All of our pitches offer a waterside camping experience with the tranquil sound of the Croglin beck running past. It is the perfect environment to relax and unwind. 

Large spacious pitches, each with its picnic bench and fire pit mean that you have everything you need to enjoy your stay. 

Each camping pitch comes with your fire pit, great for those summer night BBQs.

If you would like to try some of our pasture-fed meat on your BBQ, orders can be placed and collected from our Farm shop. Firewood and other essentials are available to buy too.

'The Old Cow Shed'

Our facilities are located in 'The Old Cow Shed', just a short walk from the main camping area.

In the shed, you will find:

- toilets
- showers
- washing machine
- fridge freezer
- kettle and toaster
- pool table and tennis table
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All of the hot water is heated using our on-farm biomass boiler.

Greener Camping Club membership required. Please add it on extra products if you're not a member

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Non-electric grass tent or campervan pitch

Firewood is £10 for a wheelbarrow full of logs (kindling is included).

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Firewood

Greener Camping Club membership. Required to stay at a greener camping club site.

Greener Camping Club

Big Bertha is a 1973 Airstream land yacht. She has been stylishly renovated to create a unique space with all the comforts of home.

Sleeping 6 people, Big Bertha has everything you need for a luxury stay - a bathroom with a shower and toilet, a well-equipped kitchen, including an oven and fridge freezer.

Outside the airstream overlooking the Croglin Beck, there is a beautiful decking area. This is the perfect place to relax on a summers night by the fire pit. 

Greener Camping Club membership required. Please add it on extra products if you're not a member

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Big Bertha

One Tent or Trailer tent or Campervan allowed per pitch

grass camping with Electric hook-up 

Trundle along quiet country lanes in a traditional horse drawn gypsy caravan before camping up at one of our secluded camps where you can cook over an open fire paddle in the streams and immerse yourselves in nature and the great outdoors, before nestling up for the night in the cosy gypsy wagon. When inside a gypsy caravan you will have everything you need to relax and have a gorgeous night's sleep.

You will be on nature's doorstep with your feet up by the woodburner, but the experience of the gypsy caravan starts before the threshold. These caravans are like no other and are built with beauty in mind as much from the outside as within. The gypsy caravans will carry off any photo just by being in the background! 

The caravans are fully insulated and there is plenty of storage. Each wagon has its own BBQ/fire pit and rustic seating.

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Wanderlusts Gypsy Caravan

Wanderlusts offers the only horse drawn gypsy caravan holidays, as well as stationary bow top gypsy wagons (Vardos) in beautiful locations in and around Cumbria and the Eden Valley; a secret gem of tranquility, linking the Lake District National Park with the North Pennines “Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty”.

With nearly twenty years experience of making, restoring and travelling thousands of miles on the highways and byways of Britain and France in traditional horse drawn gypsy caravans, Barny combined his skills and experiences to create Wanderlusts Retreats and Adventures; a small family business that is run completely off grid!

Wanderlusts Gypsy Caravans

Thacka Lea Caravan Park in Penrith, Cumbria is the perfect base to explore the Lake District and Eden Valley in your touring caravan or motorhome. We are located off the A6 at the north end of the small market town of Penrith. Penrith is an attractive tourist centre, offering good transport links, specialist small shops, many restaurants, leisure and sporting facilities. Thacka Lea Caravan Park is situated on the C2C (coast to coast) cycle route.

Caravan / Motorhome with Electricity - Hardstanding 

Awning

 Large vehicles over 8m / 26ft / twin axle caravans & motorhomes

Car Parking on Pitch

Thacka Lea Caravan Park in Penrith, Cumbria is the perfect base to explore the Lake District and Eden Valley in your touring caravan or motorhome. We are located off the A6 at the north end of the small market town of Penrith. Penrith is an attractive tourist centre, offering good transport links, specialist small shops, many restaurants, leisure and sporting facilities. Thacka Lea Caravan Park is situated on the C2C (coast to coast) cycle route.



Caravan / Motorhome without Electricity - Grass

Thacka Lea Caravan Park is located in Penrith, Cumbria which is the heart of the Eden valley and the gateway to the Lake District. It is the perfect base to explore the Lake District and Eden Valley in your touring caravan or motorhome.

We are located at the north end of the small market town of Penrith. Penrith is a historic market town and an attractive tourist centre. Within the town there are many traditional and specialist food, clothing and gift shops as well as many cafes, restaurants and pubs. The museum and castle give a great insight into the history of Penrith. In addition to shopping and history, Penrith has many leisure and sporting facilities to offer as well as good bus and rail transport links for days out around Cumbria.

The toilet and shower block has hot showers and a shaver point. Additional facilities include a washing up area, waste disposal and recycling bins. 

The Park is pet friendly, but dogs must be kept on a lead at all times.

