The Lowther Arms
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- Community-owned pub site a 10-minute walk from Mawbray Banks, Cumbria
- Lake District National Park a half-hour drive; Carlisle 45 minutes
- Beer garden with expansive views; toilet block and showers
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Single-sex bookings of 2 or more people (excluding couples) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, 01 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Reviews
Overall rating from 142 Pitchup.com customers 
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97% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
Can't fault this site it was really clean we all had a great stay
Camping pod
Liked Everything was amazon i have stayed here a few times and the staff can't do enough for you very pleasant and friendly we ordered a take away from the pub and food was amazing cant wait to stay again
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All you need for a bit of peace and quite away from it all
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Peace and quiet, clean and sheltered. Pub food very good. Hosts very friendly and helpful.
No shops in the village so make sure you are supplied, otherwise towns and shops not far away in a vehicle
Disliked Not enough toilets and showers for 5 pitches full of people. Ok if you don’t mind taking your turn etc. luckily, on the Sunday night everyone else left, so we had the facilities to ourselves
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Lovely and cozy site where the staff were extremely friendly.
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked It was a small and cozy site with a great play park and fantastic bar.
The staff were amazing.
Disliked Not really a dislike for me but the site is very remote, nothing but the pub (that we found) within walking distance but this was exactly what we were after.
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Everything The pod is excellent very clean well maintained the…
Camping pod
Liked Everything
The pod is excellent very clean well maintained the site is excellent very well maintained and looked after in a lovely village
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Friendly staff and lovely pub food.
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked The location was so peaceful and next to fields and the pub for food and drink.
The area is has beautiful coastline for miles and views across to Scotland.
Lots of places to visit short drives away and lots of history.
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The pitch was easy to use and had an electric hook up.…
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked The pitch was easy to use and had an electric hook up. The toilet and shower room were easy to use and clean. The pub seemed nice however was closed when we got there due to being bank holiday. It was close to the beach and the local area was beautiful. It was perfect for our little stay.
Disliked Only one shower and two toilets I queued most times I needed to go. The washing up was the same sink as the toilet so you would occupy it when washing up so people couldn't use it.
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Excellent site, friendly staff and would recommend.
Camping pod
Liked Very friendly welcome from staff. Liked that there were appliances in the Pod. Fire pit is good.
Good value for money.
Really good food in the Lowther Arms.
Lovely beaches nearby.
Disliked Separate washing up area to toilets would be useful.
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Great site
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Nice clean small site, very friendly owners, pub on site and the food was really good, shower and toilet facilities which were regularly cleaned and tidy. We would definitely use this site again if we’re ever up that way.
Disliked Nothing really although we would say The Shower room and toilet doors could definitely use an engaged and vacant sign to stop people rattling the door or trying the key while you are in the shower.
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Clean facilities, lovely location and the staff were amazing.
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked The location, size of the pod and the facilities. Lovely place sited next to the Lowther Arms which I would highly recommend. Lovely pub and the food is lovely with great service.
Disliked N/A
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Lovely flat field, each pitch with electric hook up and water supply.…
Electric optional grass pitch
Liked Lovely flat field, each pitch with electric hook up and water supply. Only half of the pitches at most are allocated at any time so it never feels overcrowded. One shower with toilet and a separate toilet only. Toilet emptying facilities but nowhere obvious for emptying grey water. Short walk through the very quiet and pretty village to the beach or nature reserve, great for the dogs. The site and the pub are both very dog friendly too although they should be kept on leads, sensible anyway! Good food being served in the pub although we didn't partake as out most of each day. Highly recommended
Disliked Somewhere to empty grey water would have been useful and the wifi wasn't great but that's really all
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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 Car parking by pitch/unit 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
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
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
Pub campsite Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
The Lowther Arms
Mawbray Village
Allonby
Cumbria
England
CA15 6QT
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.80629°N
-3.42038°W
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allonby | 4.4 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Southerness | 13.8 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Sandyhills | 21.1 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Poor | Poor |
| Rockcliffe | 24.9 km | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| St Bees | 37.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
John Paul Jones Cottage Museum & Visitor Centre 14.5 km
Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 23.5 km
Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 26.3 km
Castlerigg Stone Circle 30.7 km
Robert Burns Centre 31.7 km
National Trust
Wordsworth House and Garden 16.2 km
Buttermere and Ennerdale 31.9 km
Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 42.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Carsethorn - Powillimount - Arbigland 16.2 km
Cockermouth - River Cocker 16.4 km
MERSEHEAD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 04/11/2003) 17.7 km
CAMPFIELD MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/11/2006) 18.5 km
WORKINGTON HALL 19.8 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Lowther Arms have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Lowther Arms dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Lowther Arms? Senhouse Roman Museum (15 minutes’ drive) is the place to learn more about the Roman history of this area. The collection of artefacts on display here includes votive slabs, military altars and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Lowther Arms?
Camping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. If arriving after 7pm Mon-Sat or 4pm Sunday please let the site know in advance
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at The Lowther Arms? From R613,24 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.