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The site is tucked away well into the countryside. The pitches are fairly spacious and are split between two fields one for tents and one with hook-ups. There was nobody to meet us but another couple advised that they had been told to choose a pitch and the owner would see us later, which she did.
There was no access to the river, which we hadn't realised and as with previous reviews we had to agree the toilet and washing facilities were lacking. You were asked to remove your shoes when entering the static caravan which housed a toilet, and shower and bath. However the carpet was damp and this felt uncomfortable. There are 2 further outdoor toilets in little huts that worked well with lights inside that helped but I don't think the toilet / shower facilities were enough for those camping.
It was a peaceful & tranquil site that I think needs better facilities.
I have been here several times and it is always peaceful and welcoming. There is no shop but the mobile home with comfortable sitting room complete with radio, video-player and tea making facilities makes up for that.
There is a BATH as well a shower. Phones can be charged. Love this place!
We arrived by bicycle down the steep slope to the site, so steep we felt safest to get off and push.
No one was on site to welcome us and we didn't see any sign of anyone in charge during our stay. We found a space by the river which was quiet, but did suffer from an early sunset given its at the bottom of a valley.
I found out in the instructions for the site that no one is allowed near the river or in it as the rights are owned by an angling club. So don't book this expecting the kids to be able to play in the water.
Other have described the caravan lounge/kitchen/washing facility. The additional toilets had gel hand sanitisers, but people were using the loos and then hand washing in the same sink people were using for washing up and food preparation, which isn't ideal.
I was up early enough to get to use the shower, but could not get the hot water to be anything more than warmish, the controls being somewhat confusing. I suspect a pressure issue. The bath (with dinosaurs for the kids) had been proving popular the night before.
If you are thinking of going into Warkworth for food as we did, the route via the ford does have a footbridge, but we had to get off the bikes, take shoes off and paddle through the water. The height changes from river side to where the roads are means the route to the site the long way round is just as easy as you trade miles for hills.
Yes I'd stay again, but I would echo the comments that it needs more than one shower and wash basins in the loos.
(Note: My low score for customer service is because I didn't see anyone to experience anything. I cannot not give a score and as there's no not applicable rating. )
We had a tent and a campervan booked as 2 separate units although requested to be together – we were told this would be no problem. On arrival the owner was very nice and helpful. We were told they had made a mess of the bookings and that we would either have to go on one pitch together (4 man tent and a campervan), or that we would have to move after the 2nd night of our 3 night stay (and I don’t mean move one pitch over).
We opted to go on one pitch as the pitches were large, however we were offered no discount. We were advised she had already asked others to move, so couldn’t ask them again – so this was not a one off.
The site is split into 2 areas, one at the top of the field / hill next to the facilities and reasonably flat, the other down a field / hill, the grass was fairly long with only the bit you pitch your tent / park up on cut, therefore your feet were always soaking.
The walk over to the toilets / dish washing facilities was long and although they were clean, there was only one sink to wash your dishes in and one shower (which was in a bathroom complete with toilet, bath, sink etc – although you had no time to use the facilities as there were always people waiting).
There was another very small toilet and sink. All of these are in a static caravan and you were requested to take all shoes (including flip flops) off at the door – meaning there was a trip hazard of several pairs of boots / shoes every time lying around the front door area as well as people queuing (from 6am – 10. 30pm). There is a further 2 toilets in 2 separate wooden huts next to the static caravan but neither had hand washing facilities – is this legal!?
There were approx. Just under 80-100 people there during our stay.
The site is tucked away in the countryside beside a river (although no access down to the river, but plenty of midgies, especially down the hill) so is a very quiet place, but you need to drive to the local shop or anywhere else you go.
The directions on their website sound as though the next bit (train crossing, farm turning etc) is just round the corner, but it’s not – it’s a ½ mile or so on, so don’t do what we did and think you are on the wrong road – you possibly aren’t!
It was a nice site and the owner was pleasant, but with a bit more thought and better facilities (especially down in the field area) it would have been much better.
Beautiful site. Wonderfully friendly welcome. We stayed for one night. Pitches are a really good size. The shower/toilet is the only let down -as mentioned - the bathroom of a static caravan. The carpeted room contains a traditional suite with shower/bath & toilet.
When we stayed the site was quiet but we still had to queue in the morning & evening for showers. If the site was full, I think it would be unbearable. Although there are 3 additional toilets, the facilities are no where near adequate for the site. Also, if someone runs the tap in the kitchen, the water pressure in the shower drops. It's such a shame because this is the only fault.
We had a slow stroll into the town, which took just over an hour. It's a pleasant walk with a fantastic meal in the Masons Arms waiting.
Totally agree with the comment of the other two reviews posted in May 2017. We stayed here for a couple of nigh during late May. We followed the directions provided and found the site no bother. Accessed through the country roads, then down the track to the site.