Thacka Lea Caravan Park

Nestled in a peaceful, tranquil position down a quiet country lane, this charming spacious, period cottage is perfect for a romantic retreat, with wood burner ideal for cosy nights in.

This beautiful property is perfectly positioned on the World Heritage site of Hadrian’s Wall. Spanning 84 miles coast to coast across the North of England, the largest Roman monument in Europe. Walkers and hikers will be delighted with direct country trails from the cottage, across Hadrian’s Wall footpath. Relax and enjoy the magnificent views, and spend lazy evening star gazing, in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The picture postcard village of Brampton is close at hand and the city of Carlisle is within easy reach. Touring distance of the Lake District, Northumberland and the Scottish Borders. Visit the Roman ruins at Housesteads, Birdoswald and Vindolanda. Or enjoy a trip to and the ancient woodland at Gelt Woods or Talkin Tarn Country Park.

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The Cottage

Enjoy a romantic glamping experience in this wonderful luxurious lodge pod. Nestled in a spectacular rural position, perfectly positioned to enjoy all outdoor pursuits.

This lovely romantic retreat is nestled in a spectacular rural position on the world famous Hadrian’s Wall. Relax and enjoy the magnificent views and enjoy the direct walking routes from the property onto Hadrian’s Walk. Located only a short drive from the historic market town of Brampton and within easy reach of the city of Carlisle, with its excellent leisure and shopping facilities. Visit Talkin Tarn Country Park, for water sports such as canoeing and open water swimming. Explore Gelt Woods which is an ancient woodland with the River Gelt running through. Discover the Roman ruins at Housesteads, Birdoswald and Vindolanda. Close to the stunning Northern Lakes, Eden Valley and the rugged Scottish Borders.

Through the enclosed garden, you are met with this delightful lodge pod. Perfect for a luxurious romantic glamping experience. On entering the property you will find the comfortable sleeping area with a double bed to the rear of the pod. The lounge area with TV, is the perfect place to relax after a day out exploring the local area. There is a dining table with seating, ideal for romantic gatherings. The kitchen area is well-equipped with electric single ring hob, fridge/freezer and microwave. Next, through the door you will find the spacious shower room with shower and WC.

Venturing outside is the private decked area with seating where you can enjoy the magnificent countryside views across Hadrian’s Walk or take a relaxing dip in the hot tub. This is a perfect area for al fresco dining or perhaps enjoy a nice glass of wine or a good local ale. You may also get the opportunity to spot the regular visitors including deer, red squirrels, barn owls, hare, rabbits, red kite and lots of garden birds. There is ample off-road parking available for the property.

Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week.

The Lodges

Headswood Farm Luxury Lodges | Located on Hadrians Wall
Headswood Farm has a most enviable position situated directly on Hadrian s Wall and offers four glorious luxury, individually decorated, en-suite micro-lodges that can be booked from as little as a single night. Our newly-built micro lodges are fully kitted-out, insulated and heated pods with en-suite shower rooms and mini kitchens, Freeview TV and free WiFi. Each is designed to sleep two people plus one dog. Headswood Farm, built in the 1700 s, actually straddles part of Hadrian s Wall (between miles 56 and 57), in a rural location, about 12 miles east of Carlisle and is a great place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Headswood Farm Luxury Lodges | Located on Hadrians Wall

Headswood On The Wall

We have 5 fantastic, fully serviced caravan bays here at Cardewlees. Fully serviced with water and electric hook up. Use of toilet and shower included, Chemical disposal point, grey water waste, recycling and bins all provided on site. 



Caravan Bays (Hardstanding)

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Charcoal

We have a number of fantastic camping pods on site! They're perfect for a spot of glamping. Each pod comes with electrical sockets, lighting, blinds for your privacy, decking to sit and enjoy a fire and a beer, an enclosed garden to allow your dogs to room free. Shared facilities and kitchen lean to with communal fridge, oven and microwave. Bedding can be provided for an additional charge.
Dogs welcome for an additional charge.

Skiddaw View Pod

We have 10 Electric Grass Camping Pitches. Consisting of five double electric hook up points following the vertical fence line.  We have extrension cables available free of charge to ensure you can choose where you want to camp.  Feel free to build your own little village with your friends. 

Electric Grass Pitch (Tent)

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Carrock View

*Camping at Cardewlees - Hidden away in the Cumbrian countryside.*

Camping at Cardewlees is situated in picturesque landscape and farm setting giving you a taste of the rural life and a peaceful escape from the worries of life. Located just 15 minutes from the city of Carlisle, Camping at Cardewlees is nothing but a stone's throw away from historical landmarks such as Hadrian's Wall and Carlisle Castle. 

Offering 15 pitches for caravans and tents, with amenities such as toilet and shower facilities, fresh water and electric hook up, this small family friendly site is the perfect for all of your camping needs. 

