Just half an hour from Carlisle and the England-Scotland border, Wallsend Guest House and Glamping Pods offers a range of ensuite glamping pods. Ideal for exploring Hadrian's Wall or the Solway Coast AONB, these pods are fully equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay including kitchenettes, heating, WiFi and optional hot tubs for that added touch of luxury. The local pub is less than a five minute walk down the road too!

Why you'll love it at Wallsend Guest House and Glamping Pods


Featured in our 2024 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites

Fully equipped ensuite glamping pods with optional hot tubs and WiFi

Set in the Solway Coast AONB, ideal for Carlisle, Hadrian's Wall and the Lake District

Less than a five minute walk from the beach and local pub. With dog friendly options too!

About the site


Set in North West England, along the Solway Coast, this glamping site is a great spot for exploring Carlisle or southern Scotland with the border only 30 minutes away. Set close to the Hadrian's Wall National Trail and the National Cycle Network's Route 72 it is an ideal destination for cyclists and walkers. There are five ensuite glamping pods onsite, each with an optional hot tub outside, the perfect addition to a day of walking or cycling. All of the pods have modern ensuites that feature a heated towel rail, a sink, a toilet and a shower. Towels are provided. The pods have a small kitchenette that is fitted with all the essentials including an electric hob, a kettle, microwave, sink and mini fridge. Crockery and utensils are provided. Or, if you would prefer to dine out there is a pub just down the road! The pods are heated to ensure you are cosy even in winter, and inside you'll find a TV and a dining table and chairs in each. All also have electric and access to free WiFi to keep you connected on your holiday. There is a great range of glamping pods on offer to suit every type of holiday, with dog-friendly, dog free, family friendly and adult-only options. All pods have the option to add a private Kirami eco-friendly log burner hot tub. The adult-only pods have a sofa and a double bed with bedding provided. The family-friendly pods have a double bed with a memory foam mattress, a sofa bed and bedding is provided. You can add either a two-person or four-person hot tub to your booking depending on the pod you choose.


Facilities and amenities

Adult only

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant

Family friendly

Shop

WiFi

Near beach

Near pub

Open year round

Peaceful

Ensuite shower and toilet facilities are available within each pod.

Just up the road is the local pub which serves meals each day of the week and there are many other pubs within a short distance. The nearest shop is at Kirkbride, a short drive away.


Pricing and availability

Ensuite Glamping Pods (Optional Two Person Hot Tub, Dog Friendly)

Sleeps 4

Electric sockets

Heating

Hot tub

(Optional, Wood-fired)

Parking

(Allocated at car park)

Shower

(Private ensuite)

Toilet

(Private ensuite)

WiFi

(Included)

Double bed

Sofa bed/futon

(Double)

Glamping pods with a double bed with a memory foam mattress, a sofa bed, a TV, dining table and chairs and WiFi. Fully equipped kitchen with an electric hob, kettle, microwave and fridge with crockery and utensils provided. Ensuite shower room too, bedding and towels provided. Option to add a private Kirami eco-friendly two person log burner hot tub to your booking. Dog friendly.

Adult Only Ensuite Glamping Pods (Optional Hot Tub)

Sleeps 2

Electric sockets

Heating

Hot tub

(Optional, Wood-fired)

Parking

(Allocated at car park)

Shower

(Private ensuite)

Toilet

(Private ensuite)

WiFi

(Included)

Double bed

Sofa

Adult only glamping pods with a double bed with bedding provided, a sofa, TV, dining table and chairs and WiFi. Fully equipped kitchen with an electric hob, kettle, microwave and fridge with crockery and utensils provided. Ensuite shower room too. Option to add a private Kirami eco-friendly log burner hot tub to your booking. Dog free.

Ensuite Glamping Pod (Optional Four Person Hot Tub, Dog Friendly)

Sleeps 4

Electric sockets

Heating

Hot tub

(Optional, Wood-fired)

Parking

(Allocated at car park)

Shower

(Private ensuite)

Toilet

(Private ensuite)

WiFi

Double bed

Sofa bed/futon

(Double)

Glamping pod with a double bed with a memory foam mattress, a sofa bed, a TV, a dining table and chairs and WiFi. Fully equipped kitchen with an electric hob, kettle, microwave and fridge with crockery and utensils provided. Ensuite shower room too, bedding and towels provided. Option to add a private Kirami eco-friendly four person log burner hot tub to your booking. Dog friendly.

Map and address

Park address

Wallsend Guest House and Glamping Pods,

The Old Rectory, Bowness-on-Solway, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 5AF

Coordinates

54.9520, -3.2127 | NY 22 62

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What guests say

"The hot tub was very relaxing and you could see all the stars, we even spotted some shooting stars!"

Tasha W - Nov 2023

"Would definitely recommend this for a romantic weekend away"

Hannah S - Jun 2023

"They certainly put the glam in glamping"

Alison P - May 2023


FAQ

Check-in is available from 3:30pm until 6pm. Please let the site know if you're delayed. Departure is due before 10am on your last day.

Yes, bedding and towels are provided.

Both the two person and four person glamping pods allow up to two dogs but no dogs are allowed in the adult only glamping pods. Please note, breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted. Also please make sure your dog is kept on their lead and not left unattended.

Yes, free WiFi is available in all of the pods.

Yes, there is a guest house onsite as well as grass tent pitches.

Parking is not available by the pods but you are welcome to stop and unload your bags outside the pod before moving to the car park. There is a free parking area which has a designated space for each pod.

No, please make sure to bring your own toiletries.

There is a bus stop less than a five minute walk from the site. Wigton train station is a 15 minute drive away.

Yes, each glamping pod is equipped with a modern ensuite bathroom with a toilet, sink, shower and electric heated towel rail!

For each pod you have the option to hire either a two person or four person Kirami wood-fired hot tub for your stay!

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The listing for Wallsend Guest House and Glamping Pods was last updated on February 22nd, 2025 at 10:42 AM

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