Dog-friendly glamping near Ravenglass

A coastal village in Cumbria, Ravenglass serves as a gateway to incredible camping opportunities around Lake District National Park. Set at the estuary where the Esk, Mite, and Irt rivers converge, Ravenglass is a stone’s throw from outdoor adventures on the serene waters of Windermere and Wast Water, as well as the tranquil valleys of Eskdale and Buttermere. Visit for a couple of days with a stay at camping pitches or waterside glamping sites in Ravenglass, or head out into nature and camp in the wilderness. Cyclists flock to National Route 72, a coast-to-coast ride featuring the living history of Hadrian’s Wall, and avid hikers enjoy Cumbria Way, a long-distance walking path from Ulverston to Carlisle. With rugged coastlines and dramatic moorland, Ravenglass area camping promises to delight.

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Top-rated campgrounds

A coastal village in Cumbria, Ravenglass serves as a gateway to incredible camping opportunities around Lake District National Park. Set at the estuary where the Esk, Mite, and Irt rivers converge, Ravenglass is a stone’s throw from outdoor adventures on the serene waters of Windermere and Wast Water, as well as the tranquil valleys of Eskdale and Buttermere. Visit for a couple of days with a stay at camping pitches or waterside glamping sites in Ravenglass, or head out into nature and camp in the wilderness. Cyclists flock to National Route 72, a coast-to-coast ride featuring the living history of Hadrian’s Wall, and avid hikers enjoy Cumbria Way, a long-distance walking path from Ulverston to Carlisle. With rugged coastlines and dramatic moorland, Ravenglass area camping promises to delight.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Y Llew Bach Cottage

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136km from Ravenglass · 1 unit · Glamping · Gwytherin, Wales

Y Llew Bach is a our one bedroom 300 year old cottage ideal for couples and friends. The double bed is upstairs and we have a small double sofa bed for 1 adult or 2 children downstairs. Next door, open 4 nights a week is our quiet country pub The Lion Inn serving amazing homemade food and takeaway pizzas. Deep in the Welsh countryside situated on The Pilgrims Way, we offer spectacular views within easy reach of Snowdonia and the Welsh coast. Local attractions include Zip World, Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy, lots of castles and Beautiful beaches. We offer lots of home comforts, including a super comfy double bed with TV/DVD player on the mezzanine level where although there is restricted headroom, the view is definately worth it! Downstairs there is a small sofa bed and tea and coffee making facilities, fridge, microwave and toaster, plates and cutlery provided and ensuite shower room. Towels and bedding also provided. Easy to find, we have one parking space next to Y LLew Bach and plenty of space for another car opposite. We're surrounded by fields, sheep, cows and the odd pheasant and we're very dog friendly. Please note there are no shops in the village, though there is a little hut Y Cwt which stocks fresh eggs, milk, yogurts, ice cream and cakes and is just a short walk from thr cottage. The nearest small shop is 10 minutes away in the local town of Llanwrst offers a supermarket, take aways and cafes, a lovely river and even a swimming pool!

2. Hob Hey Hideaways

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122km from Ravenglass · 9 units · Glamping · Halifax, England

A relaxing West Yorkshire getaway with bell tents on sprawling moorland

3. wildwood quarry retreat

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124km from Ravenglass · 2 units · Glamping · Wales

Quiet semi rural location close to the ancient township of Caerwys and within walking distance of Offas Dyke Path and local hillforts . Easily accessible off the A541 Mold-Denbigh road , 7 mins from J31 on A55 . A short 20-25 minute drive to the beach resorts of Talacre , Rhyl , Abergele and Prestatyn. The historic towns of Denbigh and Mold are only a 15 minute drive away as is Holywell and Flint . An ideal base to relax and unwind or if you wish to park up for the duration there is plenty of local walks from our gate to lakes and nature reserves in the area. On site you will have ensuite facilities in our luxurious Quarry Wagons with a covered outdoor veranda deck and an outdoor bath tub to relax and unwind under the dark skies. You will also have your own campfire and picnic area right outside and parking is provided adjacent to your unit . We have a secluded private hillside woodland with further areas to explore without even leaving the site . We are brand new for 2024 and will have 2 units onsite this year and plans in place for another 2 soon . In total we will have 4 camping pitches with direct connection for water , electric and lpg gas for all your heating cooking and bathing needs

