Little Acre Camping
Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
Whether you're exploring the Dales or the Lakes, Little Acre Camping is ideal - only a 15 minute drive from both. Relax in the tent here and take the pooch for a stroll by the peaceful Lancaster Canal (just adjacent to site) or hop on a bus to Kendal or Kirkby Lonsdale (both 15 minutes away). Just across the road, is the popular dog friendly Crooklands Hotel, with a bar and very good food served all day. The site is for adults (16+) only!
Why choose Little Acre Camping
Runner up of Best Caravan Park North West England in our 2025 Camping and Glamping Awards
Featured in our 2025 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites
Relaxed, adult only (16+) park, just a 15 minute drive from the Dales or the Lakes
Lancaster Canal is just across from the site, with views across the water
Dog friendly site with plenty of surrounding walks ideal for you and your pooch
About the site
This camping base is family-run and offers a peaceful break in a rural setting, less than two minutes from the M6, with the Lake District and beautiful Yorkshire Dales both 15 minutes away. This is a nice stopping off point if you are on a long road trip, whether southbound or northbound. It is for adults (16+) only to ensure a relaxed atmosphere! Tent pitches are spacious and the tent field is never overcrowded. All tents enjoy complimentary, fast and reliable WiFi and if you book an electric pitch, you'll have a 10 amp hook up too. The pitches for campervans, sprinter campervans and motorhomes are flat hardstanding pitches, with electric hook up and water adjacent to them. You can meet the wildlife along the adjacent Lancaster Canal, which is home to ducks, swans, herons and more - perhaps even cattle paddling in the canal at times! The site is dog friendly with the canal towpath making a great place for your four legged friends to stretch their legs or for humans to have a wander and unwind. There is a shop in a 24-hour petrol station and a bakery in the village of Endmoor - both are about a ten minute walk away. Please note, the youngest age of someone staying is 16 years old. Little Acre only takes single pitch bookings and does not accept groups. The onsite WiFi covers the entire site.
Little Acre Camping is open from 27/02 to 07/11. Pitches from £27/night for 2 people.
"We feel we've found a hidden gem with this beautiful campsite"
Glynn L
"Never been on such an immaculate site, couldn't fault anything"
Claire D
"Best campsite we have ever been to"
Nicole G
"This is an incredible little site, managed by an exceptionally friendly and helpful chap"
Graham O
"I have never seen someone work so hard to keep things tip top"
Kirsty B
"Good facilities are a must for me but this is hotel standard!"
Jade M
Great for pubs
Take a short stroll over the canal bridge to dog friendly Crooklands Inn pub for a hearty meal or a refreshing drink. The Club Inn's a 20 minutes away, too!
Great for walkers
Park or pitch up here for a peaceful stopover just 15 minutes from the Dales and Lakes, with scenic views and plenty of walking routes all around!
There are 27 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
5 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Max 4 people
Spacious pitches for tents and trailer tents. The pitches enjoy complimentary WiFi. Each pitch gets one allocated vehicle space and additional vehicles need to be booked in advance.
7 x Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Max 4 people
Spacious pitches for tents and trailer tents. The pitches have 10 amp electric and complimentary WiFi and each pitch gets one allocated vehicle space. Each pitch can accommodate additional vehicles and gazebos and these need to be booked in advance.
15 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Max 5 people
Flat, hardstanding pitches suitable for roof tents, campervans, sprinter campervans, tentboxes and motorhomes with a 16 amp electric hook up.
Need to know
Frequently asked questions about Little Acre Camping
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Site rules
Is Little Acre Camping dog-friendly?
Yes, Little Acre Camping is dog friendly, with up to five dogs permitted per pitch.
What time is check-in and check out at Little Acre Camping?
Check-in at Little Acre Camping is available from 1pm on your day of arrival. Please call the site if you expect to be arriving after 6:30pm. Check out is due by 12 noon on your final day (this may be able to be extended by prior arrangement).
Does Little Acre Camping allow BBQs and campfires?
Yes, BBQs and fire pits are allowed at Little Acre Camping, but must be raised off the ground.
What is the check-in/check out process at Little Acre Camping?
Little Acre Camping operates a self check-in process and will email over all of the details before you arrive.
Does Little Acre Camping allow groups or pitches being booked together?
