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Wasdale Campsite

Wasdale Head, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1EX
Camping at Wasdale Campsite, Seascale, Lake District, Cumbria
View from tent opening at Wasdale Campsite
Camping at Wasdale Campsite, Seascale, Lake District, Cumbria
Pod
Wooden camping pods at the campsite at Wasdale Head, Lake District
Walkers with view back to Wasdale campsite
Walkers at Wasdale with our campsite on the right hand side
Enjoy the view of England's highest fells from the comfort of a bell tent at Wasdale
The interior of the bell tent located at Wasdale Campsite
Wasdale in Autumn
Camping at Wasdale Campsite, Seascale, Lake District, Cumbria View from tent opening at Wasdale Campsite Camping at Wasdale Campsite, Seascale, Lake District, Cumbria Pod Wooden camping pods at the campsite at Wasdale Head, Lake District Walkers with view back to Wasdale campsite Walkers at Wasdale with our campsite on the right hand side Enjoy the view of England's highest fells from the comfort of a bell tent at Wasdale The interior of the bell tent located at Wasdale Campsite Wasdale in Autumn

At-a-glance details

  • Type of accommodation Tents Motorhomes Campervans Pods Tipis
  • No of places / pitches120
  • Seasons
    1 January 2019 - 31 December 2020
  • Minimum stay2 night(s)
  • Dogs welcome per pitch2
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About Wasdale Campsite

This remote valley, with towering mountains, cascading screes and an awe-inspiring lake, is an adventurer’s paradise.

Wasdale Campsite boasts a very impressive location. As well as space for tents, Wasdale is home to seven heated camping pods and offers 11 campervan pitches with hard standings and electric hook ups.

Facilities at the campsite include an on-site shop, a recently refurbished toilet and shower block, washing-up areas, a laundry room, electric hook-up to tents and charge points for electric bikes.

The pop-up cafe in the adjacent car park is open every weekend during the high season and every day during the school holidays for hot drinks and a variety of cakes and snacks.

Ideal for walkers, the site is situated in between Wastwater and Wasdale Head and is perfectly placed for tackling the Lake District’s highest fells, including Scafell Pike, England’s tallest mountain. Otherwise, the area is great for cyclists too, just make sure you have the right bike and equipment as the area’s trails can get a little adventurous.

 

 

 

Enquire and book

Call 015394 32733

Opening times

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

Camping at Wasdale Campsite, Seascale, Lake District, Cumbria

Tents 

Our campsite at Wasdale is located in a spectacular setting at the foot of England's highest mountains and a stone's throw from Wastwater, England's deepest lake.

Pod

Camping pods 

Stay in one of our cosy pods and benefit from a few simple indoor comforts whilst staying in the great outdoors.

The spacious bell tent at Wasdale Campsite

Glamping 

For an alternative camping adventure, we have a spacious bell tent which is airy, spacious and equipped with a wood-burning stove that can turn a cold night into a cosy, snug experience.

Campervan

Campervans and motorhomes 

Campervanners and motorhome owners are very welcome at all our campsites.

Features and facilities

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

Campsite map

View campsite map (PDF 2453 KB)

Additional Information

Mountain biking in Wasdale, Cumbria

FAQs 

Useful information about Wasdale Campsite, its facilities and the surrounding area.

Walkers at Wasdale with our campsite on the right hand side

Facilities 

Our campsite at Wasdale is located in a spectacular setting at the foot of England's highest mountains and a stone's throw from Wastwater, England's deepest lake.

Wasdale Campsite

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.

Stay safe on the fells

View of Scafell Pike

Climbing Scafell Pike - Planning and preparation 

We want your adventure on Scafell Pike to be remembered for all the right reasons. Here you will find some advice about preparing and planning your trip.

Keswick Mountain Rescue team with stretcher, Keswick, Cumbria

Mountain safety advice 

Mountains and moorlands can be treacherous places if you don't take proper care. But with careful planning, clothing and equipment, and an understanding of possible dangers, they can be wonderful and challenging places to enjoy.

Campers pitch their tent

Camping terms and conditions 

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

Notes for guests

Campsite booking number: 015394 32733, email: lakescampsites@nationaltrust.org.uk

Campsite reception number: 01946 726220

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: Wasdale Head is reached from the main A595. From the south, turn right at Holmrook for Santon Bridge and follow signs up to Wasdale Head. From the north, turn left at Gosforth.

Arriving by train: There is a four mile mountain walk from Irton and Dalegarth stations, on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway. Visit Ravenglass railway. Please note, there is a greatly reduced timetable in winter.

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The Scafell massif clothed in its winter robes

Wasdale

Towering mountains and the deepest lake in England
Buttermere in winter

Buttermere Valley

Tranquil area of dramatic fells, farms and woodland, encompassing three lakes
Winter walker on the edge of Derwent Water, Lake District

Borrowdale and Derwent Water

Spectacular and varied lakeland landscape around Derwent Water
View of Mickleden and Great Langdale from Side Pike at Sticklebarn

Sticklebarn and The Langdales

An adventure playground of rugged slopes, craggy summits and a cracking pint
Snow-capped peaks of the Ennerdale skyline with a glimpse of Ennerdale Water through wintery trees

Ennerdale

Home of the Wild Ennerdale project with 30 miles of traffic-free paths
Walkers and their dogs at Blea Tarn in Eskdale and Duddon Valley, Cumbria

Eskdale and Duddon Valley

Valleys of many delights

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Wasdale Campsite

Wasdale Head, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1EX
Check availability and book
Call 015394 32733
Email lakescampsites@nationaltrust.org.uk

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About the Acorn rating

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To help find the best cottage for you, we have created our own quality rating system for our holiday cottages called the Acorn rating. Ranging from 1-5 Acorns, the rating gives you an indication of a property’s facilities, fixtures and fittings, with five being the highest quality level. The Acorn rating is not connected to any other industry rating system that may be used for holiday cottages and is only to be used as a guide that covers location, style of interior and the facilities you may be looking for. We do not set our cottage pricing based on the Acorn rating we have given a cottage as all our cottages are of an individual nature. Therefore, we recommend that all factors are considered when making your choice. In addition, some of our cottages are curated to be sympathetic to their time period. This means that they might not have all of the aspects of modern living, but impress in so many other ways.

1 Acorn: simple living accommodation with basic furniture and fixtures fit for purpose and clean. Running water and a toilet 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 are again clearly stated). Facilities for basic catering and living are provided. In general, a 1 Acorn cottage does not have WiFi.

2 Acorn: a mid-quality range of furniture and fittings. Bathroom facilities are basic or there may be a high number of guests to bathroom ratio depending on the size of the cottage. Very few 2 Acorn cottages have WiFi and the kitchen white goods and washing facilities are basic. Bedding, linen and towels are supplied in all 2-5 Acorn cottages.

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 kitchen, or a lower bathroom to guest ratio. The variety of white goods available will be better than a 2 Acorn cottage.

4 Acorn: these cottages have more premium furniture, fittings and lighting. Additionally the ratio of bathrooms to guests is likely to be higher, and the bathrooms would be more likely to have separate and spacious showers instead of showers over baths.

5 Acorn: a luxury accommodation offer with very few limiting factors. This is the highest offer available. It is well-equipped and has spacious facilities throughout the cottage or is set within an extraordinary location or building. The furniture is of a high standard, and has real comfort for modern living.

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