- Glamping with pets allowed
Dog-friendly glamping in Kielder Forest
99% (152) • 127 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Kielder Forest
Camping at Cardewlees
1. Camping at Cardewlees
99%
(47)
Carlisle, England · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from
£16
/ night
King Garth
2. King Garth
100%
(9)
Carlisle, England · 1 unit
Built in 1733, King Garth is also known as The Old Customs House, reflecting its role in these fraught times of smuggling. Its strategic position on the banks of The Eden served as the perfect lookout for a bailiff employed by Carlisle Corporation to protect the very important salmon fishery. The plaques on the building which commemorate the visits by Mayors date back to the 1700s. These visits no doubt involved indulgent banquets centring around freshly caught salmon
I grew up on the opposite side of the river. On family walks along the Eden I was always fascinated by the house on the other side sited in such an amazing position.
In 2010, when I returned to Cumbria I was amazed to hear that this house was for sale. It was a ruin and everyone told me I was mad..... I probably was a little! But I soon realised that I wasn’t alone in my love of this house, everyone I met from the surrounding villages had a tale to tell about this iconic place. King Garth is for sharing - with locals, (we have an annual barbecue), with wildlife and with people like you.
The aim when renovating King Garth was to celebrate and embrace its history. King Garth is off grid and has no running water. It is furnished in a style to reflect its history. It isn’t everyone’s ‘cup of tea’: you have to drive a mile down a muddy lane, there is no hot shower, no electric lighting, and a compost toilet. BUT we offer beautiful evenings of candle light, log burner, hot tub under the stars and bathing in the river.
My priority with King Garth and the land attached was to manage in a way to protect the abundant wildlife. There are also alpacas who you can look after during your stay.
You will be astounded by the din the birds make at dawn and dusk!
Inside the house there is an owl box where one summer a pair of barn owls successfully raised chicks. Since then a kestrel frequents the box and has twice laid there.
This part of the Eden is tidal so both estuarine and river species co exist. Kingfishers and otters are often spotted And even the occasional seal! Kinggarth comes with fishing rights and if you want to fish this can be arranged with the host.
The bird feeders are frequented by tree sparrows, yellow hammers, wood peckers, nut hatches and in winter red poll.
Campfires
Hot Tub
Cooking equipment
from
£80
/ night
Ewe Love Camping Pods
3. Ewe Love Camping Pods
98%
(108)
Penrith, England · 3 units
Modern Lake District glamping pods among the trees, with exceptional views of Blencathra
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£90
/ night
Wanderlusts Gypsy Caravans
4. Wanderlusts Gypsy Caravans
Melmerby, England · 3 units
Travelling from site to site in a bow-top gypsy caravan, through Cumbria's stunning scenery
Campfires
Hot Tub
Potable water
from
£95
/ night
Hill Top Huts
5. Hill Top Huts
97%
(121)
Middleton In Teesdale, England · 12 units
Scenic, simple glamping pods set beside a welcoming Pennines pub
Showers
Wifi
Potable water
from
£70
/ night
Otter Moss Accommodation
6. Otter Moss Accommodation
100%
(8)
Brampton, England · 4 units
Otter Moss Accommodation offers a variety of upscale camping options suitable for couples, families, and groups. Nestled within a picturesque 12-acre former farm, the majority of the site surrounds a spacious meadow. Additionally, the site boasts a charming small lake featuring three islands and a rowing boat for leisurely water activities.
Situated at the northern edge of the stunning Eden Valley, guests can enjoy sweeping views of the Cumbrian Fells, with visibility extending to the Solway Firth and the Lake District on clear days. The Lake District is a convenient 40-minute drive away, while various sections of Hadrian's Wall are even closer, reachable within a 15-minute drive. Carlisle and the M6 motorway to Scotland are both just 20 minutes away, with the picturesque market town of Brampton also within a 15-minute drive and offering its own attractions.
Local pubs are plentiful in the area, with a diverse selection available within a five-mile radius.
Accommodation units at Otter Moss come equipped with heating, kitchen utensils, and stoves, ensuring guests' comfort and convenience. Each unit also includes firepits or barbecues, as well as bedding and towels for a hassle-free stay.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£85
/ night
Garrison Shepherd's Huts
7. Garrison Shepherd's Huts
100%
(2)
Bowness On Solway, England · 4 units
Shepherd’s hut glamping near Hadrian’s Wall and the Solway Firth.
