# Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site β€” Camping in Newcastle upon Tyne > Wooded valley site at Rowlands Gill, about 9 miles south-west of Newcastle city centre Source: https://staycation.co.uk/newcastle-upon-tyne/camping/derwent-park-caravan-and-camping-site (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. RV Parkβ›Ί Tent Camping🚐 Caravans🐾 Dogs Welcome # Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site The Derwent Park Bungalow, Rowlands Gill NE39 1LG, UK [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15759767846195464799&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) **In short:** Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site is a caravan park in Newcastle upon Tyne, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 543 Google reviews, with dogs welcome and pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes. Details checked 6 August 2026 Β· source: Google Places Wooded valley site at Rowlands Gill, about 9 miles south-west of Newcastle city centre ## About Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site Newcastle has no campsite of its own, and Derwent Park is the closest properly equipped option to the city. It sits on the edge of Rowlands Gill in the Derwent Valley, roughly nine miles south-west of the centre, and is run by Gateshead Council rather than a holiday company, which shows in the pricing and in the unhurried feel of the place. The setting is green and enclosed, with the River Derwent and the wooded slopes of the valley immediately beyond the boundary. The layout separates the two halves of the site neatly. Caravans and motorhomes go on a level grassed area with hardstanding bays and electric hook-up on every pitch, while tents are pitched in a natural woodland glade that is left to grow wild flowers through the summer. That makes it noticeably more attractive than the average municipal site for anyone under canvas. There is a heated toilet and shower block with accessible facilities, a laundry, chemical disposal and a small play area for children. Dogs are welcome on leads. There is no shop or bar, so stock up in Rowlands Gill village, which is a few minutes walk away and has a Co-op, a chip shop and a couple of pubs. The location earns its keep. The Derwent Walk, a traffic-free railway path for walkers and cyclists, passes close by and runs seventeen miles between Swalwell and Consett. The National Trust estate at Gibside, with its chapel and long avenue, is barely two miles off, and Beamish open air museum is a short drive south. Buses run into Newcastle from the village, and the Metrocentre and the western end of the Metro network are both easily reached, so you can spend the day in the city and be back among the trees by evening. ## What's nearby - Endeavour Fitness next door - Vale of Derwent Social Club next door - Maguires Chip Shop next door - The Tavern 200m away - Gardner & Wake 250m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - βœ“Free car park - βœ“Paid car park - βœ“Free street ### Accessibility - βœ“Accessible parking - βœ“Accessible entrance - βœ“Accessible toilet Details via Google β€” worth confirming with the site before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Can I bring...? β›Ί Tent pitches βœ“ Yes ⚑ Electric: not specified 🚐 Caravans welcome βœ“ Yes 🚌 Motorhomes welcome βœ“ Yes ✨ Glamping available βœ• No πŸ›– Lodges & statics βœ• No ## Hook-up ⚑ Electric hook-up βœ“ πŸ”Œ EV charging βœ• ## Facilities 🚿 Hot showers βœ“ πŸ“Ά Free WiFi βœ• 🏊 Swimming pool βœ• πŸ›’ Onsite shop βœ• 🎠 Children's play area βœ“ πŸ– BBQs allowed βœ• πŸ”₯ Campfires allowed βœ• 🧺 Laundry βœ• 🎣 Fishing βœ• πŸ› Hot tub βœ• β™Ώ Accessible facilities βœ• πŸ…ΏοΈ Hardstanding pitches βœ• 🍽️ Bar/restaurant on site βœ• 🚻 Toilets on site βœ“ ## Takeaway & food delivery Handy if you fancy a night off cooking β€” here's what delivers near this site. ### πŸ₯‘ Just Eat β€” 234 takeaways deliver to this postcode (NE39 1LG) Harvey's Fish Bar β˜… 5.0 Β· Fish & Chips, Pizza 1771 Club House β˜… 5.0 Β· Italian, Lunch Oh My Cod β˜… 5.0 Β· Fish & Chips, Kebab Sainsbury's - Denton Burn Whickham View Local β˜… 5.0 Β· Groceries, Alcohol Craft Burger - Gateshead β˜… 5.0 Β· Burgers, Chicken Checked 26 Aug 2026 β€” always confirm on [justeat.co.uk](https://www.just-eat.co.uk/) before ordering, as coverage can change. ### πŸ›΅ Deliveroo β€” 89 restaurants nearby McDonald's Wingstop Taco Bell KFC Burger King Checked 26 Aug 2026 β€” always confirm on [deliveroo.co.uk](https://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, Newcastle upon Tyne 2.1 miles - Lidl, Newcastle upon Tyne 3.1 miles - Morrisons, Blaydon-on-Tyne 3.2 miles - Asda, Gateshead 3.6 miles - Aldi, Gateshead 3.7 miles - Tesco, Stanley 4.4 miles - Sainsbury's 5.1 miles Straight-line distances β€” the drive will be longer. Store data Β© [OpenStreetMap contributors](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright). ## Location