Campsite · Newcastle · Down
Meelmore Lodge
Tent-only campsite behind a hostel and bistro at the foot of Slieve Meelmore, with the Hare's Gap path into the Mournes on the doorstep.
See all 9 photos- Dogs welcome
- Campfires
Meelmore Lodge is a walkers' base on the Trassey Road, with the Mourne hills rising straight behind it. The campsite is a grass area behind the bistro, looking up to Hare's Gap and Slieve Meelmore. You park beside your tent, and there is a lit path to the amenity block.
It takes tents only, with no caravans, campervans or electric hook-up. Toilets and showers stay open all night and are included in the price, and there is drinking water at several points. Fire pits can be hired and logs bought on site. The same site has a 28-bed hostel with ensuite and dorm rooms, a small self-catering chalet, and a bistro open weekends all year and weekdays from April to September.
- Start the Hare's Gap and Mourne walks from the field
- Park next to your tent
- Fire pits to hire, logs on sale
- Bistro on site
- Showers and toilets open all night
Photos
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Prices
Camping is charged per person per night. Children under 4 are free. Duke of Edinburgh participants pay £5 each and leaders £12; these must be pre-booked.
When is it cheapest?
One night for two adults in the tent pitch, every night of the next year. Tap a day to price it.
October 2026 from £24
November 2026 from £24
December 2026 from £24
January 2027 from £24
February 2027 from £24
March 2027 from £24
April 2027 from £24
May 2027 from £24
June 2027 from £24
July 2027 from £24
August 2027 from £24
September 2027 from £24
The full price list we hold (2023)
Rates
| For | Season | Nights | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| tent-pitch | Any | Any | £12 person_night |
People
- Adult 16: £12 night
- Child 4–15: £5 night
- Infant–3: £0 night
Extras
- Dog: £5 night
Deposit: Camping refunds are not given. Hostel and chalet need 100% non-refundable payment at booking.
Source: meelmorelodge.co.uk, checked 2026-10-20. Always confirm the price when you book.
Places to stay
Tent pitch
Pitch
- Grass
- No electric
- For tent
Tents only. No caravans or campervans and no electric hook-up.
Hostel (ensuite rooms and dorm beds)
Bunkhouse · sleeps 28
- Bedding included
- Full kitchen
Ensuite rooms charged per room, dorm beds per bed. Prices via the online booking button.
The Wee House
Chalet · 1 of them · sleeps 2
- 1 double
- Bedding included
- Full kitchen
Self-contained self-catering chalet.
Rules
- Dogs
- Yes · £5 night · on leads
Kept on leads at all times and cleaned up after. - Fires
- In fire pits only · fire pit hire · logs sold
- Vehicles
- Car by your pitch
- Cancellation
- Refunds are not given.
- Also
- Sites must be pre-booked
- Also
- Collect payment receipt and tent tag from the office on arrival
- Also
- Campsite open in the summer months
- Also
- Loud music and anti-social behaviour not tolerated
Facilities
Washing and toilets
- Toilets
- Showers (Free)
- Hot water
- Washing-up area
Pitches and power
- Electric hook-up (no)
- Drinking water
Food and drink
- Café
- Fire pits
Things to do
Around the site
Only facilities we've confirmed are shown. Crossed out means confirmed not available.
Location
52 Trassey Rd, Bryansford, Newcastle, Newcastle, BT33 0QB
- Nearest pubThe Bridge3 miles
Questions people ask
Are dogs allowed at Meelmore Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome. They cost £5 a night.
Can you have a campfire at Meelmore Lodge?
Yes, in fire pits. You can hire a fire pit. Logs are sold on site.
How much does it cost to stay at Meelmore Lodge?
From £24 a night for two adults, the lowest price we can find over the next year. Camping is charged per person per night. Children under 4 are free. Duke of Edinburgh participants pay £5 each and leaders £12; these must be pre-booked.
Does Meelmore Lodge have electric hook-ups?
No.
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