Although British weather is known for being rather unpredictable, when the sun comes out and the temperature warms up, there is plenty to enjoy outdoors in County Durham.

Camping is just one of the great ways to explore the region with family and friends, whether it’s a last-minute decision to grab a popup tent from a supermarket, or you’ve planned a glamping weekend away.

To help you choose where to pitch up next, here is a selection of some of the best camping spots in County Durham, according to their Tripadvisor reviews.

Some of the best camping spots in County Durham

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Parkdean Resorts Crimdon Dene Holiday Park 

Location: Crimdon Park Cleveland, Durham, Hartlepool, TS27 4BN

Rating: 4/5

This parent said their children enjoyed their time, adding: “I recently visited park Dean resort and I was thoroughly impressed by the facilities. The resort facilities were top notch. Everyone was helpful. The reception guy Anura helped me to book a swimming pool . Thanks to him. My kids really enjoyed it. This holiday was memorable and we will come back again.”

Leekworth Caravan Park

Location: Leekworth Lane, Middleton in Teesdale, DL12 0TL

Rating: 4.5/5

One visitor says this site “ticked all the boxes,” commenting: “This site ticks all the boxes if you want immaculate shower block, country walks, river fishing, shops and pubs within walking distance. Leekworth is a lovely site, it’s owner can’t do enough to help. Definitely will be returning.”

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Strawberry Hill Farm Camping & Caravan Park and Tea Room

Location: Strawberry Hill Farm Caravan Park, Old Cassop, Durham, DH6 4QA

Rating: 4.5/5

This camping spot could be a good place to stay for the weekend, as one user posted: “This camp site is a little gem. The family who run are super friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Toilets showers and facilities are wonderfully clean. The showers are hot and kept spotless. The camp site has lots of trees bushes and has well spaced sites for vans and tents. There is a lovely little tea room on site with lots of home baking with delicious cakes scones and you can even have afternoon tea. You can also have a cooked breakfast!

“Close to a few pubs and to Durham.

“Lots of returning clients who are friendly and welcoming too.

“Thank you for a lovely week end."

Hidden Retreat Glamping

Location: 7 Shotley Grove Road, Shotley Bridge, DH8 8SF

Rating: 5/5

Described as an “amazing” place, one visitor wrote: “Fantastic location and just an all round brilliant place to stay. Superb accommodation and private patio with hot tub. Walks by the river & woods. Close to local pub Crown & Cross Swords (Food was excellent & lovely courtyard garden). Within 2 miles of Consett to get your supermarket stuff. 100% recommended. Amazing place.”

West Wood Yurts Ltd

Location: Cut Thorn Farm, Gibside, Burnopfield, NE16 6AA

Rating: 5/5

A couple hoping to return, left this review: “We had a one night stay at hot tup hill and had such a great night. Everything was there on arrival and we were super cosy with the wood fire on!

“Great clean hut too, bed was super comfy i had a great sleep! shower and toilets were a good size too which was nice to have! hope to book again as we know what to expect now and how to use to hot tub too."

“Not the mention how great the host was when i text asking a few questions i got a fast response. No faults staying here it was amazing!:)”