Reviews
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Helen and Gang (Club member) said...
Wow what a fantastic site! Immaculately presented and the facilities were of a very high standard.Lovely hot showers that were very welcome as it had been snowing!!
Our party was made up of 3 families and we were kindly located together which was great. The owners were extremely friendly and helpful.
Plenty to do in the area, we visited High Force, Fountains Abbey and Barnard Castle itself. The fish and chip van on Saturday night exceeded expectations.
No complaints at all and will definitely be back!
DATE STAYED: April 2012
RECOMMENDED: 
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
aalii (Club member) said...
Returned to this lovely site again with friends, got pitched together near the small play park and toilets which was fine, wardens told the older children they could play ball games up the top of the site while the site was quite. Very clean lovely site nothing was a problem for the wardens when we asked about things to do in the local area. Toilets always clean even when there was snow in April. There is a chip van that visits the site twice a week which was well worth the money and food was great .a must to go to is diggerland in Durham all kids aged 5-48 loved it. Beamish the living museum of the north is also another great thing to do/see.
We will be back to this site!!
DATE STAYED: April 2012
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Christine & Mark Kent (Club member) said...
We had a very enjoyable week..very clean and friendly site.Plenty of walks within the area.Sorry to come home.Christine & Mark Kent Burley-in-Wharfedale.
DATE STAYED: October 2009
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Mick and Pauline Smith (Club member) said...
Spent eleven nights on site and everything was excellent, apart from the weather maybe!
Paul and Angie were superb. We were advised about the most sheltered pitches available because it was blowing a gale when we arrived.
The swallow which greeted us on arrival must have set off for Africa that evening because we never saw it again. Lots more birds on and around the site to see and hear.
Loads of places to visit within reasonable driving distance. High Foce and Low Force very impressive after rain. A bit further afield a trip to Smardale Gill near Kirkby Stephen was definitely worthwhile for the red squirrel sighting. Bowes Museum should not be missed.
Loved Angie's blackboard with her thought of the day.
Chippy van excellent.
We'd love to come back for another visit.
DATE STAYED: October 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
G N Stoker (Club member) said...
Excellent site with superb wardens - a credit to the Club
Would not hesitate to book again
DATE STAYED: September 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Town,Country,Secluded
Mike Rutherford (Club member) said...
This was my first visit but defo not my last, site was very clean,friendly ,and welcoming site manager and his team were always on hand to assist in any way,I will be back a big thankyou to all and well done
DATE STAYED: September 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
margaret and Bill (Club member) said...
we enjoyed the stay very much, it was very windy one day when we were visiting York, when we returned to the site we found that Angie,Paul, Wendy and Rob had taken our awning down and stored everything in their garage to prevent damage to our unit. Thank you so much.
Visited Fountains Abbey, Beamish,Ripon,Durham,
all within an hours travel. Also went to Farmers market and Bowes Show
DATE STAYED: September 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples
LOCATION: Country
Cynth brinkley Sue bonehill (Club member) said...
We very much enjoyed our stay at Barnard Castle Site. It was extremely friendly and we were greeted warmly and shown all the facilities which were available. We were also very pleased and grateful for the help we were given when we had a problem with the gas.This is a site which we would recommend to anyone and we will be making a return visit ourselves.
DATE STAYED: September 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Town,Country,Secluded
Sheepskin Stu (Club member) said...
A very well kept site in a secluded location. The toilet/shower block was superb. The shop was a bit threadbare on stock but useful nonetheless. The nearby town was a textbook view into middle England with its quaint little shops and eateries. Only stayed one night in the end due to unforseen circumstances which was a shame but gave me reason to return.
DATE STAYED: September 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Mr & Mrs Fox (Club member) said...
What a fantastic stay we had here. Angie, Paul and the team do their very best to accomodate, so friendly and helpful. We celebrated a 40th birthday and wedding anniversary here, so must recommend the Fox & Hounds in Cotherstone too for excellent food. Loads to see & do here, a short drive to High Force for great walks, Hamsterley forest for cycling, we even visited the Tan Hill Inn (Britains highest pub)and Angel of the North (which is about an hour's drive away) Even though the weather was very windy and wet at times (which drained really quickly from the pitches)the hot powerful clean showers and facilities were tip top!TV signal is great too usuing just our status aerial. Thanks again team for a wonderful stay!
