Metal Bridge Pods is set on the grounds of a country pub just North of Cumbria. Five pods cater to all types of travellers whether you're solo, with a loved one or with your family. Kids from 3+. Each has comfy beds, seating and fairy lights, outside is a patio with a table and chairs. The Metal Bridge Inn offers drinks, food and a good atmosphere! Great for exploring both Cumbria and the Lakes as well as the Scottish borders. Dog friendly too.

Family from age 3+ and dog friendly camping pods with an onsite pub serving a range of food and drink

Options for couples or families with a covered outdoor area with countryside views

20 minutes to Carlisle and five minutes to Gretna, within easy reach of the Solway Coast AONB

About Metal Bridge Pods

A small site set North of Carlisle, offering a great base for exploring Cumbria and the Scottish borders by car. There is an onsite pub that serves a range of tasty food and drink so no need to worry about dinner! There are five camping pods onsite, one with twin beds and four with a double bed to suit all travellers. Inside each pod is seating, a coffee table, diesel heaters, USB charging ports and fairy lights. Bedding is included. Outside the pods is a covered decking area with seating. You're ideally located for day trips to both Cumbria and the Scottish borders so hop in the car and get exploring! The National Cycle Route 7 runs past the site too, so be sure to bring your bikes! Alternatively, Gretna Green is ten minutes away known as the marriage capital of the UK, perfect for those on a romantic break. Carlisle is just 20 minutes by car too. Your canine companion is welcome in all of the pods, please ensure that they are kept under control at all times and cleaned up after.

The site is open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year.


Facilities and amenities

There is a shared facility block with toilets and there are free, hot showers available inside the pub.

There is a pub onsite which serves a range of food and drink. If you wish to self cater there are shops in Gretna, a 5 minute drive away.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


Map and address

Park address

Metal Bridge Pods,

Metal Bridge Inn, Metal Bridge, Carlisle, Cumbria & Lake District, CA6 4HG

Coordinates

54.9739, -3.0091 | NY 35 64

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Metal Bridge Pods is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 5 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Twin Glamping Pod (Dog Friendly)

Max 2 people

Furnished with two single beds, each with bedding and linen supplied. Inside is a coffee table, seating and battery powered lights. Outside is a patio with a table and chairs. Dog friendly. Access to shared facilities nearby.

4 x Double Glamping Pods (Dog Friendly)

Max 2 people

Furnished with a double bed with bedding and linen supplied. Inside is a coffee table, seating and battery powered lights. Outside is a patio with a table and chairs. Dog friendly. Access to shared facilities nearby.


Metal Bridge Pods reviews

4.68 /5

12 reviews

100%

would recommend

Overall
4.68
Location
4.5
Value for money
5
Service
4.92
Facilities
4.42
Cleanliness
4.58

Great stay

Jessica H

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Camping Pod - Twin Glamping Pod (Dog Friendly)Sep 2024

We had a great weekend stay here. The price is more than reasonable in comparison to other, similar pods. Communication up to and during the stay was really good and efficient. The pod itself is spacious and the outdoor decking is an added bonus. The on-site pub is very reasonably priced and all staff are friendly and welcoming. The toilets were ok facilities wise, but did appear to be a bit dirty at times. We had a problem with charging electronics, but it was sorted within 10 minutes of me contacting them. My only slight criticism is the charging situation. We had 3 batteries, with several plugs, directly next to a diesel heater and no fire extinguisher close by. Overall, a really great stay.

Brilliant value for money

Janey H

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Camping Pod - Double Glamping Pods (Dog Friendly)Sep 2024

Brilliant facilities, very comfortable bed and my dog loved his stay there. Will be back again.

2 night stay

Lee B

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Camping Pod - Double Glamping Pods (Dog Friendly)Sep 2024

Food was excellent in the pub. Make sure you book in advance to not be disappointed.

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FAQ

Check in is from 2pm and check out is due before 11am.

Yes, your dogs are more than welcome here but please make sure to keep them on a lead and do not leave them unattended.

Yes, BBQs are allowed but please make sure they are raised off the ground. Sorry, no open fires are allowed.

Yes, bedding is provided.


For those looking for some outdoor adventures, there is the National Cycle Route 7 which runs straight past the site which runs from Sunderland all the way to Inverness! Or, if walking is more your thing, the Lake District can be reached within 50 minutes, full of scenic hikes.

Carlisle (20 minutes) is great if you're looking for a city to explore, Carlisle Castle is a must! Be sure to walk along the castle walls and visit the castle's military museum for some rich history. There are also a range of shops and restaurants for rainy days.

If you're looking for a bigger city to explore Newcastle can be reached within an hour. Gretna Green (10 minutes) is a village in Scotland known as the marriage capital of the UK and a romantic wedding destination, not forgetting Caledonia park for shopping!

Things to see and do in the area include:

  • Solway Coast AONB (35 minutes)
  • Caerlaverock Castle (40 minutes)
  • Ullswater (50 minutes)
  • Aira Force (50 minutes)
  • Helvellyn (1 hour)
The listing for Metal Bridge Pods was last updated on October 7th, 2024 at 2:17 PM

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