Beckses Caravan Park
Beckses Caravan Park
4.73 /5
Beckses Caravan Park is a small, family run site situated within the glorious Lake District National Park. The park is well placed, offering a quiet base, within a ten minute drive of Aira Force Waterfall and Ullswater, great for watersport lovers. You'll find a selection of tent and touring pitches, along with cosy glamping pods with heating and electric. Both families and dogs are welcome, with plenty of beautiful walks right from your base!
Small, family run park set in a quiet location in the Lake District National Park
Family and dog friendly site, within a 20 minute walk of a charming pub and local farm shop
Ten minute drive from Ullswater and Aira Force Waterfall, 15 minutes to Castlerigg Stone Circle
About Beckses Caravan Park
Set within the Lake District, this is an ideal base to explore its stunning scenery, with easy access to Ullswater and Keswick. Spend your days exploring famous landmarks, seeing spectacular sights, climbing mountains or simply unwinding on site! For caravans, campervans and motorhomes, the site provides 27 hardstanding pitches, each allowing up to five guests. All include 10 amp electric and have grass areas, with plenty of space to set up your awning or table and chairs for outdoor dining. Looking for something a little more luxurious? Opt for a stay in one of the camping pods, ideal for couples and families. Each one is equipped with seating and a table which also folds down to make a double bed. There are also two single beds - one of which is able to be stored out of your way. To keep you warm, each pod is fully insulated and comes with a heater, lighting, microwave, kettle and USB charging points. Outside you will also have a private decking area, along with a picnic bench to enjoy the sunshine. Please note, bedding is not provided. Tent campers are also catered for with a total of eight grass pitches, six with electric. Static caravan hire is also available. Guests can also cook up a BBQ, as long as they are raised from the ground. The local farm shop is the perfect place to pick up some ingredients. Please note, open fires are not permitted. Four-legged friends can also come along, with up to two allowing on each of the pitches. The pods are pet free.
Beckses Caravan Park is open from 22/03 to 10/11.
Site facilities include two toilets blocks with hot water and no push-button showers. There is also a laundry service with washroom and a children's play area, along with a dog walk.
The Herdwick Inn is a 15 minute walk away, serving food and drink. The Miler Farm Shop is also just a 20 minute walk away with delicious local produce. There is a public bus route within 200m of the site, which runs to West Cumbria via Keswick through the summer.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
CafΓ© / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 39 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
27 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Max 5 people
Hardstanding pitches for touring caravans, campervans and motorhomes. All include 10 amp electric and grass areas with space for an awning.
Other accommodation
8 x Grass Tent Pitches (Optional Electric)
Max 5 people
Grass pitches in the tent field for tents only. Six of the eight pitches include electric.
2 x Static Caravans
Max 4 people
Each caravan offers WiFi, central heating and double-glazing throughout. A fully equipped kitchen includes a gas oven, a full sized integrated fridge/freezer. Both caravans also offer a king size bedroom with ensuite facilities.
4.73 /5
98%
would recommend
"Beautifully maintained grounds and really pleasant friendly people"
Rebecca R - May 2024
"A gorgeous, quiet location for a wholesome weekend away from the chaos of city life!"
Abigail S - Sep 2023
"The facilities were spotless and the grounds well kept"
Isobel D - Sep 2023
Quite and relaxing, a great getaway
Recommends site
Jennifer C
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This campsite is idea for those that need to getaway for some quiet time and rest. A lovely friendly owner who was very helpful. The site was clean and tidy along with the toilet and shower block. I will happily stay there again.
Fantastic facilities and a great night's sleep
Recommends site
Emily H
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I had a great stay at Beckses and look forward to visiting again. Shame I had to cut my trip short due to the incoming storm.
Lovely quiet place
Recommends site
Charles S
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A lovely little quiet campsite, with all of the facilities you will need. Not too far from a shop or the main town Penrith.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Penrith area
Being in the Lake District, they are so many magnificent attractions nearby. The Aira Force Waterfall is only ten minutes away and offers a wonderful walking route with the spectacular falls at the end.
For a relaxing boat trip, head to Ullswater 'Steamers' (20 minutes). Operating for over 160 years, the vintage cruiseliners take you across the expansive lake, with stops offs and beautiful views along the way.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Castlerigg Stone Circle (15 minutes)
- Skiddaw (20 minutes)
- Derwentwater (20 minutes)
- Honister Slate Mine (40 minutes)
- Windermere (45 minutes)
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