Campsites with swimming in Kielder Forest

In Kielder Forest, swimming fans have 48 campsite options where you can dive right in—literally. Average stays cost £65 a night, but you’ll find pitches from as little as £27. Campsites here put swimming front and centre, and you’ll get more than just a dip. Think wild swims in forest-edged lakes, shower facilities to warm up after, and space for pets and campfires. For a spot that’s earned its stars, check out Kestrel Lodge Campsite (79 reviews), or try Howbeck Lodge (11 reviews) and Hadrian’s Wall Campsite (9 reviews) for quieter swims and a real sense of space. You’ll find sites where you can go swimming at dawn, cast a line, or even try a spot of climbing between laps. Rubbish bins and showers are standard, but it’s the clear lakes and forest backdrop that campers come back for.

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Top-rated campgrounds

In Kielder Forest, swimming fans have 48 campsite options where you can dive right in—literally. Average stays cost £65 a night, but you’ll find pitches from as little as £27. Campsites here put swimming front and centre, and you’ll get more than just a dip. Think wild swims in forest-edged lakes, shower facilities to warm up after, and space for pets and campfires. For a spot that’s earned its stars, check out Kestrel Lodge Campsite (79 reviews), or try Howbeck Lodge (11 reviews) and Hadrian’s Wall Campsite (9 reviews) for quieter swims and a real sense of space. You’ll find sites where you can go swimming at dawn, cast a line, or even try a spot of climbing between laps. Rubbish bins and showers are standard, but it’s the clear lakes and forest backdrop that campers come back for.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Howbeck Lodge

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29 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Hesket Newmarket, England

A dog-friendly farm campsite on the northern edge of the Lake District

2. Bamburgh Under Canvas

90%

(5)

5 units · Glamping · Northumberland, North East England

Luxury Lotus Belle tent glamping with sweeping views, within walking distance of Bamburgh town and castle (and beach)

3. Woodland Chase Glamping

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2 units · Glamping · Felton, England

Romantic, two-person cabins with hot tubs in Northumberland

4. Old Rectory Howick

2 units · Glamping · Alnwick, England

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.

5. Laverock Law Cottages and Glamping

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1 unit · Glamping · Bamburgh, Northumberland, North East England

We are perfectly situated to explore both the Northumbrian Coastal area, including Holy Island , Bamburgh etc but also great for those who wish to discover the amazing Cheviot hills. Our site is managed organically and has won awards for sustainable tourism, itself a true escape and nature paradise.

6. Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

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2 units · Glamping · Cumbria, North West England

Two yurts with hot tubs in the Cumbrian countryside just a mile away from Hadrian’s Wall

Stories from the community

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Sarah

August 2025

5 m Class B

1 night at Howbeck Lodge

Good roomy level gravelled site especially suited to motorhomes but I was happy there in a camper. Facilities were clean with plenty of hot water. Christine v prompt in her comms.

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Louise

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

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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Finlay

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Howbeck Lodge

Beautiful campsite on a working farm. Facilities are clean and effective. The animals that we ran into were friendly, especially a little black cat that was very eager to say hello. The location was great, site was peaceful and there was very little wind, even with the poor weather that we got on our trip.

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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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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!

Pitch and view of surrounding countryside

Lyle

May 2025

5 m Class B

2 nights at Howbeck Lodge

Lovely spot in the farmland, close to the lakes district. Good hot showers and clean toilets. Would recommend.

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Claire

April 2025

1 m Class B

1 night at Howbeck Lodge

Fantastic rural location but only 15 mins for M6 set on a working farm in a valley. So quiet and scenic Walking distance to village with community pub!