No, Little Acre Camping does not allow group bookings as the site aims to provide a peaceful stay for all guests.
Pitches
Are awnings, pup tents and gazebos allowed at Little Acre Camping?
At Little Acre Camping, gazebos are allowed for a small nightly charge. Awnings and pup tents are not allowed.
Can I park next to my pitch at Little Acre Camping?
Yes, you are welcome to park on your pitch at Little Acre Camping. Extra vehicles can be added as a bookable extra.
What amp is the electric hook up at Little Acre Camping?
The electric grass tent pitches at Little Acre Camping have 10 amp electric hook ups. The electric hardstanding pitches have 16 amp electric hook ups.
Is electric included in the price of my booking at Little Acre Camping? Or is it an additional cost?
All of the electric pitches at Little Acre Camping have your usage included in the price of your booking.
How many tents are allowed per pitch at Little Acre Camping?
At Little Acre Camping, it is just one tent/touring unit per pitch.
Facilities
Is there WiFi at Little Acre Camping?
Yes, site-wide WiFi is available at Little Acre Camping. Two devices are included free of charge.
Does Little Acre Camping have a shop onsite?
No, there is not a shop at Little Acre Camping. For picking up essentials, there is a petrol station a two minute drive away, or small supermarkets in Milnthorpe, a ten minute drive away.
Is there a restaurant or cafe at Little Acre Camping?
No, sorry, there isn't a restaurant or cafe at Little Acre Camping. However, the Crooklands Hotel is a two minute walk away, serving a range of meals daily. It is recommended that you book ahead to ensure a space.
Does Little Acre Camping have electric vehicle charging?
No, Little Acre Camping does not have EV charging, but the ChargePlace Scotland Charging Station is a two minute drive, or the InstaVolt Charging Station is a ten minute drive away.
What is phone signal like at Little Acre Camping?
Most phone service providers should be able to access a phone and 4G signal at Little Acre Camping. Free WiFi is also available.
Getting there
What is access like for touring at Little Acre Camping?
Tourers should have no issue with access at Little Acre Camping. It is located close to the M6 and B roads. Some guests may just need to pull to the side to allow other vehicles to pass in the short lane leading to the site.
What are the nearest public transport links to Little Acre Camping?
The nearest train station to Little Acre Camping is Oxenholme, which is a ten minute drive away. The closest bus stop is the Crooklands Hotel which is a two minute walk from the site. There are around five services a day to Kirkby Lonsdale and Ingleton.
Are there any local taxi service companies to Little Acre Camping?
Local taxi companies to Little Acre Camping include 24/7 Taxis South Lakes (015395 63405) and Lakeside Taxis (01539 239239).
What is the nearest bus stop to Little Acre Camping?
The closest bus stop to Little Acre Camping is the Crooklands Hotel, which is a two minute walk from the site. There are around five services a day to Kirkby Lonsdale and Ingleton.
What's nearby
What are the nearest pubs to Little Acre Camping?
The nearest pub to Little Acre Camping is Crooklands, a two minute walk away. The pub serves food all day, but booking is recommended.
What are the nearest beaches to Little Acre Camping?
The nearest beaches to Little Acre Camping are Arnside Beach (15 minutes) and Silverdale Cove (20 minutes).
What is within walking distance of Little Acre Camping?
Westmorland County Showground is a ten minute walk from Little Acre Camping. If you fancy food, the Crookland Hotel is a two minute walk, or The Club Inn pub is 20 minutes away. There is also a canal across the road for waterside strolls.
Does Little Acre Camping have direct access to the nearby canal?
The Lancaster Canal has gate access just across the road from Little Acre Camping.
What walking routes are close to Little Acre Camping?
Guests will have direct access to the Crooklands Canal Walk. Stainton Aqueduct and Farleton Knott are also within a 50 minute walk of Little Acre Camping.
Other
Can I book a motorhome, caravan, campervan or roofbox tent pitch at Little Acre Camping?
Yes, you can book a motorhome, campervan, caravan or roofbox tent pitch, however, caravans will need to book a pitch at Little Acre Holiday Park.
Is there a recommended electric hook up cable length I should use at Little Acre Camping?
Little Acre Camping recommends a minimum length of 15 metres for your electric hook up cable. They also have spare cables in the office that they're happy to lend if needed.
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