Orchard Stables

View prices & book 8.6 18 reviews
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Family-friendly stays with a secluded feel
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  • Small, basic site in the grounds of a well-connected riding stables
  • Direct access to the A189; 20 minutes' drive from central Newcastle
  • Tree-lined site with farm animals; local buses nearby
When you're faced with a choice between the country and the city, this site will have you sitting pretty. Orchard Stables is a family-friendly site in a green spot that's also handily 20 minutes' drive north of central Newcastle. The stables are just off the A189, a few minutes from the A1 and A19 and a couple of minutes' walk from local buses that'll drop you off right in the centre of town. The site is surrounded by trees for a private feel, although due to its excellent road links there is some traffic noise. Orchard Stables is also home to friendly farm animals that you can spot on site (please make sure to keep a respectful distance, and don't feed or touch them). Basic facilities on site include a water supply, flushing toilet and bins (please note there is no chemical waste disposal). For easy eats, there is a wide variety of takeaways, a pub and Indian restaurants a few hundred yards from the site. This spot is close to the culture, food and sport of Newcastle, but it's also quick to get out on jaunts to Northumbrian castles, country parks and the coast. Getting a walk closer to home is also a breeze – a footpath directly opposite the site joins up with peaceful Cramlington Nature Reserve. The site is located on the main bus and road routes with a pub, takeaways and restaurants just around the corner. The local town of Cramlington has many large shops, a cinema and a train station.You will be parked in the horse riding arena, but please note that there will be some road noise. Travelling further afield? Orchard Stables is a great place to stop over on the way to Newcastle, Whitley Bay, Northumberland and its gorgeous beaches. Please note that, for the comfort of the animals and other guests on site, there should be no noise after 10pm. Because of nearby livestock, dogs are not allowed.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 5
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

8.6

Overall rating from 18 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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95% would recommend this site to a friend

89% would stay here again

What customers say

Family-run spot, grand value for a stopover or exploring Northumberland. Flat pitches, handy for amenities/transport. Farm animals a bonus. Basic but clean facilities, though some miss an Elsan point. Quiet enough despite roads.

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kevin n.

Non-electric motorhome pitch

Liked I didn't have great expectations of this site for only £15 but it was a great little park up for the night in a safe location off the road and surprisingly quiet at night. I liked the rubber chippings surface as you didn't have to walk in mud if you used the toilet. The.town is overwhelmed with takeaways but I used Brockwells chip shop and had a pint of Murphy's stout for only £3.50 at the Blagden arms.

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From the manager: Thank you so much for the review and great to hear you had such a fab time. Happy travels ! 🙂

Nice place!

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Hannah H.

Non-electric motorhome pitch

Liked It was nice for a couple of nights in our van while we did GNR! Toilet was adequate and well lit all night. Pigs were very cute and quiet all night

Disliked Could have really done with a shower! Also the entrance wasn’t very obvious.

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From the manager: Thanks for the review. Glad you enjoyed your stay and the Great North Run.

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Chris E.

Non-electric motorhome pitch

Liked Friendly reception

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you fir the review! Glad you enjoyed your stay 🙂

Basic stopover. Perfect for short stays.

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Colin J.

Non-electric motorhome pitch

Liked As expected

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thanks for the review. Hope you can stay again 🙂

Ok for overnight stop…

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Janet C.

Non-electric motorhome pitch

Liked Ok for overnight stop

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Probably won't return. Sorry.

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Anonymous

Non-electric motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely welcoming text from the owner. Great instructions about arrival. Not busy so have a much room as you want.

Disliked Pitch was on rubber shreds dressage arena.

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From the manager: Thanks for the review it helps people know what to expect. We just take 3 / max 4 campervans and are convenient for stopovers on the way to Scotland etc, for work or visiting the area. We aren't a 'campsite' as such but do have a toilet, water, bins and use of the shower in the static can be arranged. This is reflected in the price £15. Thanks for stopping and happy travels.

Good value, clean, level and friendly hosting

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Liz T.

Non-electric motorhome pitch

Liked Very easy to get to from the main road, friendly welcome and level pitch. enjoyed the chickens, pigs and ponies.
Easy walking access to pub, shops and restaurants.

Disliked Quite noisy at night due to proximity to road

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From the manager: Thank you so much for the lovely review. So glad you enjoyed your stay 🌻

Ideal late stopover site after a…

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John A.

