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Beckses Caravan Park

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Penrith, Cumbria

Electric hardstanding pitches and static caravans at Beckses Caravan Park
Overview of Beckses Caravan Park
Fully insulated camping pods at Beckses Caravan Park
Caravan on electric hardstanding pitch
Caravans on electric hardstanding pitches with awnings
Caravans on electric hardstanding pitches with awnings
Caravans on electric hardstanding pitches
Electric hardstanding pitches next to static caravans
Electric hardstanding pitches next to static caravans
Electric hardstanding pitches and facilities block
Grass tent pitches (optional electric) with a parking space
Fully insulated camping pods
Camping pod dining area that coverts to a bed
Camping pod equipped with kettle and microwave
Camping pod convertible seating
Camping pod interior and outdoor view
Blencathra camping pod exterior
Blencathra camping pod with parking space, picnic bench, and decking
Blencathra camping pod bedroom with king size bed and radiator
Blencathra camping pod fully equipped kitchen with microwave, kettle, and oven
Blencathra camping pod bathroom with rainfall shower
Blencathra camping pod lounge area
Shared facilities block with toilet and showers
Play area at Beckses Caravan Park
Blencathra camping pod at night with outdoor lighting
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Beckses Caravan Park is a small, family run site situated within the glorious Lake District National Park. The park is well placed, offering a quiet base within a ten minute drive of Aira Force Waterfall and Ullswater, great for watersport lovers. You'll find a selection of tent and touring pitches, along with cosy glamping pods with heating and electric. Both families and dogs are welcome, with plenty of beautiful walks right from your base!

Why choose Beckses Caravan Park


Small, family run touring and glamping park set in a quiet location in the Lake District National Park

Family and dog friendly site, within a 20 minute walk of a charming pub and local farm shop

Ten minute drive from Ullswater and Aira Force Waterfall, 15 minutes to Castlerigg Stone Circle

About the site


Set within the Lake District, this is an ideal base to explore its stunning scenery, with easy access to Ullswater and Keswick. Spend your days exploring famous landmarks, seeing spectacular sights, climbing mountains or simply unwinding onsite! For caravans, campervans and motorhomes, the site provides 27 hardstanding pitches, each allowing up to five guests. All include 10 amp electric and have grass areas, with plenty of space to set up your awning or table and chairs for outdoor dining. Looking for something a little more luxurious? Opt for a stay in one of the camping pods, ideal for couples and families. Each one is equipped with seating and a table, which also folds down to make a double bed. There are also two single beds - one of which is able to be stored out of your way. To keep you warm, each pod is fully insulated and comes with a heater, lighting, microwave, kettle and USB charging points. Outside, you will also have a private decking area, along with a picnic bench to enjoy the sunshine. Please note, bedding is not provided. Or, opt for the Blencathra View pod, fitted with a king-sized bed, ensuite with a power shower, fully equipped kitchenette, WiFi, heating and a sofa. You will just need to bring your own towels. Outside this glamping pod is a private decking area, space for parking and a picnic bench so you can dine outside when the sun is shining. Tent campers are also catered for with a total of eight grass pitches, six with electric. Static caravan hire is also available. Guests can also cook up a BBQ, as long as they are raised off the ground. The local farm shop is the perfect place to pick up some ingredients. Please note, open fires are not permitted. Four-legged friends can also come along, with up to two allowed on each of the pitches. The pods are pet free.

"Perfect location for exploring The Lake District...Overall, lovely site and will return."

Paul S

"Beautifully maintained grounds and really pleasant friendly people"

Rebecca R

"A gorgeous, quiet location for a wholesome weekend away from the chaos of city life!"

Abigail S

"The facilities were spotless and the grounds well kept"

Isobel D

Beckses Caravan Park is open from 01/04 to 09/11.


Facilities and amenities

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Dog exercise area

Electric hookups

Glamping

Kids playground

Laundry

Near pub

Peaceful

Site facilities include two toilet blocks with hot water and no push-button showers. There is also a laundry service with a washroom and a children's play area, along with a dog walk.

The Herdwick Inn is a 15 minute walk away, serving food and drink. The Miler Farm Shop is also just a 20 minute walk away with delicious local produce. There is a public bus route within 200m of the site, which runs to West Cumbria via Keswick through the summer.

Great for walkers

Enjoy a picturesque stroll around the Aira Force Waterfall, just a ten minute drive from the site.


A note from the site themselves...

Our site was first opened in the early 1960s by founder John Teasdale. Since then, the site has remained in the same family and continues to realise its ambition of retaining a small site with a warm Cumbrian welcome!



Beckses Caravan Park is ideal for...

