The best campsites near Caerlaverock Castle, Scotland
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Top-rated campsites near Caerlaverock Castle
King Garth
1. King Garth
100%
(11)
33km from Caerlaverock Castle · 1 unit
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.
Pets
Campfires
Hot Tub
Troquhain Woods
2. Troquhain Woods
93%
(36)
37km from Caerlaverock Castle · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nearly wild camping for tents and campervans in a Scottish woodland
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
Howbeck Lodge
3. Howbeck Lodge
95%
(28)
42km from Caerlaverock Castle · 24 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A dog-friendly farm campsite on the northern edge of the Lake District
Pets
Showers
Water hookup
Cairn Meadow Pods
4. Cairn Meadow Pods
99%
(43)
51km from Caerlaverock Castle · 3 units
Glamping pods in Cumbria's secluded Eden Valley with views of the Pennines
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Potable water
Otter Moss Accommodation
5. Otter Moss Accommodation
100%
(12)
52km from Caerlaverock Castle · 4 units
Otter Moss Accommodation offers a variety of upscale camping options suitable for couples, families, and groups. Nestled within a picturesque 12-acre former farm, the majority of the site surrounds a spacious meadow. Additionally, the site boasts a charming small lake featuring three islands and a rowing boat for leisurely water activities.
Situated at the northern edge of the stunning Eden Valley, guests can enjoy sweeping views of the Cumbrian Fells, with visibility extending to the Solway Firth and the Lake District on clear days. The Lake District is a convenient 40-minute drive away, while various sections of Hadrian's Wall are even closer, reachable within a 15-minute drive. Carlisle and the M6 motorway to Scotland are both just 20 minutes away, with the picturesque market town of Brampton also within a 15-minute drive and offering its own attractions.
Local pubs are plentiful in the area, with a diverse selection available within a five-mile radius.
Accommodation units at Otter Moss come equipped with heating, kitchen utensils, and stoves, ensuring guests' comfort and convenience. Each unit also includes firepits or barbecues, as well as bedding and towels for a hassle-free stay.
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Ewe Love Camping Pods
6. Ewe Love Camping Pods
98%
(113)
52km from Caerlaverock Castle · 3 units
Modern Lake District glamping pods among the trees, with exceptional views of Blencathra
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Showers
Potable water
Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts
7. Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts
100%
(13)
52km from Caerlaverock Castle · 2 units
Two yurts with hot tubs in the Cumbrian countryside just a mile away from Hadrian’s Wall
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Showers
Campfires
Moss Side Farm Campsite
8. Moss Side Farm Campsite
94%
(134)
79km from Caerlaverock Castle · 25 units
Small-scale farm camping in the South Lakes, with campfires, wildlife and fine views
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Campfires
Showers
Hazel Mount Fellside
9. Hazel Mount Fellside
98%
(50)
80km from Caerlaverock Castle · 5 units
Nearly wild camping on the western edge of the Lake District overlooking the Duddon Estuary
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
Baystone Bank Farm Campsite
10. Baystone Bank Farm Campsite
96%
(156)
81km from Caerlaverock Castle · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Lake District camping on a working farm with a stream to splash in, campfires encouraged and a horse-riding centre on the doorstep
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Secluded Rural Farm Hideaway
11. Secluded Rural Farm Hideaway
100%
(14)
82km from Caerlaverock Castle · 7 units · Tents, Glamping
*PLEASE NOTE THE CABIN IS AVAILABLE FOR WEEKEND BOOKINGS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. CAMPING OPEN FROM 1st May to End August*
Cleghorn Farm is a mixed farm just north east of the market town of Lanark. Comprised of 250 acres of fields and woodland and bounded to the south by Mouse Water, it is a beautiful spot to get away from it all without having to leave it all behind if you don't want to. The fields are grazed and cultivated but the woodlands are much as they were at the end of the last ice age with spectacular walks along Cleghorn Glen with the chance to see badgers, bats, deer and all manner of birds among the towering pine and beech trees.
