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Sycamore Cottage and Glamping Pods

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Birtley, Hexham, Northumberland

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Sycamore Cottage and Glamping Pods is set on a working farm, with outdoor baths and scenic views across Northumberland you can truly relax! The two glamping pods are fully equipped with underfloor heating, comfy beds, equipped kitchenettes, and modern ensuites. Plus, there is a glamping cabin and a holiday cottage. Head to Kielder Forest or Northumberland National Park, and spend your evenings stargazing. BBQ hut available to hire too!

Why choose Sycamore Cottage and Glamping Pods


Luxury pods with underfloor heating, dishwashers, modern ensuites and outdoor baths

Scenic countryside views towards the North Pennines AONB and fabulous dark skies from your bed!

Just 15 minutes to Hadrian's Wall, 30 minutes to Kielder and an hour to the coast

About the site


Whether you're looking for an action-packed holiday for the whole family, or a quiet romantic break for just the two of you, this site has got you covered. The pods are within a 40 minutes drive of Northumberland National Park, the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), and Hadrian's Wall, as well as having an outdoor bath, amazing dark skies, and idyllic countryside views. On this family-run farm there are two glamping pods for you to choose from, Cedar sleeps up to six guests while Willow sleeps up to four, apart from that the pods are very similar inside. There is also a glamping cabin and a holiday cottage onsite. Both pods have a double bed and a double sofa bed towards the front of the pod, and Cedar has the addition of bunk beds behind the double bed's headboard. High-quality bedding and linen is provided so there is no need to pack your own. The pods are fully insulated so that you can stay snug all year round, no matter the weather! You will also have underfloor heating to keep you cosy. There is also an arched window above the double bed so you can enjoy the amazing dark skies all tucked up! The kitchenette is fully equipped with a fridge/freezer, kitchen sink, two ring hob, microwave, toaster, and, kettle. There is even a dishwasher so you don't need to think about the dishes! You will also have a Freeview TV and WiFi. Towards the back of your pod you'll find your ensuite with a flushing toilet, a sink with vanity unit, hot water shower, and a heated towel rail. You will be provided with fluffy towels and complementary hand and body wash. You'll be provided with complementary tea, coffee, and sugar supplies, plus a welcome pack with refreshments. The pod will have cleaning products and hand sanitizer for your peace of mind. The pods also have activity packs with colouring sheets and games. Outside your pod is a spacious porch area with seating, perfect for watching the sunset or spotting your favourite constellations. There is also a grass area in front of each pod for games. Round the side of your pod you'll find a fire pit which can be hired and an outdoor bath, whether you're soaking the day away or toasting marshmallows it is the perfect way to spend your evenings! Sorry, dogs are not allowed at this site due to it's working farm location. You're welcome to hire the fire pit outside your pod, there is also a BBQ hut available to hire if you wish to cook up some burgers and sausages! Say hello to the friendly animals, or why not make the most of your farm stay and book a tour with the friendly owner and learn all about farming in Northumberland! Please note, that the site asks guests to not wander around the site unaccompanied or without permission due to farm machinery in operation.

Sycamore Cottage and Glamping Pods is open from 04/04 to 30/11 in 2025 and from 30/01 to 29/11 in 2026.


Facilities and amenities

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

(In pod)

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

(Private ensuite)

W.C. disposal

Communal BBQ

(Optional, BBQ hut)

Fires allowed

Freezer

(Private, in glamping unit)

Fridge

(Private, in glamping unit)

Glamping

Open year round

Peaceful

Wash up area

WiFi

(Included)

The pods are fully self-contained, each includes a modern ensuite with a flushing toilet and hot shower, plus an equipped kitchen area. Outside each pod is an outdoor bath tub and fire pit available to hire. You will also be provided with a family activity pack in your pod, plus complimentary cleaning products, toiletries, and tea, coffee, and sugar.

Open fires are only permitted in the raised fire pits available to hire from the site.

A BBQ hut is available to hire for a fun night in any weather.

