Bonners Lodge

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Visitor image of the brilliant views
Rayhans rigg fully enclosed pitch ideal for small children and dogs
Charlie’s pad
A few pitches
Ehu pitch
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Rayhans rigg fully enclosed pitch ideal for small children and dogs
Charlie’s pad
A few pitches

  • Friendly site with rural views 15 minutes' drive from Consett
  • A short walk from the Waskerley Way trail for walking and cycling
  • Spacious pitches with access to heated shower block
A warm welcome awaits at Bonners Lodge, where chief of staff Raffi the cat oversees a small team of humans, dogs, horses, pygmy goats, alpacas, a donkey and a Shetland pony at this friendly family-run site. Officially it’s Ken and Michelle that own the place, but there’s always a helping hand from canine pals Sam, Bess and Charlie… Make the five-minute drive from the A68 and settle yourself in for a hefty dose of peace and quiet: pitches have splendid views over the surrounding farmland and woods, all part of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The plots have been deliberately well spaced to give you plenty of room, so it may be that your nearest ‘neigh’bours will be horses Rosie and Rusty in their paddock. Well-behaved dogs and human folk are invited to explore the miles of walking paths that lie beyond; you need only amble across the adjacent field to join the Waskerley Way. Kids need not even stray very far to let off steam, as they can just wander over to the site’s play area for a bit of swing and slide action. Everything you need for a comfy stay has been supplied here – a cosy, heated and modern shower block includes useful bits and bobs like hairdryers to keep the travelling barnet in check.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 10
Touring caravan pitches 9
Open now
Opens 13 February
Please note
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 13 Feb 2026 to

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Reviews

9.8

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98% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

This small, peaceful spot's lauded for its gorgeous rural setting, top-notch and spotless ablutions (games room too!), and friendly farm critters. Owners are always called welcoming and helpful. Enclosed pitches are a win for dog and kid safety. Some found loos and showers a bit tight, but okay. A few noted it's windy.

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Fabulous campsite! That good we have…

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Jayde D.

Pixies non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch

Liked Fabulous campsite!
That good we have booked for next weekend too!
The man who met us on arrival was so helpful and friendly. We also met 2 ladies who help out and they sat chatting and were lovely.
The games room was perfect, equipped with a full kitchen, tv, pool table, football table, table tennis and everything you could possibly imagine for kids! (We didn’t have our kids with us this time and still enjoyed the lot 🤣)
The showers and toilets are immaculate and had little touches like bottles of perfume, hand creams etc.
We arrived late on the Saturday night so didn’t get to see any of the animals etc but can’t wait to come back again in the summer with the kids.
Thank you for a lovely stay.

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Excellent site with so many unique and enjoyable features

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Anonymous

Barkers Bay fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked This is an absolutely fantastic site🤩.
We have already booked to come back again as we were entranced by ;the site itself, the friendliness and helpfulness of the people running the site, the beautiful countryside and of course the amazing personalities of the resident animals.
The pitches are spacious and not overlooked. The views and the countryside around are stunning and so peaceful. It is a wild life haven with deer ,red kites, curlews, hares, rabbits, thrushes to name but a few of the delights constantly around.
The facilities are spotless and thoughtfully maintained to the highest standards. We loved our enclosed pitch which was both unique and superb for our dogs but would happily have stayed on any of the pitches on this site. The picnic benches and outside furniture are a lovely touch as is the beautiful games room with all of the extra facilities in this lovely warm communal room.The showers and toilet area were always toasty warm.
We loved waking up and opening our blinds to peaceful countryside views but with that unique addition of wondering what were the alpacca boys doing this morning just at the other side of our communal fence , along with our neighbours the Pygmy goats and very original sheep, truly there was never a dull moment.
If you have not visited this campsite and you love your motorhome or caravan then you are seriously missing out on an amazing experience 🤩

Disliked There is absolutely nothing to dislike

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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely review it means alot to us and makes all our hard work worthwhile.

We are all looking forward to your next visit.

kind regards

michelle and ken and all our four legged furry ones

Small, quiet and friendly site with unexpected facilities.

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Neil F.

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Small, quiet and friendly site. The indoor facilities (with pool and table tennis tables) were unexpected but excellent. We also didn’t expect to be offered a chance to meet the resident sheep, goats, donkey, pony and horse which made for a memorable welcome. We had only booked for an overnight stay on a longer journey and were sorry to leave.

Disliked There is nothing to dislike about this site.

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Incredibly friendly, animals everywhere, lovely communal room and loos

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Victoria l.

Pixies non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch

Liked Couldn't have be made to feel more welcome! A cold evening solved by a warm communal room with interesting chat and a space to cook. Thanks to Ken and Michelle for creating such a lovely place

Disliked Nothing

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Excellent site with clean facilities and lots to do for little ones.

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Scott H.

