Just ten minutes from the Lake District National Park, The Larches Caravan Park is a peaceful, adult only site, home to wonderful wildlife and views towards Skiddaw. Pick between grass and hardstanding pitches, each fully serviced with designated facilities for each pitch welcoming both tents and tourers. An award-winning dog friendly site just 20 minutes from the Solway Coast for days out and Wigton is ten minutes away with shops and pubs.

Why choose The Larches Caravan Park

Winner of Best Adult Only Site North West England in our 2024 Camping and Glamping Awards

Peaceful, adult and dog friendly camping and touring site with idyllic countryside views

Award winning site with spacious pitches and dedicated bathrooms in the facility building

Just ten minutes from the Lake District's northern fells, 20 minutes from the Solway Coast AONB

About the site

Situated between the stunning landscapes of the Lake District and the beautiful beaches of the Solway Coast, this is an ideal spot to enjoy the outdoors. Being adult only, you can enjoy peace and quiet as you sit back and soak in the wonderful views towards Skiddaw and the Northern fells. All the pitches are fully serviced with water, waste and 16 amp electric. There are 15 grass pitches for both tents and tourers, along with 15 hardstanding pitches for tourers only. Each pitch allows up to just two guests to ensure the park is never too crowded. You also don't need to worry about sharing facilities as each pitch comes with its own dedicated wetroom in the facility block. Each includes a toilet, a basin and a shower so you can enjoy a relaxed morning routine without having to worry about a queue! There are also ten holiday homes on offer, each fully furnished and with central heating. The park is home to a host of natural creatures, so be on the alert for elusive red squirrels, swooping buzzards and plenty of other birds and wildlife waiting to meet you. Dogs can also join you onsite, with up to two allowed per pitch.

"We couldn't fault The Larches for price, service, location or cleanliness"

Brian M

"It's exactly what we were looking for - peace and quiet"

Robert C

"If you're looking for a very quiet calm and peaceful site ... this is the site for you!"

Mel H

"The toilet and shower facilities are the best we've had"

Lewis F

The Larches Caravan Park is open from 01/03 to 30/10 in 2025 and 2026.

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

Adult only

Dog exercise area

Electric hookups

Peaceful

Site facilities include an amenity block with designated bathrooms for each pitch that offers a shower, toilet with a hair dryer and even a vanity unit. There is a dog walking area on site and disabled facilities too. An on-site caravan accessories and supplies shop is provided for guests.

There is a Co-op Food just ten minutes from the site and the Greyhound Inn is just five minutes away.

The Larches Caravan Park is ideal for...

Couples

Peace and quiet

There are 40 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

15 x Fully Serviced Grass Pitches

Max 2 people

Grass pitches serviced with water, 16 amp electric hook up and waste water. Suitable for tents, trailer tents, roof tents, caravans, campervans and motorhomes.

15 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches

Max 2 people

Hardstanding pitches serviced with water, 16 amp electric hook up and waste water. Suitable for roof tents, caravans, campervans and motorhomes.

Other accommodation

10 x Holiday Homes

Spacious holiday homes with central heating, balconies and great mountain views.

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Susan G

VW-Type Campervan - Fully Serviced Hardstanding PitchesSep 2025

A lovely peaceful adults only site, really friendly and helpful owners. Couldn't do enough for us. Toilet facilities very good. Good location near Cockermouth and Bassenthwaite. Would recommend for someone looking for a peaceful informal spot to relax in.

Fantastic

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Tracy P

Single Axle Caravan - Fully Serviced Hardstanding PitchesSep 2025

We stayed here for the first time, and it will not be the last. Judith and her husband are the most wonderful hosts you will ever meet, warm, welcoming, helpful, full of knowledge about the local area, and so blooming hard working. Nothing was too much trouble for them, never have I felt more at home on a site. The pitches are all wonderful, not a bad one on site, beautiful, quiet, peaceful, great location and fantastic hot showers. An abundance of wildlife surrounds you, if you want a site that is well kept, clean, peaceful and full of warm welcoming people this is the site for you. We took our fur baby, who can be a challenge lol, Judith welcomed her with open arms and made an absolute fuss of her - by the end our fur baby was actively looking for her. The facilities were great for her and so many places to walk her. This is by far one of the nicest sites we have ever stayed on, and as soon as I can, we are booking to go back next year. If you're reading this then don't hesitate to book you will not be disappointed.

Lovely site

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William A

Motorhome - Fully Serviced Hardstanding PitchesSep 2025

The site is huge and has lots of room between pitches. Having your own spotless, warm bathroom is tremendous. Bus service from about half a mile up the road. The owners are very friendly and obliging.

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Site rules

What time is check-in and check out at The Larches Caravan Park?

Guests are welcome to check-in from 2pm until 8:30pm until September where check-in is between 2pm and 6pm. Please advise the site if you are delayed. Check out is due before noon on your last day.

Is The Larches Caravan Park dog-friendly?

Yes, four-legged friends are welcome to join you on your stay, with up to two allowed per pitch..

Does The Larches Caravan Park allow group bookings?

The site caters for couples only and does not accept group bookings. Hen and stag parties are not accepted.

Does The Larches Caravan Park allow BBQs and campfires?

BBQs are welcome but must but raised above the ground. Sorry, open fires are not permitted.

Pitches

What amp is the electric hook up at The Larches Caravan Park?

All pitches are fully serviced with 16 amp electric hook up.

Does The Larches Caravan Park allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?

Pup tents and awnings are allowed free of charge. Sorry, no gazebos.

Can I park near my pitch at The Larches Caravan Park? Or Is there parking adjacent to the pitch?

Yes you are welcome to park alongside your pitch.

Facilities

Does The Larches Caravan Park have a shop onsite?

Yes, there is an onsite supplies shop, selling basic supplies.

Is there WiFi at The Larches Caravan Park?

Sorry, there is no WiFi onsite.

What's nearby

What are the nearest public transport links to The Larches Caravan Park?

There is a bus stop a ten minute walk away, you can take the 600 into Cockermouth or the 554 to Keswick. The closest train stations are Wigton and Aspatria, both just over ten minutes away.

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Things to do on site and in the Mealsgate area

The first stop has to be the unmissable Lake District (10 minutes). You'll find tempting walking country, fishing and great local golf courses all nearby!

After you've had your pick of the Lakes' sights, drive over to the Solway Coast (20 minutes) with its great beaches. Perhaps even challenge yourself to take on a section of the ancient Hadrian's Wall, you can join the route at Burgh by Sands, 25 minutes away.

Carlisle (30 minutes) itself is brimming with history and Cockermouth (15 minutes) offers a chance to potter around Wordsworth's childhood home and then try a tour and a tipple at The Castle Brewery.

Other nearby attractions include: