Campsite · Santon Bridge · Cumbria
The Old Post Office Campsite
Small family campsite beside the River Irt at Santon Bridge, open all year, with tent pitches, electric tourers and serviced pitches.
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This is a small, long-running site beside the River Irt at Santon Bridge, on the quiet western side of the Lake District near Wasdale. The family has run it since 1951. Tents go on non-electric grass pitches, while touring caravans, campervans and motorhomes use electric pitches on grass and gravel, with a handful of fully serviced hardstanding pitches that have their own water and drainage. Some pitches are on the river bank and children can paddle, swim and, subject to the water level, fish in the river with a rod licence.
Facilities are plain: coin-operated hot showers, laundry, a covered washing-up area, drinking water taps, a chemical and grey-waste point and free wifi. A farm and gift shop in Santon Bridge is ten minutes on foot. The site aims at couples and families, so stag and hen parties, single-sex groups and parties of two or more units are not accepted. Dogs are welcome on leads, up to three per pitch. Open fires are banned, but raised barbecues are fine.
- Riverside pitches with paddling and swimming
- Open all year
- Free wifi
- Santon Bridge shop ten minutes on foot
- Tent, electric tourer and fully serviced pitches
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Prices
Showers 50p/10 min (women) and 20p/4 min (men); hairdryer 20p; washer or dryer £1 for 20 min. Extras vary by pitch type.
When is it cheapest?
One night for two adults in the non-electric grass tent pitch, every night of the next year. Tap a day to price it.
October 2026 from £38.50
November 2026 from £38.50
December 2026 from £38.50
January 2027 from £38.50
February 2027 from £38.50
March 2027 from £38.50
April 2027 from £38.50
May 2027 from £38.50
June 2027 from £38.50
July 2027 from £38.50
August 2027 from £38.50
September 2027 from £38.50
The full price list we hold (2026)
Rates
| For | Season | Nights | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| tent-grass, electric-touring, electric-motorhome, super-serviced | Any | Any | £38.50 pitch_night, incl. 2 adults |
People
- Adult 16: £7 night
- Child 5–16: £3 night
- Infant–4: £0 night
Extras
- Dog: £2 night (Max 3 per pitch)
- Gazebo: £10 night (Gazebo or event shelter)
- Awning: £6 night
- Pup tent: £3 night (Storage only)
- Extra car: £7 night (Max 2 vehicles in total per pitch; only 1 on the pitch)
- Motorbike: £2.50 night
Deposit: 15% non-refundable deposit at booking; balance due 12 weeks before arrival (or immediately if sooner). £15 admin fee on cancellations or amendments made outside the 21-day window.
Source: lakedistrict-campsite.co.uk, checked 2026-10-20. Always confirm the price when you book.
Places to stay
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Pitch
- Grass
- No electric
- For tent
Tent campers can use the reception fridge and freezer.
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Pitch
- Mixed
- Electric
- For caravan, motorhome, campervan
Bring a 10m hook-up cable.
Electric grass and gravel motorhome or campervan pitch
Pitch
- Mixed
- Electric
- For motorhome, campervan
Small 1-2 person tents are allowed here where specified; otherwise book a tent pitch.
Fully serviced 'super' pitch
Pitch
- Mixed
- Electric
- Water
- Waste drain
- For caravan, motorhome, campervan
Hardstanding with electric, fresh water and waste water.
Rules
- Dogs
- Yes · up to 3 · £2 night · on leads
Dangerous Dogs Act breeds (e.g. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, XL Bully) not allowed
Not to be left unattended. - Fires
- No
BBQs: Yes, but no disposables
Open fires are banned. Barbecues must be raised off the ground, attended, and not placed on tables. No disposable barbecues. - Pool
- None
- Groups
- No
Max 2 households per booking; no groups of 3+ adults unless couples or families; no stag or hen parties; no group bookings of 2+ units via Pitchup. - Quiet hours
- 22:00 – 07:00
- Arrival
- From 13:00 until 18:30
Call ahead; bookings are only held for 24 hours after 6.30pm on arrival day. - Vehicles
- Car by your pitch · 1 per pitch
- Music
- Keep music, radios and TVs low
- Visitors
- Visitors for a maximum of 1 hour, signed in at reception
- Cancellation
- Deposits non-refundable; no changes within 21 days of arrival; no refunds for weather.
- Also
- No vehicle movement 11pm to 7am.
- Also
- Tents not allowed on touring, super or campervan pitches.
- Also
- Bring a 10 metre hook-up cable.
- Also
- Commercial and sign-written vehicles not allowed.
Facilities
Washing and toilets
- Toilets
- Showers (Paid)
- Hot water
- Laundry
- Washing-up area
Pitches and power
- Electric hook-up
- Hardstanding pitches
- Drinking water
- Chemical toilet disposal
- Grey waste
- Motorhome service point
- WiFi (Free)
- Mobile signal (Patchy)
Food and drink
- Fire pits (no)
Things to do
- Fishing
Around the site
- Walk to a shop
- Recycling
Only facilities we've confirmed are shown. Crossed out means confirmed not available.
Location
The Old Post Office Campsite, Santon Bridge, Santon Bridge, CA19 1UY
- Nearest pubBridge Inna couple of minutes' walk
- Nearest stationMurthwaite Halt1.6 miles
Questions people ask
Are dogs allowed at The Old Post Office Campsite?
Yes, dogs are welcome. Up to 3 per pitch or unit. They cost £2 a night. Dangerous Dogs Act breeds (e.g. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, XL Bully) not allowed.
Can you have a campfire at The Old Post Office Campsite?
No, campfires aren't allowed. BBQs: yes, but no disposables.
When is The Old Post Office Campsite open?
All year.
How much does it cost to stay at The Old Post Office Campsite?
From £38.50 a night for two adults, the lowest price we can find over the next year. Showers 50p/10 min (women) and 20p/4 min (men); hairdryer 20p; washer or dryer £1 for 20 min. Extras vary by pitch type.
Does The Old Post Office Campsite have a swimming pool?
No.
Does The Old Post Office Campsite have electric hook-ups?
Yes.
Is there WiFi at The Old Post Office Campsite?
Free.
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