Showers
Hot Tub
Wifi
from
£100
/ night
Rowan Retreat
8. Rowan Retreat
England · 1 unit
Shepherd's hut in idylic location with extensive views under dark skies,set on its own in a private 5 acre field amidst nature,semi off grid,decking under a canopy,firepit area, centrally located for Lake District,Yorkshire Dales, Northumberland and Scottish borders.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£68
/ night
Doxford Farm Camping
9. Doxford Farm Camping
100%
(4)
Northumberland, England · 7 units
Rustic-chic glamping pods near the sandy beaches of the Northumberland Coast
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£80
/ night
Cairn Meadow Pods
10. Cairn Meadow Pods
99%
(42)
Cumwhitton, England · 4 units
Glamping pods in Cumbria's secluded Eden Valley with views of the Pennines
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£98
/ night
Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts
11. Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts
100%
(13)
Brampton, England · 2 units
Two yurts with hot tubs in the Cumbrian countryside just a mile away from Hadrian’s Wall
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£210
/ night
Middlemoor Farm Holidays
12. Middlemoor Farm Holidays
100%
(1)
Alnwick, England · 2 units
Bracken, one of our two dog friendly pods, kingsize bed, toilet and shower, hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle. Enclosed outdoor space with fire pit, bbq and Log fired hottub to relax in and enjoy the views down to the coast.
A ten minute drive to the fabulous Northumberland coastline and pretty villages and Castles, ten minute drive also to Alnwick Gardens and Lilidorei.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£135
/ night
Langley Dam Glamping
13. Langley Dam Glamping
England · 5 units
Nestled in the Tyne Valley, on our beef and sheep farm, at the edge of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Langley Dam Glamping provides high quality, en-suite accommodation in our unique glamping cabins.
The six ‘Langley Longboat’ cabins are positioned on the bank of Langley Dam Reservoir, providing exceptional views over the 14 acres of water and towards Whitfield moor. Langley Dam itself is a commercial fly fishery and Troutmaster water. Visitors are welcome, and encouraged, to enjoy the fishing experience that the water provides (charges do apply, but residents have discounted fishing fees). We also have rowing boats that can be hired for fishing purposes.
We have created some fantastic 3D showcases of the inside of the cabins. You can use these to get a better feel of how the cabins are laid out. We have created 3 showcases to reflect the 3 types of cabins we have. Humbleton is unique, then The Wonneys which is the same layout as The Rushy Lot, and Wheatleys which is the same as Blackcleugh and Bare Bones.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£167
/ night
Bamburgh Under Canvas
14. Bamburgh Under Canvas
90%
(5)
Bamburgh, England · 5 units
Luxury Lotus Belle tent glamping with sweeping views, within walking distance of Bamburgh town and castle (and beach)
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£131
/ night
Woodland Chase Glamping
15. Woodland Chase Glamping
100%
(1)
Felton, England · 2 units
Romantic, two-person cabins with hot tubs in Northumberland
Showers
Hot Tub
Wifi
from
£213
/ night
Stone Raise Bells
16. Stone Raise Bells
92%
(6)
Carlisle, England · 3 units
Off-grid bell tents on a working farm in Cumbria’s Eden Valley
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£65
/ night
Renison's Farm
17. Renison's Farm
100%
(1)
Penrith, England · 1 unit
Off-grid wagon glamping on a farm with views of Lake District fells
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£90
/ night
Old Rectory Howick
18. Old Rectory Howick
Alnwick, England · 2 units
The Old Rectory is surrounded by farmland near to Howick Village. Close to the Northumberland Coast we are within walking distance of the Howick Hall Gardens and the seaside Village of Craster. Our Bell Tent and Shepherd's Hut allow you to get close to local wildlife including Hares and Rabbits. Roe deer, hedgehogs, pheasants and songbirds.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£95
/ night
Dod Mill Fishing Hut
19. Dod Mill Fishing Hut
Lauder, Scotland · 1 unit
Artistic riverside cabins in the grounds of a 17th-century watermill
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£150
/ night
Broom Fisheries Campsite
20. Broom Fisheries Campsite
Newbie, Scotland · 4 units
Luxury caravans ideally situated next to picturesque Scottish fishing lakes
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
from
£167
/ night
99% (152) • 127 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Kielder Forest
Camping at Cardewlees
1. Camping at Cardewlees
99%
(47)
Carlisle, England · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from
£16
/ night
King Garth
2. King Garth
100%
(9)
Carlisle, England · 1 unit
Built in 1733, King Garth is also known as The Old Customs House, reflecting its role in these fraught times of smuggling. Its strategic position on the banks of The Eden served as the perfect lookout for a bailiff employed by Carlisle Corporation to protect the very important salmon fishery. The plaques on the building which commemorate the visits by Mayors date back to the 1700s. These visits no doubt involved indulgent banquets centring around freshly caught salmon
I grew up on the opposite side of the river. On family walks along the Eden I was always fascinated by the house on the other side sited in such an amazing position.
