Barnard Castle campsites
Watched over by the gently sleeping ruins of of their namesake, these Barnard Castle campsites invite you to start your journey around the Durham Dales with a nostalgic town. Here walkers along the Teesdale Way are made very welcome. Duck into the Bowes Museum for any culture vultures or just enjoy stunning nature in the Eggleston Hall Gardens. Barnard Castle camping is the perfect base for your journey around the Dales.
12 Barnard Castle campsites
Thorpe Farm Centre
Barnard Castle, County Durham (3.7 miles)
On the 166, this convenient family friendly park offers spacious pitches. Cafe, playground and animal sanctuary!
4.35 /5
Wigwam Holidays Forcett Grange
Richmond, North Yorkshire (8.7 miles)
Adult only ensuite glamping pods with wood fired hot tubs nestled on the edge of Richmond. Dogs welcome!
4.78 /5
Barnard Castle Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Barnard Castle, County Durham (1.7 miles)
Barnard Castle is the nearest town to this lovely site, which is a very peaceful spot for exploring Teesdale.
Hill Top Huts
Eggleston, County Durham (6 miles)
A range of glamping pods in the heart of Teesdale with onsite bar and restaurant and dog friendly options.
Hillcrest Park
Caldwell, Richmond, North Yorkshire (6.7 miles)
A quiet, dog-friendly site in Teesdale with pitches, pods and cottages offering beautiful views. Adult only.
Leekworth Caravan and Camping Park
Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham (7.9 miles)
Family run camping and touring, set beside the North Pennines AONB and River Tees for excellent fishing.
The Quirky Quarry
Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle, County Durham (9.5 miles)
An en-suite shepherd's hut in a quiet, scenic location within the North Pennines. Close to the Pennine Way.
High Farm Holiday Park
Bishop Auckland, County Durham (9.8 miles)
Luxury glamping, touring and camping holiday park in County Durham with great facilities. Great for nature lovers.
Countryview Campsite
Bolam, Darlington, County Durham (10.6 miles)
A cosy pub campsite with a carvery, kids menu and takeaway. Family friendly and ideal for Hamsterley Forest.
Orchard Caravan Park
Reeth, North Yorkshire (11 miles)
Riverside, dog friendly camping, touring and glamping in Reeth - your base for the Yorkshire Dales and Swaledale.
Tan Hill Inn
Richmond, North Yorkshire (11.9 miles)
Famously known as the highest pub in the UK, camping here is set on the Pennine Way and within the Yorkshire Dales.
The Gables Pod Camping
Escomb, Bishop Auckland, County Durham (12 miles)
Perfectly formed small adult only glamping site offering rest and relaxation in pods near the North Pennines AONB.
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Things to do in Barnard Castle
The market town of Barnard Castle is located in Teesdale within County Durham. Fascinating architecture and a world-class art museum are just a few of the excellent attractions to discover here.
One of the main attractions in the town and not to be missed is the superb Bowes Museum. The museum houses fantastic collections of European art within an impressive 19th century French château.
Sightseers are also sure to be tempted by the attractive ruins of Barnard Castle and the wonderful views from the ruins over the Tees Gorge. Visitors who are keen to combine a lovely walk with more architectural attractions can stroll from the castle ruins to the picturesque ruins of Egglestone Abbey which is around two miles away.
In addition, beautiful Flatts Wood is a lovely place for nature lovers and walkers to explore. Visitors who love live entertainment can enjoy a range of shows at the Witham, including theatre, music and comedy events.
The town has a variety of shops to explore, with a number of pubs and restaurants to relax in afterwards. Visitors can also see the 18th century building known as the Market Cross or Butter Mart while exploring the town.
Nearby places that are great attractions to visit too include Eggleston Hall Gardens, High Force Waterfall and the stunning North Pennines AONB. Also well worth exploring nearby is grand Raby Castle and the market town of Darlington.