why camp in cumbria...

View towards Catbells

A pitch with a view

No other destination in the UK could offer you the iconic views from your pitch that you get in the Lake District

Spoilt for choice

There are so many different types of camping accommodation on offer, whether you want to camp, glamp, tour or hire a luxury lodge.

Having it all

Coast, mountains, valleys, lakes - this unique corner of England has them all so you can take your pick of fabulous locations.

A paradise for Nature lovers

With its huge variety of habitats Cumbria is incredibly rich in wildlife. Camping in Cumbria and the Lake District puts you close to nature in the heart of the great outdoors.

Go local

Cumbria is a rural county and by staying local, buying local and eating local you are supporting the local economy and helping to preserve this special landscape

Osprey in Cumbria

Adventure capital

If you're seeking outdoor adventure, no other region can offer such a variety in one place. From kayaking to climbing, sailing to cycling, whatever floats your boat you'll find it here.

Something for everyone

With a whole host of attractions offering outdoor adventure, culture, heritage, family fun, wildlife, food and drink you'll find an unbeatable variety of places to go and things to do.

Children on a farm gate

A green destination

Campsites across Cumbria and the Lake District are actively working to conserve the environment and encourage wildlife. By choosing to camp, you are choosing a more environmentally friendly type of holiday.

Rediscover your childhood

Camping seems to awaken the inner child in us all and what better place to indulge the nostalgia of summers gone by than the land of Swallows and Amazons.

Access all areas

Cumbria has excellent links by road and rail to other parts of the country, making it easy and convenient to get to.