Garth Hill Farm

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The view over the countryside
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The view over the countryside
Lovely day beautiful views, entrance open waiting for new arrivals
20 degrees today views amazing waiting for more arrivals

  • Dog-friendly site with views of the Wear Valley and Teesdale
  • A 10-minute drive from Hamsterley Forest; half an hour from Durham
  • Within five minutes' walk of a pub and two cafés; petting farm on site
What’s on the cards at the gorgeous Garth Hill Farm in Co. Durham? Views? Indeed – of the Wear Valley and the Teesdale countryside, no less. Country pubs and cafés? Plenty – in fact, one café is next door and another café and a pub are within five minutes' walk of the site. Animals? There’s a whole host of them, including pygmy and Toggenburg goats, sheep, lambs, ponies, horses and hens. That’s a lot to take in, but don’t worry, you’ll have plenty of time at this peaceful site. There are views for miles over the surrounding countryside, so just kick back and unwind. Dogs are welcome here too, just as long as they’re kept on a lead due to the farm animals. Those who have visions of active days out will have no trouble here, as County Durham’s biggest forest, Hamsterley Forest, is 10 minutes’ drive away. It has mountain biking and running trails and a kids-friendly, Gruffalo-inspired trail. The city of Durham is half an hour’s drive away for those who’d like to go sightseeing (and who wouldn’t, with Durham Cathedral, Durham Castle and Crook Hall at your disposal?). Getting about is easy, as access to the site is 100 metres from the A68, which has links to the A1. There’s plenty to do for all ages at Garth Hill Farm, whether it’s walks, bike rides or jogs out in the countryside or picnics on site. For the latter, gather your goodies from the shopping centre 10 minutes’ drive away, which has a big supermarket.

Site type

Tent pitches 20
Motorhome pitches 20
Open now
Opens 24 July
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Dogs

  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.

General

  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.

Occupancy

  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 24 Jul to

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Reviews

9.4

Overall rating from 32 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

94% would recommend this site to a friend

91% would stay here again

What customers say

This peaceful campsite offers spacious, open fields with excellent countryside views. Visitors consistently praise the welcoming and helpful host, Karen. Facilities are basic but generally reported as clean, with portaloos and a fresh water tap available. The location is convenient for local attractions like Kynren and Beamish. While some reviews mention a lack of certain animals previously listed, the site is considered ideal for a relaxed family getaway, with plenty of space for children to play.

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Karen was so friendly and helpful,…

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Sophie B. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Karen was so friendly and helpful, 10 min walk from the petting zoo round the corner and there’s a cafe across the road - although we didn’t try the cafe as we had our own food 😊 horses and sheep in the field next to us and plenty room for my little boy to run around!

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Brilliant location…

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Michael L. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Brilliant location

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet Peaceful site…

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 Dale M. 6 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Quiet Peaceful site

Disliked Lack of amenities

Recommend to friends Visit again

frieldly helpful lady who runs this site

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked the field was high on the hill, great view, waking up to a heard of cows, how nice is that.

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Large clean flat site, Karen was…

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Angela S. 8 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Large clean flat site, Karen was lovely advising on things to do nearby. Would definitely visit again

Disliked Nothing

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Open space, pitch up as you…

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Hannah L. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Open space, pitch up as you like, left to your own devices, plenty of space, good signal. Group of couples. Portaloos clean. Lovely cafes close by.

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Realy good sized field,cold water tap,very clean portaloos

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 David y. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Stayed here with our 3 grandsons,field was huge,there was a cold water tap,and there were 2 portaloos were we were camped,(these were very clean with lots of toilet paper 👍)5 mins away there is a cafe that makes lush food and very reasonably priced,we are definately planning to return ,the boys just played with the football,badminton and chased each other no fones or tablets just great outdoor fun 👌

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Will be back next year!

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Really lovely location, relaxed site and very chilled out. Toilets onsite kept clean and stocked! Owner really lovely and communication was top notch.
Will be booking again!

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This site is probably best for 1 night stopovers.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Large field with plenty space for my son to run around and explore safely, not many campers, had lots of space and could pitch anywhere.

Disliked It is just a field with a portaloo, not much in walking distance apart from a small cafe, also no public footpath so would not be pushchair friendly if needed as we had to walk on the road side. We took our roof tent which made it hard work to drive anywhere so limited us if we needed to pop out… Otherwise we had a great stay.

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From the manager: Hi, sorry but site does explain its a 60 day pop up site, with living out in the countryside not public footpaths unless in village so we all have to walk along road side.
There is also High Farm Holiday park 5 mins from site with Cafe, loads of animals, children's play area and wet land walk,
Thanks Karen

Great pop up site

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 Paul S. 6 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great location .360 views of the countryside .star gazing brilliant..big open field safe for kids to run about and enjoy the freedom…portaloos on site ..lovely cafe couple of minutes walk…Karen really helpful and a brilliant host .communication second to none . 4 adults and one 18 month old had a great time .definitely be back.

Disliked Absolutely nothing

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Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campsite

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Garth Hill Farm

Toft Hill Lane

Toft Hill

Bishop Auckland

Co. Durham

England

DL14 0PY

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.6508°N
1.77133°W

Nearest transport

Coach
11.6 mi Bus Station
12.4 mi Dolphin Centre
16.4 mi South Burns Stand K
Rail
3.8 mi Bishop Auckland Rail Station
5.7 mi Shildon Rail Station
6.9 mi Wolsingham Rail Station
Ferry
22.3 mi Transporter Bridge South Side
22.3 mi Transporter Bridge North Side
26.9 mi Newcastle International Ferry Terminal
Airport
16.7 mi Durham Tees Valley Airport
26.8 mi Newcastle International Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

What was going on here in the centuries past? Well, you’ll get to know a little about the local history at the Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, (35 minutes’ drive), which has open-air reconstructions of northeast life between the 1820s and 1950s. That might get you in the spirit for more historic tales. If so, Kynren (10 minutes) runs a live show all about the many wars, rebellions and other mysteries throughout England’s history. For historic sites in the flesh, Barnard Castle (20 minutes) is arranged around medieval castle ruins (hence the name). Bishop Auckland (10 minutes), which is where the Kynren show takes place, also has other splendid attractions, such as Auckland Castle (10 minutes), a bishop’s palace with the Spanish Gallery (10 minutes) dedicated to Spanish art.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Crimdon 21.5 mi Sea GoodExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seaham Beach 22 mi Sea N/AGoodExcellentExcellent
Seaham Hall Beach 22 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Seaton Carew North 23.4 mi Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Seaton Carew Centre 23.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Locomotion:The National Railway Museum at Shildon 5.4 mi

Barnard Castle 8.9 mi

The Bowes Museum 9.5 mi

Durham Cathedral 11.4 mi

Durham Castle 11.6 mi

National Trust

Moulton Hall 16.5 mi

Gibside 18.7 mi

Washington Old Hall 20.1 mi

Cherryburn 21.7 mi

Holy Jesus Hospital 23.1 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Witton le Wear 1.7 mi

Witton-le-Wear 1.9 mi

Low Barnes Nature Reserve (Witton Le Wear) 2 mi

Etherley Dene, Escomb and the River Wear 2.9 mi

Around Cockfield Fell 3.3 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Garth Hill Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Garth Hill Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Garth Hill Farm? What was going on here in the centuries past? Well, you’ll get to know a little about the local history at the Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, (35 minutes’ drive), … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Garth Hill Farm?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  8 a.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Garth Hill Farm? From £25 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.