Cairndale Caravan Park

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Campsite
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Entrance to the campsite
Grass pitches
View from the camping field
The ponds and camping field
Touring pitches
Touring pitches with tree shelter
Touring pitches next to the cow fields
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Entrance to the campsite
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View from the camping field

  • Rural site with Pennines views, close to the Lakes and Solway Firth
  • A 10-minute drive to the North Pennines; half an hour to the Lakes
  • Peaceful pitches with walks from site; close to a foodie pub and shops
What a spot for walkers, cyclists and indeed anybody who wants to get out and about in spectacular countryside. Cairndale Caravan Park is in a fabulous location with easy access to not one – but two – Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and if that wasn’t enough, the Lake District National Park is on hand too. This is quite a small site at the foot of the Pennines AONB, and as it’s surrounded by greenery wherever you look, you might just want to lie back in or by your tent and take in the views. Chances are, however, that the call of all those walks across moorland to spectacular waterfalls will spur you into action. You might prefer to pack everybody into the car and head to the Lakes (30 minutes’ drive) to go boating on the water or walk a section of the Ullswater Way. Slightly further afield, the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (45 minutes) will reveal seemingly endless beaches for kids and dogs to romp around on. If you fancy cosy nights around the barbecue, stock up on grill bits and bobs at Brampton’s convenience stores (take a look at the ruined abbey while you’re there). Otherwise there’s a destination pub in Cumwhitton (five minutes' drive) and a huge choice of restaurants and takeaways in Carlisle (20 minutes).

Campground type

Camper sites 6
RV sites 6
Open now
Opens March 1
Please note
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat, Mar 1 to

Reviews

8.8

Overall rating from 112 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

89% would recommend this campground to a friend

88% would stay here again

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Arrival date (latest first)

Location was peaceful with easy access from the M6, a small site…

Overall 8/10

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David B.

Powered gravel and earth travel trailer campsite

Liked Location was peaceful with easy access from the M6, a small site with adequate facilities that were basic but clean.

Disliked Nothing

I have stayed at this site before, and once again it was…

Overall 9/10

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Anonymous

Powered gravel and earth travel trailer campsite

Liked I have stayed at this site before, and once again it was a good stay. Clean Facilities, including the toilet block, and plenty of hot water in the sinks or shower.

Disliked Nothing.

Brilliant location will visit again

Overall 9/10

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Facilities / Activities
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Carl S.

Powered gravel and earth travel trailer campsite

Liked Location , level pitch , quite

The location and the quietness of the site…

Overall 7/10

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Hazel M.

Powered gravel and earth travel trailer campsite

Liked The location and the quietness of the site

Disliked Although the toilet and shower facilities are fairly clean they would benefit from a tidy up ,also the washing up area.

A Very Good Site, Quiet Surroundings, Good Hot Shower and a Clean…

Overall 9/10

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Anonymous

Powered gravel and earth travel trailer campsite

Liked A Very Good Site, Quiet Surroundings, Good Hot Shower and a Clean Toilet Block.

Disliked Nothing.

Very nice scenery, clean good facilities…

Overall 10/10

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Dominic L.

Powered gravel and earth travel trailer campsite

Liked Very nice scenery, clean good facilities

From the manager: Thank you for your review pleased you enjoyed your stay on our site

Clean toilets and showers despite rustic vibe. Friendly welcome on the phone when…

Overall 9/10

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Anonymous

Powered gravel and earth travel trailer campsite

Liked Clean toilets and showers despite rustic vibe.
Friendly welcome on the phone when enquiring about availability.
Quiet, peaceful environment.

Recommend

Overall 10/10

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jason c.

Powered gravel and earth travel trailer campsite

Liked Great site. Small. Very quiet. Good pitches, well kept.

Disliked Nothing

Clean toilets and shower, all amenities right nearby

Overall 9/10

Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Alice M.

Powered gravel and earth travel trailer campsite

Liked We had the electric hook up pitch right next to the cow field for 6 nights. Lovely and quiet which is just how we like it. Toilets/shower and washing up area were right nearby so we could keep ourselves to ourselves, perfect.

Paid for 2 nights left after 1

Overall 4/10

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russ w.

Powered gravel and earth travel trailer campsite

Liked Peaceful setting, facilities old but clean. NIce to have tap on pitch.

Disliked Gang of kids running around screaming until after midnight, shining torches in peoples eyes. Same kids at it next morning, no reply from manager when we rang to complain. And as a finale the showers were faulty, so if a cold shower is your thing and no hot water at all required, this place is for you.

From the manager: Hi sorry about the noise from the kids there is not normally big groups on the site but there was a big football tournament on at Warwick bridge so sorry about the noise
But the showers being cold not sure??

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 Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful 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)

Nearby leisure

Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Cairndale Caravan Park

Cumwhitton

Heads Nook

Brampton

Cumbria

England

CA8 9BZ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.86094°N
2.75084°W

Nearest transport

Bus
7.6 mi Bus Station
13.8 mi Rail Station
22.2 mi War Memorial
Rail
3.6 mi Wetheral Rail Station
3.7 mi Armathwaite Rail Station
5.3 mi Brampton (Cumbria) Rail Station
Ferry
17.6 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
20.5 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
23.2 mi 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

Take the trail of the remains of a 73-mile Roman wall through rural landscapes… and when you’ve finished with Hadrian’s Wall (half an hour’s drive), pedal, hike or trot your way through the gorgeous North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (10 minutes) or let yourself unwind with watersports, paddles and more properly good hikes in the Lake District National Park (30 minutes). The Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (45 minutes) is there when you’re in need of some stunning seaside scenery instead. As for sailing or fishing, well, Talkin Tarn Country Park (10 minutes) is the place for that. Golf is just 30 minutes away too – and as for racing events, they can be found over at the Carlisle Racecourse (20 minutes). For low-key days of shopping, sightseeing and strolling the streets, Brampton (15 minutes) has a market and ruined abbey, while the market town of Penrith (half an hour) has another great buzzy atmosphere. If it’s ancient villages and riverside strolls that also take your fancy, then you’ll have easy enough access to the Vale of Eden (30 minutes) from this site.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Allonby 28 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Carlisle Castle 8 mi

Birdoswald Roman Fort 10.7 mi

The Rheged Centre 14.8 mi

World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 15.9 mi

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 16 mi

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 15.9 mi

Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 18.3 mi

Hadrian's Wall and Housesteads Fort 20.1 mi

Wordsworth House and Garden 28.2 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Castle Carrock Circular 2.5 mi

CORBY CASTLE 3 mi

Talkin Tarn Country Park Circular 4.6 mi

GELTSDALE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 09/03/2006) 6.6 mi

Hadrian's Wall Part 3 - Lanercost Priory to Walltown Army Museum 7.6 mi

Local events

  • Kendal Calling (Thursday, July 31, 2025 – Thursday, July 31, 2025)

    Penrith, England 17.8 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.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Cairndale Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Cairndale Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Cairndale Caravan Park? Take the trail of the remains of a 73-mile Roman wall through rural landscapes… and when you’ve finished with Hadrian’s Wall (half an hour’s drive), pedal, hike or trot your way through … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Cairndale Caravan Park?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Cairndale Caravan Park? From $32.53 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.