Reviews
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The Buckleys (Club member) said...
This is a lovely peaceful site that is situated next to the South Tyne. There are 50 pitches with a mix of hardstanding and grass pitches. Although its a small site the facilites are very good. There is a small shop, laundry room and very clean & warm toilets and showers which are free. The dog walk was wonderful and Ailsa really enjoyed the large pool that she could swim in. The Wallace Arms is a short walk away and a lovely pub with good food and it welcomes dogs. There are loads of sights to see a short drive away. The site appeals to older couples but families would struggle as there is no childrens play area and ball games arent allowed on site. This suited us down to the ground though. All in all highly recommended.
DATE STAYED: April 2012
RECOMMENDED: 
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
moh (Club member) said...
Had a lovely break there, the only thing that spoilt it was the condition of the road round the site. It was like a mud bath with potholes in it. There was a pile of stone in a corner of the site, but it was not used to fill the potholes in. The area in front of the reception/amenities block never dried out as it got no sun, this meant mud was trailed into the toilets etc. The pitches in the centre or on the river bank are best, they get most of the sunshine. The pitches under the trees got none at all. We would go again once the drainage problem is sorted out.
DATE STAYED: September 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Secluded
Peter & Shirley & Tilly the dog (Club member) said...
We have stayed at the site 3 times now,but this was the first time in 12 months. It is still as nice as it was the first time we went,the site managers are excellent & very friendly & helpful.The site is 1st class for dog owners,with excellent riverside walks.The Wallace Arms is a very dog friendly pub only a short drive or walk from the site,the food is good & not over priced, the landlord and staff are excellent. In Haltwhistle there is a very good cafe called The Old Fort which serves good food & an excellent All Day Breakfast a good fish & Chip shop The Black Bull pub lets dogs in.Its a very good area for walking,at least 3 of which follow the old railway line,one to a fantastic viaduct,there are leaflets at the club site or the very helpful Tourist office in Haltwhistle. The site is more of a " Hideaway site " & very very peaceful just the place for a relaxing break.will be going again soon!
DATE STAYED: September 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Secluded
Sheepskin Stu (Club member) said...
A very pleasant site in an area of outstanding beauty. The staff were really friendly and helpful. Top quality fish and chips at Oceans in Haltwhistle. Not much in the local area. Went to the Wallace Arms for evening meal. Nice little pub but food was mediocre considering how many people had reserved a table. Some great cycling routes but very hilly. The South Tyne cycle trail is a frustrating experience due to the many gates and bizarre diversions.
DATE STAYED: September 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Mr & Mrs Fox (Club member) said...
We initially only booked for 7nts but the weather was superb so we stayed for 10! The staff were friendly and were able to extend our stay, even though it was over the Royal Wedding and Bank Holiday.What a peaceful and tranquil setting here, the sound from the woodpeckers was right on cue every evening around 6pm, you can see them in the woods if you're lucky as they are well camouflaged! Very picturesque here alongside the river.Fortunately we were at the very end of the site, so didn't experience much noise from the generator. Showers and facilities could do with a little update, but are very hot, powerful and clean. Hadrians Wall is nearby to explore and there are loads of walks and cycle tracks too, and there's a pub across the field which serves food too. Not much for children to do though, I think this site's best suited for adults. We will definitely like to stay here again, maybe when the bluebells are out as we were just a little too early. Very enjoyable, relaxing stay. Thank you.
DATE STAYED: April 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Sue and Andrew (Club member) said...
What a fabulous site, so quite and peaceful. Although this part of the world is limited to Roman ruins, the scenery is gorgeous. There are plenty of walks from and around the site but be aware they can be steep in places. The site itself is great and even if the facilities are dated they are kept very clean. I for one hope they keep their open air washing up sinks, so nice to look across the site whilst doing a mundane chore. Would certainly go again
DATE STAYED: August 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
The Allsopps (Club member) said...
We spent a very pleasant week here in late July and it is an excellent location for exloring the local area, particularly for walking the Wall.
The site staff were friendly and helpful and made us welcome with plenty fo advice on where to eat, shop and get to public transport.
There's not much here for kids, with the result that there weren't many. Perfect if you like it quiet (we do!), but our 14 year-old was at a bit of a loose end.
Toilet and shower facilities were clean and functional, if a little run down, and there was always plenty of hot water. If you pitch too close to the shower blocks there is a constant unpleasant smell from the drains and a background hum from the generator, but these are minor niggles, really. Also you are next to a river and under trees so it can get a bit midgy in the evenings, but that's just part of being outside.
All in all, we had a very nice time and we will be going back.
DATE STAYED: August 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Matt and Lisa (Club member) said...
The staff where brilliant and very welcoming. The area was of outstanding beauty. Fortunately we didn't take our children with us, as they would definitely have wanted to die of boredom. Although, we enjoyed walking the dogs. Basically if you love walking all day and you're not bothered about all weather conditions then you'll enjoy this place.
DATE STAYED: July 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED: 
SUITABLE FOR: Peaceful break
LOCATION: Secluded
robert (Club member) said...
Great site for history buffs,walking and cycling. For the latter the South Tyne Trail is close and going south to the viaduct and beyond is well worth it. The site has its drawbacks. The toilet block is up the the usual C&CC standards of cleanliness but nevertheless is past its sell by date. There is a sewage odour outside the block and the generator has an annoying hum for tent users pitched nearby.
