Cairn Meadow Pods

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  • Quiet glamping site overlooking the Pennines and two wildlife ponds
  • A 20-minute drive from Carlisle and RSPB Geltsdale
  • Wooden ensuite pods with space for up to four; decking and picnic area
Looking for hikes along Hadrian's Wall and Pennine explores with an extra layer of comfort? Cairn Meadow Pods, a small glamping site set deep in the Cumbrian countryside, could be just the job. This rural spot is surrounded by lots of water – there are two large nature ponds on site (hence the pods being named after wading birds) and a river runs just alongside too. Slightly further afield, meanwhile, you can get to the Lake District National Park in about half an hour's drive, while the sand dunes and salt flats of the Solway Firth are about 40 minutes to the west. Back at base, you'll have plenty of room to relax in your furnished ensuite pod, where there's a double bed and convertible sofa that together can sleep up to four. A nifty bathroom is also included, and there's a small kitchenette with essentials like a microwave, kettle, toaster and fridge – just the thing for a bit of light cooking. Outside, the pods have wooden decking where you can take in the views; there are also picnic areas and plenty of spaces for car parking. Cairn Meadow Pods is on the edge of the North Pennines National Landscape, about 15 minutes' drive to the south of the market town of Brampton, an attractive spot just two miles from Hadrian's Wall. The much larger town of Carlisle (20 minutes) is also close by for a wider range of amenities.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 4
Open all year
Opens
Please note

Admission

  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Dogs

  • 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).

Occupancy

  • Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.

Safety

  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

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0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 18 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Peaceful

94% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

Guests praise the clean, cosy, and well-equipped pods, often noting their comfortable beds and the lovely quiet surroundings with scenic views. Complimentary welcome drinks and milk are a appreciated touch. Some guests found the pods warm, requiring windows to be open, and a few mentioned a lack of kitchen facilities like a hob. One review detailed significant issues with damp and mold in a pod, impacting their stay and customer service experience. Despite this, many returning guests highlight the peaceful atmosphere and would book again.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 11/08/2026

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Beautiful quiet camp site. We stayed…

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Carla S. 1 review

Oyster Catcher camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked Beautiful quiet camp site. We stayed in oyster catcher 2x adults and our dog. Was spotless and everything we needed to enjoy the weekend. Our friends were in the pod next door and that was perfect as well. Perfect location for some shopping at Gretna Green outlets.

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We had a brilliant stay. The…

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Lynsey W. 1 review

Heron camping pod (no pets)

Liked We had a brilliant stay. The pods were lovely and clean and had everything we needed. The setting is beautiful and quiet, and we found the location perfect for our trip to Lowther Castle.

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Great pod location with large size…

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 Muhamad Riduan M. 1 review

Heron camping pod (no pets)

Liked Great pod location with large size of field for the kids to play. Really recommend!

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Great get away spot. Highly recommend

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Mick W. 1 review

Oyster Catcher camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked Great location and very tidy camping pod. Cannot fault the location. Quiet and secluded but within 20mins of local towns, villages, Carlisle and Hadrians Wall.

Disliked Only very slight drawback was it seemed to get extremely warm throughout the night. Simple fix opening the window and door if the wind isn’t blowing.

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Nice peaceful location. Pod was very…

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KAYLEIGH H. 1 review

Moorhen camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked Nice peaceful location. Pod was very clean and tidy, little welcome beer, wine, milk and sweets for children.

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Peaceful area, comfortable pod and woke…

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Nicholas S. 1 review

Curlew camping pod (no pets)

Liked Peaceful area, comfortable pod and woke up every morning to birds chirping which was lovely.

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Would recommend and stay again

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 Joanna S. 1 review

Moorhen camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked Absolutely perfect in every way, so cosy, clean and warm in a winter wonderland, the quiet and privacy was well needed.

Disliked Hot water for shower didn’t last long but shower was powerful so didn’t need too long

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Lovely pod, exactly as described, we…

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Siobhan D. 1 review

Oyster Catcher camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked Lovely pod, exactly as described, we had a slight problem and Terry sorted it to the best of his ability straight away. Everything was nice and clean. Underfloor heating was a godsend.

