The Barn Campsite
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- Quiet, peaceful rural site with stunning views over Eskdale Valley
- A 10-minute drive to Wast Water; 25 minutes to Scafell Pike
- Pick your own pitch; pub 10 minutes' walk away
Site type
20
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, 01 Mar to
Reviews
Overall rating from 277 Pitchup.com customers 
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99% would recommend this site to a friend
98% would stay here again
Good
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Location and host
Disliked Busyness
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Great location and amenities on site. The bloke that works there is a…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great location and amenities on site.
The bloke that works there is a top man.
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Fantastic, clean, well kept campsite with a great range of facilities. Jonnty…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Fantastic, clean, well kept campsite with a great range of facilities. Jonnty is a friendly, approachable and extremely helpful host! Would book again. Thank you for having us.
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Good atmosphere, friendly owner, calm and quiet. Really worth the money……
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Good atmosphere, friendly owner, calm and quiet. Really worth the money…
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A great place for all campers
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked The location of the campsite was great for us as we wanted to hike Scafell Pike. We enjoyed the facilities and especially the charging box that we could use to charge all our devices. The host was really nice. We liked that you could use a variety of fire pits available on site, and borrow chairs from the kitchen.
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Great place to stay!!
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Warm welcome by the owner and explain where are all facilities s clean Grass unlimited space and great views on mountains. All what U need when camping. I will be back again.
Disliked Weather ;p
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Stunning views in all directions. The owner was super friendly and very helpful…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Stunning views in all directions.
The owner was super friendly and very helpful
Will definitely be coming back
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Everything was great. Can’t complain at all. Really really impressed.…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Everything was great. Can’t complain at all. Really really impressed.
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Just fab!
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Jonty was an absolute icon, so helpful and friendly, even offered us spare duvets and blankets when we realised we’d packed the single blow up mattress instead of the double 🤦♀️
Close to Wasdale head, fantastic views, brilliant pub down the road (try the ribs haha). Good facilities, lots of washrooms and showers. Loads of space and a really great vibe! Quiet after 10pm which is perfect for us and all other campers respectful. Really a brilliant campsite! We will be back for sure, thank you Jonty!
Disliked Nothing, all better than I could ask for.
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A site that exceeded all expectations and went above and beyond
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked The facilities were beyond what we expected as a group, warm showers, free WiFi, spare chairs, and all the privacy in the world. Feels like a real hidden gem spot. Barely a walk to the nearest pub, and the grounds are clean, spacious, and accommodating. Host of the campsite a lovely fellow as well, gave great recommendations and was incredibly friendly to everyone.
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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
Budget/backpacker Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
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 Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
The Barn Campsite
Sleathwaite
Irton
Holmrook
Cumbria
England
CA19 1TD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.38899°N
3.35219°W
Route directions
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seascale | 8.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Silecroft | 18.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| St Bees | 20 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Haverigg | 22.6 km | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Walney West Shore | 30.3 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway 5.2 km
Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum 22.8 km
Beatrix Potter Gallery 22.8 km
Rydal Mount and Gardens 24.7 km
Hill Top 25 km
National Trust
Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 3.9 km
Gondola' 18.6 km
Buttermere and Ennerdale 18.8 km
Coniston and Tarn Hows 19.3 km
Grasmere and Great Langdale 22 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Eskdale Green - Muncaster Fell - Muncaster Head - Eskdale Green 1.8 km
MUNCASTER CASTLE 4.4 km
High Gillerthwaite - Red Pike Ridge Traverse - High Gillerthwaite 14.1 km
Seathwaite - Scafell Pike - Seathwaite 16.4 km
The Gables from Honister Pass 16.7 km
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday, 31 July 2025 – Thursday, 31 July 2025)
Penrith, England 47.6 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 Barn Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Barn Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Barn Campsite? Get set to see some of the Lake District’s most famed sights on outings from The Barn – it will take you about 10 minutes to drive to Wast Water, 20 minutes … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Barn Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at The Barn Campsite? From R708,34 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.