Newcastle Codebreaking Walk

What a wonderful place the owners have created—a relaxing, quiet, back-to-nature experience with plenty of space. Our children were so interested in the eco-friendly side of everything, and they absolutely loved seeing the alpacas and chickens. Kirkharle Courtyard just up the road is lovely; the kids enjoyed the playpark, and the food at The Running Fox was amazing! The owners couldn't have been more helpful and welcoming. We can't wait to stay again!

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We have just got home from a lovely weekend at KMF campsite and could not be more pleased with our stay. Myself and my partner were looking for a campsite to rent out in full for a weekend for a joint hen and stag party, we wanted the whole place as we planned on having some games and activities that we didn’t want to be a nuisance with to other people staying. Having put the feelers out it’s safe to say most places were not exactly keen to have a hen and stag party at their campsite which I sort of expected, but from as soon as I sent the first email to Paul and Gillian to gauge their interest they made us feel welcome. We booked well in advance so I had a fair few questions in the lead up which they were always swift to answer. They were present on arrival and gave us the full tour of all the animals, and what ground we had to work with for our tents/marquee etc, they set us up with the bbq/firepits and let us know to just drop a text or call if we needed anything. Over the weekend we played our games, and I occasionally dropped a text over the ask for more firewood, or something from their fridges we had stored and they were always super quick to answer. They offered us more hot chocolates when the weather took a cold turn, and had even put out some mr/mrs decorations and balloons for us. We had a lovely walk with the alpacas and fed the sheep as part of the group booking and learned all about them which we loved. On departure Paul and Gillian both popped across to say goodbye and gave us a bird feeder filled with alpaca wool for birds nests with a lovely little personalised note in for our stay. We had the shepherds hut as part of our booking which was so cosy! And also the bell tent which was great to use as a communal area. Overall I cannot rate this place enough, the site is in a beautiful location, the camping pitches are massive and well spread out, and the hosts are some of the best I have ever encountered for any stay anywhere! Thank you very much again Paul and Gillian, we had a lovely time.

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Wonderful experience staying here in the shepherd's hut for 3 days at the end of June. Appreciated the responsiveness and warm hospitality and it's beautiful area to be in with low flying birds, perfectly kept pitches. The hut may look tiny but was really comfortable and well-equipped-- kettle, coffees, camping stove, and the loan of a coolbox. Good views, and just right somehow. Pull-out table inside, and table and chairs outside. Beautiful spot and easy to get to as well. A really good experience; thank you and would love to come back. Thanks Gillian and Paul.

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We had a lovely stay. Pitches are spread out which gives a sense of privacy, and it is a very peaceful place to be. Paul and Gillian are top hosts and really work hard to provide any information that’s needed, and to ensure a comfortable site with a commitment to the environment. The composting toilets are great (please look up how to use them if you’re not familiar) and the showers work brilliantly. As well as Kirkharle Courtyard, the campsite is ideally located for a parkrun, some National Trust treasures, and lovely walks - including Hadrian’s Wall. We hope to return!

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