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Mains Farm Caravan & Campsite Eden Valley

4.8 (121 reviews)

Mains Farm Caravan Site is a family run quiet touring park, set in the countryside well away from main roads, yet within easy reach of the Lake District, Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish Borders.

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We have 30 spacious pitches spread over one acre. All have 16 amp electrical hook-up and a brand new shower and toilet block sympathetically converted from a redundant stable. Mains Farm offers a choice of non-electric and electric camping pitches where you can enjoy spectacular views of the Eden Valley. We have 10 camping pods where you can enjoy spectacular views of the Eden Valley. Each pods includes electric, lighting, electric heater for cool winter nights, a porch for sitting out and a picnic bench for dining.

Outstanding location and views. Riverside walks and woodland picnic area on the farm. Within easy walking distance of Kirkoswald, past winner on many occasions of Cumbria’s best kept village award, offering a village shop, post office and two Inns.

Our privately owned stretch of single bank salmon and trout fishing is only a 200 metre stroll from the site. If you need help with fishing, haven't any tackle, or you just want to have a go, Trevor is on hand to help. Trevor is very experienced in all forms of fishing, fishing tackle is available, all you have to do is enjoy the river, the sport and his company.

Availability

Grass standing pitch with electric (Farm Site)

  • Max 2 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

18 spacious flat pitches – nearest the facilities – 1 hard standing pitch ( unit 1 )

18 spacious flat pitches – nearest the facilities – 1 hard standing pitch ( unit 1 )

There is a small gate giving direct access to large field leading down to the River Eden – 200m away

Features

Large grass pitches
16amp electric hook-up
Pet friendly
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Grass standing pitch with electric hook-up (River Site)

  • Max 2 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

12 spacious flat pitches – magnificent views over the fields to The River Eden – 200m away

12 spacious flat pitches – magnificent views over the fields to The River Eden – 200m away

Features

Large grass pitches
16amp electric hook-up
Pet friendly
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Grass standing pitch with electric (Woodside)

  • Max 2 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

This is our Adult only area which is located across the road from the main site, providing customers with a child free area.

This is our Adult only area which is located across the road from the main site, providing customers with a child free area.

Features

Grass pitch
Electric hook-up
Pet friendly
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Grass standing tent pitch with electric (Well Field)

  • Max 2 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

16 amp electric hook-up grass pitches that accepts tents.

16 amp electric hook-up grass pitches that accepts tents.

Features

16 amp electric hook-up
Pet friendly
Grass pitch
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Grass standing tent pitch with electric (The Orchard)

  • Max 2 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

16 amp electric hook-up grass pitches that accepts tents.

Features

16 amp electric hook-up
Grass pitch
Pet friendly
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M T W T F S S
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Grass standing tent pitch with electric (Orchard Field)

  • Max 2 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

16 amp electric hook-up grass pitches that accepts tents. Stunning views over the Eden Valley.

Features

16 amp electric hook-up
Grass pitch
Pet friendly
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Camping pods (Orchard Field)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 bedroom
  • Max 2 pets

Six well spaced Camping Pods positioned to get all the afternoon sun along with great vies of the fields and River Eden.

Six well spaced Camping Pods positioned to get all the afternoon sun along with great vies of the fields and River Eden.

Each Pod has a wooden picnic table/bench - Open Grass area for children letting of ‘steam’.

Each of the pods includes electric, lighting, electric heater for cool winter nights, a porch for sitting out and a picnic bench for dining.

Features

Electric
Lighting
Heating
Wooden picnic table
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Camping pods (Cart Horse Field)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 bedroom
  • Max 2 pets

Four Camping Pods – each with uninterrupted views of the open countryside. Picnic Benches and close to facilities.

Four Camping Pods – each with uninterrupted views of the open countryside.

Picnic benches and close to facilities.

Each of the pods includes electric, lighting, electric heater for cool winter nights, a porch for sitting out and a picnic bench for dining.

Features

Electric
Lighting
Heating
Picnic bench
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Tipi tents

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 bedroom

Why not try something different! Our Tipi Tents are available from May until the end of September and have uninterrupted views of the river Eden.

Why not try something different!

Our Tipi Tents are available from May until the end of September and have uninterrupted views of the river Eden. The Tipis are made from cotton and have a raised decking area.

We ask that no cooking is done inside the Tipi and any barbecues must be on the Grass, not on the decking.

You need to bring everything to camp but not the tent. There is an electric supply to the Tipi, but no heating or lighting is provided.

Check in from 3pm, and we ask you to leave your Tipi by 11am on the day of departure.

We would appreciate the traditional way of removing shoes when entering the Tipi, and please leave it as you found it.

Sorry no dogs or candles are allowed inside our Tipis.

