Caravan Holidays in The lake District
Located on the edge of Ambleside, Skelwith Fold is a first-class destination for motorhome and touring caravan holidays in the Lake District and Cumbria. We offer a range of spacious hardstanding pitches, many with electric, water and drainage.
Skelwith is widely considered one of the UK’s premier caravan parks and boasts a selection of 5 star facilities. The park is nestled in over 130 acres of ancient woodland and occupies the site of a former country house – ideal for staycations in the Lake District. Visitors regularly spot wildlife including deers, red squirrels and woodpeckers.
Some of the Lake District’s best attractions and natural landmarks are just a short drive away, including Windermere Lake, Coniston and Grizedale Forest. We also have a wide range of facilities for our touring caravan guests to enjoy. In fact – we are proud to have some of the best facilities of any caravan park in the Lake District!
Skelwith Fold is one of the best touring caravan sites near Ambleside. Book your stay today!
Touring Facilities Include:
- 5 acre recreation area with views to the surrounding fells and mountains, ideal for family picnics. You may even spot a Red Squirrel or family of Deer.
- Fully equipped modern shower and toilet blocks. Two of the toilet blocks even have under-floor heating!
- Trust Library featuring a wide and varied range of books for children and adults. You are also welcome to bring any of your old unwanted books and we will give these to our secret librarian.
- Wi-Fi Internet access is also available.
- Large spacious launderette with washing machines and tumble dryers as well as an extra-large washer and dryer for awkward loads.
- You’ll also find: an ironing board and iron, laundry soap dispenser, large drying room ideal for wet waterproofs and boots, even a vending machine serving Rijo coffee, tea and hot chocolate.
Features
Dog Friendly Pitches 
Onsite Laundrette 
BBQ Area 
Dog Wash Area 
Electric Vehicle Charging Gallery
Touring Pitch Lake District Availability
Premium Touring Caravan Pitches
- We have 22 Premium hardstanding pitches
- Electric hook-up (additional charge)
- Fresh water stand pipe
- Grey waste drain
- TV hook-up
- Large pitches
- Picnic table
To Book: Select an available check in date and complete your details in the pop up form to get the latest prices for your stay.
Standard Touring Caravan Pitches
- We have 70 Standard hardstanding pitches
- Electric hook up (additional charge)
To Book: Select an available check in date and complete your details in the pop up form to get the latest prices for your stay.
Spacious Touring Caravan Pitches
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, from which you can admire the 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.
Important:
- If your vehicle has been converted into a campervan motorhome there are some requirements – see our terms and conditions.
- We can only accept awnings that extend to 2.5m from the side of your caravan or motorhome
- We unfortunately are unable to accommodate Tent Boxes or tents
Pitch Prices
Take a look at our Touring Tariff to view our current rates and season change dates.
Stunning Woodland Grounds
We take pride in providing first rate touring caravan pitches for all our guests to ensure you have an enjoyable stay. Our friendly groundskeeping team work hard to maintain the grounds to a high standard and our touring facilities are cleaned at regular intervals throughout the day.
Our Lakeland touring caravan site is the perfect base from which to explore the local area, whether you’re planning a luxurious staycation, a relaxing getaway or action packed outdoor adventure break. There are so many fantastic things to do in the Lake District, you’ll be spoilt for choice when deciding how to spend your free time.
Skelwith Fold is the ideal setting for a woodland break in The Lakes. Stay for a couple of nights or an extended getaway to make the most of the beautiful grounds and to explore the renowned Lake District with your family and kids, with your partner and your furry friends!
Dog Friendly Caravan Holidays
Skelwith Fold is the perfect destination for an Ambleside caravan holiday with dogs. We understand the importance of bringing your dog on a staycation with you, which is why we are a dog friendly caravan park. Our park has won numerous awards, recognising our commitment to providing an enjoyable stay for all members of the family. Guests can make use of ‘dog wash’ facilities. Guests are welcome to bring a maximum of three dogs per touring caravan and two pets in both our holiday cottages and six berth pod ‘Wagtail’.
We have plenty of space around the holiday park for dogs to walk around, as well as the stunning countryside of the Lakes. Please beware that owners are responsible with their pets and therefore are in charge of cleaning up after them while on the grounds of the caravan park. They must also be kept on a lead while outside on the park, this is in the interests of the welfare of our furry friends.
Video
Touring Vouchers
Gift vouchers make a lovely present for birthdays, anniversaries or Christmas.
Touring Tariff
View any upcoming season and rate changes on our touring tariff page.
Facilities
Take a look at our first class facilities at our Lake District Holiday Park.
FAQs
Are pitches hardstanding?
All of our standard and premium pitches are hardstanding.
The hardstanding pitches are to keep the pitches available and clean throughout the season for you to enjoy your stay at Skelwith Fold.
Where do we check in?
To check in, please park outside Reception and head inside where our friendly team will help you.
To get to Reception, follow the red road from the park entrance. The barrier will open automatically until 9pm. If you are arriving later than this, please call Reception as soon as possible to make arrangements for your arrival. Reception will be on your left hand side.
Our address at Skelwith Fold is: Skelwith Fold Caravan Park, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0HY.
Check out is at 10am for glamping guests and holiday cottages, and 12 noon for touring pitches on your day of departure.
Can our friends and family visit us?
