Low Wray Campsite

Wray Castle, Ambleside

The campervan bays at Low Wray Campsite, near Ambleside in the Lake District — Campervanners at Low Wray enjoying the view of the Coniston fells

The interior of the tree tent at Low Wray Campsite, Lake District — Relax in the canopy of the woodland at Low Wray in the Lake District

Bluebells put in an appearance at Low Wray campsite — Book yourself a safari tent this spring

A view over Windermere from the campsite at Low Wray, Cumbria — Wake up to views like this from your tent

The lakeshore at Low Wray Campsite — The lakeshore at Low Wray

Canoe on Windermere — Arriving by canoe?

Family outside a safari tent — Lots of outdoor space with a safari tent

A camping pod at Low Wray Campsite, Cumbria — Our camping pods are fantastic places to stay

Family on a bridge looking at canoes — Hire a canoe from the campsite and paddle out on Windermere

Books amd fruit on a picnic bench — Settle in with autumn fruits and a good read

At-a-glance details

Type of accommodation Tents Motorhome Campervan Pods Glamping
No of places / pitches153
Seasons
27 March 2020 - 1 November 2020
Minimum stay2 night(s)
Dogs welcome per pitch2
Star/Pennant rating 1 What's this?

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About Low Wray Campsite

Nestled on the western shoreline of Lake Windermere.

This stunning site offers a wide-range of camping options including traditional pitches with waterfront, lake, meadow or woodland views, or camping pods, safari tents, space for campervans and even two suspended tree tents.

Facilities at the site include a shop, three toilet and shower blocks, laundry facilities, washing-up areas, a children's adventure playground. Canoes, rowing boats, sit-on kayaks and paddleboards are also available to hire as well as mountain bikes.

Leave the car behind for a few days and head out on your bikes or on foot along the lakeshore to Claife Viewing Station, or through scenic views to the Beatrix Potter Gallery at Hawkshead, or Allan Bank at Grasmere.

Winter closure: From 3 November, the site will be completely closed due to works on site. Our apologies for any disappointment whilst we make some improvements over the winter period. We re-open in 2020 on 27 March.

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

Please note it's quicker and easier to check availability and book online - just click the button below.

Email lakescampsites@nationaltrust.org.uk

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Types of Accommodation

Tents

There's ample space for tents at Low Wray. You can choose from a variety of pitches, whether located by the lake shore, in secluded woodland, by the beck or in open meadow - there's much more to this campsite than first meets the eye.

Glamping

You can enjoy a little more comfort and luxury by glamping in the woods at Low Wray with a choice of safari tents or two awe-inspiring tree tents.

Pods

Enjoy getting close to nature in whilst staying a wooden camping pod. You'll appreciate the warmth and dryness of a wooden pod whatever the weather.

Campervan at Low Wray Campsite, near Ambleside, Lake District

Campervans and motorhomes

Pitch up in your own campervan or motorhome and enjoy a beck side, woodland or meadow setting at Low Wray Campsite.

Group campsite bookings in the Lake District

Group bookings at our campsites

A pizza coming out the oven — Enjoy a yummy wood-fired pizza, fresh to order

Dough Wray Café

Fuel up for your adventures and dine outdoors at our new pop-up wood-fired pizza spot. We'll have an assortment of other tasty options too. Details coming soon.

Features and facilities

Chemical disposal available
Laundry available
Play area available
Shop available
Showers available
Toilets available
Washing-up area available

Campsite map

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Additional Information

Family at Low Wray campsite on shore of Lake Windermere

FAQs

Useful information about Low Wray campsite, its facilities and the surrounding area.

Facilities

Low Wray Campsite has all the amenities you need, plus a few added extras such as bike hire and a bird hide, to make your stay with us even more enjoyable.

Site rules

We like everyone who stays at our campsite to have an enjoyable time, so we politely ask that you observe a few simple campsite rules.

Camping terms and conditions

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

Notes for guests

Booking office number: 015394 32733 , email: lakescampsites@nationaltrust.org.uk

Campsite reception number: 015394 32039

Pitches: Pitches are pre-allocated.

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

Arriving by road: From Ambleside - take the A593, turn left at Clappersgate on to the B5286. Turn left at the sign for Wray. The site is less than one mile on the left.

Arriving by bus: Pick up bus service 505, the Coniston Rambler, from Ambleside or Windermere railway station towards Hawkshead and disembark at Low Wray / Wray Castle road end where you'll have a 0.8 mile walk to the campsite. For timetable information, call 0871 200 22 33 or visit Traveline.

Arriving by boat: You can catch a boat across Lake Windermere from Ambleside to Wray Castle and then it's just a few minutes walk along the lake shore path to Low Wray campsite. See Windermere Lake Cruises for a timetable.

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 discount: We offer a car free discount if you arrive at Low Wray on foot, by bike, by water or by bus. Please retain any public transport tickets to claim the discount. Ask for details at reception when you arrive.

Accessibility: Read our access statement.

Pizza nights
Wood fired pizza will be available in 2020.