Great Langdale Campsite

Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JU

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

A camping pod a Great Langdale Campsite, Ambleside, Lake District, Cumbria — A camping pod a Great Langdale Campsite, Lake District, Cumbria

At-a-glance details

Type of accommodation Tents Motorhomes Campervans Pods Glamping
No of places / pitches175
Seasons
1 January 2020 - 31 December 2020
Minimum stay2 night(s)
Dogs welcome per pitch2
Star/Pennant rating 1 What's this?

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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 newly upgraded 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.

Enquire and book

Call 015394 32733

Opening times

Due to the Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19), we’re currently closed and not taking bookings for the period of Friday 20 March to Tuesday 30 June 2020.

Lake District booking office:
Monday to Friday: 10am - 4pm

We strongly advise booking in advance for weekends. Please note it's quicker and easier to check availability and book online.

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.

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 FAQs

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

Facilities at Great Langdale Campsite

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

Great Langdale site rules

Pitches at Great Langdale — Great Langdale Campsite

Group bookings

Learning to be confident in the outdoors can set a child up for a life of adventure. We welcome group bookings from schools and Duke of Edinburgh award groups and other organised parties. Our best pitches for groups are found at Great Langdale and Hoathwaite.

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Live music

Complete the night with a good dose of live folk music. Kickback and take in the smooth sounds from several acoustic musicians at one of our Sticklebarn sessions this summer.

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.

Camping terms and conditions

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

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Notes for guests

Campsite reception number: 015394 37668

Booking office number: 015394 32733

Christmas period shop/reception hours: Please note, the shop will close at 11am on Christmas eve, re-opening on Boxing day (usual winter hours)

Campsite reception/shop (winter opening times):
Sun to Thurs: 8am-10am and 3pm-6pm
Fri: 8am-10am and 3pm-8pm
Sat: 8am-7pm

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.

Car Free: We offer a car free discount if you arrive at Great Langdale Campsite on foot, by bike or by bus. Ask for details at reception when you arrive.