The Wilderness Company
County Durham
Camping pitches
📍 DL12 9UX
- Glamping camp on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales in the Durham Dales
- Crag Pond offers 50 acres of woodland and water for activities
- Activities include canyoning, paddleboarding, kayaking, climbing and abseiling
- Located in the heart of the North Pennines near Barnard Castle
The Wilderness Company is based in Baldersdale, in County Durham, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales and within the North Pennines. Their glamping camp forms the heart of their outdoor education offering, providing residential accommodation for schools alongside canvas bell tents and a large tipi-style dining space. The operator also runs Crag Pond, a 50-acre woodland and lake venue used for Pizza & Paddle evenings and water-based adventures. On-site and nearby activities include canyoning, paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, climbing and abseiling. The surrounding area offers walking routes around Barnard Castle and Teesdale, with The Bowes Museum around 7.6 miles away and Kirkby Stephen station roughly 13 miles from the site, making it a well-placed base for exploring the Durham Dales.
How far to…
- The Bowes Museum
- 7.6 miles
- Station
- 13 miles
Practical details
- Pets
- Glamping site setting
Accommodation on site
- Glamping
- Luxury canvas bell tents
Details taken from the operator's own website on 24 Sep 2026 — check current terms when you book.
Facilities
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Pet Friendly
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