The Mouse Water (pronounced moose) tumbles down along the edge of the farm and has some glorious pools for swimming, shallows for paddling and some spectacular water falls before it joins the River Clyde, all a gentle walk from the sites.
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Campfires
Potable water
The Damson Shepherd's Hut
12. The Damson Shepherd's Hut
98%
(63)
82km from Caerlaverock Castle · 1 unit
A shepherd's hut for two in the lesser-known Lyth Valley, four miles from Lake Windermere
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Potable water
Church Lane Campsite
13. Church Lane Campsite
95%
(10)
82km from Caerlaverock Castle · 36 units
Time for a slice of the simple life? Grab a peaceful Lake District pitch at Church Lane Campsite and immerse yourselves in proper scenic countryside with few distractions. This back to basics site has life’s essentials in place – in the form of drinking water, toilets and showers – but hasn’t gone overboard with other facilities, so you’ll simply be left to set up your space and soak up the gorgeous views of the surrounding countryside. Pitches here are on grass with trees around the field to provide a bit of shelter and shade – and the views are pretty much green as far as you can see. This setting gives the place a remote atmosphere that’s well suited to adventurous travellers, nature lovers and serenity-seeking couples or families. That said, it’s not actually all that remote – handily, you’ll be able to drive to Kendal in about 10 minutes for cultural attractions, shops and places to eat, and popular Windermere is about the same distance in the other direction. Closer still are a smart rural restaurant and the little village of Crook, a mile away and the home of the local pub – both excellent options for a good feed.
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The Old Chapel Campsite
14. The Old Chapel Campsite
97%
(117)
83km from Caerlaverock Castle · 30 units
Nearly wild camping in the North Pennines
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Potable water
Stock Park Lakeside Camping
15. Stock Park Lakeside Camping
92%
(96)
85km from Caerlaverock Castle · 15 units
Lake District camping on the banks of Lake Windermere, with direct access to the water.
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Showers
Fairy Bell Wood
16. Fairy Bell Wood
100%
(12)
89km from Caerlaverock Castle · 1 unit
An off-grid yurt in a private woodland between the Lakes and the Dales
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
Beirhope Alpacas
17. Beirhope Alpacas
98%
(137)
91km from Caerlaverock Castle · 8 units
A small, off-grid campsite with alpacas in the historically rich southern Scottish borders
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The Black Swan
18. The Black Swan
100%
(27)
93km from Caerlaverock Castle · 3 units
Our three, brand new wood and canvas yurts are nestled in our private, woodland hotel garden beside the beautiful conservation (SSSI) river of Scandal Beck. Just a short drive from The Lake District, The Yorkshire and Durham Dales as well as The Scottish Border, we are perfectly located for you to explore.
The yurts themselves are individually decorated with full size furniture, electricity and double beds. The yurts are all located in the garden of The Black Swan Hotel, Ravenstonedale, a multi award-winning hotel, restaurant and bar; recipient of 2 AA Rosettes as well as AA pub of the year for England 2018/19. As part of your stay in our yurts you will receive a full cooked breakfast and buffet option included in the price for 2 people in our hotel restaurant. We like to think of ourselves as a cosy home from home with a relaxed dining atmosphere throughout. We are very dog friendly in the hotel, restaurant, bar and yurts so please bring your furry family members.
Our beautiful woodland is also home to red squirrels (which are seen daily), protected, freshwater crayfish in the river, an otter (seen very infrequently but the nemesis of our ducks), 6 Indian runner ducks, free range chickens and our two cockerels! (Dogs are very welcome but are to be kept on a lead whilst in the woodland itself).
We are very dog friendly and charge an additional fee of £15 for 1 dog/ £20 for 2 dogs for an additional cleaning fee and for some dog friendly goodies such as poop bags and treats. The price of this yurt is based on an occupancy of 2 people. Any other people who will be staying on the sofa bed will add a charge of £40 per person per night for breakfast and their stay.
