Stampley Moss Farm
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- Family-owned wild camping site eight miles from Newcastle upon Tyne
- A 10-minute drive from Metrocentre; 30 minutes from Derwent Reservoir
- Barbecues and dogs permitted; small woodland area; pubs nearby
Site type
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Admission
- At least one of the party members must be aged 23 or over.
Dogs
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 1 May to
Pitch types & availability
7

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20)
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Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch
4 people maximum
Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20)
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The Horsebox microlodge
3 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Dimensions: 8.9ft width × 6.9ft length
Arrival daysFrom £99 (£99)
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Reviews
90% would recommend this site to a friend
89% would stay here again
What customers say
A grand spot for a bit of wild camping, with a lovely chilled, back-to-basics feel and campfires a go. Grand pitches and handy to the shops. The portaloo gets a mixed reception, some find it a bit grim, others say it’s grand for what it is. Security gates and the hosts are a good shout.
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The area was spacious. Allowed to…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked The area was spacious. Allowed to have fires with plenty of wood. Me and the party who stayed there thoroughly enjoyed the stay and would recommend
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Perfect for the feel of wild camping, very peaceful.
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Was lovely and quiet and just what was needed, very basic but that's what we wanted, somewhere to pitch a tent have a fire, and for the price was great will definitely be back, already planning to return with friends and family after recommending the farm to them.
Disliked The only one thing I'd say is that fire's are allowed but the preference of a firepit is preferred due to destroying the grass, which is fine and understandable, as I'm assuming the field is also used for horses, they were remains of fires around the field I used a fire pit, but still managed to scorch the grass even when trying to be mindful not to leave any damage, hopefully the option of having a fire isn't taken away, also maybe an option of an area to dispose of the ashes, maybe a few slabs people could grab to put the pit on and return would help in keeping the grass and ground in better condition for your horses
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From the manager: Thank you very much for the lovely review . Unfortunately you’re right we are seriously considering not continuing next year due to particularly this weekend majority not using their fire pits & in full view burning the ground which isn’t acceptable on any land.
It’s a real shame and prohibited costs of the toilet and commercial bin every few days means with repairs to the land will be not viable sadly
We have just came back from…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked We have just came back from a lovely 2 night stay, very peaceful.
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you very much for your kind review we love to hear you had a lovely stay
Great two-night wild stay with kids.
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Really lovely, pretty wild site with a nice woodland for firewood and some pretty walks around. It was pretty quiet when I was there with my two little kids. There's a riding arena that you can see from the site which provided good entertainment for my kids too!
Disliked The portaloo was pretty grim, but was clearly advertised as being just a portaloo, so I wasn't expecting anything less, but I was a little disappointed in the maintenance of it considering it was the only facility provided.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review
Unfortunately the portaloo may make it no longer viable to continue the pop up field it is serviced professionally every 5 days which costs the equivalent of 3 bookings . (Combined with the bin fees exactly the same) and I have no control over it. For example the week you stayed it was serviced on Thursday by Friday someone had broken the privacy flap & shredded loo roll all over the floor and outside. The request for service takes 48hrs so unfortunately other than close the wild camping pop up field there’s nothing further we can do . I’m sure you’d appreciate that if we had a septic waste vehicle we most certainly would . I think we may have not to open next year it will no longer be viable if we get two at £17 per tent
Everything, my partner and daughter went…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Everything, my partner and daughter went this time as I had work 😢 they loved it even if it was raining, they seen the peacock and sent me pics (not jealous at all) they had a fantastic time, this is a great little campsite, cannot wait to book again
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From the manager: Thank you so much, the peacock loves his visitors anyone who has food he’s a big fan! We have 5 more but they are penned at the moment hopefully you’ll see them out next time
Would stay again
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Loved the relaxing site, it is as near to wild camping without hiking to find a nice spot away from it all with the added security of an electric gate.
Disliked Campers making fires on the ground and not leaving the site as they find it , although the site wasn't littered there were signs of disrespectful campers remains which unfortunately is everywhere you camp nowadays
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From the manager: Hi
Thank you for your booking
Yes unfortunately some people are very disrespectful making fires on the bare ground . They are meant to be using their own fire pit. As you say it is not littered as I do clean each day so thank you for noticing but unfortunately some still can’t put away after themselves.
The price was great. Being able…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked The price was great. Being able to use fire pits was good. Free use of water was ideal. Location was close to our home and will definitely use again
Disliked Only one portaloo which was a little smelly
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From the manager: Thank you very much for the booking and lovely review . The portaloo is professionally serviced every 5 days and due to costs wouldn’t be worth providing the pop up camping field if we had another we would love to!
Would recommend for wild camping, only facility is one portaloo.
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Great place to chill and relax, perfect experience for wild camping. Lots of space to choose from.
Camp fires allowed and plenty of dry wood if needed.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for the review I’m glad you enjoyed the chipped wood it’s all dead or fallen trees we have chopped for our guests so no tree is damaged for fires . Thank you so much
Perfect wild camping spot, quiet and…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Perfect wild camping spot, quiet and family friendly. Will definitely be pitching up here in future.
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you Paul for your booking and kind review . We would love to have you return
Beautiful little place just to get…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Beautiful little place just to get away
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From the manager: Thank you Gemma lovely to have you here have a lovely rest of your summer
Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campsite
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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsiteAccessibility
Accessible parking at pitchNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Tourer storage facilitiesLocation
Stampley Moss Farm
Thornley Lane
Gateshead
Tyne and Wear
England
NE21 6LB
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.94218°N
1.73377°W
Route directions
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Shields | 21.7 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Tynemouth Long Sands North | 21.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Tynemouth Long Sands South | 21.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Tynemouth King Edwards Bay | 21.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Tynemouth Cullercoats | 21.9 km | Sea | Poor | Poor | Poor | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Gibside 2.5 km
George Stephenson's Birthplace 6.2 km
Prudhoe Castle 8.4 km
Castle Keep 8.5 km
Laing Art Gallery 8.8 km
National Trust
Gibside 2.5 km
Holy Jesus Hospital 8.6 km
Cherryburn 9.8 km
Washington Old Hall 14.5 km
Seaton Delaval Hall 21.7 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
GIBSIDE 2.3 km
Highfield - Spen Banks - Hookergate - Highfield 2.6 km
Swalwell - Derwent Valley - Rowland's Gill 2.8 km
Rowlands Gill - Derwent Walk - Pontop Pike - Rowlands Gill 2.8 km
Swalwell - Dunstan - Gateshead - Bill Quay 3.1 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 Stampley Moss Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Stampley Moss Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Stampley Moss Farm? What was life like in past times around here? Well, for a whizz back to the Roman era, Heddon-on-the-Wall (15 minutes’ drive) and Corbridge Roman Town (25 minutes) are both a short … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Stampley Moss Farm?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 14:00 – 19:00 Depart by: 10:30 On-site accommodation Arrive: 14:00 – 19:00 Depart by: 10:30 - How much does it cost to stay at Stampley Moss Farm? From €23.39 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.
