Moor House Farm Camping

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  • Simple site on a family-run working farm a mile from Orton, Cumbria
  • Between the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District; close to the C2C Walk
  • Views of the Howgill Fells; nearby walking and cycling trails
Moor House Farm Camping is a simple site on a large family-run working farm in the Cumbria countryside, just under a mile from the pretty village of Orton and a five-minute drive from the M6. It’s the kind of location that’s likely to win lots of fans: look out over gorgeous views of the Howgill Fells while on site, then easily get out to the village for a pub (a proper country pub with real ales, meals and takeaways), a café, a well-stocked shop, a play area and a chocolate-maker, plus a farmers’ market (every second Saturday of the month). Orton village is also on the Coast to Coast (C2C) Walk, so this farm makes a good stopover point for long-distance travellers, as well as those who’d like to sample a smaller section of this route. There are peaceful walks and bike rides to be had all around, with the Lake District National Park on one side and the Yorkshire Dales on the other. There’s plenty of space to relax on the farm, where you can watch the cows and sheep grazing in neighbouring fields. (Please note that life on a working farm does come with a bit of noise from various bits of machinery and the occasional ‘country smell’…) Facilities include showers, a toilet block with washbasins (and hot water), hand dryers and an outdoor washing-up area. Electricity for the shower block is provided by an on-site wind turbine. This is an unlit site, so you’ll want to bring along a torch.

Site type

Tent pitches 15
Open now
Opens 28 March
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. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No gas barbecues allowed.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat 28 Mar to

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Reviews

9.6

Overall rating from 136 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

98% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

Guests consistently praise this quiet, rural campsite for its stunning views, spacious pitches, and exceptionally clean facilities, particularly the hot showers. Owners are frequently mentioned as being very friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Its convenient location near the M6 is a significant advantage for stopovers, while also offering access to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales for exploration. Minor points include occasional traffic noise from the nearby motorway and pitches being on a slight slope, though ample flat space is available.

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Owner was very friendly, felt very…

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 Morgan G. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Owner was very friendly, felt very welcome! Great facilities, lots of hot water after long day of hiking.

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Thoroughly recommended

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Malcolm M. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Great open space with lovely views and warm, clean showers and loos. Very convenient for cyclists. Brilliant evening meal at pub in village

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Shhhh!

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David P. 1 review

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked The best kept secret in a 50-mile radius. Simple, friendly, affordable, spacious, beautiful, perfectly located. Don't tell anyone!

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Spectacular views, peaceful and relaxing feel. Lovely…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Spectacular views, peaceful and relaxing feel.
Lovely clean facilities

Disliked Nothing

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Very friendly host, quiet site with…

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Will P. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Very friendly host, quiet site with great views. Would highly recommend to anyone for a short or long stay!

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Superb spot

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Peter S. 6 reviews

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Big field with units well spaced out as they liked. Great views over the hills. Friendly welcome. Super clean toilets and showers. Shower hot. Great spot for a quiet weekend.

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Love the peace and quiet…

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 Tim O. 2 reviews

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Liked Love the peace and quiet

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Quiet rural location. Very clean ablutions…

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David H. 1 review

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Liked Quiet rural location.
Very clean ablutions block.
Welcoming host.
Lots of pitch space at the time of booking.

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Lovely quiet site. Ideal for anyone…

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Keely L. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely quiet site. Ideal for anyone who likes to have their own space when camping.
We used this as our base and travelled into the lakes to hike, we were able to travel to multiple hikes within an hour from the site.

Julie is a great host who came round to introduce herself to all campers and asked if there was anything we needed.
We also spoke with a family member of Julie who was also lovely.

Wash room was clean and the showers were lovely and hot.

We will definitely be back!

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Owen H. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Very clean toilet and shower block (very warm showers!)
Friendly host
Amazing views and connections to North Yorkshire/Lake District National Parks/landmarks

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 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

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Lake and/or mountain Peaceful 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 Nearby farmers' market Shop nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Moor House Farm Camping

Moor House

Orton

Cumbria

England

CA10 3SA

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.46326°N
2.60569°W

Nearest transport

Coach
10.8 mi Bus Station
10.8 mi Bus Station
10.8 mi Bus Station
Rail
9.4 mi Appleby Rail Station
9.6 mi Kirkby Stephen Rail Station
9.9 mi Burneside (Cumbria) Rail Station
Ferry
12.8 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
13.5 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
14.4 mi Brockhole 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

On a hot summer day, the open-air pool in Shap (10 minutes’ drive) is a popular spot to cool down; if you’d rather stay out of (but still close to) the water, head to Bessy Beck (15 minutes) for a spot of trout fishing. The Riverside Golf Club (15 minutes) has an 18-hole course at the foot of the Howgill Fells. The imposing ruins of Lowther Castle & Gardens (25 minutes) seem to emerge from the woodland east of Ullswater. Stroll around the gardens, past topiary yews and wildflower meadows buzzing with bees, then take in splendid views of the Lowther Valley from the Western Terrace. The kids can meet Peter Rabbit and other characters from the Beatrix Potter stories at The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction (45 minutes), on the western shore of Lake Windermere. For more Potter action, head to National Trust - Hill Top Beatrix Potter House (an hour), across the lake.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Morecambe North 28.6 mi Estuary GoodN/AGoodGood
Morecambe South 29.1 mi Sea N/AN/AGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Sizergh Castle and Garden 14.1 mi

Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre 14.2 mi

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 14.4 mi

The World of Beatrix Potter 14.4 mi

Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 14.6 mi

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 12.8 mi

Townend 13 mi

Windermere and Troutbeck 13.4 mi

Sizergh Castle and Garden 14.1 mi

Hill Top 16.6 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Orton and Old Tebay 0.9 mi

Orton and the Stone Circle 0.9 mi

Great Asby Scar Circular 1.9 mi

The Howgills Traverse - Sedbergh 3.9 mi

Wet Sleddale 4 mi

Local events

  • Kendal Calling (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)

    Penrith, Cumbria 10.7 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 Moor House Farm Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Moor House Farm Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Moor House Farm Camping? On a hot summer day, the open-air pool in Shap (10 minutes’ drive) is a popular spot to cool down; if you’d rather stay out of (but still close to) the water, … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Moor House Farm Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Moor House Farm Camping? From £23 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.