DATE STAYED: June 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Active break
LOCATION: Secluded
john morley (Club member) said...
very nice site in secluded location wardens very friendly and helpful, good dog walk, the new hardstanding pitches were well thought of, and facilities kept clean and tidy
DATE STAYED: July 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Olibobs (Club member) said...
This campsite was a perfect little gem in the heart of Northumberland. Haltwhistle was a few miles from the site but a very good flat walk via the old railway lines. The locl pub The Wallace Arms which was about a good 10-15min walk was not only everything u would expect from a country pub but very friendly and the food was second to none. Overall i would rate this site as excellent, the faciltiies were in tip top condition and the staff were great. I would return to Haltwhistle without a second glance it was fab. I personally would not recommend to people who like a bit going on or families as it is secluded with limited events going on.
DATE STAYED: May 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
W Russell (Club member) said...
We spent Easter break at Haltwhistle & what a joy it was, As we don't have kids we had been dreading the easter break but we hit lucky & there was only a couple of families. The site is basic & not much for kids on site. The view out to the river Tyne is lovely and the walking in the area is great. Haltwhistle town has everything you need. Site wardens very friendly & helpful. Toilet block very clean however could be a little bigger..Please also be ready for the steep hill in & out of the club site & the older hard standing pitches very dusty (or muddy in the rain). Will deffently visit again.
DATE STAYED: April 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
TERRY MANN (Club member) said...
THE MOST RELAXING WEEK FOR YEARS - WORKING IN A STRESSFUL ENVIRONMENT 7 DAYS A WEEK IT WAS JUST HEAVEN - ON ARRIVAL THE GOOD LADY BOOKING US IN MADEA COMMENT THAT THE ONLY THING THAT WILL WAKE YOU UP IS THE BIRDS SINGING - HOW RIGHT SHE WAS PEACEFUL TO THE POINT OF HEAVEN - MY DADAND MYSELF THANK ALL 4 OF YOU FOR PEACE AND QUIET XX
DATE STAYED: June 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Secluded
Nicky (Club member) said...
We stayed here for two nights and the managers could not have been more helpful when our campervan broke down and had to be rescued by the AA. We had to come home by rental car and the site managers held our keys until the AA picked the van up - thank you so much for all your help!
DATE STAYED: June 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
G.Tomlison (Club member) said...
As a caravan user for more than 4 decades and a user of mainly cls I found this larger site exellent for our needs as it is not to big and it was the nearest to where we wanted to be. the Welcome we had from the site managers was again exellent and they explained everything we wanted to know about for our stay. the setting for this site was a delight, you are greeted by lovely bird songs from quite a lot of different species and the countryside around is breathtaking. Thanks to the site managers for a lovely stay.
DATE STAYED: June 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Norman and Wendy Evans (Club member) said...
Nice welcome. Located alongside a river and surrounded by trees. Facilities are basic but clean and well maintained.All staff nice and helpful Idea location for those who are interested in the Roman occupation of the UK. 30 minutes from Carlisle, a must to visit.
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Secluded
Zoe mckegney said...
The site was excellent the staff where excellent especially Jim Ellis who went above and beyond as this was our second trip in our caravan a few teething problems but Jim was excellent.
The walks are beautiful around the campsite very peaceful and tranqual. Will return in a flash fantastic.
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Lake
David and Maureen (Club member) said...
What a lovely site. There was no-one on site to greet us on arrival but the instructions left were first class.
The dog walk next to the site was perfect for our energetic dog, she just loved it.
The views from site are fantastic too and we could have sat by the river all day.
The facilities were good and very clean.
The only downside to this site is the electricity generator. If you are in a tent it's like like trying to sleep with someone mowing the grass all night. It was turned off for a short time during our stay and what a difference. You could only hear the birds and the river. Sadly, that only lasted about 30 minutes.
Despite this i'm sure we'll return soon.
DATE STAYED: April 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
James (Club member) said...
Very good site warm welcome. Not much for kids but very peacefull. Would come again the toilets and showers were kept to a very high standard. My dog loved it. The hardstanding pitch is quite muddy so next time i will ask for a grass stand.
DATE STAYED: April 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples
LOCATION: Country
Alison & Oliver Smith (Club member) said...
We have come up to Northumberland to do some walking and picked this site due to its proximity to Hadrian's Wall.
On arrival to the site we were greeted by friendly wardens. Our hardstanding pitch has views over the river Tyne and the site is peaceful and relaxing.
We would highly recommend this site to all campers and, apart from the fairly steep access, are unsure why its not open all year round.
The scenery during winter must be amazing!
DATE STAYED: October 2010
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Peaceful break
LOCATION: Secluded
Roger (Club member) said...
First time on a club site and very impressed. Clean site and good pitch space. Great welcome at reception and caravning neighbours who offered us a cup of tea whilst we put the tent up in the rain !
Good location for visiting Hadrians wall and museums and for heading out west to Gretna Green.
We even tried the outdoor pool at Haltwhistle
DATE STAYED: August 2010
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
john & nicky (Club member) said...
First time visit already booked for 2nd one, really nice quiet site to relax, our dog liked the dog area and paddling in river, friendly staff.
DATE STAYED: August 2010
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
