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Eskdale Campsite National Trust
Boot
Holmrook
Eskdale
Cumbria (Browse area)
CA19 1TH
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Pitches: 110
Open: 01/03/2026 to 31/12/2026
01/03/2027 to 31/12/2027
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 Tent Pitches |
 No Caravans |
 Motorhome Pitches |
 Small Campervans |
 Glamping Units |
 No Statics for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 No Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 No Hardstandings |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 No Rallies |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 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 |
 Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 No Freezer / Fridge |
 Motorhome Point |
 Wifi Access |
 Shop On Site |
 Bar <1 mile |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile |
| Activities |
 Kids Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing <5 miles |
 No Wild Swimming |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 No Horse Riding |
 Cycle Hire <1 mile |
 Golf <1 mile |
 No Tennis |
 No Beach |
 No Watersports |
 No Boat Launch |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
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 Riverside Pitches |
 Public Transport <1 mile |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: July 2010 |
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| Reviewer: CCCampers |
1 review from this member |
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 Stayed here in July for 3 nights. It's not the easiest campsite to get to in the Lake District! Even avoiding Hardknott Pass. To be honest, it is quite remote so you need to take everything you need with you. The shop is well stocked with many staple items but as veggies we would have struggled had we not taken a cooler box. The warden was helpful and the site was busy when we arrived.
It was also pouring down so this will be my last camping review ever, because I've had enough! We used the laundry facilities as our towels and clothes were soaked and we couldn't dry them. I thought it was expensive (£3.00 for a wash) and the heavy duty tumble drier wasn't very good. I put in £4.00 for over an hour and the laundry (towels and socks etc) were still damp.
The washing up facilities, showers and toilets were clean but several times they ran out of loo roll and paper towels. The surrounding area is very picturesque with some lovely walks. We went to two pubs, The Boot Arms, great pub with excellent food and The Woolpack - not so good. We had nut roast and it was horrific!
All in a nice site but too remote for us. 
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| Date of Visit: July 2010 |
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| Reviewer: Benjie62 |
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My husband and I have just returned from a 7 night stay at this camp. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The shop is well stocked and reasonably priced. The facilities are kept very clean.
We camped in a tent with electric hook up, which was very welcome as it rained most days and was useful for drying out!
There are a couple of pubs within walking distance but we did not use these.
The scenery is lovely and there are some good walks from the campsite so you do not need to take the car out if you prefer not.
The whole area is beautiful and you can walk for hours without meeting many other walkers!
However, there are some negative points as follows. It was peak season and so the site was very full. The facilities were totally inadequate for the number of people there. We constantly had to queue for toilets and showers. 4 toilets and 3 showers is not enough for, say, 100 women and children! (there was a parent and child room as well). The men's facilities had a similar problem.
While we were there the water pressure was very low most days. The showers stopped working altogether on a number of occasions. This was apparently due to external problems with water pressure and perhaps was a one off.
There was a laundry room with washing machine and drier. However, the price quoted for washing was £3 per wash but we and others found that £4 was needed to complete the cycle. The drier quoted £1 for 30 minutes - this was 20 minutes. The spin drier was no longer there and this would have been particularly useful as the washing machine does not spin as much and so towels and jeans in particular take longer to dry.
There were no recycling facilities on the site at all. This really needs to be addressed by their local council. People camping produce far more than normal in recyclable materials.
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| Date of Visit: July 2010 |
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| Reviewer: Alexmummy |
11 reviews from this member |
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Beautifully situated campsite in a quieter part of the lakes.
The facilities are spotless - plenty of showers, including a handy family room, all free; a shop, a laundry room and a drying room (bring a padlock). There is also a trampoline and a play area for children. We had electric hook-up which was great for warming up after getting soaked!
There are three pubs within a few minutes walk of the site. We only ate at the Boot Inn, which has huge portions, and was very good value. Plenty of walks start straight from the campsite so you can leave your car and not worry about parking.
We'd definitely recommend it because it still feels like 'proper' camping as caravans are not allowed, but has the luxury of clean and warm facilities.
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| Date of Visit: July 2010 |
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| Reviewer: Jacs9303 |
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We have just returned having enjoyed a three night stay here. The owners are very helpful and hardworking. On arrival we were told the site would be full over the weekend. We were given the option of camping on a field off the main site but we wouldn't be able to park our car next to the tent. Having looked at the field and saw we could have great views of the hills we took it up and it was the right decision. Due to the number of tents in the main fields there was very little room between them.
The facilities are excellent. Toilet block was very clean and remained so throughout our stay. The shop was well stocked and open virtually all day and into the evening.
We went on the 9 mile Eskdale to Ravenglass cycle trail which was very enjoyable, but the hill to Muncaster was ridiculous, took us 25 minutes to push our bikes up it, and there was no decent view from the top.
