Elwick Campsite

View prices & book 9.7 88 reviews
Entrance
Entrance
Views over lindisfarne nature reserve to holy island
Campsite
New field for 2025
Sunset at the campsite field
The campsite field
Ross beach looking towards bamburgh castle
Ross beach looking towards holy island
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Views over lindisfarne nature reserve to holy island
Campsite
New field for 2025

  • Wild-style camping on a peaceful working farm opposite Lindisfarne
  • A 10-minute drive from Bamburgh and 15 minutes from Seahouses
  • Well located for Ross beach; good stopover from the A1 two miles away
Elwick Campsite is set in a peaceful location on the spectacular Northumberland coast, an area of outstanding natural beauty in the rural north east of England. This site is excellently located for trips to the holy island of Lindisfarne (a national nature reserve), visiting the castles that line the coast up to the Scottish border or exploring the many secluded beaches in the local area. These pitches have uninterrupted views over open countryside and over to Lindisfarne. This laidback spot has a no-frills approach but does have some well-maintained basic facilities, with running water, portable toilets and a chemical waste disposal tank made available to guests. Well-behaved dogs are welcome at Elwick Campsite (limited to two per pitch), but as there is livestock and wildlife all around, it is essential that they are kept on a lead at all times. The farm is in an easily accessible location, about two miles from the A1 and the nearest village of Belford (for a couple of pubs, a café, a small supermarket or a fish and chip shop). The nearest beach is in Ross, roughly five minutes away by car, followed by a lovely mile-long walk along a footpath.

Campground type

RV sites 18
Tent sites 10
Open now
Opens July 11
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Jul 11 to

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

Reviews

9.7

Overall rating from 88 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

100% would recommend this campground to a friend

99% would stay here again

What customers say

This well-run campsite has spacious, level sites with great countryside views, perfect for exploring the Northumberland coast. Guests love the clean portaloos and the owner's friendly, helpful service. Basic but well-kept facilities are adequate for most. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and proximity to Holy Island and Bamburgh Castle. No showers noted by some, but didn't spoil stays.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Great place! Will definately visit again.

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth RV campsite

Liked Quietness, spacious pitch.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely peaceful campsite, sea views, with the biggest pitches I've ever seen!…

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Rebecca D.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Lovely peaceful campsite, sea views, with the biggest pitches I've ever seen! Basic facilities (portaloos and a tap) but toilets were very clean and we didn't need anything else.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful location, friendly staff and clean loos.

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Beautiful site, clean toilets and welcoming host. Lovely quiet setting with gorgeous views and wonderful nature. Would have loved to stay longer but no showers.

Disliked 2 far left Portaloos hand washing water smelt bad when washing hands.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect

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Alexander F.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Fantastic Site, clean toilets, friendly host.

Visited the holy island next day, close to bamburgh castle, fish and chips in seahouses 20 min drive away. Wish we'd stayed longer, loads around ideal spot to set up camp.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location with really good facilities never seen toilets so clean

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth RV campsite

Liked Location and facilities

Disliked No dislikes

Recommend to friends Visit again

Simple and spacious. Extremely clean toilets.

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CAROL M.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Susan was very friendly and welcoming. The pitch size was generous. The facilities are very simple (but that's clear from the description). We camped for 2 nights and the toilets were immaculate anytime we used them. Lovely campsite.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite spacious pitches with good clean toilets!…

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Josie L.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Great campsite spacious pitches with good clean toilets!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Pitch was level. Site was excellent. Clean basic facilities.

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Liked the clean toilet facilities, the fantastic views and the clean tidy site

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would visit again.

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth RV campsite

Liked Beautiful spot with basic facilities.

Disliked No showers.Hedge at bottom of field obscuring view.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely large and level pitches, views of Lindisfarne, peace and quiet. Cleanest portaloos…

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Catherine A.

Primitive grass and earth RV campsite

Liked Lovely large and level pitches, views of Lindisfarne, peace and quiet.

Cleanest portaloos I have ever used.

Disliked A bit hard to find. Maybe a 'What three words' in the welcome email?
In an almost empty site, we had been allocated a pitch right next to someone else! We moved.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Everyone gets an email with a pitch number What3words and very comprehensive directions. As well as a site plan. I am sorry you didn’t see your email

Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

Dogs 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 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 Rallies welcome 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

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campground

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Elwick Campsite

Elwick Farm

Elwick

Northumberland

England

NE70 7EL

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

55.62594°N
1.81967°W

Nearest transport

Bus
12.3 mi Golden Square
12.3 mi Golden Square
15.4 mi Bus station
Rail
7.6 mi Chathill Rail Station
12.7 mi Berwick-upon-Tweed Rail Station
17.7 mi Alnmouth Rail Station

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: - Ross beach: five minutes' drive, then a mile's walk - Bamburgh: 10 minutes' drive - Lindisfarne Castle: 20 minutes - Berwick-upon-Tweed: 20 minutes - Alnwick: 25 minutes - Cheviot Hills: 40 minutes - Newcastle: an hour - Edinburgh: an hour and 20 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Bamburgh Castle 4.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seahouses North 6.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Beadnell 9.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Low Newton 11.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Spittal 11.2 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Lindisfarne Priory 3.1 mi

Lindisfarne Castle 3.3 mi

Bamburgh Castle 4.4 mi

Northumberland Coast 10.9 mi

Berwick-upon-Tweed Castle & Ramparts 12 mi

National Trust

Lindisfarne Castle 3.2 mi

Dunstanburgh Castle 13.7 mi

Cragside 21.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

BELFORD HALL 1.8 mi

Belford - Swinhoe Circular 1.9 mi

LINDISFARNE CASTLE 3.3 mi

St Cuthbert's Way - Part 7 - Final Leg 3.6 mi

Holburn - St Cuthbert's Cave 4.1 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.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Elwick Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Elwick Campsite dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Elwick Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - Ross beach: five minutes' drive, then a mile's walk - Bamburgh: 10 minutes' drive - Lindisfarne Castle: 20 minutes - Berwick-upon-Tweed: 20 minutes - Alnwick: 25 … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Elwick Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  11:30 a.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  11:30 a.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Elwick Campsite? From $30.70 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.