Clear Sky Caravan Motorhome Park

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Visitor image of the hill range
View from the front of the site
View down north tyne valley
Fully serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch

  • Small adults-only motorhome site in Kielder Forest Park
  • Kielder Castle under a mile away; observatory 10 minutes' drive
  • Serviced hardstanding pitches in the UK's largest dark sky park
There's some really excellent hiking, mountain biking and wildlife watching to be done in the Northumberland National Park – but if there's one thing this park is really known for, it's surely the fantastic stargazing. A whopping 572 square miles here have been given Gold Tier status for their incredible dark skies, making this the largest International Dark Sky Park in the UK (and the second largest in Europe). If you're travelling in a motorhome, you’ll be able to take full advantage of these fabulous surroundings at Clear Sky Lodge Park, an adults-only touring site on the edge of Ravenshill Forest and with views over the North Tyne Valley. That setting means the views here are gorgeous by day – but they're potentially even better by night, when the starry displays start up. If you're keen to learn more about what you’re seeing, head to nearby Kielder Observatory (10 minutes' drive) for one of their regular events. And this great location also means you'll have plenty to do by day as well, exploring the trails of surrounding Kielder Forest Park, visiting Kielder Castle and heading down to Kielder Water. You might also like to throw in a day trip to the Roman attractions around Hexham (50 minutes' drive away). Preserving the dark-sky status of this park means that facilities here have necessarily been kept to a minimum, but guests have access to toilets, showers and a chemical disposal point. Pitches all have water and electric connections, and they’re on hardstanding that should be accessible in all weathers.

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 7
Motorhome pitches 7
Open now
Opens 19 March
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • The site only allows dogs up to 35kg.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • A cable measuring at least 6 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • No gas barbecues allowed.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Please note phone signal is limited.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu 19 Mar to

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95% would recommend this site to a friend

92% would stay here again

What customers say

This adult-only site is highly recommended for its peaceful location, stunning views, and excellent facilities, particularly the modern, spacious, and immaculately clean shower and toilet block. Pitches are large, level, and well-spaced, offering ample room and privacy. Guests praised the friendly and helpful hosts, dog-friendliness, and the abundance of nearby walking and cycling routes. The dark sky location is a significant draw for stargazing. Some minor issues mentioned include midges during warmer months, limited WiFi, and the hard standing surface of pitches.

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I would definitely book to stay again.

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Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Adult only. Peaceful and quiet. Amazing showers. Spacious pitch with electric and water. Owner friendly and helpful.

Disliked N/A

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Peaceful area with just the sound…

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Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Peaceful area with just the sound of the birds calling.
Nice small and informal site with friendly and helpful hosts. The bathroom/washing facilities were very clean and the showers excellent.

Disliked Nothing not to like about Clearsky, the only uncontrollable thing are the midges. Little wee beasties that don’t seem to take notice of any repellents, but that is just a small price to pay for such a lovely place.

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Great site if you want somewhere very quiet and happy to self cater

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Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Site very tidy pitches great size. Toilets showers and all amenities great and very clean.

Very dog friendly and hosts checked in with you every day.

Disliked Not thier fault but castle and cafe closed for renovation and the pub was never open looked deserted. Not great if you want food and a drink as nowhere close.

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1st class site we love it. only 10 mins from Reservoir walking paths.

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Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Lovely pitches secluded lovely views over Keilder Forrest, amenity block very clean lovely welcome from owner Jackie.
Highly recommended.

Disliked Dust on approach road.

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The showers. They were great. The friendly…

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Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked The showers. They were great.
The friendly host.

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Spacious pitch, with great views. Fantastic…

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Rob P. 2 reviews

Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Spacious pitch, with great views. Fantastic toilet/shower block, incredibly clean and well cared for. Will definitely come again.

Disliked The midges. Obviously not controlled by the owners, but bring repellent.

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Anonymous

Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Lovely views, fantastic shower block, the best!
Great walks and cycle routes very close by, convinced us to take bikes next time, something we have not yet done.

Disliked Nothing at all to dislike.

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Good quiet site with plenty of outdoor activities close by.

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Anonymous

Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Quiet location in Kielder forest near the Observatory.

Disliked WiFi was poor but a reasonable mobile signal.

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Loved every second

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Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Everything! The peace and tranquility, beautiful scenery, the wonderful walks.
The size of each pitch was fab no one squashed in, just 7 large hard standing pitches. The Facilities beautifully made from Kielder timber, spotless and fabulous showers. The owners are so lovely, attentive and friendly, we can’t wait to come back.

Disliked Going home

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Anonymous

Fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Lovely outlook across the valley. Amazing showers and toilet facilities for a small site !! Owner very helpful!

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Features

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

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

Themes

Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Clear Sky Caravan Motorhome Park

Kielder

Northumberland

England

NE48 1ER

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

55.24194°N
2.58678°W

Nearest transport

Coach
8.5 mi Whitelee Farm
8.9 mi Carter Bar summit
8.9 mi Carter Bar Layby
Rail
19.6 mi Haltwhistle Rail Station
20.8 mi Bardon Mill Rail Station
21.9 mi Brampton (Cumbria) Rail Station
Ferry
4.5 mi Leaplish Ferry Landing
5.1 mi Belvedere Ferry Landing
6.3 mi Tower Knowe Ferry Landing

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

Given how close it is, your first visit should be to Kielder Castle, just under a mile away. It's got a variety of exhibits about the area’s history and wildlife, a lovely café and a bird hide where you can look out for the resident ospreys. Bikes can be hired here, or you can head out on a scenic drive along the toll road. There are plenty of options nearby for walks, of course – and one of the best is the Lakeside Way, an accessible multi-user trail that runs all the way along the 26-mile shoreline of Kielder Water (10 minutes’ drive). Look out for native red squirrels as you go – Kielder is home to about half of the country's population – or head to the Kielder Water Bird of Prey Centre (15 minutes) to see other local wildlife. If you're into mountain biking, you may like to cross the Scottish border to 7 Stanes - Newcastleton (25 minutes); if it’s history that’s more your thing, try heading to Hadrian's Wall to explore places like the Temple of Mithras (45 minutes) and Housesteads Roman Fort (50 minutes).

Must see

Birdoswald Roman Fort 17.4 mi

Housesteads Roman Fort 18.8 mi

Vindolanda (Chesterholm) Hadrian's Wall 19.5 mi

Chesters Roman Fort 23 mi

World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 24.9 mi

National Trust

Hadrian's Wall and Housesteads Fort 19.1 mi

Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 21.6 mi

Wallington 25.6 mi

Cragside 27.9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Kielder Castle - Deadwater Fell - Kielder Stone Circular 0.5 mi

Bakethin North Shore Circular, Kielder 1.1 mi

Lewisburn Circular 3 mi

Leaplish - Cranecleugh Circular 4.5 mi

Leaplish Park - Bull Crag Peninsula Circular 4.6 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 Clear Sky Caravan Motorhome Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Clear Sky Caravan Motorhome Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Clear Sky Caravan Motorhome Park? Given how close it is, your first visit should be to Kielder Castle, just under a mile away. It's got a variety of exhibits about the area’s history and wildlife, a lovely … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Clear Sky Caravan Motorhome Park?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1:30 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Clear Sky Caravan Motorhome Park? From £32 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.