Overwater Woodlands

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View of Skiddaw
View of Skiddaw
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  • Back to basics woodland hideaway with views of Skiddaw
  • Direct access to the Reivers Cycling Route and near to the Cumbria Way
  • Eat a locally sourced breakfast with your hosts and fellow campers
Ditching the tourist trail? Make your way to this woodland hideaway in the northern fells of the Lake District National Park. At Overwater Woodlands, there are on-site chefs ready to serve you breakfast, barbecue and picnics as you wish… and just look at those stunning views of Skiddaw and its neighbouring fells too. The small-scale camp has a sustainability focus. It’s owned by Lois and Nick, a well-travelled pair who have owned the land for 20 years. They have an arsenal of local recommendations, including (but not limited to) the best spots to pick wild raspberries. They’re big believers in the ‘analogue world’ – not the digital – so there is no wifi. If you need to, schedule getting online for your trip to the local pub in Bassenthwaite or the tea rooms in Uldale, which are both five minutes’ drive away. Guests may find that they need to walk 100 metres up the road to get a phone signal too. Meanwhile, keep your eyes peeled for red squirrels, deer and all manner of birds – and look upwards for excellent dark skies on clear nights. Lois and Nick are both experienced chefs (and Nick has worked in professional kitchens). Breakfast is included in the stay and consists of homemade bread with local sausage and eggs; upon request, they can cater to vegans, vegetarians and people with gluten intolerances. They're also happy to rustle up a freshly made dinner or picnic for an additional cost if you let them know your plans. Whether you eat privately or around the communal firepit is up to you, although they'd love to see everyone make friends by the firepit over the tasty food. Unlimited tea and coffee is also provided throughout the stay, so you're never too far from a caffeine boost. Overwater Woodlands has a composting toilet, washing-up facilities and a hot shower – it’s almost wild camping, but not quite. It’s also dog-friendly.

Site type

Tent sites 5
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Languages spoken

English

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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 Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Overwater Woodlands

Overwater Lodge

Near Ireby

Wigton

Cumbria

England

CA7 1HH

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.70393°N
3.17601°W

Nearest transport

Coach
11.6 km Bus Station
13.2 km Gallowbarrow
13.2 km Fairfield Junior School
Rail
11.8 km Aspatria Rail Station
14 km Wigton Rail Station
19.9 km Dalston (Cumbria) Rail Station
Ferry
12.2 km Nichol End (Derwentwater) Ferry Landing
12.4 km Keswick Ferry Landing
13.7 km Hawes End Derwentwater 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

Hikers and cyclists, you’re in a great spot. The owners of Overwater Woodlands will be pleased to hand you a map, although you don't need one to access the 170-mile, coast-to-coast Reivers Cycling Route because it runs directly through the site. The Cumbria Way Walk is another big name among keen hikers in the Lake District. Handily, guests can join the trail at Orthwaite Farm (15 minutes’ walk). No need to admire Skiddaw from afar all day long either, as it’s within easy striking distance (20 minutes' drive). If it feels like the time to take off for a Lake District town, the two closest spots are Keswick (20 minutes) and Cockermouth (20 minutes). The former is great for visits to the Castlerigg Stone Circle, Derwentwater and the Theatre by the Lake, while the latter is a dream for Georgian architecture and visiting poet William Wordsworth’s old home.
(within 10 km)
Castle, Aquarium, Theme park, Zoo and Cashpoint (within 16.1 km)

Food and drink

  • Mae's Tea Rooms and Gallery Restaurant 2 km
  • Sun Inn Pub 2.9 km
  • Castle Inn Hotel Pub 3.6 km
  • The Lion Pub 3.8 km
  • Lakes Distillery Restaurant 5.6 km
  • The Pheasant Inn Pub 6.1 km
  • Greyhound Inn Pub 7.4 km
  • Wheatsheaf Inn Pub 8.3 km
  • Oddfellows Arms Pub 9.4 km
  • The Odfellows Arms Pub 9.4 km

Parks and play

  • The Green 9.3 km

Family days out

  • Lake District Wildlife Park Zoo 4.4 km
  • Mirehouse Visitor attraction 6.7 km
  • Isel Hall Castle 8.6 km
  • Cockermouth Castle 12.8 km

Public transport

  • Bus Shelter (N bound) 1.9 km
  • Village Green (W bound) 2.1 km
  • Village Green (E bound) 2.1 km
  • Bewaldeth Road End 3.4 km
  • Bewaldeth Road End (N) 3.4 km
  • Castle Inn at The Smithy 3.5 km
  • Castle Inn Hotel A591 N bound 3.6 km
  • Castle Inn at The Smithy (W bound) 3.6 km
  • North Lakes Caravan Park (S bound) 3.6 km
  • North Lakes Caravan Park (N bound) 3.6 km

Other nearby

  • Cockermouth Golf Club 9.2 km

Local services

  • Euronet Cashpoint 11.7 km
  • The Cumberland Cashpoint 11.8 km
  • NatWest Cashpoint 13 km
  • Caldbeck Surgery Doctors 9.5 km

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Must see

Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 6.8 km

Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 11 km

Castlerigg Stone Circle 12.3 km

Ullswater Steamers 23.2 km

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 24.5 km

National Trust

Wordsworth House and Garden 13.2 km

Buttermere and Ennerdale 29.9 km

Grasmere and Great Langdale 31.2 km

Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 33.1 km

Townend 36.8 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Ullock Pike - Longside Edge - Skiddaw 5.5 km

High Pike, Fellside 6.5 km

Dodd Wood under Ullock Pike 6.8 km

Bassenthwaite Osprey Walk 6.9 km

Latrigg, Blease and Lonscale 10.3 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.

Reviews

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Nick and Lois were perfect hosts,…

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Binsey primitive forest floor tent campsite (two person)

Liked Nick and Lois were perfect hosts, they provided us with drinks on arrival, homemade rolls and pastries for breakfast and marshmallows for the fire. They also provided us with plenty of tips for the local area. The site was small and quiet with great amenities such as firepit, shower, toilet, fridge and microwave. We had a great time at Overwater Woodlands and we would highly recommend it.

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Fantastic setting,clean facilities and the nicest people who run it

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 Daniel M. 1 review

Binsey primitive forest floor tent campsite (two person)

Liked This place is absolutely fantastic it is without doubt the best campsite I have ever stayed at. the woods are awesome loads of wood to supply the massive fire pit and the view is absolutely beautiful and the food is superb. Nick and Lois are lovely and clearly love what they do they are so helpful and with a good local knowledge of what to do in the area. Definitely recommend having food here as it was awesome. My little lad loved the woods the swings and getting to start a fire in the pit. Limited signal but that being said that's what I love about camping is getting away from the technology and just enjoy the surroundings
I wish more campsite were like this one but I guess that's what makes it special

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Overwater Woodlands have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Overwater Woodlands dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Overwater Woodlands? Hikers and cyclists, you’re in a great spot. The owners of Overwater Woodlands will be pleased to hand you a map, although you don't need one to access the 170-mile, coast-to-coast Reivers … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Overwater Woodlands?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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