DATE STAYED: September 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Town,Country,Secluded
Ann Roden (Club member) said...
Loved this site. Quiet and peaceful and yet it was full. The picture in brochure doesn't do it justice as it looks open. The pitches are in cul de sacs and little areas making you feel that you have your own little corner.
Kind and warm welcome. Nice views from pitch. Dog walk brilliant being along a public footpath. Great for kids too as nice little play area and for the little one who loves horses and ponies there are lots to look at. I dreaded the walk through the fields to the woodland and Barnard Castle because of the horses and how the dogs would react but the horses are in fields either side of the path so no worries for horses, dogs or people as they don't get together.
Altogether an excellent site in lovely area. Relaxing break and will be back time and time again to explore the lovely are surrounding it.
DATE STAYED: September 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Terry & Barbara (Club member) said...
We have just enjoyed 7 wonderful days here and found it to be a most excellent site. Paul & Angie and their staff gave us a very warm greeting and were most helpful throughout our stay, which I have to say included gale force winds and heavy rain! However, the weather did not deter from our enjoyment at all and we were pleased to find so much to do in the area. Barnard Castle is a very pleasant town with full amenities (the chip shop does amazing fish bites) and we enjoyed excursions out to Raby Castle, High Force at Middleton-in-Teesdale and even got further afield to Durham, Beamish & Ormsby Hall. Was somewhat disappointed that Bowes Museum charges extra for photography in addition to the entrance fee but still happy to support the local places of interest.
The site itself is kept in pristine condition and the shower block is spotless with steaming hot water The pressure in the showers could be just a tad more powerful but that is merely personal preference.
We would be happy to recommend this site to others and shall certainly have a return visit in the future :)
DATE STAYED: September 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Yvonne Mason (Club member) said...
Another brilliant stay at "Barney". Many thanks to the wardens and their assistants for their friendly welcome and banter throughout our stay.
An excellent site, loads of walks nearby and enough coffee shops and restaurants in Barney and Eggleston to tempt you away from cooking!
We'll be back soon.
DATE STAYED: September 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
Doug & Jean (Club member) said...
At the start of a long tour, this was the best introduction. A suberb welcome by helpful and enthusiastic staff and lots of information about local amenities. Buses a 10 minute walk from the site every hour into Barnard Castle or a 35 minute woodland walk is a good dry weather alternative. The site was hit with gale force winds seriously affecting caravan awnings with the owners absent. The Warden team spent a long time going round the site re- securing awnings and making all safe. Normal facilites kept in excellent condition but the best recommendation is that the Staff are quite superb. I wish that all the sites could reach this standard.The Bowes Museum should not be missed.
DATE STAYED: September 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Secluded
mrs pearson (Club member) said...
What a fab find, once we,d driven past the caravan club site. to find camping club site, No problems though. We were offered a great pitch away from the play area which suited us , I must say we like being offered a choice when we arrive at club sites. We walked into town through the woods which was lovely .but it would be too far to walk back after a pub visit.Morrisons supermarket is in the town centre, Ideal for cooked chicken and bread. We went to Burrells fish and chip shop for tea twice it was so good (they open sundays too)and you can sit in. Did a days walk from High force. good pub near end of walk Strathmore arms i think. This site is also very well set out and organised, plenty of space and the managers seem to know just what we wanted. well done thankyou we will come again
DATE STAYED: August 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Town,Country,Secluded
Helen & Andy (Club member) said...
Excellant camp site with great facilities, staff very friendly and helpful in finding pitch for tent & gazebo. Our 2 children made lots of friends and safefor them to play within site. Site well maintained, especially greass pitches (even during some very wet weather!!) Riding stable next door was very good, even for novice riders. Loads to do in area (cycling / walking) Bowes Museum a must!!! Very quiet site, especially no road noise. Will hopefully be back next summer.
DATE STAYED: August 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Richard Lay (Club member) said...