The Derwent Park Bungalow, Rowlands Gill NE39 1LG, UK [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.9209737%2C-1.7377489) ## What visitors say alireza tale β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… β­β­β­β˜†β˜† I have visited Druridge Bay Country Park several times, but unfortunately it is not a place that I find particularly cosy or relaxing for a picnic. The area is spacious and has some nice views, but it lacks the warm and welcoming atmosphere that I personally look for when spending time outdoors with family. There are other parks and picnic spots in the region that I find more enjoyable and comfortable. That said, it may still appeal to people who enjoy open spaces, walking and nature. a month ago Β· via Google Jane Bradney β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Never stayed at the park and can only get on it if have pass, but their park areas are great the kids always asking to go to 'sandpark'. Location is ok right by Gibside national trust 4 months ago Β· via Google Lisa Taylor β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Free parking, play area with sand and water, play area for bigger kids, large picnic field, crazy golf and easy access to the river for a nice walk. Dog friendly. Lovely free day out with a picnic. a year ago Β· via Google Molly Goodbarn β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Great Caravan Park. Lots of green space around the area with a caged football/basketball pitch and playground for younger and older children. The younger childrens playarea is fenced with a large sand pit. Crazy golf area. Lovely river area too which is great for a dip or swim. Caravan park also has a small shop that sells ice creams, nets, bucket/spades etc. Although it is cash only a year ago Β· via Google [More campsites in Newcastle upon Tyne](https://staycation.co.uk/newcastle-upon-tyne/camping) β˜… 4.4 (543 reviews) From Β£22 per night [Visit website](https://www.facebook.com/p/Derwent-Park-Caravan-Site-100058838384217/?locale=en_GB&utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=campsite) [01207 543383](tel:01207543383) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Newcastle upon Tyne **County** Tyne and Wear **Dogs allowed** βœ… Yes **Electric hook-up** βœ… Yes 🏨 ### Prefer a hotel nearby? Browse hotels and B&Bs in Newcastle upon Tyne. [Hotels in Newcastle upon Tyne β†’](https://staycation.co.uk/newcastle-upon-tyne/hotels) ### 🏨 Prefer a roof? Stays near Newcastle upon Tyne Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site? Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site? Call Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site on +44 1207 543383. ## More near Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Oak Tree Inn β˜… 4.5 Β· 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stanley/hotels/oak-tree-inn) - [The Beamish Park Hotel β˜… 4.5 Β· 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/newcastle-upon-tyne/hotels/the-beamish-park-hotel) - [The Gibside Hotel β˜… 4.2 Β· 2.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/newcastle-upon-tyne/hotels/the-gibside-hotel) - [Black Horse Beamish β˜… 4.3 Β· 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stanley/hotels/black-horse-beamish) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Stable House β˜… 5.0 Β· 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/gateshead/cottages/stable-house-uk3434) - [Tiny House Railway Carriage Number 1 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/gateshead/cottages/tiny-house-railway-carriage-number-1-uk3436) - [The Old Sawmill 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/the-old-sawmill-syk1193767) - [The Horse Box 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/gateshead/cottages/the-horse-box-syk1196219) ### Campsites nearby - [West Wood Yurts (Cut Thorn Farm) β˜… 4.8 Β· 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tyne-wear/camping/west-wood-yurts-cut-thorn-farm) - [West Wood Glamping β˜… 4.8 Β· 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/newcastle-upon-tyne/camping/west-wood-glamping) - [Brockwell Wood β˜… 4.5 Β· 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tyne-wear/camping/brockwell-wood) - [Byreside Caravan Site β˜… 4.6 Β· 3.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/newcastle-upon-tyne/camping/byreside-caravan-site) ### Things to do nearby - [Curious About Newcastle 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/newcastle-upon-tyne/attractions/curious-about-newcastle) - [Huntfun Newcastle upon Tyne 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/newcastle-upon-tyne/attractions/huntfun-newcastle-upon-tyne) - [Gibside β˜… 4.8 Β· 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/gateshead/attractions/gibside) - [Tanfield Railway β˜… 4.7 Β· 2.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/marley-hill/attractions/tanfield-railway)