Woodcroft Farm

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View of the cabins (added by manager 25 Oct 2022)

View of the cabins

Firepit and picnic table

Private cabins

Kitchen area with electric hob, combi microwave/oven, fridge freezer, kettle and toaster

Cabin interior

Camping pod interior

Cabin interior

Interior of the elder pod

Firepit and picnic table

Private cabins

Kitchen area with electric hob, combi microwave/oven, fridge freezer, kettle and toaster

Luxury cabins featured on Robson Green's Weekend Escapes
Hamsterley Forest 20 minutes’ drive; Durham 35 minutes
Firepit, fully equipped kitchen and ensuite shower room

For a taste of a simpler life (but not so simple that you’d have to forgo any luxuries, of course…), you can take yourself on a glamping break to Woodcroft Farm, a five-minute drive from the County Durham villages of Frosterley and Stanhope, in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. At this traditional hill livestock farm (run by the same family since 1947), you’ll be staying in a luxury cabin with a blond-wood interior that gives it a modern and clean Scandinavian vibe. Cosy and cleverly designed, the accommodation has a comfy bed and ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and heated towel rail. (By the way, there’s no need to weigh yourself down with bed linen and towels either, as you can hire them on site.) The kitchenette comes with all you might need to keep your family fed. Alternatively, you can start the firepit (provided) and devour your meals alfresco. Having said that, though, you’re meant to be on holiday, right? So you might just want to hit one of several local pubs for a home-made meal. The site owners will be happy to help with suggestions on the best walks, starting with the Weardale Way, which passes right through the farm. Or you can drive to Slitt Wood (15 minutes’ drive), a former mining area that’s now been given over to nature, with small waterfalls and wooded trails where you might spot redstarts and dippers. For those who are into angling, the site has its own stretch of private fishing on the River Wear (a licence is required), and there are also several well-stocked lakes in the vicinity, such as Derwent Reservoir Fisheries (20 minutes).

Site type

3

Open all year

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

Firepit and picnic table

Elder camping pod (no pets)

4 people maximum

No dogs allowed

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Dimensions: 3.5m width x 6.5m length (11.5ft width x 21.3ft length) Calculated area: 22.8m² (244.9ft²)

4 people maximum

No dogs allowed

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Please bring your own towels.

Dimensions

3.5m width x 6.5m length (11.5ft width x 21.3ft length) Calculated area: 22.8m² (244.9ft²)

Year of manufacture: 2022

2 rooms

Open space 1 x Double bed, 1 x Double sofa/futon

Bathroom 1 x Shower, 1 x Toilet

Features

Car 1 included, 1 max.

Fridge 1 included, 1 max.

TV 1 included, 1 max.

Cooking equipment

Dining table and chairs

Electric heater(s)

Gas and electricity included

Kitchen corner or kitchenette

Outdoor furniture

Power socket(s)

Shower room with WC

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Other restrictions

No dogs allowed

Extras

Bed linen and towel hire (2 max)		£30 (£30) per stay
High chair (1 max)		£10 (£10) per stay
Travel cot (1 max)		£10 (£10) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

From £99 (£99) 1 night, 2 adults

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Exterior Hazel Log cabin

Hazel camping pod (pet friendly)

4 people maximum

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Dimensions: 3.5m width x 6.5m length (11.5ft width x 21.3ft length) Calculated area: 22.8m² (244.9ft²)

4 people maximum

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Please bring your own towels.

Dimensions

3.5m width x 6.5m length (11.5ft width x 21.3ft length) Calculated area: 22.8m² (244.9ft²)

Year of manufacture: 2022

2 rooms

Open space 1 x Double bed, 1 x Double sofa/futon

Bathroom 1 x Shower, 1 x Toilet

Features

Car 1 included, 1 max.

Fridge 1 included, 1 max.

TV 1 included, 1 max.

Central heating

Cooking equipment

Dining table and chairs

Electric heater(s)

Gas and electricity included

Kitchen corner or kitchenette

Outdoor furniture

Power socket(s)

Shower room with WC

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Extras

Bed linen and towel hire (2 max)		£30 (£30) per stay
Dog (1 max)		£15 (£15) per night
High chair (1 max)		£10 (£10) per stay
Travel cot (1 max)		£10 (£10) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

From £99 (£99) 1 night, 2 adults

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Exterior Oak Cabin

Oak camping pod (no pets)

4 people maximum

No dogs allowed

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Dimensions: 3.5m width x 6.5m length (11.5ft width x 21.3ft length) Calculated area: 22.8m² (244.9ft²)

4 people maximum

No dogs allowed

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Please bring your own towels.

