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Grey Gables

Well-kept, family-friendly pop-up site 15 minutes’ drive from Durham
Locomotion, Adventure Valley and Diggerland all 25 minutes’ drive
Off-grid pitches with countryside views; shop five minutes’ drive

If you’re after rural, well, the pop-up campsite at Grey Gables – found in the grounds of a vicarage, no less – is certainly that. The camping fields here straddle high ground and have rural County Durham views in all directions. You’d never believe that all the historic attractions, shops and dining options of Durham city itself were only 15 minutes’ drive away. Anyway, this quiet spot has easy access from the A1 road and makes a relaxing base suitable for dog walks in the countryside, days out wildlife watching, exploring by mountain bike or hiking the Weardale Way along its namesake river. All is clean and well maintained on site, which has portable toilet facilities and a supply of (non-drinking) water available. Please make sure you bring your own drinking water for that all-important morning cuppa, and as the place is very much off-grid, torches and batteries are a good idea too. Barbecues and campfires are allowed for that real camping vibe, so it’s time to get sizzling the sausages or veg skewers; you can pick up what you need for the grill from the local convenience store in Bowburn (five minutes’ drive), and there’s a regular bus service if you feel like ditching the car for the short hop into Durham city centre.

Campground type

Languages spoken

English

Nearby parks that are bookable on Pitchup.com

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

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

Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No drinkable water point No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campground

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Grey Gables

Old Quarrington

Durham

Co. Durham

England

DH6 5NL

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.73496°N
-1.50843°W

Nearest transport

Bus

4.2 mi Bus Station

9 mi South Burns Stand K

11.4 mi Washington (T&W): Galleries Bus Stn

Rail

4.2 mi Durham Rail Station

8.7 mi Bishop Auckland Rail Station

8.7 mi Chester-le-Street Rail Station

Ferry

15.3 mi Transporter Bridge North Side

15.3 mi Transporter Bridge South Side

18 mi Newcastle International Ferry Terminal

Airport

15.8 mi Durham Tees Valley Airport

22.4 mi 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

Local attractions and activities include: - Durham (cathedral and castle): 15 minutes’ drive - Golf club: 20 minutes - Auckland Castle: 20 minutes - Locomotion (railway museum): 25 minutes - Adventure Valley (kids’ theme park): 25 minutes - Diggerland Durham: 25 minutes - Seaham Beach (known for its sea glass): half an hour - Hall Hill Farm (petting zoo): 40 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Seaham Beach	10.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Excellent	Excellent
Crimdon	10.4 mi	Sea	Good	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Seaham Hall Beach	10.4 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Excellent
Seaton Carew North	13.8 mi	Sea	N/A	N/A	Good	Good
Seaton Carew Centre	14.1 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Durham Cathedral 3.8 mi

Durham Castle 3.9 mi

Durham Coast 9 mi

Locomotion:The National Railway Museum at Shildon 9.2 mi

WWT Washington Wetland Centre 11.6 mi

National Trust

Washington Old Hall 11.6 mi

Gibside 15.6 mi

Holy Jesus Hospital 16.8 mi

Souter Lighthouse and The Leas 17.2 mi

Ormesby Hall 18.6 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Cassop Vale - Cassop Moor - Old Quarrington 1.7 mi

Cassop Vale 1.7 mi

Croxdale Hall 2.1 mi

Shincliffe Wood 2.3 mi

CROXDALE HALL 2.6 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.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

Does Grey Gables have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Grey Gables dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Grey Gables? Local attractions and activities include: - Durham (cathedral and castle): 15 minutes’ drive - Golf club: 20 minutes - Auckland Castle: 20 minutes - Locomotion (railway museum): 25 minutes - Adventure Valley … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Grey Gables?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites

Arrive: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 10 a.m.

Read more