Small and off-grid, Tranwell Farm is a Greener Camping Club certificated site set in the tranquil Northumbrian countryside. As well as spacious pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes, there's a Stargazer Bell Tent and shepherd's hut. Just two miles from Morpeth and within easy reach of many attractions, majestic castles and sandy beaches - a 20-minute drive to Druridge Bay. Come and enjoy the gentle birdsong, views and fields dotted by sheep!

Family and dog friendly site in the heart of Northumberland

A dark sky stargazer's paradise, close to Northumberland National Park

Short drive to market town of Morpeth, 20 - 30 minutes to the sandy coast

About Tranwell Farm Certificated Site

Tranwell is an award-winning small, family-run site set in the heart of the Northumberland countryside. This is an off-grid site surrounded by wildlife and caters to couples and families who want a relaxing break, yet ideal for walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers. There are two hardstanding pitches for caravans/campervans and five adult-only grass tent pitches. You'll be pitched up in an old pasture meadow surrounded by lush greenery and away from the main farmyard. Please note that there are no electric hook-ups here. If you are looking for a glamping experience the glamping pods are equipped with a double bed, a kitchenette area, small table and chairs and log burner to keep you warm in the winter months. The uniquely designed Stargazer bell tent is perfect for glampers. Nestled in its secluded location, it's fully furnished with a log burning stove, comfy king-sized double bed, folding camp bed, solar lighting, cooking utensils, crockery, and cutlery. Poppy's Hut, the luxury shepherd's hut, has a log burning stove to keep you cosy and warm and is fully equipped for a relaxing stay with its ensuite and kitchen. If you are looking for a quiet spot to sit back, stargaze and get away from it all, this is the site for you. If you are looking for a place to stay up late drinking and making noise, this is not the site for you! As a Greener Camping Club certificated site, you'll need to be a member to come and stay, but the site can easily sign you up for membership when you arrive.  Campfires are permitted in the on-site fire pits, which are available to hire but must be extinguished by 10pm. Pets with well-behaved owners are permitted. Please keep pets on a lead at all times.

Camping and touring, and the pods are available from 7th April until 31st October. Stargazer bell tent is open 7th April until 30th September. Poppy shepherd's hut is available all year.

Green Tourism (Gold)

Facilities and amenities

Site facilities include a pot wash area, ice pack freezing and a dog walk area as well as a toilet and shower block. Fire pits are also available to hire. Although there is no WiFi onsite, you're in a good area for mobile phone and TV reception so picking up a signal shouldn't be a problem.

The site is within a 25 minute walking distance of St Mary's Inn, a dog friendly pub.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

We are the third generation to farm at Tranwell and are a family that is passionate about nature and wildlife. Over the past 60 years, we have established a nature reserve, planted thousands of trees and are members of the nature-friendly farming network.

You'll even find a small flock of rare breed Coloured Ryeland Sheep on a low stocking density to encourage a rich diversity of nature to share the farm with us.

We are also very passionate about being as eco-friendly as possible, so solar panels power the site. We encourage guests to think about reducing, reusing and recycling their waste whilst they are with us.


Map and address

Park address

Tranwell Farm Certificated Site,

Tranwell, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 6BH

Coordinates

55.1425, -1.7216 | NZ 17 83

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Tranwell Farm Certificated Site is ideal for...

Couples

Members only

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 13 accommodation options on-site

5 x Jumbo Tent Pitches (Adult Only)

Max 2 people

Non electric spacious 10m x 10m grass pitches, each with its own fire pit. Suitable for for tents and trailer tents.

3 x Hardstanding Pitches

Max 2 people

Hardstanding 10m x 10m pitches without electric. Suitable for caravans, campervans, motorhomes and trailer tents. Space for a vehicle and grass surrounding for an awning and a car.


Tranwell Farm Certificated Site reviews

4.84 /5

16 reviews

94%

would recommend

Overall
4.84
Location
4.69
Value for money
4.94
Service
4.88
Facilities
4.75
Cleanliness
4.94

Short stay

Caroline M

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VW-Type Campervan - Hardstanding PitchesJul 2024

A lovely, quiet campsite with good facilities.

Lovely, peaceful, eco site

Julian J

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VW-Type Campervan - Hardstanding PitchesJul 2024

Lovely site with a variety of accommodation types, from glamping to tents. We were in a van and had a great stay on hardstanding. Hot showers and clean loos in a shepherd's hut and a covered pot washing station with hot water. The site is really peaceful and chilled out. Nice and quiet at night. It's off grid so no hook-up.

