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Take time out for a spot of fishing on the River Severn, followed by a drink in the fifteenth century inn that graces the banks, where the views are as tasty as the food and drink...

This is a small, friendly site, and you couldn’t ask for more in terms of location: despite being encircled by bucolically beautiful scenery, with the river (and pub) a mere hundred yards away, it’s only a short walk into the lovely historic town of Tewkesbury.

The newly landscaped pitches for tourers and motorhomes at The Willows Caravan Park are hardstanding and fully serviced, and you can pick up your fresh water fishing permit in the pub (as if you needed an excuse for a visit).

Site type

14
5
5
Open from 1 Mar to 5 Jan
Camping and Caravanning Club, Certificated Site (CS)

Nearby attractions and activities

Slotted into a slender strip of land at the meeting point of the Severn and Avon rivers, Tewkesbury hasn’t changed much over the centuries: black and white Tudor buildings overhang the narrow streets, and the imposing twelfth century abbey has the highest Norman tower in England. There are town and country museums to explore, historic buildings like the Old Baptist Chapel, plus shops and entertainment aplenty.

The local countryside and riverbanks are great for ramblers, and guests will find boat and bike hire, windsurfing and golf courses nearby. Also on your doorstep are the golden villages and verdant hills of the Cotswolds, and attractive provincial towns and cities such as Cheltenham and Gloucester.

Attractions near The Willows

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Must see

  • Tewkesbury Abbey (0.9 miles)
  • Croome Park (National Trust) (8.3 miles)
  • Gloucester Cathedral (8.6 miles)

National Trust

  • Bredon Barn (4.0 miles)
  • Ashleworth Tithe Barn (5.5 miles)

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Activities near The Willows

Battle of Tewkesbury, 1471 (0.8 miles) Battlefields

Cleeve Hill and Belas Knap (7.3 miles) Walking

Churchdown - Chosen Hill - Badgeworth - Churchdown (7.5 miles) Walking

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel.
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75% would recommend this site to a friend.

50% would stay here again.

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Lovely time.

(Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos)

  • Stayed Aug 2011 Review submitted
  • Stayed in: Tent pitches
  • Would recommend to friends
  • Would visit again

Liked: Close to river, lots of lovely walks. Pub had nice meals, and nice to go for a drink - right next too site, but not loud at all. Friendly people

Disliked: Nothing

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Ok for a base camp but nothing close by,

(Mature couple, 1 review, 0 photos)

  • Stayed Sep 2011 Review submitted
  • Stayed in: Touring pitches
  • Would not recommend to friends
  • Would not visit again

Liked: the pitches are big hard standings with a water and electric point, The site is close to the river for fishing and a nice walk to the working lock, the local pub which again is virtually on site is welcoming and serves good food.

Disliked: the adjoining sites dogs are allowed to roam free and mess on the Willows site. Only one shower which is £1 for 7 mins which is ok but not long enough for ladies with long hair, no privacy between pitches. The lane leading to the site is very narrow and not sign posted so when you get to the small crossroads follow the sign which reads "Lower Lode no through road" but drive slowly as ...

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Enjoyed Holiday.

(Family with older children, 2 reviews, 0 photos)

  • Stayed Aug 2011 Review submitted
  • Stayed in: Touring pitches
  • Would recommend to friends
  • Would not visit again

Liked: We stayed at the campsite for a week and enjoyed our stay. The site was clean and well looked after. Lovely location and nice Pub next to it. Would return again.

Disliked: Would be nice to have some shelves in ladies to drop things on, as had to put washbag on the floor.

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Stunning location, friendly and helpful staff, had a great time!

(Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos)

  • Stayed Jun 2011 Review submitted
  • Stayed in: Touring pitches
  • Would recommend to friends
  • Would visit again

Liked: Being surrounded by nature! The manager was very helpful and even fixed a water problem on our van! Nicely spaced out plots with water and power to each. Being so close to such a nice pub!!

Disliked: Narrow lane on approach, plenty of room but we were a bit nervous!

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Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch

Disabled facilities

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Touring and motorhomes

Electrical hook-up points for tourers

Fully serviced pitches

Hard standings

Seasonal pitches

Tourer storage facilities

Water hook-up points for tourers

Max. motorhome length: 12.0 metres

Rules

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Luxury

Peaceful

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Tennis nearby

Watersports nearby

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Rallies welcome

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Ordnance Survey maps (GB and Northern Ireland only) are available at lower levels via the drop-down menu.

  • Lower Lode, Forthampton, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England, GL19 4RE
  • GPS 51.9845°N 2.1791°W Open from 1 Mar to 5 Jan

Nearest transport

Coach stations
Tewkesbury: The Crescent Coach Stop — 1.0mi
Staunton (Gloucs): Prince of Wales Coach Stop — 5.6mi
Arle Court Roundabout Coach Stop — 6.6mi
Train stations
Ashchurch for Tewkesbury Rail Station — 3.2mi
Cheltenham Spa Rail Station — 6.9mi
Gloucester Rail Station — 8.6mi
Ferry ports
Sharpness Old Docks — 22.1mi
Lydney Harbour — 23.6mi
Airports
Gloucestershire Airport — 6.4mi

Directions


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From the North and West
Leave the M5 at J8 and head along the M50. Exit at J1 and head towards Tewkesbury on the A38 until you see the A438 turning signposted ‘Ledbury’ going over the ‘Mythe’ bridge. more...Approx 2.1 miles down the A438 turn left towards ‘Forthampton’. At the first crossroads turn left towards Lower Lode. At the next junction continue straight heading towards Lower Lode at the end of this road the site is situated on the left behind Lower Lode Hotel.