I have been to many club sites but have never been motivated to comment, however I felt the need with Barnard Castle. The site is beautiful. Away from the town but only a lovely, short walk in. The facilities, which are the best I have seen, were vast and spotless and no wonder, as I saw one of the guys sweeping and mopping the gents after 23:00!
Barnard Castle is a town that I did not know but will return to. A bustling market town (the farmers market was on whilst we were there), it has lots of great local shops.
We took the opportunity to visit High Force which was spectacular and well worth the 12 or so mile drive.
All in all, a weekend did not do the site justice and we will definitely be back!
DATE STAYED: September 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country
Ward (Club member) said...
FANTASTIC
This site is one of the best.
The staff are always very friendly and helpful and just never stop doing their best to ensure the site is kept this way.
Cant wait to visit again.
Thank You very much
DATE STAYED: August 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
Dave (Club member) said...
Have just spent 7 nights here. The staff are so friendly and helpfull, this is a very well looked after site, the toilets and showers are very clean.
will be going back here again.
DATE STAYED: August 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Secluded
lisa scouler (Club member) said...
Our third visit to this site. Paul and Angi were the new managers for both of our visits this year. They are a genuinely warm and friendly couple who did everything they could to ensure that we we were happy with our pitch. The facilities were excellent and the campsite itself was very clean and well maintained. They have introduced a morning newspaper service and twice weekly visits from a fish and chip van which are very popular. Our 9 year old son loves this site because he can ride his bike around a nice circuit and although the play area is small it is a good meeting place for the campsite children. There is never any noise after 10. Overall I think this site is great value for money - a firm favourite with the whole family.
DATE STAYED: August 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
Piers Tye (Club member) said...
The Staff were very friendly and helpful. We cannot fault this site. Would thoroughly recommend it. A must visit is the Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle, the museum is one of Britain's Hidden Gems.
DATE STAYED: August 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples
LOCATION: Secluded
Gary (Club member) said...
Lovely and well kept site within easy reach of the town. The staff were friendly and worked tirelessly,despite the bad weather to keep the site up to an excellent standard, yet still found time to chat. Well done.
DATE STAYED: August 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Andrew & Ann Owens, LEIGH (Club member) said...
Congratulations to Angie and Paul on their 1st year of site Managers. They where ably assisted by Rob and Wendy. The whole team where always available for advise or just a chat/laugh even after a long day. The facilities are excellent and the whole upkeep of the site was 1st class. There a good walks near by and plenty of attractions to visit out and about. All in all a highly recommended site. Can't wait to go back. Well done to them all.
DATE STAYED: August 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
JR (Club member) said...
Angie, Paul and their assistants were extremely friendly and helpful - we wanted to extend our stay whilst there and Angie could not have been more amenable. Spacious and airy shower block, good flat site for novice tourers! 'Thought of the Day' board a nice touch. Thankyou!
DATE STAYED: August 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Tenters Delight said...
We are tenters and are not members of the club. However, if all the other club sites are as good as Barney then we will be joining.
We only wanted to test the tent out as we are first timers and the help and assistance we received from Paul was brilliant - he obviously knows his tent poles!
Angie in the office was very helpful and knowledgeable of the area.
The site is wonderfully kept and when we return we will join thanks to this little gem of a site.
DATE STAYED: August 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Carol said...
As a camper situated near to the previous reviewer "not very happy camper" I would like to comment on how well the situation was handled by the Managers of the site.
If non member groups do not adhere to the Camping & Caravan Club rules then maybe they should find alternative camp sites.
Barney is a well run site, the facilities are second to none and we were not disappointed.
We will definately be back soon and thank the Managers again for a brilliant weekend.
DATE STAYED: August 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country
davrow (Club member) said...
THIS SITE IS VERY GOOD , EVERYTHINK YOU WANT FOR A QUIET BREAK , ITS THE CLEANEST SITE IV BEEN TO AND THE STAFF WERE TOP CLASS , GOIN BACK THIS WEEKEND CANT WAIT .
DATE STAYED: July 2009
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
John Wilton (Club member) said...
Just had a great weekend break at Barnard Castle. The site is very well run and the helpfulness of all the staff members was much appreciated. I will have no hesitation in recomending this site and will return.
