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Old Hartley Club Campsite
Old Hartley Club Campsite
Whiley Bay
Old Hartley Club Campsite
Whitley Bay
Why stay here ...
OFFERS*: Kids for £1 (aged 5-17) | Under 5s stay free | £5 refundable deposit
Great News! Old Hartley Club Campsite reopened in 2024 with some fantastic improvements:
- Fully refurbished shower block
- Roadway resurfacing
Find out more details at camc.com/redevelopments.
Old Hartley Club Campsite offers one of the best views on the network and is perched on a grassy cliff top overlooking the lighthouse on St Mary's Island. This island is a well-known local nature reserve with an abundant bird population of national importance and lovely walking trails where you can enjoy the unspoilt scenery. The traditional holiday resort of Whitley Bay is within easy reach of the campsite and boasts a superb sandy beach and indoor leisure pool complex.
The location being one of the perks surrounding our Tyne & Wear campsites, you'll be pleased to hear local transport is highly accessible from Old Hartley Club Campsite - the Metro and regular local buses will take you directly into the heart of Newcastle city centre, popular for the shopping in Eldon Square. A short journey across the River Tyne will take you to Gateshead, where you can discover the many attractions at the Metro Centre, Europe's largest indoor shopping centre which includes restaurants, cinemas and loads of entertainment facilities. The Blue Reef Aquarium is a fun and educational visit for all ages and located just a few miles from the site. For dining, you might like to consider the pub outside the site entrance or the fish and chip shop just a short drive away.
All in all, the campsite promises all the choices you could wish for in a relaxing holiday destination.
Please Note: Reception at this site may close earlier than 8pm and staff may not be available to greet you. If this is the case, don’t worry, you can still arrive on site until 8pm. We will simply contact you on your day of arrival with details of how to check-in. Please ensure your contact details are up to date on your Membership profile.
To contact the campsite directly, please call 0191 237 0256
Nearest alternative campsite: Durham Grange Club Campsite.
*T&Cs
£5 Deposit: FREE cancellations and FREE amendments up to 21 days before arrival.
Prices
Pitches
| Touring pitch types | Awning | Without Awning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard (electric & hardstanding) |
Yes |
| Other pitch types |
|---|
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Directions
Turn off the A19 about 3 miles N of Tyne Tunnel (toll) at junction with A191 into a road signposted Gosforth, Whitley Bay. Immediately at roundabout turn onto the A186 (signposted Earsden, Whitley Bay). Continue on the A186 and at the sixth roundabout turn onto the A192 (signposted Whitley Bay). Follow tourist signs for St Mary's Island. Turn left onto the A1148 (signposted Sea Front). At the T-junction with A193 at Whitley Bay seafront turn left into road signposted Blyth. Pass Whitley Bay Holiday Park. In 1 mile at the Delaval Arms public house roundabout turn right onto cycle path. In 30 yards fork left past houses into the site entrance.
Sites key:
- Postcode:
- NE26 4RL
- GPS:
- Lat 55.076008 / Lon -1.463928
- Plan a route to this site
- OS field ref:
- NZ343758
- OS map ref:
- 88
- Handbook map ref:
- H12
Transport links
- Bus stop within 1 mile
- Buses go to: Newcastle, Whitley Bay and Blyth
- Car hire on site
- Daily public Transport within 1 mile
- Nearest park and ride: Newcastle and local destinations
- Nearest port: Newcastle (10 miles)
- Nearest train station: Whitley Bay Metro
- Shop within 1 mile
- Train station within 5 miles
Reviews
Howard Garnett
Reviewed: 24/03/2025 08:34
Excellent site
Staff were welcoming and friendly, facilities spotlessly clean throughout the day. Great view of the sea and lighthouse. The site is a great base for local walks or day trips along the coast.
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Coopers
Reviewed: 23/03/2025 16:50
Perfect to access cycling route along coast
Stayed 17-20 March 2025, 3 nights with motorhome and bikes. Stunning location with view of St Mary's Island and lighthouse. Superb modern facilities and tidy site, with re-structuring of hardstanding pitches still in progress with re-seeded areas. Pitches all on varying degrees of angle, so chocks/ramps are... Show more
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Kev Winchcombe
Reviewed: 08/11/2024 17:59
First CAMC Site, Liked It, Great Views, Clean Facilities, Good Access for Newcastle
This was our first stay at a CAMC site and a first trip to the area: we liked both. The site was clean, well kept with good views from the pitches. The showers were new, clean, hot. The staff were jolly, although we only saw them at check in. The nearby walks... Show more
Retirement
Reviewed: 06/11/2024 11:18
Recent uograde
Just returned from the site. Great location and the weather was great as well. Regarding the recent upgrade of the site well done but - It would have been nice if the hard standings were connected to the road so you did not need to drive over the grass. Whilst I... Show more
Biggles2
Reviewed: 05/11/2024 15:24
Fantastic location
3rd time staying here, it is well located for coastal walks and a great view of St Mary’s lighthouse and island. In easy reach of Newcastle, the Metro is a great way to get into town. Your bucket list should include Hexham, Seahouses, Hadrians Wall, Bamburgh Castle, the list goes... Show more
Donna Burnett
Reviewed: 03/11/2024 22:55
Can’t be faulted at all.
Great site with stunning views. You need chocks as on a slope. Staff are lovely, nice clean facilities. Would definitely recommend .
borp3009
Reviewed: 31/10/2024 08:29
Not up to the standard I expect
This campsite is in a stunning position overlooking St Mary's Lighthouse - for most pitches. Easy access onto the English Coastal Path and local cafe pubs shops. The new facilities are spotlessly clean and endless hot water in the shower. The site is spoiled by the pitches which for me is... Show more
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Reviewed: 16/10/2024 21:41
Lovely Site near Whitley Bay
Arriving at the site we were warmly welcomed by the relief wardens. The site was being run by a fantastic couple where nothing was too much trouble and took an interest in their residents when required. We asked for fish and chips recommendations and were provided with directions... Show more
Craig01422
Reviewed: 11/10/2024 15:22
Great stay near Whitley Bay
This site is really good, Helen was so helpful and the place was spotlessly clean with good facilities. The only negatives is that the pitches are very close together, and it’s very hilly but I will definitely be coming back and staying longer. Keep up the good work guys
DonGrange
Reviewed: 10/10/2024 19:34
Great Site pity about pitches
I stayed on this site from 6 - 9th Oct 2024 The site is in a great location with terrific views over the North Sea and St Mary’s lighthouse ( although it was covered with tarpaulins because of renovations work) The site amenities are first class with modern showers and hot water. The negatives... Show more
Site contact details
- Telephone:
- 0191 237 0256
Most recent reviews
Howard Garnett
Reviewed: 24/03/2025 08:34
Excellent site
Staff were welcoming and friendly, facilities spotlessly clean throughout the day. Great view of the sea and lighthouse. The site is a great base for local walks or day trips along the coast....
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