Dragonfly Camping
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- Pop-up campsite among woodlands at a Co. Durham working farm
- Durham city centre 15 minutes' drive; 20 minutes to the coast
- Dog-friendly site; choose from main field or wilder orchard pitches
Site type
50
2
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Open from Thu, 17 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch
Max. persons unlimited Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £36 1 night, 2 adults
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Bell tent
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £250 2 nights, 2 adults
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Reviews
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Would highly recommend this site, very spacious and great hosts
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Liked: Loved the opportunity to camp in the forest yet still be in a safe environment, the owners were lovely and welcoming, the site was clean and the whole experience was amazing. We will absolutely be returning as soon as possible.
Disliked: There was nothing to dislike at all.
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Very friendly and very welcoming also lovely woodland and the option of…
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Liked: Very friendly and very welcoming also lovely woodland and the option of the field too toilet facilities on site too
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Brilliant location. The wild camping experience was great! Very peaceful and owners…
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Liked: Brilliant location. The wild camping experience was great! Very peaceful and owners were fantastic. Have told all my friends about this gem of a camping site that's right on our doorstep! Definitely will be coming back.
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Perfect, clean, beautiful views
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Liked: Owners are lovely , campsite very clean and easy access we will definitely be back
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Excellent site with good facilities
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Liked: We stayed in the woodland tent pitches, which were fantastic b it the fields were also available. Plenty of areas between the trees and shrubs to choose from, compost toilet nearby. Campfires were permitted, with wood to buy there. Matt was fantastic, showed us around and was helpful with any questions.
Disliked: Occasional groups of people using portable speakers for disturbing, loud music, but this would be turned off by the later evening at least.
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Great site
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Liked: Very friendly owner. Great area to camp. Toiler and shower provided. Will go back again. Very quite
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The sitting of the camp is amazingly relaxing. The owners were extremely…
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Liked: The sitting of the camp is amazingly relaxing. The owners were extremely welcoming.
Disliked: The facilities are not the best, but clean. The access is not great and can be tricky if wet.
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Spacious site with clean facilities and friendly owners.
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Liked: The booking process was quick and easy. The campsite owners were welcoming and helpful. The facilities were clean and well maintained and serviced. The site was spacious with plenty of choice of pitches including open fiend and enclosed woodland.
Disliked: Price was a little higher than I usually pay for a non electric pitch for just a tent, 2 humans and a dog and I like to go camping to be in a natural environment so disappointed when people around us feel the need to play loud music.
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The choice of pitches amongst the trees were lovely. Felt like wild…
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Liked: The choice of pitches amongst the trees were lovely. Felt like wild camping but on a campsite.
Disliked: The road leading in and out was to drive on in a regular car.
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Great place to stay
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Liked: We really liked the camping spot in the forest, was really cute for daughters (5 year old) first time camping, the campfire was a really nice touch as well, we only stayed one night so didn’t manage to do much exploring but went to the garden centre nearby which was recommended by owner. Could hear the horses in the nearby field which was very nice. Will definitely come again. Great location from where we live.
Disliked: Nothing was great, well… apart from the cockerel aha
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Features
Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsiteLocation
Dragonfly Camping
Carr House Farm
Town Kelloe
Durham
Co. Durham
England
DH6 4PS
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.72923°N
-1.44885°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimdon | 8 mi | Sea | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaham Beach | 9.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaham Hall Beach | 9.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Seaton Carew North | 11.4 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Seaton Carew Centre | 11.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Durham Cathedral 5.9 mi
Durham Castle 6 mi
Durham Coast 7.3 mi
Hartlepool's Maritime Experience 10 mi
Locomotion:The National Railway Museum at Shildon 10.4 mi
National Trust
Washington Old Hall 12.3 mi
Ormesby Hall 16.7 mi
Souter Lighthouse and The Leas 17 mi
Gibside 17.4 mi
Holy Jesus Hospital 17.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Cassop Vale 0.9 mi
Cassop Vale - Cassop Moor - Old Quarrington 1 mi
Littletown - High Haswell - Littletown 3.9 mi
Haswell to Hart 3.9 mi
Croxdale Hall 4.3 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Dragonfly Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Dragonfly Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Dragonfly Camping? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Wingate Quarry nature reserve: five minutes’ drive - Durham (cathedral, castle and botanic gardens): 15 minutes - White Hill Woods: 15 minutes - Blackhall Rocks beach … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Dragonfly Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Dragonfly Camping? From £36 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.