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Blaithwaite Country House Estate

Wigton, Cumbria

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Blaithwaite Country House Estate offers an idyllic countryside getaway just ten minutes from the Lake District National Park. Perfect for families and dogs, with a range of accommodation options including ensuite glamping cabins with hot tubs, bell tents, grass and hardstanding pitches - some with hot tubs! There's plenty to do onsite from the adventure playground, meeting the onsite animals, plus a bar and pop up food trucks during peak season.

Why you'll love it at Blaithwaite Country House Estate


Family-run country estate with onsite animals, mini golf, an adventure playground and pop up bar!

Luxury ensuite glamping cabins with stargazing roofs, hot tubs, equipped kitchenettes and WiFi

Dog friendly site just ten minutes from the Lake District and 20 minutes from the coast

About the site


Stay just ten minutes from the Lake District National Park for a fun-filled and action-packed holiday with all of the family. This site is set on a family-run 250 acre private country estate with a range of accommodation options plus a venue for parties and weddings. The ensuite glamping cabin sleeps up to six with a double bedroom, another double room on a mezzanine level and a double pull out sofa bed for little ones. Bedding is provided. Plus, the pod has a panoramic roof, perfect for admiring the dark skies of the Lake District. An open-plan living area is the perfect spot for enjoying quality time with the family whether that's the evening meal or a competitive game around the table. The living area has a dining area and WiFi. The pods are heated and fully insulated, making them cosy for all year round stays. The fully equipped kitchenette has an oven, hob, fridge with a small freezer compartment, kettle, toaster, crockery, pots, pans, cutlery, sink, bin and microwave. You will also have an ensuite with a shower, toilet and wash basin. Towels are provided, although you may wish to bring extra for the hot tub. Outside your pod is a private decking area with a picnic table and BBQ, you will also have an enclosed garden with an electric hot tub too. You are also welcome to hire a fire pit from the site. So, sit back and relax on your decking admiring the views towards Solway Firth. Little ones would love to join in on the feeding sessions with the onsite animals, run around in the adventure playground or challenge you to a game of giant draughts. The site also offers Bushcraft sessions and Woodland Warrior laser tag at an extra cost. For your evening meals you have the option to whip up something tasty in your pod or trial something from one of the pop up food trucks that visit the site during the school and bank holidays. The barn also opens up a bar if you fancy a tipple! The site offers a range of other accommodation too, including grass and hardstanding pitches, bell tents, lodges, cottages and holiday lets. The site also hosts weddings, parties and private events, during these events the bar in the barn and the pop up trucks may be closed. Up to two dogs are welcome to join you for your stay.


Facilities and amenities

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Family friendly

Shop

Communal BBQ

Kids playground

Open year round

Facilities include toilets, showers and washing up facilities. There are woodland and picnic areas, along with a fire pit/BBQ area, fire pits to hire and firewood for purchase.

For kids, there is a football field, playing field and a large adventure playground. Around the site, you will also find adventure golf, giant chess and animals to feed. Bushcraft and Woodland Warrior Lasertag are available for an extra cost.

During peak times (when weddings are not on), the site hosts a pop up bar in the barn and visiting food trucks, with regular visits from an ice cream truck.

For picking up essentials, Wigton is a five minute drive away with a selection of small supermarkets. There are also multiple pubs within five minutes, including The Oddfellows Arms, Sun Inn and Ye Olde Greyhound Inn.


Pricing and availability

Ensuite Glamping Cabins with Hot Tubs (Dog Friendly)

Sleeps 6

Electric sockets

Heating

Hot tub

(Included, electric)

Parking

Shower

(Private ensuite)

Toilet

(Private ensuite)

WiFi

(Included)

Double bed

(Multiple)

Self check-in

Sofa bed/futon

(Double)

Cabins with a double bedroom, a pull out double sofa bed and a double bed on a mezzanine level. Inside is an open plan living area, heating and a panoramic stargazing roof window, an ensuite and WiFi. Equipped kitchenette includes a fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle, sink, hob, oven and utensils. Bedding and towels are provided. Outside is a private decking area with a picnic table, BBQ, hot tub and enclosed garden. Dogs welcome.

Map and address

Park address

Blaithwaite Country House Estate,

Blaithwaite House, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 0AZ

Coordinates

54.7913, -3.2259 | NY 21 44

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FAQ

Check-in is available from 4pm until 6pm for glamping, if you are going to be delayed please let the site know. Check out is due before 11am on your last day.

Yes, up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome to join you for your stay for a small extra charge. Please note that dogs must be kept on the lead at all times unless in the designated off-lead areas, and not left unattended. Breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted.

Yes, your glamping cabin will have a portable 4G WiFi box.

The barn opens a pop up bar during summer and bank holidays, plus there are occasional pop up food trucks that visit the site. Mini golf, the adventure playground, the giant chess board and the other onsite activities are available for all guests to use.

Yes, there are a range of grass and hardstanding pitches for campers and tourers, bell tents, lodges, cottages and holiday lets.

No, sorry toiletries are not provided so please remember to bring your own.

Wigton train station is less than a ten minute drive away.

Yes, your ensuite has a shower, wash basin and toilet.

Yes, your cabin will have an electric hot tub in the enclosed garden.

You will need to bring provisions for self-catering and toiletries.

Your pod includes a BBQ and you're welcome to hire a fire pit from the site.

It is self check-in, instructions will be emailed to you prior to your arrival.

No, sorry there are no EV chargers onsite. There are two nearby though in Orton Grange and Balue dial farm.


The listing for Blaithwaite Country House Estate was last updated on May 31st, 2025 at 12:15 AM

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