4. Renison's Farm

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69km from Ravenglass · 1 unit · Glamping · Penrith, Cumbria, North West England

Off-grid wagon glamping on a farm with views of Lake District fells

5. Copy House Hideaway

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98km from Ravenglass · 2 units · Glamping · Lancashire, North West England

Luxury shepherd's huts with wood-fired hot tubs and an adjoining log cabin for extra space

Stories from the community

Vitalija

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Copy House Hideaway

We loved our stay at Bracken Hut! Very clean and hospitable - we really felt that we were welcomed there. Also it was such a quiet place with an amazing views.

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Matt

June 2025

3 nights at wildwood quarry retreat

We stayed in the Oak cabin. Both cabins are pretty identical. Absolutely fantastic stay with an amazing location and stunning views. Unfortunately we didn't have the best weather but that was ok because we had all the facilities we needed to cook, clean and relax. Super easy access to nearby towns if wanting to venture off to find stuff to do. The outdoor bath was a really nice touch as well. Felt so relived and stress free not having to think about the daily grind for a few nights. Couldn't recommend Wildwood Quarry Retreat enough!! Thanks a lot Colin. :) Matt

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Juli

May 2025

With pets

1 night at Hob Hey Hideaways

Jo has worked hard to make this place one of the most beautiful and peaceful places that we've stayed at. Very clean with everything that you need. She's thought of everything that you may need and provided it. We will be looking at booking again when we can.

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Jode

January 2025

Weekend Trip to Y Llew Bach Cottage

Absolutely beautiful stay - has everything you need and then some! Beautiful views all round . Such a friendly and welcoming host. We would absolutely recommend trying some of the food in the pub - amazing ! The pub is very homely too. The cottage also had a vast variety of games and dvds to enjoy if you feel like being ‘unplugged’ , the host also provided a large folder of walks/hikes which you are allowed to take with you . Big bonus - DOG FRIENDLY! I could go on for ages about how much we enjoyed our stay .

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Wanderlusts Gypsy Caravans

54km from Ravenglass · 3 units · Glamping · Melmerby, England

Travelling from site to site in a bow-top gypsy caravan, through Cumbria's stunning scenery

Langley Dam Glamping

98km from Ravenglass · 5 units · Glamping · England

Nestled in the Tyne Valley, on our beef and sheep farm, at the edge of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Langley Dam Glamping provides high quality, en-suite accommodation in our unique glamping cabins. The six ‘Langley Longboat’ cabins are positioned on the bank of Langley Dam Reservoir, providing exceptional views over the 14 acres of water and towards Whitfield moor. Langley Dam itself is a commercial fly fishery and Troutmaster water. Visitors are welcome, and encouraged, to enjoy the fishing experience that the water provides (charges do apply, but residents have discounted fishing fees). We also have rowing boats that can be hired for fishing purposes. We have created some fantastic 3D showcases of the inside of the cabins. You can use these to get a better feel of how the cabins are laid out. We have created 3 showcases to reflect the 3 types of cabins we have. Humbleton is unique, then The Wonneys which is the same layout as The Rushy Lot, and Wheatleys which is the same as Blackcleugh and Bare Bones.

Herdie Hideaway

50km from Ravenglass · 2 units · Glamping · Scotland

Herdie hideaway is run by Charlotte and Alex and is nestled next to rolling hills of the the Lake District overlooking the Solway Firth, our shepherd’s hut offers a haven of tranquility. Lush woodlands surround the property, teeming with wildlife, creating a symphony of sights and sounds for nature enthusiasts. Here, on a working farm, you’ll find a quiet escape unlike any other. We hope you enjoy your stay in this beautiful part of the world which we hope you are able to switch off, unwind and have a relaxing time in this lovely secluded area.

