CAMPSITE | Snowdon Base Camp Campsite Review
In a rare display of organisation, many months ago I booked Snowdon Base Camp for a 3 night break over the late May bank holiday weekend. Seduced by the mountain and lakeside location, I packed my camping and swimming gear and headed for a weekend in Snowdonia. Read on for...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Church Stretton Camp & Fish, Oakwood, Shropshire - Review
Church Stretton Camp & Fish in Shropshire is in a superb location with good facilities, providing rustic camping that benefits from a truly wild feel. Read on for our full review…
Our tent pitched up
Campsite details
Church Stretton Camp & FishOaklandsChurch StrettonHartonShropshire SY6 7DL
Pitch costs
£25 grass pitch per night£10 day fishing pass£25...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Colemere Caravan Park, Ellesmere - Review
Campsite details
Colemere Caravan ParkThe BirchesColemere ShropshireSY12 0QL
Pitch costs
£22 grass pitch with EHU per nightGlamping options including a bell tent and pod also available
Site...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Dinas Caravan Park and Camping, Llanbedr - Review
My pitch for the weekend
Campsite details
Dinas Caravan Park and CampingCwm BychanLlanbedrLL45 2PH
Pitch costs
£9 per adult per nightGlamping options including a bell tent and pod also available
Site facilities
Toilet & shower blockGrass pitches, furnished bell tents, caravans and a pod is availableWashing up facilitiesKids play areaPicnic tables & fire pits are...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Tackeroo Campsite Cannock Chase - Review
I set off on a last minute solo camping trip on a Friday after finishing work and settled in for a night in the forest at Tackeroo campsite, Cannock Chase. Read on for my full review.
Campsite details
Tackeroo Campsite Chase CampingTackerooPenkridge Bank RoadRugeley WS15 2UA
Pitch costs
£20 per night
Site facilities
Water standpipesChemical...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Uppertown Farm Camping & Caravan Site, Derbyshire - Review
Where did we stay?
Uppertown Farm Camping & Caravan SiteUppertown Farm, Overtown, Hognaston, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1NR
The lowdown
£7.50 per night for a grass pitchSome pitches are slightly slopedGreat countryside viewsNo toilets or shower facilites on site just a couple of standpipesChemical toilet disposal pointNoise to be kept to a minimum...read in full »
TRAVEL | The Perfect Family Holiday at Sunêlia Domaine de la Dragonnière Campsite in the South of France
When we were invited to stay at Sunêlia Domaine de la Dragonnière Campsite in the South of France we jumped at the chance. The South of France holds a special place in my heart, as for more than a decade, we used to spend our family holidays there so I...read in full »
CAMPSITES & GLAMPING | An Envigorating Weekend Break at Heligan Caravan & Camping Park, Cornwall
In February I headed down to the Cornish coast for a weekend break in St Austell, staying in a beautiful little bungalow at Heligan Woods Caravan and Camping Park. Read on to find out all about my stay!
Where did I go?
Heligan Caravan & Camping ParkHeligan Woods, St. Ewe, Cornwall PL26...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Andrewshayes Camping and Caravan Park, Devon - Review
Where did we go?
Andrewshayes Camping and Caravan Park, near Axminster, East Devon Tel: 01404 808 523
Basic grass pitch including 2 adults (no electric) £19.50
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Our visit
30th May 2017-3rd June 2017
On site facilities
Tents, glamping pods, trailers and motorhomes, seasonal and permanent pitches for caravans, and static holiday homes.
Mixture of grass...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Llyn Gwynant Campsite in Snowdonia, North Wales Review
Where did we stay?
Llyn Gwynant Campsite, Nant Gwynant, Caernarfon, Gwynedd LL55 4NW
Gwynant.com
The lowdown
£9 – £11 pp/pn, reduced prices for kids
Hot showers
On site pizzeria
Flat grass pitches
Limited number of pitches available with EHU
Dog friendly
Stunning lakeside location
6m minimum space to be kept between tents from different groups
Small campfires allowed, using provided fireboxes and...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Hayfield Camping and Caravanning Club Site, High Peak Review
The entrance to Hayfield campsite
Where did we stay?
