Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite
View prices & book- No-frills family campsite with spectacular Howgills views in Cumbria
- Bowness-on-Windermere 45 minutes’ drive; Ribblehead Viaduct 50 minutes
- Set between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales national parks
Site type
- This park has no on-site shower facilities.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Reviews
Voted 81% of visitors View breakdown
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Location, welcome, pre stay contact and info.…
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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked: Location, welcome, pre stay contact and info.
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The view…
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Liked: The view
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Lovely little campsite with friendly host!
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Liked: Campsite just as expected from description. Fire pits are a great touch and plenty of them, we were greeted as soon as we arrived from a friendly host and we could buy a big bag of wood for the fire for £10. Toilets were lovely and clean. Kids loved having a little splash in the stream, overall we all had a great time!
Disliked: Nothing!
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Nice situation great pub close by and handy for the motorway…
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Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked: Nice situation great pub close by and handy for the motorway
Disliked: Not keen on the lack of showers and the eco toilets
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Lovely tranquil spot!
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Liked: Peaceful, beautiful scenery, small and secluded. Pleasant, friendly owner, lovely little stream. Very relaxing stay! Bonus of being very dark, got to see northern lights! Although composting toilets, these were very well looked after. Drinking water taps at both ends of site.
Disliked: A few wasps buzzing around, some parts were a bit boggy, some parts were hard to bash tent pegs in....but none of this was really an issue!
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Excellent site with clean facilities and friendly staff
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Liked: It was a lovely stay with a nice atmosphere and friendly staff, was looked after and was also allowed our own private land due to a big group
Disliked: Nothing
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Beautiful place for wild camping. Suzie and her Dad were both very…
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Liked: Beautiful place for wild camping. Suzie and her Dad were both very welcoming and helpful. So peaceful, the toilets were clean. Amazing that they provide fire pits. They also sell a big bag of logs for only £10. You can walk for miles!! Beautiful scenery. Had a fab weekend! 🥰
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Best spot for more remote camping
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Liked: Thank you Susie for a great stay at your campsite. The place is what camping should be; Mountain View and river with basic facilities - water to drink and toilets,respectful campers and friendly and helpful hosts. Susie took the time to come over to the site every so often to see we were all ok. Her dad kindly brought his tractor to the site to recharge a campers car battery. The spot feels remote but is well connected to the main Ravenstonedale road. Perfect and great value.
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Beautiful site, level pitches and just what I was looking for
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Liked: The site is in a stunning setting, very quiet and clean, love everything about it. Great communication from the site owner, I felt very welcome.
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Lovely and simple
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Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked: We enjoyed the wilder side to the campsite. There were no frills, it was rustic and simple. No showers but composting toilets and a dish washing area (cold water only). Fire pits and firewood (£10/big bag). Track to the field is grand but be careful in smaller vehicles on a wet day. You can always park near the toilet block and have a short walk to your pitch. 4G coverage.
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Features
Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite
High Greenside
Greenside Lane
Ravenstonedale
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
England
CA17 4LU
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.42973°N
-2.45045°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Morecambe North | 47.4 km | Estuary | Good | N/A | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Sizergh Castle and Garden 26.5 km
Levens Hall & Gardens 28.6 km
High Force Waterfall 30 km
The World of Beatrix Potter 31.3 km
Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 31.5 km
National Trust
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 26.1 km
Sizergh Castle and Garden 26.5 km
Townend 30.1 km
Windermere and Troutbeck 30.4 km
Hill Top 34.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
The Howgills Traverse - Sedbergh 4.4 km
Smardale Wildlife Reserve 5.3 km
Kirkby Stephen - Nateby - Wharton Hall - Lammerside Castle 7.9 km
Great Asby Scar Circular 8 km
Kirkby Stephen - Nine Standards Rigg 8.1 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - Ravenstonedale (pubs): five minutes’ drive - Kirkby Stephen (market town): 10 minutes - Gamelands Stone Circle: 15 minutes - Smardale Gill Viaduct (walks): 20 minutes - … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite? From $36.19 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.