This is not a site for you if you have children as there are little facilities for them. The site itself is located a fair distance from "civilisation" and a car journey is necessary to be able to reach places. That said, Armathwaite station is within walking distance for trips further afield, but do check the timetable as they are not that frequent. The fact that the site is a minimal facility location appeals to us as we have perfectly adequate facilities on our unit so don't tend to use the toilet blocks of other sites. We have stayed here before and will do so again as there is just so much to explore on foot and further afield. Can recommend Housesteads Roman Fort near Haltwhistle. I cannot add much to what others have already said, but I was disappointed not to see any red squirrels. Saw plenty of grey's and this is probably the reason why as they will out-compete the reds.