Hammer and Pincers Caravan and Campsite
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- Quiet family site at a County Durham pub just outside Newton Aycliffe
- Durham and Raby Castle, Park and Gardens both 25 minutes’ drive
- Restaurant and beer garden; delicatessen and gift shop on site
Site type
30
30
30Tourist board rating
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
- Electricity is metered on site at £0.30 per kWh and must be paid onsite using a pre-paid topup card.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
Unpowered concrete and grass site
6 people maximum Ground type: Concrete and grass
Pitch size: Max 8.0m width x 4.0m depth (26.2ft width x 13.1ft depth) Calculated area: 32.0m² (344.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults
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Power optional concrete and grass site
6 people maximum Ground type: Concrete and grass
Pitch size: Max 4.0m width x 8.0m depth (13.1ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 32.0m² (344.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £22 (£22) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Thoroughly enjoyed our 2 night stay this weekend. The staff were brilliant…
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Liked: Thoroughly enjoyed our 2 night stay this weekend. The staff were brilliant and couldn’t do enough for us from the minute we arrived. The pub and restaurant was amazing. We did take food to cook ourselves but after eating in there on night 1, we couldn’t resist it for night 2. The food was unbelievable. All fresh and home cooked and prices were very reasonable. Being able to have a camp fire makes our caravaning trips and it’s very rare you get sites that allow this. We will definitely be back in the near future with our kids this time.
Disliked: Nothing
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A really good value, lovely site with the friendliest of staff.
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Liked: What a great, friendly site! We stayed for two nights and really enjoyed it. The setting is fab ( so handy for the A1 and would be the perfect stop-over e.g. travelling from Scotland to the South of UK) and the whole vibe easy-going and laid back. Ruth, Henry and family who run it are so helpful and personable, they couldn't have been nicer and it was a sheer joy to meet the lovely grandchildren. The pub on site is excellent and was very busy both nights we were there ( you may need to book if you want to eat) lush warm, homely atmosphere. Local artisans sell some of their wares within, such a lovely touch. Excellent value too! £44 for two nights plus ehu. Top-up card with added £10 for electricity was plenty for us, even though it was icy cold frost both nights we were there ( and ran small oil-filled heater all night for 2 berth van plus fridge). Would recommend and would definitely go back as Locomotion museum worth a second visit at the very least!
Disliked: Toilets and showers a bit basic still, but perfectly functionable.
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Henry was so helpful went above and beyond to help and make…
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Liked: Henry was so helpful went above and beyond to help and make sure our stay was comfortable food in hotel was amazing as were staff
Disliked: Nothing
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Brilliant stay at the Hammer & Pincers
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Liked: Due to family obligations we stayed at the Hammer & Pincers caravan site near Newton Aycliffe. From the moment we arrived we could not have asked for a warmer welcome. Now, the owners have only owned the pub/restaurant caravan site for 6/7 months, so the site, whilst functional, is a work in progress. The showers are beautifully hot, the toilets clean and the pitches are level.
Now as for the pub/restaurant, we cannot recommend highly enough. The food is outstanding, plentiful and priced fairly. The owner Ruth, and assistants Denise and Eve always serve with a cheerful smile and are always willing to have a quick chat. The chef and his team are brilliant serving beautifully presented hot food which is totally delicious. Because I enjoyed a previous meal so much, on our last night, they went out of their way to repeat that meal, and it wasn’t even on the menu - fantastic. We would rate our experience here as a 11/10. We’ve been truly spoiled. We will be back.
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The pub was lovely and the staff very welcoming especially to our…
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Liked: The pub was lovely and the staff very welcoming especially to our dog. Huge portions and the food was lovely.
Disliked: The site was very close to busy road and train track so quite noisy.
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Liked: Excellent place clean tidy shower block and toilets
Restaurant food excellent
Staff very friendly
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Features
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 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 yearUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites) Pub campgroundAccessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Hammer and Pincers Caravan and Campsite
Preston Lane
Newton Aycliffe
Co. Durham
England
DL5 6JH
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
54.60898°N
-1.54143°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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Crimdon | 23 km | Sea | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaton Carew North | 23.7 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Seaton Carew Centre | 23.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaton Carew North Gare | 24.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaham Beach | 29.6 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Locomotion:The National Railway Museum at Shildon 6.8 km
Durham Cathedral 18.3 km
Durham Castle 18.7 km
mima 20.2 km
Captain Cook Birthplace Museum 21.8 km
National Trust
Moulton Hall 21.6 km
Ormesby Hall 24.3 km
Mount Grace Priory 29.4 km
Washington Old Hall 32.6 km
Gibside 36.7 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Brafferton 2.6 km
WINDLESTONE HALL 5.5 km
Hardwick Hall Country Park (Durham) 7.1 km
HARDWICK PARK 7.3 km
Ceddesfeld Hall Gardens 7.7 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 pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Hammer and Pincers Caravan and Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Hammer and Pincers Caravan and Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Hammer and Pincers Caravan and Campsite? There are loads of outdoor activities to keep the family happy: golfers can be out on the greens within 15 minutes’ drive, and there’s much alfresco fun to be had on wake … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Hammer and Pincers Caravan and Campsite?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: noon – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Hammer and Pincers Caravan and Campsite? From $44.95 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.