Couples
Older children (13+)
Peace and quiet
Rallies
Young children

There are 40 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Electric hardstanding pitches
Electric hardstanding pitches
Electric hardstanding pitches
Electric hardstanding pitches
Electric hardstanding pitches
Electric hardstanding pitches and static caravans
Electric hardstanding pitches and facilities block
Shared facilities block

27 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 5 people

Hardstanding pitches for touring caravans, campervans and motorhomes. All include 10 amp electric and grass areas with space for an awning.


8 x Grass Tent Pitches (Optional Electric)

Max 5 people

Grass pitches in the tent field for tents only. Six of the eight pitches include electric.

2 x Static Caravans

Max 4 people

Each caravan offers WiFi, central heating and double-glazing throughout. A fully equipped kitchen includes a gas oven, a full sized integrated fridge/freezer. Both caravans also offer a king size bedroom with ensuite facilities.


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Relocation of pitch

Stephen L

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Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding PitchesOct 2025

We asked to move to a more sheltered pitch and this was approved no problem.

Touring caravan (6.5m twin axle) - Sept 25

Paul S

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Twin Axle Caravan - Electric Hardstanding PitchesSep 2025

Perfect location for exploring The Lake District. Site was well maintained with good size pitches for tourers, caravan and campers alike. Dog friendly with good onsite poochy exercise area. Showers were probably the best we have ever seen at any site - clean, with no annoying push button!! The Herdwick Inn, approx 1 Mile from site, is very welcoming with a fantastic range of food and drink. Overall, lovely site and will return to continue our touring of this beautiful part of the world - thanks.

Our stay

Rachael B

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Sprinter-Type Campervan - Electric Hardstanding PitchesSep 2025

The site was small with a selection of accommodation. We went when it was quiet, so the shower rooms and washing up area were clean and available, cannot comment on how this would be in busier times. The site is on a busy main road, which some may find intrusive, and it would have been helpful to be provided with some local knowledge of any accessible walking routes.

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Site rules

Guests are welcome to check-in at Beckses Caravan Park from 1pm until 6pm for touring and from 2pm until 6pm for glamping. Please advise the site if you are delayed. Departure is due before 11am on your last day of touring or before 10:30am for glamping.
Yes, Beckses Caravan Park is dog friendly, with up to two allowed per pitch. Please note that the pods are pet free. Breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted.
Yes, Beckses Caravan Park allows raised BBQs, perfect for al fresco dining in the evenings. Campfires are not permitted.
No, Beckses Caravan Park caters for families and couples only, and does not accept group bookings. Hen and stag parties are not accepted.
Yes, Beckses Caravan Park operates a quiet policy after 9pm.

Pitches

Beckses Caravan Park allows awnings to be added to your booking for a small fee. Gazebos and pup tents are not permitted.
The electric hook up at Beckses Caravan Park is 10 amp.
No, bedding and towels are not included at Beckses Caravan Park. Please be sure to bring your own!
Yes, there are spaces near or at your pitch at Beckses Caravan Park.

Facilities

No, sorry, Beckses Caravan Park does not have WiFi.
No, Beckses Caravan Park does not have a shop, but The Miler Farm Shop is also just a 20 minute walk away for local produce. Penrith is a ten minute drive with plenty of supermarkets for picking up essentials.
No, Beckses Caravan Park does not have a restaurant or cafe, but The Herdwick Inn is a 20 minute stroll for food and drink.
No, Beckses Caravan Park does not have EV charging, but there is an InstaVolt Charging Station, a ten minute drive away.
There should be a strong 4G signal at Beckses Caravan Park, especially for those with Vodafone and EE.

Getting there

Penrith Taxis can be contacted at 01768 899298, and A-Cabs Taxi Penrith can be contacted at 07482 289021.
Beckses Caravan Park has a bus stop right outside the site.

What's nearby

Beckses bus stop is just outside of Beckses Caravan Park, and the nearest train station is Penrith, just a ten minute drive away.
The Herdwick Inn is a 20 minute walk from Beckses Caravan Park, serving hearty pub meals and drinks. Royal Penrith and Robin Hood Inn are a ten minute drive away.
Penruddock village is just a 20 minute walk from Beckses Caravan Park, home to a charming pub.
Aira Force Waterfall is a ten minute drive from Beckses Caravan Park, and Lowther Castle and Gardens is a 25 minute drive away.

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Things to do on site and in the Penrith area

Being in the Lake District, there are so many magnificent attractions nearby. The Aira Force Waterfall is only ten minutes away and offers a wonderful walking route with the spectacular falls at the end.

For a relaxing boat trip, head to Ullswater's Steamers (20 minutes). Operating for over 160 years, the vintage cruiseliners take you across the expansive lake, with stops and beautiful views along the way.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Castlerigg Stone Circle (15 minutes)
  • Skiddaw (20 minutes)
  • Derwentwater (20 minutes)
  • Honister Slate Mine (40 minutes)
  • Windermere (45 minutes)
The listing for Beckses Caravan Park was last updated on October 10th, 2025 at 3:11 PM

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