Coalbeck Caravan Park

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Pitches are hard standing.
Plots are equipped with electricity hook ups
Pitches at the end of the park
Electric hookups for each pitch
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Visitor image of pitches on site
Pitches are hard standing.
Plots are equipped with electricity hook ups

  • Quiet and secluded site with spectacular views of the Lake District
  • Five-minute drive from Bassenthwaite Lake; 15 to Keswick, Cockermouth
  • Spa next door; five minutes' walk to the Lake District Wildlife Park
Could trips to Cumbria get any more spectacular than at this serene site…? Answers on a postcard please to Coalbeck Caravan Park… in a central setting for touring the Lake District and nearby coastline, this haven has views of the region’s woods, fields and hills from its spacious grounds. Getting you to linger a little longer before heading out for explores, the spacious pitches at Coalbeck Caravan Park are prime for spotting creatures like rare red squirrels among the pretty planters, and are a suntrap when the rays come out too. But if rain’s threatening? A spa next door to the site means you can book in for a treatment (or three…?). Back outdoors, the site’s a five-minute drive from Bassenthwaite Lake – one of the only bodies of water in the region with no settlements around it – so it’s got a peaceful vibe yet is close enough to many of the main sights in the northern part of the lakes. Case in point: it’s around a 15-minute drive to historic towns like Keswick and Cockermouth and about a half an hour to the coast. If you’re looking for leisure without having to get behind the wheel, Lake District Wildlife Park’s 24 acres of land home to more than 100 animals is a five-minute walk away. You’ll also need to ditch the car to visit The Lakes Distillery: this artisan gin, whisky and vodka producing place a 25-minute stroll from the park has tastings, tours and a small shop where you can wander off with some of its wares.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 5
Open now
Opens 31 March
Please note
  • 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. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Languages spoken

English

Open from Mon, 31 Mar to

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Reviews

9.7

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98% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

A gem of a campsite! Clean, friendly, and peaceful with brilliant owners (Sid gets a shout-out). Loved the private loos. Spotless facilities, great showers. Perfect for exploring the Lakes. Some found the single shower/sink a bit limiting, but with few pitches, it's not a biggie. Highly recommended, with many planning to return.

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Rachael H.

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Liked Had a lovely two nights here! Sid was incredibly helpful and even checked in to make sure everything was okay. Lovely, quiet spot and a great location for Bassenthwaite Lake! Facilities were clean and ideal for what we needed. Would definitely stay again!

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Louise H.

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Liked What a little Gem of a place. Beautiful surroundings, nice dog trails, easy access to Bassenthwaite Lake and a bus stop nearby for Keswick.. highly recommended. Thanks Sid x Will be back again.

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Great little site. I would happily use it again if I was in the area.

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David B.

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Liked Nice quiet campsite with our own facilities.

Disliked Nothing.

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Anonymous

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Liked Received warm and friendly welcome from Sid with directions to site facilities and walk areas for our dog. Site and facilities were immaculate. Will definitely be back.

Disliked Absolutely nothing to dislike

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Great small site near Bassenthwaite Lake

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Natalie R.

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Liked Quiet small friendly site with good facilities and big pitches for a motorhome. Perfectly located for Bassenthwaite Lake and the Lakes Distillery. Two pubs within walking distance, one on a holiday park and one back up on the main road. Highly recommended.

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Sam W.

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Liked Very friendly welcome and lovely peaceful site. Facilities were clean and spacious and there was plenty of space on the hardstanding for our vehicle, awning and outdoor furniture. Ideal if you're looking for a peaceful yet spacious site.

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Anonymous

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Liked what a lovely small site. well maintained, sid is lovely. allocated toilet per plot - that was good. shower room, local zoo to the side, amazing views, and very clean

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AMAZING ALL ROUNDER.

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adam b.

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Liked Absolutely loved our stay here!! 4 nights of lovley people and blissful surroundings with beautiful scenery an easy middle Base to access other parts of the lake district..
Toilets and showers were immaculate with your own assigned to your pitch.. owners were friendly and kind and extreamly helpful thansk for the sausage recomendation 👌and amazing to wake up to the sounds of the wildlife park next door and the amaizing dawn chorus and local wildlife popping to see you regularly.

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Chloe L.

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Liked We thoroughly enjoyed our 1 night stay at Coalbeck. Upon arrival we were warmly greeted by Sid who could not be more accommodating throughout our entire stay.

All the facilities were great, clean and well maintained with everything you need. The location was great for us, especially with having 2 dogs.

An added bonus of having your own toilet cubicle throughout your stay.

Thank you for having us and we will be returning!

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Well maintained quiet site with a friendly manager

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Anonymous

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Liked Small and quiet. Very well maintained and super welcome from Sid (the site manager). Very dog friendly

Disliked Nothing

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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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Coalbeck Caravan Park

Basenthwaite

Keswick

Cumbria

England

CA12 4RD

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.68341°N
3.22997°W

Nearest transport

Coach
9.2 km Gallowbarrow
9.2 km Fairfield Junior School
10.7 km Bus Station
Rail
10.7 km Aspatria Rail Station
16.8 km Wigton Rail Station
17.3 km Maryport Rail Station
Ferry
10.9 km Nichol End (Derwentwater) Ferry Landing
11.4 km Keswick Ferry Landing
12.2 km Hawes End Derwentwater Ferry Landing

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

For ambles around art galleries and wanders in Wordsworth House and Garden, Keswick is eight miles away. Cockermouth, on the other hand, about the same distance to the south east, is just the place for meandering through medieval and Georgian alleyways under castle walls. Or for classic Lake District outdoorsy options instead, Derwentwater's walking and cycling circuit (set aside about half a day to complete if strolling) takes half an hour to reach in the car. To break up traipsing around the tarns inland, Solway Coast Area of Natural Beauty is 40 minutes by car, while underground explores at Honister Slate Mine in Borrowdale are 45 minutes away. If you fancy staying above ground and sauntering southwards, Lake Ullswater steamer cruises are also 45 minutes from the park and Lake Windermere is the place to waterski (an hour and five minutes away from Coalbeck Caravan Park). To scale one of the region’s highest peaks, Scafell Pike takes an hour and 15 minutes to reach.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Allonby 16.2 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Southerness 31.9 km Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
St Bees 32.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seascale 36.1 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Sandyhills 38.4 km Sea N/AN/APoorPoor

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 5.2 km

Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 8.8 km

Castlerigg Stone Circle 12.3 km

Ullswater Steamers 24.1 km

Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 27.2 km

National Trust

Wordsworth House and Garden 9.2 km

Buttermere and Ennerdale 25.8 km

Wasdale, Eskdale and Duddon 29.9 km

Grasmere and Great Langdale 30.4 km

Coniston and Tarn Hows 36.1 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Ullock Pike - Longside Edge - Skiddaw 4.2 km

Bassenthwaite Osprey Walk 5.3 km

Dodd Wood under Ullock Pike 5.3 km

Cockermouth - River Cocker 8.7 km

Braithwaite, Stair and Newlands Beck 9.3 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Coalbeck Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Coalbeck Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Coalbeck Caravan Park? For ambles around art galleries and wanders in Wordsworth House and Garden, Keswick is eight miles away. Cockermouth, on the other hand, about the same distance to the south east, is just … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Coalbeck Caravan Park?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Coalbeck Caravan Park? From R834,42 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.