We visited the site for the first time this weekend. We only booked to visit friends so didn't really know what to expect. We were very pleasantly surprised! The site itself is very easy to find, all the pitches looked level and the site was immaculate. The effort with landscaping and upkeep really are apparent. The facilities are absolutely outstanding; I have never seen toilets/showers so clean! The area is 30 seconds walk from the White Water rafting, and a 2 minute car ride to Morrisons and the large shopping area. We walked down the river side into Stockton to look around a car show. It's around a mile to the town centre. Looks like its had lots of investment recently. I'm told that another mile or so and you can reach Middlesborough. We also went to Preston Park, which is less than 10 minute drive. It has a Victorian Museum, large playground and massive grounds to explore. We took a ride on the river boat from the Rivershack at the park, which takes a 35-40 min trip to Yarm and back. It was a little cold but really good fun and bet its glorious on a sunny day. Dogs are also welcome on the boat. We will definitely be back to explore more of the area!