Skelwith Fold Caravan Park
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- Top-notch Lake District caravan park in 130 acres of ancient forest
- A 10-minute drive to Ambleside for Windermere boat trips
- Dog-friendly park with woodland trails, tarn and large play area
Campground type
Tourist board rating
Admission
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
General
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
Occupancy
- Bookings must not consist of more than 3 different households.
- Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Sites
- A cable measuring at least 3 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
Vehicles
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Converted vehicles are required to have completed the DVLA V1006 motor caravan conversion checklist and had their application approved. Due to licensing, non-compliant vehicles will unfortunately not be permitted access to the campsite. Car camping is not permitted.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sun, Mar 1 to
Campsite types & availability
2

Power optional cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site
Ground type: Cement/asphalt
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £35.75 (£35.75)
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FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (premium)
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site
Ground type: Cement/asphalt
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 12m depth (108m²)
Arrival daysFrom £51.75 (£51.75)
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Woodpecker 1 bedroom camping pod (two person, adults only, no pets)
2 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroom
Arrival daysFrom £294 (£294)
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1 bedroom safari tent (hot tub, adults only, no pets)
2 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroom
Arrival daysFrom £414.75 (£414.75)
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Ullswater 1 bedroom safari tent (hot tub, adults only)
2 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroom
Arrival daysFrom £415 (£415)
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1 bedroom camping pod (six person)
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroom
Arrival daysFrom £577.50 (£577.50)
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1 bedroom camping pod (six person, no pets)
6 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroom
Arrival daysFrom £577.50 (£577.50)
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2 bedroom safari tent (no pets)
6 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedrooms
Arrival daysFrom £577.50 (£577.50)
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Helvellyn 2 bedroom safari tent
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site 2 bedrooms
Arrival daysFrom £578 (£578)
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Reviews
96% would recommend this campground to a friend
95% would stay here again
What customers say
This lovely, well-kept woodland spot has super clean, modern facilities (heated showers!). Guests rave about friendly staff, roomy pitches, and peace. Great access to walks, towns, and a bus stop. Shop is well-stocked. Note: Wi-Fi/phone signal can be spotty; facilities get busy sometimes.
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Last updated 8/11/2026
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Clean, tidy, friendly…
Power optional cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Clean, tidy, friendly
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From the manager: Dear guest, thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so pleased to hear you found everything clean and tidy, and that our friendly service made a positive impression. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again soon!
Amazing site spotlessly clean and tidy…
FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (premium)
Liked Amazing site spotlessly clean and tidy
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Dear David, thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We’re delighted to hear you found the site spotlessly clean and tidy. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Great location, very well maintained and…
FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (premium)
Liked Great location, very well maintained and fabulous facilities (toilets + showers).
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Dear guest, thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the great location, well-maintained facilities, and especially the toilets and showers. It’s wonderful to know everything helped make your visit a pleasant one. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Five Star Site
FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (premium)
Liked Showers and laundry excellent site clean and staff friendly
Disliked The pitched were on stone and not attractive. Was told to go pick a pitch on arrival as none allocated. Drove round with most with reservations on them only 2 spots out of 30 free. Site not really for children very quiet
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From the manager: Dear Jason, thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found the showers and laundry facilities excellent, the site clean, and our team friendly.
We’re sorry to hear that you were disappointed with the appearance of the pitches. Due to the typical Lake District weather we experience, our hardstanding pitches are specifically designed to provide a practical, reliable surface in wetter conditions. We understand that they may not have the same appearance as grass pitches, but this is something we feel is particularly important for comfort and accessibility throughout the year.
We also appreciate your comments regarding pitch allocation. We don’t pre-allocate pitches, as we prefer to give guests the flexibility to choose their preferred pitch on arrival. During school holidays and other busy periods, however, availability can naturally become more limited, particularly for guests arriving later in the day.
We’re also sorry that the site felt quiet and not particularly suited to children. We pride ourselves on being a family-friendly site, with our large outdoor adventure playground, library, nature trails and nature hide, all designed to give families plenty to enjoy. We appreciate that everyone has different expectations, and we’re sorry that the atmosphere during your stay didn’t meet yours.
Perfection in every way loved the…
FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (premium)
Liked Perfection in every way loved the place.
