Luxury Caravan Parks Near Pooley Bridge, Cumbria

Nestled in Cumbria’s Lake District National Park is the charming waterside village of Pooley Bridge. After taking in the traditional stone buildings, shops, cafes, and pubs in town, campers can explore nearby nature with a leisurely stroll along Ullswater Lake. On a warm day, campers can boat, canoe, and kayak on the serene waters, as well. Walk through ancient trees and enjoy the impressive cascades of the Aira Force waterfall nestled between beautiful woodlands. Or travel to the nearby village of Glenridding, where activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and sailing abound. Pitch a tent near the village, park the caravan in a holiday park under the night sky, or rest in style in private glamping pods nestled in the surrounding nature of Pooley Bridge.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Nestled in Cumbria’s Lake District National Park is the charming waterside village of Pooley Bridge. After taking in the traditional stone buildings, shops, cafes, and pubs in town, campers can explore nearby nature with a leisurely stroll along Ullswater Lake. On a warm day, campers can boat, canoe, and kayak on the serene waters, as well. Walk through ancient trees and enjoy the impressive cascades of the Aira Force waterfall nestled between beautiful woodlands. Or travel to the nearby village of Glenridding, where activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and sailing abound. Pitch a tent near the village, park the caravan in a holiday park under the night sky, or rest in style in private glamping pods nestled in the surrounding nature of Pooley Bridge.

96% (110)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

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49km from Pooley Bridge · 47 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Millom, England

Lake District camping on a working farm with a stream to splash in, campfires encouraged and a horse-riding centre on the doorstep

2. Stretton House Campsite

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144km from Pooley Bridge · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England

If you like the sound of having farm shops and ice cream farms nearby, as well as access to lots of walking and cycling trails, Stretton House Campsite should be a fine pick for you. It has a strict no noise policy after 10pm, meaning that you should get a peaceful night's sleep too. This site is in the grounds of the 400-year-old Stretton House surrounded by the Cheshire countryside with handy transport links nearby and outdoor activities in no short supply… that includes things like alpaca walking, golf or Manley Mere’s watersports haven (a 20-minute drive away for the latter). You’ll have your pick of two fields, both with car parking by the pitch free of charge and dogs allowed. The facilities include separate male and female toilet blocks, pay per use shower block, mobile phone charging facilities, free wifi and chemical toilet disposal and a drinking water standpipe. You’ll have permission to start up a barbecue or firepit too (subject to the correct safety measures). When you’re ready to get going, the friendly owners will be willing to help out however they can and suggest possible days out, which may include fishing or walking at Pickmere Lake (10 minutes’ drive), visiting an ice cream farm (within 10 minutes’ drive of the site) or going to the local golf course (five minutes’ drive). For food, there’s a farm shop just two minutes’ walk away from the site where you’ll be able to get your hands on local produce. Pubs aren’t far away either – there is one pub five minutes' walk away, and another 15 minutes' walk away. Festival goers are very welcome, and the Creamfields Festival site is five minutes’ drive away. Please respect the quiet hours (no noise is permitted after 10pm) and environment, as the owners' home is on the grounds (and stick to the field's facilities only). No waste accepted onsite. All rubbish must be taken home at the end of your stay.

3. Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping

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95km from Pooley Bridge · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Pateley Bridge, North Yorkshire, North East England

Camping in Nidderdale with excellent facilities, dogs and campfires welcome, and views over Thruscross Reservoir.

4. Camping at Cardewlees

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29km from Pooley Bridge · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Carlisle, England

A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall

5. Moss Rose Campsite

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79km from Pooley Bridge · 28 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Pilling, Preston, England

We have a family friendly Quiet campsite in the heart of Lancashire on our family run farm. Our site is situated in a species rich meadow field with large mown Pitches surrounded by wild flowers and meandering pathways linking the site together. We are surrounded by a young trees & woodland with the back drop of the Pennines. We offer both glamping and traditional non EHU camping on our site, with lovely hot showers, clean toilet facilities, fresh water point, pot wash area, phone charger lockers, communal freezers, elsan disposal point, microwave, coffee/hot chocolate machine, and our little honesty shack with all little camping essentials to might need whilst staying with us. We also hire out picnic benches and fire pits to help enhance your camping experience. We have a lovely little woodland walk, with a meandering mown path, that winds through our woodland/conservation area. Perfect to walk your dog, and let your kids explore. Adjoining the campsite, we have a padock with super frindly sheep that love to say hello. We sell little bags of sheep feed, just incase you'd like to give them a little treat. In the middle of the site, we have a little tots play area, perfect for keeping you're small kids entertained. We are a Quiet family site, with a Reduced Noise policy from 9 pm, and Quiet Time from 10 pm to 8.30 am. Latest check in time is 8PM, unless prearranged with the campsite. Our site has close links to the A6 and m6 J33. We are only 13 miles from the Historic city of Lancaster, the Bright lights of Blackpool and the jubilee city of Preston. 4 miles from the first fair trade market town of Garstang and 45 mins into the Lake District. There is also lots of interesting activities to do locally.