From the South
Leave the M5 at J9 and head along A438 towards Tewkesbury joining the A38 until you see the A438 turning signposted ‘Ledbury’ going over the ‘Mythe’ bridge. Approx 2.1 miles down the A438 turn left towards ‘Forthampton’. At the first crossroads turn left towards Lower Lode. At the next junction continue straight heading towards Lower Lode at the end of this road the site is situated on the left behind Lower Lode Hotel.

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Terms and conditions

Please read the park terms and conditions below and the Pitchup.com terms and conditions.

No Commercial vehicles permitted on site.
General
1. References to ‘we’ and ‘our’ are to The Willows.
2. All brochures, catalogues and other promotional materials are to be treated as illustrative only. Their contents form no part of any contract between us and you should not rely on them in entering into any contract with us.
3. If we are unable to perform our obligations to you (or able to perform them only at unreasonable cost) because of circumstances beyond our control, we may cancel or suspend any of our obligations to you, without liability.
Examples of those circumstances include act of God, accident, explosion, war, terrorism, fire, flood, transport delays, strikes and other industrial disputes and difficulty in obtaining supplies.
4. English law is applicable to any contract made under these terms. The English and Welsh courts have non-exclusive jurisdiction.
5. If you are more than one person, each of you has joint and several obligations under these terms.
6. If any of these terms are unenforceable as drafted:
it will not affect the enforceability of any other of these terms; and
if it would be enforceable if amended, it will be treated as so amended.
7. Irrespective of any other term or statement we do not exclude our liability (if any) to you for personal injury or death resulting from our negligence.
8. The information you give us in connection with your booking is held securely on our computer system and dealt with in accordance with the Data Protection Act.


The Site

9. The term “unit” also means caravan, tent or motor caravan.
10. You will accept whatever position on the site that may be assigned to you.
11. The type and design of unit must first be approved by us or our duly authorised representative.
12. If we need to carry out any site re-organisation or repairs to any services supplying any unit, we have the right to move your unit to an alternative position.
13. You must pitch as directed by us and not encroach upon any other pitches. Please consider fire risks, safety and access when pitching.
14. If you pitch outside the boundaries of your pitch or your unit is judged, by us, to pose a risk to the safety and comfort of others you will be asked to move.
15. We reserve the right to enter your unit under special circumstances or in emergencies.
16. All children must be properly supervised by parents or guardians throughout the holiday. Children remain the responsibility of their parents or guardians at all times.
17. You will not erect any tent on the site, without our prior consent.
18. Dogs listed in the Dangerous Dog Act 1991 are not allowed on site.
19. You will not bring any dog, cat or pet animal on the site unless it is kept under control. All pets must be under the control of an adult at all times and must also wear a collar with identification tag. All waste is to be picked up and suitably disposed of accordingly.
20. You will not leave your pet unattended on site at any time. If we think your pet is causing a nuisance or damage you will be required to remove it.
21. The unit will not be used for sleeping more persons than the number of berths indicated by the manufacturer.
22. The sale of any unit on site shall not be permitted without the prior written consent from us.
23. Residential and sub letting use is not permitted under any circumstances.
24. All refuse and litter is to be deposited in the appropriate refuse bins provided. The site surrounding your unit is to be kept and left in a clean and tidy condition.
25. You are responsible for the conduct of your guests. You will not cause a nuisance, inconvenience or disturbance to other occupiers.
26. If we feel your behaviour is illegal, offensive, disruptive or inappropriate we will ask you to leave. In these circumstances no refund will be given.
27. Any improper behaviour or damage caused to property will be reported to the necessary authorities.
28. You will not permit or suffer anything to be done which would endanger any policies of insurance which we have in place.
29. You must advise us as soon as reasonably practicable of any damage to the site or unit.
30. Open fires and ground level barbecues are not permitted. Bricks for barbecues to prevent grass damage are available for you to borrow.
31. The use of generators is not permitted on site.
32. Cutting or damaging trees and other vegetation is strictly prohibited and the natural conditions are not to be disturbed. This includes tying ropes to, or driving nails into trees.
33. Ball games are to be kept to the dedicated area, and in the interest of safety, cycling, skateboarding, and scooters etc are not permitted on site.
34. Refunds can only be made if the pitch is cancelled 5 days prior to date of arrival.


Access and Vehicles on site

35. On site the speed limit is 5mph. Please drive SLOWLY.
36. You will comply with all speed limits and parking and other traffic regulations.
37. Vehicles brought on site are entirely at your own risk. We are not responsible for loss or damage except where this is caused by our own negligence.
38. Your vehicle and unit are parked entirely at your risk and we have no liability whatsoever in respect of any damage caused by or to the unit.
39. We have no liability to you in respect of damage or loss of property left with vehicles or units. Items are left in vehicles and units are entirely at your risk.
40. No Commercial vehicles will be allowed on site.
41. Drivers must hold a valid licence and have tax and MOT as appropriate.
42. In the event of a breach of these terms and conditions we shall be entitled to give immediate notice to remove you from the site. If you have a unit you will be asked to remove this also.
43. If you fail to remove the unit when requested we shall give you four weeks notice to remove the unit. If after the end of such period the unit is not removed we may sell the unit and reimburse ourselves for any expenses incurred or monies due from the proceeds of sale.

From time to time the Inn adjacent hosts live events, these can be busy with live music until late. Any such events will be posted here for your convenience.

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