Folks on the Hill

View prices & book 9.3 94 reviews
Views of Carlingford mountains
Views of carlingford mountains
Views across the lough
Carlingford lough
Electric pitches
Local beach
View of the bay
The site is right next to the beach
The mourne mountains
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Views across the lough
Carlingford lough
Electric pitches

  • Family campsite with spectacular Carlingford Lough views, County Down
  • Mourne Mountains 15 minutes’ drive; Rostrevor Forest Park 20 minutes
  • Basics shop and pool room; Cranfield Beach accessed directly from site
Folks on the Hill campsite in County Down is set on an elevated spot with views over Carlingford Lough to the Mourne Mountains. Crescent-shaped Cranfield Beach is a couple of minutes’ walk from the grass pitches. There is a shop and pool room at the entrance of the site. Facilities on site are basic but clean, and include a couple of toilets, an electric shower and a kitchen where guests can prep their own food.

Site type

Tent pitches 29
Open now
Opens 16 May
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 16 May to

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Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 94 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Spectacular scenery

99% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

Spectacular views, close to beach & amenities. Friendly owner praised. Facilities clean/basic; needs more loos/showers. Peaceful, spacious site for a simple getaway. Shower temps & signage issues noted.

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Fantastic location. The views are amazing…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Fantastic location. The views are amazing

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site with clean facilities and decent ground 👌

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Conor M.

Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Great little campsite! I brought my girlfriend here for her first camping trip, and she absolutely loved it—we’re actually heading back again this weekend 😊. The toilets were clean, and there’s a shop just five minutes from the site. The beach is about the same distance, and if you need to pop into town, Kilkeel and Asda aren’t far either. The views are amazing—ocean on one side and mountains on the other. Just a tip: bring a mallet, as the ground can be pretty hard 😂.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Really nice and clean place .…

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Ewa S.

Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Really nice and clean place . Lovely view very close to the beach, shop and chip shop

Disliked Light in toilets hasn't been working at night.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely scenery Shop just minutes away…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely scenery
Shop just minutes away
Beach minutes away
Owner of site very helpful & friendly
Toilets immaculate
Site immaculate

Disliked Shower

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great place and views. Brian keeps…

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Kylie P.

Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Great place and views. Brian keeps the site clean and tidy. Been 2 weeks in a row kids love it.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very nice place

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked It was very nice experience we was very happy. Beautiful place and nice hosts. Toilets and showers all working good. I can recommend that place to all camping enthusiasts.

Disliked A bit noisy young campers, partying until late at night

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Clean facilities, friendly owners, definitely recommend

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Andrew H.

Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The stunning view, the space between each tent, the walk along the beach and the quietness

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with great views around.

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Vytautas L.

Electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Views and one more time views. One of the best views around. They keep improving. Every time I come here they have something better for campers. Love this spot.

Disliked Minor thing. Some areas mot leveled. But for experienced camper thsts no problem.

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Very clean facilities, friendly host, always kept clean and tidy

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Third time staying here amazing campsite wouldn’t camp anywhere else Views are incredible and a beach close by, a shop a few footsteps away all over amazing experience.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site for beach ) very basic tho but it was nice family site )

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely spot views gorgeous

Disliked Toilets are portable loo only 2 off them not very clean and one shower

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

No dogs allowed

Pop-up campground

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access 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 Picnic table 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 No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery

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

Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campground

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Folks on the Hill

5

Cranfield Road

Kilkeel

Co. Down

Northern Ireland

BT34 4LQ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

54.02685°N
6.0616°W

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: - Carlingford Lough Ferry (cruise the lough): five minutes’ drive - Kilkeel Golf Club: 10 minutes - Mourne Park House (heritage building): 10 minutes - Mourne Mountains: 15 minutes - Eagle Mountain (walking trail): 15 minutes - Silent Valley Mountain Park: 15 minutes - Rostrevor Forest Park (mountain bike trails): 20 minutes - Tollymore Forest Park (walks and follies): half an hour.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Cranfield (Cranfield Bay) 0.7 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Shelling Hill/Templetown 7.6 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Newcastle 23.8 km Sea N/AN/AN/AN/A
Port, Lurganboy 25.7 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Murlough Co. Down 26.4 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

National Trust

Derrymore House 27.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

CARLINGFORD LOUGH ISLANDS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/02/1996) 2.2 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.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Folks on the Hill have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Folks on the Hill dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Folks on the Hill? Local attractions and activities include: - Carlingford Lough Ferry (cruise the lough): five minutes’ drive - Kilkeel Golf Club: 10 minutes - Mourne Park House (heritage building): 10 minutes - Mourne Mountains: … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Folks on the Hill?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Folks on the Hill? From R472 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.