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From $39.88 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Waterfoot Caravan Park

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Touring Area (added by manager 21 Mar 2024)

Peaceful park with stunning views over Lake Ullswater, Lake District
In a wildlife haven near Penrith; a 15-minute walk from Pooley Bridge
Play area, football pitch and shop open in season

Squirrel! Did you know that the red squirrel is a very shy critter that mostly won’t be spied if it hears big humanly footsteps (a bit like hobbits)? Sssh: you might just spy one around beautiful Waterfoot Caravan Park, an immensely peaceful place near Penrith in the Lake District National Park. Like the thought of spotting red squirrels in the wild, the look and location of Waterfoot should make one want to pack up and move here with some immediacy. Not only is it in the grounds of a Georgian mansion, with scurrying wildlife all round, but it overlooks gorgeous Ullswater, with steamer cruises on heritage boats, famed walking routes and, with luck – carrying a notepad/sketchpad to note/sketch sightings of glorious daffodils. Waterfoot is a family site over a most viewsome acre of land, with up-to-date showers and toilets, a shop open daily during the season, a laundry room and indoor washing-up areas to combat any Lake District rain. Sans rain, kids have a play area with swings, climbing towers, rocking toys and slide, and there’s a small football pitch for big brothers and sisters. Reception is easily found at the front of the park, so check in and lace up your walking boots to take in the wildlife and walks of some of the prettiest parts of the country – did someone say squirrel…? Pooley Bridge, which has pubs and independent shops, is around a 15-minute walk from the site.

Campground type

Open now

Tourist board rating

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
The grocery shop is open between 03/01 and 12/31.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
Tents are not accepted at this park.
The bar is open between 03/01 and 12/31.
Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Please note that the lounge bar is only open Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings until further notice.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Mar 1 to Fri, Nov 15 2024

Open from Sat, Mar 1 to Mon, Nov 10 2025

This campground is a member of Lake District Estates group.

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Campsite types & availability

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

An ideal glamping pod for a couple of people.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	4

Anonymous Sep 2024

Camping pod (no pets)

Liked: The accommodation is great. Spacious for two people with all the facilities you need. It would be a squash with 4 adults. Having an individual bathroom is perfect.

Disliked: Single parking space is challenging when people are travelling from different areas. No wifi at the glamping pods and mobile data signal isn’t great.

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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. We are so glad that you have enjoyed your stay and thought the accommodation was great and we do hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards Helen

Good facilities and location. Out of hours check in was simple.…

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

Paul B. Sep 2024

FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (maximum 8 metres)

Liked: Good facilities and location. Out of hours check in was simple.

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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. We are so glad that you have enjoyed your stay and found check in to be smooth and we do hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards Helen

Beautiful site… peaceful clean shower blocks . We had a very relaxing…

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

Margaret F. Sep 2024

FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (maximum 8 metres)

Liked: Beautiful site… peaceful clean shower blocks . We had a very relaxing stay . The ladies who run the mansion bar are lovely. What a view from the bar window. Definitely will return.

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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. We are so glad that you thought the site was beautiful and you had a relaxing stay and we do hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards Helen

Brilliant site

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

Anonymous Sep 2024

FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (maximum 8 metres)

Liked: Everything, facilities excellent. Bar and beer were excellent

Disliked: Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. We are so glad that you have enjoyed your stay and thought the facilities were excellent and we do hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards Helen

Lovely site

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Anonymous Sep 2024

FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (maximum 8 metres)

Liked: We stayed on pitch 15. The pitch was a great size and very level. Loved the closeness to Pooley Bridge and enjoyed the walk into the village.

Disliked: There was a lot of maintenance work happening which meant the site was noisy at times.

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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. We are so glad that you have enjoyed your stay and loved the location. We apologise for the noise and we do hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards Helen

Ideal for families

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	6
Wifi	2

Lisa A. Aug 2024

Camping pod (no pets)

Liked: Peaceful location close to lovely parts of the lakes. Pods were good size and easy to find. Little play field was good for kids off all ages

Disliked: Pods very close to each other check in times different to those at the actual park.

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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to complete this feedback form / review. We will have a look at the difference in check in times. We are so glad that, overall, you have enjoyed your stay and we do hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards Angela

Nice site, clean, just boring. Could have been anywhere once pitched.

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

Anonymous Aug 2024

9M FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked: Close to toilets and showers. Flat pitch. Easily accessible pitch. Electric hook up and water tap close by. Nice staff. Manor nice, with a bar.

Disliked: NO PHONE SIGNAL!! No WiFi!! Surrounded by tall trees and hedges, no view of fells or lake which I did not appreciate looking at their photos before booking. Other sites have amazing views which is one of the main reasons we come to the lakes. We could have been anywhere! Very close to other campers. No privacy unless you build a fortress around you which some do. One family were struggling to keep their dogs contained. Shop was good, but very expensive as I suppose they have to cover their costs. Toilets and showers clean, bit dated. Bar closes early. No fire pits allowed.

