Set in the Lake District National Park a certified Dark Skies area, Parkgate Farm Holidays provides a peaceful escape for campers, tourers and glampers. There are both non electric and electric grass pitches as well as glamping pods for those wanting a little something extra. Discover the stunning nearby countryside or venture to the coast, an easy ten minute drive away.

Overall winner of Best Small Campsite in our 2023 Camping and Glamping Awards

Featured in our 2024 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites

Set in the stunning Lake District National Park, a Dark Skies area, lovely for stargazing

An easy ten minute drive from the coast and beaches - Seascale and Drigg Sand

Family friendly camping, touring and glamping with breathtaking countryside views

About Parkgate Farm Holidays

A family friendly camping, touring and glamping site off the beaten track, set in the idyllic Lake District National Park with views over the mountains. There are a total of just nine grass pitches, five of which include electric hook up. A maximum of six people are allowed per pitch in tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. There is also an unfurnished pod available if you don't want to bring your own unit, sleeping up to four people. For something a little more luxurious, the site also has three glamping cabins. Sleeping up to five guests, the pod structures are equipped with a double bedroom and triple bedroom with a double and single bunk bed. Inside you will have a lovely open-plan living area with a lounge enjoying picturesque panoramic views, a TV, fully equipped kitchenette complete with an oven, hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster and kettle. The units also come with a shower room and are fully insulated with heating and an electric wood-burner, perfect for those chillier months! Outside, you will also have your own al fresco dining area with a picnic bench and BBQ, great for making the most of the warm summer evenings There is an abundance of wildlife, as well as the site's own friendly donkeys and sheep who guests are welcome to meet and feed carrots too! You can walk all around the fields and directly into Parkgate Wood where there are many walks along the forestry tracks but also little secret paths through the forest. Dogs are welcome onsite just please keep them on the lead and away from the friendly donkeys. Campfires and BBQs are welcome as long as they are raised off the grass. The site also offers a range of holiday cottages and static caravans.

Parkgate Farm Holidays is open from 01/01 to 01/01 and 22/03 to 31/12 in 2024 and from 01/01 to 01/01 and 28/03 to 31/12 in 2025.

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Facilities and amenities

The site have a shared toilet/shower building with two spacious family shower rooms plus two additional toilets with wash basins. There is also WiFi.

There are a couple of eateries within a five minute drive, including the Bridge Inn and Bowerhouse Inn. The nearest shop is a Spar at Holmrook garage (5 minutes), and there is also Simply Fresh convenience store in Gosforth and Co-op in Seascale (15 minutes).

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

Parkgate Farm has had a campsite for a long time run by the Watson family for two generations. We became involved in 2016 when, due to ill health, our friend Peter Watson was struggling to manage it himself. We worked together to build on what his parents had started years ago - a magical little corner of the Lake District for all to enjoy.

Peter was a real character and after his passing in 2020, we have made it our mission to keep that special character alive. Not too many rules and regulations, we just ask that all our guests respect one another and us so we can all continue to enjoy the beauty and peaceful space that Parkgate offers.

We share this idyllic place with a great deal of wildlife so please let us know what you spot during your stay with us, Rachel


Map and address

Park address

Parkgate Farm Holidays,

Parkgate Farm, Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria & Lake District, CA19 1YN

Coordinates

54.3890, -3.3664 | NY 11 0

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Parkgate Farm Holidays is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 13 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Small Non Electric Grass Pitch

Max 6 people

Grass pitch, without electric measuring 6m x 8m with 2.7m hardstanding area. Suitable for tents, trailer tents and small campervans only.

3 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches without electric measuring at least 6m x 9m. Suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans and motorhomes.

Small Electric Grass Pitch

Max 6 people

Grass pitch with 2.8m wide hardstanding area and 10 amp electric hook up. Measuring 7m x 7m, suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans, motorhomes and touring caravans.

2 x Medium Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches with 10 amp electric hook up measuring at least 7m x 7.5m. Suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans, motorhomes and touring caravans.