They certainly haven't forgotten about you glampers either, with snug glamping pods to tipis and bell tents, get away to the countryside in style! Fire up those barbeques, get cozy around those firepits and give yourself and your family a well deserved break to remember.  

The campsite is open all year round, with peak seasons starting in line with the school summer holidays. 

Dogs are welcome but please contact us should you wish to bring more than 2 dogs.

Camping at Cardewlees - Hidden away in the Cumbrian countryside

Camping at Cardewlees is situated in picturesque landscape and farm setting away from the everyday worries of life.

Camping at Cardewlees

High Hall Campsite is located on our family farm in the Eden Valley, Cumbria.
We are surrounded by the beautiful North Pennine fells with amazing views across the Valley to the Lake District National Park.
Our pitches are situated between our wildlife pond and the Croglin beck that meanders its way through the farm. Here at High Hall, you can always guarantee a waterside stay. 

​We are delighted to be a certified member of The Greener Camping Club (GCC). The GCC share our passion for the environment and sustainable low impact camping.

For every new member that signs up, GCC will plant a tree as part of the 'Trees For Life' scheme. You can find out about this and lots more of what the club has to offer by clicking the link below.

Lazonby children's pool is a life saver in the hot: a 17m by 6m pool that is outside to a comfy 26 degrees, it is well suited for both a household splash about or some serious workout: it's your responsibility! It's a fairly quiet facility therefore it is ideal for young kids getting their very first lido experience, there is perhaps not public of traffic or unseemly interruptions. They don't really appear to run enjoyable sessions but water swimming and polo lessons are apparently available.  Lazonby pool is a registered charity and a valued community resource and run by volunteers plus lifeguards which are professional make sure your family's safety.  There are solar driven showers for a short while later that will fascinate the smalls (i am showering with sunlight!) and a relatively roomy usage that is multi is readily available for games and picnics, with a campsite also adjacent which welcomes families.

Swimming pool Lazonby, outdoor pool Penrith

Welcome to Lazonby Swimming Pool’s heated open-air Pool and Camp Site,situated besides the River Eden, 8 miles NE of Penrith.

Lazonby Swimming Pool

Talkin Tarn Country Park is an astonishing 165 acre website full of fairytale like mature woodland and mild meadows, all surrounding a glacial pond (the titular Tarn, in regional vernacular) with the stunning Pennine Hills as a the household picture backdrop ever!The Tarn has a 1.3 mile circular course that is great for a stroll that is mild. This course is hard surfaced and perfect for wheel and push chairs, plus additionally 3 means marked trails of varying lengths from 1.5km to 3.5km beginning the vehicle park .A permanent family enjoyable orienteering program and a charming numeracy trail are available to guide yourselves around. For many with other kids along, the park is an location that is ideal bring your course or youth group for on a daily basis of ecological training activities. Equipment could be borrowed through the website workplace therefore the staff are very happy to help give you a few ideas for activities.A note for puppy owners: they have a fair quantity of that algae that is blue-green hears about on the waterways, undoubtedly best to keep consitently the hound on a leash and never let them into or about the water. It will keep your vehicle nicer too!It's near to the market that is historic of Brampton too, that will be a lovely spot for household research.

The original guide to the Lakes

The Lake District, one of the most beautiful regions of the UK, is the heart of Cumbria, England. This go-to-guide for visitors covers the whole region

Talkin Tarn Country Park

Southern Tynedale Railway offers you therefore the young ones the chance to travel on trains hauled by perfectly preserved vapor that is classic diesel locomotives from Britain and offshore, through stunning countryside. A way that is completely charming travel with lots of time for family members natters and bonding.Trains run between Alston facility (875 feet above ocean level), and Kirkhaugh, after area of the old Haltwhistle to Alston branch line over the Tyne Valley in North East Cumbria. The line has recently been extended from Gilderdale (which will be now closed) to Kirkhaugh, a distance of some 2 kilometers.Enjoy scenic views associated with the Southern that is lovely Tyne, and stunning Pennine scenery, and appear down for wildlife such as for example soaring birds, deer, as well as red squirrels! Whichever route you travel you may be sure that there will likely be plenty for everyone to see and do!There is a railway store and refreshment facilities during the section, in addition to a picnic area as you sit back and relax in an antique carriage. This is a good anyone to bring the grand-parents along on as there is small lots and legwork of gentle enjoyable!

South Tynedale Railway – The Friendly Heritage Attraction

High Hall Campsite

Carlisle, Cumbria CA4 9SG, England

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Non-electric grass tent or campervan pitch

grass camping with Electric hook-up

Big Bertha

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Wanderlusts Gypsy Caravans

Thacka Lea Caravan Park

Headswood On The Wall

Camping at Cardewlees

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Lazonby Swimming Pool

Talkin Tarn Country Park

South Tynedale Railway

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