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May 2005 We have just returned from the bank holiday weekend stay at High Laning and thought it was fabulous. Margaret was very friendly despite some of the comments I had read before our visit.
The toilets and showers were being cleaned constantly. We had some great walks and sampled all of dents cafes and pubs and thouroughly enjoyed them all. We couldn,t have asked for a better view, and being within walking distance of all the village has to offer we couldn't have been in a better location.
April 2005 Just come back from UKCS meet at this site and had an excellent time.
We camped on the bottom field which was lovely and peaceful. The only problem that this field only had a toilet block and no showers. The field on the other side of the road had a shower block, it was more of a pain than a big problem though.
Dent is a fantastic little village with a couple of good pubs and a few little tea rooms. The surrounding scenery is excellent.
The site has a farm shop selling everything you need and the village also has a small grocery shop and post office.
Overall this site is excellent and the only improvment I could ask for would be a shower in toilets in the bottom field.
I would highly recommend this site and am planning a return trip for the summer.
April 2005 Visited this site for a meet,What a lovely stunning location.there's a lovely riverside walk from the site. We were on the field opposite the main site which I thought had the best views. The farm house sold fresh farm produce and a few groceries and also had information leaflets, the owners were also willing to give you any information on local attractions. It is located Just on the edge of Dent village wish is a plesure to stroll round and there is plenty of walks for the more adventures ramblers.We paid a visit a cafe at the top of the village Rise Hill Kitchen had homemade soup,icecream and cakes, highly recommend it.
The Toilet Block on our field was quite new and kept very clean. I just felt they would be even better with something to screen the mens urinal from the open door and washing up area. As we were blessed with super weather the door was always wide open. Maybe some type of doormat at the entrance so as not to trail the wet grass in. A super site and can't wait to go again.
August 2004 We arived at High Laning after a long journey from Reading, it was wet and windy and only a few tents scattered around the big field. My first impression was is this the right place, but after we pitched the tent and settled in it turned out to be the best site we had stayed in. Dent is a lovely little place, we ended up staying for a fortnight. Margaret was frendly and helpful but stay on the right side of her. The site was quiet and staff helpful, showers and toilets very clean. We had a great view of the surrounding hills, will return.
July 2004 Visited this site for one night 24th July with our two children (3) and (6). We stayed with 3 of our friends and their children too - We're all new to camping. We didn't really 'choose' to stay here - we'd rung abount 12 other sites first only to find they were all full for this weekend (good weather forecast APPARENTLY....) or that they didnt take bookings & only operated on a first come, first serve basis - not much good when you're travelling with young children - the last thing we wanted was to end up treking all over the place trying to find somewhere to stay. High Laning took bookings and had room for all us so here we came.
The site itself is fairly small, but is level and the pitches are of a good size, you can also park your car right next to the tents, which was just as well given the amount of stuff we took, it looked like we were planning on staying a week! Being a small site the toilet block was only a stone's throw away, it was basic - two toilets and two hand basins in the ladies, but it was well lit and very clean. I Didn't see the shower block (only stayed for one night so managed with just a quick basin wash!)
Our visit was somewhat overshadowed by the appalling weather, it started raining about 6.30pm (thankfully just after we'd had our BBQ), then it stopped for a bit, so we went for a walk into the village of Dent (about 5 mins). Tried to go to one of the local pubs, The Sun Inn which said "Children Welcome" only to find it jam packed and not very welcoming of children at all (perhaps it had something to do with the fact that we had 8 of the little darlings in tow?) With nowhere else in the village to go to we headed back to the campsite, and as the rain had stopped we played some ball games with the kids. We did this till about 9pm, then put the children to bed. We were planning on sitting out together with a few bottles of wine and beer once the kids were asleep but ...... the darn rain started again with a vengence and so we had to seek cover in our separate tents. That was it for the night, the rain set in and the wind blew & blew. This being my first time under canvas for many a year I could hardly sleep for worry that the tent pegs wouldn't hold, and I had visions of our outer tent disappearing like a kite over the fells! The kids actually slept through most of it thank god. On waking at 8.00am it was STILL raining & blowing, we were all thoroughly fed up and so unanimously decided to pack up and go home! Not a terribly good experience for our first time out, ruined totally by the weather, and nothing at all to do with the campsite.
Would visit High Laning again, its set in beautiful scenery, (when not covered in cloud), and there's a river about 15 mins walk from the site which would have been ideal for the kids to paddle in, weather permitting. There's a good cafe, 'Meadowside', right next to the campsite, and the village also has a lovely Newsagents shop which seemed to sell everything but the kitchen sink. There's no play area for the children on the campsite, but there is a small playground with swings, roundabout, slide etc, on the village green, again about 3 mins walk from the site.
Despite our bad experience this time, we're not put off camping altogether, we're planning another trip with the same friends in 2 weeks - PLEASE, PLEASE let the weather be kind to us this time!
