Wild in Style Luxury Yurts Glamping Ousby Penrith

Find Us

OS Grid Reference: NY 625342

By car, follow the A686 from Penrith towards Alston. After Langwathby (1 mile), there is a cross-roads. Turm right - and continue through Ousby. Keep left and you will see signs for Gill Bank Farm on your right.

Glamping on the edge of the Lake District.

Welcome to Gill Bank, the new home of Wild in Style, nestled between the North Pennines and the Lake District. The perfect location to enjoy the tranquility of nature yet close to all the outdoor adventures you could wish for.

We have always had the dream of making an exclusive retreat, tucked away in nature, away from the hustle and bustle of your usual tourist centres. Gill Bank is the perfect hideaway, connect with friends, family and loved ones in the tranquility of nature.

We love the outdoors and adventures. We hope to give you both – seeing the magnificent Lake District in a new and interesting way and having a unique experience that will leave you with you smiling.

Just jump in the car and head for the hills, relax and enjoy your holiday...We offer a touch of luxury. Now your car is free to take all those extras that normally wouldn’t fit in!

Escape To The Country

Yurt Facilities
Each yurt has it's own unique style and includes the following facilities:

Bifrøst - The yurt with a view

14ft yurt - sleeps 2 + 2
Views towards the Lake District fells including Blencathra, Helvellyn and High Street
Own field kitchen with running water
Gas hob for cooking
Fire pit dug down to give more protection from the elements
Your own, gas fired, hot shower and compost loo

Yggdrasil - The yurt in the ghyll

18ft yurt - sleeps 2 + 2
Nestled in the bottom of the ghyll under our most beautiful oak by the edge of the brook
Own cabin which has been adapted as a kitchen with gas stove, running water
Your own gas fired hot shower and compost loo

Wild in Style Yurts at Ousby Q&A

Open

Bookings for 2 yurts - 12th April - 23rd October 2022.

Facilities

2022 Rates

Prices from £100 - £150 per night depending on yurt and time of year.

Please see our website for full pricing information.

Booking Required

Yes. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Check Availability & BOOK ONLINE on our website.

Deposit and Payment
To make a booking a £100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure the dates you wish.
Outstanding balance is due three weeks prior to arrival.

Users

Couples, small families and 2 x couples. Dogs allowed.

Max Yurts

Bifrøst - 14ft yurt - sleeps 2 x 2
Yggdrasil - 18ft yurt - sleeps 2 x 2

Number of Washrooms

Each yurt has its own facilities.

Number of Showers

Each yurt has its own shower.

Car Parking

Yes - a short walk from the yurt.

Gas refills available?

Yes.

Open fires allowed?

Yes.

Disposable BBQ allowed

Yes.

Nearest food & drink

New Fox Inn, Ousby (0.25 miles)
Traditional local pub with real ales & , good value, home cooked food.

Village Bakery, Melmerby (2 miles)
Fabulous Bakery & Cafe.

Shepherd's Inn, Melmerby (2 miles).
Traditional Lakeland Inn with real ales, good food.

Langwathby Convenience Store (4 miles)
Village shop for groceries and essentials.

Penrith (8 miles) - restaurants, pubs, shops, tearooms.

Nearest Bank

Penrith (8 miles)

Mountain Bike Hire

Yes - can be ordered and delivered by our partners Arragon's Cycles in Penrith.

Local Walks

Maiden’s Way - Kirkland to Alston section.
Cross Fell and Great Dun Fell - Pennine Way.
Greg's Hut - North Pennines.
High Cup Nick.
Lacy's Caves - River Eden.
Coast to Coast cycle route - Hartside Section.