An open and level site, just off the A1(M) and within easy reach of the City of Durham with walks from the site into the city. Durham is only three miles away, dramatically set on its 70-foot rocky peninsula in a meandering bend of the River Wear. It's steeped in history and the panoramic views from every vantage point must make it one of the most picturesque cities in the UK. A visit to the World Heritage site of Durham Cathedral and Castle is a must. Important Information As a result of wet ground conditions, if there is no availability shown, please advise members to call the site direct on (01913) 844778. For those Members who wish to arrive on New Years Day, please note that the Site Office will be closed. You will therefore have to stay on the Late Night Arrivals Area if the site has one. Please contact the Warden on site to discuss pitching instructions for arrivals on this day. For those members wishing to arrive on Christmas Day, please note that the Office will not be open. Therefore you may have to stay on the Late Night Arrivals Area if the site has one. Please contact the Warden on site for further information on pitching instructions. Rates:- Pitch from: £4.80 Adults from: £4.40 Children from: £1.50

We are a family business with years of experience in catering for visitors of all ages who are looking to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside. We offer static and touring caravan facilities and are within only a few miles from many of the local and historic attractions that Durham and Northumberland have to offer. The static and touring caravan park here at our site close to Beamish is ten acres in size and accommodates privately owned static caravans and electric hook-ups for touring caravans, motor homes & tents. We have a Holiday Site License for static caravans for 11 months from 1 March to 31 January and for touring caravans, motor homes & tents from 1 March to 31 October. Enjoy Durham and the surrounding Northumberland countryside and coast line experiencing the tranquility and magnificent surroundings of our caravan park here at Beamish. Our facilities include a centrally heated amenity building with showers (coin-operated), hair dryers, hand dryers and shaving points. There is a dish washing & vegetable preparation area, chemical disposal point and water points. There is also a launderette with a washing machine tumble dryer and iron. On site there is a Shop / Reception area where you can purchase caravan accessories and caravan and camping gas. Ice cream, sweets & groceries are obtainable - we don't stock everything but we can always sell you a little something! We are fortunate in Beamish to be surrounded by old world charming country pubs and at the same time modern restaurants - competitively priced to suit everyone's pocket. Nearby are the historic cities of Durham, Newcastle and Sunderland, and travelling east to the splendid coast of South Shields, the home of authoress Catherine Cookson. We have two very special guests : a pair of very rare Red Kites daily frequent the park and can be seen soaring sometimes as low as twelve feet. The North East of England area boasts an abundance of attractions for young and old alike - for the adventurous or those that just like to take life at a stroll! Rates : £17 - £20 per pitch with 2 people. 4 Star ETB.

We are a family run Pub, Bed & Breakfast and campsite offering a warm welcome, a cheerful, friendly atmosphere with good food and drink at fair prices. Whether your are looking for a meal, a drink, a place to stay or even a place to pitch your tent or caravan, we want you to feel right at home here, and we are happy to offer a wide range of services. Rates: Please ask on enquiry.

Winston Caravan Park is a small, tree lined, family run site, situated in the centre of Winston Village. The site is grassy, level, protected by trees and hedges and suitable for caravans, tents and motor homes. On site there are electric hook-ups and a toilet and shower block with constant hot water. There is a laundry room with washing machine, tumble dryer, hairdryer and ironing facilities. Calor and Camping Gaz is available. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a lead and under control. There are eleven static caravans on site plus a separate area for touring caravans and tents. Hard standing is available for heavy motor homes. Some of the statics are available for hire and have two or three bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom with shower and comfortable living area. All statics are equipped with full size cooker, fridge, gas fire, colour television, microwave, toaster, crockery, pans, etc. Bed linen supplied at no extra cost. Please bring your own towels. We are on the Darlington to Barnard Castle bus route. There are swimming pools and leisure centres at both these towns as well as in Bishop Auckland and Richmond, tennis courts in the village and horse riding available nearby. The River Tees is a five minute walk away and is suitable for swimming and canoeing with scenic walks along the riverbanks for a day out and a picnic. The river provides some excellent fishing, details available on site. The village has a post office and a pub which serves good value meals. Gainford village is 2 miles and has its own Spa, several shops including a fish and chip shop and a few good pubs. Tyneside's Metro Centre is only 35 miles away. It is ideal for a family day out with cinema complex, fun fair, children's area, shops and free parking. Rates : From £10 to £14 - please enquire. Static caravans from £210 per week. ( Price of statics dependent on number of persons sharing and size of caravan ). Disabled persons static caravan also available with access ramp and wide doors. Two-bedroom accommodation with a harness hook over bed in main bedroom, bathroom with shower and hipbath, fully equipped kitchen and living area with remote control colour television. Distance from main centres : Darlington: 11 miles, Newcastle: 36 miles, Bishop Auckland: 10 miles, Richmond: 10 miles, Gateshead: 36 miles and Barnard Castle: 5 miles.

Highside is a working smallholding in the Northern Pennines. Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, the farm enjoys extensive views over Lunedale and Teesdale. we have quiet camping facilities for tents and caravans on a small site with toilets, showers, facilities for washing up and electric hook up. As well as the familiar Swaledale sheep we keep rare breed pigs and old fashioned rare breed Teeswater sheep. Our hens wander freely around the farm and campers can usually buy our fresh farm eggs. We can also usually provide breakfasts for campers if booked in advance Highside Farm is well sited for walking, canoeing on the river Tees and fishing on the Tees or several local reservoirs. We are close to High Force and The Bowes Museum and less than one hour from the lake district. Rates: From £7.50 per person per night.

