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Doe Park Caravan Site
Cotherstone
Barnard Castle
Co Durham (Browse area)
DL12 9UQ
Tel: 01833 650302
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Pitches: 70
Open: 01/03/2026 to 31/10/2026
01/03/2027 to 31/10/2027
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 No Tents |
 Caravan Pitches |
 Motorhome Pitches |
 Small Campervans |
 No Glamping Units |
 No Statics for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 No Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 Hardstanding Pitches |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 No Rallies |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 Baby Changing Facilities |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 Gas Exchange |
 Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 Freezer / Fridge |
 Motorhome Point |
 No Wifi Access |
 Shop <1 mile |
 Bar <1 mile |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile |
| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing On Site |
 No Wild Swimming |
 Indoor Pool <5 miles |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding <5 miles |
 No Cycle Hire |
 Golf <5 miles |
 Tennis <5 miles |
 No Beach |
 Watersports <5 miles |
 No Boat Launch |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
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 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport On Site |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Lindjemp |
28 reviews from this member |
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 Lovely site - all flat, set out in big bays. 2 shower blocks - the one nearest reception seems a bit older - ladies had 2 loos and 1 shower - pot washing was beside these - 2 sinks in its own wee room - even provided drainers which was a nice touch. 2nd block was nicer - 3 loos with individual wash hand basins, 2 showers (20p) and 2 privacy cubicles with curtains instead of a door.
Launderette round side of main house - 1 washer at £2 and 1 tumble drier - £1 for 30 mins, also iron and ironing board. Lovely and quiet and peaceful. Reception sold milk, eggs and orange juice. Also had loads of info on surrounding area and book swap and a huge pile of womens magazines to borrow (my idea of heaven!)
Also do a folder of menus from local pubs - we decided to go to the Crown at Mickleton (about 10 mins the opposite way from Cotherstone) and had a smashing evening meal - liked the way they did a smaller portion of most things including desserts.
My disabled daughter was extremely impressed with the disabled loo - loads of hand rails, nice big wet room area for the shower, nice and warm and with an emergency pull which again is a nice touch.
Beautiful countryside, not too far from Low Force and High Force waterfalls - lovely drive through Middlton-in-Teesdale over the moors to Alston.
Barnard Castle has loads of shops including a Morrisons, Bowes Museum well worth seeing - will definitely love to come back again some time. 
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
Unit: Trailer Tent |
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| Reviewer: Docproc |
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We first visited this site four years ago when we owned our tent. We came back this year to try out our trailer tent, and not much has changed but that's a good thing as it was pretty much perfect last time.
The proprietors are so friendly and helpful and make you feel very welcome. We have been twice in the last two weeks and have loved it.
The site is spotless and so quiet and everyone is friendly. The facilities are clean and oh so warm on a cool night. We plan on coming back for many years to come.
Its only about an hour away from our home and its a lovely little site for short weekends away straight from work.
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| Date of Visit: June 2011 |
Unit: Campervan |
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| Reviewer: Irvine45 |
90 reviews from this member |
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We have just returned from this site. Although, it was just an overnight stop, we thoroughly enjoyed the site.
We were give a choice of several pitches, all of them were excellent and and the only consideration was 'Do you want the sun on you now or in the morning.' It is very neat and clean site and very quiet.
The walk down to the village was very nice too. The toilets and shower block were kept heated and all in a very good state of repair.
In the shower cubicles, there is a curtain to separate between the shower and your dry clothes.
The 20p charge for the showers/dryer I found was adequate, however, my wife did find this a pain as she did not think the time given was long enough.
I would strongly recommend this site.
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| Date of Visit: June 2011 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Manj |
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We stayed here for several nights and cannot fault it at all. From the minute we arrived the owners made us feel very welcome. What a pleasure to be on a site which has a very spacious feel about it.
Caravans were very well spaced, not like some others nowadays which try to cram in as many as possible. Toilets were always clean which is another bonus.
This site is a dog's paradise as there are many walks in the surrounding area. The old Tees Railway Line is a lovely walk on a nice day.
A short walk through the farmer's field takes you into Cotherstone but is quite steep on the way back, although there is a seat half way up ! It only takes a few minutes though so it is not too bad.
