Old Barn Farm

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Disappointing

Arriving on site there are none of the views showing on the website. The trees between the pitches have grown so tall they overhang all the pitches and block out the views. The site is very close to the main road, hence traffic noise, they are also very narrow. For my little camper it was fine, but a caravan with awning would leave no space for a car. The bins are close to the pitches and the fresh water tap is next to the chemical toilet disposal, and above the grey water disposal. There is also parking for the holiday cottages at the entrance to the site and that was quite busy. Following my first night, I left my hook-up cable as a pitch marker. At the time there were no other outfits on the site. When I returned from my day out, my hook-up cable had been taken - still no other outfits. The owners were very helpful in contacting the holiday cottages and the big house on the corner, but, not surprisingly, no-one had seen anything. I’d be interested to know how many other people leave their hook-ups as a pitch-marker!

Emh2021

Reviewed on 15/07/2023 17:07

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An adequate site

In an area with several stunning CLs, this is simply adequate. There is a large space, mostly covered with meadow. The pitches are all under trees so that the stunning scenery cannot be seen. The bins are right behind the pitches. The fresh water tap is right next to the tap for the chemical waste. If the site was reoriented, such that the pitches were at the top of the site, guests would be able to enjoy the views. The pitches are about as small as they could possibly be: if we had erected our awning, there would have been no space for our car. We have a small two-berth caravan! The site is close to the main road, leading to inevitable traffic noise: again, if the pitches were at the opposite end of the site, the noise would be less obvious. It felt like we spent a weekend in a car park. There is no space for guests to enjoy the sunshine!

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Caravanner from Lancashire

Reviewed on 03/07/2023 15:26

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Relax & Unwind but watch out for the overgrown trees.

We spent Bank Holiday at this site. The pitches look over a grassed area that has been made into a wildflower bed with a path around the outside for you to walk around. The views of the hills can be seen from the end of the pitches when you look left. The only down side to this site was the overgrown trees across the pitches which hit the van and made inside the van very dark. These could do with a little trim back but apart from that a nice site to relax and unwind.

Davidjilly1

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Reviewed on 02/06/2023 10:24

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A couple close to lake Windermere

Stayed at old barn farm for 6 nights whilst visiting the lakes . Close to lake Windermere and central to all the other lakes & places of interest also 15 mins from the coast . Picturesque site with easy access from the motorway , there is a little road noise but it wasn’t a problem for us , we would recommend staying at Old Barn Farm if your visiting the beautiful Lake District

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Reviewed on 05/07/2022 09:41

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Great for walking

Good CL for walking in the beautiful surrounding countryside. Some noise from the busy main road. All hard standing so no issue with mud. Pitches fo slope from front to back so levelling ramps are required.

RAG13

Motorhomer

Reviewed on 19/09/2021 08:15

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Noisy

Had to leave 4 days early because of the noise from the 13 bed self-catering cottage 3 meters from our pitch, run by site owners. Party cottage, loud music, shouting, screaming until early hours of the morning. Gangs of males and females. Could not sit outside, hear our TV or sleep. Second group that came immediately played loud music outside, so we booked on a 112 pitch site which was quieter. Only just managed to fit motorhome through collapsing gate entrance. Too many large overhanging trees, close to roof of vehicle. Dogs from cottages brought to toilet on site. 

CRAIG HANSON

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Reviewed on 30/07/2021 15:35

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Great cl

Very good cl. Easy to access, beautiful surroundings. There is some road noise but didn't really concern us. Well situated for exploring south lakes villages and Lake Windrrmere at Lakeside. The site was not over busy whilst we were there which was surprising. Would visit agsin.

Mel Shrewsbury

Caravanner from Shropshire

Reviewed on 13/07/2021 19:09

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Close to the sights

We booked and paid on the phone, and had been told to just park up on any available pitch. This we did,and did not see the warden at all during our 5 day stay, which was ok because of the covid distancing. A small site, we used our own facilities. We found access to the water and waste a small problem, as there is not much room behind the van parked in pitch 1, not a huge problem but a nuisance as you need to get close to the parked van. Pitches are pleasant, clean and are on slate chippings, so no mud!! The view is a raised meadow, so not much to see, although there is a short mowed path right around. A busy road means some road noise, but most of the noise came from a large party in the adjacent holiday let, who partied in the garden until the early hours, not conducive to a peaceful stay. Easy to drive to the sites in the Southern lakes, and to the coast.

Mardymadam

Reviewed on 21/07/2020 15:04

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Another Winner

Arrival on site is straightforward, whichever way you drive along the A590.Just lookout for the Cartmel sign as described in the Site Guide and the barn/house is on the left in 150 yards. The entrance is after the house (now converted to holiday complex). The gate is not very wide but you approach in a straight line so shouldn't cause you any problems. We were met by a young lady who pointed out where everything was. All the facilities are contained in a dry stone cladded enclosure found behind the first pitch. As other reviewers have mentioned, staying on this pitch may not be to everyones taste as other members will have to walk behind you to get to the facilities. A motorhome was parked there for 2 nights and parked on the edge of the pitch allowing a bit of room. The pitches are as per the photograph, in a straight line, more or less facing east. There is a small meadow field in front for basic dog exercise first and last thing. All of the pitches are on slate chipping, quite large with what appears hard core underneath. I wouldn't have thought it was the easiest to erect an awning. We didn't bring one as only a 5 night stop. There are some not fully grown trees on grass verges between pitches. We managed to find a level, side to side, pitch but the nose was a bit down. Motorhomes take note. The facilities include full recycling bins, an elsan that is more than adequate and fresh water. My only gripe would be that, whilst both water taps are clearly marked, some numpty is bound to clean his toilet cassette with the wrong one. The views of the low level hills opposite the CL are wonderful and it is quite easy to access Gummer How from site with the appropriate map. Normally easy access to Bowness via the east road along Windermere but at the time of writing pipe laying is continuing and the road is closed. We had no problem with WiFi signal or telephone. Don't know about TV as we don't have one. Now the downside. The CL is about 150 yards away from the A590, a busy road from Grange to Ulverstone and Barrow and there is a constant stream of traffic along it at all times of day and night. It does drop off at night but if you are a very light sleeper and road noise affects you then this probably isn't the place for you. I can't say it was peaceful but it wouldn't stop me going back. There is a Shell garage about 1 mile down towards Newby Bridge that acts as a Spar type shop and the Swan Inn Hotel is just a little further along. There are walks to be had from site with good maps and the rest of the Southern Lakes are within easy driving distance. All in all a decent CL stop, particularly for winter with its hardstanding. We didn't see the owner again but didn't need to. She did mention that we could stay a bit longer on our leaving day if required. Please note we were asked for a deposit when booking. If you have non camping friends or relatives then the holiday apartments will be very handy.

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Reviewed on 03/03/2019 10:19

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Lovely little gem!!

Currently writing the review whilst at the site and 100% agree with the last review.. surprisingly nobody else here but it’s a nice little site.. the driveway and pitches are slate chippings and it’s level!! The meadow is great for the dog and it’s well located for so much in the area! Yes there is road noise from the main a590 but it’s easily bearable! Without doubt coming back here!

SazSteve

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Reviewed on 04/08/2018 08:21

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