🌼 Cumbria in Bloom Gold Award for Castlerigg Hall

We are delighted to share that Castlerigg Hall Caravan Park, Keswick has been awarded Gold in the 2025 Cumbria in Bloom awards, achieving an impressive 89 points out of 100.

As a family-run, award-winning Lake District holiday park, we are incredibly proud of this recognition. It reflects the hard work of our team and our long-standing commitment to sustainability, conservation and guest experience.

🌿 Assessment Overview

The judges visited on 3rd July 2025 and assessed us across several key areas:

• Impression on arrival – 25/30

• Appeal for residents – 8/10

• Horticultural practice – 9/10

• Environmental consideration – 9/10

• Pride of place – 10/10

• Overall impact & community contribution – 28/30

Total: 89/100 – GOLD Medal

🌸 What the Judges Loved

A Strong First Impression

Guests are welcomed by our distinctive gates and clear branding, reflecting our traditional Lakeland heritage. The reception, set within the original farmhouse, retains its character while showcasing our history and awards.

The judges highlighted the attentive welcome from our team and the ease of arrival, including accessible parking.

Cumbria in Bloom judges enjoy a moment at Castlerigg Hall’s Viewpoint.

Beautiful Planting & Presentation

The exterior of the buildings feature:

• Wirework window boxes filled with vibrant red geraniums

• Hanging baskets with carefully selected plant combinations

• Well-maintained containers that complement the Lakeland stone

Around the park, planting schemes include dedicated areas for bees and pollinators, helping to support biodiversity across the site.

Sustainability at the Core

Sustainability is embedded throughout the park.

We continue to hold the David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation, recognising our long-term environmental commitment.

Cumbria Action for Sustainability initiatives are also supported on-site, including QR codes that allow guests to calculate their holiday carbon footprint.

Other sustainability measures include:

• Air and ground source heat pumps across all buildings

• Underfloor heating in toilet and shower facilities

• Composting all plant material for reuse

• Water conservation systems

• Reduction of single-use plastics in our shop

• Support for local producers and recycled products

Our toilet and shower facilities have also received national recognition through the Loo of the Year Awards, achieving Platinum Plus in 2024. We also won the Cumbria in Bloom award Homes of Natland Cup in 2024.

Facilities & Guest Experience

The judges noted the exceptionally high standard of facilities, including:

• Recreational and wildlife areas

• Dedicated dog walking spaces

• A woven willow den for families

• A panoramic viewing area with mountain identification board

• Campers’ kitchen and lounge with book swap and board games

The park sits naturally within the landscape, with mature trees and hedgerows providing shelter and wildlife habitats. Features include:

• Bird boxes and swift boxes

• Red squirrel nut feeders

• Bug hotels and bee hotels

One of the many wildlife interpretation boards around the park.

Community Involvement

We are proud to be actively involved in the Keswick community.

Guests benefit from reduced-price tickets for:

• Theatre by the Lake

• Keswick Launch Co

We also support charities on a rotational basis, including local cancer charities including the Calvert Trust, with fundraising initiatives taking place throughout the season.

Kim and Dave promote our fundraising appeal and coffee morning.

🏔 A Setting That Speaks for Itself

On a beautiful July day, the judges were able to fully appreciate the panoramic fell views from our purpose-built viewing area. The carefully designed seating and mountain identification board allow guests to connect with the landscape in a meaningful way.

The park’s mature planting ensures it sits comfortably within the surrounding Lake District scenery, enhancing rather than competing with the natural environment.

Bright pink clematis and the setting sun at Castlerigg Hall Caravan Camping Glamping.

🔎 Areas for Development

Cumbria in Bloom provided valuable suggestions, including:

• Expanding interpretation boards to highlight tree varieties

• Introducing a bird tally board for young families

We welcome these ideas and look forward to developing them further as part of our ongoing commitment to improvement.

Why This Award Matters

Winning Gold is not just about beautiful planting. It recognises:

• Environmental leadership

• Community contribution

• High standards of maintenance

• Guest experience

• Long-term family commitment

For our guests, it means staying somewhere that truly cares about its surroundings.

For us, it reinforces our belief that sustainable tourism and exceptional hospitality go hand in hand.

Castlerigg Hall Caravan, Camping & Glamping Park
📍 Lake District, Cumbria
🏆 Award-Winning Eco-Friendly Holiday Park
🌿 Family-run | Sustainable | Dog-Friendly | Unforgettable Views

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