Elwick Campsite

No availability at present on Pitchup.com 9.7 189 reviews
Entrance
Entrance
Views over lindisfarne nature reserve to holy island
Campsite
New field for 2025
Sunset at the campsite field
The campsite field
Ross beach looking towards bamburgh castle
Ross beach looking towards holy island
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Views over lindisfarne nature reserve to holy island
Campsite
New field for 2025

  • Wild-style camping on a peaceful working farm opposite Lindisfarne
  • A 10-minute drive from Bamburgh and 15 minutes from Seahouses
  • Well located for Ross beach; good stopover from the A1 two miles away
Elwick Campsite is set in a peaceful location on the spectacular Northumberland coast, an area of outstanding natural beauty in the rural north east of England. This site is excellently located for trips to the holy island of Lindisfarne (a national nature reserve), visiting the castles that line the coast up to the Scottish border or exploring the many secluded beaches in the local area. These pitches have uninterrupted views over open countryside and over to Lindisfarne. This laidback spot has a no-frills approach but does have some well-maintained basic facilities, with running water, portable toilets and a chemical waste disposal tank made available to guests. Well-behaved dogs are welcome at Elwick Campsite (limited to two per pitch), but as there is livestock and wildlife all around, it is essential that they are kept on a lead at all times. The farm is in an easily accessible location, about two miles from the A1 and the nearest village of Belford (for a couple of pubs, a café, a small supermarket or a fish and chip shop). The nearest beach is in Ross, roughly five minutes away by car, followed by a lovely mile-long walk along a footpath.

Campground type

RV & Motorhome sites 18
Tent sites 10
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Please note
  • This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

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Reviews

9.7

Overall rating from 189 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

100% would recommend this campground to a friend

99% would stay here again

What customers say

A ripper spot, mates! Super organised, heaps of room, and stunners of rural views. Portaloos are spotless, and the owners are legends. Basic, yeah, but clean as a whistle. Ace base for exploring the coast. Many wanna come back!

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This is an excellent back to basics site with immaculate facilities

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Penny D.

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked We loved this campsite which, although described as ‘wild camping’ had every facility we could require for our motorhome except electric hookup.
The pitches were huge and level in the main. The unexpected bonus was the immaculate portaloos ( cleaned daily), chemical waste and grey water disposal plus several fresh water points.
The site affords stunning views over the causeway to Lindisfarne (Holy Island) which is only a 10 minute drive away and is within easy walking distance to a beach and nature reserve with bird hide to view the wading and migrating birds.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location for visiting some points of interest in the area.

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James S.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Great location. Tucked away with easy access. Spacious pitches. Very clean and organised loos.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Look forward to returning.

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Paul B.

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked The site was peacefull and good views of Banbury Castle, we had issues with starting our motorhome and the owners were very helpfull.

All uou need for a night stop over, and toilets were spotless.

Disliked Nothing.

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Peaceful and quiet with a beautiful…

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Helen C.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Peaceful and quiet with a beautiful panoramic view of Holy Island and surrounding areas. Vast skies. 15 minute walk to wildlife hide so great for bird watchers. Woke up to the sound of curlews in the morning. Clean, well taken care of portaloos (with air fresheners!) and bins for general waste, recycling and glass bottles. Lovely friendly host. Only a short drive to local tourist attractions such as Holy Island, St Cuthbert's Cave and Seahouses for boat trips to the Farne Islands. Will definitely be back xx

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great spot and managed to a very high standard for a pop up site

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Roy H.

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked Location Views and very spacious layout of the site.
All remote amenities maintained to a very high standard.
Couldn't ask for more on a pop up campsite loved our stay over

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean, lovely views and great size pitches.

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Great views of Holy Island, massive pitches and really clean loos.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely camp site, clean and well maintained Beautiful views

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Clean and well maintained, individual pitches spacious and well spaced out
Lovely views

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very well organised. Liked the clear…

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Cora H.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Very well organised. Liked the clear map, allocated drive routes and set up for getting to the pitch. Also, very much appreciated the clean loos, clearly marked rubbish and recycling area and easy access to drinking water - all very conveniently positioned! We loved the site - the views are stunning!

Disliked nothing

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The location on the cliffs with…

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Stephanie T.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked The location on the cliffs with views over Holy Island.
Relatively flat large pitches.
Clean portaloos
Fantastic fish and chips from the John Dorey in Belford.

Disliked Not a fault of the campsite but there was a festival in a neighbouring field and the thumping music went on till 3am!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site, peaceful, lovely location, couldn’t ask for more.

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John L.

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked Ease of booking, minimal fuss or rules, location, clear contact instructions.

Disliked NA

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

Dogs 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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campground

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Elwick Campsite

Elwick Farm

Elwick

Northumberland

England

NE70 7EL

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

55.62594°N
1.81967°W

Nearest transport

Coach
19.8 km Golden Square
19.9 km Golden Square
24.7 km Bus station
Rail
12.2 km Chathill Rail Station
20.4 km Berwick-upon-Tweed Rail Station
28.4 km Alnmouth Rail Station

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

Local attractions and activities include: - Ross beach: five minutes' drive, then a mile's walk - Bamburgh: 10 minutes' drive - Lindisfarne Castle: 20 minutes - Berwick-upon-Tweed: 20 minutes - Alnwick: 25 minutes - Cheviot Hills: 40 minutes - Newcastle: an hour - Edinburgh: an hour and 20 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Bamburgh Castle 7.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seahouses North 10.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Beadnell 14.6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Low Newton 17.9 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Spittal 18 km Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Lindisfarne Priory 5 km

Lindisfarne Castle 5.3 km

Bamburgh Castle 7.1 km

Northumberland Coast 17.5 km

Berwick-upon-Tweed Castle & Ramparts 19.3 km

National Trust

Lindisfarne Castle 5.2 km

Dunstanburgh Castle 22.1 km

Cragside 34.5 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

BELFORD HALL 2.9 km

Belford - Swinhoe Circular 3.1 km

LINDISFARNE CASTLE 5.3 km

St Cuthbert's Way - Part 7 - Final Leg 5.7 km

Holburn - St Cuthbert's Cave 6.6 km

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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Elwick Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Elwick Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Elwick Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - Ross beach: five minutes' drive, then a mile's walk - Bamburgh: 10 minutes' drive - Lindisfarne Castle: 20 minutes - Berwick-upon-Tweed: 20 minutes - Alnwick: 25 … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Elwick Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  11:30 a.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  11:30 a.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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