Features

Raised decking area
Electric
Pet friendly
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Bunk Houses

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 bedroom
  • Max 2 pets

Bunk houses house two bunkbeds sleeping up to four people. Bunk beds are make up with a bed sheet and pillow, duvets are available upon request.

The bunk houses are sympathetically converted from old sandstone farm buildings. Containing two bunk beds the three bunk barns can house four people in each. Ideal for cyclist as we are situated a mile off the C2C route.

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121 Reviews

All reviews featured on Campstead.com have been submitted by genuine customers who have stayed at the park.


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Fantastic stay as always

Boyer, Kathy - 28/06/2025

5

Absolutely brilliant site. I have been a number if times and camped and also stayed in a pod. The facilities are good friendly owners. Cant recommend highly enough

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Wonderful peaceful site, great views and walks

Heron, Michelle - 28/06/2025

5

We visit yearly for the local field archery and always extend our stay beyond this as we love staying here. The site has a nice riverside walk and great views. Pitches are spread between several areas so never feels too crowded and at quiet times we had the field to ourselves! Hosts are terrific and friendly

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Have already rebooked!

Bright, Alasdair - 28/06/2025

5

A stunning, picture-perfect site. We stayed in the orchard, which was private and sheltered, and loved watching the swallows by day and barn owls overhead in the evening. We stayed over Sunday night and had the site to ourselves — the tranquility was fabulous. The children loved the playground, and the WiFi barn is packed with games (Jenga, hoopla, etc.) for rainy spells. The well-stocked honesty shop and delicious homemade cakes were a lovely touch. Robert, the friendly owner, keeps the toilets and showers spotless — and while we didn’t use them, the private bathrooms are a great idea. I loved the swimming pool-style steps into the river for wild swimming, safely located a short walk away from the pitches. Robert takes peace and quiet seriously, checking in each evening to keep the site calm. The kids also loved the Lazonby lido, just five minutes away. We’ve already rebooked for a longer summer stay and can't wait to be back!

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Lovely, friendly site

Blackhall, Marie - 27/06/2025

5

We spent last weekend at Mains Farm with friends. We visit the site every year as part of the archery competition. The owners Robert & Julie are always warm & friendly and their site is in a lovely setting ideal for families. The site is very pretty with beautiful views of the river. We always recommend Mains Farm to friends and family as it is perfect for a relaxing holiday.

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Family celebrations

Lucas, Linda - 21/06/2025

4

This is our 3rd visit to Mains Farm with our family, obviously we all love it!Location is amazing, not far from the motorway and easy access to the site. The grounds are very well maintained and are a credit to the owners.Staff are very welcoming and always remember us! The facilities are really good.We usually visit the pub/restaurant, Featherstone Arms, in Kirkoswald where the food is delicious!The Lido nearby is great. Lovely river walks and other places to visit.Looking forward to our next visit!The Lucas family

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Weekend break

Peel, David - 19/06/2025

5

Always a pleasure to stay at Mains Farm love the walking and the peace and quiet

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Great place, great hosts

Pardoe, Ashley - 19/06/2025

5

Fabulous setting, great facilities, and very accommodating hosts. Nothing was too much trouble for them when my friend arrived with no sleeping equipment. I was OK, I was in my camper (great little spot in a field next to the main farm), but my friend was staying in small pod and hadn't read the information as there are no sleeping facilities there (no bed, bedding etc.)Robert (owner) sorted him out with a mattress, duvet, pillows and fresh linen...saved a lot of hassle and a potentially rough night.Local pub was amazing, food was fab but be wanred, it was really busy.Definitely visit again

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Very welcoming and lovley place

Cork, Steve - 17/06/2025

5

We arrived slightly late having had a long journey down from Scotland. The owners were very welcoming and went out of their way to help us find a place to eat. Good facilities and a lovely area. Thanks for a great place to stop over for the night.

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A peaceful haven

Lax, Iain - 17/06/2025

4

Good communication pre-arrival, a warm welcome. We’d booked to stay in the smaller ‘Adults only’ field across the road from the facilities, to give a quieter location for the dogs. We had a Lovely large level pitch. Field obviously quick draining as it chucked it down the first evening.Facilities were clean, the ladies had a large walking wet room, the gents slightly more basic, but certainly adequate.We tend not to need much support, but I have no doubt that any additional questions we had would be answered quickly by Julie and RobertOverall, a lovely site in a wonderful location, with friendly hosts. We would happily book again whether we’re transiting the area or looking for a longer stay.

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Beautiful rural camp site

Ainge, Sarah - 13/06/2025

5

Only stayed for 1 night on our way up to Scotland, but it was clean, friendly and in beautiful settings. We walked down to the river which was very picturesque. There was an “honesty shop” which sold some treats and essentials. We treated ourself to delicious banana bread. The facilities were clean and quaint. Would definitely come again if I was in the area! Thank you for having us!!

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Summary

4.8

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99.2% would stay here again

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