Stanley Villa Farm Fishing& Camping

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68km from Ravenglass · 40 units · Glamping · Preston, Lancashire, North West England

Lakeside rural tranquility and the 'kiss-me-quick' fun of the seaside – you can have the best of both worlds at Stanley Villa Farm's cute camping pods

Star Hosts in Ravenglass

Ewe Love Camping Pods

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40km from Ravenglass · 3 units · Glamping · Penrith, Cumbria, North West England

Modern Lake District glamping pods among the trees, with exceptional views of Blencathra

Over-the-Moon Luxury Shepherds Hut

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144km from Ravenglass · 1 unit · Glamping · Ruthin, Wales

A shepherd’s hut on a smallholding in rural north Wales

King Garth

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69km from Ravenglass · 1 unit · Glamping · Carlisle, England

Built in 1733, King Garth is also known as The Old Customs House, reflecting its role in these fraught times of smuggling. Its strategic position on the banks of The Eden served as the perfect lookout for a bailiff employed by Carlisle Corporation to protect the very important salmon fishery. The plaques on the building which commemorate the visits by Mayors date back to the 1700s. These visits no doubt involved indulgent banquets centring around freshly caught salmon I grew up on the opposite side of the river. On family walks along the Eden I was always fascinated by the house on the other side sited in such an amazing position. In 2010, when I returned to Cumbria I was amazed to hear that this house was for sale. It was a ruin and everyone told me I was mad..... I probably was a little! But I soon realised that I wasn’t alone in my love of this house, everyone I met from the surrounding villages had a tale to tell about this iconic place. King Garth is for sharing - with locals, (we have an annual barbecue), with wildlife and with people like you. The aim when renovating King Garth was to celebrate and embrace its history. King Garth is off grid and has no running water. It is furnished in a style to reflect its history. It isn’t everyone’s ‘cup of tea’: you have to drive a mile down a muddy lane, there is no hot shower, no electric lighting, and a compost toilet. BUT we offer beautiful evenings of candle light, log burner, hot tub under the stars and bathing in the river. My priority with King Garth and the land attached was to manage in a way to protect the abundant wildlife. There are also alpacas who you can look after during your stay. You will be astounded by the din the birds make at dawn and dusk! Inside the house there is an owl box where one summer a pair of barn owls successfully raised chicks. Since then a kestrel frequents the box and has twice laid there. This part of the Eden is tidal so both estuarine and river species co exist. Kingfishers and otters are often spotted And even the occasional seal! Kinggarth comes with fishing rights and if you want to fish this can be arranged with the host. The bird feeders are frequented by tree sparrows, yellow hammers, wood peckers, nut hatches and in winter red poll.

Roseacre Retreat - Adult Only

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132km from Ravenglass · 4 units · Glamping · England

Adults only site. 4 luxury glamping pods in North Yorkshire. 3 pods with hot tub, 1 without

Camping at Cardewlees

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61km from Ravenglass · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Carlisle, England

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

Dog-friendly getaways

Renison's Farm

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69km from Ravenglass · 1 unit · Glamping · Penrith, Cumbria, North West England

Off-grid wagon glamping on a farm with views of Lake District fells

wildwood quarry retreat

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124km from Ravenglass · 2 units · Glamping · Wales

Quiet semi rural location close to the ancient township of Caerwys and within walking distance of Offas Dyke Path and local hillforts . Easily accessible off the A541 Mold-Denbigh road , 7 mins from J31 on A55 . A short 20-25 minute drive to the beach resorts of Talacre , Rhyl , Abergele and Prestatyn. The historic towns of Denbigh and Mold are only a 15 minute drive away as is Holywell and Flint . An ideal base to relax and unwind or if you wish to park up for the duration there is plenty of local walks from our gate to lakes and nature reserves in the area. On site you will have ensuite facilities in our luxurious Quarry Wagons with a covered outdoor veranda deck and an outdoor bath tub to relax and unwind under the dark skies. You will also have your own campfire and picnic area right outside and parking is provided adjacent to your unit . We have a secluded private hillside woodland with further areas to explore without even leaving the site . We are brand new for 2024 and will have 2 units onsite this year and plans in place for another 2 soon . In total we will have 4 camping pitches with direct connection for water , electric and lpg gas for all your heating cooking and bathing needs

