Overview of Percy Wood Country Park

Percy Wood Country Park is on Leamington Lane in Swarland, Northumberland, between Morpeth and Alnwick. The park sits in countryside near the Simonside Hills, around half a mile from the A1.

Accommodation includes self catering caravans, lodges and glamping pods. Hot tub accommodation is available on selected stays, with dog friendly options also listed.

Facilities include an 18 hole golf course, multi purpose sports court, football pitch, children’s adventure playground, dog exercise area, woodland walks and the Coast and Country Bar and Restaurant. The golf course is for guests staying on the park and is weather dependent.

The park works well for a Northumberland holiday where guests want countryside on site and the coast within reach. Alnwick, Alnmouth Beach and Druridge Bay are all about 15 minutes away by car.

Nearby places to visit include Alnwick Castle, Barter Books, Northumberland Zoo, Druridge Bay Beach and Country Park, Amble, Warkworth and Bamburgh Castle. Northumberland Zoo is around 4.5 miles away, Druridge Bay Beach and Country Park is around 12 miles away and Hulne Park is less than 10 miles away.

Tripadvisor rates Percy Wood Holiday Park at 3.9 out of 5 from 94 reviews, with location rated 4.2, rooms rated 4.4 and cleanliness rated 4.6.

Why is Percy Wood Country Park a Great Holiday Park?

• Countryside setting in Swarland, Northumberland.
• Close to the Simonside Hills.
• Around half a mile from the A1.
• Caravans, lodges and glamping pods available.
• Selected hot tub and dog friendly accommodation.
• 18 hole golf course for guests.
• Multi purpose sports court and football pitch.
• Children’s adventure playground.
• Dog exercise area and woodland walks.
• Coast and Country Bar and Restaurant.
• Around 15 minutes from Alnwick, Alnmouth Beach and Druridge Bay.

Why take a holiday at Percy Wood Country Park?

Percy Wood Country Park gives guests a countryside base near Alnwick, Alnmouth and Druridge Bay. The park has golf, sports courts, woodland walks, a bar and restaurant, children’s play space and dog friendly options, with castles, beaches, market towns and family attractions nearby.

Where is Percy Wood Country Park?

Percy Wood Country Park is on Leamington Lane in Swarland, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9JW. The park is between Morpeth and Alnwick, around half a mile from the A1 and about 15 minutes from Alnwick, Alnmouth Beach and Druridge Bay by car.

Lodges at Percy Wood Country Park

Accommodation at Percy Wood Country Park includes lodges and holiday homes, with each type positioned across different areas of the park. The lodges are located within the wooded parts of the site and are spaced to give more room around each unit. They usually sleep four to six people and include open plan living and dining areas, along with fully fitted kitchens with oven, hob, microwave, fridge freezer and dishwasher. Bedrooms are typically one double and one or two twin rooms, with a bathroom and, in many cases, an en suite. Many lodges include decking, and some have private hot tubs.

Holiday homes are grouped in their own sections of the park, closer to the central areas. They include a living space, kitchen and one double plus twin bedrooms, usually sleeping four to six people, and provide a practical option for families and shorter stays.

Lodges suit those looking for more space and a quieter setting within the park, while holiday homes are positioned for easier access to the main facilities. Parking is available close to all accommodation, with paths linking each part of the site.

Park Facilities at Percy Wood Country Park

Percy Wood Country Park has a bar and restaurant serving food and drinks, forming the main social and dining space on site. There is also a children’s play area and open grass space across the park.

A small shop provides everyday essentials, and a launderette is available for longer stays. Parking is located close to accommodation, with paths linking the different areas of the park.

An 18 hole golf course is located nearby at Swarland, adding another activity within easy reach of the park.

Places to Visit Near Percy Wood Country Park

Swarland is just a short distance from the park and provides a convenient spot for a meal, a coffee or a round of golf, along with access to local walking routes in the surrounding countryside.

Alnwick is around 10 miles away and offers a wider range of shops, restaurants and attractions, including Alnwick Castle and its gardens, which are one of the main draws in this part of Northumberland.

The coast can be reached in around 20 to 25 minutes by car, where places such as Alnmouth, Warkworth and Amble provide beaches, coastal walks and places to eat. Each location has its own stretch of coastline, making it easy to explore different parts of the area across a stay.

Closer to the park, the surrounding countryside offers quieter roads and walking routes, giving options to head out locally without needing to travel far. The location brings together countryside, nearby towns and the coast within a short drive, making it easy to plan days out in different directions.