Sleepy Elephant Campsite












- Valley View Campsite
Campground type
This park has no on-site shower facilities.
- 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.
- 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).
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Campsite types & availability
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Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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 allowedThemes
Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Large (51-200 sites) Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campgroundAccessibility
Accessible parking at siteNearby leisure
Climbing nearby Mountain biking nearbyLocation
Sleepy Elephant Campsite
High Birks
Cautley
Sedbergh
Cumbria
England
LA10 5LZ
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.35208°N
-2.47292°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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Morecambe North | 24.6 mi | Estuary | Good | N/A | Good | Good |
Morecambe South | 25.3 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Sizergh Castle and Garden 13 mi
Levens Hall & Gardens 13.9 mi
The World of Beatrix Potter 18 mi
Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 18.1 mi
Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 18.1 mi
National Trust
Sizergh Castle and Garden 13 mi
Windermere and Troutbeck 18 mi
Townend 18.2 mi
Fell Foot Park 20 mi
Hill Top 20 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Sedbergh and Cautley Spout 2.9 mi
Sedbergh: the Two Rivers Walk 2.9 mi
Sedbergh and Winder Fell 2.9 mi
Wild Boar Fell 5.1 mi
Dent and Deepdale 5.1 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday, July 31, 2025 – Thursday, July 31, 2025)
Penrith, England 20 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Sleepy Elephant Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Sleepy Elephant Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Sleepy Elephant Campsite? Situated between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales National Park; enjoy walks up Cautley Spout (Highest waterfall in the UK), a stroll around the various lakes/mountains, or for those who require … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Sleepy Elephant Campsite?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime