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Ellel

Lower Kit Brow Caravan Site

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54.001°N, 2.776°W
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The hum of the M6 fades quickly here, replaced by the soft rustle of Lancashire hedgerows and the distant call of curlews over the Lune valley.

This is a straightforward caravan and campervan site in Ellel, tucked into the green farmland belt between Lancaster and the Forest of Bowland. It suits tourers looking for a convenient base without fuss—couples touring the Lakes and Dales, motorhomers breaking a longer journey, or anyone drawn to the quiet lanes and market towns of north Lancashire. You're minutes from Lancaster's castle and canal, half an hour from Morecambe Bay's wide sands, and within striking distance of the fells if you fancy a day's walking.

Details are limited—facilities aren't listed, so it's worth calling ahead to check what's onsite and whether dogs are welcome (the policy is to ask first). Campfires are a 'check on arrival' situation, so don't bank on an evening blaze. Expect a working site with a no-nonsense vibe, the kind of place where you pitch up, settle in, and use it as a jumping-off point rather than a destination in itself.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
14°C
Clear
5 mph
79%
7-Day Outlook
Today
16° / 10°
31%
Thu
17° / 10°
100%
Fri
16° / 13°
100%
Sat
19° / 12°
90%
Sun
17° / 12°
68%
Mon
19° / 11°
61%
Tue
17° / 14°
97%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

4 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Wyre Way (Garstang to Abbeystead)

Follows the River Wyre through rolling Lancashire countryside with moderate inclines, particularly as you approach Abbeystead. The terrain mixes riverside paths with quieter lanes – manageable for older children but not suitable for buggies due to uneven ground and occasional stiles. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Delivers proper countryside escape with woodland stretches, wildlife spotting opportunities along the water, and charming rural villages marking your progress through the Bowlan

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7.7 km from campsite

Wyre Way (Tarnbrook Loop)

Loops through the tranquil Forest of Bowland from Tarnbrook, mixing quiet lanes with riverside paths and open moorland edges. Terrain varies from gentle valley stretches to moderate climbs with some steep sections on the ascent. Not suitable for buggies; older children who can manage uneven ground and longer distances will cope fine. Dogs welcome but keep on leads near livestock. Worth it for the dramatic fells backdrop, peaceful River Wyre sections, and genuine sense of remoteness in an Area of

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8.91 km from campsite

Lancashire Coastal Way

Stretches 156km along Lancashire's coastline from Merseyside to Cumbria, mixing flat promenade sections with gentle dunes and occasional modest climbs around headlands. Families and buggies manage fine on paved prom stretches (Blackpool, Morecambe), though sand and shingle sections require sturdier wheels. Dogs welcome throughout, making it brilliant for seaside plods with proper Irish Sea views, traditional piers, birdwatching at estuaries, and that proper bucket-and-spade nostalgia between the

Hiking routeRegional network
14.39 km from campsite

Lune Valley Ramble

Follows the River Lune through peaceful Lancashire countryside with mostly flat, easy paths alongside the water and gentle farmland trails. Perfect for families and generally buggy-friendly on main stretches, though some stiles and field gates may require lifting. Dogs welcome and will love the riverside sections. Offers lovely valley views, wildlife spotting opportunities along the riverbanks, and a proper escape into rural tranquillity without demanding climbs—ideal for a relaxed afternoon amb

Hiking routeRegional network
14.48 km from campsite

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Pubs, shops & services within 5 km

  • Pendle Brew
    Cafe 0.8 km~10 min walk
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  • Grizedale Bar
    Bar 0.9 km~10 min walk
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  • Barker House Farm
    Restaurant 0.9 km~10 min walk
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  • Guan Zi Chinese Restaurant
    Restaurant 0.9 km~10 min walkchinese
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  • Galgate Village Kebab & Pizza House
    Takeaway 1.0 km~10 min walk
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Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

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