This pleasantly landscaped site is adjacent to the largest white water canoeing and rafting course built to international standard in Britain. The Centre provides facilities including a sheltered viewing balcony, a drying and changing room, canoe storage area, shop and cafe. Famous for its summer International Riverside Festival, Stockton's museum tells the story of George Stephenson and 'The Birth of the Railways'. Nearby Teesside Park is a shoppers' paradise with restaurants, multi-screen cinema complex and bowling alley. Birdwatchers, wildlife enthusiasts and walkers will be spoiled for choice with over 30 miles of coastline a short drive away - tiny fishing villages, traditional holiday resorts and dramatic cliffs. For a relaxing few hours, try one of the cruises available nearby on one of Britain's most popular rivers - you can board at Castlegate Quay. Important Information For those Members who wish to arrive on New Years Day, please note that the Site Office will be closed. You will therefore have to stay on the Late Night Arrivals Area if the site has one. Please contact the Warden on site to discuss pitching instructions for arrivals on this day. For those members wishing to arrive on Christmas Day, please note that the Office will not be open. Therefore you may have to stay on the Late Night Arrivals Area if the site has one. Please contact the Warden on site for further information on pitching instructions. The concrete base on the site next door is being broken up with jackhammers. It will be noisey on site between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday and also 8am to 1pm on Saturdays. Rates: Pitch from: £3.60 Adults from: £3.30 Children from: £1.30. 5 Star ETB.

Home Farm Fishery is situated just outside Little Walden near Saffron Walden in Essex and is guaranteed to provide you with all the peace and tranquility you will need. We are located within easy reach of the M11 and local to Saffron Walden where you will find Supermarkets, Banks, a Post Office and a variety of shops. The fishing can only be described as simply outstanding, with two picturesque lakes for the match and novice angler, all together on one safe complex.

Finchale Abbey is a family run Caravan Park that has been with the current owners since 1951. Set in the heart of the beautiful County Durham countryside, the park lies within a meander of the River Wear and overlooks the ruins of a Benedictine Priory. The peace and tranquillity of the park encourages visitors from all over the world to return time and again and is currently in the process of transforming into one of the North East premier residential parks. The ruins of Finchale have stood in the meander of the river Wear for hundreds of years and the surrounding scenery and picturesque sights and views make the caravan park, which overlooks the Abbey quite unique. The park has 40 pitches for touring caravans supplied with electricity hookup points. The site has been awarded three stars by the Northumbria tourist board. The park is also a member of the British Holiday and Home Parks Association. The caravan park has an excellent toilet block for visiting caravaners located on the touring park, it offer toilets, showers, washing up facilities and a launderette is also available. Sockets are provided for hairdryers if required, although you must bring your own. There is also a disposal point on site for chemical toilet waste. The site shop opens daily and provides a range of basic goods. The shop also has a small cafe which sells a range of snacks. Approximately ten minutes walk from the main site is Cocken Lodge driving range, here they have a private bar which patrons of the caravan site are invited to use. Children are welcome. Although the site is quiet, there is still lots to do, from walking in the woods around the site and quiet strolls beside the river to visiting the local bar. Fishing is very popular on the river and permits are available from the site shop the permit covers fishing along a two mile stretch of river bank. Please see the fishing section of the site. The site until recent years was also a working farm, the farm buildings are now used for different purposes although there are a range of different bird to be seen, from hens and ducks to the peacocks who are always a favourite. There is a play area on site for children of all ages to enjoy but we urge parents to supervise children at all times. The main attraction for many is the river. While we obviously advise you to supervise your children at all times there are parts of the river suitable for paddling, inflatable boats and fishing nets. Safety on the site - we have a code system for access to the site, all residents and visiting tourists will be provided with a code for the barrier to provide added security while on site. There is also a security guard on site 24 hours a day to deal with any problems which may arise. Dogs are welcome on the site although they must be kept on a lead at all time and owners must have respect for other people and ensure any mess is disposed of safely. Rates : From £15 - please enquire. 3 star ETC.

Byreside Caravan Site is situated on a family run farm in the historic Derwent Valley. Here you will find facilities and interests to suit the whole family. As the site is quiet and secluded wildlife abounds. Birds of all kinds may be seen in the woods and those with sharp eyes may see red squirrels or deer. Foxes may be seen on the old railway line. Walkers and cyclists can step onto the Derwent Walk Country Park from the Caravan Site and link up to the Waskerley Way or Lanchester Valley Walk. History looms large in the district and the caravan site is within easy reach of Ebchester and its Roman Museum. Close by is Derwentcote Blast Furnace, a relic from the Industrial Revolution. At Tanfield Railway steam locomotives are in operation on most summer weekends. Nearby is Causey Arch, reputed to be the world's oldest railway bridge. Gibside Chapel, the mausoleum of the Bowes family, lies down the valley from Byreside. Within 8 miles of Byreside lies Beamish Open Air Museum of international repute. This wonderful museum needs more than a single visit to be appreciated. A 15 minute drive along the A694 brings the visitor to the Gateshead metro centre, one of Europe's biggest indoor shopping venues. Less than an hours drive from Byreside will take visitors to Hadrians Wall, Weardale, Newcastle or Durham. BOOKINGS BY TELEPHONE PLEASE. Rates : £8.00 - £12.00 / caravan price £11.00. Children are welcome. Groups allowed by arrangement. Pets allowed. 2 AA Pennants / 4 Stars ETB.