Woodcroft Farm

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View of the cabins
View of the cabins
Firepit and picnic table
Private cabins
Interior of the elder pod
View of the site
Sheep and lambs in the spring
Wow look at this!
Beautiful cooking facilities.
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Firepit and picnic table
Private cabins
Interior of the elder pod

  • Luxury cabins featured on Robson Green's Weekend Escapes
  • Hamsterley Forest 20 minutes’ drive; Durham 35 minutes
  • Firepit, fully equipped kitchen and ensuite shower room
For a taste of a simpler life (but not so simple that you’d have to forgo any luxuries, of course…), you can take yourself on a glamping break to Woodcroft Farm, a five-minute drive from the County Durham villages of Frosterley and Stanhope, in the North Pennines National Landscape. At this traditional hill livestock farm (run by the same family since 1947), you’ll be staying in a luxury cabin with a blond-wood interior that gives it a modern and clean Scandinavian vibe. Cosy and cleverly designed, the accommodation has a comfy bed and ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated towel rail. (By the way, there’s no need to weigh yourself down with bed linen and towels either, as you can hire them on site.) The kitchenette comes with all you might need to keep your family fed. Alternatively, you can start the firepit (provided) and devour your meals alfresco. Having said that, though, you’re meant to be on holiday, right? So you might just want to hit one of several local pubs for a home-made meal. The site owners will be happy to help with suggestions on the best walks, starting with the Weardale Way, which passes right through the farm. Or you can drive to Slitt Wood (15 minutes’ drive), a former mining area that’s now been given over to nature, with small waterfalls and wooded trails where you might spot redstarts and dippers. For those who are into angling, the site has its own stretch of private fishing on the River Wear (a licence is required), and there are also several well-stocked lakes in the vicinity, such as Derwent Reservoir Fisheries (20 minutes).

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

Languages spoken

English

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.8

Overall rating from 72 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

100% would recommend this site to a friend

100% would stay here again

What customers say

This farm stay offers glamping pods in a beautiful, peaceful rural setting with stunning views. Pods are consistently described as immaculate, well-equipped, cosy, and comfortable, with heating and hot showers included. Families particularly enjoyed the outdoor games, the presence of farm animals, and the safe, fenced-off play areas. The location provides great access to the Northern Pennines and nearby villages. Owners are frequently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness. Minor points raised include the distance to bins and a need for sharper kitchen knives. Manager replies indicate that issues like toilet flushing and kitchen equipment have been addressed.

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Anonymous

Hazel camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked Beautiful situation with lovely views. Pod was perfect; quiet and very cosy (we were there for New Year). Great access to the stunning Northern Pennines. What more could anyone want.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Cabin extremely clean tidy and spacious…

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Sophie S.

Oak camping pod (no pets)

Liked Cabin extremely clean tidy and spacious
The beds are really comfy
Heating included
Nice hot shower
TV had Netflix and all the other apps
Free Wi-Fi
Everything you need in the kitchen
We only needed to take food and bedding (you can get bedding / towels included for extra but it easy enough for us to bring our own)
Fire pit and a little picnic table outside ideal for the summer

I will definitely come back.. the kids loved it and didn’t want to leave

We booked up super last min for New Years Eve and loved every minute of it

Thank You

Recommend to friends Visit again

Such a lovely place to relax and unwind.

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Sam L.

Elder camping pod (no pets)

Liked Peace, quiet, tranquility, cleanliness.

Disliked Nothing to dislike.

Recommend to friends Visit again

had a great time, really clean…

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charlotte o.

Elder camping pod (no pets)

Liked had a great time, really clean inside! absolutely beautiful views

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely little pod. Very clean and…

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Emma S.

Elder camping pod (no pets)

Liked Lovely little pod. Very clean and the location is beautiful. We loved our overnight stay and will definitely book again.

Disliked Nothing.

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Loved loved loved our stay in…

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Ania S.

Elder camping pod (no pets)

Liked Loved loved loved our stay in the Elder pod! Beautiful area with loads to do. Peaceful and we had everything we needed. Watching the sheep and pheasants in the field was a joy. Thoroughly recommend this for anyone looking to stay in this area. Thank you Woodcroft Farm.

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Spotlessly clean. Very well equipped and…

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Fran K.

Hazel camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked Spotlessly clean. Very well equipped and comfortable, impressive storage and space for a cabin! Thoroughly enjoyed staying and will be back.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing stay and relaxing time

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Richard S.

Elder camping pod (no pets)

Liked Everything about this shepherds hut was amazing. It’s a peaceful, relaxing spot with sheep just outside your hut and pheasants. Can not wait to come back again

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good family campground with great views and services.

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Andy H.

Hazel camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked Great views
Super clean toilets and showers with both hot and cold water at tge sinks. Great water pressure

Disliked Lambs were a bit noisy on this occasion but they had just been split from their mums.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Had the best few days away. The kids absolutely loved it.

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laura s.

Elder camping pod (no pets)

Liked Location, peace and quiet

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

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 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful 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 Shop nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Well-lit path

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Woodcroft Farm

Frosterley

Co. Durham

England

DL13 2TQ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

54.73026°N
1.98692°W

Nearest transport

Coach
16.5 mi Bus Station
18.7 mi South Burns Stand K
21.6 mi Washington (T&W): Galleries Bus Stn
Rail
0.9 mi Frosterley Rail Station
1.1 mi Stanhope Rail Station
4.1 mi Wolsingham Rail Station
Ferry
28.1 mi Newcastle International Ferry Terminal
28.6 mi South Shields Ferry Terminal
28.7 mi North Shields Ferry Terminal
Airport
23.9 mi Newcastle International Airport
26.9 mi Durham Tees Valley 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

If you’re itching to hurl yourself down a hill on your mountain bike, Hamsterley Forest (20 minutes’ drive) is the place to go and get muddy. There are routes for most abilities here, from (relatively) gentle off-road tracks for less experienced riders to technically demanding black trails. The North Pennines have dark sky status, and you can make the most of the night sky at Grassholme Observatory (half an hour). This facility on the banks of Grassholme Reservoir holds regular events that start with an informative talk and conclude with a look through powerful telescopes. Stretching along the River Wear, the university city of Durham (35 minutes) is known for its medieval cathedral, home to splendid stained-glass windows and Harry Potter filming locations. For a breather with a scenic view of the cathedral, head to Crook Hall Gardens.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Seaham Hall Beach 27 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Seaham Beach 27.1 mi Sea N/AGoodExcellentExcellent
Roker - Sunderland 28.2 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seaburn - Sunderland 28.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Crimdon 29.5 mi Sea GoodExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

High Force Waterfall 9.6 mi

Barnard Castle 12.3 mi

The Bowes Museum 13.3 mi

Locomotion:The National Railway Museum at Shildon 15.5 mi

Gibside 16.5 mi

National Trust

Cherryburn 16.3 mi

Gibside 16.5 mi

Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 21.3 mi

Washington Old Hall 22.1 mi

Holy Jesus Hospital 22.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Stanhope - Stanhope Dene - Stanhope Burn Mine 1.4 mi

Stanhope - Crookledy Crag - Stanhope 1.5 mi

Circular Walk by Wolsingham 4 mi

Wolsingham and Tunstall Reservoir 4.1 mi

Tunstall Reservoir 4.2 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 Woodcroft Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Woodcroft Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Woodcroft Farm? If you’re itching to hurl yourself down a hill on your mountain bike, Hamsterley Forest (20 minutes’ drive) is the place to go and get muddy. There are routes for most abilities … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Woodcroft Farm?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1:30 p.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Woodcroft Farm? From £120 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.