Bolam Lake Camping Paddock
44MJ+6G, Bolam, Morpeth NE20 0HE, UK
View on Google MapsA campsite near Newcastle Upon Tyne
About Bolam Lake Camping Paddock
Tucked beside the tranquil waters of Bolam Lake in rural Northumberland, this straightforward camping paddock offers twelve non-electric grass pitches for those after an unplugged escape. It's a proper back-to-basics setup—bring your own shower kit, as there aren't any on site—but you'll find clean toilets and drinking water, plus a genuinely warm welcome for dogs and families alike.
The lakeside location is the real draw: birdwatchers and walkers make good use of the nature reserve trails looping through ancient woodland, and it's a peaceful spot to watch the water at dusk. While facilities are fairly minimal, the pitch-up-and-explore vibe suits campers happy to trade creature comforts for countryside calm and easy access to wider Northumberland, with Newcastle just a half-hour drive when you fancy civilisation.
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Pitch types
- 12 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout.
Lodges & pods
- 1 bedroom on-site touring caravan (no electricity)
- Betty bell tent
Hook-up
No electric hook-up listed — worth confirming directly if you're bringing a caravan or motorhome.
Facilities
Takeaway & food delivery
Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.
Just Eat — 5 takeaways deliver to this postcode (NE20 0HE)
Stellar Sips and Snacks
5.0 · Groceries, Alcohol
Sweet Stop
5.0 · Desserts, Milkshakes
NaanStop
5.0 · Indian, Curry
Panda Kingdom
4.5 · Chinese, Asian
Tiger Kingdom
4.5 · Chinese, Pan-Asian
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Deliveroo — 3 restaurants nearby
Panda Kingdom
Tiger Kingdom
China City Newcastle
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on deliveroo.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Co-op, Morpeth 7.2 miles
- Lidl, Morpeth 7.5 miles
- Morrisons, Morpeth 7.7 miles
- Sainsbury's, Newcastle upon Tyne 7.7 miles
- Aldi, Bedlington 10.9 miles
- Asda, Cramlington 11.4 miles
- Tesco, Newcastle upon Tyne 11.7 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Opening hours
- Bolam Lake Camping Paddock is open from 03/04 to 30/10.
What visitors say
Great, friendly staff, clean toilets and an amazing location, highly recommend booking this campsite!
a month ago · via Google
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