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Cosy, homely, a lovely place to escape and refresh the mind!

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Steve 1 review

Moorhen camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked We loved our stay. From the moment we entered the pod and saw the bottle of fizz welcoming us we knew our stay was going to be prefect.
The pod was actually bigger than I imagined, plenty of room for the 2 of us and our dog.
It was so clean, tidy, it felt like being at home... very comfortable and welcoming.

The underfloor heating was a very nice surprise, and considering the weather was very cold and icy, the pod was always warm. The bed is a good size, plenty of room and comfortable, maybe a little softer than our mattress at home but we both got a good night sleep.
Toilet/Shower room is a good size, although the sink is quite small, but the instant hot water was fantastic.

The setting of the pods is nice, the views are lovely and it's so quiet, just the sound of the birds and the stream across the field. We didn't use the firepit(bbq) but will do when we return.

If you're looking for a cosy escape in a lovely setting, then you can't go wrong.

We're definitely coming back.

Disliked In all honesty there wasn't really anything not to like. Maybe some kind of cooker would be a benefit, but it would impact on the space, so not

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Spent a couple of days in…

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Ann B. 1 review

Heron camping pod (no pets)

Liked Spent a couple of days in the heron pod, was beautiful clean and cozy with good views. Everything you need. Would definitely book again sometime.

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Features

Dogs allowed

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 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

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

Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Location

Cairn Meadow Pods

Cumwhitton

Cumbria

England

CA8 9BZ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.86026°N
2.75062°W

Nearest transport

Coach
7.6 mi Bus Station
13.7 mi Rail Station
22.2 mi War Memorial
Rail
3.6 mi Armathwaite Rail Station
3.6 mi Wetheral Rail Station
5.3 mi Brampton (Cumbria) Rail Station
Ferry
17.6 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
20.5 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
23.2 mi Glenridding Ullswater Ferry Landing

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Cairn Meadow Pods is set in the aptly-named Eden Valley, a lush expanse of green countryside with plenty of walks and bike trails to explore. There's also a lot of wildlife in the area, from birdwatching at RSPB Geltsdale to fishing opportunities and woodland walks at Talkin Tarn Country Park (15 minutes' drive). For sport and leisure, look eastwards towards the hiking paths that crisscross the high peaks of the Pennines, or take the M6 south towards the Lake District's northern reaches for paddling on Ullswater (30 minutes) and Derwentwater (45 minutes). Lazonby (20 minutes) also has a great open-air swimming pool (a far cry from the Med, but still much warmer than swimming in the Lakes). History and heritage are up next, and there's plenty to be found around here – Hadrian's Wall (15 minutes), Carlisle Castle (20 minutes) and the Solway Aviation Museum (20 minutes) are all nearby for interesting and educational days out, as are the rather remarkable ruins of Lanercost Priory (20 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Allonby 28 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Carlisle Castle 8.1 mi

Birdoswald Roman Fort 10.7 mi

The Rheged Centre 14.8 mi

World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 15.9 mi

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 16 mi

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 15.8 mi

Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 18.3 mi

Hadrian's Wall and Housesteads Fort 20.1 mi

Wordsworth House and Garden 28.1 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Castle Carrock Circular 2.6 mi

CORBY CASTLE 3.1 mi

Talkin Tarn Country Park Circular 4.6 mi

GELTSDALE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 09/03/2006) 6.6 mi

Hadrian's Wall Part 3 - Lanercost Priory to Walltown Army Museum 7.7 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Cairn Meadow Pods have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Cairn Meadow Pods dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Cairn Meadow Pods? Cairn Meadow Pods is set in the aptly-named Eden Valley, a lush expanse of green countryside with plenty of walks and bike trails to explore. There's also a lot of wildlife in … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Cairn Meadow Pods?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Cairn Meadow Pods? From £196 (for 2 nights, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.