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Arrived here at the end of our 12 day holiday for 3 nights on arrival could not see where we needed to go so we walked down to the coffee shop you had to book in here then go back and wait for the warden whom they rang to tell he gave us a choice of pitches then even helped my husband unhitch the van very helpful. !
The site has absolutely great potential to be one of the very best if managed correctly! Every pitch over looks a lovely pond there are go karts, tractors and trailers, space hoppers (ALL FREE) a sand pit with diggers in a lovely park a cabin with table football TV giant connect four giant dominoes jenga colouring chalk board story books. Down near the coffee shop another great play area with trampolines monkey bars and a little brick building with free pool and table tennis (just a deposit needed) it is absolute heaven for any child.
Now the negatives which I feel are BIG ! Toilets and showers are 2 portacabins 2 for females and 2 for males yuk! I felt after each shower dirtier than when I went in (If my shower in the caravan had not been leaking I wouldn't have used them) but despite all this we enjoyed and would like to have stopped another day. Now to the Warden very helpful friendly chap. All this place is grassed and no matter what the weather he just drives about in his big car does he not realise this will ruin the grass? Secondly because this was the end of our holiday we decided we would like to have an extra night so I asked him if this was possible he went and checked then told me yes we were all so happy. So I went and paid bought some extra wine and settled in the sunshine only for him to come 3 hours later to say here is your money back I made a mistake Oh my we were gutted especially our 7 year old whom we didn't even tell until we were sure!
We have just spent our first weekend camping at this park had a excellent time, however just one suggestion to make come on dog owners please poop and scoop if your dog has a accident beside the tents or the children's play areas. Plenty of things for the children to do, I do think you should have a look at the pond area and put a small fence around it looks great but when you have small children's it is a worry.
Toilets and shower area kept clean, and the bisto, coffee shop is furbished to high standards( could be opened later at the weekend for late diners). Will return later in the year.
Lovely site, nice and quiet. Great activities for all age ranges including pool table, table tennis under cover and tractors and space hoppers scattered around the campsite. Toilets were clean with hot water. Shop on site/cafe selling fruit and veg and some camping essentials with two full size trampolines next to it.
Campsite is set out with a lake in the centre. Lots of nice walks around the area some especially for young children and for them to see farm animals.
We stayed for one night only as it was a practice for my friends.
Just returned from a 2 night stay at this lovely site. We were in a group with 8 children all older teenagers and never once did we hear any of them say the dreaded `I`m bored` comment, they spent hours entertaining themselves on all of the free play equipment that is available, and to be fair so did some of the adults, its amazing how you can turn in to a child again when you see a spacehopper! The site itself is really well looked after, Peter the site manager is very approachable and helpful, he is always around and about making sure everywhere is kept clean and tidy. Yes the showers/toilets are at the moment in porta cabins and are fairly basic, but they were extremely clean whenever we used them, there are plans for a purpose built shower block. The only thing I felt the site would benefit from would be a small campsite shop, there is a lovely farm shop on site, but I mean a shop that stocks the essentials for camping such as washing up liquid, toiletries, spare tent pegs, gas etc. Already booked up and looking forward to going back for the Aug bank holiday.
Stayed for the weekend, 2 families with 2 children 14yrs and 2 children 6 and 7yrs and 1 dog. Site was great, really big pitches 10m x 7m so plenty of room. Site is close to A66 but didn't notice traffic noise. Plenty of really nice clean dog walks.
Toilet/shower blocks were portacabins but very clean and adequate, only 2 showers (not very warm or powerful) so probs need to queue at busy times. New toilet/shower blocks to come soon.
Peter the warden really nice guy very helpful and always around to help and chat.
There was plenty for kids to do, 2 playgrounds 1 with 2 big trampolines, go carts space hoppers (big enough for adults too), play hut with more games, separate games room with table tennis and pool table, and all free.
Had a fantastic weekend here will definitely go again.
We were in two minds whether to go on this trip due to the horrible rain, however its not to far from home and the forecast looked promising.
Very pleased we did! it was great there was so much for the kids to do climb, dig, lego, jenga, table football, trampolines, colour, football, badminton and the list goes on.
It was a lovely well kept site nice to open the tent and see the lake and ducks on a morning.
As I said very happy kids=very happy parents.
Toilets and showers were fine ok not purpose built but they were clean and the shower was hot.
Popped into Barnard castle on the Sat to stock up for BBQ and kids couldn't wait to get back.
Also it was lovely and quite by 11. 30 no noise and if there was a problem, the chap who runs the site is on hand and gives you his number.
We are planning to go back soon only this time we will be in our caravan.
Great Site, this is the 4th time we have visited the site and credit to to management and particular Peter( park Warden) for all the effort put in.
The park is improving month on month and given time will be a 1st class site.