Dimensions

3.5m width x 6.5m length (11.5ft width x 21.3ft length) Calculated area: 22.8m² (244.9ft²)

Year of manufacture: 2022

2 rooms

Open space 1 x Double bed, 1 x Double sofa/futon

Bathroom 1 x Shower, 1 x Toilet

Features

Car 1 included, 1 max.

Fridge 1 included, 1 max.

TV 1 included, 1 max.

Cooking equipment

Dining table and chairs

Electric heater(s)

Gas and electricity included

Kitchen corner or kitchenette

Outdoor furniture

Power socket(s)

Shower room with WC

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Other restrictions

No dogs allowed

Extras

Bed linen and towel hire (2 max)		£30 (£30) per stay
High chair (1 max)		£10 (£10) per stay
Travel cot (1 max)		£10 (£10) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

From £99 (£99) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

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Very close

Lovely interior

Inside elder

Inside elder

Private section of river across the road from the farm

Private section of river across the road from the farm

Private section of river across the road from the farm

Outside the hut

Outside the hut

Inside the hut

Outside the hut

Outside view

Outside view

Fields

Our pod

Fire pit included

Sheep in the field outside the door

Stunning view from the cabin

Wake up to this view

Would recommend purchasing fire kit from sarah

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Lovely stay. The Lodge had everything you could ask for -…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

kelly a. Sept 2024

Hazel camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked: Lovely stay. The Lodge had everything you could ask for - great bathroom, ample storage, kitchen facilities, outdoor toys for the kids, fire pit and fab views. Very friendly and helpful host too. We will be back.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Cute, clean, equipped, quiet, scenic cabin.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Sept 2024

Elder camping pod (no pets)

Liked: Rural farm location, beautiful scenery. Private parking near to cabins. Cute, clean, equipped accommodation. Local info helpful. Wi-fi. No TV but you really appreciate the scenery, walks, peace and sheep.

Disliked: As an older couple we found the bed a bit of a challenge.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location. Peaceful & close enough to walk into local villages.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Diane F. Sept 2024

Oak camping pod (no pets)

Liked: Great location with a nice walk in either direction to a village with pub, shop and chippy. Excellent cabin which was well furnished and spotless. Really good shower in the en-suite. Kitchenette had everything needed and there was an option for an outdoor fire pit offered at a small charge. Outdoor area perfectly laid out with picnic table and chairs. Nice and secluded with a wonderful view. Excellent secure parking. Lovely welcome on arrival and great information pack detailing local walks and amenities. Wi-Fi not really used but good mobile reception.

Disliked: A lamp would be useful rather than main ceiling lights in an evening.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A great safe and quiet break for solo's, couples or families.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Sept 2024

Oak camping pod (no pets)

Liked: Only 3 huts so would never busy. Huts slightly angled so privacy from each one. Seemed insulated as heard no noise. Great electric shower. Great amenities. WiFi and TV, if needed. Owners in nearby farm incase needed. Great secure parking. Stunning views. Plenty of walks or country attractions a short drive including villages with shops pubs takeaways etc. 2 outside chairs plus 6 seater bench and fireput bbq. Could not fault a thing.

Disliked: Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely place

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

Jeanette L. Aug 2024

Elder camping pod (no pets)

Liked: Beautifully clean and modern Quiet and peaceful

Disliked: Just a tiny thing sieve for pasta would be great

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely break away , peaceful surroundings cosy little pod

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	6

Lynne B. Aug 2024

Hazel camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked: Immaculate pod with everything you need for a few days away . Peaceful surroundings . Great communication from owner

Disliked: Poor Wi-Fi , slight unpleasant smell from bathroom

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful location. Peaceful. Perfect for a couple of nights!

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	6
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Caroline B. Aug 2024

Elder camping pod (no pets)

Liked: A peaceful setting with beautiful views down the valley. The three pods are well spaced out and angled for privacy with planting either side helping that further. Appreciated the noise reduction rules that apply to maintain the sense of tranquility for all. Well equipped pod with all you could need in terms of kitchen equipment, bedding, towels etc. Immaculately clean inside.

Disliked: I understand why, but the mattresses on the beds were quite thin making it a very hard to sleep. Would be handy to have soap provided in the bathroom. This isn’t something that folk tend to bring with them. No comfortable seating in the pod if the weather isn’t great and you’re stuck inside watching the television. The curvature of the walls due to the design of the pod is the limiting factor here which I appreciate.

