Shepherds Views Holidays
Drigg, Holmrook, Cumbria
Drigg, Holmrook, Cumbria
Shepherds Views Holidays is a family-run campsite in 230 acres of farmland on the edge of the Lake District, five minutes from Seascale and the beach. Tents and tourers can choose from a mix of grass and hardstanding pitches, some fully serviced or with 10 amp electric. For glamping, there are also two cosy camping pods with electric and heating. Onsite, there is a handy small shop and bike hire, with the base of Scafell Pike within 30 minutes!
Why choose Shepherds Views Holidays
Family-run camping and glamping site on a 230 acre farm with a handy shop and bike hire!
Within a 30 minute walk of the beach and Seascale, a 20 minute stroll to a train station
On the edge of the Lake District, within a 30 minute drive of Wast Water and Scafell Pike
About the site
Sitting on the edge of the Lake District and just minutes from the coast, this peaceful campsite offers easy access to some of Cumbria's most famous landscapes. You can enjoy great views from your pitch, with regular visits from local wildlife including the resident barn owl! For tent campers, there are 5m x 5m grass pitches, or larger 7m x 7m pitches that also allow trailer tents. Roof tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes can pitch up on combination hardstanding and grass pitches, measuring a spacious 12m x 6m. All options are available both without electric, or with a 10 amp hook up. Caravans and motorhomes can also upgrade to a fully serviced hardstanding pitch, which includes a 10 amp electric, grey waste and water hook up, measuring 12m x 6m. For a simple glamping stay, the site also offers cosy camping pods for up to two people. These are a great option for couples or friends with two Z-beds and self inflating mattresses. Each pod has electric, lighting and a small heater, with an outdoor chimenea and seating, along with shared facilities close by. Bedding and towels are not provided, so please bring your own. Children can enjoy the football pitch, while dogs have their own exercise area. At reception, guests will find a small shop selling everyday essentials, along with bike hire for exploring the quiet lanes and nearby trails. The local area is easy to explore on foot. Restaurants and pubs in Seascale are within a 30 minute walk, and Drigg train station is around a 20 minute walk away, making days out without the car simple. Open fires are only allowed in the raised fire pits provided, and BBQs must also be raised off the ground. Please note, fire pits are not permitted on the fully serviced pitches. Up to two dogs are also welcome per pitch, although the camping pods are dog free.
Open all year for campervans, caravans and motorhomes, tent pitches and camping pods are available from 15th March to 1st November. Stay from £31/night for 2 people (2-night minimum).
There are 70 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
16 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches without electric suitable for tents up to 5m x 5m.
13 x Large Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches without electric for tents and trailer tents up to 7m x 7m.
5 x Non Electric Hardstanding and Grass Touring Pitches
Max 6 people
Hardstanding pitches with a grass area for roof tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes up to 12m x 6m.
12 x Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches with 10 amp electric for tents and trailer tents up to 5m x 5m.
12 x Large Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches with 10 amp electric for tents and trailer tents up to 7m x 7m.
7 x Electric Hardstanding and Grass Touring Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches with a hardstanding area and 10 amp electric suitable for roof tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes up to 12m x 6m.
3 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Touring Pitches
Max 6 people
Hardstanding pitches with 10 amp electric, grey waste and water hookup, suitable for caravans and motorhomes up to 12m x 6m.
Need to know
Frequently asked questions about Shepherds Views Holidays
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Site rules
What time is check-in and check out at Shepherds Views Holidays?
Check-in at Shepherds Views Holidays is available between 1pm until 6pm. Please advise the site if you are delayed. If the site has not heard from you within 24 hours of expected arrival, they reserve the right to re-let your stay. Check out is due by 11am on your final day.
Is Shepherds Views Holidays dog-friendly?
Yes, Shepherds Views Holidays is dog friendly, with up to two dogs permitted per pitch, though the camping pods are dog free.
Does Shepherds Views Holidays allow BBQs and campfires?
BBQs and fire pits are welcome at Shepherds Views Holidays, just please ensure these are raised from the ground. Ground campfires are not permitted. Please note, fire pits are not permitted on the fully serviced pitches.
Does Shepherds Views Holidays allow groups or pitches being booked together?
No, Shepherds Views Holidays does not allow group bookings as the site is aimed at couples and families.
