Hello Everyone! We are open from the end of April this year (2024), please drop us a message to book a space at this unique spot on the riverbank!


Become one with your surroundings

Rue du Chateau camping is on a small farm, off the beaten track, with only very minor roads nearby, but still only 15 minutes drive to shops.

2024 is our seventh year - we welcome back returning campers and say hello to new ones!
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With our pitches by the river, choose a perfect spot to sit by the edge of the water, among the wild primroses, where you'll find peace and tranquillity listening to the river song. 

Or why not try some wild paddling? Though we're not responsible for the temperature of the river! (or for any injuries related to this sport!).  Hot water bottles and towels to warm back up are available on request. We used to call it wild swimming, but the river is quite low this year and while there may be spots you can swim, its more of a paddling river!

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All pitches are a short walk away from the main farm, and those dark night skies and sparkling stars are truly awe inspiring to see.

The grass site offers only very basic facilities - that's no showers, no electric hook ups and limited or no mobile phone reception depending on your network, for a real outdoors escapism experience within a small farm environment.

A twenty minute walk along a beautiful country lane takes you to the village of Bonchester Bridge, with the Horse and Hound offering hot meals and drinks, and on the last Sunday of the month, a live music session. 

Learn more about the campsite here.

Make friends with the locals

Our small farm is home to sheep, a dog, ducks and two ponies. The ponies are a Gypsy Cob called Murphy and a Miniature Shetland called Teesh, they are very inquisitive, love attention and trying to help.
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The wild ducks have had successful hatches for a few years now and it is wonderful to watch them waddling from the pond to the river and swimming about early in the year.

The area is home to red squirrel, kingfisher, deer, birds of prey, hare, badger, fox. frogs, newt and more. With patience, quietness and a bit of luck, the landscape will begin to reveal its hidden secrets.
Fees
We offer a flat rate for our Tent Pitches and Small Campervans of £10.00 per adult £5 per child per night. Under 5's free.

Go for breakfast!

It's only the best bacon roll on the Border!  Pay a visit to the Reiver's View Snack Van on the A68 Carter Bar layby. That sits right on the Scottish-English Border. You may see it leaving the farm in the mornings to tootle up the hill to the Borderline. Or for a touch of the real Scottish flavour, try a Wild Venison burger or a Spicy Pheasant burger. The Border Piper sells Scottish souvenirs, and the view is fantastic. About 20 minutes by car en route to Newcastle.

Explore the beautiful area of the Borders

There is so much to explore in the local area. Miles of forest tracks, hill walks, historic abbeys, castles, places to eat, museums, cinema a new distillery in Hawick offering tours.

EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY

A half hour gentle stroll along a country lane brings you to The Horse and Hound in Bonchester Village. A great place to eat, Dawn and Dave will give you a friendly welcome.

WALK WITH ALPACAS

Just a little further along the Rule Road, these wonderful animals are waiting to walk with you. Destress as you take them on guided walks through the local woodlands.

LE PETITE CHATEAU!

Not to be missed is a walk up to Fatlips Castle, near Denholm village. A one hour walk through forest and wilderness, with breathtaking views at the top, and for a small deposit you can hire the key to explore inside.