There is no shop on site, apart from milk,eggs and juice but that isn't a problem as there is a shop a few minutes away in the village for any essentials and a Morrisons Supermarket in nearby Barnard Castle.
Would highly recommend this site. Hope the owners keep it just as it is.
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| Date of Visit: June 2011 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Dot and Tony |
3 reviews from this member |
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Wow. If you need a good, clean, friendly, beautiful site. Look no further. Loads of room for each unit, friendly staff, clean toilet/shower blocks, breath taking scenery. It has the lot.
The river is a few minutes walk, free fishing! The village is also a short walk away, I can recommend the Fox and Hounds for a meal. Good food at good prices.
Plenty to do around this area, we WILL be back - with family and friends.
Well done to all the staff. We have stayed on some wonderful sites in our 12 yrs of caravanning - but yours is the best in all ways.
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Prospect35 |
17 reviews from this member |
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Just returned from eight days at this lovely site. Very well kept,facilities great very, very clean. You can walk to Cotherstone village via the site crossing a steep field, take care after a few drinks, but better than using the road.
We did various walks from the site some 7 miles some shorter, a few finishing at the Fox and Hounds for a couple of pints of Thatchers Gold cider and a fab BLT with home made chips.Yummy.
Thanks to Alison and family for making our stay a great one, we would definitely recommend this site to anyone wanting to visit this lovely area
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Njbrice |
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We stayed here just after easter and although the site was full,it was so quiet.
The facilities are great and shower/toilet blocks are always really clean the pitches are of a generous size.
The location is great as there are great walks nearby and pubs.
We have stayed at this site a few times and its always a pleasant experience.
The only negative for ourselves is we struggle to get decent digital reception this is probably due to our equipment and the geography of the site.
We will be going back at least once more this year as it good value and local for us.
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Keith@Cynth |
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After our 4th visit in the past 12 months we continue to be impressed by the staff and facilities of Doe Park. From the welcome to your departure you are treated with warmth and courtesy.
Very good facilities, a relaxing site even with children and set in a magnificent location that even poor bank holiday weather could not put you off.
Local pubs offer good food and drinks and opportunities to walk or relax abound.
Good shopping in Barnard Castle with a reasonable Morrisons, Coop, and several butchers and deli's.
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: ADSmith |
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My parents (aged 75) are returning to camping after a break of several years. They acquired a Trigano Randger folding caravan at the end of 2010 so this was their first chance for a few days away.
The site is 40 minutes from their home so it was ideal for a first trip to check everything was working as it should. We read many reviews about sites around Barnard Castle and chose Doe Park as suitable for their needs and Kirsty, the Border Collie.
My parents stayed on the site Tues to Thu nights and then I had it with my wife and two children for Fri and Sat. The access by the B6277 is no problem and access around the site is easy.
The site was said by many to be immaculate and that is no exaggeration. The grass is in beautiful condition, the two toilet blocks were cleaned three times each day, everything was kept clean even though we had a very wet and windy spell over Saturday night into Sunday.
On arrival, my parents were shown a suggested hardstanding for their trailer that would afford them some shelter and close access to the toilet block. Electric hookups are plentiful (possibly one every pitch but I didn't check). There is a designated dog walking area so that made Kirsty very happy.
Barnard Castle is well worth a visit, Bowes Museum is a great asset to the area. Close by the site for cycling and walking is the Balderhead Reservoir and those who know about Hannah Hauxwell will enjoy seeing where she lived for so many years.
There is nothing specific children but there was plenty of space for kite flying and ball play so that was fine. Having found Doe Park, I'm sure it will be a regular weekend break for us.
I consider that the overnight charge is very reasonable for the quality of site. I would recommend without reservation.
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Steve McV |
21 reviews from this member |
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What else is there to add? Beautiful location on the edge of the prettiest village in the prettiest valley in England (in my biassed view!)
Spacious flat pitches, most with stone chippings. Watch out for the ones with trees overhanging - we got covered in horrible sap.
You'll need 20p pieces for the showers, but they last ages. No playground on site, but a large rally field ideal for football. Turn left on the railway path & follow it to the village for a lovely playground there.
No shop on site, very small range of items on sale at reception, but plenty of excellent shops in Barnard Castle a few miles away.
