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Great Langdale Campsite

Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JU
Great Langdale Campsite, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria
Camping at Great Langdale Campsite, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria
A camping pod a Great Langdale Campsite, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria
Langdale Pikes
Enjoy glamping at Great Langdale with Long Valley Yurts
Great Langdale Campsite, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria Camping at Great Langdale Campsite, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria A camping pod a Great Langdale Campsite, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria Langdale Pikes Enjoy glamping at Great Langdale with Long Valley Yurts

At-a-glance details

  • Type of accommodation Tents Motorhomes Campervans Pods Glamping
  • No of places / pitches175
  • Seasons
    1 January 2018 - 31 December 2018
    1 January 2019 - 31 December 2019
  • Minimum stay2 night(s)
  • Dogs welcome per pitch2
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About Great Langdale Campsite

A relaxed, natural site set in the heart of the Great Langdale Valley.

With the towering Langdale Pikes looming above it, Great Langdale Campsite is a particularly dramatic spot to pitch up for a holiday in the outdoors. The site offers a wide selection of grassy pitches suitable for families and friend groups, as well as a collection of wooden camping pods, perfect for a winter break.

This well-equipped site boasts two toilet and shower blocks, washing-up areas, a laundry and drying room, a bouldering wall and a children's play area.

Ideally located for walkers keen to explore the Lake District, we also offer an orienteering course around the site. For those better suited to cycling, bring your bike and hit the trails.

After a busy afternoon exploring, head over to our very own Sticklebarn pub for a well-earned pint and hearty food - just a 10-minute walk away.

Customer notice: We're upgrading the facilities block close to reception over the winter from 10 December. The campsite will stay open throughout but please be aware that there will be some disruption during the daytime. Our apologies for any inconvenience.

 

 

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Email lakescampsites@nationaltrust.org.uk

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Types of Accommodation

Camping at Great Langdale Campsites, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria

Tents 

There are 120 pitches spread across the meadows, all offering great views of Langdale Pikes and down the valley.

Camping pod at Great Langdale Campsite, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria

Pods 

Enjoy a few simple indoor comforts whilst still staying in the great outdoors.

Campervan at Great Langdale Campsite, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria

Campervans and Motorhomes 

We have 8 hardstanding pitches with electric hook up. We also have space for a few campervans without electric hook up, allocated on a 'first-come-first-served' basis.

Tipis

Glamping 

Stay in a luxurious tipi or yurt and enjoy a little extra comfort during your stay.

Features and facilities

  • BBQ available
  • Chemical disposal available
  • Electric hook-up available
  • Hardstanding available
  • Laundry available
  • Play area available
  • Shop available
  • Showers available
  • Toilets available
  • Washing-up area available

Campsite map

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Additional Information

Great Langdale Campsite, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria

Great Langdale FAQs 

 

Children's play area at Great Langdale Campsite, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria

Facilities at Great Langdale Campsite 

 

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Great Langdale site rules 

 

Group of walkers

Group bookings 

We accept group bookings from organised parties such as scouts, schools and Duke of Edinburgh award groups.

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Two people drinking at the bar in Sticklebarn Langdale Cumbria

What's On

Find out about live music, quiz and film nights at Sticklebarn, our pub just a 10 minute walk away from the campsite.

Walkers at Wasdale, Cumbria, with the vast expanse of Wastwater in the distance

Safety on the fells - advice from Lake District Mountain Rescue 

We want people to have the best possible experience in the mountains taking home some great memories. Stay safe - here's the advice from Lake District Mountain Rescue.

Campers pitch their tent

Camping terms and conditions 

Terms and conditions which apply to all National Trust campsite bookings.

Read our t&cs

Notes for guests

Important customer notice: From 10 December, the toilet and shower block near the reception building will be closed for refurbishment until early Spring 2019. The campsite will remain open throughout with full access to the facilities block which was upgraded last winter. Please be aware that there may be some minor disruption whlist on site during this time for which we apologise.

Campsite reception number: 01539 437668

Pitches: Pitches are allocated on arrival.

One night stays: These cannot be booked in advance but are available on a first come, first served basis on site subject to availability. 

Booking more than one tent: Please note that the maximum group size bookable online is 4 adults. If you want to book a larger group please email your requirements to us and we will get back to you.

Arriving by car: From Ambleside, follow the A593 road. At Skelwith Bridge, turn right onto the B5343. The campsite is approximately 6 miles down this road, on the left-hand side, a few hundred yards after you pass the New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel and Sticklebarn pub. If you reach the Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel you've gone too far.

Arriving by public transport: Trains to the Lake District terminate at Windermere railway station. From Windermere take the 505 or 599 bus to Ambleside, and from Ambleside you can pick up the 516 Langdale Rambler. For timetable information, call 0871 200 22 33 or visit Traveline or Cumbria County Council.

Hiking/cycling between campsites: There are numerous walks and cycle routes between our campsites. Plan your route with OS map OL7 (English lakes, South-eastern area for Low Wray / Great Langdale) and OS map OL6 (English lakes, South-western area for Great Langdale / Wasdale). You can also use Harveys BMC 1:40,000 map, which shows all our campsites on one map.

Green discount: We offer a green discount if you arrive at Great Langdale campsite on foot, by bike or by bus. Ask for details at reception when you arrive.

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Family fun and adventure in the heart of the English Lake District

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Great Langdale Campsite

Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JU
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About the Acorn rating

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We have applied a 1-5 Acorn rating to each cottage to be used only as a guide that covers location, style of interior and facilities you may be looking for. The range runs from 1 Acorn at a more basic level through to 5 Acorns at the highest level. Cottage pricing is not judged on the Acorn rating alone and as all our cottages are of an individual nature we recommend that all factors are considered when making your choice.

1 Acorn: simple living accommodation with basic furniture and fixtures fit for purpose, safe and clean. Running water and a WC are provided. There could be some limitations to heating and washing facilities (details of these will be stated clearly on the cottage's webpage). Bedding, linen and towels are supplied (with a few exceptions, which is again clearly stated). Facilities for basic catering and living are provided. Generally a 1 acorn cottage does not have wifi. Examples of a 1 acorn offer include Cartref, Wales and Rosedene, Worcestershire.

2 Acorn: a mid-quality range of furniture and fittings. Bathroom facilities are basic or there may be a high sleeps to bathroom ratio depending on the size of the cottage. Very few 2 acorn cottages have wifi and, similar to a 1 Acorn cottage, the kitchen white goods and washing facilities are basic in their offer. All 2 (and higher) Acorn cottages supply bedding, linen and towels. Examples of a 2 acorn offer include Engine Cottage, Cornwall and High Hallgarth, Cumbria.

3 Acorn: a good, standard offer. Generally it is correctly proportioned for the number of guests but could have a few compromises, for example a small sized kitchen, or a lower bathroom to guest ratio. The variety of white goods available will be better than a 2 Acorn cottage. Examples of a 3 acorn cottage include the Mustard Pot Cottage, Norfolk and Rose Cottage, Isle of Wight.

4 Acorn: these cottage have more premium furniture, fittings and lighting. Additionally it is likely to have added comfort extras. The ratio of bathrooms to guests will be higher, and the bathrooms would be more likely to have separate and spacious showers as opposed to over bath showers. Examples of a 4 Acorn offer include Portland House, Dorset and Stepper View, Cornwall.

5 Acorn: a luxury accommodation offer with very few limiting factors. It is well-equipped and has spacious facilities throughout the cottage. This is the highest offer available. The furniture is of high standard, and has real comfort for modern living. Examples of a 5 Acorn cottage include The Old Rectory, South Wales and West Gate Lodge, Yorkshire.

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