Hob Hey Hideaways

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122km from Ravenglass · 9 units · Glamping · Halifax, England

A relaxing West Yorkshire getaway with bell tents on sprawling moorland

Copy House Hideaway

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98km from Ravenglass · 2 units · Glamping · Lancashire, North West England

Luxury shepherd's huts with wood-fired hot tubs and an adjoining log cabin for extra space

Y Llew Bach Cottage

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136km from Ravenglass · 1 unit · Glamping · Gwytherin, Wales

Y Llew Bach is a our one bedroom 300 year old cottage ideal for couples and friends. The double bed is upstairs and we have a small double sofa bed for 1 adult or 2 children downstairs. Next door, open 4 nights a week is our quiet country pub The Lion Inn serving amazing homemade food and takeaway pizzas. Deep in the Welsh countryside situated on The Pilgrims Way, we offer spectacular views within easy reach of Snowdonia and the Welsh coast. Local attractions include Zip World, Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy, lots of castles and Beautiful beaches. We offer lots of home comforts, including a super comfy double bed with TV/DVD player on the mezzanine level where although there is restricted headroom, the view is definately worth it! Downstairs there is a small sofa bed and tea and coffee making facilities, fridge, microwave and toaster, plates and cutlery provided and ensuite shower room. Towels and bedding also provided. Easy to find, we have one parking space next to Y LLew Bach and plenty of space for another car opposite. We're surrounded by fields, sheep, cows and the odd pheasant and we're very dog friendly. Please note there are no shops in the village, though there is a little hut Y Cwt which stocks fresh eggs, milk, yogurts, ice cream and cakes and is just a short walk from thr cottage. The nearest small shop is 10 minutes away in the local town of Llanwrst offers a supermarket, take aways and cafes, a lovely river and even a swimming pool!

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Dog-friendly glamping near Ravenglass guide

Where to go

Western Coast of Cumbria

The historic western coast of Cumbria, where Ravenglass stands, is a region that dates back to a time when ancient Romans guarded the area against barbarian invasion. Along with ruins of Roman baths and other historic landmarks, the area is dotted with camping sites along the beach and cliffs to inland valleys and fells. Coastal campsites can be found from St. Bees Head Heritage Coast, north of Ravenglass, and next to the pristine sands of Silecroft Beach, south of town. Enjoy waterfront views of the Irish Sea from caravan pitches along the coast, as well.

Eskdale

Just east of Ravenglass, the glacial valley of Eskdale is known for its rolling landscapes and dense woodlands. A beloved camping destination, Eskdale offers a quieter experience than the more central Lake District areas. Glamping pods and campsites with tent pitches offer easy access to popular hiking paths, including the route up to Scafell Pike, England’s highest mountain. Then, explore River Esk and Wast Water, visit HardKnott Roman Fort, built in the 2nde century, and bask in the glory of Stanley Ghyll Waterfall, set in a deep gorge.

Buttermere

A Lake District adventure calls for lakeside camping retreats. Crummock Water and Loweswater, along with Buttermere itself, promise a tranquil escape into a beautiful valley with verdant meadows and dramatic fells. Many farms in the area offer glamping pods and luxury yurts, giving campers comfortable access to canoeing and kayaking on Buttermere Lake. Fly fishing for brown trout, especially in the early morning during summer, is also especially popular here. Or go river fishing on River Cocker for another immersive experience.

When to go

Camping around Ravenglass is most comfortable from late spring to early autumn. Lake District weather is most pleasant in summertime, due to warmer temperatures, drier conditions, and longer daylight hours for hiking, cycling, and other outdoor activities. Summer is the peak season for trout fishing on the lakes, too. For a quieter experience with fewer people, consider camping during the shoulder months. Campers should note that rain can be in the forecast year-round.