We then took the steam train back to Eskdale as it was raining. I think this was something of a rip off. It cost £20.20 for two adult single tickets and their bikes (£3.50 each bike).
The local pubs are ok, but seem devoid of any atmosphere. Maybe it is due to the fact they don't play any music. We had a good Sunday roast in the Boot pub, it wasn't bad value at £8.95.
Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely return in the future.
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| Date of Visit: July 2010 |
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| Reviewer: Mrbaggy |
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Just returned from a five night stay on this site.
What a fantastic site it is and don't let any of the (in my opinion) undeservedly negative points from other reviewers put you off visiting.
Shower block was always very clean and never too busy even at the weekend when the site appeared full. Showers are hot, constant and fully adjustable.
Washing-up facilities are also first class, 5 sinks if I remember correctly. More than enough.
We stayed alongside the entrance road about 20 yards from the shop (Have a look for the tree with a face. Crazy!) and it was never too noisy and the site was whisper quiet by 10-11pm. Even during the day the family area was never raucous and looked really friendly. Beautiful view from our tent of the surrounding Boot Bank hillside.
Considering the facilities available this must be one of the best sites in The Lakes, I can imagine the NT sites are good but the facilities are basic I believe whereas everything at Eskdale is faultless in my opinion. Even the Stella was ice cold!
Excellent walking in the area and if I had bought my kids when when they were young we would have definitely taken the walk to Stanley Waterfall, they would've loved the river.
I would also recommend the 'step back in time' visit to the watermill a stones throw from the site, a fantastic little place, full of character, which is more than I can say for Muncaster Castle. It'll be a long time before I subsidise the toffs again.Not much of a 'hoot' I can assure you.More like 'twits'.Yes, it's also an owl sanctuary. They looked as unimpressed as we did.
One last note of praise to the owners and staff, when our car required attention in nearby Seascale they couldn't have been more helpful.
We will definitely return to this site, in a more substantial tent. Man did it rain!
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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
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| Date of Visit: June 2010 |
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| Reviewer: Joshnosh |
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This is an excellent campsite for exploring the north, west Lakes. It's not the easiest to get to, but that just increases it's charm. It's not huge; divided into 3 area's - 1 for tents, 1 for electric hook ups (tents and camper vans)and 1 area with camping pods, and some smaller tent pitches.
Everywhere is lovely and clean. Excellent produce at the shop, newspapers delivered for a price, play area for children and a self catering cottage. No caravans - I guess because of the remoteness. 2 pubs very nearby both serving breakfast. I love this site, have been 3 times and can't wait to go back.
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| Date of Visit: June 2010 |
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| Reviewer: Dafodil2919 |
2 reviews from this member |
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The camp site here is fantastic we loved it, it was our first time camping. The toilets / showers were really modern and clean, I agree with another reviewer they were more like you'd find in a hotel.
The kids loved the play area especially the trampoline although it was spring bank and it was busy!
The scenery was lovely and we as a family enjoyed walks and a trip on the local steam railway.I enjoyed the fact you did not need to use the car much.
But most of all the staff were very friendly and helpful considering when we were just about to leave the recent unfortunate events happened in the area. The staff looked after all the campers and their families in the camp site shop and for this I will always be grateful.
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| Date of Visit: April 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Timetoshine |
3 reviews from this member |
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This is a great campsite.
We've been a couple of times and everything about it is fantastic. The owners are really friendly and helpful; even giving up their Sunday paper because I'd forgot to order one!
The toilet and shower block are immaculate and better than a few hotels I've stayed in.
There's a small play area tucked out of the way and a drying room for when its raining.
The location's great too, only a short walk from the Boot Inn where a pint of Dizzy Blonde can wash down a big slice of Boot Pie.
Eskdale and the surrounding area are all naturally beautiful and there are great walks to pass the day.
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| Date of Visit: June 2010 |
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| Reviewer: Feeblecat |
42 reviews from this member |
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A gem of a site. First visit and will be followed by many.
Very helpful and friendly wardens; great toilet and shower facilities; the best and cleanest chemical disposal point ever (so my husband says, I wouldn't know about such things LOL); shop sells all the basics; wonderful views; loads of different walks of all levels direct from site (you could park your car for the length of your stay); 3 pubs within a short walk serving meals (only ate in the Boot Inn but food was great); accessible for most of the Lakes attractions.
My only small gripe was that I felt some of the units were very close together but then again, I did chose to visit on one of the busiest weeks of the year - half term (purely accidental as I wouldn't normally chose such a busy time).
I wish I could have stayed longer and will definitely book to go again as soon as I can.
