Hudscales Camping Barn, Hudscales, Hesket Newmarket, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 8JZ

Call Elizabeth on 016974 78637 or 07717 803744

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Traditional Lakeland camping barn near Wigton

Hudscales Camping Barn is part of a group of traditional farm buildings, situated at 1000ft on the northern-most flank of the Lakeland Fells. It overlooks the villages of Caldbeck and Hesket Newmarket and is in an ideal position for exploring the northern fells. It is situated right on the Cumbria Way and Reiver Cycle Route.

Sleeping accommodation is on the ground floor along with a separate cooking and eating area. You will need to bring sleeping bags and mats. If you wish to cook bring a camping stove and all utensils / crockery. There is a separate toilet and wash basin and a metered shower. A wood-burning stove is provided for added comfort (logs extra) and there is electric lighting plus metered power points, electric heaters are provided if required. There's also a games room with pool table and dart board.
Hudscales Camping Barn perches at 1000ft on the northern-most flank of the Lakeland Fells. It overlooks the villages of Caldbeck and Hesket Newmarket and is on the Cumbria Way. BYO sleeping bags, mats, stove & utensils. There is a separate toilet and wash basin and a metered shower. A wood-burning stove provides added comfort (logs extra), there is electric lighting plus metered power points, (electric heaters are provided if required). There's also a games room with pool table/dart board.
Hudscales Camping Barn is part of a group of traditional farm buildings, situated at 1000ft on the northern-most flank of the Lakeland Fells. It overlooks the villages of Caldbeck and Hesket Newmarket and is in an ideal position for exploring the northern fells. It is situated right on the Cumbria Way and Reiver Cycle Route.

Sleeping accommodation is on the ground floor along with a separate cooking and eating area. You will need to bring sleeping bags and mats. If you wish to cook bring a camping stove and all utensils / crockery. There is a separate toilet and wash basin and a metered shower. A wood-burning stove is provided for added comfort (logs extra) and there is electric lighting plus metered power points, electric heaters are provided if required. There's also a games room with pool table and dart board.

This accommodation is featured on our map of the Lake District and here is its own website.

Availability

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Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    12: 1x12
  • Open:

    All year. All day.
  • Price per night:

    £15 per person. £180 sole use.
  • Booking:

    Book through the website
  • Directions:

    Leave M6 at J41 and take B5305 for Wigton. After approx 9 miles take left turn for Hesket Newmarket. Drive to top end of village and take left turn for Fellside. Hudscales Camping Barn is approx 1 mile on left up a lane.
  • Public Transport :

    Penrith station 12 miles. Carlisle station 15 miles. No buses from Penrith. Limited service from Carlisle. Taxi fare from Carlisle approx £20.
  • Walks :

    Long Distance Walkers AssociationLong Distance Walks Cumbria Way Cathedral Cycle Route
This accommodation is featured on the following pages
Family Friendly Mountains Individuals welcome Camping Barns and Bothies Hostels with log burners and open fires

This accommodation is available at the following peak times

Available August Bank Holiday 2026 Available October Half Term 2026 Available for Christmas 2026 Available New Year 2026 / 2027 Available February Half Term 2027 Available Easter 2027 Available May Day Bank Holiday 2027 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2026

Facilities

aMixed dormitories
fSleeping bags required
hSome areas heated
oMeals available locally
kSelf catering facilities
jShowers
tWithin 1 mile of NCN
5Very basic accommodation

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News & Offers from Hudscales Camping Barn

Grab a mid-week getaway at Hudscales Camping Barn – sole use for £150

August 6th 2026

Fancy a simple, good-value break in the North Lakes? Hudscales Camping Barn is a cosy, no-fuss place to gather with friends or family, head out walking or cycling, and enjoy a bit of peace in beautiful countryside.
Book a mid-week stay, and you can have the whole barn to yourselves for just £150. Bring your sleeping bags, cooking kit and sense of adventure, then make yourselves at home.

Once you’re back from a day on the fells, there’s plenty to keep everyone happy. Light the log-burning stove, warm up, and settle in for a relaxed evening together. Outside, you can make the most of the BBQ and firepit — perfect for cooking, chatting, and enjoying the countryside skies.
There’s fun indoors too, with a pool table and a selection of games for all ages to enjoy. Whether you’re planning a walkers’ stopover, a family adventure or a catch-up with friends, Hudscales Camping Barn is an easy, friendly place to switch off, laugh, and make some memories.
https://www.hudscalescampingbarn.co.uk/

Special Offer

Welcome in the New Year in the Lake District

October 13th 2024

With a log-burning stove to keep you cosy, Hudscales Camping Barn is the perfect getaway to celebrate New Year’s Eve with up to 12 family and friends. Enjoy a walk in the beautiful northern fells on New Year’s Day. The games room has plenty of room to socialise with pool table, darts board and optional table tennis to entertain.

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