The North East could soon boast a new caravan site after planning officials recommended proposals in Teesdale for approval.
Paul Barkes is hoping to get permission to develop his land at Thorpe Farm, off the A66, into a deluxe tourist park that would feature pitches for 38 touring caravans and 14 camping pods as well as 65 static caravans and an amenity block.
The site already has a tearoom, shop and country park and the plans would see this extended into a bigger tourist destination with the multi-million pound development, the Teesdale Mercury reported.
Mr Barkes’ plans have been met by opposition from Rokeby Park land agent William Salvin, who believes the development will undermine the park and the historic significance of the nearby Mortham Tower.
However, should the plans be rejected when they go before Durham County Council’s planning committee on Thursday, Mr Barkes already has permission to build a touring caravan site alongside 16 chalets and holiday cottages.
