Durham campsites
Known for its iconic cathedral which was filmed in the Harry Potter blockbusters, Durham is a must-see. Aside from that, the adventure trail at Broom House Farm will be a huge hit with the kids, there are walks in the surrounding hills and a pretty riverside castle. Take a look at one of these Durham campsites below.
24 Durham campsites
Bankfoot Camping
Stocksfield, Northumberland (18.5 miles)
4.81 /5
20 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly camping and glamping with spectacular sunrises and views down to the Tyne Valley.
Hewn Yorkshire
Richmond, North Yorkshire (20.6 miles)
4.79 /5
30 reviews
97%
would recommend
Adult only ensuite glamping pods with wood-fired hot tubs nestled on the edge of Richmond. Dogs welcome!
Thorpe Farm Centre
Barnard Castle, County Durham (21.8 miles)
4.34 /5
31 reviews
74%
would recommend
On the A66, a convenient family friendly park with spacious pitches. Café, playground and heritage woodland.
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Finchale Abbey Touring Park
Durham, County Durham (3.5 miles)
Adult-only touring park offering peace and tranquillity within easy reach of historic Durham City.
West Hall Glamping
Witton Gilbert, Durham, County Durham (4.3 miles)
A taste of real luxury - ensuite pods with hot tubs near Durham, nearby cafe and farm shop. Dog friendly too!
Strawberry Hill Farm Camping and Caravan Park
Old Cassop, Durham, County Durham (5.2 miles)
Family run camping and caravan park in beautiful countryside with onsite tea room and just a few miles from Durham.
Sharpley Camping
Seaton, Seaham, County Durham (8.4 miles)
Level pitches just 10 mins from Durham, handy for the Coast to Coast route. Pods with fire pits and hot tubs too!
The Gables Pod Camping
Escomb, Bishop Auckland, County Durham (9.8 miles)
Perfectly formed small adult only glamping site offering rest and relaxation in pods near the North Pennines AONB.
Donnewell Farm Certificated Location
Sedgefield, County Durham (10.7 miles)
A members only, small family friendly space, in easy reach of the A1 and yet on a car free lane with cycling.
West Wood Glamping
Burnopfield, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear (11.5 miles)
Enjoy access to Gibside and stay in cosy glamping accommodation with your own hot tub. Great countryside views too!
The Hammer and Pincers Caravan and Camping Site
Newton Aycliffe, County Durham (11.6 miles)
Dog friendly pub camping with campfires, set in reach of Darlington, Bishop Auckland and Durham via the A1.
High Farm Holiday Park
Bishop Auckland, County Durham (11.8 miles)
Luxury glamping, touring and camping holiday park in County Durham with great facilities. Great for nature lovers.
Hagg Hill Retreat Shepherd's Hut
Winlaton Mill, Tyne and Wear (12.9 miles)
Beautiful shepherd's hut in an idyllic countryside setting in the heart of the Derwent Valley.
Countryview Campsite
Bolam, Darlington, County Durham (13.1 miles)
A cosy pub campsite with a carvery, kids menu and takeaway. Family friendly and ideal for Hamsterley Forest.
Hidden Retreat Glamping
Consett, County Durham (13.6 miles)
Two luxury glamping pods with private hot tubs, situated in a rural setting on the banks of the River Derwent.
Ashfield Caravan Park
Dalton Piercy, Hartlepool, County Durham (15 miles)
Family friendly touring with a games room, bar and picnic area, in reach of Durham and the Tees Valley.
Weardale Retreat
Wolsingham, Bishop Auckland, County Durham (15.2 miles)
Luxury adult-only ensuite shepherd's hut with a hot tub on a working farm in the North Pennines AONB. Dogs welcome!
Bolbec Manor Campsite
Shotley Bridge, Northumberland (16.3 miles)
A moorland site by the North Pennines AONB and Derwent Reservoir. Pub next door and campfires allowed.
Sandhaven Holiday Park
South Shields, Tyne and Wear (17 miles)
Pitch up moments from the Blue Flag beach and vibrant South Shields at this dog and family friendly park.
Derwent View
Edmundbyers, Consett, County Durham (18.1 miles)
Heated pods with hot tubs on the shores of the Derwent Reservoir in the North Pennines, with superb views.
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Things to do in Durham
Picturesque and ancient, this cathedral city is County Durham is looped by the River Wear and has more than its fair share of great architecture sprinkled within its streets.
Not to be missed is Durham Cathedral - take in the stunning architecture and climb the ancient tower of one of the most breath taking cathedrals in England. It dates all the way back to 995AD and has really stood the test of time. Grab a look at the Rose Window with its beautiful stained glass design.
From there you need to have a good shufti at Durham Castle which, combined with the cathedral, forms a World Heritage Site. Built almost a thousand years ago, the castle is steeped in fascinating history. Sign up for a tour and have a good nosey at the collections of art, armour and memorabilia.
History buffs will be glad to hear an original copy of the Magna Carta is in place at the Palace Green Library in Durham University, kept safely under lock and key, and from there you can have a wander of the university's Oriental Museum.
All that time indoors might leave you needing a spot of fresh air, so come and enjoy 25 beautiful acres at the Durham Botanic Garden. It's charming at any time of year with a lovely visitor centre and family friendly trails.
If you are willing to travel a little outside the city a trip to see the majestic birds of prey at Walworth Castle Birds of Prey Centre is an exciting day out. An hour's drive to the south west is the stunning High Force Waterfall which, combined with some fantastic walks in the surrounding hills, makes for a superb day out too.