DATE STAYED: August 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Secluded
Not a happy camper said...
From start to finish this was a disappointment. Upon arrival we were presented with the rules and regulations of the site which reflected more of a concentration camp than a caravan/camping site.
Total silence is expected to be maintained from 11pm onwards and heaven forbid if you do not want to go to sleep instantly. As a group of young (late 20's), experienced campers, we were made to feel like children from staff and management alike.
All in all, a disgusting experience making a mockery of campers and camping.
DATE STAYED: August 2011
RECOMMENDED: 
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
Sinclair family said...
First time camping with the family so I was looking for a site that was child friendly with good facilities and clean and this proved to be a gem of a site. The children made lots of new friends and everyone was very friendly. We are now new members.
DATE STAYED: August 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
Steve (Club member) said...
The road in is a bit tricky been only a single lane but the enterance is easy but you could drive pass it.
The welcome is friendly and helpful.
The atmosphere on the site is quiet with the random out break of children laughing and enjoying themselves.
DATE STAYED: July 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
FAMILY C (Club member) said...
WOW ! This site was recommended to us and we weren't disappointed. Honestly cannot think of anything negative to say. The welcome was great and the toilets, washing up facilties and laudrey were spotless and in perfect working order at all times of the day. Individual washing cubicles provide privacy with extra touches such as additional lighting above the mirrors/wash basins and in the shower cubicles. Also washing lines very useful and thoughtful. A small playground and plenty of space to ride bikes kept our children entertained all weekend, leaving the adults time to relax! We will be back very soon. Thank you
DATE STAYED: July 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
Carl and Caroline Ryder-Jones (Club member) said...
The welcome at this site is second to none! Paul, Angie and their staff were superb! They were so helpful and accommodating and made our stay feel special. We feel this is the best run site we've ever visited. Everything is maintained to the highest degree. We definitely want to return!!
DATE STAYED: July 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country
Royston and Wendy Palmer (Club member) said...
Paul and Angie were extremely professional and very friendly and helpful at our stay in Barnard Castle. After travelling from Wexford, Ireland we were welcomed with a wonderful site and Barnard Castle is a lovely spot to explore, Town has a good range of shops and places to eat. The site is beautifully maintained and spotlesly clean. We loved the thought of the day.
Many many thanks to Paul and Angie we had a cracking time and will be back again soon.
DATE STAYED: July 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Town,Country,Secluded
Margaret & Bill Wood (Club member) said...
This is an excellent site. Very well kept by hard working and friendly site managers and assistants. Toilet block is kept immaculate at all times. Grass is also well kept. Lots of nice walks in the area including a walk into Barnard Castle. Lots of nice village pubs not too far away in the area with some excellent food.
DATE STAYED: July 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
Andrew and Jennifer (Club member) said...
This site is one of the best that we have visited over the last 4 years the wardens are very friendly and helpful,the site is kept to very high standard and I would not hesitate to recommend it to any one who likes to enjoy the countryside either walking or cycling as there are many footpaths and bridleways in this area.
Angie's thought of the day is a nice touch.
The friendly attitude of the wardens creates a very friendly feel to the site which is sometimes missing from lots of sites nowadays.
The fish and chip avn that visits the site on Wednesday and Saturday evenings is excellent.
An altogether good experience.
DATE STAYED: July 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Andrew and Jennifer (Club member) said...
This site is the ideal for persons of all ages, from the moment we arrived we felt very much at ease the managers and assistants were very helpful and friendly, the facilities were excellent and the site as a whole was very well presented.
Angie's thought of the day board was something different and just had to read every day.A Big thankyou to the staff for going the extra mile.
The fish and chip van that visits the site on Wednesday and Saturday is a must!!!!
DATE STAYED: July 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country
Joyce Moon (Club member) said...
Our virst visit with my grandchildren. Had a wonderful weekend.Angi went the extra mile to make sure every thing was booked correctly and gave us a wonderful welcome. The site is immaculate as is the shower block. The privacy cubicles were a welcome sight. We are now returning in August for our summer break and cant wait to explore the area. Definately recommend this site for a peaseful break.
DATE STAYED: July 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Secluded
Denise & Steve (Club member) said...
