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.

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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
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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

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

Lake District Last-Minute Availability Alert!

April 20th 2026

Hudscales Camping Barn has had a rare cancellation for the weekend of 8th/9th May – and that means you have a chance to grab it!

Fancy a weekend escape on a traditional Lakeland farm, 1000ft up on the northernmost edge of the stunning Lakeland Fells? Picture this: sweeping views over Caldbeck and Hesket Newmarket, fresh mountain air, and instant access to both the Cumbria Way and Reiver Cycle Route

It’s the perfect base for exploring the Northern Fells – or just switching off and soaking up the peace and beauty of the Lakes.

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Late Availability

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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