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Non-electric grass tent pitch
From £70 (£70)
6 people maximum 
9.1/10
46 reviews 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.
Pitch size
Max 4m width × 5m depth (20m²)
Ground type
Grass
Suitable for
Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)
Features
Bring an awning 0 included, 1 max. Bring a pup tent 0 included, 1 max. Car 1 included, 2 max. Dog(s) allowed 0 included, 3 max. Car parking by pitch/unit Wifi at the unit/pitch Other restrictions
Gazebos not allowed
Extras
| Bring a gazebo (1 max) | £9 (£9) per night | |
| Bring a pup tent (1 max) | £3 (£3) per night | |
| Bring an awning (1 max) | £6 (£6) per night | |
| Dog (3 max) | £2 (£2) per night | |
| Extra car (2 max) | £7 (£7) per night | |
| Motorbike (2 max) | £1.50 (£1.50) per night |
You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.
Availability
| Your booking From £70 (£70) | |
Based on 2 nights, 2 adults | |
| 2 adults |
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The Old Post Office Campsite
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Reviews
89% would recommend this site to a friend
87% would stay here again
What customers say
A lovely, tranquil spot by the river with sound staff. Great for exploring the Western Lakes, with a decent pub nearby. Some found Wi-Fi a bit iffy and facilities dated, but most loved it and would come back.
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Nice site, but look at the layout before pushing the button.
Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)
Liked Location
Pitch
Clean facilities
Pub adjacent with good food
Walks
Disliked Jobs worth created by Pitchup, beautiful pitches by river, not allowed to park in them because Pitchup allocates the pitch, ours right in front of the toilets. You guessed it, no other visitors during our stay, so could have parked anywhere.
If you have a a European motor home, your grey waste won't work unless it's at least 10m long, to make this work I had to park reversed in, if you park nose in you can't use your waste and you sit looking at the toilets.this I refused to do, and caused somewhat of a disagreement.
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From the manager: Thank you for your 8 star review, it is much appreciated,
However we would like to point out the following.
You had booked a super pitch for your stay and there were 5 other customers on super pitches during your stay, unfortunately there are only 3 super pitches that back onto the river two of which were utilised, all other pitches that were available at the time of your booking were not super pitches, therefore not having direct hookup to water waste or electric. The site is a small site and the pitch you were on is only 25 meters from the river.
We have had many European/non European motorhomes on site and none of them have struggled to hook up to the water waste until now, the staff member that was onsite at the time tried to give you some advice on how to park your vehicle so that your 2 and half meter hose would fit, there was no disagreement on our part, only advice.
I hope this didn't affect your stay too much, and we hope to see you again in the future.
Kindest regards
The Old Post Office Team
Great site .nice people and Nr…
Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)
Liked Great site .nice people and Nr a pub which was handy .
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Good site, easy to find. We…
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Good site, easy to find. We were a late arrival however all the information had been left out for us, with contact numbers available if there was any issues. Facilities were good and kept clean. Nice pub just across the bridge which was very convenient. Pitch itself was made up of bark with grass touring pitch. Handy outdoor tap to the side of the toilet block to clean dogs paws. WiFi worked at pitch and had no issues with it
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Amazing Campsite
Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)
Liked We had an absolutely fantastic 2 night stay at The Old Post Office campsite! The shower blocks were spotless and modern, and the staff couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. It was so peaceful at night. Strong WiFi. We'd give it six stars if we could! Highly recommend. Pub is a small walk around the corner. We came back for another night because we had to cut out journey short and the guys helped us out with a pitch.
Disliked NOTHING!! 😁
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well organised small site
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Good sized pitched. Good, clean facilities, including a dog wash!!
Right next to the river, and a pub just across the bridge.
Good area for walking.
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Really enjoyed staying on this campsite.…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Really enjoyed staying on this campsite. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Toilet block was clean showers were hot, your not packed in like sardines. Nice little pub nearby that we took refuge in when the rains came in. Some campers took a dip in the river.
Other reviews are correct about 50p for a shower, but if you don’t have a 50p coin go speak to the staff they will sort you out.
There was a bit of noise from the road behind but most people were up and about early making the most of there days in the lakes anyway.
10mins drive from Wasdale head and load of great walks. I will definitely be back.
Disliked Nout.
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Lovely quiet site with great pub…
Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)
Liked Lovely quiet site with great pub just over the bridge.
great to have free wifi as very poor phone signal.
Disliked Nothing
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We stayed on pitch 7 which overlooked the river. Perfect!
Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)
Liked Beautiful surroundings
Spotlessly clean throughout
Fantastic facilities including free hot water washing area
Friendly & helpful staff
Peaceful
Lovely spaced pitches (ours was fully serviced)
Everything you need and more!
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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Good site with clean facilities
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked It has showers and toilet facilities on site and also washing up area , also has a fridge and freezer to use aswell as a laundrette love the river than ran at the back of the camp, you do have to pay 50p for showers but staff on site have plenty of change if you dont have it and lasts for about 10mins
Altho a bit pricy would definitely stay again
Disliked Not so much a dislike but having to leave camp at 11am on the day you leave
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Excellent site with sheltered pitches, clean facilities, and friendly
Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)
Liked The pitch was very private with a hedge, and it had a nice wooden picnic table. There's a lovely bit of side grass for your use. The toilets and showers were clean. Hook up to electrics and waste next to pitch. Lovely surroundings by the banks of a river, and a couple of walks for your dogs and a pub next door.
Disliked Difficult to leave the entrance in the vehicle due to blind spot...perhaps an additional mirror to show blind spot?
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Features
Dogs 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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Motorhome service point Tourer storage facilities Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
The Old Post Office Campsite
Santon Bridge
Wasdale
Holmrook
Cumbria
England
CA19 1UY
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.4021°N
3.371°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seascale | 7.7 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| St Bees | 18.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Silecroft | 20.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Haverigg | 24.3 km | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Walney West Shore | 31.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 5.6 km
Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 23.6 km
Beatrix Potter Gallery 24.2 km
Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 25.2 km
Rydal Mount and Gardens 25.6 km
National Trust
Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 2.8 km
Buttermere and Ennerdale 16.9 km
Gondola' 20.1 km
Coniston and Tarn Hows 20.7 km
Grasmere and Great Langdale 22.9 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Eskdale Green - Muncaster Fell - Muncaster Head - Eskdale Green 3.3 km
MUNCASTER CASTLE 5.4 km
High Gillerthwaite - Red Pike Ridge Traverse - High Gillerthwaite 12.9 km
Seathwaite - Scafell Pike - Seathwaite 16.3 km
The Gables from Honister Pass 16.3 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 The Old Post Office Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Old Post Office Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
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- When can I check in and check out of The Old Post Office Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Old Post Office Campsite? From €80.31 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.