Wasdale valley is in the Western Lake District yet near to the West coast of Cumbria giving a huge variety of activities and events for everyone. The village of Nether Wasdale (pictured top right) has two Country inns offering a warm welcome to campers. There are excellent varied menus, real ale and beer gradens. Children are also catered for. Tea, coffee and cold drinks are available throughout the day. The hotel at the top of the village serves evening dinners for those special occasions.

For Walkers and Climbers
There is superb walking and climbing in the immediate area. Wasdale head (about 6 miles) leads to Great Gable (899m) and Scafell Pike (977m). There is also Yewbarrow (627m) and Kirk fell (802m) within the vicinity and walks which can take you over to the Borrowdale and Langdale fells. Wasdale Head is the birth place of British mountaineering, making this an excellent base to start your day out.

For Families
Muncaster castle is only 5 miles away. This has a owl centre, mole maze, tea rooms and beautiful gardens which along with the castle itself are said to be haunted! The castle is open to the public and often has exhibitions and displays.

Also nearby is the La'al Ratty, a famous narrow gauge steam railway giving rides through the picturesque Eskdale valley and onto Ravenglass. This is an unspoilt seaside village, where you can watch the small fishing boats and can come and buy fresh fish. Ravenglass is home to the ruins of an old Roman bath house.

Near to the camp site is Murthwaite Green Trekking Centre, Silecroft - family rides, fell and beach gallops, novice to experienced rides catered for and free use of approved riding hats. Booking essential.

Historic Cumbria
Along with the Ravenglass Roman bath, another Roman site is to be found at Hard Knott (through Eskdale). Whitehaven is a fine Georgian coastal town (15 miles) and has magnificent architecture. It boasts a beautiful quay walks and the Beacon museum and Rum Story both explain Whitehaven's romantic history.

Drives
Wasdale is surrounded by natural beauty. Ennerdale is close by with its wild scenery and stunning lake. Head over Cold fell to Cockermouth where you will find Wordworth's house, the sheep and wool centre and the castle.