The Barn at Easington
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- Small peaceful site on a 30-acre farm on the Durham Heritage Coast
- Sea and wood views, 10 minutes' walk to the beach via a wooded dene
- Barbecues and campfires encouraged; firepits and wood available
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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. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- This is an eco-friendly site, so please be sensitive to all inhabitants, including the feathered and four-footed ones. Separating waste and recycling is expected. Guests clearing rubbish from the beach on their walks is fine, but please be aware that the site cannot recycle rubber or industrial waste. If you want to pick up such items please take them home with you.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 28 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Electric grass campervan pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 2.0m width x 6.0m depth (6.6ft width x 19.7ft depth) Calculated area: 12.0m² (129.2ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 1 night, 2 adults
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 3.0m width x 3.0m depth (9.8ft width x 9.8ft depth) Calculated area: 9.0m² (96.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 1 night, 2 adults
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Sparrow camping pod
4 people maximum Dimensions: 2.6m width x 4.6m length (8.7ft width x 14.9ft length) Calculated area: 12.0m² (129.3ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £70 1 night, 2 adults
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Skylark 2 bedroom static caravan (no pets)
6 people maximum 
No dogs allowed 2 bedroomsDimensions: 9.1m width x 3.1m length (30.0ft width x 10.0ft length) Calculated area: 27.9m² (300.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £150 2 nights, 2 adults
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Swallow 2 bedroom static caravan
6 people maximum 2 bedroomsDimensions: 9.1m width x 3.1m length (30.0ft width x 10.0ft length) Calculated area: 27.9m² (300.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £150 2 nights, 2 adults
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Goldfinch camping pod (deluxe, no pets)
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Dimensions: 6.7m width x 3.2m length (22.0ft width x 10.5ft length) Calculated area: 21.4m² (230.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £180 2 nights, 2 adults
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Curlew 2 bedroom cabin
6 people maximum 2 bedroomsDimensions: 6.0m width x 10.0m length (19.7ft width x 32.8ft length) Calculated area: 60.0m² (645.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £290 2 nights, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 89% of visitors View breakdown
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Excellent site
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Electric grass campervan pitch
Liked: Lovely location and probably the most tranquil and peaceful place I've stayed at for a long time.
Owner very friendly and helpful and facilities were clean. The daffs were a nice touch!
Will definitely be aiming to return again.
Thankyou for a wonderful stay.
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Great place to stay. Friendly people, nice pitches
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Nice welcome, beautiful place. All facilities clean and working. Love the pitch. Only one night stay, riding my bicycle. It was what I was hopping and more.
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Stunning rural site - sea views, great facilities and a warm welcome
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Sparrow camping pod
Liked: This is a very lovely campsite in a stunning location! I stayed in Sparrow Pod with my dog. The little seating area in front of the pod has a spectacular view across the woods to the sea, perfect for enjoying a campfire and all the birdlife. This is the 'simple' pod (bring your camp bed and everything you'd need in a tent) - it's beautiful quality wood and has several sockets and cosy underfloor heating.
The site as a whole has lots of lovely touches (including fresh daffodils in vases in the toilets!) and spotlessly clean facilities - the owners are really welcoming and helpful. I noticed that there are nice level pitches on various 'terraces' for tent campers and a hardstanding area for campervans.
Some helpful practical things:
Dog owners - dogs must be kept on lead on site but there's a wonderful large field immediately adjacent where dogs can run free. This leads to the walk through the woods to the beach which is traffic free (see note below about steep drops).
Access track - this is a fun challenge and I wouldn't fancy it in wintry conditions or a low slung sports car! But it's totally do-able if you're patient - take it very slowly in a low gear and note where the very few passing places are as you might need to reverse quite a long way. I did it six times and never encountered another vehicle though. It's totally worth it for the wonderful location at the other end - just take all your provisions as you probably won't want to 'pop back' to the shops.
