Shipley Lane Camping and Caravanning

8.9 219 reviews
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  • Dog-friendly Northumberland farm site 10 minutes’ drive from Alnwick
  • A 20-minute drive to Craster and Dunstanburgh Castle on the coast
  • Pub five minutes’ drive away; dark skies with views of the Milky Way
It’s no secret that Northumberland has a stunning coastline and lush green countryside, but fewer have been introduced to the dramatic evening skies and rural views of Shipley Lane Camping and Caravanning. At night, the Milky Way can often be spotted up in the dark sky – and when the sun’s still high in the sky, views over the Cheviot hills make up the green screen. From the well-maintained touring pitches (which all have electric hook-up and water and waste points) it's easy to explore the Northumberland coast and its beaches – Craster, Dunstanburgh Castle and Alnmouth are only 20 minutes’ drive away. The Northumberland Coast Path is splendid for a day of hiking and birdwatching, with the hilly trails of the Northumberland National Park about 25 minutes’ drive away. Those big names live up to their reputation, but local spots like the pub in the village of Eglingham (five minutes’ drive away) are just as lovely. Seek out a page-turner in the famed bookstore of Alnwick, 10 minutes’ drive away, too. If the scene sounds like something out of the Harry Potter wizarding world, you’re not far wrong; the town's castle is one of the series’ filming locations. The Alnwick Garden is mightily peaceful too, with 4000 different plants to spot as you stroll. Dogs are welcome on site as long as they get on with the resident dogs. The site’s border collies greet owner Robert with great excitement when he releases them from their kennels to help out on the livestock farm. Meanwhile, Timmy, who is now retired, likes to lie outside the house and keep an eye on things. The farm dogs take their duties seriously, so you may well hear a bit of barking at night.

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 12
Motorhome pitches 12
Tent pitches 20
Open now
Opens 9 April
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed, 9 Apr to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

8.9

Overall rating from 219 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

89% would recommend this site to a friend

87% would stay here again

What customers say

Idyllic, peaceful spot with lovely views of the countryside. Close to Northumberland. Guests loved the spacious pitches, friendly owner, and clean portable loos. Some wanted showers & cleaner toilets, but most agreed it's great value for a relaxed, no-frills break. Many want to come back.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Friendly owner, gave us good information…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Friendly owner, gave us good information in advance. Incredible views. The cleanest portaloos I've ever used! Generous check-in/check-out times

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent, spacious site with 3 very clean portaloo's 👌

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nicola j.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked The space!! The skies!! The stars!! The location!! The privacy!! Everything!!

Disliked Nothing to dislike!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site, nice views all around,…

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Rachel G.

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Lovely site, nice views all around, nice and quiet for us (probably not the case in the summer), simple facilities provided, well signposted and great communication from the owners. We will be back

Recommend to friends Visit again

A great spot, lovely views, clean basic facilities, helpful owner.

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Max W.

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Views, peace and quiet, friendly and helpful owner

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site

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lesley r.

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Peaceful, views were amazing & the stars at night were unbelievable. There was ehu & water at the grass pitch. Toilets were portable but we had no problem using them. Not too far from alnwick castle

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely little campsite. Really enjoyed our…

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Leanne H.

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Lovely little campsite. Really enjoyed our stay 🙂

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, amazing views. Grand children thoroughly enjoyed it.

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jackie f.

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Return visit very happy again. Beats looking at back and sides of multiple sites like some.

Disliked Some dog owners not picking up their dog mess. As a dog owner always clear up after my dogs.

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Great site and great location stunning…

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darren r.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Great site and great location stunning views looking over to the cheviots. will be returning

Recommend to friends Visit again

This is as basic as it gets so charging £30 is a real rip of

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Caprice R.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Location

Disliked Only 3 porta loos pretty disgusting. Two already blocked with poo a couple of hours after cleaning. Could smell them Ross field. Also sight on alight Hill. Only found one water tap next to a gate

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your review, I did explain to your husband about the issue with Nixons hire not turning up before the bank holiday to empty the toilets. I cleaned the toilets 3 times a day to allow me to keep them cleaned. As explained the toilet roll was thicker toilet roll (as Nixons didn't turn up!) and it doesn't flush very well. I did apologise to everyone I saw on site. The toilets were very clean, just at times full.
There was enough toilets for the amount of people we had on site as a lot of people had their own toilets. Your husband did say you hadn't camped for 20 years, I hope you enjoy your next trip!

I believe I would visit again

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Louise B.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Loved the view
Staff were helpful and friendly
Perhaps a small play area would be beneficial

Disliked Toilets were an issue but staff did give an explanation about this, their cleaning company didn’t do what they were supposed to

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your review. I was gutted about the situation but kept the toilets extra clean to try and compensate. I can promise they haven't done that this season, just this once. and for that I'm extremely sorry, the last thing we want is unhappy guests.
Thank you for staying and we hope to make it up to you in the future. If you choose to come back please give me a call and remind me of who you are. Thanks and take care

Features

Portable toilet

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

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome 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 Walkers' paradise Wild camping

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for tourers Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Shipley Lane Camping and Caravanning

Shipley Lane

Alnwick

Northumberland

England

NE66 2LS

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

55.45713°N
1.76991°W

Nearest transport

Coach
6.3 km Bus station
32.5 km Bus Station
33 km Bus Station
Rail
9.7 km Chathill Rail Station
11.1 km Alnmouth Rail Station
18.3 km Acklington Rail Station
Airport
46.9 km 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

Which way, captain? That’s what the kids might ask – and your answer may very well be the medieval hilltop fortress of Warkworth Castle (25 minutes’ drive), where the Duke of Northumberland once lived, or the 14th-century Dunstanburgh Castle (20 minutes). For good views, head to the Holy Island (40 minutes), a tidal island with an ancient priory. Northumberland National Park's Upper Coquet Valley surrounding the River Coquet (half an hour) is a dream for walks or bike rides, and the same can be said of Breamish Valley’s prehistoric hill forts (around 15 minutes). Further afield, the Kielder Observatory (an hour and a half) may be worth the journey for keen stargazers. Scottish border towns like Kelso (50 minutes) and Hadrian's Wall (50 minutes’ drive) are also within reach.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Low Newton 11.6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Beadnell 13.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seahouses North 16.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Warkworth 16.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bamburgh Castle 17.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Alnwick Castle 6.1 km

The Alnwick Garden 6.6 km

Howick Gardens & Arboretum 10.1 km

Northumberland Coast 11.4 km

Warkworth Castle 16 km

National Trust

Dunstanburgh Castle 11.2 km

Cragside 17.2 km

Lindisfarne Castle 23.5 km

Wallington 35.8 km

Seaton Delaval Hall 45.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

ALNWICK CASTLE 4.1 km

Hulne Park - Brizlee Tower Loop 5.6 km

Rock Farm Trail 6 km

Alnwick Castle - Hulne Priory 6 km

Doxford - Falloden Hall Circular 6.3 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Shipley Lane Camping and Caravanning have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Shipley Lane Camping and Caravanning dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Shipley Lane Camping and Caravanning? Which way, captain? That’s what the kids might ask – and your answer may very well be the medieval hilltop fortress of Warkworth Castle (25 minutes’ drive), where the Duke of Northumberland … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Shipley Lane Camping and Caravanning?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  noon –  Anytime
    Depart by:  noon
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