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Mains Farm Caravan & Campsite Eden Valley

4.8 (129 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
August 2026
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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129 Reviews

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


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Brilliant hosts fantastic facilities, perfect pitches lots of space.

Longstaff, Hayley - 13/08/2026

5

We love it her the sight is always clean the pitch sizing is fabulous The family that owns the farm are brilliant. They go out the way to help. We have been five times now and never had anything to complain about. Awww if you stay here u must try the feather and arms up the road food is tremendous 👌

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Response from the owner

14 August 2026

Thank you for taking time to send a review Hayley. Its always lovely to see you and your family at Mains Farm. You are a fine example of perfect campers.

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A

Hosts extremely friendly and welcoming.

Armstrong, Fiona - 13/08/2026

5

Perfect location for exploring the north Lakes.Lovely well maintained site.

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W

Great week/ wonderful hosts

Whyte, Michelle - 11/08/2026

4

Had a fab week. Julie and Robert were brilliant and very helpful. Some of the toilet/ shower areas need updating but overall a beautiful campsite and a rustic stay!

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Amazing, friendly-family piece of heaven

Tolliday, Bridget - 10/08/2026

5

We had a fantastic stay at this campsite and would highly recommend it. The (paid for) family bathroom facility was brilliant for youngsters, making bath and bedtime routines so much easier after a day of adventure. Definitely do this if you have kids! Spider free too!!The owners are incredibly friendly and always on hand to help with anything you need, which made us feel really welcome throughout our stay. The river is a real highlight too, perfect for a refreshing wild swim on a sunny day.We also loved spending time at the local pub. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly, definitely not "a local pub for local people" vibes! It had a great atmosphere and made us feel right at home.A wonderful campsite in a beautiful setting. We can't wait to return. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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S

Amazing place to camp

Spencer, Lauren - 10/08/2026

5

I found it amazing here facilities were always clean and lovely. I personally didn’t like the birds in one of the bathrooms because I’m terrified of birds but my son and partner weren’t bothered. We went to toilets next to reception but still all bathrooms were lovely and clean. The plot where we camped was massive. All staff were lovely too.

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D

Pod stay - family of 4, with a baby

Duquemin, Shoni - 09/08/2026

5

We stayed in a pod which was perfect for us. It was clean & very spacious (We managed to fit a double airbed, childs airbed & travel cot in, with a small space left to walk in/store bags). The park was a big hit with our little boy; plenty of things to play on, there was also a lot of space outside the pod for outdoor games without being in the way of neighbours. The only thing I would suggest anyone staying in a pod to bring, would be a fan if it was forecast for warm temp as we found the pod quite hot at night whilst we was there.We visited Abbott Lodge Jersey Ice Cream which is fab for kids if your looking for somewhere to go for a drive to without a huge day out - Loads of ice cream flavours to choose from & both indoor & outdoor parks for the children to burn their energy on! We also did Aira Force Waterfalls walk (about 1hour walk) which was lovely! & Pooley Bridge for food etc.We can’t wait to plan our next camping pod trip & will definitely be returning to Mains Farm!

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An amazing place with amazing people

Ward, Jonathan - 08/08/2026

5

We had an amazing time and will 100% looking to come back next year. The area was brilliant, the local attractions were lovely, especially the river only a 5 or so minute walk from the site. Other campers were kind and friendly too. Mainly the owners, so kind and accommodating letting us get some drinks from the honesty shop and paying for them later as we had no cash on us and we were sweating putting the tent up. Such lovely people no matter how many times I bothered them with little things, nothing was a hindrance. Thank you for the stay and we will be back when your calendar opens for next year!

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Beautiful site

Leach, Hanlie - 08/08/2026

5

Warm welcome back from Julie and Robert as we have been coming here for few years now. Ideal.spot for our caravan due to my husband mobility issues. Peacefull campsite even though they fully bookedToilets and showers always clean and adequate for size of site.Very easy to get to the lakes from campsite as well.We will miss coming here in our caravan.

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L

Wonderful camp site

Linton, Laura - 07/08/2026

5

We had a wonderful time at Mains camp site. The amenities are excellent and well thought out (kettle/toaster/honesty shop).Our family loved the peacefulness and freedom our children could have on a quiet calm site. The location is unrivaled and escapes the busyness found in the lakes. The site is in a beautiful natural setting, just bliss!We will definitely be back. Thank you

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Lovely Site

Picton, Sue - 06/08/2026

5

Great site, friendly owners, open spaces for the kids to play. We also went to the open air lido down the road which was fun

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Summary

4.8

99.2% would recommend this site

99.2% would stay here again

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