Overview of Percy Wood Country Park

Percy Wood Country Park is a countryside holiday park at Swarland in Northumberland, between Morpeth and Alnwick and approximately half a mile from the A1. Woodland, open countryside and the Simonside Hills provide the backdrop, while Alnwick, Amble and the Northumberland coast are within easy reach for days out, you can see all of our parks for caravan holidays in Amble here.

Current holiday accommodation includes two and three bedroom caravans sleeping four or six guests alongside two and three bedroom lodges. Private hot tubs are available with selected lodge accommodation and pet friendly options are available across part of the caravan and lodge range.

Golf is one of the park's strongest reasons to book. Percy Wood has its own 18 hole golf course, available free of charge to holiday guests when conditions allow. An all weather sports court, football facilities and children's adventure playground provide additional activities for families.

Dogs are particularly well catered for with selected pet friendly accommodation, a large enclosed exercise field and woodland walks directly around the park.

The Coast & Country Bar and Restaurant provides meals and drinks on the park and also hosts selected events and entertainment through the year. A shop, launderette and picnic areas add useful everyday facilities.

Alnwick Castle, The Alnwick Garden, Northumberland Zoo, Alnmouth Beach, Warkworth, Amble and Druridge Bay can all be reached for day trips, making Percy Wood a useful base for combining Northumberland countryside with castles and the coast.

Percy Wood Country Park at a Glance

Planning a Stay at Percy Wood Country Park

Percy Wood particularly suits visitors who want useful facilities around their accommodation without staying in a large resort style holiday park.

Golfers can play without leaving the grounds, families have outdoor activities and a restaurant close by and dog owners have both an enclosed exercise area and woodland walking. The A1 location then makes it straightforward to alternate between Alnwick, the coast and inland Northumberland.

Why is Percy Wood Country Park a Great Holiday Park?

• Free 18 hole golf course for staying guests
• Two and three bedroom caravans and lodges
• Private hot tubs with selected lodge accommodation
• Dog friendly stays and enclosed exercise field
• Coast & Country Bar and Restaurant
• All weather sports court and football facilities
• Adventure playground and woodland walks
• Alnwick and the Northumberland coast within easy reach

Percy Wood Country Park FAQs

Does Percy Wood Country Park have a golf course?

Yes. Percy Wood has its own 18 hole golf course for guests staying on the park. There is no additional green fee for holiday guests, although access is weather dependent and opening arrangements can vary.

Do the lodges at Percy Wood have hot tubs?

Private hot tubs are available with selected two and three bedroom lodge accommodation. Guests wanting a hot tub should choose an accommodation option where it is specifically included.

Is Percy Wood Country Park dog friendly?

Yes. Selected caravans and lodges welcome dogs. The park also has a large fully enclosed dog exercise field where dogs can run off lead.

Is there somewhere to eat at Percy Wood?

Yes. The Coast & Country Bar and Restaurant serves food and drinks on the park. Opening times can vary during the season.

Does Percy Wood have entertainment?

Selected events take place at the Coast & Country Bar and Restaurant. Programmes can include live music, family events and other seasonal entertainment, although Percy Wood has a more relaxed entertainment programme than a large resort park.

How far is Percy Wood from Alnwick and the coast?

Alnwick is approximately 10 to 15 minutes away by car. Alnmouth Beach and other parts of the Northumberland coast can normally be reached in around 15 to 20 minutes.

Accommodation at Percy Wood Country Park

Current holiday accommodation at Percy Wood includes modern two and three bedroom caravans and two and three bedroom lodges.

Two bedroom caravans sleep four guests and typically combine one double bedroom with one twin. Three bedroom caravans sleep six, with one double and two twin rooms providing more space for families.

Caravans have open plan living and dining areas, televisions and self catering kitchens. Current accommodation includes a fridge or fridge freezer, kitchen utensils, crockery and cutlery.

Double glazing and central heating make the accommodation practical beyond the main summer period, while decking provides private outdoor space with the current caravan range.

Bed linen is provided and WiFi is included with current Harrison holiday accommodation.

Selected two and three bedroom caravans are dog friendly, allowing families to choose pet friendly accommodation without moving to a different part of the holiday range.

Lodges at Percy Wood

The lodge range provides more spacious accommodation for four or six guests.

Two bedroom lodges sleep four while three bedroom accommodation sleeps six. Open plan kitchens, dining areas and lounges provide plenty of shared living space, with fitted kitchens and larger fridge freezers included across current lodge options.

Private decking extends the living area outdoors.

Private hot tubs are available with selected lodge accommodation and are one of Percy Wood's strongest options for couples and families looking for a more relaxing countryside stay.

Selected hot tub lodges are also dog friendly.

Heating, double glazing, WiFi, television and bedding are included. Parking is available close to the accommodation.

