Herding Hill Farm Touring, Camping and Glamping Site
Shield Hill, Haltwhistle NE49 9NW, UK
A campsite near Haltwhistle
About Herding Hill Farm Touring, Camping and Glamping Site
Perched on the Whin Sill between Haltwhistle and the Military Road, Herding Hill Farm has evolved from working smallholding into one of Northumberland's most family-oriented campsites without sacrificing its moorland character. The position — about a mile from Hadrian's Wall and deep inside the International Dark Sky Park — is the real draw. Housesteads, Vindolanda and the Roman Army Museum sit within fifteen minutes' drive, while Steel Rigg, arguably the finest stretch of the Wall Path, is a short hop up the road. Kielder Water lies forty-five minutes north-west.
Pitch options run from grass tent plots and electric hardstanding to fully serviced touring pitches, plus a sizeable glamping fleet: heated wooden pods, ensuite castle pods (some adults-only) and luxury lodges, several with hot tubs. The heated amenity block includes family shower rooms, there's a licensed shop, camping kitchen and undercover cooking area, and a petting farm with alpacas and goats entertains younger visitors on drizzly afternoons. Year-round opening is unusual this far inland, and the altitude means nights cool fast even in summer — but that isolation delivers genuinely dark skies worth sitting out for with a red headtorch and something warm.
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Pitch types
- 5 x Electric Hardstanding Touring Pitches
- 7 x Ensuite Large Glamping Pods with Hot Tubs (Dog Friendly)
- 3 x Ensuite Large Glamping Pods (Dog Friendly)
- 5 x Electric Grass Camping Pitches
- 13 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches
- 3 x Luxury Ensuite Castle Glamping Pods with Hot Tubs (Adult Only)
- 4 x Luxury Ensuite Castle Glamping Pods with Hot Tubs (Adult Only, Dog Friendly)
Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout.
Lodges & pods
- 3 x Ensuite Large Glamping Pods (Dog Friendly)
- 7 x Ensuite Large Glamping Pods with Hot Tubs (Dog Friendly)
- 3 x Luxury Ensuite Castle Glamping Pods with Hot Tubs (Adult Only)
- 4 x Luxury Ensuite Castle Glamping Pods with Hot Tubs (Adult Only, Dog Friendly)
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Facilities
No takeaway delivery found for this location (NE49 9NW) on Just Eat or Deliveroo — you'll likely need to bring or buy supplies before you arrive.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Sainsbury's, Haltwhistle under a mile
- Co-op, Hexham 8 miles
- Aldi, Hexham 13.8 miles
- Tesco, Hexham 13.9 miles
- Lidl, Hexham 13.9 miles
- Morrisons, Carlisle 20 miles
- Asda, Carlisle 20 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday
- 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
What visitors say
We stayed here last week in our caravan. And the whole experience was amazing. The staff are friendly and helpful, the site was clean constantly no matter what time you go to shower or use the facilities, no push button showers and water was hot not Luke warm. The dog wash was perfect to help cool off or clean your pet. The pitches were hard standing which didn't really bother us, but did have some grass ones available. The small petting farm was fantastic for children with them being able to feed them at feeding times. The on site shop is a big bonus they even have doggy ice cream (many dont) this is a must visit place so peaceful and quiet. We made use of the sauna which again was private and clean which your able to book by speaking to the staff. We will definitely be back!
2 weeks ago · via Google
We’ve now visited four times in the past year, both camping and staying in the glamping pods, and I can honestly say this place has become one of our favourite family getaways. The glamping pods are fantastic, especially with the hot tubs – the perfect way to relax after a day exploring Northumberland. It’s equally perfect for a romantic weekend away, where you can switch off, unwind and enjoy some peace and quiet together. Then again, if Gran and Grandad suddenly become “busy” and you can’t offload the kids (we’ve all done it!) it’s just as brilliant for a family adventure. The small farm with its friendly animals is always a huge hit, and the little on-site shop is packed with fantastic local produce, gifts and souvenirs. It’s clear so much thought and care has gone into every little detail. The staff are incredibly welcoming and genuinely make you feel at home from the moment you arrive. One of our favourite features is the communal area, where families can gather, play board games and simply enjoy each other’s company. In a world where we’re all guilty of spending too much time looking at our phones, this is one of those rare places that encourages you to put them away. We found ourselves talking more, laughing more and spending proper one-to-one quality time together as a family. It’s amazing how refreshing that can be. This isn’t just somewhere you tick off your list—it’s the kind of place you’ll visit once and then find yourself booking again and again. A real hidden treasure in Northumberland, and somewhere we’ll continue making family memories for years to come. Highly recommended!
a month ago · via Google
Best site we've stayed at in 30+years of caravanning. They have really thought it through. Wide open spaces. Peaceful . Great walks. Ideal for Hadrian's Wall. We stayed 9 nights and could easily have stayed longer. Site caters for all ages and has a nice atmosphere with the mix of outfits and the wigwams. Site wardens were lovely. We'll definitely be back.
2 months ago · via Google
Stayed Thursday and Friday night in the Warkworth pod, it was huge and fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. Ordered pizza on Friday night, cooked on site and delivered to the pod. The hot tub was lovely and hot. The pod had a great view of countryside with sheep and cows. Found all the staff friendly and helpful. I visited with the lady I support, she wants to return in the summer. There is a bus stop right outside the farm where you can get the bus into Hexham. We'll be back 😀
2 months ago · via Google
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