Wildscape Retreat and Campsite is a simple site, located in the Yorkshire Dales National Park and 30 minutes from the Lake District. The site offers back to basics non electric grass pitches suitable for tents, campervans and motorhomes. With peaceful views of the Cumbrian hills, you can relax onsite watching the farm animals, or cosy up around a campfire with your dogs and take in the surrounding nature. Just 30 minutes to Kendal.

Why choose Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite

A small, back to basic site with camping, touring, and glamping with views of the Cumbrian hills

Located in the Yorkshire Dales National Park and 30 minutes from the Lake District

Family and dog friendly camping set on a working farm with onsite animals

About the site

This small, simple site set on a working sheep farm offers an escape from the hustle of the everyday. Located five minute drive from Ravenstonedale and 30 minutes from the Lake District, you can explore the countryside one day and relax onsite, taking in the views the next. Just 30 minutes from Wain Wath Force. The site has ten 8m x8m non electric grass pitches for tents and trailer tents, and three non electric 8m x 8m grass pitches suitable for campervans and motorhomes. There are four bell tents available that sleep up to five people. Two futon beds with foam mattresses with bedding and linens are provided by the site, any additional guests will need to bring their own beds and bedding. The bell tents are pet free. Located on a working sheep farm, you can watch the flock from some pitches, and there are opportunities to interact with farm animals and learn about rural life. There are plenty of local walks for differing abilities, as well as those looking to explore the Yorkshire Dales. The site doesn't have any showers, so guests will need to provide their own. Dogs are welcome to join you, with up to four per pitch. Campfires are allowed during your stay. BBQs are not permitted.

Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite is open on the following dates for 2025: 04/07 to 07/07, 11/07 to 14/07, 18/07 to 21/07, 25/07 to 28/07, 01/08 to 04/08, 08/08 to 11/08, 15/08 to 27/08 and 29/08 to 31/08.

"Remote and beautiful"

Hannah F

"Perfect quiet getaway with stunning views"

Lorna S

"A beautiful, peaceful spot with a relaxed vibe"

Jamie E

What facilities are at Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Fires allowed

Glamping

Peaceful

Wash up area

Please note that there are no showers onsite, guests will need to provide their own. The site facilities include a hut with a compost toilet and sink within the camping field and a washing up area. There opportunities to interact with farm animals and learn about rural life.

The closest shop is a Co-op a ten minutes drive away from the site. The King's Head is a 25 minute walk away from the site and serves food seven days a week.

There are 17 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

4 x Bell Tent

Max 5 people

Bell tent with two sprung futon beds with foam mattresses made up with bedding and linen. Additional guests will need to bring their own beds and bedding. Shared facilities nearby. Sorry, no pets.

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Elizabeth A

Motorhome - Non Electric Grass Motorhome Pitches Aug 2025

This was an amazing off grid camping spot. The owners are really helpful and friendly. The site is relaxed and peaceful. A short walk to 2 lovely pubs with food. Cant wait to go back.

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Mark O

Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches Aug 2025

Great place

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Molly S

Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches Aug 2025

Great stay! Susan was lovely and welcoming. The site felt safe for a solo traveler. Facilities as described and well cleaned.

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Frequently asked questions about Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite

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Site rules

What time is check-in and check out at Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite?

Check-in is available from noon until 8pm, if you are going to be delayed please let the site know. Check out is due before 11am on your final day.

Is Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite dog-friendly?

Yes, the camping pitches are dog friendly with up to four dogs permitted to join you on each pitch for an additional charge. Please ensure that dogs are kept on the lead at all times and not left unattended, and breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted. The bell tents do not allow dogs, sorry.

Does Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite allow BBQs and campfires?

Campfires and BBQs are permitted as long as they are raised off the ground.

Does Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite allow groups or pitches being booked together?

Yes, groups are welcome at this site.

Does Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite have a quiet time or noise policy?

Yes, the site operates a quiet policy between 11pm and 7am.

Pitches

Does Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?

Awnings, gazebos, and pup tents are welcome free of charge.

Can I park near my pitch at Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite? Or Is there parking adjacent to the pitch?

One car is permitted to park by your pitch, any additional cars must be parked in the designated parking area. Please note that a car is only included in the rate for touring caravans and tents, otherwise please select the extra.

What amp is the electric hook up at Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite?

The pitches at Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite are all non electric.

Facilities

Is there WiFi at Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite?

No, sorry WiFi is not provided at Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite, this gives you a chance to spend some time away from your devices.

Does Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite have a shop onsite?

There isn't a shop onsite, but there is a Co-op a ten minute walk from the campsite for picking up the essentials.

Is there a restaurant or cafe at Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite?

Sorry, there isn't a restaurant or cafe onsite but there is a pub a 20 minute walk from the site which serves food and drink seven days a week.

Does Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite have electric vehicle charging?

No, sorry the site does not have any EV chargers.

What's nearby

What are the nearest public transport links to Wildscapes Retreat and Campsite?

There is a bus stop a 25 minute walk from the campsite, or the nearest train station is a five minute drive away in Kirkby Stephen.

Things to do on site and in the Kirkby Stephen area

Head out to the Lake District (30 minutes) and try you hand at some water sports, or visit The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction (50 minutes) and immersive yourself in the land of Peter Rabbit.

Being set in the Yorkshire Dales National Park means there are plenty of walks, hikes and cycle paths of varying degrees of difficulty in and around the hills.

One walking look is the Newbiggin on Lune and Crosby Garret Circular, rated hard in difficulty, taking approximately five and half hours to complete and dog friendly (when kept on leads), this route is a great way to take in the surrounding area! The start is less than a five minute drive from the site.

Kendal town is a 30 minute drive from the site, where you can find restaurants, cafes, golf courses, and KendalWall, Lakeland Climbing Centres. There's something to keep everyone entertained.

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