For meals out, the closest pub is the Barrasford Arms, a ten minute drive away. Or, if you need to pick up some essentials, the nearest supermarket is a Tesco extra a 25 minute drive away, or for something smaller there is a Premier a ten minute drive from the site.

Great for couples

Great for families

Great for walkers


A note from the site themselves...

Welcome! We are Mark and Debbie, and we run Sycamore Cottage and Glamping from our Northumberland farm.

We are delighted to be able to provide you with luxury accommodation on our traditionally run family hill farm. We are third generation livestock farmers who live on the farm with our three children.

The farm is home to predominantly cows and sheep, however, there is always a dog, hen or even a pony looking over the fence or at your door to welcome you to your pod.

We are always thinking of what we could do to improve your stay with us, so don't be surprised if each stay is subtly different. In the meantime, we cannot wait to give you a big Northumbrian welcome, see you soon!


Map and address

Park address

Sycamore Cottage and Glamping Pods,

Rushey Law Farm, Birtley, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48 3JA

Coordinates

55.1041, -2.1569 | NY 89 78

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Sycamore Cottage and Glamping Pods is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 3 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Willow Ensuite Glamping Pod

Max 4 people

With a double bed and double sofa bed, underfloor heating, WiFi, and a TV. Modern ensuite with toilet, shower and towel rail. Linen and towels provided. Fully equipped kitchenette too. Outside is a porch, a fire pit for hire and outdoor bath. No dogs.

Cedar Ensuite Glamping Pod

Max 6 people

With a double bed, bunk beds and double sofa bed, heating, WiFi, and a TV. Modern ensuite with toilet, shower and towel rail. Linen and towels provided. Fully equipped kitchenette too. Outside is a porch, a fire pit for hire and outdoor bath. No dogs.


The Black Hut

The Black Hut

Sleeping up to two adults and two children over 7 with a kingsize bed and two single roll out beds. Ensuite shower room, kitchen, tv and welcome pack. Outside a log burning stove, seating and roll top bath. Sorry, no pets.

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Offers and discounts

Valid From

10/07/2025

Until

30/11/2026

Details

Stay for three or more nights and receive £75 off of your stay.

Terms

New bookings only. Subject to availability. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers or discounts.

FAQ

Check-in is from 3pm to 11pm and check-out is due by 10am on your final day.

No, sorry dogs are not accepted at this site.

Fire pits are available to hire from the site, and there is a BBQ hut for hire!

Groups are welcome, but hen and stag parties are not permitted.

There is parking beside each pod.

Yes, all of your bedding, linen, and towels are provided.

Yes, there is free WiFi onsite.

There isn't a shop onsite, but there is a Tesco extra a 25 minute drive away, or a Premier a ten minute drive from the site for something smaller.

There isn't a restaurant or cafe onsite, but there is a pub a ten minute drive away for a bite to eat. The site also offers BBQ packs and grazing platters as optional extras.

There is a bus stop a 30 minute walk away, or the nearest train station is a 20 minute drive away.

Sorry, electric vehicle charging is not permitted onsite.


Things to do on site and in the Hexham area

There is some fantastic stargazing to be done on-site (binoculars are useful!) and lovely walks and cycling routes from your pod door.

Cook up something inspiring in the BBQ hut, or browse some of the nearby towns and villages for dining out options. For the more adventurous, there are family-friendly Go Ape courses and outdoor activities nearby.

Hexham, Corbridge and Bellingham, Northumberland National Park and Hadrian's Wall for history and hiking are all within a few miles.

Further afield visit visit Alnwick Castle and Gardens, Cragside, the Northumberland coastline, Beamish open air museum or Wallington.

Other nearby activities include:

  • Sweethope Loughs (10 minutes)
  • Wild About Adventure (10 minutes)
  • Wark (10 minutes)
  • Rothbury (40 minutes)
  • Hadrians Wall (45 minutes)
The listing for Sycamore Cottage and Glamping Pods was last updated on July 17th, 2025 at 12:25 AM

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