Gallows Hill

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  • Co. Durham site five minutes' drive from Barnard Castle
  • Just outside the North Pennines National Landscape for scenic walks
  • Attractive rural location with easy access direct from the A66
Coming to Co. Durham for active adventures, a bit of exploring with the family or just some rural relaxation? Whatever it is that brings you this way, Gallows Hill is a great place to settle down for a while. This small site is about five minutes’ drive from the town of Barnard Castle, and has fabulous views over the surrounding Teesdale hills. Direct access from the A66 means that it’s nice and easy to find, and also handily located for getting out and about to whatever activities you’ve chosen to fill your day with. And what might those activities be? Well, you’ll be just outside the North Pennines National Landscape and Yorkshire Dales National Park so there are plenty of scenic places nearby for a walk, a bike ride, some climbing or other outdoor activities. Historic attractions and museums are close by as well, and it won’t take all that long to get to Durham city centre or the spectacular shows at Kynren. Closer to home, Barnard Castle has (aside from the castle, of course) numerous shops, supermarkets, takeaways and places to eat. Pick up supplies while you’re there and you’ll be able to have a campfire to keep you warm during an evening on site. Simple facilities on site include separate men’s and women’s toilets and showers (all cleaned regularly) and a small play area to help tire the kids out ready for bed.

Campground type

Camper sites 3
RV sites 6
Tent sites 11
Rent a tent 2
Open now
Opens March 20
Please note
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Fri, Mar 20 to

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Campsite types & availability

Accommodation

Tent sitesCamper sitesRV sitesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsMobile homes for rentRent a tent
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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

8.2

Overall rating from 56 Pitchup.com customers

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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Budget/backpackerSpectacular scenery

84% would recommend this campground to a friend

80% would stay here again

What customers say

This welcoming, relaxed campsite boasts stunning views & a helpful owner. Facilities are clean, with kid-pleasing play equipment. Some note A66 road noise, but many find it manageable or a positive. A few mention limited dishwashing sinks & occasional hot water glitches. Access can be tricky. Good value, with many planning to return.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 7/28/2026

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Really friendly owner and very helpful. View was great, very laid back. Our kids loved playing on the play equipment and being able to see them from the pitch was great.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely little site with nice clean facilities

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Andrew C. 2 reviews

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Nice small site. We bought some logs and the owner provides us a small pit to use. The toilet and shower were clean and the kids loved the little play area. Good communication from the owner. We stayed 3 nights and had a great time.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great evening view. Helpful info sent…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Great evening view. Helpful info sent before our arival by the campsite warden.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Stunning views, easily accessible, facilities provided…

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Adam G. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Stunning views, easily accessible, facilities provided

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nothing…

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Trevor B. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Nothing

Disliked Very noisy situated by a continuously bus road all night .
Showers went off 1/2 way through .
No nearby options to buy / access food by walkers or cyclists

Recommend to friends Visit again

It was perfect for the overnight…

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Sue G. 1 review

Primitive grass and gravel RV campsite

Liked It was perfect for the overnight stop that we wanted,
Toilets and showers clean.
They kept intouch with us throughout the day with directions and code for gate.
Would definitely use it again

Recommend to friends Visit again

Does what is says on the…

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Claire S. 2 reviews

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Does what is says on the tin..lovely little site with everything needed and great views. Great communication from the owner who was very helpful

Disliked Noise from the A66 (however this didn't bother me personally)

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good value site

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9 out of 10
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Ralph G. 3 reviews

Primitive grass and gravel RV campsite

Liked Basic friendly site with good view. Facilities were clean. Good value.

Disliked Being small, all I could see in the mirrors in the gents was the top of my head! No good for shaving.

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 Gary W. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Everything

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good spot, great facilities, nice and…

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10 out of 10
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Nathan F. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Good spot, great facilities, nice and chill place, mint views, and last but not least Lee(owner) is top bloke, will be revisiting

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 Watersports

Amenities on park

Baby-changing facilities Bath available 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal sites

Location

Gallows Hill

The Street

Barnard Castle

Co. Durham

England

DL12 9SW

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.52025°N
1.94424°W

Route directions

If you are using a Satnav device, please search for the campsite using the name, not the postcode. Using the postcode is likely to take you to the wrong exit. Please use the pin location or campsite name on Google Maps. There is a sharp turn from the west onto the site. From the A66 (east), you must cross over oncoming traffic from the west, so please be patient and turn safely.

Nearest transport

Bus
15.7 mi Dolphin Centre
16 mi High Green
16.1 mi The Angel
Rail
14.3 mi Bishop Auckland Rail Station
14.3 mi Frosterley Rail Station
14.4 mi Shildon Rail Station
Ferry
29.1 mi Transporter Bridge South Side
29.2 mi Transporter Bridge North Side
Airport
20.6 mi Durham Tees Valley 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Barnard Castle: five minutes’ drive - Egglestone Abbey: five minutes - Teesdale Alpacas: five minutes - The Bowes Museum: 10 minutes - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens: 20 minutes - Grassholme Observatory (astronomy and stargazing evenings): 20 minutes - Reeth (for watersports, climbing and other outdoor activities): 25 minutes - Kynren (spectacular outdoor show): 35 minutes - Durham: 45 minutes.

Must see

The Bowes Museum 1.9 mi

Barnard Castle 2.6 mi

Easby Abbey (EH) 11.5 mi

Richmond Castle 11.7 mi

High Force Waterfall 13.2 mi

National Trust

Moulton Hall 13.8 mi

Braithwaite Hall 18.3 mi

Mount Grace Priory 27.1 mi

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 27.7 mi

Gibside 28.9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Egglestone Abbey - Greta Bridge - Brignall 1.7 mi

Barnard Castle - Deepdale - Lartington - Barnard Castle 1.8 mi

BOWES MUSEUM 1.9 mi

Barnard Castle, Green Lane and Mount Eff Lane. 2.2 mi

Brignall Banks - Brignall Mill - Greta Bridge – Brignall 2.4 mi

Local events

  • Kettlewell Scarecrow Festival (Saturday, August 8, 2026 – Saturday, August 8, 2026)

    Skipton, England 26.2 mi

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 Gallows Hill have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Gallows Hill dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Gallows Hill? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Barnard Castle: five minutes’ drive - Egglestone Abbey: five minutes - Teesdale Alpacas: five minutes - The Bowes Museum: 10 minutes - Raby Castle, Park and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Gallows Hill?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Gallows Hill? From $26.60 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.