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Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
From £25
4 people maximum 
9.3/10
7 reviews Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.
Pitch size
Max 2.7m width × 2.7m depth (7.5m²)
Ground type
Grass
Twin-axle vehicles accepted
Suitable for
Campervan, Motorhome
Features
Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max. Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max. Car 1 included, 1 max. Dog(s) allowed 2 included, 2 max. Car parking by pitch/unit Chemical disposal point Other restrictions
Pup tents not allowed
Availability
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Based on 1 night, 4 people | |
| 2 adults |
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Garth Hill Farm
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Reviews
94% would recommend this site to a friend
94% would stay here again
What customers say
Garth Hill Farm offers a quiet, spacious, and clean camping experience with beautiful valley views. Guests praise the friendly and helpful owner, Karen, who provides excellent local information. The site features basic but immaculately maintained portaloos and a fresh water tap. Its location is ideal for visiting Kynren and Beamish Museum. While some noted the absence of certain animals mentioned in the description and the lack of a dishwashing area or elson waste point, most found it a perfect, no-frills site for families and a great base for exploring the area.
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Open space, pitch up as you…
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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
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent 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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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.
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent 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
Non-electric grass 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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Lovely place. Great views. Loads of…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Lovely place. Great views. Loads of space. Very well clean and well kept. Great place for a peaceful retreat. Nice owner. Recommend
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Lovely site booked at short notice…
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Liked Lovely site booked at short notice in August. Fantastic views and the site was spacious and quiet with loads of room for the kids to safely run around and inspect the neighbouring farm animals without disturbing others.
We had a warm welcome from the owner Karen
The facilities are basic (2x portaloos and a stand pipe for fresh water) but were very clean. Nearby cafe 68 served a very generous breakfast!
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The communication from Karen was excellent.…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked The communication from Karen was excellent. She was very welcoming and arrived soon after we phoned to say we were at the site. The field was a good open space with a water tap and chemical toilets. These were kept immaculately clean during our stay.
There is plenty to see in the area, we had a fabulous trip to Beamish museum about 40 minutes away. However our primary reason for visiting the area was to see Kynren, the site was very convenient about 10 minutes away from the designated car parks.
Overall a lovely site. When we are back in the area we will definitely return to Garth Hill camp site.
Disliked Nothing
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Brilliant 2 nights of camping
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Quiet, clean, relaxing and spacious, plus you get to see the animals
Had a fresh water tap to use on site
Portaloos were cleaned everyday and had toliet roll and hand sanitiser,
Disliked Personal i don't really like portaloos
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Would recommend for short stays.
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Liked Owner was extremely helpful, providing loads of local knowledge. Excellent location , especially for Kynren. Field and portaloos were kept spotless. Bus stop and cafes close by. Plenty of free open space for children if you have them.
Disliked Name of site on both sides of the gate would have been helpful for finding it. An elson waste point would make the site perfect.
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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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
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 nearbyLocation
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
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimdon | 21.5 mi | Sea | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaham Beach | 22 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaham Hall Beach | 22 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Seaton Carew North | 23.4 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Seaton Carew Centre | 23.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
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?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Garth Hill Farm? From £25 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.