Hammer and Pincers

The crunch of gravel underfoot and the distant call of curlews drifting across the Durham moorland announce your arrival at this straightforward, no-frills campsite. Tucked into the North East's rolling countryside, Hammer and Pincers offers a genuine escape from the everyday, where the night sky stretches vast and unpolluted above your pitch.

This is a site for campers who value simplicity and space over bells and whistles – whether you're touring in a caravan, exploring in a campervan, or pitching a tent beneath the stars. The Durham Dales and heritage coastline lie within striking distance, making it an excellent base for walkers and cyclists keen to discover this often-overlooked corner of England.

With clean toilet and shower blocks covering the essentials, Hammer and Pincers keeps things refreshingly uncomplicated. The campfire policy is worth checking when you arrive – there's nothing quite like the flicker of flames after a day tramping the moors. Expect a peaceful, down-to-earth atmosphere where the landscape does the talking.