Accommodation Comparison

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Park Facilities at Percy Wood Country Park

Golf is the standout facility at Percy Wood and gives the park considerably more purpose than a straightforward countryside caravan and lodge development.

Alongside the course, the sports facilities, dog exercise area, woodland walks and Coast & Country Bar and Restaurant provide useful reasons to spend time around the park between Northumberland days out.

18 Hole Golf Course

Percy Wood has its own 18 hole golf course within the holiday park.

Use of the course is included for guests staying at Percy Wood, which makes it particularly attractive for golfers who want to play several times during a break without paying a separate visitor green fee for every round.

The course is intended for a broad range of abilities, so guests do not need to be regular club golfers to take advantage of it.

Golf is weather dependent. Opening times and availability can change when ground conditions make play unsuitable, so guests planning a break specifically around golf should check course conditions during their stay.

Having the course immediately beside the accommodation means golfers can fit a round around other holiday plans rather than treating golf as a full day trip.

All Weather Sports Court and Football

The park's multi purpose sports court can be used for tennis and football.

Equipment including rackets can be borrowed from reception, making it easier for families to use the court without bringing sports equipment from home.

A football area provides additional space for informal games.

These facilities work particularly well for families with older children who want more active options beyond the playground.

Children's Adventure Playground

The outdoor adventure playground has a variety of climbing and play equipment.

Picnic tables nearby allow parents to sit close to the play area while children use the equipment.

Combined with the sports court and open countryside, it gives families several ways to spend time outdoors without needing to leave the park.

Dog Exercise Area

Percy Wood has a large fully enclosed dog exercise field.

Dogs can run off lead within the secure area, which is particularly useful for guests staying in pet friendly accommodation who want somewhere convenient for daily exercise.

The field complements the woodland walking available around the park and makes Percy Wood one of the stronger Northumberland choices for visitors travelling with dogs.

Woodland Walks

Woodland adjoining the park provides quieter walking directly from the accommodation.

Guests can look out for deer, squirrels and woodland birds while following paths through the trees.

For dog owners and visitors looking for an early morning or evening walk, the woodland means there is no need to drive somewhere else every time they want to get outside.

Coast & Country Bar and Restaurant

The Coast & Country Bar and Restaurant is the main food, drink and social venue.

Meals and drinks are available in a relaxed family friendly setting, giving self catering guests the option of eating on the park rather than cooking every evening.

Outdoor seating is available during suitable weather.

Opening times vary through the season, so the restaurant becomes particularly important during busier holiday periods.

Entertainment and Events

Selected entertainment takes place at the Coast & Country venue during the year.

Events can include live music, family fun days, race nights and screenings of major sporting events.

The programme varies rather than following a large nightly entertainment schedule, which suits the quieter countryside character of Percy Wood.

On Park Shop

A shop provides everyday holiday essentials and reduces the need to leave the park for basic groceries or forgotten items.

For guests spending a day golfing or relaxing around the accommodation, having basic supplies available locally is particularly convenient.

Launderette

Laundry facilities are available for guests staying for longer periods or families needing washing facilities during their holiday.

Park Facilities

Facility	Details
Golf	18 hole course free for staying guests
Sports Court	Tennis and football
Football	Outdoor football facilities
Playground	Children's adventure play area
Dog Exercise Area	Large fully enclosed field
Woodland Walks	Walking through woodland adjoining the park
Bar & Restaurant	Coast & Country Bar and Restaurant
Entertainment	Selected seasonal events and live entertainment
Shop	Everyday holiday essentials
Picnic Areas	Outdoor seating and picnic space
Laundry	Guest launderette
Dogs	Selected pet friendly accommodation
WiFi	Available with holiday accommodation
Parking	Parking close to accommodation

Places to Visit Near Percy Wood Country Park

Northumberland Zoo is one of the closest family attractions and is approximately five miles from the park. It is home to a wide range of animals and provides an easy half or full day out without travelling far.

Alnwick is approximately 10 to 15 minutes away and combines independent shops, restaurants and historic streets with two of Northumberland's best known attractions.

Alnwick Castle has more than 900 years of history and is also familiar as a filming location for Harry Potter and other productions. The neighbouring Alnwick Garden includes the Grand Cascade, Poison Garden and landscaped grounds.

Barter Books occupies Alnwick's former railway station and is one of the UK's best known second hand bookshops.

Alnmouth provides the nearest major sandy coastal destination, with a wide beach, village cafés and access to the Northumberland Coast Path.

Warkworth combines a historic village with its medieval castle and riverside walking, while nearby Amble has a working harbour, marina, independent shops and places to eat.

Druridge Bay provides miles of sandy beach alongside a country park, lake, dunes and wildlife habitats.

Travelling inland towards Rothbury brings visitors to Cragside, with woodland, gardens and the historic former home of Lord Armstrong.

Bamburgh makes a good longer coastal day out, combining its imposing castle with one of Northumberland's best known stretches of beach.

Nearby Attractions