Non-electric motorhome pitch

Liked Ideal late stopover site after a day in Whitley Bay. Near to Cramlington Village if you fancy food and drink. Friendly owner.

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From the manager: Thank you for the lovely review. Hope you can stay again 🙂

Lovely little stop over Lovely host…

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Rosie W.

Non-electric motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely little stop over
Lovely host
Very nice night
Would definitely stay again

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you so much for the review. Look forward to seeing you again 🙂

Great value stopover site

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Caroline P.

Non-electric motorhome pitch

Liked Email with clear directions for arrival.
Warm welcome.
Flat pitch, on shredded rubber, in the arena.
Toilet area basic but clean (in a stable unit that doubles as the yard laundry and storage)
Pigs as neighbours, yes, actual, real pigs!! So cute!!

Disliked Nothing.
Clearly stated what the facilities were in the description and everything was as stated. Nothing to complain about.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for the review. Glad you enjoyed your stay. 🙂

Features

No dogs allowed

Adults only

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

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Orchard Stables

Lanercist Park

Cramlington

Northumberland

England

NE23 6QU

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

55.07833°N
1.56872°W

Route directions

Follow signs for Northumbria Hospital A & E. At the hospital roundabout do not go into the hospital, but take the road labelled Ashington (B1326). Look for the entrance 80 yards along on the left (just before the flyover/ bridge). You can see the field from the roundabout. (Don't go into a housing estate as sometimes directed by a satnav; the Pitchup location is correct and will take you straight to the site.)

Nearest transport

Coach
6.7 km Bus station
6.7 km Bus station
8.7 km Whitley Bay: Maughans Shop
Rail
2.2 km Cramlington Rail Station
10.2 km Newcastle Airport Metro
11.9 km Morpeth Rail Station
Ferry
11.5 km North Shields Ferry Terminal
12.2 km South Shields Ferry Terminal
12.2 km Newcastle International Ferry Terminal
Airport
10.1 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

Fly through the woods on a mountain bike or take a slower woodland stroll at Plessey Wood Country Park (10 minutes' drive), a 100-acre wildlife haven with nature walks, riverside meadows and plentiful picnicking spots. There's an art-themed trail here, but those into their sculpture should make a detour to see Northumberlandia (10 minutes), a huge sculpture of a reclining female figure carved out of 1.5 million tonnes of grass and earth. Other stretches of well-maintained turf can be admired (and played on) at Arcot Hall Golf Club (10 minutes). Kids left bemused by the prospect of playing caddy for the day can instead be taken to Mr Mulligan's Newcastle (20 minutes), an indoor miniature golf course with kooky decor. Other family-friendly attractions in town include the Newcastle Discovery Museum and Great North Museum (both 20 minutes). Northumberland stately homes like Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens (30 minutes) and Bamburgh Castle (an hour) are also likely to get top marks from visitors young and old, as are boat trips from Seahouses (an hour) out to the Farne Islands National Nature Reserve.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Blyth South Beach 5.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seaton Sluice 5.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Whitley Bay 8.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Tynemouth Cullercoats 10 km Sea PoorPoorPoorN/A
Tynemouth Long Sands North 10.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Seaton Delaval Hall 4.6 km

Stephenson Railway Museum 8.2 km

Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths and Museum. 9.2 km

Great North Museum: Hancock 11.3 km

Biscuit Factory 11.5 km

National Trust

Seaton Delaval Hall 4.6 km

Holy Jesus Hospital 12.2 km

Souter Lighthouse and The Leas 17.7 km

Washington Old Hall 19.8 km

Gibside 20.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

SEATON DELAVAL 4.5 km

BLAGDON 5.9 km

St Mary's Lighthouse - Seaton Sluice 7.5 km

Whitley Bay - Seaton Sluice - Holywell 7.9 km

South Gosforth - Jesmond Dene -Jesmond Vale - Quay Side 8.5 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 Orchard Stables have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Orchard Stables dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Orchard Stables? Fly through the woods on a mountain bike or take a slower woodland stroll at Plessey Wood Country Park (10 minutes' drive), a 100-acre wildlife haven with nature walks, riverside meadows and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Orchard Stables?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Orchard Stables? From €17.34 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.