There’s no better way to enjoy the company of your loved ones than on an exciting road trip, rumbling past bucolic sceneries, shimmering lakes, crumbling castles and a wealth of outstanding English scenery stretching out as far as the eye can see.

Beamish Holiday Park is the place to be for scenic countryside camping. This spacious, secluded camping park lies deep in the fertile rural landscapes of Durham, yet is no more than a few miles away from popular attractions and activities in Northumberland and Durham.

Coalhouses Farm is a compact peaceful campsite nestled amid the rolling rural greenery in mid-Northumberland. The 0.3-acre Camping and Caravanning Club Certificated Site holds five spacious hardstanding plots with electric connections for small campervans.

Awaken to misty mornings filled with calming trills of birdsong, smiling at the thought of a schedule-free holiday, excellent meals and the freedom to either lay in late or seize the morning with a brisk stroll before breakfast.

Escape to a comfortable, cosy family-run Wellhouse Farm located on a peaceful working farm, and soak in the relaxing scenery, made up of rolling countryside and big skies, paired with plenty of space for stretching out and relaxing.

Peaceful camping and oodles of wildlife are the orders of the day at Nunnykirk Caravan and Motorhome Campsite; a large, grassy CL site tucked away in a remote, tranquil spot.

High Flatts Farm, often called a gem by thrilled campers, is a sheltered site 6 minutes from Beamish Museum and an ideal 2 minutes from the friendly town of Chester-le-Street.

Kick back at KMF Camping, a lovely family-friendly site ideal for rural escapes, and settle in for a truly idyllic escape. The campsite is a mere 5-minute stroll from local amenities like a coffee shop.

Byreside Caravan Site rests on a friendly, family-run farm, nestled amid the lush and historic landscape of the Derwent Valley. Secluded and quiet, the spacious campsite is a hot spot for observing local wildlife and soaking in the views of the rolling.

Elf Hills Farm Caravan Site is your ideal base for rural Northumberland escapes, where one can admire pleasant views of the open countryside whilst basking in the sunshine and appreciating a slower pace of life.

Wild Camping Northumberland is a delightful spot for plugging in and forgetting the stress of the rat race. The site is a hidden gem and provides guests with ample space where one can stretch out in the golden glow of the sunrise and marvel at daybreak.

Walk on (or drive) to Walkmill Campsite, and look forward to a restful escape in a tranquil hideaway amid beautiful rural surroundings. Kick back on the peaceful and private site on the banks of the River Coquet.

Sharpley Camping is a small, quiet camping space ideal for pocket-friendly holidays in Durham. The four-acre site welcomes pets and families, perfect for guests who do not want to leave behind their canine companions of fiendish felines.

Finchale Abbey Touring Park is a lovely spot for escaping the modern world whilst savouring the verdant sights and sounds of the peaceful Durham countryside. The site rests a stone’s throw from the sparkling River Wear and is a picturesque and equally quiet base for recharging amid nature.

Coquetdale Holiday Park is a stunning location for escaping the humdrum drone of the rat race and its assorted complexities. Why fret and sigh in a cramped cubicle, staring dismally at an overloaded inbox.

Old Bridge End is a beautiful, rural Caravan and Motorhome Club Certificated Location in the countryside, yet within easy reach of local amenities, including pubs, shops, and more.

Lough House Sweethope is a splendid base for camping off the beaten track in a fantastic location. Wake up to lush landscapes and the soothing dawn chorus as you opt to spend the day watching the sun arch over the open countryside.

Durham Grange Campsite is a clean and tidy Caravan and Motorhome Club Site set on well-maintained, open, and level camping fields close to the A1. The site is an ideal base for resting your head whilst exploring Durham.

Bolbec Manor Campsite is a friendly, quiet campsite looking out over the stunning mist-clad Muggleswick moor and the gleaming Derwent reservoir. The site is ideally set a mere five-minute drive from the reservoir and no more than a smooth thirty minutes from the lively cities of Durham and Newcastle.

Fallowfield Dene Caravan and Camping Park rest in a lovely woodland area near the bustling town of Hexham, providing campers with a glorious blend of nature and urban adventures.