Bolam Lake Camping Paddock
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- Dog-friendly wild camping site opposite Bolam Lake Country Park
- A 25-minute drive from Hadrian’s Wall; 40 minutes from the coast
- Barbecues permitted; walking/cycling routes and a food shop nearby
Site type
This park has no on-site shower facilities.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, Apr 18 to
Pitch types & availability
Reviews
99% would recommend this site to a friend
98% would stay here again
What customers say
This well-kept campsite boasts roomy pitches by beautiful, quiet Bolam Lake, ideal for strolls. Guests rave about the super friendly, helpful owners, David & Jill, who go the extra mile. Facilities are basic but spotless. Horses nearby were a hit. Fires cost extra, but it's highly recommended for its peaceful vibe & great hosts.
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Beautiful site very well kept
Primitive grass campervan campsite
Liked Everything it’s such a well kept place toilets immaculate David in Jill are lovely David helped us with our awning he’s a beautiful guy so helpful in polite always there to help we had to leave same day family problems
Disliked Nothing at all
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From the manager: Thanks so much for taking the time to share your feedback and it was great to meet you.
We enjoy meeting our guests and we are always on hand to help if you need assistance with setting up when you arrive at the campsite.
We are sorry that you had to leave earlier but we hope that you visit again very soon.
Thank you and our very best wishes.
Everything! There is absolutely nothing to fault. David and Jill were warm…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Everything! There is absolutely nothing to fault. David and Jill were warm and welcoming from the beginning right until the end of our stay. The site is very well maintained - toilets and sinks were always clean and the overall area/grass was upkept nicely. David and Jill offer a rentable firepit with everything required to make a fire, thoroughly recommend doing this as it truly makes the camping experience! All guests were respectful and plots were spaced comfortably apart. David and Jill were attentive to every guest, checking in mornings and nights and making sure everyone was okay and had everything that they needed. David and Jill provide their personal phone numbers for any issues/questions and are very quick and thorough at replying, allowing us to feel very safe during our stay. The gates to the site are closed (not locked) to allow for privacy during the night. We will 100% be back. The site is incredibly new-to-camping friendly. I was with a party of 4, and it was all of our first time camping and I’m very glad we chose this as our first place. You can tell that David and Jill have a passion for what they’re doing and the attention/care they give their guests makes the experience even more comfortable and enjoyable 😊 Thanks again!
Disliked Nothing.
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From the manager: Thanks so much for your informative review and your very kind words.
It was great to meet you all and we are so pleased that your first camping trip was such a positive experience. We hope that you now feel confident to plan more camping adventures.
Thank you for staying with us and we hope that visit again soon.
Perfect for a relaxing night away
Primitive grass campervan campsite
Liked Lovely site just across a quiet road from bolam lake. My daughter loved seeing the horses in the adjacent field
Disliked The lack of showers won’t suit everyone but doesn’t bother us if we’re just away for one night. Didn’t try WiFi so not sure if there was any but wouldn’t expect there to be!
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From the manager: Thank so much for sharing your feedback as we really appreciate it.
We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay.
We have older, retired horses who live with us and they like to say hello to their friendly camper neighbours :)
We are located in the heart of Northumbrian green belt land which limits the facilities that we can offer but guests who stay longer often take advantage of the excellent leisure centres in Morpeth and Ponteland for swimming sessions and showers.
We can offer spacious pitches, fresh water, washing facilities and very clean toilets which is great for short breaks.
Thanks for staying with us and we hope you visit again soon.
I would certainly come back again if in the area.
Primitive grass campervan campsite
Liked Very beautiful site with gorgeous views, lovely walks nearby, in the heart of some delightful countryside. Had a very warm welcome from the owners. Extremely peaceful and large well separated pitches. The view of the grazing horses is serene.
Disliked Toilet facilities are very clean but basic due to planning constraints. You will need to level your van as the pitches slope a little.