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We had a lovely stay here. The setting is beautiful, very peaceful…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Helen C. Aug 2024

Hazel camping pod (pet friendly)

Liked: We had a lovely stay here. The setting is beautiful, very peaceful and Sarah was super helpful when we requested some logs for the fire pit. The kids loved the swingball and also the DVDs were a great touch for bedtime!! The private bit of river was great for tossing stones and we had it all to ourselves. We would definitely recommend. Thanks for a fab stay!

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Delightful location with a clean modern pod.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

Juliette C. Aug 2024

Elder camping pod (no pets)

Liked: Quiet and rural location looking out on the fields

Disliked: Slight issue with lack of eating out places nearby, but the quiet location was more important

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very tranquil with outstanding facilities

Overall	6/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Elizabeth H. Aug 2024

Oak camping pod (no pets)

Liked: The location was great for the children, they enjoyed wandering and exploring in the wood as the area was extremely safe, except for the nettles! Sarah our host was lovely, friendly and very helpful and the cabin was cosy and had everything you need.

Disliked: We brought bedding, but not quilts. Just the bedding and the children fortunately brought their own pillows

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From the manager: Thank you for your comment regarding bedding. We have made a slight modification to the listing description to hopefully avoid any future confusion. Bedding is an added extra and is priced per double bed. The hire includes duvets, pillows, covers, towels and bath mat. We do not offer the hire of duvets and pillows on their own. It's all or nothing, as some guests prefer to bring their own pillows and sleeping bags.

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 Car parking by pitch/unit 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

Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities Well-lit path

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Woodcroft Farm

Frosterley

Co. Durham

England

DL13 2TQ

Timezone

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

GPS

54.73026°N
-1.98692°W

Nearest transport

Coach

26.6 km Bus Station

30.1 km South Burns Stand K

34.8 km Washington (T&W): Galleries Bus Stn

Rail

1.5 km Frosterley Rail Station

1.8 km Stanhope Rail Station

6.7 km Wolsingham Rail Station

Ferry

45.2 km Newcastle International Ferry Terminal

46 km South Shields Ferry Terminal

46.2 km North Shields Ferry Terminal

Airport

38.5 km Newcastle International Airport

43.3 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

If you’re itching to hurl yourself down a hill on your mountain bike, Hamsterley Forest (20 minutes’ drive) is the place to go and get muddy. There are routes for most abilities here, from (relatively) gentle off-road tracks for less experienced riders to technically demanding black trails. The North Pennines have dark sky status, and you can make the most of the night sky at Grassholme Observatory (half an hour). This facility on the banks of Grassholme Reservoir holds regular events that start with an informative talk and conclude with a look through powerful telescopes. Stretching along the River Wear, the university city of Durham (35 minutes) is known for its medieval cathedral, home to splendid stained-glass windows and Harry Potter filming locations. For a breather with a scenic view of the cathedral, head to Crook Hall Gardens.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Seaham Hall Beach	43.5 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Excellent
Seaham Beach	43.6 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Excellent	Excellent
Roker - Sunderland	45.4 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Seaburn - Sunderland	45.9 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Crimdon	47.4 km	Sea	Good	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

High Force Waterfall 15.5 km

Barnard Castle 19.9 km

The Bowes Museum 21.4 km

Locomotion:The National Railway Museum at Shildon 25 km

Gibside 26.5 km

National Trust

Cherryburn 26.2 km

Gibside 26.6 km

Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 34.2 km

Washington Old Hall 35.6 km

Holy Jesus Hospital 36.1 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Stanhope - Stanhope Dene - Stanhope Burn Mine 2.3 km

Stanhope - Crookledy Crag - Stanhope 2.3 km

Circular Walk by Wolsingham 6.5 km

Wolsingham and Tunstall Reservoir 6.6 km

Tunstall Reservoir 6.8 km

Local events

Festival of Thrift (Saturday, 21 September 2024 – Saturday, 21 September 2024)
Stockton-on-Tees, England 36.2 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Changes to your holiday

Changes cannot be made once you have booked.

Safety

Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Vehicles

No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Hired accommodation

No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

General

Public areas are non-smoking.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Reception

There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

General

The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Arrivals and departures

The site will send you further check-in information 1 day(s) before your arrival.

General

This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
This site does have a catch-and-return fishing policy in place.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

General

You'll need an Environment Agency rod licence (you'll need to apply for this beforehand).

Payment terms

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Woodcroft Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Woodcroft Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Woodcroft Farm? If you’re itching to hurl yourself down a hill on your mountain bike, Hamsterley Forest (20 minutes’ drive) is the place to go and get muddy. There are routes for most abilities … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Woodcroft Farm?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 1:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Depart by: 10 a.m.

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How much does it cost to stay at Woodcroft Farm? From R2,303.78 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.