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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. We are sorry that you were disappointed in your stay. Your comments have been noted and we will investigate and take action on the issues you have raised. Kind Regards Helen

Well laid out site Good clean facilities…

Overall	6/10
Location	8
Value for money	4
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	4
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	2

Anonymous Jul 2024

9M FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked: Well laid out site Good clean facilities

Disliked: Wi-Fi and mobile unusable, very poor as needed for work whilst away After complaining and just getting the answer (it’s the same for everyone Decided not to stay and moved on

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From the manager: Hello, Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. I am sorry that the Wi-Fi was not up to standard. Your comments have been noted and we will investigate and take action on the issues you have raised. Kind Regards Helen

Great site.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	4

Anonymous Jul 2024

FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (maximum 8 metres)

Liked: The site was lovely, the pitch was a decent size and the location was great. We haven't really been this side of the Lakes before, there was some nice walks from the site too. The facilities were kept clean, although they were cleaned abit early and my husband had to wait to use the shower because the cleaner was in there, other sites we have been too clean around lunch time so everyone has been in.

Disliked: The price of the laundry facilities was a bit high. We didn't use them because of it.

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From the manager: Hello, Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. We are so glad that you have enjoyed your stay and we do hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards Helen

Overall good stay.

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	6
Accommodation	6
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	6
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	2

Michelle H. Jul 2024

FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (maximum 8 metres)

Liked: Good location quiet site. Clean facilities. Mature trees around the edge of the campsite.

Disliked: No views from the touring field but lovely higher up where the static vans are parked. Showers not very hot. Couldn’t access the lake from the park. Had to drive off and park.

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From the manager: Hi Michelle, Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. We are so glad that you have enjoyed your stay and we have passed on your issues with the showers to the Park Manager. We do hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards Helen

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 Wild swimming

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 Local produce Off licence Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome 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

Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Gray water hook-up for caravans Motorhome service point Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Waterfoot Caravan Park

Pooley Bridge

Ullswater

Penrith

Cumbria

England

CA11 0JF

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.61379°N
-2.83197°W

Nearest transport

Bus

4.5 mi Rail Station

12.5 mi Bus Station

13.3 mi Lakeside House for Dove Cottage

Rail

4.4 mi Penrith North Lakes Rail Station

8.7 mi Langwathby Rail Station

10.8 mi Lazonby & Kirkoswald Rail Station

Ferry

0.3 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing

3.2 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing

6.6 mi Glenridding Ullswater 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

Waterfalls, walks, watersports, history and heritage are all here: start off with the miles of bridleways around Ullswater, all linked by Ullswater Steamer routes, and take the circular route around Maiden Castle which starts and ends at Waterfoot Caravan Park. The site is surrounded by the Dalemain Estate which has five acres of gardens and swathes of historic parkland; the house and gardens themselves are less than two miles away (the cream teas are heartily recommended). At least a day must be had on and around Ullswater, the Lake District’s second biggest lake, for a trip on Lady Dorothy or one of the other steamers; a spot of sailing, diving or boating, or a scale up Helvellyn, England’s third highest mountain and lying at Ullswater’s south (stagger to Glenridding village afterwards for refreshments). Wildlife including red deer and those red squirrels can be spotted in many Lake District woodlands and fells, but to maximise your chances of a sighting, scurry along to the flagship red squirrel reserve at Whinlatter Forest near Keswick, where there’s also a red squirrel trail with a visitor centre and rope bridge..

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Allonby	26.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 1.4 mi

The Rheged Centre 3 mi

Ullswater Steamers 6.6 mi

Castlerigg Stone Circle 10.7 mi

Rydal Mount and Gardens 13 mi

National Trust

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 9.6 mi

Grasmere and Great Langdale 14.3 mi

Townend 14.5 mi

Windermere and Troutbeck 15.9 mi

Beatrix Potter Gallery 17.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Pooley Bridge and Heughscar Hill 0.5 mi

Pooley Bridge - Loadpot Hill - Howtown - Pooley Bridge 0.5 mi

DALEMAIN 1.6 mi

Howtown - Patterdale - Glenridding 3.2 mi

Howtown - Hallin Fell - Sandwick via Steamer 3.2 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.
All guests spending the night at the park must present their ID at the reception desk and sign registration forms.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
The park will send you further check-in information 7 day(s) before your arrival.
Units will be allocated on arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leashes and supervised at all times.
The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
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.
Public areas are non-smoking.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and trunks must be closed quietly.
Recreational vehicles (including but not limited to motorised scooters/skateboards and non-road legal motorised vehicles) are not permitted.
The bar is open between 03/01 and 12/31.
The grocery shop is open between 03/01 and 12/31.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behavior is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Hired accommodation

Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Occupancy

No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Reception

If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
Open fires are prohibited.
Please do not touch or feed the animals.

Sites

Tents are not accepted at this park.

Vehicles

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

Visitors

Visitors must leave the premises by 10 p.m..
Visitors must register at reception and pay their fee.

Additional terms

Mansion lounge bar is only open Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings until further notice.

Payment terms

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfoot Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Waterfoot Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Waterfoot Caravan Park? Waterfalls, walks, watersports, history and heritage are all here: start off with the miles of bridleways around Ullswater, all linked by Ullswater Steamer routes, and take the circular route around Maiden Castle … Read more

When can I check in and check out of Waterfoot Caravan Park?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites
Arrive:	1 p.m. –	8 p.m.
Depart by:	noon
On-park accommodation
Arrive:	3 p.m. –	8 p.m.
Depart by:	9:30 a.m.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfoot Caravan Park? From $39.88 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.