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Set on the edge of the National Forest, Springwood Fisheries and Caravan site offers relaxing coarse fishing for anglers of all abilities, so that you can combine your favourite pastime with a relaxing break.
For the non-anglers, the beautiful Calke Abbey, Staunton Harold Visitor Centre and Reservoir provide lots of walks. Donington Park racing circuit is a short drive away and close by is the historic market town of Ashby-de-la-Zouch.
Whether you are an angler looking for a weekend break away, or a holidaymaker looking to base yourself in the National Forest, we are certain you will find all you need at Springwood Fisheries to make your stay enjoyable.
Our facilities include:
* Grass and hardstanding pitches with electric hook-up (further spaces without electric available on the top field)
* Male and female toilets
* Shower cubicle
* Water station, chemical waste and refuse disposal
* On-site café facilities
* Day ticket fishing is charged at £4.00 per day
Please note that whilst we welcome children, due to the nature and layout of the site we have limited space for children to play, therefore there are no ball games or bikes permitted on site.
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Calke Abbey
Staunton Harold Reservoir
Conkers Adventure Centre
Melbourne Village
Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Donington race circuit
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Distance | Type | 2013 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colwick Country Park (West Lake) , Nothinghamshire |
17.2m | Lake | Excellent |
Must see
- Calke Abbey (0.7 miles)
- Castle Donington Museum (4.8 miles)
- Conkers Discovery Centre (6.3 miles)
National Trust
- Calke Abbey (1.6 miles)
- Staunton Harold Church (1.6 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
- Staunton Harold - Breedon - Church on the Hill (The Thirteen Stiles) (1.2 miles)
- Melbourne Parks (1.5 miles)
- Ticknall - Calke Abbey - Ticknall Limeyards (2.1 miles)
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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
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
Hard standings
Rules
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Lake and/or mountain
Peaceful
Walkers' paradise
Wildlife haven
Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby
Restaurant nearby
Watersports nearby
Groups 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
Camping pods
Jumbo tent pitches
Ordnance Survey maps (GB and Northern Ireland only) are available at lower levels via the drop-down menu.
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Ashby de la Zouch: Market Street Coach Stop — 4.0mi
East Midlands Airport Coach Stop — 4.7mi
Woodville (Derbys): Swadlincote Road Coach Stop — 4.8mi
- Train stations
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Willington Rail Station — 6.6mi
Peartree Rail Station — 6.9mi
Spondon Rail Station — 7.8mi
- Ferry ports
- West Lynn Ferry Landing — 76.5mi
- Airports
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East Midlands Airport — 4.7mi
Birmingham International Airport Terminal 1 — 27.1mi
Birmingham International Airport — 27.1mi
From the M1 Junction 23A, take the A453 towards Melbourne. After approximately 1.2 miles turn right onto Bromley Lane. After 0.5 miles turn right onto the B587 Ashby Road. The fishery is signposted on the left-hand side after about 200 yards.
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
|---|---|---|
| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | 6 p.m. |
| Depart: | noon | |
| On-site accommodation | ||
| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | 6 p.m. |
| Depart: | noon | |
If you plan to arrive later than 6.00pm please contact us so we can arrange to meet you.
Cancellation policy
No penalties
Please let us know as soon as possible if you need to cancel, so that we can re-sell the pitch.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment of balance
Payment on arrival.
Payment methods accepted on the park
CashCheque
Visa
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditionsPlease note
No single-sex groups of 3 people of more, stag or hen parties. No group bookings of 5 or more people. No children under the age of 18 to be left unaccompanied at any time on the site.
Check availability at Springwood Fisheries…
Max. persons: 4x
Dimensions: Max 7.0m x 7.0m (23.0ft x 23.0ft)
Ground type: Grass
Grass pitch without electric and no size restriction.
Includes either an awning, or a gazebo. No pup tents.
Max. persons: 4x
Dimensions: unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Includes either an awning, or a gazebo. No pup tents.
Hardstanding electric pitch
Max. persons: 4x
Dimensions: Max 7.0m x 7.0m (23.0ft x 23.0ft)
Ground type: Hardstanding
Includes either an awning, or a gazebo. No pup tents.
Max. persons: 4x
Log pod price is for 2 adults (on futon-style double bed) and can accommodate 2 children on camp beds (extra charge applies).
On a hardstanding or grass pitch with electric, heating, TV, DVD, microwave and kettle. Bring your camping equipment and bed linen/sleeping bags, but leave the tent behind.
Dogs are not allowed in this unit.
| Max. persons | 4 x |
| Features | |
| Car | 1 included |
| TV | 1 included |
| Car parking by pitch | yes |
| Double glazing | yes |
| Gas and electricity included | yes |
| Heating | yes |
| Kettle | yes |
| Microwave | yes |
| Outdoor furniture | yes |
| Verandah | yes |
| More… | |
| Extras | |
| Extra car in car park (unlimited) | £0/€0/AU$0/$0 per night |
| Extra car by pitch (1 max) | £2/€2.54/AU$3.67/$3.22 per night |
Max. persons: 4x
Log pod price is for 2 adults (on futon-style double bed) and can accommodate 2 children on camp beds (extra charge applies).
On a hardstanding or grass pitch with electric, heating, TV, DVD, microwave and kettle. Bring your camping equipment and bed linen/sleeping bags, but leave the tent behind.
| Max. persons | 4 x |
| Features | |
| Car | 1 included |
| Dog(s) allowed | 1 included |
| TV | 1 included |
| Car parking by pitch | yes |
| DVD player | yes |
| Double glazing | yes |
| Gas and electricity included | yes |
| Heating | yes |
| Kettle | yes |
| Microwave | yes |
| Outdoor furniture | yes |
| Verandah | yes |
| More… | |
| Extras | |
| Extra car in car park (unlimited) | £0/€0/AU$0/$0 per night |
| Extra car by pitch (1 max) | £2/€2.54/AU$3.67/$3.22 per night |
Max. persons: 4x
Log pod with a double bed and a sofa bed for small children. Bring your camping equipment and bed linen/sleeping bags, but leave the tent behind.
Features an ensuite shower room and a kitchenette area with sink and a 2-hob burner.
Dogs are not allowed in this unit.
| Max. persons | 4 x |
| Features | |
| Car | 1 included |
| Fridge | 1 included |
| TV | 1 included |
| Car parking by pitch | yes |
| DVD player | yes |
| Double glazing | yes |
| Freeview | yes |
| Gas and electricity included | yes |
| Heating | yes |
| Kettle | yes |
| Microwave | yes |
| Outdoor furniture | yes |
| Shower room with WC | yes |
| Toaster | yes |
| Verandah | yes |
| More… | |
| Extras | |
| Extra car in car park (unlimited) | £0/€0/AU$0/$0 per night |
Max. persons: 2x
Camping pod with a double bed - bring your camping equipment and bed linen/sleeping bags, but leave the tent behind.
Features a sofa, a kitchenette area with sink and a 2-hob burner, external table and chairs.
Dogs are not allowed in this unit.
| Max. persons | 2 x |
| Features | |
| Car | 1 included |
| Fridge | 1 included |
| TV | 1 included |
| Car parking by pitch | yes |
| DVD player | yes |
| Double glazing | yes |
| Freeview | yes |
| Gas and electricity included | yes |
| Heating | yes |
| Kettle | yes |
| Microwave | yes |
| Outdoor furniture | yes |
| Shower room with WC | yes |
| Toaster | yes |
| Verandah | yes |
| More… | |
| Extras | |
| Extra car in car park (unlimited) | £0/€0/AU$0/$0 per night |