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What Makes Meadow Falls… Meadow Falls

Every campsite has pitches, showers and a view.

But we're often told that not every campsite feels like Meadow Falls.


Ours is a little corner where life slows down naturally — where families breathe, couples reconnect, and the only thing rushing anywhere is the weather rolling over Ingleborough. It’s calm, it’s friendly, and it’s run with the same down-to-earth honesty we’d want if we were the guests.


And that’s really where our ethos begins.



A place where you can truly relax


A man and boy play soccer on grass near a campsite with tents and a car. Green hills and mountains in the background; sunny day.
Arrived, unpacked and ready for some quality family time - no screens, just space.

When guests arrive, you can almost see the shoulders drop.

The pace changes. The noise softens.

People swap screens for scenery and space, and realise how much they needed it.


That peaceful feeling isn’t accidental.

It’s something we quietly protect — for you, your neighbours, and the families you haven’t met yet who are also here to unwind.



Why we keep things small, calm and thoughtful


Aerial view of a grassy campsite with tents and parked cars. Curved roads wind through the area, with trees and fields in the background.
Fully booked campsite - still looks empty :-)

You’ll notice we don’t squeeze our field full.

We don’t let things get rowdy.

And yes — we gently limit group sizes.


Not because we’re strict.

But because we care about the kind of experience our guests return for year after year.


When a family books two or three pitches together, they get to make memories side by side… without the whole field turning into a late-night gathering.

When couples stay in the pods, they get that quiet bubble of calm they were dreaming of.

When tired parents finally get five minutes with a cuppa, they’re not drowned out by someone else’s party.


It doesn't matter if your looking for Camping, Glamping or Touring, there's so many possible combinations that work so well.


It works — beautifully.

And the reviews say the same.


We choose the pitches so you don’t have to worry


Camper van with roof tent in a sunny field. People sit on lawn chairs, relaxing outside tents. Greenery and blue sky in the background.
Couple relaxing in camping chairs, staring up at the panoramic views across Ingleborough

One thing guests tell us they appreciate most is that we hand-pick the pitches.

Families near families.

Adults near adults.

Friends next to each other.

Everyone in a spot that makes sense.


It’s thoughtful. It’s simple and it makes for a much more relaxed stay for everyone.




Honesty, consistency and the little touches


Blue tent illuminated at night under a starry sky. Silhouetted trees in the background. Calm and serene atmosphere.
A chilled night camping under a star filled sky

At Meadow Falls, quiet time doesn’t feel like a “rule” — it just happens.


When people choose to stay here, they’re choosing calm evenings, starry skies and that lovely low hum of families winding down. Our regular guests set the tone without even realising it, and new guests settle into it straight away.


Every now and then, if conversations or giggles run away with the clock (as they do on holiday), we’ll gently remind people. But more often than not, the peace happens all by itself.


That’s the heart of our ethos:

Be clear. Be kind. Be consistent.

Say what we mean — and live it in a way that feels natural and welcoming.


It’s simply the Meadow Falls way.


The reward? Returning faces, year after year


Families who first came with toddlers now come with teenagers.

Couples who stayed for a quiet weekend return with friends who prefer a bit of calm too.

Children who toasted their first marshmallow here can point to exactly where it happened.


That’s what makes Meadow Falls… Meadow Falls.


A small site with a big heart.

A quiet corner full of adventure.

A place where memories stick — long after the bags are packed.


Four people smiling outside a wooden cabin. One makes a peace sign. Casual clothing, relaxed mood, picnic table in the background.

Awards

Meadow Falls,

Thornton in Lonsdale,

Ingleton,

LA6 3PD

Loo of the year "Platinum Plus"

Quality in tourism 4*

Quality in Tourism "Clean, safe and legal"

Trip advisor "Travellers choice"

Practical Motorhome "Top 100"

Practical Motorhome "Regional winner" 

Practical Motorhome "#2 for Camping in UK"

Practical Caravan "Best small site"  

Practical Motorhome "Best Family site"

Campsites.co.uk "Top dog"

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