Go Ape - Matfen
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Why stay here ...
Receive a warm welcome on arrival at our CL. It is set in a walled, lawned paddock on our working livestock farm. It is level and well maintained and has electric hook-ups and recycling facilities. The site is quiet and sheltered.
We are fortunate enough to be situated in the heart of the beautiful Northumberland countryside surrounded by historic landscapes and dramatic views and an ideal base from which to explore this wonderful county.
Nearby, Bolam Lake Country Park(1m) offers peaceful lakeside walks and mature woodland where you may glimpse red squirrels.Shaftoe Crags(1m) a pleasant walk onto the high ground to the west of the site with fantastic rock formations and wonderful views over woods, valleys and fine farm land. Belsay Hall, Castleand Gardens(English Heritage) (3m) country house renowned for its most extraordinary picturesque garden landscapes.Wallington Hall(National Trust) (3m) country house and gardens set in rolling parkland with a wooded dene, ornamental lakes, lawns and walled garden.Cragside House, Gardens and Woodland(National Trust) (14m) was the country home of Lord Armstrong, Victorian inventor and industrialist and the first house in the world to be lit using hydroelectric power.
Further afield are the beautiful market towns,Morpeth(10m),Hexham(20m) and Alnwick(30m) with its stunning medieval castle and exciting contemporary gardens and tree house. To the south (15m) Hadrian's Wall, the most popular tourist attraction in Northern England, witness spectacular views, explore natural wilderness and become immersed in the history of the Romans."
Prices
| Date | Pitch + All Occupants |
|---|---|
| 01/07/2024 - | £25.00 |
Pitches
Types of pitch: grass
Electric hook up available
Useful Info
1 acres
Electric amperage: 16
Lawned site
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Sites key:
- Postcode:
- NE61 4DZ
- GPS:
- Lat 55.136374 / Lon -1.89348
- OS field ref:
- NZ069824
- OS map ref:
- 81
Transport links
- Nearest port: Newcastle (25 miles)
Reviews
David Wenington
Reviewed: 20/04/2025 17:27
Excellent
Writing this as we enjoy our last night Ok so this site doesn't have a shower or a toilet so at £25 per night you may think it's a little pricey with nothing but recycling grey waste and chemical disposal together with fresh water The site itself together with the... Show more
Mervyn Edward Hull
Reviewed: 18/03/2025 11:29
A really good CL
Our third stay on this CL which offers just what we want - peace, quiet, lovely countryside and chance to explore the area. Friendly welcome from the owners, John & Kath, who are always helpful. On this occasion, after some poor weather early in the year, the paddock... Show more
LincsVanner
Reviewed: 13/08/2024 16:55
Fabulous Site
Just spent a very peaceful 10 nights at this lovely CL. John met us on arrival and was extremely friendly and helpful with local knowledge and advice. The fresh eggs and the sausages went down very well too. The site is peaceful and scenic with excellent walking opportunities for dogs.... Show more
ScreenName4888F186A8
Reviewed: 22/06/2024 20:57
Excellent and peaceful stay
Just spent a week at this fab CL site. Very hospitable owner and son. Good access to places to visit, very quiet and spacious pitches. Neat, tidy and clean. Fresh eggs available (thanks Harry) - no hesitation in returning.
willc21
Reviewed: 27/05/2024 17:32
Wonderful few days at this tranquil site
A lovely few days spent at this beautiful, peaceful site. Very clean and well kept. The farm was easy to find and the roads leading up to it were wide enough to tow a 8ft van - we travelled through Whalton vs the smaller back roads. Upon arrival we... Show more
mitzimay
Reviewed: 29/03/2024 07:08
Beautiful, clean, picturesque site.
A very quiet and peaceful site with adequate space for all. Lots to see and do locally. Pleasant dog walk two minutes away along a bridlepath and lots of areas around to explore with dogs. Highly recommend this site and friendly owner. Site has easy access to tap... Show more
Magic37
Reviewed: 03/10/2023 14:35
Pleasant site but over-priced
This is a nice basic CL on a quiet road with easy access and friendly reception. However, I think it is over-priced at £25, considering it has just the one tap and a waste emptying area in the middle of the field with no fence round it. I would have... Show more
lin and rich
Reviewed: 26/09/2023 12:07
A wonderful CL
This CL was great. We booked it by phone on the day we wanted to stay, and luckily John has space for us to stay the 6 nights we wanted. It is a well laid out site, nice and peaceful, with easy access, the road is next to it, but... Show more
pemocat
Reviewed: 12/09/2023 20:03
Great Site
On arrival on site we were welcomed by John who showed us where everything was and place in the area to visit. Very dog friendly site with access to walks close by. Site immaculate.
MandCCumbria
Reviewed: 14/08/2023 16:13
A really nice place to stay
Recently made our second visit to this CL and recommend it. Warm welcome from the owners and all facilities are as they should be. The site is well maintained and there is plenty of space. Access is easy. It is situated in a lovely and quiet... Show more
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David Wenington
Reviewed: 20/04/2025 17:27
Excellent
Writing this as we enjoy our last night Ok so this site doesn't have a shower or a toilet so at £25 per night you may think it's a little pricey with nothing but recycling grey waste and chemical disposal together with fresh water The site itself to...
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