This is our second visit, and unfortunately it rained for most of our visit. Having said that the site is very well positioned to access Barnard Castle, a short walk either down the road (which has a handmade path - not great with a dog) or out of the site at the bottom end and then down the hill and onto the footpath on the right. This takes you down into the Nature Reserve, it can be very muddy but its such a beautiful walk (bluebells at the moment) From here you can walk either to the left into Barney or to the right if you wish to have a longer walk in the reserve. As previously mentioned there are lots of walks along the river in BC. The site is very well kept, its a shame the dog walk is closed cause its great, but it will be interesting to see the site upgrade. There is a drying room on site, presume its for boots and coats etc. but didn't use and a dog/bike wash which is very useful when you have a very wet and muddy dog!! There are many cafe's and restaurants in Barnard Castle, 149 the Fish & Chip Shop is fab, and in the evening you can park right outside or park in the Morrissons Carpark, which is easy with a motorhome. Raby Castle and High Force are both easy to access with a Motorhome and are worth a visit. Bowes Museum is also nearby, but never visited.