We stayed during the week of the 'Beast from the East' when the wardens eventually had to close the site to new arrivals due to heavy snow and freezing temperatures. On arrival (warm & sunny - we ate our lunch outside!) we ended up on one of the new Super Pitches, mainly because of the shortage of awning permitted hard standings. The majority of the pitches available to us on arrival were blue pegs - no awning pitches. None of the remaining awning permitted pitches appealed to us, mainly because our two dogs. We decided to upgrade to a well positioned Super Pitch which was great initially, before 'The Beast' took control of the weather. Anyone considering booking a Super Pitch should take into consideration the weather forecast and avoid them if there's any sign of freezing conditions. We've used them twice this winter - both times in temperatures below freezing (previously at Hawes). The pitch tap froze on both occasions and it was impossible to use the pitch drain - so they're a waste of money!! We queried the shortage of awning pitches with the warden and she explained it was because the distance between some of the pitches did not meet with fire regulations when awnings were erected. Which made us wonder why The Club didn't upgrade the hard standing pitches at the same time that the site was closed for the toilet block improvements recently. Some of the hard standings are in pretty poor condition so,taking into consideration that this site is very busy throughout the year, surely it would have made sense to re-position and renovate the pitches at the same time? Apart from our moan about the pitches, this is a great site managed by truly superb wardens who are very friendly, efficient and helpful. It's location is fantastic with a short walk to the numerous (dog friendly) pubs, cafeterias and restaurants in Castleton village. The bakery shop on the way back to the site produce delicious pork pies - we found it impossible to walk past without buying something!! With so many local walks and attractions nearby, you can see why this site is usually fully booked - even in February!! We have stayed at Castletown on numerous occasions over the past 20 years and we will certainly try and re-book in the future - we'll be back!!! Graham & Denise Mulcahy + our 2 very happy dogs!!