Kirk Field Banks

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  • Small family-run Northumberland site just outside Ulgham
  • Morpeth, Cresswell beach and Northumberland Zoo 10 minutes' drive
  • Dogs and kids welcome; peaceful atmosphere with quiet hours from 10pm
Northumberland is the UK's least densely populated county, so it’s a fine choice of destination for those seeking some peace, quiet and space to roam without crowds. And Kirk Field Banks, just outside the village of Ulgham, is an equally fine choice as a place to stay – this site is small, family-run and known for its peaceful atmosphere. There’s a good amount of space here, in fact, but guest numbers are always kept on the low side so that everyone has space to relax without feeling cramped. And that also means you’ll have scope to set up your gazebo, an awning, some camping chairs, a barbecue… essentially pretty much whatever you need to make yourselves feel comfortable. With trees all around for shade and shelter, there’s a nicely natural feeling here – and the owners have implemented a few rules to help preserve the peace for all guests.There’s nothing too rigorous, but large groups (especially hen/stag parties) won’t be accepted, and there’s a strict 10pm quiet time policy to allow everyone some well-earned rest. Kids and dogs are welcome here, with plenty of space to have a bit of a run about and designated dog walks running from the site. Simple facilities on site include showers, toilets and picnic tables along with chemical disposal for the tourers. Ulgham village is a tiny place so it doesn’t have a pub or shop, but it’s easy enough to drive or get a bus to Morpeth (10 minutes’ drive) when you need to sort supplies.

Site type

Tent pitches 5
Touring caravan pitches 10
Motorhome pitches 10
Open now
Opens 1 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, 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.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed 1 Apr to

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Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 140 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

94% would recommend this site to a friend

92% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a well-maintained, peaceful site with spacious pitches and friendly, helpful owners. Visitors praise the cleanliness of the facilities and the beautiful natural surroundings, with plenty of wildlife and walking opportunities. While some mention that the toilet and shower facilities are basic and limited, this is often balanced by the overall tranquil atmosphere and good value. The site is considered secure with a locked gate.

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Arrival date (latest first)

I don’t like giving negative feedback but you need to improve toilets

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Lee P. 4 reviews

Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Good location, very large pitch, staff were very friendly, camp site is a nice size.

Disliked There is only 1 toilet and 1 shower per men and per woman, the site was full so had to wait on lots of occasions to go to the toilet, clearly not enough for this camp size. There was no soap in the soap dispenser throughout my stay (3 nights), I had to listen and smell (I was almost sick) to a old man having a crap 3 feet away whilst I had a shower. It’s possibly the worst toilet facilities Ive ever come across throughout my many years camping, it’s basically a portacabin. I’ve stayed at festivals that have better toilet facilities.
Also annoying is having to get out of your car and unlocking gate to get out and also to get back in, why not just leave gate open till 8pm and lock it up then.

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Lovely quiet site, clean facilities and…

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Rachel J. 1 review

Electric optional grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely quiet site, clean facilities and good sized pitches. The hosts were welcoming and we got to see the horses and goats. Reasonably priced and a little gem. Would recommend to people who enjoy the peace and quiet.

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely peaceful site, lovely hosts who…

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Jordan M. 1 review

Electric optional grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely peaceful site, lovely hosts who were kind enough to let me check out a little later due to work commitments. Will definitely be back in the future!

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Stunning quiet location with everything you…

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david w. 1 review

Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Stunning quiet location with everything you need and nothing you dont
Local shop (CO OP) 5 minutes drive away and within 20 minutes of Morpeth Amble and Alnwick
What a little gem of a site
Booked again before we got home ❤️

Disliked Coming home

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Peaceful People very helpful…

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Jenny L. 5 reviews

Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Peaceful
People very helpful

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: If you liked it so much why give us a 8/10 this drops our rating?

Good location for driving to various…

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Anonymous

Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Good location for driving to various location.
Very helpful and friendly wardens.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site with wonderful wardens!!

