Low Wray Campsite
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At a glance
- Type of accommodation
- Tents, Campervans, Motorhomes, Accessible pods, Pods, Safari tents, Tree tents
- Number of places / pitches
- 129
- Seasons
- 30 Jan 2024 - 23 Dec 2025
- Minimum stay
- 2 nights
- Dogs welcome per pitch
- 2
About Low Wray Campsite
Low Wray Campsite is a quiet place to relax at the end of a day exploring the Lakes, surrounded by countryside views. There’s a great choice of things to see and do around Windermere; Wray Castle is on the doorstep, while the Claife Viewing Station is a four-mile, fairly level walk away. We're not far from Hill Top, Beatrix Potter’s beloved farmhouse retreat and inspiration, or views from the water on the ferry to Bowness. There are plenty of cafés and gastro pubs in the villages and towns around the lake.
As well as ambitious trails for keen walkers, you’ll find lots of opportunities for family-friendly adventure, from gentle hikes to kayak and stand-up paddleboard hire. You can set off from the campsite by bike, heading towards Hawkshead or Ambleside, while at Grizedale Forest, there's every kind of bike trail from wide-open gravel tracks for families to technically-challenging bridgeways for experienced riders.
Check-in is from 3pm for pitches and 4pm for pods, safari tents and tree tents, with departures by 11am. To help preserve the site's tranquillity, the maximum number of adults in any booking is four and this applies whether you book together or separately. For group bookings, directions, late arrivals, facility information, electric vehicle charging, local area guides and more, please check the Guide to Low Wray Campsite.
Features and facilities
- Chemical disposal, available
- Laundry, available
- Play area, available
- Shop, available
- Showers, available
- Toilets, available
- Washing-up area, available
- BBQs allowed, available
Location
Campsite map
Tents
Most pitches are in open meadows with views across the countryside, with some scattered in a secluded area of woodland and just a few pitches on the lakeshore or with a lake view. Paths connect all parts of the site, with a footbridge over the stream that leads to the lake. There are pitches for all sizes of tents, so please read the descriptions in the booking system carefully. For organised groups, like Duke of Edinburgh, please complete the booking form on the Guide to Low Wray Campsite page.
Campervans, motorhomes and roof tents
The hardstanding pitches are mostly on the edge of the site with countryside views as far as the Coniston fells. There are also a few woodland pitches next to the beck with good access for launching canoes. There are no lakeside pitches for campervans, motorhomes or roof tents. Most have electric hook-up. If you need space for an awning, please let us know in your booking.
Pods
There are different types of pods in a few locations across the campsite, so be sure to read the descriptions in the booking system carefully to help you make your choice. All the pods offer a few simple comforts - a soft floor, mattresses, heat, light and sockets. Think of a pod as a replacement for your tent, and bring all your other camping gear, including sleeping bags, a sleeping mat if you’d like to place it on top of the mattresses provided, pots and pans, a stove and camping chairs. You can find out more in the Guide to Low Wray Campsite.
Large Regular Pods
These pods are one room and have floor mattresses that can be folded up. They sleep two adults and up to three small children. They are not dog friendly.
Large Pods
These pods have three benches with mattresses, which can be used as seating in the day and be made into beds at night. They sleep two adults and up to three small children. They are not dog friendly.
Plus Pods
These pods have two benches with mattresses, which can be used as seating in the day and single beds at night. There are also floor mattresses, which can be folded up for extra seating. They sleep two adults and two children, or three adults. They are not dog friendly.
Furnished Pods
These pods have a table and benches that convert to a double bed, as well as bunk beds. They sleep two adults and two children, or three adults. They are not dog friendly.
Lake-view cabin, an accessible furnished pod
Low Wray’s lake-view cabin is an accessible, furnished pod that has views of the lake and a covered deck. It is wheelchair friendly, sleeps four people (maximum of three adults) and is dog friendly.
What's inside the accessible furnished pod?
It has adjustable beds for two and bunk beds. It has an equipped kitchen, and 1.5m turning circles in all the right places.
What should I bring?
You'll just need to bring bedding and linen. You'll find a full inventory in the Guide to Low Wray Campsite.
Safari tents
Three spacious safari tents are tucked away in the woodland area of the campsite. They sleep six and one is dog friendly.
What's inside a safari tent?
They each have a woodburner and are furnished with beds, sofas and tables and chairs. The kitchens have a gas hob, cool box, kettle, pans, utensils, crockery and cutlery. There's outdoor seating with a barbecue. Bring bedding, linen and a torch. You'll find a full inventory in the Guide to Low Wray Campsite.
Tree tents
To reach one of the globe-shaped tree tents, you'll climb up a ladder onto a wooden platform about 3m from the ground. The whole structure is suspended, so they wobble a little and will sway in the wind. They sleep three people (children must be over 8 years old) and are not dog friendly. Stays in the tree tents are subject to wind conditions.
What's inside a tree tent?
They each have a woodburner and bench seating which turns into two beds - one double and one single. On the ground, there's a rustic camp kitchen with everything you need to prepare food. There's a small table and chairs on the deck. Bring bedding, linen and a torch. You'll find a full inventory in the Guide to Low Wray Campsite.
Guide to Low Wray Campsite
Find all you need to know about a holiday at Low Wray Campsite, including directions, how to check in, types of pitches, pods, safari and tree tent inventories. dogs, campfires and more...
Enjoying the lake
The campsite has direct access to the lakeshore, to launch non-powered craft, explore the beach or go for a paddle or dip. With a rod licence, you can fish from the shore a short distance from the campsite or from your own boat, or with a permit from the Windermere and District Angling Association, you can try Blelham Tarn, a short walk away. There's also trout fishing at Esthwaite Water with a permit available onsite. We're a short drive from many other lakes and tarns including Grasmere and Rydal Water. It's easy to get to Coniston Water for a cruise on the Steam Yacht Gondola.
Finding a quiet spot
In an area popular with holiday-makers, you can always find somewhere peaceful. Visit Stagshaw Garden with its rambling paths and informal gardens, or Skellghyll Woods, home to red squirrels and some of the tallest trees in England. Back at the campsite, you might spot otters, roe deer and barn owls.
A walk with history and views
Lake DistrictTake the Blelham Tarn circular walk to take in sites of rare Iron Age finds and ten thousand years of geology at one of the most important freshwater research sites in Britain. You'll cross streams, pass farms and walk through pasture and woodland. Laterbarrow hill has 360-degree views on a clear day.
Holiday cottages near Low Wray Campsite
For friends and family who might like to stay near you in a holiday cottage, there's a National Trust cottage in the old kitchen garden at Wray Castle - The Summer House (sleeps four). Also near Windermere, you'll find Trees, a 1930s cabin (sleeps four), and High Strawberry Gardens (sleeps four) and Low Strawberry Gardens (sleeps four) with a shared jetty.
Exploring the area...
Claife Viewing Station to Wray Castle trail
Lake DistrictThis gently undulating track along the west shore of Windermere is suitable for cyclists and runners of of all ages and abilities.
Windermere west shore walk
Lake DistrictEnjoy a relaxing lakeshore walk through woodland and parkland on this linear trail, taking in views of the islands of Windermere and the Victorian Gothic Wray Castle