In 2010, when I returned to Cumbria I was amazed to hear that this house was for sale. It was a ruin and everyone told me I was mad..... I probably was a little! But I soon realised that I wasn’t alone in my love of this house, everyone I met from the surrounding villages had a tale to tell about this iconic place. King Garth is for sharing - with locals, (we have an annual barbecue), with wildlife and with people like you.
The aim when renovating King Garth was to celebrate and embrace its history. King Garth is off grid and has no running water. It is furnished in a style to reflect its history. It isn’t everyone’s ‘cup of tea’: you have to drive a mile down a muddy lane, there is no hot shower, no electric lighting, and a compost toilet. BUT we offer beautiful evenings of candle light, log burner, hot tub under the stars and bathing in the river.
My priority with King Garth and the land attached was to manage in a way to protect the abundant wildlife. There are also alpacas who you can look after during your stay.
You will be astounded by the din the birds make at dawn and dusk!
Inside the house there is an owl box where one summer a pair of barn owls successfully raised chicks. Since then a kestrel frequents the box and has twice laid there.
This part of the Eden is tidal so both estuarine and river species co exist. Kingfishers and otters are often spotted And even the occasional seal! Kinggarth comes with fishing rights and if you want to fish this can be arranged with the host.
The bird feeders are frequented by tree sparrows, yellow hammers, wood peckers, nut hatches and in winter red poll.
Campfires
Hot Tub
Cooking equipment
from
£80
/ night
Ewe Love Camping Pods
3. Ewe Love Camping Pods
98%
(108)
Penrith, England · 3 units
Modern Lake District glamping pods among the trees, with exceptional views of Blencathra
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£90
/ night
Wanderlusts Gypsy Caravans
4. Wanderlusts Gypsy Caravans
Melmerby, England · 3 units
Travelling from site to site in a bow-top gypsy caravan, through Cumbria's stunning scenery
Campfires
Hot Tub
Potable water
from
£95
/ night
Hill Top Huts
5. Hill Top Huts
97%
(121)
Middleton In Teesdale, England · 12 units
Scenic, simple glamping pods set beside a welcoming Pennines pub
Showers
Wifi
Potable water
from
£70
/ night
Otter Moss Accommodation
6. Otter Moss Accommodation
100%
(8)
Brampton, England · 4 units
Otter Moss Accommodation offers a variety of upscale camping options suitable for couples, families, and groups. Nestled within a picturesque 12-acre former farm, the majority of the site surrounds a spacious meadow. Additionally, the site boasts a charming small lake featuring three islands and a rowing boat for leisurely water activities.
Situated at the northern edge of the stunning Eden Valley, guests can enjoy sweeping views of the Cumbrian Fells, with visibility extending to the Solway Firth and the Lake District on clear days. The Lake District is a convenient 40-minute drive away, while various sections of Hadrian's Wall are even closer, reachable within a 15-minute drive. Carlisle and the M6 motorway to Scotland are both just 20 minutes away, with the picturesque market town of Brampton also within a 15-minute drive and offering its own attractions.
Local pubs are plentiful in the area, with a diverse selection available within a five-mile radius.