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Lesley D. 1 review

Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Lovely, quiet & friendly site, very well placed not far off the A1. As newbie campers with a rented motorhome, Chrissie and Dave (& of course Diesel!!) were fantastic - and really went above and beyond, helping us out & doing a great patch up on some pre-existing issues we discovered on the van! Got some great tips from them too, and we felt a lot more confident heading off on our road trip!! Thanks so much to them both, and highly recommend this beautiful, peaceful site.

Disliked N/A

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From the manager: Thank you so much for the lovely comments we are so lucky to have Chris and Dave there fantastic wardens, see you again soon the team

Great choice

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Anonymous

Electric optional grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Location was great, staff super friendly!! Really enjoyed my stay, not super busy and was perfect for a night away. Hopefully return soon

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Fantastic wardens

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 Richard A. 2 reviews

Electric optional grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked This was a nice quiet site, situated in a lovely area of the country.

The wardens were fantastic, it’s a shame there not at every site.

Will definitely be back, and we will tell our friends about it.

Disliked Nothing

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2nd visit, 3rd one booked. I…

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Emma C. 2 reviews

Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked 2nd visit, 3rd one booked. I just love the peace and quiet. It's close to home, yet I could be anywhere. Christine is just a marvel.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. 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

Peaceful Spectacular scenery 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 Public transport nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Kirk Field Banks

Grangemoor Road

Ulgham

Morpeth

Northumberland

England

NE61 3FU

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

55.22791°N
1.63209°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4 mi Bus Station
4 mi Bus Station
4.7 mi Bus Station
Rail
1.1 mi Widdrington Rail Station
3.5 mi Pegswood Rail Station
5 mi Morpeth Rail Station
Ferry
17.2 mi North Shields Ferry Terminal
17.6 mi South Shields Ferry Terminal
17.8 mi Newcastle International Ferry Terminal
Airport
13.5 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

Fancy a stroll? Head out from the site for a wander along the banks of the River Lyne, or head to one of the nearby country parks – Druridge Bay Country Park (10 minutes’ drive) is a popular choice. And of course there are heaps of walks and bike rides to try out in the Northumberland National Park (half an hour). For a change of pace, golf and fishing are both within 10 minutes as well. Throw in a dash of heritage by taking your strolls around National Trust properties at Wallington Hall or Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens (both 35 minutes) or planning a trail taking in Hadrian’s Wall (40 minutes). Alnwick Castle (25 minutes) is another great choice, whether you’re there for the history or the Harry Potter connection. Family days out around here might take you to meet animals at Northumberland Zoo (10 minutes) and Whitehouse Farm Centre (25 minutes) or for a splash in the sea from Cresswell beach (10 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Druridge Bay South 3.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Druridge Bay North 5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Newbiggin North 5.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood
Newbiggin South 5.7 mi Sea N/AGoodExcellentExcellent
Amble Links 7.4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Warkworth Castle 8.1 mi

Seaton Delaval Hall 11.4 mi

Cragside House, Gardens and Estate 11.6 mi

Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens 12.6 mi

The Alnwick Garden 13.1 mi

National Trust

Seaton Delaval Hall 11.4 mi

Cragside 12 mi

Wallington 13.8 mi

Dunstanburgh Castle 17 mi

Holy Jesus Hospital 17.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Cresswell Nature Reserve - Ellington Circular 3.2 mi

Woodhorn Grange - Colliery Museum Circular 3.8 mi

Morpeth River Wander 4.3 mi

Druridge Bay Figure-of-Eight 5 mi

Felton circular 5.6 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 Kirk Field Banks have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Kirk Field Banks dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Kirk Field Banks? Fancy a stroll? Head out from the site for a wander along the banks of the River Lyne, or head to one of the nearby country parks – Druridge Bay Country Park … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Kirk Field Banks?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1:30 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Kirk Field Banks? From £22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.