Mobility/fitness - if like me you're a bit compromised in these areas, it's worth noting that the site is sloping and you can't park right by your pitch/accommodation. But wheelbarrows are available for transporting gear and I'm sure you could ask for one of the nearer tent pitches if that would help you. The path to the beach goes through stunning scenery (took me about half an hour at quite a slow pace) with steep parts and uneven ground - sturdy footwear advised. There's also a very simple stile (see photo) which is the only way into the woods - I couldn't climb it but luckily I'm just tall enough (5 foot 8) to 'stride' over it inelegantly!
Safety on the walk to the beach - as you get further through the woods, nearer to the impressive viaduct which you go underneath, there are some very steep drops - just good to be aware of if you've got dogs or young children running around. I just popped my dog on her lead for those sections.
These are just some useful pointers to help you enjoy your stay - I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this beautiful place and will definitely be back one day!
Disliked: Nothing at all.
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Beautiful peaceful camping spot with fantastic clean facilities.
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: The view from the pitch was stunning. The facilities were outstanding, so clean and had everything we needed. The site was peaceful and quiet. Lovely!
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Amazing place to stay
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Electric grass campervan pitch
Liked: The eco friendly relaxed atmosphere. The peace and quiet. Lots of room
Everyone had a superb view. Super clan toilets and showers. Friendly staff
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Once again an excellent stay at The Barn. This was our third stay here
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Sparrow camping pod
Liked: Cleanliness, friendly welcome, price and peaceful location.
Disliked: Absolutely nothing.
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Loved as always. Quiet with a beautiful beach just through forest. If…
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Skylark 2 bedroom static caravan (no pets)
Liked: Loved as always. Quiet with a beautiful beach just through forest. If it's a clear night the stars are incredible. We visit a couple times of year and look so forward to staying.
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Tranquil, great spot to reenergise.
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Goldfinch camping pod (deluxe, no pets)
Liked: Excellent camp site, accommodation facilities fabulous. Warm, clean and beautifully presented.
View stunning, access to forest & beach. Excellent views
Disliked: N/A
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Nice and secluded
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Swallow 2 bedroom static caravan
Liked: I love this place, its location and the people.
Next to so signal so it's perfect for that "off grid" feeling and the campfire is always welcome.
I come here every year and will continue to do so for as long as possible
Disliked: Nothing
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Excellent site: clean comfortable and welcoming
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Swallow 2 bedroom static caravan
Liked: Lovely setting, excellent facilities, very welcoming and very clean.
Disliked: Nothing
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Features
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 Local produce 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 yearThemes
Forest Peaceful 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 Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service pointLocation
The Barn at Easington
Thorpe Lea East Farm
Easington Colliery
Peterlee
Co. Durham
England
SR8 3UT
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.80194°N
-1.32505°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 |
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| Seaham Beach | 3.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaham Hall Beach | 3.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Crimdon | 5.9 mi | Sea | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Roker - Sunderland | 8.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaburn - Sunderland | 9.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Durham Coast 0.4 mi
National Glass Centre 7.9 mi
Hartlepool's Maritime Experience 9 mi
WWT Washington Wetland Centre 9.5 mi
Durham Castle 10.2 mi
National Trust
Washington Old Hall 10.3 mi
Souter Lighthouse and The Leas 11.7 mi
Holy Jesus Hospital 16.2 mi
Gibside 18.2 mi
Ormesby Hall 18.7 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Hawthorn 0.9 mi
Easington Colliery 1.6 mi
Cold Hesledon 1.6 mi
Dalton le Dale - Dawdon 2.3 mi
Denemouth - Durham Coastal Path - Horden 3.1 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 The Barn at Easington have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Barn at Easington dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Barn at Easington? Heritage is all around here: local village Easington is home to an ancient church famed as a sailor's landmark, and is a former mining town with colliery remnants including a pit cage … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Barn at Easington?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Barn at Easington? From £30 (for 1 night, 3 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.