Upper Weardale
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- Luxurious bespoke lodges at a small adults-only Co. Durham site
- Kynren and The Bowes Museum both just over half an hour's drive
- Stylish and cosy accommodation with private hot tub for each lodge
Looking for a little bit of luxury? Actually, you’ll get a fair whack of luxury when you stay in one of the lodges at Upper Weardale – the bespoke lodges at this adults-only site in Co. Durham have been designed to provide a truly top-quality experience for couples who’d like a cosy space in which to switch off and relax.
Take a quick browse through the pictures of this small-scale glamping site and you may well feel like you’ve stumbled into the website for a boutique hotel, such is the gorgeous decor. Each cabin is cosy, comfortable and packed with colourful character – plus, of course, a whole lot of useful amenities. Think kingsize bed, spacious sofa, TV, heating and a fully equipped kitchen (with cooker, fridge, kettle, microwave and toaster), plus a stylish bathroom with toiletries, fluffy towels and cosy gowns.
The real bonus of choosing a place like this over a boutique hotel is of course the connection to the outdoors. Here each lodge has its own private deck area so you can stroll out whenever you fancy it for a coffee in the fresh air… or maybe a glass of something while bubbling in your private hot tub? Either way, you’ll have stunning views over the surrounding scenery of the North Pennines National Landscape.
Fancy seeing more of that scenery? This site is well placed for walks, bike rides and watersports, or heritage railway rides from Stanhope, five minutes’ drive away. The historic town also has pubs and cafés, and is a handy place to pick up supplies to take back to your cosy little cocoon.
Campground type
5Open all year
Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Campsite types & availability
Treetops 1 bedroom lodge
Adults only 2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed 
Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroomArrival daysFrom £242.86 (£242.86)
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Oak Tree 1 bedroom lodge
Adults only 2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroomArrival daysFrom £250 (£250)
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Pasture View 1 bedroom lodge
Adults only 2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroomArrival daysFrom £250 (£250)
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Pond View 1 bedroom lodge
Adults only 2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroomArrival daysFrom £250 (£250)
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Valley View 1 bedroom lodge
Adults only 2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site 1 bedroomArrival daysFrom £250 (£250)
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Features
Adults only
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
LuxuryUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Upper Weardale
Eastgate
Co. Durham
England
DL13 2LJ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.73752°N
2.05582°W
Nearest transport
Bus19.1 mi Bus Station
21 mi South Burns Stand K
23.5 mi Newcastle-upon-Tyne: Coach Stn, St James Blvd
Rail2.1 mi Stanhope Rail Station
3.7 mi Frosterley Rail Station
6.9 mi Wolsingham Rail Station
Ferry29.9 mi Newcastle International Ferry Terminal
Airport24.9 mi Newcastle International Airport
29.5 mi Durham Tees Valley Airport
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
No one will judge you if you decide to spend your whole break cosied up in your luxurious lodge – but with such lovely landscapes around it’s worth getting out a bit if you can. There are lots of walking and bike trails within a few miles of Upper Weardale, most of them within the boundaries of the North Pennines National Landscape.
For a different outdoor activity, head to Weardale Adventures (10 minutes’ drive), where the options include watersports (canoeing, paddleboarding and open-water swimming among them), guided hill walks and adventurous activities like caving and gorge walking. Not up for that? The Weardale Railway Trust runs heritage services on selected days from Stanhope (five minutes) for a more leisurely way to take in the views.
Dip into local history at The Bowes Museum, packed with decorative arts and fashion displays, or take a seat at Kynren for a spectacular open-air show telling the story of England with around a thousand performers, plus horses, music, fireworks and some fabulous effects. Both are a little over a half-hour drive away.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaham Hall Beach | 29.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Seaham Beach | 29.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
High Force Waterfall 7.9 mi
Barnard Castle 13.7 mi
The Bowes Museum 14.6 mi
Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail 15.9 mi
Prudhoe Castle 17.6 mi
National Trust
Cherryburn 16.7 mi
Gibside 18 mi
Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 19.2 mi
Hadrian's Wall and Housesteads Fort 21.6 mi
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 22.6 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Stanhope - Stanhope Dene - Stanhope Burn Mine 2.1 mi
Stanhope - Crookledy Crag - Stanhope 2.1 mi
Westgate and Middle Hope Valley 3.7 mi
Tunstall Reservoir 6.4 mi
Circular Walk by Wolsingham 6.8 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.
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- Does Upper Weardale have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Upper Weardale dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Upper Weardale? No one will judge you if you decide to spend your whole break cosied up in your luxurious lodge – but with such lovely landscapes around it’s worth getting out a bit … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Upper Weardale?
Read moreOn-park accommodation Arrive: 2:30 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Upper Weardale? From $324.93 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.