All yurts come with electrical battery pack, chargeable lanterns, tea/coffee, homemade biscuits, log burning stoves, towels, full breakfast included from the hotel, an outdoor seating area and access to our outdoor toasty warm woodland shower as well as our very cute, wooden toilet cabin. Hairdryers are available in the hotel for your use.
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Puddlemire
19. Puddlemire
98%
(58)
100km from Caerlaverock Castle · 21 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping in countryside between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales
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Hill Top Huts
20. Hill Top Huts
97%
(121)
105km from Caerlaverock Castle · 12 units
Scenic, simple glamping pods set beside a welcoming Pennines pub
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Wifi
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Sally
12 hours ago
Tent
Firstly let me start by saying Ted ( the owner ) is one of the most genuine, kind hearted people I’ve met in a long time ! He is incredibly friendly and really welcoming. From the minute me and my partner got to his site, we were greeted by himself and his pup ( maggy ) who came over and gave us plenty of attention !!
The overall location is perfect if you are wanting a little getaway. The little stream that runs near by the trees was extremely relaxing. Little to none midgies so you can comfortably stay outside of your tent until later hours.
We were invited in to Teds for a little brew and to meet some more of his dogs ! We certainly will be looking to come again that’s for sure ! Thank you so much Ted !
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Leon
5 days ago
Weekend Trip to Otter Moss Accommodation
Really enjoyed our stay - the land is beautiful and the facilities were great. Would love to return one day!
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George
1 week ago
2 nights at Otter Moss Accommodation
We had such a lovely time staying in the cabin at Otter Moss for my boyfriend’s birthday weekend. It was the perfect getaway. It’s a really rustic and cozy spot, and the countryside around it is just beautiful. We had so much fun taking the rowboat out on the pond, and we even got to meet the two wild red deer that live on the land. They’re a mother and daughter, and they were so curious and friendly, which made the stay even more special. The hosts were also amazing. We were having a nightmare with transport, but they went out of their way to pick us up and drop us off, which helped us out so much. We’re so grateful for their hospitality and for helping us have such a great birthday weekend. Definitely recommend staying here if you want a nice, quiet break.
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Niam
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Ted was a fantastic host and greeted us upon arrival. He made us feel very welcome and told us the best local hot spots. I'll definitely be back!
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Jamie
2 weeks ago
Tent
Myself and my partner stayed at the sight for 3 nights and the view of the lake from pur pitch was beautiful. And i think if we had parked anywhere it would have just been as good. Was busy on the saturday with other people but we stayed sunday night also when the sight was much quieter no issues at all either night. Tom was great we came straight after work on the friday meaning we got their quite late but told him in advance and was no issues! He even charged up our portable battery pack for us and was always to hand at a text message away. Shower and toilet facilities were just what you expected also and was a nice surprise to find hot showers! Also we loved how we could have our own fire, but saw plenty of other people buying the bags of logs provided and renting the firepits which was a nice touch! Would and will definitely be booking to come again!
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Rachel
3 weeks ago
With kids
Such a lovely little pod, clean and easy accessed facilities, the lake is incredibly beautiful with a little boat & paddles, wonderful views and an all-round 5 star stay, highly recommend and we will definitely be back ❤️
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Matthew
3 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
Was a perfect campsite. Couldn't have been more accommodating and friendly to us. Brilliant facilities and campsite. Many thanks to the team at the campsite for helping make the trip to the lake district amazing.
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Kaye
June 2026
4 nights at The Damson Shepherd's Hut
We stayed here for 4 nights and it was absolutely perfect, exactly what we were hoping for......just to be able to relax, read and take in the peaceful surroundings.
The site was beautiful and the shepherds hut was very well equipped, clean and cosy.
