Lea Field

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  • Simple and spacious rural site just outside the village of Shap
  • Windermere and Lowther Castle & Gardens within a half-hour drive
  • Dog-friendly site with easy access from the A6 or M6
Stopping over for a night on a long M6 journey or searching for a Cumbria base from which you can explore the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks? Either way, Lea Field Shap is in an excellent location just outside the village of Shap. This small rural site is in an easy-to-reach spot just off the A6 and a couple of minutes’ drive from Junction 39 of the M6, putting it in a most convenient spot for either a single night or a longer break. The village has a small supermarket, a café and a couple of pubs to help you sort easy meals and drinks. The pitch area here is nicely spacious, but guest numbers are kept purposefully low to make sure there’s plenty of room for everyone to enjoy the fresh air and rural views. You’ll have access to electric hookups, fresh water and a waste disposal point, and you’re welcome to set up a gazebo or awning for a bit of extra shelter. There’s a nicely laidback atmosphere on site, with kids and dogs welcome and campfires and barbecues permitted as long as you’re careful with them. Do note, though, that there are no toilets or showers on site so you’ll need to be self-sufficient on the bathroom front.

Site type

Tent sites 3
Travel trailer sites 3
RV sites 2
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This park has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.3

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What customers say

This rural site boasts great views & a warm welcome. It's a good base for exploring, near village amenities. Owners are helpful, kids' play gear available. One guest noted a lack of toilets. Perfect for a quick stop or longer stay.

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Lovely rural campsite, but close enough…

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David b. 1 review

Powered grass campsite

Liked Lovely rural campsite, but close enough to village for shop/pub. Great views. Owners were very friendly. Football goals and ball available to use, owners children offered cricket and other things for our daughter to play with. Would definitely recommend.

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From the manager: Thank you so much for your wonderful review, David. It was a pleasure welcoming you and your family to Lea Field Campsite. We’re delighted you enjoyed the countryside setting, the views, and our location close to the village. It’s lovely to hear your daughter enjoyed playing with our children and making use of the football goals and games. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon for another relaxing stay. Safe travels!

Spot on place nice people ,…

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KB 1 review

Powered grass campsite

Liked Spot on place nice people , good location , nice and tidy

Disliked No toilet on site

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A great site for stop off close to M6 but definitely could stay more

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Anonymous

Powered grass campsite

Liked Warm welcome, great electric hook up & water as expected, lovely site ( we were the only ones there). Great view in one direction of high street & lake district

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From the manager: It was a pleasure hosting this lovely couple on our caravan site. They were friendly, respectful, and looked after their pitch beautifully throughout their stay.
We would be delighted to welcome them back anytime and can highly recommend them to other hosts. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again soon!

Features

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 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

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Remote location Spectacular scenery

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

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Lea Field

Main Street

Shap

Cumbria

England

CA103PZ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.51555°N
2.67009°W

Nearest transport

Coach
17.3 km Rail Station
21.2 km Bus Station
21.3 km Bus Station
Rail
13.9 km Appleby Rail Station
17.3 km Penrith North Lakes Rail Station
18.3 km Staveley Rail Station
Ferry
13.9 km Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
14.6 km Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
18 km Glenridding Ullswater 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

This is a particularly sweet spot for walkers, wildlife watchers, cyclists and those in search of other outdoor adventures, with the Lake District National Park just to the west and the Yorkshire Dales to the east. There are walking and hiking trails directly from the site, and the site owners can point you towards lovely spots for wild swimming, watersports or fishing. Heading into the Lakes, you may like to follow the trail to Aira Force waterfall and Castlerigg Stone Circle (both 35 minutes’ drive), go birdwatching at Hawes Water (20 minutes) or take boat trips on Windermere (half an hour). Turning towards the Dales, places like Rutter Force (25 minutes) and Smardale Gill Viaduct (half an hour) might be on the menu. For a bit of local history, pay a visit to Lowther Castle & Gardens (15 minutes), with its fabulous ruins, landscaped gardens and large adventure playground, or medieval Brougham Castle (20 minutes), where the River Eamont meets the River Lowther. Closer to home, the ruins of Shap Abbey (five minutes) are worth visiting, and you can follow up at the village’s pool (England’s highest outdoor pool, fact fans…).

Must see

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 16 km

The Rheged Centre 16.3 km

Ullswater Steamers 18 km

Rydal Mount and Gardens 21.6 km

Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre 21.7 km

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 15.4 km

Townend 19.7 km

Windermere and Troutbeck 21.1 km

Grasmere and Great Langdale 24.3 km

Beatrix Potter Gallery 26.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Shap, the Abbey and Rosgill 1.5 km

Shap, the Abbey and Keld Chapel 1.5 km

Shap and Haweswater 1.5 km

Wet Sleddale 2.5 km

THE IMAGE GARDEN 5.5 km

Local events

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

    Penrith, England 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Lea Field have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Lea Field dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Lea Field? This is a particularly sweet spot for walkers, wildlife watchers, cyclists and those in search of other outdoor adventures, with the Lake District National Park just to the west and the Yorkshire … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Lea Field?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  8 a.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  4 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Lea Field? From $47.53 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.