Thorpe Farm Centre
4.34 /5
Thorpe Farm Centre is a lovely family-friendly camping and caravan park on the County Durham and North Yorkshire border. Conveniently located on the A66, it's just minutes from Barnard Castle, Richmond and more. On site, you'll find spacious grass pitches for tents and hardstanding pitches with optional electric hook-ups for tourers. Plus, there's a shop, park, and cafe to keep everyone entertained.
Convenient location on A66, 15-20 minutes from Barnard Castle and Richmond
Great facilities include onsite playground, farm shop, gift shop and cafe
Spacious pitches in the Durham countryside - dogs, campfires and BBQs welcome!
About Thorpe Farm Centre
Located on the border of County Durham and North Yorkshire, this family friendly park offers convenient touring and camping for all! Within metres of the A66, it's an ideal location to explore Richmond, Durham, Darlington, the North East and beyond. On site, indulge in many activities, including playing at the on-site playground, browsing the gift shop, and dining at the cafe and restaurant. Located on a large field, there are grass pitches for tents only, all of which enjoy plenty of space to spread out. All pitches are non-electric, allowing campers to enjoy the authentic camping experience. Caravans, motorhomes and campervans can choose the generously-sized hardstanding pitches that come with electric hook-ups and ample space for large awnings, ensuring visitors never need to worry about power and space. Dogs are welcome, with plenty of open space for visitors to explore. With walking routes through grassy dells, woodland areas, and along the banks of the River Greta, visitors can enjoy the great outdoors and take in the beautiful scenery. Raised BBQs and fire pits are also allowed, meaning visitors can toast as many marshmallows as they like! You'll also find a range of seasonal pitches here, and a function room onsite is the perfect space for parties and events. Please note that the camping and caravan pitches are located within 20-50 metres of the A66, a busy dual carriageway.
Thorpe Farm Centre is open from 01/03 to 02/11.
There are 27 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
8 x Grass Pitches (Optional Electric)
Max 6 people
Grass pitches measuring 9.5m x 14m catering for tents and tourers, optional 10 amp electric hook-up available. Electricity is metered on site at 30p per kWh and must be paid onsite using a pre-paid top-up card.
18 x Hardstanding Pitches (Optional Electric)
Max 6 people
Hardstanding pitches measuring 5m x 8m. Suitable for tourers only with optional 10 amp electric hook-ups. Electricity is metered on site at 30p per kWh and must be paid onsite using a pre-paid top-up card.
Other accommodation
Seasonal Pitches
Seasonal hardstanding pitches with electric, for long term stays only. These pitches include access to a fishing lake.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Barnard Castle area
Thorpe Farm Centre offers many attractions and activities both on site and nearby.
For those who love a little bit of retail therapy on holiday, the beautiful Gift Shop and Reclamation Centre are the perfect places to find trinkets, keepsakes, gifts, home accessories, and more.
Heritage Wood is just a stone's throw away, with several walks. In fact, six walks start directly from the site.
For some family friendly fun, the Maize Maze and animal paddocks are open from 9am Monday to Sunday. With last admissions at 4pm.
Located just a 20 minute drive away is the historic town of Richmond. Stroll through the cobbled streets and admire the Georgian architecture, or visit the stunning Richmond Castle, which dates back to the 11th century.
It's also a 40 minute drive to the breathtaking Yorkshire Dales National Park, a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. With its rolling hills, dramatic landscapes, and picturesque villages, the park offers many activities for visitors.
Nearby attractions include:
- Bowes Museum (10 minutes)
- Raby Estates (20 minutes)
- Richmond Falls (20 minutes)
- High Force Waterfall (35 minutes)
- York (1 hour and 20 minutes)
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