Castle Farm Campsite
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- Wild camping on the banks of the River Nene near Fotheringhay Castle
- A 10-minute drive to historic Oundle; 25 minutes to Burghley House
- Back-to-basics grass pitches five minutes’ walk from a traditional pub
Campground type
15
This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, 17 Apr to
Reviews
Voted 78% of visitors View breakdown
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Perfect spot we had a lovely stay celebrating My nephew and his…
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Liked: Perfect spot we had a lovely stay celebrating My nephew and his wife’s first year anniversary as they were married at Castle Farm one year ago .We will definitely be back soon as we love to paddle board down the river . Toilet was kept very clean as was stocked daily thanks Kaz . We love it and even more so as it holds a very special place in our hearts from having the wedding here which was truly amazing.
Disliked: 0
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Excellent location. Pitches well separated. Very relaxed. Love it.…
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Liked: Excellent location. Pitches well separated. Very relaxed. Love it.
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A brilliant site, we will definitely be back.
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Liked: The site has excellent views. kaz is very helpful and welcoming.and the toilets (despite being potaloos) are very clean. The sensible rules make it feel like a wild camping experience. A great campsite that is highly recommended.
Disliked: It's quite an exposed site on top of a hill so check the wind before you go.
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It was a relaxed trip. Clean toilet facility, Kaz was super
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Liked: The views of the church, castle ruins and the access to river Nene.
Check out time was in the afternoon so got to enjoy the last day too.
Disliked: The site didn't have showers
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A real gem and perfect for launching my canoe...I'll be back!
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Liked: Peaceful riverside setting with beautiful views and wonderful nature all around. Charles the owner was super helpful and Kaz the Warden was really friendly. I've never seen such spotless portaloos! I can recommend booking Friday night fish and chips for £10 at The Falcon in the village -superb!
Disliked: Nothing not to like!
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Excellent site clean facilities, friendly staff and level pitches .
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Liked: I love this place as it is right by the river I have moored my first ever narrow boat here many years ago and personally know the owner’s through my old job .Fotheringhay it’s self is a beautiful place and if you know your history and are possibly Scottish you will know that Mary Queen Of Scotland was killed there local pubs are also very nice and good food also not far from Peterborough if you want to visit the Cathedral or do some shopping really lovely camp site looking forward to going back Jo and John W
Disliked: None
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Amazing little wild camping spot, we will definitely be back!
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Liked: Really friendly campsite. You can choose where you camp but have to keep far away from others which is lovely! Great access to a beautiful bit of the river Nene. Toilets are unbelievably clean and the ability to hire a fire pit and buy wood is a great touch.
Disliked: Nothing!
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Lovely location.
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Liked: We regularly choose Castle farm campsite as a quick getaway, it’s such a peaceful site with stunning views and direct access to the water for paddleboarding / kayaking. There is always a warm welcome from Kaz on arrival and you are free to choose your spot to set up. It’s a basic site with toilets that are cleaned every morning. If you are looking for a tranquil peaceful setting right on the river, then I can highly recommend this site.
Disliked: Nothing.
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The most relaxing part of life. Beautiful view and cleaning of this…
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Liked: The most relaxing part of life. Beautiful view and cleaning of this place make me come back again.
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Large pitches, beautiful views, lovely walks nearby, helpful friendly staff and super…
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Liked: Large pitches, beautiful views, lovely walks nearby, helpful friendly staff and super clean services. Also loved the back to basics camping and the fact we could have a controlled campfire in the evening. One of the best little sites I've had the pleasure of staying on in 20 years of camping 👍👌
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Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campground
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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 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' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Castle Farm Campsite
Fotheringhay
Northamptonshire
England
PE8 5HZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.52436°N
-0.44443°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
Must see
Burghley House 13.1 km
Peterborough Cathedral 14.7 km
Rockingham Castle 18.8 km
Barnsdale Gardens 22.7 km
Grimsthorpe Castle, Park and Gardens 29.8 km
National Trust
Lyveden New Bield 10.6 km
Houghton Mill 30.6 km
Woolsthorpe Manor 34 km
Peckover House and Garden 43.4 km
Grantham House 45.4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Fotheringhay - Elton - Nassington - Fotheringhay 0.5 km
ELTON HALL 3.1 km
APETHORPE HALL 4 km
Wansford 6.3 km
King's Cliffe and Apethorpe 6.6 km
Local events
- Burghley Horse Trials (Thursday 4 September 2025 – Thursday 4 September 2025)
Stamford, England 13.9 km
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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see site type section for details
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Castle Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Castle Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Castle Farm Campsite? If you fancy having an easy day and staying close to the campsite, have a poke around the ruined castle in Fotheringhay (five minutes’ walk). It has played an important part in … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Castle Farm Campsite?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Castle Farm Campsite? From $50.13 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.