welcome to the old post office campsite
Quiet Riverside Camping
in the Lake District
A Rich Camping Heritage
Camping Tradition Since 1951
Years Of Experience
For over seven decades, The Old Post Office Campsite has welcomed campers seeking peace and proximity to nature. Its enduring charm lies in its commitment to providing a quiet, friendly environment where guests can unwind and reconnect with the great outdoors.
Dog-Friendly Holidays
Dogs Welcome, Walks Abound Real Adventure
We love dogs, and so do our guests. With endless walks through woodlands, fells and riverside trails, it’s the perfect setting for a dog-friendly Lake District escape. All we ask is that pets are kept on leads – they’ll love it just the same.
Explore the Area
Discover Wasdale and Wast Water
The campsite’s prime location offers easy access to:
Scafell Pike: England’s highest peak.
- Wast Water: The country’s deepest lake.
- Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway: A scenic heritage railway journey.
- Muncaster Castle: Historic castle with gardens and owl centre.
- The Bridge Inn: A local pub famed for hosting the “World’s Biggest Liar” competition.
Facilities
Modern Comforts, Classic Setting
Our well-maintained facilities ensure a comfortable stay:
- Sanitary Facilities: Separate male and female toilets and showers, including a disabled-accessible family room.
- Laundry: Coin-operated washers and dryers.
- Dishwashing: Dedicated sinks with free hot water.
- Connectivity: Free Wi-Fi throughout the site.Outdoor Seating: Timber picnic benches to enjoy the surrounding views
Guest Reviews
What Our Guests Say
9/10
Excellent site with very friendly staff and beautiful location
Very friendly staff. Campsite was well looked after and in a great location. Shower and toilet block very clean and well maintained. Clear communication throughout and would look to return.
10/10
Nice site. Would stay again if we're in the Western Lakes.
Peaceful, well maintained site in the countryside with good access to Wasdale, Wastwater and the Western Lakes.
Showers are hot and powerful enough.
The Bridge Inn is nicer on the inside than it looks outside and the nearby tea rooms are very nice.
For info, EE mobile phone reception is good, but O2 is a bit patchy.
10/10
A fantastic site, would love to visit again
The location and cleanliness and tidiness of the site, the quiet policy was great as all we heard after 10pm was the owls and river.
10/10
Excellent site with spotless facilities and extremely friendly staff!
Facilities spotless.
Greeted by Warden and shown to pitch.
50p’s available for the shower from Warden.
Site free of litter.
Closeness of river.
Amazing pub 5 min walk from site entrance.
10/10
Perfect location , clean facilities and very well managed site.
Perfect location for wasdale and eskdale. Pitch by the river very relaxing. Pub a few mins walk away. Excellent site management.
10/10
Lovely well maintained site.
Lovely well maintained site. Good clean facilities. Helpful and friendly staff.
10/10
Best UK site
Fantastic site. One of the best I’ve stayed at. Pitches were a great size and private. Right on the river with loads of walks straight from the site. Shirt drive to some great locations.
The lady who checked me in was so helpfully and came round throughout my stay to make sure everything was ok and if there was anything they could do.
9/10
I loved staying here. The toilets and showers are clean and warm.…
I loved staying here. The toilets and showers are clean and warm. Nice pitches in a beautiful area. Friendly staff. Recommend! WiFi is not good but i dont mind. Nice pub next to the campsite and a 5 minutes walk to a nice tearoom
10/10
Beautiful place. So peaceful and serene.
Beautiful place. So peaceful and serene.
Showers and toilet blocks were spotless and the pitches were spacious and tidy.
Nice short walk to the pub and the gift shop and cafe.
The site owners were very welcoming and approachable.
Would book again.
8/10
Great site, wouldn't hesitate to use it again.
Very friendly staff.
Clean campsite and nice facilities. Well maintained and set out.
Nice location next to the river and close to the local pub.
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