Really remote and quiet, but still relatively close to Warkworth and Amble. When we arrived, were met by Claire, nice friendly welcome. Were shown to our pitch on the touring area next to the house. A nice bit. There is also a large camping area down by the river. Don’t think there is any EHU there.
A pretty relaxing couple of days and met some really nice people on site. The facilities are interesting. A static caravan is used and has a shower room, with bath and toilet and a separate toilet room. Kitchen area as well as a sitting area with a TV.
There are also a couple of separate toilets within wooden huts at side of the caravan. I think the facilities in the static caravan are predominately for the use of tent campers / wild campers, but we used them, although could be an issue if the site is really busy.
All in all the facilities worked well. Claire was always about, if you needed to ask anything. The walk into Warkworth is about 1. 5 (ish) miles through the nearby static caravan site and crossing the river. Should take 30 – 40 minutes. A nice walk and certainly enjoyed by our dog.
Warkworth is quite small, but really nice and has a very good Castle to visit. We also walked down to Amble, which is another 25 – 30 minutes. A good path at the side of the road. Also, the beach at Warkworth is nice. Certainly when the tide is out, you can walk a good distance in both directions. There is a car park for the beach, but you can also walk from the village.
I really liked the location of this site and as the weather was really good, that was an additional bonus.
Tents get the best treatment (along with small vans happy to go off grid), with spacious riverside pitches, and maybe nocturnal sheepy neighbours. Oh, and you'll have owls to serenade your nights too. What bliss.
Caravans and campervan wanting to hook up stay nearer to the house, again with plenty of personal all space.
The static caravan for facilities is inspired, especially for those camping old style. Smallest site we've visited where you can bath your kids when they're cold and wet. Any whip up hot choc or quick food in the microwave.
Being away from bright lights, down a long stone track keeps the more demanding clientele away. For that reason, there isn't a problem accessing loos / shower, your fellow campers will be appreciative of the facilities and considerate of others wanting to use them. Well worth putting an extra pound in the honesty box.
It's a lovely walk down to Warkworth, which is well worth a few hours of your time, then you can carry on out to Amble using off-road routes.
Nestled in a bend on the river Coquet with a large area for pitches.
Picturesque walk into Warkworth through a wood and onto a path following the river then across a bridge into town (via the Castle if you like) Masons Arms pub in town for good beer and food. Just been refurbished and streets ahead of dull competition.
Owner very helpful and friendly (went out of her way to call and advise that gates might be shut for livestock)
Facilities unique and more than adequate, even has a bath ! My partner loved it.
Walkmill had a lovely friendly vibe. We visited in August so it was peak time. There were 3 distinct areas - the top field by the farmhouse (caravans and campervans with hook up), a bottom field of tents and the circle field with only four tents or campervans. Although the site was busy, each area is quite distinct and there is loads of extra space in the field for running around, walking the dog, flying a kite etc.
At first we felt the facilities were a bit limited (one one shower / bathroom for the whole campsite - and that room also contained one of the 4 loos and 2 basins). But everyone staying on the campsite was very considerate, nobody was in a rush and it's no problem to have a shower at quieter times. My teenage son was delighted to find a chair, table, socket and mobile phone signal in the mobile home!
Warkworth and Amble are attractive little towns with lots of independent shops and good places to eat. We had a stand-up paddle boarding lesson on the River Coquet with Jon at Northside Surf School, which the whole family thoroughly enjoyed. We had our bikes and cycled in to Warkworth over the footbridge one day - it would be quite a long walk, but an easy bike ride. The beaches are all fabulous in Northumberland, so much quieter than Cornwall or Deven and a lot easier and cheaper to park. We would thoroughly recommend Northumberland as a destination and Walkmill as a really lovely place to stay.
Canny easy to find, we had a pitch next to the shed / greenhouse were owners kept dog we stayed 3 nights and only 1 night there dogs barked quite a bit.
Pitch was big.
There was 1 family who were annoying sat drinking while kids ran a mock - but this wasn't owners fault - we were pleased when they left!
Sheep in field above but they were no problem.
There's a static caravan to use 1 shower & bath (in the same room) 1 shower for full campsite so can be a queue.
£1 a person for a shot for use of shower/bath.
Cost us £57 for 3 nights with awning & ehu.
No signal on phone or tv.
Walkworth is nearest village with few shops or there's Amble next village after that.
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
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 
Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
No Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar <5 miles 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <5 miles 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <5 miles 
No Wild Swimming 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
Horse Riding <5 miles 
No Cycle Hire 
Golf <5 miles 
No Tennis 
Beach <5 miles 
Watersports <5 miles 
Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
Campfires Allowed 
Riverside Pitches 
Public Transport <5 miles
No Dog Walk 
The site is tucked away well into the countryside. The pitches are fairly spacious and are split between two fields one for tents and one with hook-ups. There was nobody to meet us but another couple advised that they had been told to choose a pitch and the owner would see us later, which she did. 
