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Co Durham, North East

Bonners Lodge

— (0)Price on Pitchup54.852°N, 1.833°W
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The soft crunch of gravel underfoot and the wide-open skies of the Durham countryside set the tone at this no-nonsense touring site. Birdsong drifts across the pitches on clear mornings, while evening light stretches long across the fields, offering that particular stillness that only rural County Durham delivers.

This is a straightforward choice for tourers, caravanners, and campers who want a reliable base for exploring the North East without fuss. You're in prime position for Durham's historic heart, the heritage coastline, and the wild beauty of the North Pennines. Families after space, couples seeking countryside calm, and anyone passing through the region will find it fits the bill.

Facilities cover the essentials—clean toilets and showers keep things comfortable whatever the season, and year-round opening means you're welcome even when other sites have shuttered for winter. Check about campfires when you arrive, as policies can vary. The vibe is practical and peaceful, a place where the landscape does the talking.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
20°C
Overcast
17 mph
72%
7-Day Outlook
Today
20° / 15°
75%
Sat
20° / 11°
31%
Sun
18° / 7°
2%
Mon
19° / 13°
37%
Tue
27° / 14°
14%
Wed
22° / 12°
6%
Thu
18° / 11°
4%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

11 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Consett Steel and Swords

Hiking routeLocal network
1.66 km from campsite
Operator: Walk & Talk Trust

Consett Heritage Trail

Hiking routeLocal network
1.82 km from campsite
Operator: Project Genesis
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Way of Light

Hiking routeRegional network
5.07 km from campsite
Operator: Northern Saints Project
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Newlands to Shotley Bridge

Walking route
4.7 km from campsite
Route length: 2 km

Boundary Walk

Walking routeLocal network
7.81 km from campsite
Route length: 7.5 km
Operator: Forestry England

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Fisheries within 10 km

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