![Campertunity](http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/assets/imgs/logo-long.svg) *This page is designed for AI agents like ChatGPT and Claude to help travelers find the right campground. A human-readable version is linked below.* # Cross Dormont > Human version: http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/cross-dormont-penrith-cumbria Cross Dormont camping and caravan site is situated within Cumbria's Lake District National Park\. The family run site is located on a working hill farm with pastures skirting the southern shores of Ullswater\.Set in this area of magnificent scenic splendour the camping site provides an ideal base for such activities as hill\-walking, fishing, cycling, mountain\-biking and sailing, or for simply lazing in tranquillity and peace, \(on or off the site\) with views of the lake and the surrounding hills and mountains\. Pooley Bridge is the nearby village with a few shops, cafe's and pubs serving excellent food and real ale\.We cater for tents, caravans, dormobiles and can accommodate large and small parties\.The site is also available for weddings\. We are Gay friendly, Biker friendly, and Dog friendly\.More About usWe are a working hill farm on the shores of Ullswater\. Come and meet Cross Dormont's new family members\. Gilbert, Alfie, Rockie and Jacob\.Alpacas have been domesticated for thousands of years, the Moche people of northern Peru often used alpaca images in their art\. There are no known wild alpacas, though its closest living relative, the vicuña \(also native to South America\), are believed to be the wild ancestor of the alpaca\. Along with camels and llamas, alpacas are classified as camelids\. Of the various camelid species, the alpaca and vicuña are the most valuable fiber\-bearing animals: the alpaca because of the quality and quantity of its fiber, and the vicuña because of the softness, fineness and quality of its coat\. Alpacas are too small to be used as pack animals\. Instead, they are bred exclusively for their fiber and meat\. Alpaca meat was once considered a delicacy by Andean inhabitants\.Alpacas are social herd animals that live in family groups consisting of a territorial alpha male, females and their young\. They warn the herd about intruders by making sharp, noisy inhalations that sound like a high\-pitched bray\. The herd may attack smaller predators with their front feet, and can spit and kick\.Not all alpacas spit, but all are capable of doing so\. "Spit" is somewhat euphemistic; occasionally the projectile contains only air and a little saliva, although alpacas commonly bring up acidic stomach contents \(generally a green, grassy mix\) and project it onto their chosen targets\. Spitting is mostly reserved for other alpacas, but an alpaca will occasionally spit at a human\.Most alpacas do not like being grabbed\. Some alpacas tolerate being stroked or petted anywhere on their bodies, although many do not like their feet, lower legs, and especially their abdomen touched or handled\.Alpacas make a variety of sounds\. When they are in danger, they make a high\-pitched, shrieking whine\. Some breeds are known to make a "wark" noise when excited\. Strange dogs—and even cats—can trigger this reaction\. To signal friendly or submissive behavior, alpacas "cluck," or "click" a sound possibly generated by suction on the soft palate, or possibly in the nasal cavity\.Individuals vary, but most alpacas generally make a humming sound\. Hums are often comfort noises, letting the other alpacas know they are present and content\. The humming can take on many inflections and meanings\.When males fight, they scream a warbling, bird\-like cry, presumably intended to terrify the opponent\.FAQ'sDoes your site get waterlogged in wet weather?We are lucky here at Cross Dormont that we do not get waterlogged in wet weather\.Can we use BBQ's?You may use BBQ's providing they are off the ground\. Please note, although you may be tempted to put your barbeque in your tent, or tent porch, either during or after use, to keep you warm, DONT\! It may kill you, and very quickly\.Carbon monoxide fumes from BBQs are invisible, odourless, and lethal\. Even if you think it's safe, and the flames have died down, don't do it\. The smouldering coals may be warm, but they will kill you\. Even with the tent doors open\. Even just in the porch\. Please don't do it\! Are we able to have a camp fire?Cross Dormont do not allow camp fires due to fire risks and safety to other campers\.Do you have shower facilities?Yes, we have hot electric showers\.Is there a childrens play area?There is no official play area but we do have tree swing\.Where can I buy provisions?Pooley Bridge is the closest at approx 1 1/4 miles away\. The shops sell most items and there are also cafe's and take\-away services\.Do you supply gas bottles?We do not stock or sell gas bottles\.Are dogs allowed?Dogs are permitted if kept under control and are picked up after\.What are your rules for noise?We are very strict about noise, especially after 11pm, campers will be asked to leave immediately\.Can I park next to my tent?Yes you can\.Can I get mobile phone reception?Cross Dormont can recieve a mobile signal \- the best connection is with o2\.Does the site have Wi\-Fi?No Wi\-Fi available, however there is an internet cafe Eden Rural Foyer in Penrith\. Is there a bus service near by?There is a regular bus service from Pooley Bridge\.What time are check in/out times?Cross Dormont do not have particular check in/out times\. ## Key facts - Coordinates: 54.6555685, -2.736569 - Phone: \+441768868303 ## Address Howtown, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7EH ## Amenities - Biking - Farm - Fishing - Hill - Lake - Mountain - Playground - Sailing - Showers - Tent - Tent\_camping - Wifi - Wind Sports ## Structured data (schema.org) Also available as raw JSON: http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/cross-dormont-penrith-cumbria.json ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Campground", "@id": "http://ssr-app-zpimxgrglq-uc.a.run.app/listings/campgrounds/cross-dormont-penrith-cumbria", "name": "Cross Dormont", "description": "Cross Dormont camping and caravan site is situated within Cumbria's Lake District National Park. 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