Headswood On The Wall
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- Luxury glamping site 20 minutes' drive from Carlisle
- Direct access to the Hadrian's Wall Path and other walks
- Well-equipped pods with ensuite bathrooms and private hot tubs
A little bit of luxury and a lot of peaceful space in a quiet corner of rural Cumbria? If that sounds like a most enticing mix, head to Headswood On The Wall, a glamping site five minutes’ drive from the little market town of Brampton and 20 minutes from the city lights of Carlisle.
The wall mentioned in the site’s name is none other than Hadrian’s Wall, and with jolly good reason too: there’s direct access from here to the mighty Hadrian’s Wall Path, which follows the World Heritage Site for 84 miles from coast to coast. If that’s not enough walking, plenty of other paths can be accessed directly from the site: it’s all rather heavenly for travelling dogs (and their accompanying owners) who need a bit of fresh air and leg stretching.
Hadrian may have grabbed much of the glory, but he wasn't the only Roman who left bits of stuff behind: three fab forts at Housesteads, Birdoswald and Vindolanda are also all within a half-hour drive. Other days out nearby might take you to the Lake District or up into the Scottish Borders, both of which are within an hour’s drive.
After a day full of activity, it’s back to your smart and cosy wooden pod, kitted out with a comfy double bed, ensuite bathroom, TV, wifi and well-equipped kitchen. Luxury bed linen and towels are provided, and there’s space to eat inside or out on your deck.
And the crowning glory of all this? Each pod has its own private hot tub to soak away any aches – bliss after a day of hiking...
Campground type
4 Open now
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 14 Feb 2025 to
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Headswood On The Wall
Headswood Farm
Irthington
Carlisle
Cumbria
England
CA6 4PE
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
54.96088°N
-2.77771°W
Nearest transport
Coach12.4 km Bus Station
25.5 km High Street
31.2 km War Memorial
Rail5.7 km Brampton (Cumbria) Rail Station
9.2 km Wetheral Rail Station
12.7 km Carlisle Rail Station
Ferry29.3 km Leaplish Ferry Landing
30.8 km Tower Knowe Ferry Landing
31.1 km Belvedere Ferry Landing
AirportPlease 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
This area’s not all about what the Romans built – it was a most scenic part of the world way before any of them set foot in the land. Still as pretty as ever are strolls in the Talkin Tarn Country Park (10 minutes' drive), the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (15 minutes) and the Lake District National Park (40 minutes).
Keep your peepers peeled as you wander and you may just spot a large bird or two gliding through the sky – if you don’t happen upon any, make a visit to the Cumberland Bird of Prey Centre (25 minutes) where you can sign up to have them land right there on your arm.
For something a bit different, slope off to see the planes at Solway Aviation Museum (10 minutes) or take the car up to Carlisle (20 minutes) to visit the castle and Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery or climb the walls at the Urban Adventure park.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allonby | 47.2 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Birdoswald Roman Fort 11.6 km
Carlisle Castle 12.8 km
World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 18.8 km
Vindolanda (Chesterholm) Hadrian's Wall 27 km
Housesteads Roman Fort 29.2 km
National Trust
Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 28.6 km
Hadrian's Wall and Housesteads Fort 29.8 km
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 36.6 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Hadrian's Wall Part 3 - Lanercost Priory to Walltown Army Museum 5.1 km
Talkin Tarn Country Park Circular 5.8 km
Castle Carrock Circular 8.7 km
CORBY CASTLE 9.8 km
Hadrian's Wall 10.4 km
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 31 July 2025 – Thursday 31 July 2025)
Penrith, England 39.8 km
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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- Does Headswood On The Wall have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Headswood On The Wall dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Headswood On The Wall? This area’s not all about what the Romans built – it was a most scenic part of the world way before any of them set foot in the land. Still as pretty … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Headswood On The Wall?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Headswood On The Wall? From $513.74 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.