Yes the shower block is not the best but its an improvement on last yr. The kids have a great time, using trampolines, karts, and space hoppers provided.
The pitch size is very generous and with good views to compliment. There is a great dog walk just across the site entrance and plenty of other walks to choose from.
The cafe is available for tea, coffee, treats etc, also the club house has good facilities as well.
We will be continued supporters of this site and expect to visit several more times this yr. Barnard castle is a 10 min drive away and lots of other local attractions. All in all, great value and even better service.
Just returned from a great trip to Thorpe Farm Centre. We arrived Friday evening and after driving through a rather worryingly tumbled down, gravelled entrance way, area we arrived on a lovely, green picturesque site.
Well tended grassed areas with a lovely pond in the centre surrounded by well maintained mature trees. Met by Peter, friendly campsite manager we were shown to a pitch and he even helped us to unhitch!
Loads for 2 boys (9 and 7 ) to do llamas, donkeys, lambs etc to look at and stroke, space hoppers and go-karts around the site for children to use at will. A games room with Lego, Jenga, table football etc.
Toilets are basic but clean and well monitored for cleanliness. A disabled unit Peter said could be used as a family room was useful.
We bought items at the well stocked farm shop, lovely fresh reasonably priced, produce and bakery items as well as some more 'gourmet' items. There is also a bistro which seemed well used but we didn't eat there.
We stayed on the campsite till late afternoon Saturday enjoying plenty of space and things to do and then headed 10 mins drive away to Barnard Castle and went to the Castle (English Heritage) dogs allowed, great for children to explore and wonderful views of the River Tees.
Site is close to the A66 great for ease of finding and transport links. Some noise but not a problem for us.
Blessed with good weather but helped by a lovely campsite and manager we paid an extra £5 to stay till 5pm on Sunday.
We paid £22 a night which, although not cheap, was value for money considering all the children's activities available.
We will definitely return as there is lots more to do in the area, High Force for a waterfall walk, Bowes Museum, Egglestone Abbey (EH) and lots of other walks, details on site.
Just got back from a 2 night stay. We wanted to test out the new tent.
I rang last Wednesday (15/06) and got booked for Friday no problem. They took payment over the phone £22 per night for electric pitch. I loved the fact it was for 2 adults and 2 children. The lady who took the call was really helpful and confirmed a late checkin would be fine.
Site is really easy to find just off the A66 huge sign post so you can't miss it.
On arrival we weren't sure exactly where to go but soon found the actual campsite entrance. Peter the site manager was on site showing another family to a pitch he then offered us a choice of pitches. We chose next to the activities hut as it looked onto the play area so was ideal with having 2 kids (5 & 7). The girls were straight onto the pedal karts and having a great time while we got the tent up and unpacked the car.
Peter came round to check all was ok told us where stuff was (toilets, showers, barnard castle), times farm shop open etc then left us to it.
We drove the 5 miles or so down the road to Barnard Castle and got a take away for tea (pizza cottage really nice).
The activities hut is open from about 9am till around 10pm. This has a TV in and other indoor activities to keep the kids entertained during wet weather.
Play area is a little sand pit (would have been great without the rain) and a climbing frame with a slide. This could probably use a little more in case there are more children on site and the weather is fine maybe some swings and a roundabout etc.
The toilet/shower block is clean and adequate for what you need and the amount you are paying. The farm shop/tea room is well stocked not too badly priced for what your buying. Staff were all friendly.
As the weather wasn't great we didn't really do much we went back to Barnard Castle and did a little shopping (Chocolate Fayre is recommended if your a chocoholic like me)
Called into Bowes museum (£9 adults, kids under 16 free) and did a kids tour the girls thought it was really good having to look for all the things in the book around the museum.
Once we got back the rain had stopped so we had a short walk around the site. We went up past the pond and met lugsy the lama, the kids loved this.
We went down to the farm shop where the trampolines are situated it also has a bigger climbing frame here and the kids played happily while we sat in the picnic area watching.
Peter checked on us each day to make sure everything was ok I thought that this was really nice and a lovely friendly touch. He is a credit to the site.
We will be returning. Really looking forward to out next visit so we can do more of the walk around the community wood and see more of the animals (weather permitting)
Have just returned from an overnight stay at the Thorpe Farm site. 2 adults and 2 kids, what a great relaxing visit.
The site is clean and tidy, with washing facilities and a couple of shower blocks each for males and females.
Loads available on site for the kids to do, 2 games rooms, nice play areas, a pond, 2x large trampolines and even some pedal carts to ride around on all free of charge.
There are some great walks to try and animal paddocks housing Ponies, Llamas, Sheep and Donkeys, our kids loved it all.
Peter on the site was so hospitable and helpful and greeted us with a nice welcome.
