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The Lowther Arms

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Community-owned pub site a 10-minute walk from Mawbray Banks, Cumbria
Lake District National Park a half-hour drive; Carlisle 45 minutes
Beer garden with expansive views; toilet block and showers

Fancy adding a little feel-good factor to your camping holiday? By staying at The Lowther Arms, you’ll lend your support to a deserving project, for this traditional country pub in the heart of Mawbray village, in Cumbria, was rescued from closure by the local community, and any income generated by the site is invested back into the pub and its facilities. You too can make like the locals, settling down in a cosy corner for a pint and a meal (if you are planning an evening meal, you'll need to book well in advance as they are full most evenings), or for a morning coffee and a quiet spell during which to plan the day’s activities.The site sits within the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and there is plenty to do in the vicinity, starting (predictably enough) with the pretty spectacular coastline. The sandy dunes of Mawbray Banks (10 minutes’ walk) are home to protected species like the natterjack toad, plus birds like oystercatchers and curlews. As you walk along this vast stretch, you can also take in views of Scotland across the Solway Firth. Or you can head to Allonby (five minutes’ drive), a shingle beach popular with windsurfers. Hiking trails for all abilities, including a challenging scramble up Scafell Pike (England’s highest mountain), await at Lake District National Park, which is less than half an hour’s drive away – indeed, on a clear day you can admire its hills from the beer garden. Well-behaved dogs are welcome at the site, and campfires are allowed. In addition to the pub toilets, guests also have access to a toilet block and showers.

Site type

Open now

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).
Single-sex bookings of 2 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
No gas barbecues allowed.
No charcoal barbecues allowed.
No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to Sun, 9 Nov 2025

Pitch types & availability

Electric optional grass pitch

4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Max 7.0m width x 7.0m depth (23.0ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 49.0m² (527.4ft²)

4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch

One Touring caravan or Tent or Motorhome or Campervan or Trailer tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 7.0m width x 7.0m depth (23.0ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 49.0m² (527.4ft²)

Ground type

Grass

0 rooms

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Touring caravan, Tent, Motorhome, Campervan, Trailer tent

Features

Electric: 16 amp extra cost

Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Car 2 included, 2 max.
Dog(s) allowed 3 included, 3 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit
Wifi at the unit/pitch

Other restrictions

Gazebos not allowed
Pup tents not allowed

Extras

Electric hook-up (1 max)

£5 (£5) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £25 (£25) 1 night, 2 adults

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Other pitch types

Camping pod

4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch

Dimensions: 7.0m width x 4.0m length (23.0ft width x 13.1ft length) Calculated area: 28.0m² (301.4ft²)

4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch

Bring all camping equipment minus the tent (linen, sleeping bags, pillows, cooking equipment, etc.)

Dimensions

7.0m width x 4.0m length (23.0ft width x 13.1ft length) Calculated area: 28.0m² (301.4ft²)

Year of manufacture: 2021

1 room

Open space 1 x Bunk bed, 1 x King sized bed

No toilets in the unit: shared facilities available.

No showers in the unit: shared facilities available.

Features

Car 1 included, 1 max.
Dog(s) allowed 4 included, 4 max.
Fridge 1 included, 1 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit
Firepit
Gas and electricity included
Kettle
Picnic table
Power socket(s)
Wifi at the unit/pitch

Other restrictions

Bed linen not provided

Arrival days

From £50 (£50) 1 night, 2 adults

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Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Fire pit. wood, firelighters and lighter provided.

The pitch was easy to use and had an electric hook up.…

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	7
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Anonymous Jun 2025

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: The pitch was easy to use and had an electric hook up. The toilet and shower room were easy to use and clean. The pub seemed nice however was closed when we got there due to being bank holiday. It was close to the beach and the local area was beautiful. It was perfect for our little stay.

Disliked: Only one shower and two toilets I queued most times I needed to go. The washing up was the same sink as the toilet so you would occupy it when washing up so people couldn't use it.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, friendly staff and would recommend.

Overall	9/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	9
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Jun 2025

Camping pod

Liked: Very friendly welcome from staff. Liked that there were appliances in the Pod. Fire pit is good.
Good value for money.
Really good food in the Lowther Arms.
Lovely beaches nearby.

Disliked: Separate washing up area to toilets would be useful.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site

Overall	8/10
Location	6
Value for money	9
Accommodation	9
Facilities / Activities	9
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	5

Carla G. Jun 2025

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: Nice clean small site, very friendly owners, pub on site and the food was really good, shower and toilet facilities which were regularly cleaned and tidy. We would definitely use this site again if we’re ever up that way.

Disliked: Nothing really although we would say The Shower room and toilet doors could definitely use an engaged and vacant sign to stop people rattling the door or trying the key while you are in the shower.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean facilities, lovely location and the staff were amazing.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	7

Laura M. May 2025

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: The location, size of the pod and the facilities. Lovely place sited next to the Lowther Arms which I would highly recommend. Lovely pub and the food is lovely with great service.

