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Ivy Hall Farm Campsite
Bowes
Barnard Castle
Co Durham   (Browse area)
DL12 9LL
Tel: 07444151489
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Pitches: 15
Open: 27/04/2026 to 02/10/2026
           

Rating: Average Review Score: 9/10 from 60 Reviews
                9/10 from 60 Reviews


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 Electric Hookups   No Hardstandings   No Fully Serviced Pitches   Show Full Facilities
Who's it for
 Families Welcome   Not Members Only   No Rallies   Not Naturist Site 
 Dogs Welcome   No Dogs Allowed   Groups Welcome   Motorbikers Welcome 
Facilities
 Toilet Facilities   Hot Showers   Washing Up   No Bathroom 
 No Baby Changing   No Laundry   Drinking Water   Disabled Friendly 
 Chemical Disposal   No Battery Charging   No Gas Exchange   Recycling Facilities 
 No Kitchen Facilities   No Freezer / Fridge   No Motorhome Point   No Wifi Access 
 Shop <5 miles   Bar <1 mile   Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile 
Activities
 Kids Playground   No TV Room   No Games Room   No Evening Ents 
 No Fishing   Wild Swimming <1 mile   Indoor Pool <5 miles   No Outdoor Pool 
 No Horse Riding   No Cycle Hire   No Golf   No Tennis 
 No Beach   No Watersports   No Boat Launch 
Other Features
 No Sea Views   Working Farm   No Campfires Allowed 
 No Waterside Pitches   Public Transport <1 mile  Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 

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Date of Visit: August 2022 Unit:  Tent
Nights stayed: 4 Travelling as:  Family with young children
Reviewer: Amym96 1 review from this member

 Had a lovely few days here and would definitely return.

Such a lovely site in a fab location, facilities were immaculate and the little honesty shop had everything you could possibly think of!

The pitches were spacious and we could let the kids run around the field and the park but still see them which meant we could actually relax as well!

Some lovely walks from the site down to the river and the waterfalls and a short drive into Barnard castle to the nearest shops /supermarket. 
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Date of Visit: August 2022 Unit:  Tent
Nights stayed: 2 Travelling as:  Solo traveller
Reviewer: Capples 1 review from this member

 Lovely little family site in a great location for exploring outdoors.

Castle, waterfall, picnic areas and wild swimming within ten minutes walk. Pitches are a good size, and lots of space on camping field.

Facilities, loos/shower/washing up area/bins and waste disposal all clean and well kept. Beautiful views over the Pennines.

Lovely little shop, children's play area and dogs on leads welcome, fire pits for rent, and a friendly welcome. Enjoyed the chickens and rabbits running around.

Would definitely go back. Easy to find off the A66 ( there is a hum of traffic in the background but it didn't spoil the experience). Good places to eat locally.

The area has lots to offer, pretty towns and villages, good walking country. 


Date of Visit: July 2022  Confirmed Booking Unit:  Motorhome
Nights stayed: 1 Travelling as:  Young couple
Reviewer: Trisp7 1 review from this member

 Very peaceful place to stay. A lot of space and clean services.

Shower and toilets were super clean.

Footpath just next to the camp.

Great restaurant just next to it. 
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Date of Visit: July 2022 Unit:  Tent
Nights stayed: 3 Travelling as:  Family with young children
Reviewer: Sotty 2 reviews from this member

 Lovely site

Camped with family

Very clean

The views are amazing

Bows castle is nice also

Walks are good as well and the animal's on the farm the pigs and piglets chicken

Walk to Mill force water fall, two small ones and a big one

Lovely so calm

The owners and their family were very lovely people

Defo going back again 
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Date of Visit: July 2022  Confirmed Booking Unit:  Tent
Nights stayed: 1 Travelling as:  Solo traveller
Reviewer: Mosull 1 review from this member

 I camped here for a night while doing a section of the Pennine Way - the campsite is right on the way with a gate leading on to the footpath itself.

It's in a great location, right next to Bowes castle and a couple of minutes walk from the village, with views of the castle and the Greta valley.

It's a great campsite. The woman attending (don't know her name, sorry!) was really helpful and friendly. The shower and toilet facilities were spotless.

Walkers should be aware that there is no shop in Bowes so stock up before arriving.

The hotel (the Unicorn) serves food but was all booked up when I visited which apparently is common. (Luckily a friendly family on a caravan trip at the campsite offered me some of their barbecue. )

There is a nice little shop on the campsite where you can buy snacks and a few handy items e. G. Shampoo or sticking plasters. Bowes Social Club is nearby which is a friendly local place for a drink.

Highly recommend the campsite - just a very pleasant place to stay. 


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Date of Visit: June 2022  Confirmed Booking Unit:  Campervan
Nights stayed: 3 Travelling as:  Retired couple
Reviewer: Danced 1 review from this member

 A warm & friendly welcome awaits you at Ivy Hall Farm.

Stunning location & extremely clean facilities.

A large pitch with EHU.

All correspondence was efficient & friendly.

Love the honesty caravan - well stocked as no shop in the village.

Great base for exploring the area.

Would highly recommend this campsite. 
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Date of Visit: June 2022  Confirmed Booking Unit:  Touring Caravan
Nights stayed: 1 Travelling as:  Solo traveller
Reviewer: Chrise 1 review from this member

 On arrival at Ivy Hall Farm, I was greeted by a very friendly likeable gentleman who gave me all the information I could need. Based on first impressions, a genuine man who would do whatever he could for you. Well done.

I was amazed on seeing the extremely well kept site and short mown lawn that I have never seen such a quality workman/work women ship anywhere.

I like the fact that there was labels on the recycling bin as to what you can put in them as it varies from county to county.

I liked all the clean water services, spotless toilets and shower.

I was also very impressed by the adequately stocked shop to included dvd’s and books with an honesty box which is getting rarer in this day and age but a nice homely touch.

Ivy Hall Farm is the best camp site I have ever stayed on bar none.

It is a well deserved credit to the owners and all involved.

Thank you for a memorable stay. 


Date of Visit: April 2022  Confirmed Booking Unit:  Tent
Nights stayed: 1 Travelling as:  Solo traveller
Reviewer: KeithD 2 reviews from this member

 Good flat field, friendly and helpful reception when I arrived.

Honesty shop set up in an old caravan which is essential given the lack of shops in Bowes. 
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Date of Visit: September 2021  Confirmed Booking Unit:  Campervan
Nights stayed: 2 Travelling as:  Solo traveller
Reviewer: Ruthgo 1 review from this member

 Beautiful location, close to a main road but you feel it’s miles from anywhere. Barnard castle is a short drive for any shopping or petrol etc

The site is maintained to the highest standard and is very clean, grass mown regularly, EHU points safe.

The washing up facilities were nicely away from the loo block, bins and chemical emptying point

There are thoughtful touches such as an honest shop for anything you’ve forgotten

The picnic bench sited to make the most of the very best view

The young lady doing the cleaning and mowing is to be commended on her hard work

The site owners met me each time I’ve stayed and were polite and friendly

The play park looked great too 
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Date of Visit: September 2021  Confirmed Booking Unit:  Campervan
Nights stayed: 2 Travelling as:  Mature couple
Reviewer: Sueboy 1 review from this member

 A beautiful friendly site with stunning views.

Facilities are basic but spotless, pitches are generous and the caravan honesty shop a quirky delight.

I would definitely recommend this site look forward to going again.

Thank you Shena 
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Is Ivy Hall Farm Campsite child friendly?  YES, it accepts children & has a playground  View all facilities

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