We were concerned as the previous review was a bit worrying and we had a phone call two nights before arrival to say the lawned area was too wet and would we be happy in the farm yard - we said we would risk it. The welcome was good and they had even arranged things so we could have our awning up. The owners are building an extension and it is a working yard but it was fine. Could not be more convenient for visiting Newcastle and a large supermarket on the way to the local parking/bus stop. Easy to see The Angel of the North. Not the prettiest site we have ever stayed on but welcoming, and very conveneint for what we wanted to do. We would go back if we wanted to be near Newcastle.