We have never left a review on any site previously visited but felt we must on this occasion. What can we say? Fantastic site, fantastic managers/wardens on site and such a peaceful place to stay. Even though we had made an error in booking the pitch (booked a non electric when we thought it was with electric) nothing was too much trouble for Angie & Paul who accommodated us on a 'pitch' with electric hook-up. The toilet block and facilities are spotless as is the site. The fish and chip van on the Saturday was a treat too! Barnard Castle close by and well worth a visit so too is High Force Waterfall near Middleton-in-Teesdale. We enjoyed our stay so much we have booked a further stay next month, the correct pitch this time of course!
DATE STAYED: July 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Chris and Dawn Morkel (Club member) said...
We had a wonderful time yet again. This is our 2nd time at the site this year and have found that Angie and Paul to be very friendly and approachable. Check-in was promptly carried out without any fuss.
The toilet facilities and dish washing areas are always spotlessly clean. There are plenty for the kids to do whether it be catching fresh water crayfish in the stream or just playing around the site.
The more out-going among you can go riding at the stables behind the site.
DATE STAYED: July 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Jean (Club member) said...
Have just spent a lovely week here, what a wonderful secluded site very peaceful, the wardens keep the site spotlessly clean and tidy, toilet block very clean indeed, there's a fish and chip van calls twice a week. a 25 min walk takes you into town with plenty of shops and a supermarket plenty to see in surounding area, we shall be back.....
DATE STAYED: June 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Town,Country,Secluded
Ally (Club member) said...
Hi, What a wonderful and peaceful site this is very well kept clean and tidy, toilets are spotless with privacy cubicles ( wish all club sites had privacy cubicles), there is a fish and chip van twice a week and there good, about 20 to 30 min walk into Barnard castle town plenty of shops, wardens very helpful and friendly a 5 star site we will be back very soon.
DATE STAYED: June 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Town,Country,Secluded
Kirsty said...
We were staying here as part of the W2W cycle route. The couple running the site could not have been more helpful. They even stored our dairy as we stayed when it was really hot. The facitlites were spotless. We even had the entertainment of the sheep being rounded up one morning. We left some washing out when out trying to find a bike tyre and it was taken in when it started raining. I loved my camping experience here. If only the flies would leave this site but they were there because the local farmer had been muck spreading.
DATE STAYED: July 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country
J.T (Club member) said...
The walks are within most peoples ability.
DATE STAYED: June 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Town,Country,Secluded
Sue (Club member) said...
Friendly and helpful staff.Lovely location. Barnard Castle a lovely spot to explore, Town has a good range of shops and the antique centres are a delight to wander around. Walks by the river are very pleasant. Castle and Bowes museum well worth a visit.handy for motor racing fans as Croft is within easy travelling distance. Will visit again as there is still plenty more to explore.
DATE STAYED: June 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country
Mick & June (Club member) said...
first time @ this excellent clean & well kept site & with friendly staff,good walking straight from site to Barnard castle & also many other footpaths around to discover, we will be back @ a later date, thanks from Mick & June
DATE STAYED: June 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Gordon and Sue (Club member) said...
A well kept quiet and friendly site in a lovely location with easy road and walking access to Barnard Castle. Holiday Site Managers Angie and Paul very friendly and helpful, with Angie's thought of the day always something to look forward to. We had a wonderful week ~ thank you.
DATE STAYED: June 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
mar & ken (Club member) said...
narrow lane to get in but ok for our small van; friendly welcome; small; flat campsite so ideal for first couple of times out when getting used to setting up; would recommend 'recycling' bin at each bin site rather than having to take empties behind reception; Barnard Castle's beautiful golf course was challenging (i found every curve of water!); the antique shops were great to explore. we had a lovely weekend. a beautiful area to visit.
DATE STAYED: June 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
ricky (Club member) said...
paul and angie very helpfull.asked to change our pitch as we didnt like being under tree . nothing was any trouble for them . great people , will go back later in year .
DATE STAYED: June 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
FRED - SHEILA (Club member) said...
