Touring park · Otterburn · Northumberland

Border Forest Holiday Park

Quiet, dog-friendly touring park on the edge of Kielder Forest near Otterburn, with electric pitches, two cottages and walkers' pods, and very dark night skies.

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Dogs welcome
Glamping

Border Forest sits at the end of a one-way road in the Northumberland hills, with Kielder Forest tracks starting from the park boundary. Tourers and motorhomes get electric pitches, and there are two designated dog-walking areas on site plus miles of forest walking beyond the gate.

It is a long way from anything. The nearest shop is in Otterburn, nine miles south, and the nearest pub is four miles away, so bring supplies. Solar panels and batteries now supply most of the park's power. Tents are not taken as a general rule: camping is for Pennine Way walkers only, in the pods or with a small backpacking tent.

Kielder Forest walks from the park boundary
Close to the Kielder Dark Sky Park
Two designated dog-walking areas
Solar and battery power for most of the park

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OpenAll year

Arrive / leaveFrom 14:00 / by 10:00

DogsYes

CampfiresNo

PoolNone

ElectricYes

Prices

Pods from £40 a night. Walkers' tent pitches £10 per adult per night including showers, no hook-up. Check pitch and cottage prices on the booking page.

The full price list we hold (2026)

Rates

For	Season	Nights	Price
walkers-tent	Any	Any	£10 person_night

Extras

Other: £10 stay (Refundable cash deposit for the gate fob)

Deposit: Deposit at booking; balance due six weeks before arrival

Source: borderforest.com, checked 2026-10-20. Always confirm the price when you book.

Places to stay

Tourer and motorhome pitch with electric hook-up

Pitch

Electric
Water
For caravan, motorhome, campervan

Trailer tents are not accepted. The touring-area water supply is switched off in winter; water is available from the top of the park.

Walkers' camping pod

Pod · sleeps 2

Bring your own sleeping bag
Bedding bring
Camp kitchen
Electric heater
Dogs OK

Pennine Way walkers only. 11ft by 6ft, with electricity and a heater. Shared camp kitchen with microwave and fridge-freezer (fridge-freezer not available in winter). Up to 2 dogs.

Backpacker tent pitch (Pennine Way walkers)

Pitch

Grass
No electric
For tent

Pennine Way walkers carrying small tents only. No general camping.

Firtree Cottage

Cottage · 1 of them · sleeps 2

1 double
Bedding included
Full kitchen
Own toilet
Own shower
Dogs OK

400 sq ft semi-detached cottage with direct access to Kielder Forest. Towels and bedding provided. Up to 2 dogs.

Stable Cottage

Cottage · 1 of them · sleeps 2

1 twin room
Bedding included
Full kitchen
Own toilet
Own shower
Dogs OK

400 sq ft semi-detached cottage with direct access to Kielder Forest from the bottom of the park. Towels and bedding provided. Up to 2 dogs.

Rules

Dogs: Yes · up to 3 · on leads
Never leave dogs unattended on the park or in accommodation
Up to 3 dogs per pitch; call if you have more. Two designated dog-walking areas.
Fires: No
BBQs: Raised off the ground only
No open fires. Barbecues must be raised on blocks or frames, kept off the grass and decking.
Pool: None
Groups: Small groups only · max 2 pitches
Group bookings of 3 or more tourers are not allowed
Quiet hours: 23:00 – 07:00
Arrival: From 14:00 until 20:00
Reception and the barrier close at 8pm (7pm from 1 November to 31 March); no new arrivals on 25, 26 December or 1 January
Vehicles: Car by your pitch · 1 per pitch
Cancellation: Cancel in writing 6+ weeks before arrival for a refund less deposit and a £25 admin fee; inside 6 weeks no refund
Also: Gate fob needs a £10 refundable cash deposit
Also: 5mph speed limit; no commercial vehicles or rally cars
Also: In winter (Nov-Apr) the lower toilets and communal kitchen close; phone to check the park is open

Facilities

Washing and toilets

Toilets
Showers (Free)
Hot water

Pitches and power

Electric hook-up

Food and drink

Shop (no)
Café (no)
Restaurant (no)
Bar (no)
Gas exchange
Campers' kitchen

Things to do

Dog walk
Farm animals

Around the site

Woodland
Dark skies
Walk to a pub (no)
Walk to a shop (no)

Only facilities we've confirmed are shown. Crossed out means confirmed not available.

Location

Cottonshopeburnfoot, near Otterburn, Otterburn, NE19 1TF

Nearest pubRedesdale Arms4.9 miles

Directions in Google Maps

Questions people ask

Are dogs allowed at Border Forest Holiday Park?

Yes, dogs are welcome. Up to 3 per pitch or unit. Never leave dogs unattended on the park or in accommodation.

Can you have a campfire at Border Forest Holiday Park?

No, campfires aren't allowed. BBQs: raised off the ground only.

When is Border Forest Holiday Park open?

All year.

How much does it cost to stay at Border Forest Holiday Park?

From £40 a night for two adults, the lowest price we can find over the next year. Pods from £40 a night. Walkers' tent pitches £10 per adult per night including showers, no hook-up. Check pitch and cottage prices on the booking page.

Does Border Forest Holiday Park have a swimming pool?

No.

Does Border Forest Holiday Park have electric hook-ups?

Yes.