6. High Farm Holiday Park Ltd

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68km from Pooley Bridge · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Toft Hill, England

How about a camping break with spectacular Durham Dales views? High Farm Holiday Park might well be the spot for you, a scenic, family- and dog-friendly glamping/ touring site. Restoring and recycling vintage items is a passion of ours and may examples of this can be found throughout the site including our showstopping /repurposed Railway Wagons – each one found around the local area and completely refurbished into cute and cosy mini lodges decked out with stylish wooden interiors. Set in the County Durham countryside on a family-run former dairy farm, the site also features developing woodland and wetlands with loads of amazing wildlife, and mown walkways for you to explore your surroundings. An on-site café, shop and board game library are also all available for your use. Open all year, the site is close to the market town of Bishop Auckland (10 minutes’ drive), with its wide range of shops, restaurants and pubs, as well as the woodland walks and art trails in Hamsterley Forest.

Stories from the community

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peter

October 2025

6 m Class A

Weekend Trip to Stretton House Campsite

Despite storm Amy, we had a decent stay. Although not needed, the Facilities were very good. Toilet blocks, shower block & chemical toilet waste disposal too. Paul was helpful when called upon for directions and a mini rescue due to downpour.

Richard

August 2025

4 m pop-up camper

With pets

2 nights at Moss Rose Campsite

Absolutely tranquil and family friendly site, second only to the amazing family run operation, which was so welcoming. Both John and Joe were interested in making our stay as comfortable as possible without being overbearing. They care for their site and their customers. We will definitely return like the many repeat customers they entertain, proving that they have got their product just right. Thanks again

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Mark

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

Stayed for a couple of nights and had a great time, good facilities and one of the few campsites open to letting people enjoy a sensible camp fire. Staff were all friendly and helpful too

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Leanne

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Stretton House Campsite

We loved staying on Paul’s land it was so much fun our kids loved toasting marshmallows over the open fire and if you don’t have one Paul has a online shop we’re u can buy everything and give in 10 mins and go and pick up the good thing is from ten it’s quite so u can get some rest Thank you Paul for a lovely stay defo book again

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Stephen

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Camping at Cardewlees

Exactly as advertised. Beautiful views, clear skies to see the stars, nice walk to the pub and a friendly cat for good measure! 100% recommend

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Phil

August 2025

5 m Class B

With kids

Weekend Trip to Stretton House Campsite

Great set up, can’t fault it. Showers and toilets are clean. Field is spotless. Great little dog play area and a big teepee full of hay for the kids to play

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Gemma

August 2025

6 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Breaks Fold Farm Glamping & Camping

A very warm welcome and clean facilities. Good walking nearby

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Jennifer

August 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

Really nice campsite with good facilities. It was quite busy but it wasn't too noisy. Staff were friendly. I was on a hardstanding pitch and my only gripe was, the grass that we had allocated for the pitch wasn't really quite wide enough to secure my awning as well as I would have liked. The awning just about fit on. We had some sandwiches made by the guy in the cafe to take on our walk which were good. Lacking veggie options though.

Natalie

August 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

I can not recommend Baystone enough. THE VIEWS ARE AMAZING! I was not expecting them from the pictures shown by stunning the wash facilties are clean and maintained access to onsite fridge and freezer. Good pitch sizes with fire pit. I will be back as soon as possible. Camp warden was lovely super friendly. I explained my dog prefers space and she was more willing to accommodate. The on lead rule is followed by all guests which was a reason I picked the sight. There is alot of live stock so your dog does need to be okay with horses and sheep around. Noise levels were quiet by 10pm every night. Cafe on site was lovely and have a small shop with some goodies avaliable (tecos 8 min drive away) beautiful beaches, peaks near by. I loved it

