Puddlemire

View prices & book 9.8 101 reviews
Sunny peaceful morning
Sunny afternoon, by the beck
Fabulous location, kitted out with a king size bed - 2 additional camp beds available by request
Alders edge, pitched next to the trickling beck

  • Wildlife haven on a family-run farm site in the Cumbria countryside
  • A 20-minute drive from the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District
  • Campfires and barbecues allowed; pub 20 minutes' walk away
Join the ranks of the farm animals at Puddlemire… and make your way to your chosen plot by gator or quad bike. Here, you'll join a friendly, family-run site in the Cumbria countryside, resting between lakes and dales and bordered by a trickling beck. A 20-minute drive from Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lake District, this is a wildlife haven 10 minutes' drive from Kirkby Lonsdale and well situated for walking or cycling your way around literary villages and hilly crags, or past ribbon lakes and hay meadows… whichever takes your fancy. This is a simple site with warm showers and flushing toilets. Campfires and barbecues are allowed on site, as long as they’re kept off the grass. Both make an excellent choice if you've already stocked up on supplies from a couple of shops within a 10-minute drive or organic goods from the farm shop within 15 minutes’ drive. If you'd rather head out, there are also several pubs within 15 minutes' drive, where you can either nurse a pint or fuel up for the next day's activities.

Site type

Rent a tent 3
Tent pitches 17
Open now
Opens 1 May
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 1 May to

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99% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

A beautiful, peaceful site with friendly, helpful owners. Guests enjoyed the spacious pitches, clean facilities, and the stream which was a hit with children. The site is well-maintained, offers lovely views, and is a great base for exploring. Some mention the steep hill from the car park and narrow approach roads.

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Amazing locations and very good facilities!…

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Yogith C.

Alders Edge bell tent

Liked Amazing locations and very good facilities! Very well maintained site! Owner is super helpful with all our requests! Thoroughly enjoyed our camping

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Anonymous

Hobby Wood non-electric grass tent pitch (no private bathroom amenities)

Liked We had a fantastic stay at Puddlemire! The campsite is beautifully maintained – everything from the pitches to the wadh rooms are kept spotless and well looked after. You can really tell that care and attention goes into the upkeep, which makes the whole experience so much more enjoyable.

The owner is incredibly friendly and welcoming, always happy to help and make sure guests have everything they need. It gives the site a really warm feel.

If you’re looking for a peaceful, well-kept spot with a host who genuinely cares about their guests, Puddlemire is a perfect choice

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We liked the views, dipping in…

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Todor K.

Hobby Wood non-electric grass tent pitch (no private bathroom amenities)

Liked We liked the views, dipping in the stream and calmness of the place. Kids loved riding in the back of the buggy!

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Absolutely everything! Such a beautiful peaceful…

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Emily P.

By the Beck non-electric grass tent pitch (private bathroom amenities)

Liked Absolutely everything! Such a beautiful peaceful site! Plenty of room between tents! Shirley was amazing, a brilliant campsite host! Will definitely be returning!

Disliked Nothing!

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Richard E.

Hobby Wood non-electric grass tent pitch (no private bathroom amenities)

Liked Good communications from the owner prior to arrival, loads of wood for the fire, nice clean toilets well stocked with loo roll. Decent shower with space to dress. Lovely views, in a cracking location.

Disliked The exit from the track out on to the road could do with building up/ flattening a little, car loaded up with camping gear grounded out a bit on exit.

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From the manager: Thank you for the review, so glad you appreciated our loo rounds, it was a busy weekend, so regular cleaning was needed to keep them in tip top condition. The views are fabulous particularly on a sunny weekend, even better if you take a walk to the top of the fell.

With regard to the track, you won't realise the work we put in to enable the cars to park so near the tents, every year we rebuild the track as the Cumbrian rain loves washing it out, we add gravel and scale it back. We recommend driving slowly and keeping to the solid track, most people manage it, but we are here to help if you need it.

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Christopher P.

Alders Edge bell tent

Liked Everything

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Anonymous

Hobby Wood non-electric grass tent pitch (no private bathroom amenities)

Liked A lovely campsite with clean amenities and hot showers. We enjoyed a quiet weekend here with a bit of walking and a trip into Kirkby Lonsdale for food and drinks. Would definitely recommend!

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Lovely site.

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Heather M.

Hobby Wood non-electric grass tent pitch (no private bathroom amenities)

Liked Beautiful location, well marked out large pitches and plenty of space. Close to visit nice places in the Lakes.

Disliked Would be nice to have more taps/sinks and some signage on the gate to the field.

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From the manager: Thank you for your review, so glad you enjoyed the location, we try to make sure pitches are allocated so everyone has lots of space.
You attended on one of our busiest weekend, with glorious sunshine, knowing you still felt there was lots of space is reassuring.
With regard to the taps, we have one tap per 4 tents, spaced evenly along the site, I can only think everyone wanted to use these at a similar time, which is unusual.
We will try & increase these for next season.

