Great site, 30 minutes walk (or take the bus)into Knaresborough town centre with its stunning river views, ancient castle and busy Wednesday market. There is a 9 mile  bike ride from the site that will suit all abilities,  also buses to Harrogate and Ripon. Only used the bistro for drinks but the food looked plentiful. The noise from farm machinery is what you get when you stay in rural locations, surely a minor irritation worth putting up with for a great location. Returning in November and this will be a regular site for us.