Does Shepherds Views Holidays have a quiet time or noise policy?
Yes, Shepherds Views Holidays does operate a quiet policy between 11pm and 8am.
Does Shepherds Views Holidays allow day guests to visit those staying onsite?
Yes, Shepherds Views Holidays does allow day visitors/guests but they will need to check-in at reception and pay a small fee for the day. Visitor's cars are not permitted on site, they must be parked in the designated area and are permitted between the hours of 10am-8pm. They must leave the premises by 8pm.
Pitches
Does Shepherds Views Holidays allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?
Yes, Shepherds Views Holidays allows awnings and gazebos, just add these as an optional extra when you make your booking.
Can I park next to my pitch at Shepherds Views Holidays?
Yes, you are welcome to park one car on your pitch at Shepherds Views Holidays. Any extra vehicles can be parked in the designated area.
What amp is the electric hook up at Shepherds Views Holidays?
The electric hook ups at Shepherds Views Holidays are 10 amp.
Are bedding and towels included at Shepherds Views Holidays?
No, the glamping units at Shepherds Views Holidays do not include bedding or towels, so please be sure to bring your own!
Is electric included in the price of my booking at Shepherds Views Holidays? Or is it an additional cost?
All of the electric pitches at Shepherds Views Holidays have your usage included in the price of your booking.
Facilities
Is there WiFi at Shepherds Views Holidays?
Yes, there is free WiFi across Shepherds Views Holidays. Do note, signal strength may vary depending on the area you are in.
Does Shepherds Views Holidays have a shop onsite?
Yes, Shepherds Views Holidays does have an onsite shop in reception which stocks drinks, snacks, camping gear, and games.
Does Shepherds Views Holidays have a communal fridge and freezer?
Yes, Shepherds Views Holidays offers a communal fridge for food, and a shared freezer for ice packs.
What is phone signal like at Shepherds Views Holidays?
Most phone service providers should be able to access a phone and 4G signal at Shepherds Views Holidays.
Is there a restaurant or cafe at Shepherds Views Holidays?
No, there is not a restaurant or cafe at Shepherds Views Holidays. For dining out, Seascale is a 30 minute walk, offering restaurants and pubs, including Bailey Ground Hotel, Mawson's Ice Cream Parlour and Calder House Hotel.
Does Shepherds Views Holidays have electric vehicle charging?
No, Shepherds Views Holidays does not offer EV charging. The closest electric vehicle charging point is in Seascale (5 minutes).
Getting there
What is access like for touring at Shepherds Views Holidays?
Tourers should have no issue with access at Shepherds Views Holidays. The site is on a two-way road.
Are there any local taxi service companies to Shepherds Views Holidays?
Local taxi companies to Shepherds Views Holidays include Sims Travel (019467 23227) and Gosforth Taxis Private Hire (019467 25308 or 07774 868579).
What is the nearest bus stop to Shepherds Views Holidays?
The nearest bus stop to Shepherds Views Holidays is St Cuthberts Church which is a 35 minute walk away and offers services to Whitehaven, Millom, and Egremont.
What are the nearest public transport links to Shepherds Views Holidays?
The nearest train station to Shepherds Views Holidays is Seascale which is a five minutes away. The closest bus stop is St Cuthberts Church which is a 35 minute walk away and offers services to Whitehaven, Millom, and Egremont.
What's nearby
What are the nearest beaches to Shepherds Views Holidays?
The nearest beaches to Shepherds Views Holidays are Seascale Beach (5 minutes) and Braystones Beach (20 minutes).
What are the nearest pubs to Shepherds Views Holidays?
The nearest pubs to Shepherds Views Holidays are Bailey Ground Hotel and Cumbrian Lodge Seascale (5 minutes).
What is within walking distance of Shepherds Views Holidays?
Within a 30 minute walk of Shepherds Views Holidays there is Seascale with shops, pubs, and a beach!
What walking routes are close to Shepherds Views Holidays?
Local walking routes to Shepherds Views Holidays include many trails around the Lake District National Park, varying in difficulty. Some of these include, Muncaster Fell (15 minutes), Stanley Ghyll Waterfall (30 minutes), and the very popular Scafell Pike, also 30 minutes away.
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