A very pretty and peaceful campsite,…

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Samantha H.

By the Beck non-electric grass tent pitch (private bathroom amenities)

Liked A very pretty and peaceful campsite, with large pitches and a super friendly owner.

I camped here with my two little boys and had a fantastic 4/5 days. They loved playing in the stream. My 3 year old loved the cows in the field next door too.

When we arrived the owner met us to help take our gear to the pitch but there were also wheelbarrows available to help move kit also. This was super easy and efficient. She checked in with us through our stay to make sure all was great.

Felt very safe for the little ones, no cars driving on site and toilet facilities super clean and nearby. Hot water for showers also! It got busier at the weekend, with a few small groups but all were very quiet and relaxed.

Local pub a lovely walk away. Plenty to do nearby for kids - we did Lakeland maze / greenlands farm & crazy golf / morecambe happy mount park.

We will absolutely be back! Thank you Puddlemire!

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Very simple, chilled out site, no fancy facilities, but perfect.

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Anonymous

Hobby Wood non-electric grass tent pitch (no private bathroom amenities)

Liked Beautiful peaceful site; grass pitches; simple facilities but all clean and met our needs; really friendly and helpful owner; no vehicles in camping area; great location - easy access to motorway, lovely countryside and near Kirkby Lonsdale.

Disliked Nothing

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Features

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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce 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 No dogs allowed

Themes

Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping 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

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Restaurant nearby

Location

Puddlemire

Green Lane End Farm

Lupton

Cumbria

England

LA6 2PL

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.21317°N
2.68303°W

Route directions

Exit the M6 at Junction 36, taking the A65 towards Kirkby Lonsdale. You will go past the Plough Hotel on your right. Take the next turn on your right-hand side (just past a layby, with a white bungalow on the corner and a signpost for Hutton Roof). Follow this road, and when it bears sharply to the left, do not turn left but carry straight on in front of the row of houses. Follow the road until you reach a T-junction and then turn right. Keep bearing right, passing Rose Cottage; the site is at the next right-hand turn.

Nearest transport

Coach
6.9 mi New Street
6.9 mi New Street
8.4 mi Bus Station
Rail
5.7 mi Silverdale Rail Station
5.9 mi Arnside Rail Station
6.5 mi Oxenholme Lake District Rail Station
Ferry
11.8 mi Fell Foot Country Park Ferry Landing
11.9 mi Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing
14 mi Bowness Ferry Nab 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

Where to go first? If you want to test your aim, clay pigeon shooting could become your next hobby at Crabtree Clay Shoot (five minutes' drive; check ahead for opening days) or climb the local limestone-paved paths at Hutton Roof Crags (10 minutes’ drive). For countryside enthusiasts, the Lake District (20 minutes’ drive) and Yorkshire Dales (20 minutes) national parks each have their own draws. In the Lake District, the fells and lakes offer ample opportunities for sailing, rock climbing, or cycling. Meanwhile, in the Yorkshire Dales, you can track down waterfalls and old barns. Northwards, more walking and cycling trails await at Whitbarrow National Nature Reserve (25 minutes), this time through ancient woodlands and limestone. While you’re there, visit Sizergh Castle (15 minutes) and stroll the stately grounds and estate. If you’re longing for a sandy beach, there are long stretches of sand at Silverdale (30 minutes) and Sandside (20 minutes). Head further south and you’ll come to Morecambe (30 minutes), where another bay competes with a 12th-century castle, prison and a stroll-worthy promenade for your attention.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Morecambe North 11.8 mi Estuary GoodN/AGoodGood
Morecambe South 12.5 mi Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Fleetwood 24.1 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Haverigg 24.5 mi Sea PoorN/AN/AN/A
Walney West Shore 24.6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Levens Hall & Gardens 4.9 mi

Sizergh Castle and Garden 6 mi

Windermere Lake Cruises, Lakeside 12 mi

Holker Hall and Gardens 12.3 mi

Lancaster Castle 12.3 mi

National Trust

Sizergh Castle and Garden 6.1 mi

Cartmel Priory Gatehouse 11 mi

Fell Foot Park 11.7 mi

Hill Top 15.1 mi

Windermere and Troutbeck 15.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Burton-in-Kendal - Holme - Lancaster Canal 2.6 mi

Burton-in-Kendal - Hutton Roof 2.6 mi

Burton-in-Kendal - Hutton Roof - Lancaster Canal 2.7 mi

Kirkby Lonsdale - Casterton - Kirkby Lonsdale 3.6 mi

DALLAM TOWER 3.9 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 Puddlemire have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Puddlemire dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Puddlemire? Where to go first? If you want to test your aim, clay pigeon shooting could become your next hobby at Crabtree Clay Shoot (five minutes' drive; check ahead for opening days) or … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Puddlemire?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Puddlemire? From £50 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.