Old Hartley Club Campsite

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Top view

Only 30mins away for us so excellent 2 night weekend getaway. We know the area well but enjoy this coastline so much we never tire of it. Not sure why it has Whitley Bay as its address as its a few miles up the coast in Seaton Sluice, here there are a choice of pubs, best of which is the Kings Arms. Pub next to site (Delaval Arms) is a bit tired inside but people are always friendly and we had a nice lunch. Yes, the site does slope but its not too much of an issue and means that good views are available from most pitches. The only problems it caused me was when the wheels came off my wastemaster and I had to chase them down the site, sure it made those watching chuckle!

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goodshipvega

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Reviewed on 09/08/2015 14:16

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Don't bother

The view is very impressive, however, having said that the rest is unimpressive. Firstly the 'hard standings' are actually not, as you have to drive over grass to park on a small area of gravel. Secondly the toilet block is far too small as we had to queue for showers every day and the shower cubicles are far too small, in fact, smaller than the usual toilet cubicle. Wi-fi was very flakey and did not work in a morning. Needless to say we won't be returning

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philandpaks

Reviewed on 03/08/2015 19:49

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Old Hartley

Overall a most enjoyable 3 night stay in July 2015. The Upside:- Brilliant Wardens; superb views (although not from every pitch); good facilities; friendly local pub 3 minutes away serving wholesome food; good public transport links; excellent fish & chip restaurant in Seaton Sluice. The Downside:- Some pitches are small; some are good or small size and sloping. Overall:- I will return.

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David Ireland

Reviewed on 02/08/2015 20:02

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A little gem of a site which is nearly always full

Juat completed another 4 day visit for a family wedding in nearby whitley bay. Site is ideally located with two bus routes running to Newcastle and Whitley Bay. Pitches small and you need to cross grass to access the hard standing areas. Views outstanding. Cycle path to Whitley bay and Blyth adjacent to site. Bank machine at nearby Co-op which stays open until 2200. Seaton Deleval pub next to site entrance and Bars and Fish and ship shop at Seaton sluice are within walking distance. Toilets very clean door locks had been removed during our visit. Chocks essential for most pitches and we use Millenco Quatro for our motor home. St Marys island is tidal so check access times. Lot of development work under way in Whitley Bay just now. We approach camp site from whitley bay sea front passing the large static holiday park which is signposted from most directions.

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armstrongandy

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Reviewed on 31/07/2015 21:45

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Brilliant

Brilliant site, Brilliant staff, Brilliant location. Really enjoyed the area. Bus service good and close by and runs till late evening. Pub close by food fine staff very pleasant.

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Brad46

Reviewed on 29/07/2015 23:26

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not a level camping field!

Fantastic sea view and cliff top walks make up for site's drawbacks - only one fresh water tap (a climb to it at mh service point) and uneven pitches (levelling blocks a must). It is on a cliff top hill after all. Recommend nearish--by The Alnwick Garden with its huge treehouse/cafe and restaurant, botanical 'scultures' and a riot of flora.

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timsinc

Motorhomer from Durham

Reviewed on 29/07/2015 16:51

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NICE SITE

Site is sloping but worth it for sea and light house views. Shower block dated, but kept very clean by wardens.good bus service near site to Whitley bay and Newcastle. Good fish and chip shop nearby

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ALANJOH

Caravanner from South Yorkshire

Reviewed on 28/07/2015 20:33

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Great Location

Great location. Lovely views of St Mary's island and a pleasure to visit all the historic locations in the vicinity. No facilities for waste, chemical toilet disposal or fresh water at the bottom of the site. Senior citizen's found it difficult to pull the waste containers up the hill. Some pitches needed large leveling blocks to facilitate a level caravan. Some caravans did not look safe at all. Site could do with an upgrade. Still a pleasure to visit the area where I grew up.

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stmcc

Reviewed on 22/07/2015 18:50

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Great Little Site

We only stayed one night, but this is definitely on the list for a return. The views are amazing over the lighthouse and coast. Lovely and quiet, there seemed plenty of space between pitches. Plenty of walks along the cliff tops and easy to travel into Whitley Bay or Newcastle from here. Checking in was easy the warden was friendly especially considering we were on the last minute at 8pm. He explained where everything was, and how we should leave as we were going early the following morning.

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Blueflowerjo

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Reviewed on 21/07/2015 17:29

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Great views

We loved our stay at Old Hartley. The site has the usual facilities expected at club sites but the views over the sea and Saint Marys lighthouse are superb. Several places to eat and drink are an easy walk away and bus transport is available not far from the site. There are lovely walks to nearby villages along the dene or coast as well as great places to visit if you wish to drive. The wardens were very friendly and could not be more helpful. The pitches do slope so blocks are required.

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Reviewed on 21/07/2015 09:58

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