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niunia24stg

August 2025

Tent

With pets

4 nights at Moss Rose Campsite

We loved camping at Moss Rose Campsite. It was everything we needed and more. We've camped at Doyles Dell, enclosed pitch, as we were traveling with our dog. Plenty of space on the pitch, nice warm shower, washing up station, drinking water. Picnic benches and fire pits available to rent. Wood also available for a small fee. We were greeted by Joe, who was very friendly and helpful. Made us feel very welcomed. We will definitely go back 😊

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Ellen

August 2025

Tent

With kids

5 nights at Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

Really lovely place! Very peaceful vibe and the babbling brook was a calming companion. Enjoyed the fires and the hot showers too 💚

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Emma

July 2025

5 m Class B

With pets

1 night at Moss Rose Campsite

Lovely spot. very peaceful. Moss Rose team very friendly and welcoming. And feels like a responsible positive business they are developing, with bags of youthful enthusiasm and great environmental-impact philosophy. Washing/showers could do with an update as the business develops hopefully that can be improved a little.

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Jeannie

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Stretton House Campsite

Excellent host, lovely place. There are showers, the website needs updating. I am most definitely going back. Would recommend a visit 👌

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George

July 2025

4 m Class B

3 nights at Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

One of the best campsites we've been to! Was our first time using a campervan and it was perfect here - everything dead easy. Lovely clean showers and toilets, amazing views, beautiful stream running through it, chilled vibes and top staff - big shout to Emma & Danny who were great hosts :)

Michelle

July 2025

4 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Camping at Cardewlees

Loved the getaway in the campervan for couple days , back to nature with stunning views. Such a beautiful quiet place on a lovely farm surrounded by livestock. Great wee chippy in Dalton and co-op right next to it plus wee cafes aswell n butchers. Only thing was having to take own loo roll into bathroom even after the cleaner had been n not restocked. Would deffo come back and maybe stay in the pods for a change.

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Sumit

June 2025

5 m car

Group trip

1 night at Moss Rose Campsite

Nice and peaceful environment, well managed, , friendly owner , road is quiet narrow and doesn’t matter if want to feel countryside’s

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Steven

June 2025

Tent

2 nights at Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

Beautiful setting next to the stream. Nice clean facilities. Enjoyed the on-site cafe for breakfast.

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Tracy

June 2025

4 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Moss Rose Campsite

Plenty of room in-between pitches. Lovely host. Facilities really clean. Lovely views

Emily

May 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

The site was a wonderful surprise; everyone was so friendly & helpful! We’ll definitely be going for a return visit ❤️💕

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Karen

May 2025

4 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Camping at Cardewlees

Great natural site with lovely views and sheep and cattle to keep you company (on other side of fence). Quiet and easy to walk into village. Helpful host and facilities as described. Definitely return.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Luxury caravan parks near Pooley Bridge guide

Where to go

Ullswater Lake

Eight minutes away from Pooley Bridge sits Lake Ullswater. Campers can rent rowing boats, kayaks, and canoes, or even take a leisurely cruise on one of the traditional steamers that operate on the lake. Anglers may want to cast their lines from the shore for a day of fishing for species like brown trout, pike, perch, and roach. Or hike The Ullswater Way, a 20-mile circular walking route that takes you around the lake, passing through woodlands, charming villages, and along the lakeshore. Caravan campers can park lakeside in one of the on-site camping parks that offer electric hookups, showers, and laundry facilities. Or set up in nearby tent pitches for a tranquil experience with basic facilities.

Aira Force

Situated in the Lake District, Aira Force is a majestic 20-metre waterfall. Campers can hike the Aira Force Circular Walk to marvel at the beauty of the waterfall from different angles. Find designated picnic areas to relax and enjoy a packed lunch amidst the sound of the water. Keep an eye out for a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers and nuthatches. Campers can combine their visit with walks to other nearby attractions, such as Gowbarrow Fell or the Ullswater shoreline, via the connecting trails. Then, return to a nearby campsite for tents, campervans, or motorhomes.

Glenridding

Just a short drive out of Pooley Bridge sits the charming village of Glenridding, offering campers stunning views of the fells and access to Ullswater Lake. Campers can engage in activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing, or mountain biking along picturesque trails, including the challenging ascent of Helvellyn. Area campsites provide convenient bases with beautiful surroundings and amenities like shower and toilet facilities, electric hookups, and laundry facilities.

When to go

Spring weather in Pooley Bridge tends to be mild, with occasional showers and increasing daylight hours. Summer brings warmer temperatures, averaging around 19°C. Autumn offers cooler temperatures and colourful foliage, but rain becomes more frequent. Winter is the off-season for camping, characterised by colder temperatures around 6°C, shorter daylight hours, and the possibility of snowfall.