Camping

Pitch Types

Lake District
Camping Pitches

We offer a variety of spacious Lake District camping pitches to suit tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. All pitches are thoughtfully laid out to provide comfort, privacy and easy access to local amenities and attractions.

Location

Your Tranquil Escape
in the Heart of the Lake District

Nestled in the picturesque village of Santon Bridge, The Old Post Office Campsite offers a peaceful and scenic setting for your Lake District camping adventure. Surrounded by rolling hills, clear rivers, and dramatic fells, our campsite is the perfect base for walkers, cyclists, nature lovers and families alike

Whether you’re pitching a tent, arriving with a campervan, or simply enjoying the great outdoors under the stars, you’ll find everything you need for a comfortable and memorable stay.

Clean, well-maintained toilets and hot showers

Fresh drinking water points

Washing-up area

Dog-friendly camping

Easy access to riverside walks and local footpaths

The Old Post Office Campsite at Lake District
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Pitch 1: Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)

  • Size: 40 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan, Motorhome
  • Parking: No
2

Pitch 2: Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)

  • Size: 54 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
  • Parking: No
3

Pitch 3: Hardstanding and grass touring pitch

  • Size: 54 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
  • Parking: No
4

Pitch 4: Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)

  • Size: 35 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
  • Parking: No
5

Pitch 5: Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)

  • Size: 32 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
  • Parking: Yes
6

Pitch 6: Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)

  • Size: 48 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
  • Parking: Yes
7

Pitch 7: Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)

  • Size: 72 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
  • Parking: Yes
8

Pitch 8: Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)

  • Size: 45 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
  • Parking: Yes
9

Pitch 9: Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)

  • Size: 45 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
  • Parking: No
10

Pitch 10: Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch (super)

  • Size: 45 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 11: Electric hardstanding and grass tent or motorhome pitch

  • Size: 30 sq meters
  • Type: Woodchip
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 12: Electric hardstanding and grass tent or motorhome pitch

  • Size: 30 sq meters
  • Type: Woodchip
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 13: Electric hardstanding and grass tent or motorhome pitch

  • Size: 30 sq meters
  • Type: Woodchip
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 14: Electric hardstanding and grass tent or motorhome pitch

  • Size: 30 sq meters
  • Type: Woodchip
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
15

Pitch 15: Electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch

  • Size: 30 sq meters
  • Type: Woodchip
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 16: Electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch

  • Size: 30 sq meters
  • Type: Woodchip
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 17: Electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch

  • Size: 40 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 18: Electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch

  • Size: 42 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 19: Electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch

  • Size: 36 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 20: Electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch

  • Size: 30 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 21: Electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch

  • Size: 24 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 22: Electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch

  • Size: 40 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 23: Electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch

  • Size: 15 sq meters
  • Type: Hardstanding
  • Location: Riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
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Pitch 24: Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

  • Size: 50 sq meters
  • Type: Woodchip
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
  • Parking: Yes
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Pitch 25: Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

  • Size: 45 sq meters
  • Type: Woodchip
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Touring Caravan, Campervan
  • Parking: Yes
G1

Non Electric Grass Pitch:

  • Size: varies
  • Type: Grass
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Tents only
G2

Non Electric Grass Pitch:

  • Size: varies
  • Type: Grass
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Tents only
G3

Non Electric Grass Pitch:

  • Size: varies
  • Type: Grass
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Tents only
G4

Non Electric Grass Pitch:

  • Size: varies
  • Type: Grass
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Tents only
G5

Non Electric Grass Pitch:

  • Size: varies
  • Type: Grass
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Tents only
G6

Non Electric Grass Pitch:

  • Size: varies
  • Type: Grass
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Tents only
G7

Non Electric Grass Pitch:

  • Size: varies
  • Type: Grass
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Tents only
G8

Non Electric Grass Pitch:

  • Size: varies
  • Type: Grass
  • Location: Non riverside
  • Suitable for: Tents only
Swower

Shower | WC

Swower 2

Shower | WC

Reception

The Old Post Office Campsite Reception

Bridge Inn Pub

Bridge Inn Pub

Surroundings

Perfectly Located for Exploration

Our campsite is ideally located near Wasdale, Eskdale and Wastwater – often considered the Lake District’s most dramatic and peaceful valley. The local pub, just a few minutes’ walk away, serves hearty meals and local ales – perfect after a day on the fells.

Scafell Pike hiking trails

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

Wastwater for wild swimming and photography

Muncaster Castle and gardens

Secluded beaches along the Cumbrian coast

Camp With Us

Why Choose The Old Post Office Campsite?

  • Small, independent and family-run
  • Quiet, friendly and relaxed atmosphere
  • Spectacular rural setting in the Western Lakes
  • Excellent base for outdoor adventures
  • Affordable camping rates year-round

Whether you’re seeking a quiet weekend away, a hiking base, or simply a place to reconnect with nature, camping at The Old Post Office Campsite is a charming way to experience the very best of the Lake District.

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