Grass pitch – EHU (Tents only) (175 at Fisherground Campsite)
UK England North West England Cumbria Eskdale Fisherground Campsite
The Owner Says
This large grass pitch is for a tent size up to 6x6m, * each pitch includes a 10 amp electric hook-up, one adult and one car *
*Please note no more than 4 adults in each tent*
Please make sure your Hook Up lead is at least 25m long
Fisherground Campsite is set right in the heart of Eskdale, one of Cumbria's loveliest valleys. Here on the West side of the Lake District we get less rain and more sun than our famous cousins the other side of Scafell. In this quiet valley there is still the Peace and Tranquility that should be Lakeland - but rarely is in the bustling centres. Peace is the watchword on the Campsite too. We welcome Walkers and Families alike, and every effort is made to ensure you enjoy your stay with us.
We have a Adventure Playground with rafts on the pond, a tree house, a zip wire and an adventure course. We are one of the few campsites that do allow campfires, we only ask to please use our onsite fire-pits, don't forget your marshmallows and toasting forks! Sacks of dry logs are available on site.
We have recently rebuilt and added new facilities to our toilet block, they are modern, clean, and spacious. They include hand dryers and hair dryers and coin operated showers. We also have 9 deep sinks for washing-up and hot water is free and always available! There is now a family shower room and also a wet room for restricted mobility visitors (radar key required). The laundry room has a washing machine and 3 tumble dryers which are operated by tokens (available from the office).
A large freezer (Free) for ice blocks only (not food and drink).
We have a boot drier and drying room for those of you who love walking whatever the weather!
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About Fisherground Campsite
Suitable For
Tents, motorhomes, VW-sized campervans, (well-behaved) dogs – yes. Noisy folks – no. We do not take caravans.Nearby
Go by steam train to Ravenglass (01229 717171), or make the short trip to Dalegarth. From here you can walk into Boot or up to Stanley Force, following the tumbling beck up to the waterfall. A short walk towards Eskdale Green takes you along the River Esk, where a shallow area by the bridge is a good spot for a quick, if chilly, dip. There are 100's of good walks near to the site – from lower level rambles to Munster Castle (about a 3hr round trip; 01229 717614), to challenging all-day hikes up Scafell Pike, England's highest peak – or bring your bike along. Eskdale Green is the closest village, where there's a small store selling all the food and essentials needed for a camping trip – they even sell waterproofs. The shop is within easy driving distance (5 minute's by car).
Food & Drink
There are options galore in the area for a good meal and a thirst-quenching pint, with four places less than 2 miles away. The King George IV Inn (01946 723470) is closest – just a 5 minute walk away – and features a varied menu. Just a couple of minutes further along is the Boot Inn (01946 723711), a traditional place offering home-cooked food and stunning views. The Brook House Inn (01946 723288) and The Woolpack (01946 723230) are also worthy options. Slightly further afield lie the Bower House (01946 723 244). All pubs are dog-friendly watering holes with outside seating. Serving a range of real ales, such as local ale and a range of guest beers.Family Friendly
Marshmallow-toasting? Check. Water? Check. Playgrounds? Check. Trains? Check – all the the things that make camping really cool for kids. And you can even arrive at the site's own station by steam locomotive.