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General
- Family-friendly site with stunning views across Solway Firth
- A 10-minute drive from the Lake District and 20 from the coast
- Shops and restaurants five miles away in Wigton
Rural rambles without having to leave base – bag a berth at Blaithwaite House, 10 minutes’ drive from the market town of Wigton, for a taste of life on a Cumbria country estate.
And not just any old country estate – this one stretches for a generous 200 acres, bringing with it 50 acres of woodland to frolic in, and a walking trail that covers over two miles (Yes, it’s a big place, so best be picking up a map before striding forth.) Enjoyed that warm up? More walks, bike rides and other outdoorsy pursuits are 10 minutes’ drive away in the Lake District National Park or 20 minutes away on the Solway coast.
Time to catch your breath? Settle in on site for splendid views over the Solway Firth or to cook up something tasty at the barbecue and firepit area (shop ahead and you can stash your supplies in the site’s fridges and freezer). If cooking doesn’t appeal, decamp to a local pub – two such establishments an easy five-minute drive away serve up homemade food.
Still got energy to burn? Play areas, a football field and a playing field offer plenty of space to let off steam. If you’ve got a gaggle of buddies on hand, book ahead to mercilessly hunt them down with a game of laser tag… but whatever you get up to, don’t forget to give a cheery wave to Snowy the goat and her chicken pals.
The site may be sizeable, but facilities aren’t far-flung – washing-up areas and individual toilets and showers are in the pitches field and supplied with hot water from the eco-friendly biomass boilers.
Open from 01/01/2023 to 31/12/2023
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Reception is unmanned after 4:30 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Bookings must not be for more than 21 consecutive nights.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
The site is also a wedding venue: the rose garden, summerhouse and miniature golf are not available to camping guests when a wedding is held.
Check availability at Blaithwaite House…
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- Choose the 'Multiple units per pitch' filter in the search results.
- Break your booking down into smaller groups and book multiple pitches.
- Click the button ‘Make another booking like this’ on the confirmation page to easily rebook.
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You can also try filtering your search by group type and by sites allowing multiple tents/caravans/motorhomes per pitch.
Max. persons: 2 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size: Max 3.0m width x 3.0m depth (9.8ft width x 9.8ft depth) Calculated area: 9.0m² (96.9ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Car
Max. persons: 8 x
One Touring caravan or Campervan or Motorhome or Trailer tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size: unlimited
Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Max. persons: 8 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size: Max 4.0m width x 8.0m depth (13.1ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 32.0m² (344.4ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 5 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size: Max 3.0m width x 5.0m depth (9.8ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 15.0m² (161.5ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 8 x
One Campervan or Motorhome allowed per pitch
Pitch size: unlimited
Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Max. persons: 8 x
One Touring caravan allowed per pitch
Pitch size: unlimited
Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Max. persons: 8 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size: Max 4.0m width x 8.0m depth (13.1ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 32.0m² (344.4ft²)
Ground type: Grass
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Features
Coronavirus
Activities/entertainment run in smaller groups
Capacity reduced to increase social distancing
Check-in: contactless (in person)
Check-in: one group at a time
Deep cleaning of accommodation units between guests
Disinfectant sprays and wipes provided
Distance markers in shared facilities
Hand sanitising stations
Individual rooms in toilet/shower/basin facilities
Removal of soft furnishings (e.g. decorative cushions)
Shared spaces: more frequent cleaning
Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portable toilet
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
D. of E. welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Large (51-200 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby
Fishing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Fairfield Junior School
— 10.6 miles
Gallowbarrow — 10.7 miles
Bus Station — 13.5 miles
- Train stations
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Wigton Rail Station
— 3.6 miles
Aspatria Rail Station — 4.8 miles
Dalston (Cumbria) Rail Station — 10.2 miles
- Ferry ports
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Nichol End (Derwentwater) Ferry Landing
— 13.9 miles
Keswick Ferry Landing — 14.0 miles
Hawes End Derwentwater Ferry Landing — 14.8 miles
- Airports
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Newcastle International Airport
— 62.7 miles
Local attractions
As well as the hiking trails of the Lake District National Park, active options nearby include Bassenthwaite Lakes, 20 minutes’ drive from base, where there are lakeside paths, boat hire and tours and tastings at Lakes Distillery.
Derwentwater, half an hour away, has kayaking, paddleboarding and sailing; you could also get out on the water on an Ullswater Steamer at Pooley Bridge (access 40 minutes' drive away at Penrith), cruising by some of the area's highest peaks.
Historical highlights are plentiful in the region too: Carlisle Castle and Mirehouse House and Gardens are both within half an hour, Gretna Green is 40 minutes away and the remains of the great Hadrian’s Wall are reachable in about an hour.
Try something a little different at the Rheged Discovery Centre, 40 minutes away, where there are cafés, craft shops and a six-storey cinema screen, all in the UK’s largest grass-covered building.
Must see
- Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens (10.4 miles)
- Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre (12.8 miles)
- Carlisle Castle (13.4 miles)
National Trust
- Wordsworth House and Garden (10.5 miles)
- Buttermere and Ennerdale (21.9 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
|---|---|---|
| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | 8 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 11 a.m. | |
| On-site accommodation | ||
| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | 8 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 11 a.m. | |
Blaithwaite House cancellation policy
No refunds within 2 weeks of arrival date.
Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. Blaithwaite House will debit the balance from your card 2 weeks before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 2 weeks then the balance will be taken immediately.
You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.
Payment methods accepted on the park
Bank transferCash
Cheque
Maestro
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does Blaithwaite House have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Blaithwaite House dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Blaithwaite House? As well as the hiking trails of the Lake District National Park, active options nearby include Bassenthwaite Lakes, 20 minutes’ drive from base, where there are lakeside paths, boat hire and tours … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Blaithwaite House?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Blaithwaite House? From £17 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