Large Electric Grass Pitch

Max 6 people

Grass pitch with 2.4m hardstanding area, 10 amp electric hook up measuring 8.5m x 7m. Suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans, motorhomes and touring caravans.

XL Electric Grass Pitch

Max 6 people

Larger grass pitch with 10 amp electric hook up measuring 8m x 8m with 3m wide hardstanding area. Suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans, motorhomes and touring caravans.


3 x Parkgate Cabins

Max 5 people

Bespoke pods with one double bedroom, one triple room with a double and single bunk. Inside is a lounge, fully equipped kitchenette, shower room and heating. There is an outdoor eating area and BBQ, Dog-friendly.


Parkgate Farm Holidays reviews

4.94 /5

57 reviews

100%

would recommend

Overall
4.94
Location
4.86
Value for money
4.93
Service
5
Facilities
4.95
Cleanliness
4.98

"The location, service and facilities were all of the highest quality"

Anna K - May 2024

"A lovely peaceful spot, perfect for those who like to be near the mountains and the coast"

Lucy H - Dec 2023

"Where do I start?! Absolutely amazing"

Toni M - Aug 2023

"There were outdoor games provided which is great for children and the donkeys make a fun addition!"

Katie M - Aug 2023


A Hidden Gem

Romona M

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Single Axle Caravan - Medium Electric Grass PitchesOct 2024

The campsite was very clean, well kept and had the most amazing views. The site wardens, Bruce and Sandy were absolute angels, they were very accommodating and effective communicators. We're most definitely visiting again before the end of the year. A nice little getaway from the hustle and bustle of the West Midlands.

Welcoming and relaxing

Stuart W

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Small Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesOct 2024

The facilities were exceptionally clean, the hosts were very welcoming and helpful. We were very unfortunate with the weather, arriving just before a storm. The hosts were thoughtful and offered us a less exposed pitch, which we were very grateful for.

Lovely peaceful campsite

Simone B

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VW-Type Campervan - XL Electric Grass PitchOct 2024

The campsite is spotless and set in beautiful surroundings with good facilities. It's very peaceful, Sandy and Bruce were very welcoming. They clearly work hard to maintain the campsite, the donkeys were an added bonus! I highly recommend to those looking for a quiet stay with scenic surroundings.

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FAQ

Guests can check-in between 2pm and 8pm. Check out is due by 11am on your final day.

Yes, dogs are more than welcome with up to two allows on each pitch and in the pod.

Yes, both campfires in fire pits and BBQs are welcome, as long as they are always raised from the ground.

The site is aimed at couples and families so groups are not allowed, sorry.

Guests on all of the pitches and in the pod can add an awning and pup tent to their bookings. Those camping on the pitches may also add a pup tent.

The electric hook ups are all 10 amp.

Yes, free WiFi is available for all guests.

Yes, there is parking available for one vehicle directly next to your pitch.


There are many local walks along paths, bridleways and forestry tracks both low level and leading up onto the fells. Or you can get in your car and drive up to Wasdale Head (about 25 minutes) and walk on the high fells including England's highest - Scafell Pike.

Also in Wasdale is England's smallest Church (St Olaf's at Wasdale Head) and England's deepest lake - Wastwater (20 minutes). Wastwater is brilliant for canoeing/kayaking, paddle boarding and swimming (brrr) and West Lakes Adventures can be booked to take you on many guided activities.

Drigg beach is a ten minute drive and offers miles of golden sands and sand dunes which are a SSSI nature reserve, home to the rare Natterjack Toad. A great place for a full day out, a BBQ on the beach or a sunset stroll.

Other nearby attractions:

  • Muncaster Castle (10 minutes)
  • Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway (10 minutes)
  • Eskdale Golf Course (15 minutes)
  • Stanley Ghyll Waterfall (20 minutes)
  • Hardknott Roman Fort and Thermae (25 minutes)
The listing for Parkgate Farm Holidays was last updated on October 31st, 2024 at 3:38 PM

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