Railway path up Teesdale as well as many miles of footpaths for circular walks. Cotherstone has a small shop & some nice pubs. Worth booking for meals - they get busy. Romaldkirk is also picture postcard stuff with more fantastic pubs.
One thing to watch - no card payment facilities, cash or cheque only. Probably my new favourite site. Will certainly be back.
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Alitone |
31 reviews from this member |
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We were back at the Doe Park Site again this week and its 'as good as ever' with loads of space between pitches and great facilities in a peaceful location.
I just wanted to correct one recent review which states '2 Pubs in the village of Cotherstone don't allow dogs'. That is incorrect because the Red Lion does allow owners to bring dogs in and the drinks are amazing value i.e a small bottle of Red wine and a pint of Stella for less than £5. One and a half pints of stella £3.40. Wish it was my local. The real fire is always roaring as well.
The path to the village is along the Tees Railway path( 20 minutes) or across a field to the village in about 5 minutes walk and yes a short 50 meter stretch has no path, but don't be put off as its quite safe.
Buses pass the site entrance to Barnard Castle one an hour. ( Or you can walk along a well marked country trail next to the river Tees ) about 2 hours walk
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: MalPal |
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Doe Park is a lovely quiet site surrounding a beautiful Manor house where the owners live and work the farm, It is split into separate paddocks, most pitches having hard standing and more than enough space around your unit. Although no play park or anything for children there is a large field for them to play in.
The staff are Extremely Friendly and very Informative.
The whole site is very clean and tidy with spotless Toilets and Showers (20 pences needed but they do last a long time)
There is Plenty to do around the area, Bowes Museum, barnard castle, river walks or even a bike riding across the gated fields and along a disused railway track leading to Middleton in Teesdale approx 6 miles away, a lovely picturesque route to take and there are numerous coffee shops etc in this quaint country village.
The fox and hounds pub in Cotherstone village is a must and only a short walk from the site, it serves excellent quality food.
My husband and I found this site by chance only 4 weeks ago and have just returned from a 2nd visit! Our friends went with us on our 2nd visit and it certainly wont be the last time for them either!
We Love everything about Doe Park and it will be a regular for us in the future.
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| Date of Visit: April 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Lindilou |
14 reviews from this member |
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Very nice site and the owners were very welcoming,well structured on first viewing though we do normally prefer smaller more informal sites (this was booked by our friends) but we soon warmed to our surroundings,(always keep an open mind), most pitches were hardstanding and there was plenty of room between.
The site was well maintained and clean at all times, recycling points were good too.
Toilets were kept very clean and showers(20p) gave plenty of time, the water was always nice and hot, there was also 2 privacy sinks in each block besides the showers.
Wonderful walks in the area, we stayed 2 weeks and still didn't get to all the lovely places around in the area.
Fox and Hounds in Cotherstone very good for meals, and it's within walking distance (over fields). Note there is no footpath on roadway.
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Bennythecat |
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We have just returned from a Bank Holiday break at Doe Park. The park was lovely and quiet despite it being a Bank Holiday weekend. The pitch sizes were really good and you felt a long way away from your neighbours which was nice.
They take pride in their site and it was spotlessly clean and the grass beautifully kept (though they never cut it when you are there, it's almost like the fairies come whilst you are out). The toilet block was also spotless and I never had to wait for a shower.
We had problems with our electrics whilst there and nothing was too much trouble for them. They rallied round to find us a spare cable, battery charger and lots of much needed help and advice.Thanks guys
Overall this is a well run site and I would not hesitate to recommend it.
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| Date of Visit: April 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Alitone |
31 reviews from this member |
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We stayed at Doe Park earlier this year and liked it so much we re-booked at Easter so were able to see how it ran in peak-season. I have to say we are very impressed by the staff and management of this lovely haven.
They are simply wonderful and far more hospitable than the Caravan and Camping Club site nearer Barnard Castle where we stayed the following night.
The pitches are very large and we were amazed at how many people said they 'had been coming back to Doe Park for years'. To me that says it all.
The grass is cut short and all the cuttings taken away so you don't get grass in your caravan, the toilets and shower are immaculate.
We wanted milk and papers and bread so walked across the small field into Cotherstone village at 8am on Friday to the sound of hundreds of singing birds in the surrounding trees and though to myself 'how lucky are we to be staying here'.
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