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Nice peaceful site 👌…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Nice peaceful site 👌
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Amazing breathtaking views. Welcomed by the polite, friendly Owner. The site was…
Primitive grass campervan campsite
Liked Amazing breathtaking views. Welcomed by the polite, friendly Owner. The site was incredibly clean and quiet, neighbours were the horses in the field which my two children loved watching and stroking when they came up to the fence. Incredible watching them galloping around in the field together in the evening. Very beautiful place will be visiting again and recommend this site to everyone. Felt at home and relaxed. Opposite the camp is a beautiful forest with a lake that you can walk round and explore with plenty of rest stop places to admire the views.
Disliked Nothing to dislike at all.
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Friendly host, clean site, family’s welcomed.
1 bedroom on-site travel trailer (no electricity)
Liked The caravan was clean and tidy. The atmosphere was pleasant with a mix of couples and families. The host David & Jill absolutely amazing could not do enough for not just us but every other person. Always greeted every person who arrived and checked in with everyone before the day ends. Just made everyone feel welcomed to the site and ensured everyone had a great stay.
Disliked Only issue was the toilets. No light in so made this darker on an evening. Understandably out of the hosts control.
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From the manager: Thanks so much for your feedback as we really appreciate it.
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay in our caravan as our aim is to provide ' the best bits of off grid camping in beautiful countryside without the hassle of setting up a tent'
Thanks for your feedback about visiting the toilets at night too which is really helpful. We have battery operated lighting in the caravan and we do advise guests to bring a torch but it would be a good idea to provide a torch in the caravan too.
Thank you for staying with us and we hope that you visit again soon.
Excellent clean friendly
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Had a excellent weekend here with family and kids and friendly toilets were clean fresh daily owners very friendly there a lake with fishing spot and also a place u can get boat licence for the day around 6 pound but take ya own boast kids loved kayak along lake all very clean tidy would defently recommend this place big grass we played rounders on along with a sports day lovley place can't wait to book again
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From the manager: Thanks so much for sharing your feedback as it's so helpful to families who may be looking for a campsite which suits their needs.
You certainly made the most of your stay with us and the children had a great time.
It was great to meet you all and thanks for staying with us.
Everything was spot on…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Everything was spot on
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From the manager: Thank you for sharing your review and we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us.
It's great to see families enjoying time together - lots of fresh air, children playing freely in the countryside and parents relaxing too :)
Thank you for staying with us and enjoy the rest of the holidays.
Thanks for sharing your photo too.
Fabulous time
1 bedroom on-site travel trailer (no electricity)
Liked Lovely relaxing place kids can run around burn off their energy and lovely walks around the lake
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From the manager: Thanks so much for your comments and we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay.
It's always great to see children making new friends and just enjoying playing together in the countryside.
Great to see busy parents just enjoying their break and relaxing for a while too :)
Thank you
Features
Portable toilet
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycling nearbyLocation
Bolam Lake Camping Paddock
Belsay
Northumberland
England
NE20 0HE
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
55.1332°N
1.8688°W
Nearest transport
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 |
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Newbiggin South | 23.1 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
Newbiggin North | 23.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
Blyth South Beach | 23.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Druridge Bay South | 23.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Seaton Sluice | 25.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens 3.6 km
George Stephenson's Birthplace 17.5 km
Prudhoe Castle 18.7 km
Cragside House, Gardens and Estate 20.1 km
Chesters Roman Fort 20.8 km
National Trust
Wallington 6.1 km
Cherryburn 19.5 km
Cragside 20.6 km
Seaton Delaval Hall 24.3 km
Holy Jesus Hospital 24.5 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Bolam Lake - Shaftoe Craggs circular 0.1 km
BELSAY HALL 3.7 km
Hartburn Circular 4.6 km
CAPHEATON 5.1 km
WALLINGTON 5.9 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.
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Bolam Lake Camping Paddock have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Bolam Lake Camping Paddock dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Bolam Lake Camping Paddock? Want to feel like lord or lady for an afternoon? Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens (10 minutes' drive) should soon ignite that fantasy. The medieval castle and gardens are one of a … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Bolam Lake Camping Paddock?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: noon On-park accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Bolam Lake Camping Paddock? From $45.79 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.