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Dear Paul, thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you loved the place and found everything to be perfect. It’s fantastic to know you had such an enjoyable stay, and we really appreciate your kind words. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again soon!
Brilliant site. Brilliant location. Very well…
FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (premium)
Liked Brilliant site. Brilliant location. Very well run. Well stocked shop. Fresh local meat very reasonably priced and very nice. Staff very polite and helpful. Pitches very well kept. Amenities very clean and showers always nice and hot. The list goes on. We will be going back. Great walks and hikes reachable on foot from the site
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Dear Lisa, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you loved your stay and enjoyed everything from the well-kept pitches and spotless amenities to our shop and locally sourced meat. It’s especially lovely to hear that you enjoyed the walks and hikes from the site too.
We really appreciate your kind words about our team and are thrilled to know you’ll be returning. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! 😊
Große Stellplätze , tolle Lage…
FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (premium)
Liked Große Stellplätze , tolle Lage
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From the manager: Dear guest, thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so pleased to hear that you found the parking spaces spacious and appreciated our great location. We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Great place and so peaceful…
FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (premium)
Liked Great place and so peaceful
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Dear Emma, thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the site to be such a peaceful place. Creating a relaxing environment for our guests is something we really value, and it’s wonderful to know you appreciated it. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Park area was great for kids…
FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (premium)
Liked Park area was great for kids loads out playing footie which kept them entertained all day
Disliked Bad phone signal
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From the manager: Dear Sean, thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so pleased to hear that the park area was a hit with the kids and gave them plenty of space to enjoy playing football throughout the day. We’re sorry to hear about the poor phone signal. As we’re situated in a peaceful rural area, mobile coverage can unfortunately be limited in some places, but we appreciate you highlighting this. We hope to welcome you and your family back again soon!
Brilliant, clean, friendly park.
FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (premium)
Liked We love everything, from the greeting on arrival to the pitch size (premium). The staff out and about were friendly and helpful. Location was good to Ambleside and surrounding areas. Toilets, showers were spotless at all times. The laundry area was an added bonus. Also a library, thought of everything.
Disliked I would have like the shop to be open a bit longer in the evening but not a deal breaker.
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From the manager: Dear Paul, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you loved your stay, from the warm welcome on arrival to your premium pitch and our friendly, helpful team. It's fantastic to know you enjoyed our convenient location for exploring Ambleside and the surrounding area, and that you found the toilet and shower facilities spotless throughout your stay.
We're also pleased you made use of the laundry room and enjoyed our little library—it's great to hear those extra touches were appreciated!
Thank you as well for your feedback about the shop opening hours. We're always grateful for guest suggestions and will certainly take your comments into consideration as we continue to review the services we offer.
We really appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for another stay in the future.
Features
Dogs 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 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
PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Large (51-200 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Gray water hook-up for caravans Motorhome service point Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Skelwith Fold Caravan Park
Ambleside
Cumbria
England
LA22 0HX
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.4156°N
2.9985°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haverigg | 19.5 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Silecroft | 19.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seascale | 19.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Walney West Shore | 23.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
| Morecambe North | 24 mi | Estuary | Good | N/A | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Rydal Mount and Gardens 2.3 mi
Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre 2.4 mi
Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 2.8 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 2.8 mi
Hill Top 4.5 mi
National Trust
Grasmere and Great Langdale 1.8 mi
Beatrix Potter Gallery 2.8 mi
Townend 3.4 mi
Coniston and Tarn Hows 3.6 mi
Windermere and Troutbeck 3.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Ambleside - Town End - Ambleside 1.5 mi
Ambleside, Wansfell and the Pike to Troutbeck 1.6 mi
Ambleside to Grasmere over Loughrigg Fell 1.8 mi
Ambleside, Stock Ghyll and Scandale Beck 1.8 mi
Ambleside and Lily Tarn 1.8 mi
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 Skelwith Fold Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Skelwith Fold Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Skelwith Fold Caravan Park? As well as having top-notch facilities, Skelwith Fold Caravan Park is in a top-notch location for a Lake District break. There are lots of great walks and activities nearby, and staff are … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Skelwith Fold Caravan Park?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: noon On-park accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Skelwith Fold Caravan Park? From $48.29 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.