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Amazing facilities including a chill out area with plenty toys/pool table/ping pong table and a very welcoming experience from the owners. My daughter was shown all the animals, had a donkey ride and had the best time. We absolutely loved this site and our first trip away in our campervan, would recommend to anyone. We will most certainly be returning in summer time.

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We absolutly loved it here. Pitches…

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Ash C.

Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked We absolutly loved it here. Pitches are very well looked after and you get your own little picnic bench. Paul the animal handler was amazing. Kids loved Ray the Donkey! Cannot wait to come back again in a few weeks time. Beautiful area with a stunning view.

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I popped it above! Great place to visit and we would highly recommend!

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Anonymous

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Liked Everything - easy to get to (despite the heavy snowfall the day before), it was off a main road but not close enough to hear the noise from the road, which we love! The site was well maintained, increadibly peaceful, lovely hosts - who kindly let our boys ride the donkey! The site is small so perfect for those who just want peace and quiet. Beautiful views! The games room and kitchen was a massive hit with the children!! Lovely shower and clean bathrooms!

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Lovely little site with great facilities.

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Nigel H.

Rayhans Rigg electric grass and gravel touring pitch (super)

Liked A lovely little site and a friendly welcome. The toilet and shower are excellent and spotlessly clean, and it also has a small lounge/kitchen.

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Lovely big enclosed fully serviced pitch…

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Julie C.

Barkers Bay fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked Lovely big enclosed fully serviced pitch perfect to keep our dog in. Fantastic location with walks from the door. Great having the animals on site and just over the fence from us. Beautiful clean warm toilets and showers.

Disliked Absolutely nothing to dislike

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Everything absolutely amazing red hot shower…

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Angela M.

Pixies non-electric hardstanding and grass campervan pitch

Liked Everything absolutely amazing red hot shower very clean
Checky little stop over would definitely return felt like family xxxx

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Features

Dogs 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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Bonners Lodge

Waskerley

Consett

Co. Durham

England

DH8 9HW

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

54,80154°N
1,89601°W

Route directions

When you turn off the A68 follow the road until you see a stone house in front of you. Follow the road around to the left and the site is 300 yards on the right.

Nearest transport

Coach
20,4 km Bus Station
21,6 km South Burns Stand K
25,5 km Newcastle-upon-Tyne: Coach Stn, St James Blvd
Rail
8,4 km Wolsingham Rail Station
9,4 km Frosterley Rail Station
9,5 km Stanhope Rail Station
Ferry
35,7 km Newcastle International Ferry Terminal
36,5 km South Shields Ferry Terminal
36,7 km North Shields Ferry Terminal
Airport
28,8 km Newcastle International Airport
44 km 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

Make the most of your rural location by getting your walking boots on or taking to your bike to hit the trails that crisscross this scenic area. Getting to the Waskerley Way requires you only to cross one adjacent field, and then you can join this route across the moors, past the Waskerley and Smiddy Shore reservoirs and to Hownsgill Viaduct, towering 46 metres above the woodland canopy. Other fab walks can be had around Derwent Reservoir, 20 minutes away; you can dangle a rod into the water here too, to see if you can snag one of the lake’s trout (rumour has it they can weigh up to 20lb). Cyclists, meanwhile, can find some top routes at Hamsterley Forest 25 minutes away, or get their pulses racing on the downhill tracks at Descend Bike Park (25 minutes). For family-friendly attractions, head to Hall Hill Farm 15 minutes away, for lots of furry adventures riding the donkeys, feeding the llamas and watching the sheep race, or take a trip on the steam trains of Weardale Railway, 25 minutes away. Within the same distance is the famed Beamish open air museum: bag 25% discount tickets for this before setting off from the Bonners Lodge team. Also 25 minutes away is Diggerland Durham, where kids of all ages (even ones who sometimes claim to be grownups) can drive lots of different vehicles… and take lots of pics of them doing so too.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Seaham Hall Beach 35,9 km Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Seaham Beach 36,1 km Sea N/AGoodExcellentExcellent
Roker - Sunderland 36,7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seaburn - Sunderland 37,1 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
South Shields 38,1 km Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Gibside 16,7 km

Prudhoe Castle 18,4 km

George Stephenson's Birthplace 20,7 km

Durham Castle 20,7 km

Durham Cathedral 20,7 km

National Trust

Gibside 16,8 km

Cherryburn 17,4 km

Holy Jesus Hospital 26,3 km

Washington Old Hall 26,7 km

Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 33,3 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Waskerley, Castleside and Horsleyhope 1,6 km

Tunstall Reservoir 3,9 km

Derwent Gorge and Muggleswick Woods Circular 7,1 km

Edmundbyers Common 7,3 km

Wolsingham and Tunstall Reservoir 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Bonners Lodge have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Bonners Lodge dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Bonners Lodge? Make the most of your rural location by getting your walking boots on or taking to your bike to hit the trails that crisscross this scenic area. Getting to the Waskerley Way … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Bonners Lodge?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Bonners Lodge? From R491,65 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.