ON OUR FIRST VISIT TO THIS SITE WE STOPPED FOR ONE NIGHT ENDED UP STAYING SEVEN,THE SITE IS LEVEL ,VERY CLEAN AND TOILETS SUPERB, WE CANNOT PRAISE ANGIE AND PAUL ENOUGH FOR THEIR FREINDLY AND HELPFUL ATTITUDE, THEY ARE A CREDIT TO OUR CLUB, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
Emma (Club member) said...
This was our first camping holiday as a family with our 2 children (ages 7 & 3) and we couldn't have had a better time (well apart from the weather but unfortunately the campsite doesn't control that!). We had a lovely welcome and Angie and Paul were very helpful throughout our stay. The campsite was immaculate, the facilities spotless and the playground great for the children. Also a lovely walk (approximately 30mins)from the site into Barny through the farm next door and the woods along the river. I would recommend this site to anyone and it is a great first place to go if you are unsure about camping. It rained alot while we were there but we enjoyed it so much - even in the rain - that we have now joined the Camping and Caravan club! Thanks Angie and Paul we will be back!
DATE STAYED: June 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Town,Country,Secluded
phil young (Club member) said...
very nice site would recommend
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Secluded
M l boldison (Club member) said...
First time camping for my family and couldn't have asked for more. Angus and Paul on site are extremely friendly and helpful. Toilet block fantastic and whole site dog friendly too. We will def be returning thanks
DATE STAYED: June 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Town,Country
pobblequeen (Club member) said...
This site is in a great location within easy walking distance of the town. Lots to see & do in local area. The facilities were the cleanest I have ever seen - despite lots of rain & busy bank holiday weekend there was no mud inside. My 15 month old enjoyed the swings and the sheep & lambs in field next to the site!
I would highly recommend this site to all.
DATE STAYED: May 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Town,Country,Secluded
Dave & Sue W (Club member) said...
An excellent site with wardens Angie & Paul going the 'extra mile' in trying conditions with the high winds and apparently without support, hopefully temporary for their sake. Once sited we felt really relaxed, pitches were spacious and level. Facilities were immaculate. Easy walk to town from the site, and plenty of pubs/cafes there. The little 'library shelf' was a boon as I had finished the book I bought. A trip to High and Low Force Waterfalls is a must, we were lucky to see after rain in full flow! We hope we can visit this site again before too long.
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
dave rena scotland (Club member) said...
hi have just returned from a five day break at this lovely and well presented site which we both enjoyed except for the strong winds which lasted a couple of days but never the less the warm and friendly site managers angie paul along with the many places to visit will ensure a return in the near future.
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Philip & Jacky (Club member) said...
This site is beautifully kept in a lovely situation. Birdsong is the only sound likely to disturb the p&q. A pretty walk leads to Barnard Castle, which is the perfect small town, and there are good bus services to enable one-way walks further afield.
DATE STAYED: May 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Sue Glover (Club member) said...
My husband & I only recently joined the club and have stayed at 5 club sites. The enthusiastic welcome we recieved from the wardens and assistants at Barnard Castle exceeded anything we have known in over 40 years of caravanning. The site is beautifully maintained and spotlesly clean. We loved the thoughts for the day. We will be back. Thank-you
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Sue Glover (Club member) said...
My husband & I only recently joined the club and have stayed at 5 club sites. The enthusiastic welcome we recieved from the wardens and assistants at Barnard Castle exceeded anything we have known in over 40 years of caravanning. The site is beautifully maintained and spotlesly clean. WLoved the thoughts for the day. We will be back. Thank-you
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
The Scotts (Club member) said...
This was our first visit to this area and we were delighted we chose this site. The welcome from Angie & Paul was exceptionally friendly and felt they were welcoming back "old friends". Within ten minutes of arriving we were set up on our pitch. Paul took us to our pitch and explained about the facilities. Angie's "thought for the day" always raised a smile. The shower and toilet facilities were spotless as was the laundry area. Would thoroughly recommend this site and don't think the comments from "Smokingman" pertained to this site. We would definitely return to Barney as its a great base for visiting the surrounding areas. Keep up the good work Angie & Paul!!!!
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
baxter said...