Accommodation units at Otter Moss come equipped with heating, kitchen utensils, and stoves, ensuring guests' comfort and convenience. Each unit also includes firepits or barbecues, as well as bedding and towels for a hassle-free stay.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£85
/ night
Garrison Shepherd's Huts
7. Garrison Shepherd's Huts
100%
(2)
Bowness On Solway, England · 4 units
Shepherd’s hut glamping near Hadrian’s Wall and the Solway Firth.
Showers
Hot Tub
Wifi
from
£100
/ night
Rowan Retreat
8. Rowan Retreat
England · 1 unit
Shepherd's hut in idylic location with extensive views under dark skies,set on its own in a private 5 acre field amidst nature,semi off grid,decking under a canopy,firepit area, centrally located for Lake District,Yorkshire Dales, Northumberland and Scottish borders.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£68
/ night
Doxford Farm Camping
9. Doxford Farm Camping
100%
(4)
Northumberland, England · 7 units
Rustic-chic glamping pods near the sandy beaches of the Northumberland Coast
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£80
/ night
Cairn Meadow Pods
10. Cairn Meadow Pods
99%
(42)
Cumwhitton, England · 4 units
Glamping pods in Cumbria's secluded Eden Valley with views of the Pennines
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£98
/ night
Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts
11. Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts
100%
(13)
Brampton, England · 2 units
Two yurts with hot tubs in the Cumbrian countryside just a mile away from Hadrian’s Wall
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£210
/ night
Middlemoor Farm Holidays
12. Middlemoor Farm Holidays
100%
(1)
Alnwick, England · 2 units
Bracken, one of our two dog friendly pods, kingsize bed, toilet and shower, hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle. Enclosed outdoor space with fire pit, bbq and Log fired hottub to relax in and enjoy the views down to the coast.
A ten minute drive to the fabulous Northumberland coastline and pretty villages and Castles, ten minute drive also to Alnwick Gardens and Lilidorei.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£135
/ night
Langley Dam Glamping
13. Langley Dam Glamping
England · 5 units
Nestled in the Tyne Valley, on our beef and sheep farm, at the edge of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Langley Dam Glamping provides high quality, en-suite accommodation in our unique glamping cabins.
The six ‘Langley Longboat’ cabins are positioned on the bank of Langley Dam Reservoir, providing exceptional views over the 14 acres of water and towards Whitfield moor. Langley Dam itself is a commercial fly fishery and Troutmaster water. Visitors are welcome, and encouraged, to enjoy the fishing experience that the water provides (charges do apply, but residents have discounted fishing fees). We also have rowing boats that can be hired for fishing purposes.
We have created some fantastic 3D showcases of the inside of the cabins. You can use these to get a better feel of how the cabins are laid out. We have created 3 showcases to reflect the 3 types of cabins we have. Humbleton is unique, then The Wonneys which is the same layout as The Rushy Lot, and Wheatleys which is the same as Blackcleugh and Bare Bones.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£167
/ night
Bamburgh Under Canvas
14. Bamburgh Under Canvas
90%
(5)
Bamburgh, England · 5 units
Luxury Lotus Belle tent glamping with sweeping views, within walking distance of Bamburgh town and castle (and beach)
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£131
/ night
Woodland Chase Glamping
15. Woodland Chase Glamping
100%
(1)
Felton, England · 2 units
Romantic, two-person cabins with hot tubs in Northumberland
Showers
Hot Tub
Wifi
from
£213
/ night
Stone Raise Bells
16. Stone Raise Bells
92%
(6)
Carlisle, England · 3 units
Off-grid bell tents on a working farm in Cumbria’s Eden Valley
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£65
/ night
Renison's Farm
17. Renison's Farm
100%
(1)
Penrith, England · 1 unit
Off-grid wagon glamping on a farm with views of Lake District fells
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£90
/ night
Old Rectory Howick
18. Old Rectory Howick
Alnwick, England · 2 units
The Old Rectory is surrounded by farmland near to Howick Village. Close to the Northumberland Coast we are within walking distance of the Howick Hall Gardens and the seaside Village of Craster. Our Bell Tent and Shepherd's Hut allow you to get close to local wildlife including Hares and Rabbits. Roe deer, hedgehogs, pheasants and songbirds.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£95
/ night
Dod Mill Fishing Hut
19. Dod Mill Fishing Hut
Lauder, Scotland · 1 unit
Artistic riverside cabins in the grounds of a 17th-century watermill
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£150
/ night
Broom Fisheries Campsite
20. Broom Fisheries Campsite
Newbie, Scotland · 4 units
Luxury caravans ideally situated next to picturesque Scottish fishing lakes
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
from
£167
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Ellen
October 2025
Group trip
We absolutely loved our stay at King Garth! It is located in such a tranquil location beside the river and away from other houses, but with alpacas for company! The hot tub was perfect to relax in and we enjoyed a cosy, candlelit evening inside by the fire afterwards! It was fascinating to read about the history of the building too! Will definitely be back :)
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Virginia
October 2025
With pets
Lovely location, beautiful views. Comfortable pod and great with enclosed garden for the dog. Good facilities too.
