Folks on the Hill
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- Family site with spectacular Carlingford Lough views, County Down
- Mourne Mountains 15 minutes’ drive; Skypark of Carlingford 20 minutes
- Basics shop and pool room; Cranfield Beach accessed directly from site
Site type
29
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri 22 May to
Pitch types & availability
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5 
Electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 5m depth (25m²)
Arrival days No availability on our site- 2
Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 5m depth (25m²)
Arrival days No availability on our site
Reviews
99% would recommend this site to a friend
98% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite is praised for its stunning location and spectacular views, with many visitors highlighting its proximity to the beach, local shops, and chip vans. The owner is frequently described as friendly, helpful, and informative. Facilities, including toilets, are generally found to be clean and well-maintained, although some guests noted they are basic and could benefit from upgrades, particularly showers and hot water. While the site offers ample space and a peaceful atmosphere, a few guests mentioned occasional noise and the need for clearer signage for easier location. Planning permission limitations are noted by the manager regarding facility improvements.
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Last updated 16/06/2026
Beautiful place love it…
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Anonymous Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Beautiful place love it
Disliked Could have more toilets
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The location is amazing and the…
Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked The location is amazing and the view is great, good value for money
Disliked It got busy on Saturday and the 2 toilets were always in use and a bit dirty at the end of the day, having more toilets would help when there are a lot of campers
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Great spot & views
Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Location is stunning … right up from the beachfront … sea air & green fields around you … local shop for convenience & cost cutters not to far away .. the village supplies good take out fish & chips & Woodford pizzas … the manager is very pleasant & gave plenty of advice for food & places to go … he was around manning the places regularly
Disliked The facilities are basic but clean … when we arrived … after a very busy Saturday the toilets got messy 😳 … naturally with so many using them .. it’s not a complaint as it’s understandable however, hard to navigate as a woman - won’t go into detail 😆
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Would highly recommend this campsite. Will definitely be back.
Anonymous Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Very well setup on a wonderful site with picturesque scenery.
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Excelente spot perfect view.
Electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked What beautiful spot perfect view. Very clean and organized.
Disliked Didn’t get any information how to use the shower.
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Good spacious site, clean and accessible…
Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Good spacious site, clean and accessible toilets, great wee bistro at other side of nearby campsite!
Disliked No place we could find close to get a drink. Fish & chip van nearby only took cash, and no off-license! Shower was impossible as only one !
Not the easiest place to find, no obvious signage
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From the manager: Hello
The shop beside the campsite sold drink. The sold coke-cola Fanta and even iron bru. Something for everyone tastes. Off licence was a five minute drive away in a local cost cutters shop. Plumber let us down with shower. No local plumber wants small jobs as they are all living the high live on what they call the "Dublin rate." As for a sign, I had a large sign but was asked to take it down as I have limited planning on my campsite. The fact the chippy only took cash is totally out of my hands as it's neither owned or run by me.
Kind Regards Folks on the hill campsite
once we located the place it was perfect for us as a campsite.
Anonymous Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Location and views were fantastic. pitches were well arranged and the owner was a lovely chatty chap. overall we were delighted. Awesome views across to the mountains.
Disliked No Clear signage at the entrance, we went past it about 3 times trying to locate the entrance. Had to rely on Google in the end.
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We will be back but hope the facilities will be better :)
Anonymous Electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Gorgeous gorgeous views 😍
Great campsite near the beach, a little shop and chip van. Nice friendly owner who gave lots of information on nearby attractions.
Disliked Only 1 shower and 2 toilets! Over 25 tents pitched when we stayed and the facilities do not match the number of people using them. They were unkempt due to the level of people using them.
More showers needed!
Also the Shepard's hut could do with more sinks and hot water.
This is something that could be easily rectified as it's such a beautiful site.
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Fantastic location. The views are amazing…
Anonymous Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Fantastic location. The views are amazing
Disliked Nothing
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Great site with clean facilities and decent ground 👌
Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Great little campsite! I brought my girlfriend here for her first camping trip, and she absolutely loved it—we’re actually heading back again this weekend 😊. The toilets were clean, and there’s a shop just five minutes from the site. The beach is about the same distance, and if you need to pop into town, Kilkeel and Asda aren’t far either. The views are amazing—ocean on one side and mountains on the other. Just a tip: bring a mallet, as the ground can be pretty hard 😂.
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Features
No dogs allowed
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Pop-up campsite
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Beach access 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Peaceful Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsiteNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Folks on the Hill
5
Cranfield Road
Kilkeel
Co. Down
Northern Ireland
BT34 4LQ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.02685°N
6.0616°W
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranfield (Cranfield Bay) | 0.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Shelling Hill/Templetown | 4.7 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Newcastle | 14.8 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Port, Lurganboy | 15.9 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Murlough Co. Down | 16.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
National Trust
Derrymore House 16.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
CARLINGFORD LOUGH ISLANDS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/02/1996) 1.4 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.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Folks on the Hill have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Folks on the Hill dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Folks on the Hill? Take a lake cruise with Carlingford Lough Ferry, which you can board from Greencastle (five minutes’ drive). Cruises run during the summer season, and they often have a music theme, with tribute … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Folks on the Hill?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 11 a.m. – Anytime Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Folks on the Hill? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.