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Hi all, could anyone and everyone help me,myself and fiance are looking for good sites to go to in the lake district at the end of june for our 2nd trip of the year,1st one was ben nevis. But anyways,were thinking of something similar to parkfoot which was good,lively and quite a few things to do around the area, were looking to be there for 5 nights so need somewhere to keep us entertained,i have looked at everyones campsite reviews and just cant decide.

were in our late 20's and heres the kicker, my fiance will be 4 months pregnant by the time we go so need somewhere to relax but have fun at the same time,sorry about the essay and life story.

Any help shall be appreciated.

Hi

Only one I know is in Windermere and is called Park Cliffe last time we were there it was very good.

There is a club / pub on site but not loud at night and the site is in a good position.

Only downside is the price but i think all around that area is quite expensive

Hope this helps but check out the recent reviews of the site first as it was around 4 years ago since I was last there.

Tinny

i have done,and wouldnt ask people's opinions if i could decide.

thank u in advance for your help

The Quiet site at Ullswater is nice (check out the reviews). I think they have also done quite a bit of work upgrading facilites and leveling the problematic sloping field this winter so it should be even better than when we stayed there a couple of years ago.

There is a quirky bar in an old barn on site which is great, the facilities are good and it's a nice location.

You don't say what you like doing... but there are some great walks from the site - we walked up Place fell from Glenridding and can definitley recommend that, really lovely walk and great views - if your fiance can manage a mini mountain (i know how she feels as I will also be 4 months pregnant in June and not sure I could takle it now!).

Aira Force waterfall is nearby (walking distance, there is a map of the route on their website). There is also the Ullswater steamer - take the steamer from Glenridding to Howtown and walk back along the lovely lakeshore path. Or boat/ kayak hire on the lake.
It's only about 5 miles to Keswick and all the shops ect.

Hope you find somewhere suitable and all the best for your new arrival!

Otherwise the NT site at Langdale is awesome - there are 3 really great pubs in easy walking distance and amazing views! However, it is pretty rural and apart from a couple of lovely little villages it is a bit out in the middle of nowhere. In terms of things to do, there are plenty of walks and it's lovely and quiet for just relaxing!  Ambleside and Grasmere aren't far away either. Try Chesters at Skelwith Bridge, near Ambleside for delicious cakes!

Depends what you want I guess...

Donkers,

thank you very much for that, i'll have a look at the reviews of them. just cant decide.

we like doing pretty much what you suggested when were camping, walking, local pubs etc etc

and yourself regarding the arrival of the wee one

Have a look at the C&CC site at Eskdale in the western lakes. Check out the reviews on this website, they are almost all very complimentary. Its one of the nicest sites we have ever stayed on (shower block is super). The location is superb (see attached photo taken last September).

Boot village is a short walk away and has 2 very good pubs both of which do excellent food.

There are some nice walks from the site (Stanley Ghyll falls being one) and as the area is much less crowded than the eastern lakes it is very peaceful.

The railway line to Ravenglass is a must (whether you are 5 or 85) and have put a photo of that in as well. Its a pleasant walk from Ravenglass through the woods up to Muncaster Castle which is well worth a visit.

Whatever you decide, hope you have a great time, and congratulations on the baby! 

Forgot to mention on my post that Wasdale is the next dale to Eskdale (going North) and has been voted the most beautiful view in the Lakes. Took this last September as well.

Quote: Originally posted by jandjstott on 16/4/2011

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Have a look at the C&CC site at Eskdale in the western lakes. Check out the reviews on this website, they are almost all very complimentary. Its one of the nicest sites we have ever stayed on (shower block is super). The location is superb (see attached photo taken last September).

Boot village is a short walk away and has 2 very good pubs both of which do excellent food.

There are some nice walks from the site (Stanley Ghyll falls being one) and as the area is much less crowded than the eastern lakes it is very peaceful.

The railway line to Ravenglass is a must (whether you are 5 or 85) and have put a photo of that in as well. Its a pleasant walk from Ravenglass through the woods up to Muncaster Castle which is well worth a visit.

Whatever you decide, hope you have a great time, and congratulations on the baby! 

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I would agree with everything in the above post. I spent last weekend there, my first time in that area and also on a C & CC site, and I was well impressed. I've just written it into my blog, with various photos, and fully intend going back there before too long, when I'll be making a trip to Wasdale, which was highly reccommended.

I can highly reccommend the food at the Boot Inn in the village, and also the toffee cake at the railway station cafe - delicious!

we've decided to go with eskdale, looks really nice and cant find a bad review about it, one thing i will say is that Martin(i think was his name) was actually quite abrupt and well rude on the phone, may have been busy but not the point really. still going though, just wish it was sooner than end of june, that sucks!!!

thanks for all your help though all, appreciate it

I think Martin must have been having an off day. He can seem a bit abrupt but is really nice and very helpful. Agree with the point about choosing the right pitch as some are more prone to "boginess" than others in the event that you are unlucky enough to get a lot of rain. Ask Martin or the other wardens when you get there and I'm sure they will give you good advice.

It really is a lovely site and I hope you have a great holiday. We may be going there in June (weather dependent but you have to expect some rain in the Lakes that is why its so green and lovely).

If you fancy a treat one morning the Boot Inn does a lovely cooked breakfast. We went there on the day we were leaving after we had packed the tent, Set us up nicely for the journey to our next site.