2 nights stay

Karen W

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Motorhome - Hardstanding PitchesJun 2024

Five star site, beautifully created and together. Wish we were still there, we will definitely be back and recommending a stay there for friends. Thank you 🤩

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Interested in staying at Tranwell Farm Certificated Site?

Call 07947 598832 to book.

Unfortunately Tranwell Farm Certificated Site doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.


FAQ

Well behaved dogs are welcome on the camping pitches and in the shepherd's hut, there is even a designated dog walk area. Please always keep them on their leads as Tranwell Farm is a working farm with livestock. Do note there is a small fee and a maximum of 2 dogs per pitch/unit.

BBQs and campfires are great additions to camping and both allowed at Tranwell Farm. It is asked that they be purpose built with cinder / ash collection trays and raised off the ground. Due to their fire risk please do not use disposable BBQs.

Tranwell Farm is within 15 minutes of Northumberlandia, the perfect walk that offers something a little different. Also, within 15 minutes is Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, see the inspiration taken from ancient Greek Temples and medieval ruins. If you're looking for a family friendly day out head down the road to Whitehouse Farm Centre, spend the day feeding the animals, enjoying tractor rides, or playing in the adventure playground.

You are welcome to check in between 1pm and 10pm. Please advise the site if you are delayed. Departure is due before 1pm on your last day.

Awnings and gazebos are welcome free of charge and pup tents can be bought for a small fee.


The site is just three miles (30 to 40-minute walk) from the historic Market town of Morpeth. Morpeth is a bustling market town with a modern walk-through arcade shopping centre, many artisan shops, and a fabulous selection of restaurants and tea rooms.

You can walk along the river and around Carlisle park to visit the gardens and have tea at the pavilion. Climb the steps to the top of Haa Hill, then walk on up through the trees to Morpeth Castle. In the summer, you can hire a little rowing boat down by the river, and the children can play in the park or paddle in the pool.

Pop along the road to the Whitehouse farm and help bottle feed the lambs.

Continue along a few miles towards Ponteland to visit Kirkley Hall Zoo and feed the lorikeets.

Five miles drive to the east, you step back in time and become a miner at the Woodhorn Museum.

Just 15 minutes drive to the south are the arts and culture of Newcastle and Gateshead. Do a spot of shopping at Eldon Square Shopping Centre, become a scientist at the centre of life or immerse yourself in history at the many museums.

The fantastic white sandy beaches of the Northumbrian coast are around 15 minutes drive. Starting with Blyth beach with the best fish and chips and ice creams. From here, you can follow the Northumberland Coastal Route past Drudge Bay.

To the west, you can become a roman soldier for the day on Hadrian's Wall, visit an actual excavation at Vindolanda, Walk to the sycamore gap and pretend you are Robin Hood. Take a scenic hike to see the waterfalls at Hareshaw Linn. While you are over in that direction, enjoy strawberry picking at Brockbushes farm shop.

Twenty minutes drive to the north, you can visit the world's biggest treehouse at the Alnwick gardens and get wet in the fountains (so take a spare change of clothes).

Barter for books in Barter books is reputably the UK's largest second-hand book store where you can sit and sip hot chocolate by their log burning fires. Become a wizard, try broomstick flying at Alnwick Castle, and indulge in handmade chocolates at the Chocolate spa.

On the way home, stop off Felton to visit the running fox cafe or the Northumberland Arms. If you have time, go for a walk with the wallabies at Northumberland Zoo.

Visit the many national trust properties nearby. To get lost in the labyrinth at Cragside, the first house to be lit by hydroelectric power. Enjoy a day's den building at Wallington Hall and gardens and wonder at the grandeur of Seaton Delaval Hall.

Watch a real knights tournament at English Heritage Belsay Castle, spend a day by the coast at Tynemouth and visit the Priory or drive up into the hills of Rothbury to see Brinkburn Priory.

Other things to do include:

  • Crazy golf
  • Amble
  • Walkworth
  • Walkworth Castle
  • Morrick
  • Craster
  • Dunstanburgh Castle
  • Holly Island

Interested in staying at Tranwell Farm Certificated Site?

Call 07947 598832 to book.

Unfortunately Tranwell Farm Certificated Site doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.

4.84 /5

94%

would recommend

The listing for Tranwell Farm Certificated Site was last updated on November 7th, 2024 at 12:27 AM

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