Why does it have to be so difficult to book.....

I think we've been fairly lucky this year in that all but one of the CLs we've contacted so far have got back to us pretty promptly. I'm not the most patient of persons as Mrs M will testify - if I don't hear within a couple of days I will move on. But if I really wanted to go I might have another go later in the year.

I suppose given that we have used CL for 30 years or so, and those we have used have been predominantly farms, I tend to be very laid back in terms of booking them. Phoning remains our prefered option, mainly because I can get answers to my questions. It’s very rare we don’t manage to make contact, but I’m usually willing to wait a couple of days, unless touring on the hoof!😁

Well I'm pleased to say (as I said elsewhere) that I finally got through to the CL. But generally it's off putting if you can't make contact, our holidays are limited and we have to plan things at the moment, this particular booking was along a route we needed to sort out in advance.

I can recommend Low Hedgeley Farm at Powburn, it used to be a CL but has gone private. There are around 10 pitches so it still feels small and friendly. The owner Harry is one of the nicest men you'll ever meet and the site is immaculate. It has a toilet, ehu, serviced hardstanding and grass pitches. Easy access to the Cheviots for walks and near Alnwick for shops etc. The coast isn't too far away either. It's one of our faves and only an hour away from us in Jarrow. Only £16 per night and you just pay Harry at some point during your stay. Its good value and a great base to explore further afield. They have a website which is a good one with photos etc.