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Mandy
September 2025
With pets
Loved our first pod experience. Very warm and cozy. Facilities were great! Directions were a little confusing at the start as the sat-nav took us to the house a little distance up the road but once we knew our place it was absolutely fine.
Would stay again and will be recommending to family & friends.
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EngineerMe
August 2025
With kids
Fantastic welcoming experience for adults and kids. Really good communication, great view and super quiet. Will be returning shortly! Thankyou John and Emma
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Sean
August 2025
With pets
We stayed as a birthday treat for my 12 year old. 2 adults, 4 children and our dog. It was a truly fantastic stay from start to finish. Such a unique house and experience. The kids absolutely loved swimming in the river, looking after the alpacas, the hot tub and going back to basics. It was lovely seeing them enjoying themselves with no distractions of the modern world. Games by candle light and food over the bbq, what more could you ask for. Jane was fantastic and made sure we knew everything that was needed before we arrived. Can’t wait to come back.
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Suzy
August 2025
With kids
What a beautiful place! Everything we could possibly need was there for us on arrival; the pod was lovely and cozy and it was great to be able to sit out around the firepit in the evening. Birdsong everywhere and plenty of wildlife to see around the place. Sadly it was a bit wet to try the boat out but will have to come back on a sunnier day!
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Daniel
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Stone Raise Bells
We had a great night stay at this campsite. It was a good setup with a lovely view of the surrounding area. The Bell tents were great and I’d recommend them to anyone looking to stay here!
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Lucy
August 2025
1 night at King Garth
A truly unique stay in a beautiful location. The lane was a little challenging in my picanto but we managed it and was well worth the trip! So much provided in terms of wood, charcoal, crockery candles! Would definitely stay again :)
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Louise
August 2025
With kids
Absolutely everything about the site was immaculate and so carefully thought out. Beautiful yurts, beautiful surroundings and the most amazing glamping trip.
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Kirsten
August 2025
2 nights at King Garth
We loved staying at the beautiful King Garth, the hot tub was perfect after getting the fire going and sitting in candle light, in front of the fire is the most comforting feeling in the world. A very quiet and peaceful sight with gorgeous views and riverside walks with a pub about 30 mins walk away. We did get lost on the way to the cottage so make sure to follow the map to cargo village and not the middle of a field on the other side of the river 🤣 We even got to feed alpacas and theyre very funny little characters and very friendly. We will be staying again and very recommended
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Harrison
July 2025
Weekend Trip to King Garth
What an incredible piece of land. The house holds so much history and retains so much of the original charm. The privacy, quietness, and abundant nature was incredibly therapeutic and relaxing. Jane was great at communicating and we had no issues with anything.
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Nicholas
July 2025
4 nights at Ewe Love Camping Pods
Another brilliant stay. Can't fault it. Will be returning.
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Lucy
June 2025
Weekend Trip to King Garth
Absolutely beautiful place to stay. Had everything we needed and sitting by candlelight was lovely
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Jon
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts
Caroline was fantastic! She made the check-in and check out so easy and ensured our comfort throughout, and the yurt and its facilities were perfect! This place is a gem!
External cooking facilities were great, as was the wood fired hot tub!....perfect for a just needed getaway!
Would certainly stay here again and again!...the yurts décor and cleanliness was exceptional.
