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Skelwith Fold Caravan Park
About
Located on the edge of Ambleside, Skelwith Fold is a first-class destination for motorhome and touring caravan holidays in the Lake District. It is widely considered one of the UK’s premier caravan parks and boasts a selection of 5 star facilities set in spectacular grounds.
The park is nestled in over 130 acres of ancient woodland and occupies the site of a former country house. Some of the Lake District's best attractions and natural landmarks are just a short drive away.
We welcome touring caravans, motorhomes and campervans to our holiday park in The Lake District. Our pitches are set in scenic positions around the park, with stunning views of the surrounding woodland and wildlife.
There are two pitch types to choose from; 70 Standard pitches and 22 Premium pitches. Please be aware, although every pitch has an electric hook up, electric is a separate charge.
Guide Prices
Number of Rooms / Units
130
Room / Unit Type Room / Unit Tariff*
Touring Pitches - £27.60 per touring pitch per night normally with one car and up to 6 people
Fully Serviced (Premium) Pitch - £40.60 per touring pitch per night normally with one car and up to 6 people
Glamping Hideaway (sleeps 2) - from £670.70 per week for 2 persons
Glamping Family Hideaway (sleeps 6) - from £1,179.00 per week for 6 persons
Number One Cottage (sleeps 6) - from £1,908 per week for 6 persons
The Greenhouse Cottage (sleeps 16) from £3,710 per week for 10 persons
*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Opening Times
| Season (1 Mar 2025 - 20 Nov 2025) |
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Facilities
Accessibility
- Autism Friendly
- Disabled facilities
Booking & Payment Details
- Booking recommended in summer
- Contactless Payment Accepted
- Online Booking Possible
- Visa/Mastercard/Switch accepted
Catering
- Foodshop/mobile foodshop
Children
- Children welcome - Children welcome from any age
- Children's outdoor play area
Laundry Facilities
- Drying facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Laundry facilities
Leisure Facilities
- Free WIFI
Park Facilities
- Dish washing facilities
- Drinking water
- Electric hookup
- Flush toilets (with lighting)
- Fresh water hookup
- Grass
- Hard standing
- Heated shower block
- Hot water
- Lighting throughout park
- Motor homes
- Parking space next to pitch
- Showers available
- Touring caravans
- Waste/water hookup
Parking
- EV Charging
- Free Parking on Site
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted
- Dogs/pets accepted by arrangement
- Pet Friendly
- Telephone (public)
- WiFi or internet access
Target Markets
- Couples
- Families
Tripadvisor
Gradings
- 5 Visit England Stars Holiday & Touring Park
- 5 AA Pennants Touring & Camping Park
Awards
- Other Awards
Self-assessed Accessibility Information - Cumbria Awards
Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016 - Trip Advisor Awards
Trip Advisor - Travellers Choice 2022
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
From the South: Leave the M6 at Junction 36 signposted Kendal and the Lake District (A591). Proceed straight on at the next roundabout heading for Windermere and Ambleside. Continue along this road until you reach the Waterhead Traffic Lights. At this point turn left (A5075) beside the lake and follow the signs for Hawkshead. Turn left at the Rugby Club, then cross over the bridge (narrow bridge, care should be taken). Take the first left turning at Clappersgate heading towards Hawkshead (B5286).We are approximately 1 mile along this road on the right.
From the North: Leave the M6 at Junction 40 then follow the (A66) west to Keswick, (do not be tempted by your Sat Nav or map to follow the A592 over the Kirkstone Pass via Patterdale to Ambleside). Pass the village of Threlkeld ignoring the signs for Windermere B5322 and head towards Keswick. You will then pick up the signs for the A591. Follow this road until you reach Ambleside, go through the village (one way) when the road divides into two lanes get into the right hand lane then follow the signs for the (A5075) Hawkshead, and then follow the above Southern directions from the Rugby Club.
SatNav Users, IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Our postcode, when entered into most SatNav systems will bring you to a locked gate. If you wish to use SatNav please use our road name B5286 or LA22 0HY which will direct you past our front gate. Look out for our front gate on your right. If you have any problems with these directions please telephone us for assistance.
Public Transport Directions
The Stagecoach 505 bus stops outside our main gates, you can catch this bus from Windermere and Ambleside.
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