Bolam Lake Camping Paddock
Bolam Lake Camping Paddock
4.91 /5
Please note that this site doesn't provide showers and so guests must bring their own facilities if required.
Situated opposite a picturesque county park, Bolam Lake Camping Paddock offers a relaxing almost wild camping stay just 25 minutes from Newcastle. This dog and family-friendly site offers non electric grass tent pitches surrounded by beautiful farmland. Within 30 minutes of the Northumberland Coast and Hadrian's Wall, you will also be in a prime location for days out!
Almost wild camping on a peaceful family and dog friendly site in the heart of the Northumberland
Situated opposite Bolam Lake Country Park with lakeside walks, canoeing, fishing and a cafe
Within 30 minutes of Newcastle, Hadrian's Wall, the coast and Northumberland National Park
About Bolam Lake Camping Paddock
Surrounded by stunning countryside, this almost-wild camping site offers a true back-to-basics stay where campers can simply relax and enjoy the outdoors. Opposite a beautiful country park, guests will have easy access to stunning walks, fishing, and canoeing. The off-grid site is situated in the heart of Northumberland with just 12 non allocated grass pitches, each without electric and suitable for tents only. Each pitch allows up to six people with space for a gazebo if you're wanting some additional shade. Wake up in peaceful paddocks surrounded by beautiful countryside and woodland, and even be greeted by the friendly neighbouring horses who are always happy to say hello! BBQs are allowed so make sure you bring your burgers with you, and don't forget your chef's apron. Four-legged friends are also welcome to join you for your stay, with up to two allowed per pitch. This is a Wanderlust Camping Club certificated site so guests must be a member, so please add this when booking.
Bolam Lake Camping Paddock is open from 29/03 to 26/10 in 2024 and from 18/04 to 25/10 in 2025.
The site facilities include regularly cleaned portable toilets and washing-up facilities. Please note, there are no showers onsite.
There are great pubs nearby including the Ox Inn, the Dyke Neuk, the Beresford Arms and the Tomahawk Steakhouse, all within a ten minute drive.
For stocking up on supplies, there is a village shop just five minutes away in Belsay, or Ponteland is a ten minute drive away with a supermarket and a selection of pubs, cafés, restaurants and takeaways. Morpeth is a 20 minute drive and has a Lidl and Morrisons.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilet
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
WiFi
There are 14 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
12 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches without electric suitable for tents only. All unallocated in a spacious field.
Other accommodation
2 x Non Electric Grass Campervan Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches without electric suitable for campervans only. All unallocated in a spacious field.
4.91 /5
97%
would recommend
Amazing stay with amazing staff
Recommends site
Sophie C
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Staff greet you as you enter, they offered a camp fire and chairs, they were very friendly. It was a nice and quite little site, with horses in the surrounding fields, we could hear birds of prey in the night. The night sky was so clear, we got to watch a meteor shower which was an experience I will never forget. We will be back soon.
Site's response
Thanks so much for sharing your feedback and we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. We are located in a lovely part of Northumberland, which is great for our guests who enjoy the peace of the countryside, the wildlife and the dark skies. Thank you for staying with us and we hope that you visit again very soon.
Much needed night away with my children
Recommends site
Ashleigh F
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Everything and more about this beautiful campsite and surroundings. From before arrival, during and leaving everything felt very welcoming. Can't wait to go back. Ashleigh.
Site's response
Thank you for sharing your feedback and we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. It's great to have a break and just relax and enjoy time together. Thanks for staying with us and we hope to meet you all again very soon.
Off grid camping with excellent customer service
Recommends site
Andrea S
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Wonderful memories made, in a beautiful location, with fantastic hosts. David and Jill made our first experience of camping without a hook-up amazing. They could not have done anymore! Always willing to be of help: from David building our camp fire to answering my pre-schooler's constant questions and allowing us to check out later than we should. They made every effort to ensure our stay was as comfortable and easy as possible. The cleanliness of the site was pristine, every care taken to ensure toilets and kitchen facilities were immaculate at all times. We initially booked for 2 nights but increased our stay to 3 as we were having such a fabulous time. I would highly recommend this site and will definitely be returning next summer.
Site's response
Thanks so much for sharing your great feedback as it's so helpful to us as we aim to improve what we offer and to other guests who may be looking to book a site that suits their needs. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all and we are so pleased that you enjoyed your first 'off grid' camping trip. We look forward to meeting you all again next summer. Thank you and best wishes.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Newcastle Upon Tyne area
With Bolam Lake Country Park opposite the site, there is plenty to keep you busy without even having to get in the car. The park offers stunning walking trails, a bird hide, canoeing and fishing.
The beautiful Northumberlandia landform sculpture is also just a 25 minute drive away. This unique attraction shows a lady rising out from the earth with miles of footpaths for you to follow.
For a day out at the beach, Blyth Beach (35 minutes) offers a beautiful sandy shore with stunning blue waters, perfect for a dip in the sea. You can grab a fish and chips or bring your four-legged friends for a walk in the designated dog area.
Belsay village is just a five minute drive away with a great village shop that sells all of the essentials and lots of local produce too. Belsay also has a lovely coffee shop and Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens is a great place for a morning or afternoon out.
If you enjoy walking, well, there's no shortage of great trails, including several routes that start from the campsite to explore more of the stunning countryside. Bolam is also popular with cyclists - a perfect location to explore the many routes for beginners and more experienced cyclists too.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Whitehouse Farm Centre (20 minutes)
- Northumberland Zoo (25 minutes)
- Corbridge Roman Town - Hadrian's Wall (30 minutes)
- Discovery Museum (35 minutes)
- National Trust - Wallington Hall (5 minutes), Cragside (30 minutes) and Cherryburn (35 minutes)
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