Jo was a fantastic host, checking us in supplying umbrellas due to the rain!. She was not in anyway intrusive but available if we needed anything.
If you are looking as we were for a break in a secluded area this is the place for you. Although the roads to the site are small and in some cases singal track, we were not put off by this, it added to the seclusion we were looking for. Just sheep for company!
Thank you Jo for a lovely stay, we 100% recommend Gilpin Mill's shepherds hut and will definitely be returning for a longer stay next time.
Kaye & Michael x
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Szymon
May 2026
Tent
With kids
Beautiful land, by the Windermere, relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
One camper have been creating some disturbance, but the owner took action and everything was sorted.
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Shannon
May 2026
Weekend Trip to Ewe Love Camping Pods
Cosy, quiet pod in a great location with everything you need for a nice trip away.
Bathroom is small but manageable for a few days away. Views and location make up for this.
Would definitely stay again.
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Norman
May 2026
4 m rooftop tent
My wife and I spent 5 nights here in our roof top tent with a second tent to sit and cook in. We are totally self sufficient carrying all our own food, water and toilet facilities. We were the only ones camping there, and it was so peaceful and quiet, with just the sound of birds singing and owls twittering. Malcolm was incredibly friendly and checked to see we were ok and made sure we had plenty of wood for huge camp fires. We were completely surrounded by trees and even though the main road was not far away we could not hear any traffic noise. It was the rise of the midge season and local pharmacies sold sprays and lotions that contain 50% diet which came in handy. If you want safe wild camping then this is the place to stay. Will go back.
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Kathryn
May 2026
Weekend Trip to Ewe Love Camping Pods
Recently home after our second stay at Ewe Love Camping pods. Lovely location, beautiful view, quiet location, beautifully maintained pods with everything you need. Easy to book and host is great! Thankyou so much!
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Zara
May 2026
Tent
Amazing facilities, very warm welcome from hosts. The pitches were spaced out well, and it was a very peaceful area.
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Hannah
May 2026
Tent
We loved camping here, highly recommend!!
Close enough to North Pennines and the Lakes, and Ted had fire pits and wood available - great stay
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Stuart
May 2026
Tent
With kids
Just got home from a lovely weekend away camp site is spot on
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Stuart
May 2026
Tent
With kids
Nice place to camp my salf and family and the kids nice and peaceful no nose not far from Appleby we had a camp fire a night and I will book there again
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Angus
May 2026
Tent
With pets
Ted was a kind, friendly host and the campsite was wonderful. Only issue was having just one toilet but it’s not really a big deal as we’re used to wild camping, just one more would be great though. Absolutely beautiful scenery, a nice quiet site with a stunning view. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely visit again :)
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Lois
May 2026
Tent
We had the most amazing 3 nights staying at Ted's campsite! The views were incredible, we went to bed and woke up every morning surrounded by fells. We rented a fire pit from Ted which was great and kept us warm into the evening. We walked to a lovely pub Dufton and did some lovely walks right from our tent. Meeting Ted was by far the highlight of our trip. He was so helpful and generous. We hitchhiked from Newcastle so were without a car and Ted offered us a lift around the area many times! He even took us to a chocolate factory - his generosity and kindness was so wonderful and greatly appreciated! If you want a camp that makes you feel like you are wilding camping with amazing views and an even more amazing host then this is the place! Thanks Ted you make our trip :)
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julia
May 2026
Tent
A spacious site so didn't feel crowded even on a sunny bank holiday weekend. Simple facilities but kept clean. Recommended.
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Natalie
May 2026
Tent
Beautiful small, quiet campsite, set in picturesque countryside. Perfect for families or couples looking to unwind. The communal shower and toilet facilities are modern, well maintained and clean. You can charge your phone's and power banks up in the facilities building too. There is a cafe on site too.
The friendly campsite warden was particularly helpful. We only stayed one night on this occasion but we'll probably use this site for longer stays in the future
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