Just spent a smashing couple of nights here and have to say that the service from the managers was brilliant. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Quick and easy check-in and was able to choose a nice pitch at the end of the field. The on site facilities were first class. Best loos and pot washing room we've seen. We will be back.....sooner rather than later. Well done. Smashing site!!!
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country
Smokingman said...
Made to feel very unwelcome when my partner and i arrived, had to wait in excess of 45min to be told if we could pitch a small two man tent. Camping area was small and at the end of the field then they wanted to charge £22 for the privelage. Can't comment on the facilities we did not stay. If this is typical of CCC sites we will not join!!!
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples
LOCATION: Country
Diana Mellor (Club member) said...
Barney is one of our favourite sites, near the lovely little market town of Barnard Castle. We've been there several times and are going again at the end of this month. The area is beautiful, with lots to do in the area and Co Durham as a whole - physical activities, sight seeing, Roman remains, railway heritage. The site is not too big, and the toilet block is immaculate, but can be hard pressed at peak times, like so many sites. Reception sells basic supplies, but there is a supermarket in Barney itself.
DATE STAYED: May 2010
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Town,Country,Secluded
Mike & Tina McGlynn (Club member) said...
first time visit to Barnard Castle C.C.C.S. and was really pleased with everything. firstly the wardens could not have been more helpful and friendly, we had the choice of pitches shown to use by the warden. All amenities are spotless as stated in all reviews. The area is lovely for walks or just relaxing. Barnard Castle itself was realy nice with good places to eat and drink.
We will certainly be visiting again.
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country
maisiebobs (Club member) said...
This was only my second trip out and my first at a formal campsite. Oh wow hasn't 'Barney' set the standard high!
The site is immaculately clean, the toilets/showers/laundry/dishwashing/chemical disposal/reception areas were spotless and of a really high standard.
Nice level site, well laid out with good sized pitches. Water and rubbish points were well lit and clean and tidy. Nice dog walk around the perimeter of the site. Didn't get further afield due the heavy rain but know the area fairly well anyway and there are some lovely places to visit nearby. The wardens were really friendly and helpful. I notice some other reviewers have marked down on the facilities, but it suited me down to the ground as a solo camper who just wanted to get away from the daily grind. Fish and chip van calls on a Saturday night too.
The dawn chorus was stunning, and the crows kept chattering all day, trying to outdo the sheep! Will definitely return.
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Family Rhodes (Club member) said...
We have just returned from another great weekend on this site. Although a busy bank holiday weekend and a full site the facilities were always clean and no queues for the showers/washbasins. The site was lovely and peaceful on an evening too.
There are some great walks straight from this site - down into Barnard Castle along the pretty deepdale beck, or across the fields to the railway walk and teesdale way up to Cotherstone and beyond. A great place for a weekend or week away and very friendly site staff.
DATE STAYED: May 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Gerald & Denise Murphy(N.Ireland) (Club member) said...
First visit to area.Warm welcome from site assistants John And Sue,two of the nicest,most helpful CC Club staff we have met.Great site for relaxation or exploring area.We hope to return in th future
DATE STAYED: April 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
Andy Braunston (Club member) said...
An excellent site with brilliant managers and assistants who were very welcoming and helpful. The site is a 30 minute walk from the town and there is a brilliant walk through the next farm and woods - directions printed out in the office.
DATE STAYED: May 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Secluded
christine & david tomlinson (Club member) said...
we arrived on good friday for a 3 night stay. and was made to feel very welcome by 4 really freindly & helpfull stewards.nothing was too much trouble for them.the site was very clean & well maintained & shower block/toilets & washing up area absolutely spotless !the site was surrounded by beautiful scenery(a walkers paradise)already we wished we were staying longer.this was the first time we'd visited this area & this campsite & we'll definately be back again !sooner rather than later.thankyou,paul,angi,john &sue for a great weekend on your campsite,sorry we missed you to say goodbye,best wishes chris & dave tomlinson(the couple who forgot the tent poles ha ha)x
DATE STAYED: April 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
Helen (Club member) said...
Very warm welcome from the wardens and I and was offered a choice of pithces on arrival.
It rained heavily whilst we were there but the toilet/shower blocks were kept immaculate.
The indoor, heated pot washing area was very welcome.