Of course, friends and family are more than welcome to visit! We are delighted to welcome new visitors at Skelwith. We ask that all visitors please sign in at Reception on arrival.
Are dogs and other pets allowed?
Skelwith Fold is a dog friendly park and pets are welcome in most areas, with a maximum of three dogs per touring caravan/motorhome.
Please note however, that dogs may not stay in our glamping units, with the exception of our Wagtail Hideaway which is dog friendly and can host up to two dogs.
Up to two dogs may also stay in both our holiday cottages, No.1 and No.3. We provide a large dog crate, bowl and basket and towel.
There is a small charge per dog staying with us at Skelwith Fold which helps to maintain the highest standard of stay for both dogs and people staying with us.
Please keep dogs on a short lead under strict control around all touring pitches, holiday homes and glamping units. Dogs may not be left unattended anywhere on the park at any time, including inside your accommodation. Please note that you are responsible for your pets at all time, including cleaning up after them and keeping noise to a minimum to avoid disturbing other guests.
We reserve the right to ask the owner of any dog which causes a nuisance or threat to remove it from the park immediately. We cannot accept any breeds listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act.
Can I stay near my friends or family?
We do not reserve particular pitches prior to your arrival so we cannot guarantee you will be able to pitch your caravan near to your friends or family.
We advise that you aim to arrive early to maximise your chance of finding a pitch where you most want to stay, no earlier than our 2pm check in time.
What time can I arrive and what is the departure time for our touring pitches?
You can check in from 2pm to 9pm on the date of your arrival. Please check at Reception. If you believe you may arrive after 9pm please call Reception in advance on 015394 32277 to make arrangements for your arrival.
Please check out by 12 noon on the day of your departure date.
What is the maximum size caravan or motorhome I can bring?
The maximum unit size we can accommodate at Skelwith Fold is 12m (39ft) – please note if your caravan/motorhome is this size, only our premium pitches could accommodate you and a pitch will be allocated to you on arrival. The largest size we can accommodate on our Standard pitches is 9m (29ft).
Please note that awnings must extend no further than 2.5m (8ft) from the side of your caravan or motorhome.
What do I need to bring to check in?
When checking in, please bring your reservation number, we may ask for further details such as surname, postcode ect. This will help make the process quick and easy.
Are there hairdryers available?
Our glamping and cottage accommodations all have a hairdryer provided.
For touring customers, our shower blocks have hairdryers available inside which are free to use.
Can we have a barbecue?
Barbecues are permitted, but we ask that you not place them directly onto the ground, decking or picnic benches as this may cause damage. Please dispose of them responsibly.
Our glamping guests may wish to make use of the sheltered barbecue area located by the Family Hideaway units. Here there are frames built to hold a disposable barbecue tray which you can purchase from our park shop. Please leave this area as you would wish to find it. You may leave the disposable barbecue in the frames at this location for our wardens to dispose of.
If you are staying in the Greenhouse, a full gas BBQ is provided for your use.
Do you have WiFi?
Yes, WiFi is available at Skelwith Fold. Look for “Skelwith Fold WiFi” on your device when on the park, and follow the on-screen instructions to get online.
Please note that we are in a rural location and that we cannot always guarantee a WiFi signal.
Complimentary WiFi is available in each of our holiday cottages. See your Welcome pack on arrival for details on how to connect.
Do you have pitches for RVs?
What is the difference between Standard and Premium touring pitches?
All of our pitches in both the Standard and Premium areas are hardstanding and have electricity hook up available if required (this is charged).
Our Premium pitches are larger and also include a picnic bench, a TV aerial plug-in point, fresh Water tap and drainage. Also included with our Premier pitches are free tokens to use the dishwashers (1 token per night provided), which are £1 per use for Standard pitches! Any tokens not used during your stay, please drop back at reception on departure.
How many people can I have staying on my pitch?
We allow a maximum of 6 people and three pets per pitch. Please note, if you bring an additional car there will be an extra charge. Please arrange with reception if you would like to add this to your booking.
Can I request a particular pitch?
We do not reserve particular pitches prior to your arrival so we cannot guarantee you will be able to pitch your caravan near to your friends or family. We advise that you aim to arrive early to maximise your chance of finding a pitch where you most want to stay, no earlier than our 2pm check in time.
Are Windbreaks or Gazebos allowed?
Unfortunately, we do not allow fences, barricades, windbreaks, gazebos, dog ‘pens/gates’ and tents of any kind between caravans/motorhomes or campervans.
Should any be found, you will be asked to remove them by our team.
Do you accept roof tents?
Yes, we accept roof top tents at Skelwith fold – the Lake District is the perfect destination for a road trip with your roof top tent.
Roof tents must be purpose-made from a recognised manufacturer and have adequate gas ventilation.
They can hold a maximum of 5 occupants including children. Additional vehicles are chargeable.
Can I park my car on my touring pitch?
Yes, there is space to park one car on your touring pitch alongside your caravan and awning.
There is a small charge for additional cars. Please contact Reception for more information. Let us know when you book or check in if you have an additional vehicle and we can let you know where to park.
Can I put my awning up?
Yes. Awning extending up to 2.5m from your caravan or motorhome can be put up for an additional nightly charge. We recommend using heavy duty awning pegs due to the hard standing surface.