Hayfield Camping and Caravanning Club Site, Kinder Road, Hayfield, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK22 2LE
£6.45 to £10.95 pp/pn
Members’ and non-members’ tents, trailers and motorhomes welcome, but no caravans
Grass pitches
Hardstanding with EHU
Childrens play area
Pets welcome
Camping pods & ReadyCamp available at this site
On site shop
Last arrival...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Chapel House Farm Campsite, Borrowdale, Cumbria - Review
Where We Stayed
Chapel House Farm Campsite
Stonethwaite, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 5XG
Telephone: 01768 777 256
Visit their website here
£6 per night per adult
Grass pitches (no EHU pitches available)
No open fires
No loud noise after 10:30
Accept DofE (discounted rates available)
Ignore the postcode, it won’t get you there, use the OS Grid Reference : NY...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Little Oak Campsite, Retford, Nottingham - Review
Our first proper camping trip of the year for our household, hurrah!
Once more we did the magical vanishing trick where we made all our gear vanish into a relatively small vehicle, though we’re now seriously considering adding a roof box so we have a little more room to start refining...read in full »
GLAMPING | Canvas and Clover Eco Glamping & Walking In The Malvern Hills, Worcestershire
Despite having heaps of camping gear, and a tent for every occasion, no matter how much we love camping, we do still sometimes crave an easier weekend break. So when Wendy at Canvas and Clover got in touch and invited us for a stay, we were delighted to accept.
Where did...read in full »
CAMPSITES | 5 Fabulous Coastal Campsites in Wales
There’s nothing more magical than waking up in a tent, and hearing the waves gently lapping and sea birds chattering.
We’re suckers for coastal camping, and we’ve snuck some of our favourites in, as we round up some of the most spectacular coastal campsites in Wales.
1. Cae Du Campsite, near Tywyn,...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Shell Island, Llanbedr, Wales Campsite Review
Another perfect blue sky day at Shell Island
The Lowdown
Shell IslandLlanbedrGwyneddNorth WalesLL45 2PJ
£7.25 per adult£3.00 per child£2 per dog
shellisland.co.uk
Shell Island does get cut off from the mainland, so be sure to check tide times
Shell Island is the UKs biggest campsite, and with a whopping 300 acres of space, you can pitch...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Eskdale National Trust Camp Site, Lake District – Review
The Lowdown
Eskdale National Trust Campsite, Boot, Holmrook, Cumbria, CA19 1THnationaltrust.org.uk/holidays/lake-district/eskdale-campsite
Tents, campervans, motorhomes and glamping pods110 seasonal pitches2-night minimum stayUp to 2 dogs per pitchBasic camping pods from £100 for 2 nightsGrass camping pitches without EHU from £48 for 2 nights
Our Visit
26th September – 28th September 2014
The entrance to the...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Park Foot Caravan & Camping Park, Ullswater Lake District - Review
Where We Stayed
Park Foot Caravan & Camping ParkHowtown Road, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria CA10 2NA
Tel: 017684 86309Website: parkfootullswater.co.uk
The Lowdown
Tents, Campervans and Caravans
£17 per night for a tent with no electric hookup
Campfires are not allowed
Raised BBQ’s allowed
Dogs are to be kept on a lead at all times
Some pitches have a lake...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Our Favourite Campsite In The UK - Cae Du Farm Coastal Campsite, Tywyn in Wales
The view from our tent
The Lowdown
Cae Du Campsite, Rhoslefain, Tywyn, Gwynedd LL36 9ND Tel: 01654 711234www.caedufarmholidays.co.uk
Tents, Campervans and Caravans
£15 per tent
Campfires encouraged
BBQ’s allowed
Dog friendly
All pitches have a sea view
Our Visit
June 14th – 15th and again on June 20th – 22nd 2014
Cae Du Or Not Cae Du?
There are two, unrelated campsites...read in full »
CAMPSITES | Castlerigg Hall Campsite in Keswick, Cumbria - Review
Castlerigg Hall Campsite in Keswick in Autumn during a return visit
The Lowdown
Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 4TECastlerigg Hall Campsite Website
Touring & motorhomesHoliday hireCamping podsCamping£9.20 per person (high season)£3.40 per carNo advanced bookings taken for campingNo open fires allowedBBQs to be raised off the ground
Our Visit
Saturday 31st...read in full »