I can highly recommend the fish and chip van that comes on a Wednesday evening and the Chinese take away that delivers to the site.
Childrens play area is a little basic but is fine for younger children and is centrally located.
We will definately be returning.
DATE STAYED: August 2010
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
sue @ bill ennis (Club member) said...
had a lovely holiday site was great staff very frendly and helpfull will be back
DATE STAYED: April 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Town,Country,Secluded
Shirley & John (Club member) said...
A lovely site for our first trip; green and attractive. We
asked for a quiet pitch and were given one at the far end of the site. Still in easy reach of the showers etc.
Good dog walk and a pleasant woodland walk into Barnard Castle taking about 30 mins. Couldn't have used this easily at night though.
Only drawback was no hostelry in walking distance.
Would return to try more of the walking in the area.
DATE STAYED: April 2011
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country
shaun (Club member) said...
great peaceful site staff are very friendly and helpful with nipping clean facilitys great for a relaxing break and not to far if you wanted to walk in to barney great few days thanks
DATE STAYED: April 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
Steve & Bren (Club member) said...
Visited the site on 1st April 2011,staff at reception were so friendly.Was led to our pitch by the nice guy on the push bike.Pitch was excellent,and again visited by 2nd member of staff who was concerned about the gale force winds and made sure we were happy with pitch.All we can say is my wife and i found these facilities to be the best we have visited and we are going back 1 week later,for another brill weekend.Really recommend this site to be one of the best.
DATE STAYED: April 2011
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Ray & Chris Terry (Club member) said...
we've been all over the country and Barney is one of the best sites around, can't fault the staff, brilliant atmosphere, great for everyone to enjoy, facilities are superb, site easy to get to, only down fall is Barney's shops shut on bank holiday week-ends, fish & chips worth waiting for on site Wednesday night, its got to be the most well maintained site ever, we have booked to go back for 10 days soon.
DATE STAYED: August 2010
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Easy
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country
Sue (Club member) said...
Being first time campers, what a joy to have found this 5 star camp site an introduction never to be forgotten, warm friendly staff nothing was too much trouble.
Town is brilliant for sightseeing, shopping, or just relaxing. Having been introduced to a fantastic Chinese Delivery Service, there was no need to cook. Returned to this site on more than 3 occasions and was greeted with familiarity and warmth.
Facilities are a big WOW, can't wait for nice weather in 2011 to return. Can definitely recommend to old and new campers.
DATE STAYED: July 2010
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Active break,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
Ann Horne (Club member) said...
Lovely site within walking distance of Barnard Castle. Countryside walks nearby. Facilities modern and clean. Thoroughly recommended.
DATE STAYED: July 2010
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
Barnard Castle (Club member) said...
A lovely clean site, well maintained. Nice walks from the site.
DATE STAYED: October 2009
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Older couples,Peaceful break,Younger couples
LOCATION: Country,Secluded
Scudder (Club member) said...
Good location for walking and cycling. Bowes museum and the castle worth a visit.
Spotless facilities.
Childrens play area is in the middle of the site and can be very noisy. This did spoil my stay. Constant use of the lawn mower to direct arrivals and cut grass at the same time, became quite annoying.
Useful information leaflet provided, but the 'rules' are written in a fairly condecening way.
Town of Barnard Castle,in a pleasant walk away with a large supermarket, shops and pubs although the town does seem to be suffering from the effects of the recession.
DATE STAYED: August 2010
MEMBER FOUND TOWING: Moderate
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Groups,Active break
LOCATION: Country
a cuff (Club member) said...
Very well kept site, lots of room around your pitch.
Very friendly and helpful staff who will give you lots of local information on what to do and where to go, surrounding areas have something for everyone. will definatley return!
DATE STAYED: August 2010
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Town,Country
Alison (Club member) said...
Lovely site friendly and clean!! Not easy walking distance (with young ones) to pubs etc. But if you are just planning to stay onsite couldn't fault it!
It is quite windy as seams to sit on a slight hill but a nice site none the less!
DATE STAYED: July 2010
RECOMMENDED:
SUITABLE FOR: Families,Older couples,Groups,Peaceful break
LOCATION: Country
