The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park
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- Family-run village pub site in rural northern Cumbria
- A 10-minute drive from Carlisle and 20 minutes from Gretna Green
- Food, real ales, open fire and a beer garden
Site type
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5
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Tents are not accepted at this park.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Please note that the pub is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Food is served from Wednesday to Sunday; it's best to book a table in advance if you'd like to dine in the pub.
Languages spoken
English
Reviews
Voted 91% of visitors View breakdown
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would stay here again
Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Very quiet and peaceful
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked: Lovely clean peaceful site, well maintained and right beside the pub (closed mon & tues) but wasn’t an issue for us. Fresh water, grey & black waste disposal. No toilets or showers available but for us not an issue as self contained. Large level gravel pitches, Self check in as pub closed, nice and easy. Good location just off motorway. Would stay again for sure.
Disliked: Nothing
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Excellent quiet hide away.
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked: Lovely, clean and quiet location. Had the basics needed for the caravan.
The pub served excellent food and the staff and customers were very welcoming and friendly. Although its a dog friendly site, the pub doesn't allow dogs inside the pub due to its smaller size, but they are welcome in the large beer garden.
The location is close to both Carlisle and Gretna Green, so lots of exploring opportunities.
We will definitely book again.
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No toilet available unless the pub was open
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked: Food
Disliked: No toilets
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From the manager: Sorry you didn't enjoy your stay with us!!
Thanks to the help of the team at pitch up we are very up-front in the the discription of our site!!
So you have everything you need to make a choice on if our place has the facilities you need!!
We do advertise that we don't have toilets or showers on site!
And that you can use the pub toilets while the pub is open.
We don't believe we can do anymore than be
up-front with you before you read it and book.
As a family owned and ran by myself and my wife we also take great pride in our site and grounds
Keeping the grass manicured the pitches free from weeds the communal areas clean.
Ourselves and our excellent staff try and providing the best customer care without intruding in you stay and always happy to chat and help you find placesto visis or shop etc.
So we are sad you felt the need to score us in this way.
Happy travels Barrie
Ok for a pit stop.
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked: An unexpected find tucked away. Pub was packed and staff were friendly. Site had most of what you need for a brief stop.
Disliked: Only toilet facilities are in the pub and no shower facilities. Boy racer with loud music at unearthly time in pub carpark not appreciated.
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From the manager: Apologies on the music from the car this isn't the norm but a bit out of our hands.
If it was persistent then we could of done somthing about it.
We do advertise that we don't have toilets or showers on site but you can use the toilets while the pub is open on the pitch up description before you book👍
Friendly staff. Good food. Nice location.…
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Liked: Friendly staff. Good food. Nice location.
Disliked: Zero.
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Would recommend if you have a camper & don’t need facilities access
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Liked: Easy to find, simple to book. Lovely clean site, staff were very friendly. Liked that we could order dinner and take it away to eat so when travelling with our dog we didn’t need to leave her alone. Young child enjoyed the small play area too.
Disliked: Facilities would make this place exceptional.
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Really good site for the money we spent
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked: The site was well kept and the pub was lovely
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Everything always looks neat and tidy. Nice sized pitches and the take…
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked: Everything always looks neat and tidy. Nice sized pitches and the take away food offer when the inn is full puts the cherry on the cake 🥳
Disliked: Nothing. We use our own facilities so don’t miss having them on site.
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Excellent value, pub food great
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked: Spacious,clean,very tidy grounds
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Liked: Perfect
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Features
Dogs 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
PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park
Great Orton
Carlisle
Cumbria
England
CA5 6LZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.87365°N
-3.04875°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 |
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| Allonby | 27.4 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Southerness | 35.3 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Sandyhills | 43.2 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Poor | Poor |
| Rockcliffe | 47.9 km | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Carlisle Castle 7.2 km
World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 14.6 km
Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 27.2 km
Castlerigg Stone Circle 30.3 km
The Rheged Centre 30.4 km
National Trust
Wordsworth House and Garden 31.1 km
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 38.2 km
Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 47.1 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
DALSTON ROAD CEMETERY 6.4 km
Burgh Marsh and the Edward 1 Monument 6.6 km
Around Carlisle 7.9 km
Hadrian's Wall Part 2 - Carlisle to Lanercost Priory 7.9 km
Hadrian's Wall Part 1 - Bowness-on-Solway to Carlisle 13.7 km
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday, 31 July 2025 – Thursday, 31 July 2025)
Penrith, England 36.8 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
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
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- When can I check in and check out of The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 11:30 a.m. – Anytime Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Wellington Inn and Caravan Park? From R437,75 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.