Disliked: N/A

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely flat field, each pitch with electric hook up and water supply.…

Overall	9/10
Location	10
Value for money	9
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	9
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Debbie M. May 2025

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: Lovely flat field, each pitch with electric hook up and water supply. Only half of the pitches at most are allocated at any time so it never feels overcrowded. One shower with toilet and a separate toilet only. Toilet emptying facilities but nowhere obvious for emptying grey water. Short walk through the very quiet and pretty village to the beach or nature reserve, great for the dogs. The site and the pub are both very dog friendly too although they should be kept on leads, sensible anyway! Good food being served in the pub although we didn't partake as out most of each day. Highly recommended

Disliked: Somewhere to empty grey water would have been useful and the wifi wasn't great but that's really all

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent small site spotless shower room and great food at the pub

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous May 2025

Camping pod

Liked: Everything was perfect about the camping pod. The small site neat and tidy. The local walks grand. And the wildlife locally was numerous. Have your evening meal in the community pub you will not be disappointed

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful campsite and pod, excellent food at the pub, friendly staff

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Debbie T. May 2025

Camping pod

Liked: Pod campsite and pub food

Disliked: Only 2 toilet and shower

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely small site, clean, great food ( best to book )

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Carolyn W. May 2025

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: Very rural , lambs in field next door, pigeon roosting on nest in a bush, lots of birds, pub food is great

Disliked: Wifi very patchy .

Recommend to friends Visit again

Tucked away little gem!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Sally L. Apr 2025

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: The hosts were very friendly and couldn’t do enough for us. The pitch and facilities are well maintained and clean. Adjoining pet friendly pub has a lovely atmosphere and wonderful food. WiFi signal strong and plentiful. We will certainly be back!

Disliked: Everything was perfect thank you

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site as a base to explore.

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Nicola F. Apr 2025

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: Lovely little site in a great, quiet location. Staff at the pub were really friendly. Good play park for kids just across the road from the site. Lots to do in the surrounding areas. Site and facilities are well maintained and clean.

Disliked: If the site was busy there is only one shower.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 Car parking by pitch/unit 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

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

Rules

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

Themes

Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Pub campsite Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for tourers Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

The Lowther Arms

Mawbray Village

Allonby

Cumbria

England

CA15 6QT

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.80629°N
-3.42038°W

Nearest transport

Coach

16.4 km Fairfield Junior School

16.5 km Gallowbarrow

19.9 km Bus Station

Rail

7.8 km Aspatria Rail Station

11.6 km Maryport Rail Station

14.5 km Flimby Rail Station

Ferry

29 km Nichol End (Derwentwater) Ferry Landing

29.6 km Keswick Ferry Landing

30.1 km Hawes End Derwentwater Ferry Landing

Airport

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

Senhouse Roman Museum (15 minutes’ drive) is the place to learn more about the Roman history of this area. The collection of artefacts on display here includes votive slabs, military altars and pottery unearthed at a nearby Roman fort said to date from the first century AD. If you have an animal lover in your party, why not make them happy with a trip to Lake District Wildlife Park (half an hour)? In addition to displays starring the resident birds of prey, you can get up close and personal to lemurs and meerkats, or stroll with an alpaca. All these experiences are accompanied by spectacular, far-reaching views of Bassenthwaite Lake. The border city of Carlisle (45 minutes) is worth a visit for its 11th-century castle, where Mary Queen of Scots was held captive in the 1500s, and its medieval cathedral, with an elegant Flemish altarpiece. You can also go for a pleasant stroll through Bitts Park or on Hadrian's Wall Path, along the River Eden.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Allonby	4.4 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Southerness	13.8 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Excellent
Sandyhills	21.1 km	Sea	N/A	N/A	Poor	Poor
Rockcliffe	24.9 km	Estuary	N/A	Poor	Poor	Poor
St Bees	37.2 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

John Paul Jones Cottage Museum & Visitor Centre 14.5 km

Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 23.5 km

Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 26.3 km

Castlerigg Stone Circle 30.7 km

Robert Burns Centre 31.7 km

National Trust

Wordsworth House and Garden 16.2 km

Buttermere and Ennerdale 31.9 km

Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 42.8 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Carsethorn - Powillimount - Arbigland 16.2 km

Cockermouth - River Cocker 16.4 km

MERSEHEAD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 04/11/2003) 17.7 km

CAMPFIELD MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/11/2006) 18.5 km

WORKINGTON HALL 19.8 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Vehicles

Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.

Hired accommodation

Hired accommodation: £10.00 (€11.71) damage/cleanliness/bracelet deposit is required on arrival and will be refunded on departure after inspection of your unit should no damage/losses be found.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Safety

No charcoal barbecues allowed.
No electric barbecues allowed.
No gas barbecues allowed.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Safety

Open fires are prohibited.

Pitches

Pitches: a £10.00 (€11.71) deposit is required on arrival and will be refunded on departure when returning the gate badge/barrier pass/toilet keys.

General

Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.

Occupancy

Single-sex bookings of 2 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

General

The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Dogs

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).

General

The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Lowther Arms have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is The Lowther Arms dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near The Lowther Arms? Senhouse Roman Museum (15 minutes’ drive) is the place to learn more about the Roman history of this area. The collection of artefacts on display here includes votive slabs, military altars and … Read more