Top tip...order the pizza oven...its really worth it.
Thanks again Caroline....
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Pridie
June 2025
With pets
This is a very special place. A chance to step back in time and live simply - supper by candlelight, games played beside a roaring fire, dips in the river. We visited when the elder was full in blossom and the willows whispered full-leafed in the wind. Walking along the river edge was like exploring the mangroves in tropical rainforest - a magical experience for kids, dogs and adults alike! We feel like we've just slipped back into history, sat in the window watching the river, we half expected to see boats carrying cargo past to Carlisle...
Go prepared to step back in time and live simply. Everything you need is provided - candles, wood, crockery - there is a woodfired tub that you can heat yourselves, a beautifully simple kitchen set up with a water system that is carefully thought out, and a compost loo.
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Tim
May 2025
2 nights at Bamburgh Under Canvas
Beautiful quiet site. The tent felt entirely private/separate from the few others on the site. Well equipped and comfortable. Perfectly located for exploring the North East coast. Campbell was really helpful and made our stay great. Couldn't recommend more!
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Ken
May 2025
3 nights at Otter Moss Accommodation
If you are looking for peace and quiet, surrounded by beautiful countryside then this place is for you. Great location. Great communication - Ruth came to see us when we contactedher about the WIFI. Use of private bathroom and shower. Only thing for us is that those facilities were across a farm yard and the cabin didn't have its own supply. The bed was comfy and the cabin stayed at a good temperature (even when it was cold outside). Fire pit available. Would recommend
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Imogen
April 2025
With pets
Absolutely beautiful site, friendly people around us and the onsite pub food was amazing for one of the nights we visited (pie and gammon are 100% recommend). It was a quick drive from most places we had a day in barnard castle, and this is very pretty. Our dog loved his stay too everywhere we went was dog friendly, with plenty of dog walking spaces for him to run around. Our pod for 4 was very comfortable and picnic bench outside was ideal for breakfast cereal, bring your own cups bowls cutlery and plenty to keep kids busy we took board games and quizzes and he could watch YouTube on his phone. Glad there was a mini fridge kettle (for cuppas) and microwave (for popcorn) we left alcohol outside as it was cold enough overnight. I loved bird spotting on their fields too we will definitely book for the summer time
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Stacey
April 2025
With pets
These pods are lush. There’s everything you’ll need (except bedding for the sofa bed - which is absolutely fine). It’s a beautiful location too. There were a few little bottles of wine on the table when we arrived, which was a lovely touch. Would definitely recommend.
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Eleanor
March 2025
Weekend Trip to Ewe Love Camping Pods
An amazing stay, amazing location with an even better view! The pods were well equipped and the underfloor heating was amazing. I will definitely be returning. Perfect location for our hike up Blencathra.
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Dog-friendly glamping in Kielder Forest guide
When to go
Outdoor activities are fun year-round at Kielder Water, but campsites within the forest park are open from March through October only. Come in the spring and summer months for lake cruises and water sports, in autumn to admire the fall foliage, or during the festive season to visit the Kielder Winter Wonderland. Popular events throughout the year include the Kielder Marathon (October), a 24-hour mountain bike race (February), and a Night Run (March).
Know before you go
- Kielder Water and Forest Park is in Northumberland, 30 miles northwest of Hexham. There is no public transport to the park. Parking is available at Hawkhope, Kielder Dam South Abutment, Tower Knowe, Kielder Waterside, Matthew’s Linn, Bakethin Nature Reserve, Kielder Castle, Skyspace lower car park, and Elf Kirk. A single parking ticket is valid all day at any of the car parks.
- Facilities within the park include a gas station (card payment only) at Kielder village, two cafés, a restaurant, and restrooms. Download the free Kielder visitor map to your phone to help navigate.
- There are overnight parking spots for self-sufficient campers at Kielder Castle car park, Anglers Arms rear car park in Kielder village, Elf Kirk View Point, and Tower Knowe car park. Fees apply.
- Midges are common in the park from March through September, so bring insect repellent. The weather can change quickly in northern England, so it’s a good idea to pack a raincoat even in summer.
- There are wheelchair-accessible facilities at Kielder Water and some accessible trails.