Sharpley Camping

The crunch of gravel underfoot and the distant call of curlews drifting across open Durham moorland signal your arrival at this no-frills, back-to-basics site. Sharpley Camping sits in the rolling countryside of County Durham, where working farmland meets wild upland edges—a proper slice of the North East that feels refreshingly untouched by gloss or gimmicks.

This is a spot for campers who prefer simplicity: those who arrive with everything they need and appreciate a pitch where they can set up without fuss. Tent campers, caravanners and campervan tourers will all find space here, with the essentials—clean toilets and showers—on hand. The wider region offers access to Durham's historic city, the North Pennines AONB, and quiet market towns tucked into river valleys.

What you get is honest, straightforward camping in a rural setting. Campfires may be permitted, so it's worth asking on arrival if you fancy an evening by the flames. The vibe is peaceful, unpretentious, and suited to those who value landscape and tranquillity over entertainment.