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| Date of Visit: May 2010 |
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| Reviewer: Glossop Campers |
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What a nice place to stay. This campsite was very peaceful and staff was so friendly, The lovely hot showers and toilet facilities were very clean at all times. The information room was very useful with pay phone as no signal on mobile phones.
We would recommend this site to all campers. Just sorry we didn't stay for longer but looking forward to going back to this lovely area. Three lovely pubs within walking distance from the site, that have great beers and lovely food.
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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
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| Reviewer: Sue.too |
2 reviews from this member |
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Love this site. We were staying before CCC came along. For walkers it is excellent. Big walks away from Ambleside. Oh and 3 pubs on the doorstep.
However it's been rather wet under foot the last few years. I know the weather has been strange but soooo many campers must have an effect too. It can't cope?
I love the place don't too many people come!
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| Date of Visit: December 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Sazza42 |
18 reviews from this member |
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We had a few nights staying here in the Camping Pods between Christmas and New Year. There was snow on the ground during all of our stay, but the Camping Pod was cosy with the insulation and the small heater that is provided for you.
The campsite is in a stunning location with the fells rising up around you. We ate in the pub in Boot each night and enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. The facilities were lovely and clean - plenty of hot water as well which was extremely important at that time of year! The on-site shop looked to be well stocked as well.
The pods could fit 4 people, but it would be a squeeze in the winter when you want all of your gear indoors. However, there was loads of room for the two of us and we had plenty of space for the masses of gear we had brought. Each pod has a deck area out the front which I would imagine would be lovely for summer evenings.
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| Date of Visit: April 2010 |
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| Reviewer: Fifi77 |
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What a lovely site! Great walking right from the site, two pubs in the village (we went to the one further up the lane - not the one on the corner) the one definitely allows dogs inside - and they gave our dog his own sausage while we were waiting for our meals so he's keen to go back! Facilities are very good and clean, although there are only 3 showers in the ladies so we had to queue every time, but it was a bank holiday weekend.
The shop has a good selection of everything - milk, bread but also different local meats and non-essentials plus some toys, balls etc. The site's really well kept and nicely laid out with benches dotted around although it was really busy when we were there. As there aren't many sites in the area I would expect that it is often fairly busy but it is a really lovely place so we'll definitely go back.
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| Date of Visit: April 2010 |
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| Reviewer: Steve McV |
21 reviews from this member |
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We have just come back from Eskdale C&CC site & are now hooked on camping pods. The pods are very close to the toilets & washing up, & are grouped in two circles around picnic tables - reminded me of the covered wagons in the old cowboy films (Blazing Saddles & baked beans?)
They are a fairly cheap way of going away with little equipment. Cost us £40 per night. Probably not as comfy as a family tent with a bit more space, but great for a small family & excellent for year round breaks due to the insulation.
The location of the site could not be faulted. Local attractions are too many to list. Take (or hire) bikes. Follow the waymarked 9 mile Esk Valley Trail downhill to Ravenglass, then get the little narrow gauge steam train back up.
The site has an excellent range of facilities. The shop sells local produce including eggs, meat & real ale. The toilets were spotless in spite of horrid weather in April. In addition to the camping pods we stayed in, there is a self contained camping barn complete with log fire. The kids play area has swings, a small assault course & a trampoline. The manager owns an adjacent woodland & is happy for kids to play in there. Follow the path to the village of Boot with the oldest working water mill in the country at the end.
Brilliant site, brilliant location, facilities & staff. We will be back.
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| Date of Visit: December 2009 |
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| Reviewer: LMTyrer |
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We have just come back from spending a New Year break at this site.
The camping pods had all been booked up so we took the tent and a van(we slept in the van as the snow made things a bit too nippy). However there were mad folks sleeping in tents!
We arrived by the light of a huge moon in a clear starry sky. The site is snuggled between picturesque hillside. The site was fairly busy for a New Year in the middle of nowhere.
Toilets and facilities were pristine. Showers lovely and hot even late at night. Toilets nice and warm too!
There is a small shop which seems to stock all the essentials you might need plus maps etc for the local area.
Local pub - exceptionally good food, beer and wine. Everyone was friendly.
Site seems to be a good central point for many different walks that suit all abilities.
We didn't do any major walking, just a stroll along the river - (just a short walk away). I don't know if you are allowed to swim in the lovely clear water but I think our kids may have a go, as we plan to go back in Summertime!
We drove up to Whitehaven which is a small town and would suit a mid-weather day.
The only criticism is the lack of signposting for this site given it is one of the camping / caravanning sites. As we were travelling in the dark also it was difficult to find first time around however we wouldn't have any trouble if we went again.
We did not even attempt the hardknott pass route - not sure if it would have been open given the snow. We went by main road up to Gosforth instead which is quite an easy route.
A little expensive at £16 per night for the two of us (High Season) but for a little piece of perfection we didn't mind too much.
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