Stampley Moss Farm
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- Family-owned wild camping site eight miles from Newcastle upon Tyne
- A 10-minute drive from Metrocentre; 30 minutes from Derwent Reservoir
- Barbecues and dogs permitted; small woodland area; pubs nearby
Site type
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 23 or over.
- Please note the gate to the campsite will be locked at 10pm.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, 17 Jul to
Pitch types & availability
Reviews
91% would recommend this site to a friend
89% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a popular site for wild camping, praised for its peaceful atmosphere, spacious pitches, and freedom to have campfires and BBQs. Guests highlight the friendly and welcoming owners, secure gated entry, and convenient location close to local amenities. While appreciated for its off-grid feel, some visitors note the basic facilities, including a single portaloo, and occasional issues with cleanliness around bins. The site is recommended for those seeking a relaxed, natural camping experience.
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Son and his dad chilling with a fire
Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch
Liked Quiet .. left alone
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From the manager: Thank you very much for your booking to the wild camp field . Glad you enjoyed the relax x
Lovely wild camping site out the way…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Lovely wild camping site out the way
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From the manager: Thank you very much for your kind review . We are glad you enjoyed the wild camp . Thank you for coming x
Easy access to site with good communication from owners. Very basic as…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Easy access to site with good communication from owners. Very basic as described, ypical wild camping. Great little site.
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From the manager: Thank you very much for your booking and grateful for your kind review x
Travelled with my husband and 2 children (7 and 11). The location…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Travelled with my husband and 2 children (7 and 11). The location was excellent, feels like you're in the middle of nowhere however, local amenities are just a 5 minute drive away. There is plenty of space for the children to run around and they had a great time collecting wood (already chopped) for the fire. There are animals roaming, my girls really liked to watch the peacock. The highlight of the trip was my daughters getting to see and interact with the horses. Although these are personal horses and this is not part of the camping experience, Louise and her daughter Anya were really welcoming and allowed my girls to have a small ride around the paddock. I would definitely recommend this site for a family friendly off grid experience.
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Peaceful .. safe .. secure Love the fact you book online ..…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Peaceful .. safe .. secure
Love the fact you book online .. turn up set up and are left alone to enjoy your time with your campfire roaring
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Quiet most of time…
Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch
Liked Quiet most of time
Disliked Very poor facilities,no fresh water tap stand pipe,disgusting toilet loo,stray dog running around on site
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From the manager: Hi sorry you did not enjoy the wild camp. There is no facilities as clearly stated on the wild camping listing. There is a tap . You were sent a text message on Thursday prior to your check in on Friday which unfortunately you didn’t read by driving to the wrong place .
“Please close the double wooden gates (please close after you as we have several dogs)…..
Please don't approach the house as there are a number of dogs just text or call & we will come no problem … Theres a water tap behind the riding arena. Just text if you would like to drink bottle water and we will bring some but there is a tap cold water hose…”
We could have brought you bottled water as much as you liked & by not closing the gate Laura likes to visit people & in the main most repeat guests love Laura she’s a very quiet little dog who has had a very sad life. She’s most certainly not a stray & most enjoy seeing her .
Sorry you didn’t enjoy the wild camp
Louise x
Wonderful owner really helpful nothing too much trouble. Love it
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Lovely location wonderful owner wild camping at best, build a fire and relax. I love this place x
Disliked None
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From the manager: Thank you so much it’s always lovely to see you & the boys . Lovely to have friendly face at our home :-)
Amazing owner really understands wild camping, thank you x
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Loved it as usual been several times wild camping, as described in the description.
My favourite place going in woods next time soon.
Disliked Nothing
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Clean site
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Loved it 1st time wild camping ill be back for sure excellent site
Disliked None
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From the manager: Thank you very much for your booking we would love to host you again
Lack of facilities. You're better off sleeping in a field.
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked The site grounds were spacious and the ability to pitch wherever was nice.
Disliked Lack of ANY facilities. There was one portaloo available for a full campsite that was quickly made dirty and unsanitary, the views were poor as it was in the middle of what felt like someones back garden with a horse training school and powerlines right through the center.
The clientele that this site draws was also dissaponting. Many families letting their kids and dogs run around uncontrolled. Very unsafe given the multiple lit firepits.
Adults getting very drunk and having arguments at 0100 in the morning.
Myself and friend were approached and asked to call the police at one point.
No light or noise control was put in place so trying to sleep with music and loud shouting was impossible.
£20 a night for what essentially was a patch of very uneven, sloped grass with no real toilet or washing up facilities.
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From the manager: Unfortunately the family concerned were incredibly badly behaved and were reported to pitch up & I text them my infuriation being woken up myself at 2:10am by them. Which I’m sure you’ll understand is very frustrating for me to having received only £17 to host such people. This is a wild camping field as well described . The portaloo is cleaned every day by me and serviced professionally every Tuesday . Sorry about the awful behaviour of others .
Features
Portable toilet
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 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 Rallies welcome 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 Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water 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 campsiteNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Tourer storage facilitiesLocation
Stampley Moss Farm
Thornley Lane
Gateshead
Tyne and Wear
England
NE21 6LB
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.94218°N
1.73377°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
South Shields | 13.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
Tynemouth Long Sands North | 13.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Tynemouth Long Sands South | 13.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Tynemouth King Edwards Bay | 13.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Tynemouth Cullercoats | 13.6 mi | Sea | Poor | Poor | Poor | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Gibside 1.6 mi
George Stephenson's Birthplace 3.8 mi
Prudhoe Castle 5.2 mi
Castle Keep 5.3 mi
Laing Art Gallery 5.4 mi
National Trust
Gibside 1.5 mi
Holy Jesus Hospital 5.4 mi
Cherryburn 6.1 mi
Washington Old Hall 9 mi
Seaton Delaval Hall 13.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
GIBSIDE 1.5 mi
Highfield - Spen Banks - Hookergate - Highfield 1.6 mi
Swalwell - Derwent Valley - Rowland's Gill 1.7 mi
Rowlands Gill - Derwent Walk - Pontop Pike - Rowlands Gill 1.7 mi
Swalwell - Dunstan - Gateshead - Bill Quay 1.9 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Stampley Moss Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Stampley Moss Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Stampley Moss Farm? What was life like in past times around here? Well, for a whizz back to the Roman era, Heddon-on-the-Wall (15 minutes’ drive) and Corbridge Roman Town (25 minutes) are both a short … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Stampley Moss Farm?
Camping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Stampley Moss Farm? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.