Just got back home from a fantastic 3 night break at this campsite.
When we arrived we were greeted by the warden who showed us a variety of pitches to choose from. We chose to be next to the games room in front of the play area and lake so we could watch our 2 children play.
This campsite has everything for children. Go carts, croquet, badminton net, table tennis, pool table, basketball net, football table, television,6 large space hoppers and 2 large trampolines and ALL FREE!
I can honestly say it's the first time the children haven't complained of being bored on a campsite ( 13 year old boy and 9 year old girl ) and happy kids mean happy parents!
The warden is such a pleasant and lovely fella and was always on hand if we needed anything.
There is plenty of dog walks and also in the adjoining fields there was a pony, 2 llamas and sheep.
Toilet/shower blocks were basic but adequate.
The only thing I could say to improve the site would be to have wifi as the kids had their laptops, some lighting on the way to the toilet blocks as it was pitch black on a night and a barrier on entrance for security but apart from that a brilliant campsite!
Our second time camping was a really nice experience at Thorpe Farm Centre. Really nice site, lovely setting. The Farm shop and cafe was very nice.
Peter the campsite manager was really helpful a really nice guy.
We took our dog and the walks around and about were great, she enjoyed every minute. We went with two other families with 8 children between them, the facilities for the children were fantastic.
The toilets and showers were kept clean, but weren't the best, we understand there are plans to build new blocks which would make it a perfect site.
There was plenty of ample parking to either have you car behind you, side of you, in front of you. We did encounter some tent envy/jealousy as we have 'monster' tents, but it all worked out in the end, I may even go camping again!
If customer service matters to you, you will love this site. The man who runs the site was very helpful and made us feel very welcome. The campsite is under development and has the potential to be excellent. The camping field is great - lots of space (with or without hook up) with some pitches under trees. The washroom facilities are quite basic with 3 showers and 10 toilets located in portacabins. On a positive the water was piping hot. There is an outdoor wash area which is adequate. There is a cafe/shop located on the farm a couple of minutes walk from the campsite.
There was enough to occupy our children with a play area, games room, football area with two goals, pedal cars and the various animals.
We stayed here with another family and discovered a lovely walk through nearby woods. We also visited Barnard Castle which was 10 minutes away by car.
The only downside to this site is the road noise from the adjacent A66, however trees have been planted in an effort to deflect this in the coming years.
Peter the guy that signs you in was fantastic you can usually find him driving around in his 4x4, he is very helpful and pleasant.
Loads to do for the kid pedal go-carts, pedal tractors, a sand pit, play area with slide, trampoline and a games room with drawing activities, jenga, giant connect four, giant dominos and table football. (if its not too windy outdoor badminton too). The game room also has a toilet in which was very handy!
There is a dog walk / family walk going by the farm animals and a friendly Donkey. On the walk you'll find a tunnel subway that passes underneath the A66 so you can safely get to the other side where you'll find pubs and a hotel and restaurant.
Peter put a TV in the game room so we could watch the football (good Lad) so that's the adults sorted.
The farm shop has some great food in very fresh and excellent quality!
We were on EHU (Electric hook up) I would say a good size pitch enough to fit your car and a tent 460 x 430. But watch out whilst you are out for the day because some selfish idiots turn up with monster tents and pitch right over the spot the car was parked in.
Toilets and showers very clean. I tried both gents showers but one was a bit temperamental going hot and cold with the change in water pressure as it was an electric shower.
My last comment is about the drinking water for some reason it smelt eggy as did the water coming out of the showers the same supply obviously.
Just visited this campsite at the end of the easter holidays. We have two young children, aged 4 and 7, who need lots of entertaining! - thorpe farm had loads on offer from trampolines, to Giant connect 4 and ride on tractors - they also loved the Pony & Llama's at the top end of the site. The toilets/shower block were basic but clean. There is a great coffee shop with some very nice cakes and a reclamation building which is well worth a look round. The site manager was great, really helpful and always on hand when you needed something - he ensured there wasn't any unnecessary noise round the site and even jump started our car when we got carried away blowing up the airbeds. We'll be booking again soon and have recommended to lots of camping pals.
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Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
Holiday Homes for Sale 
Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
Rallies Welcome 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
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 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
No Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
Kids Playground 
TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <5 miles 
No Wild Swimming 
Indoor Pool <5 miles 
No Outdoor Pool 
Horse Riding <1 mile 
No Cycle Hire 
Golf <5 miles 
No Tennis 
No Beach 
No Watersports 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Working Farm 
Campfires Allowed 
Lakeside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
Arrived here at the end of our 12 day holiday for 3 nights on arrival could not see where we needed to go so we walked down to the coffee shop you had to book in here then go back and wait for the warden whom they rang to tell he gave us a choice of pitches then even helped my husband unhitch the van very helpful. !