Nestling in the beautiful Eskdale Valley close to Scafell, England's highest mountain and Wastwater, this site is a children's paradise in the heart of the Lake District. The first thing that meets you on arrival is the pond, fed by a stream and usually full of children paddling and playing on tyre rafts. The playground has zip wires, climbing frames, tyre rope-swings and adventure courses.
Grass pitches (some with EHU) for tents, motorhomes, VW-sized campervans (no caravans). Refurbished toilets, showers and laundry. Peace is the watchword on the campsite - catering mainly for families and couples with silence after 10.30pm. Don't forget your marshmallows - campfires are allowed in selected areas. Nearby shop and pub. And there's an added extra: the site sits along the route of the Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway line, with it's own station. Choo Choo! Find out more here
June 2004 We were a bit disappointed with this campsite although it wasn't as bad as we imagined from some of the reviews! We were lucky that we had pre booked and so weren't too far away from the toilets, some people were put miles away! There were only two toilets for a lot of people to share so there was usually a que which isn't good, you had to be quick in the shower if you only wanted to put in one 20p and there was cut grass everywhere that they didn't seem to bother cleaning up. Dent is absolutely lovely and there are some great walks also a couple of pubs and cafes within walking distance of the site. We may visit this site again but only if we felt like roughing it a bit!
June 2004 We have had a really brilliant stay in Dent. The facilities are excellant, the owners very friendly and helpful and views gorgeous. The cafe next door - Meadowside a must. Best service ever had. We will be back.
April 2004 Advantages of this campsite are the beautiful views, great walking and the cafe next door (highly recommend it: delicious and filling food, friendly service and if you’ve got a dog, they treat it as another important customer)! More cafes, pubs and newsagents are within walking distance.
I have to agree that the hosting could do with warming-up. The lady who we paid was lovely, but we were later confronted by a different lady asking “Are you going to pay then or what?!”
The only unsatisfactory aspect was the showers, which cost 20p for a few minutes - one person put in 40p before it started. Most of the time was spent trying to get the temperature right as it only did boiling hot or freezing cold. If you need to wash, find an alternative.
We had a great weekend and I’d use Dent as a base to explore the dazzling Dales countryside again.
May & June 2002 I understand people have different expectations and needs from a campsite but I have to say I really enjoyed my stay here (both times). We had never been camping before and went in a group of 10 people, one month later 4 of us we went back again 'cos we had so much fun, both times our trip coincided with the Dent disco, the disco is worth a visit and the locals are very entertaining (it has to be seen to believed!).
Margaret is very helpful and not as some people have described, but it can get busy on a Bank Holiday, but what good campsite doesn't on a Bank Holiday?
Reviewer: Paul_gall
9 August 2003 This was our first time camping and was a bit wary given the mixed reviews for the site. I must say that the camp site was excellent (however i have nothing to compare it to.) The owner and her staff were pleasant and friendly. The showers, toilets and water points were in working order and clean. It cost us £22 for two adults two nights to camp and in my opinion this is not expensive. I will return to High Laning and would recommend it to others, especially first timers.
Nestling in the beautiful Eskdale Valley close to Scafell, England's highest mountain and Wastwater, this site is a children's paradise in the heart of the Lake District. The first thing that meets you on arrival is the pond, fed by a stream and usually full of children paddling and playing on tyre rafts. The playground has zip wires, climbing frames, tyre rope-swings and adventure courses.
Grass pitches (some with EHU) for tents, motorhomes, VW-sized campervans (no caravans). Refurbished toilets, showers and laundry. Peace is the watchword on the campsite - catering mainly for families and couples with silence after 10.30pm. Don't forget your marshmallows - campfires are allowed in selected areas. Nearby shop and pub. And there's an added extra: the site sits along the route of the Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway line, with it's own station. Choo Choo! Find out more here
Reviewer: Mrs T
Aug 2003 The site is expensive at £12 per night for a tent, car and 2 adults, however, the facilites are very good. There is a new shower block in the small field which was very clean and the showers red hot. I found the owner, Margaret, to be firm, but very helpful. I've been camping in Dent for over 20 years on a basic farm site, and this was a definite improvement. Dent is a lovely quiet little village, and the accounts of discos etc. are alien to me.
There are 3 washing-up sinks, washing machines,dryers, vending machines, drying rack etc. etc. There is a washing-up sink in the ladies loo, but this is in the old block.
The large field has the better views, but yes, on a bank holiday weekend, you can't move an inch. The showers are also in the small field, along with the farm shop which sells the usual stuff.
I would recommend Dent and this site to anyone, but not if you are looking for a cheap weekend, and definitely not on a bank holiday!
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
Holiday Homes for Hire 
Holiday Homes for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
No Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <1 mile 
No Wild Swimming 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
No Horse Riding 
No Cycle Hire 
Golf <5 miles 
Tennis <5 miles 
No Beach 
No Watersports 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
Open All Year 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport 
No Dog Walk 
May 2005
