Camping at nua
Can I camp with people from my church?
Absolutely! We think this is such a special time for getting to know your own church family better, as well as making new friends. We will have camping zones marked out for different regions. However, NUA does not reserve camping spots so if you want to camp together, get someone from your group to arrive early and claim a space for you all. (Remember tents will be in a separate area from caravans/camper vans.)
Does NUA provide tents or camping equipment?
You need to bring all your own camping equipment. If you are coming as part of a group or church, you could divide up any extra equipment between everyone (eg gazebos, camping stoves etc.) There is a village hall where you can wash dishes and make use of tables and chairs.
When can I set up my tent?
The campsite will be open for registration and set up on Thursday 25th June between 6pm and 9pm. Please make sure to register with the NUA team before you set up. You will receive a number to attach to your tent or caravan. Guests are not permitted to stay overnight at the NUA site on Thursday night.
Registration and set up will reopen at 12pm on Friday 26th June.
Can I light a fire in the campsite?
You may use camping stoves but fire regulations mean that open fires and low level disposable type BBQs are not allowed. Waist-high, contained off-the-ground BBQ’s with wind-protecting side panels are permitted. We will have communal campfires for you to enjoy in the evenings.
Can I hook my tent or caravan up to electricity?
Unfortunately, we cannot offer electrical hook up. There will be limited electrical sockets for charging in the Village Hall.
Can tents and camper vans camp beside each other?
To keep everyone safe, the campsite is a vehicle-free zone. This means that caravans and campervans will be located in their own section of the campsite and allocated on arrival.
Can I leave the NUA site?
You are free to come and go as you please. Just make sure to have your NUA wristband on entry, you will not be allowed access without this. Please be aware the site closes at 11pm and opens at 7am.
Do I have to camp if I’m coming to NUA?
Not at all. There are a wide variety of hotels, airbnb and holidays lets you can avail of around the Newcastle area. NUA does not provide assistance with booking outside accommodation.
Other accommodation
If you chose not to stay on site there are a wide range of hotels, B&B’s and house rentals you can avail of in the wider Newcastle area.
Burrendale: www.burrendale.com
Mourne Lettings: www.mournelettings.com
Slieve Donard Hotel: www.slievedonardhotel.com