Ketsby Lake Campsite
No availability at present on Pitchup.com - Gorgeous surroundings
- Peaceful landscape
The South Ormsby Estate is working to create a brighter future for the local area by supporting the growth of a modern and dynamic rural economy while enhancing the natural beauty and character of the estate.
Their vision aims to make this historic country estate a better place to live, work, learn and play.
Renovations, sustainable development and business support are the foundations of our ambitious plans for the estate’s future.
The estate is working to promote entrepreneurship, support agricultural diversification, establish new micro-businesses and deliver new opportunities for self-employment and home working.
Conserving the peace and tranquillity of the area as well as its biodiversity and beauty is a priority and the plans will help people to explore and appreciate the stunning landscape in new ways.
Set within the East Midlands’ only Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, conserving the peace and tranquillity of the area, its ecosystem and beauty is a priority for the South Ormsby Estate.
Renewable energy, water conservation and energy efficiency schemes will be implemented and our plans will see tens of thousands of trees and hedges planted across the estate.
Site type
20 Open now
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Bookings must not be for more than 42 consecutive nights.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, 8 Jul to
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Features
Dogs allowed
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearbyLocation
Ketsby Lake Campsite
Ketsby
Louth
Lincolnshire
England
LN11 8QS
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.27045°N
0.05208°E
Route directions
From Louth (7 miles)
Take the A16 south from Louth, signposted toward Spilsby/Horncastle. Continue for approximately 4 miles, then follow signs to South Ormsby and proceed through the village. From there, follow the minor road toward Ketsby, and continue for about 1 mile to reach the lake.
From Horncastle (7 miles)
Head north on the A158, then join the A16 north at the junction toward Louth.
After passing Ulceby Cross, continue for about 2 miles.
Turn right onto South Ormsby Road, driving through South Ormsby village.
From the village, turn right onto the minor lane to Ketsby, following signs to the cluster of ponds.
Continue for roughly 1 mile to reach Ketsby Lake.
Nearest transport
Coach7 mi Bus Station
8.2 mi Interchange Shelter
8.9 mi Parish Hall
Rail11.9 mi Thorpe Culvert Rail Station
13.7 mi Wainfleet Rail Station
14.2 mi Havenhouse Rail Station
Ferry
Airport27.2 mi Humberside Airport
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.
Local attractions
Situated within the Lincolnshire Wolds, South Ormsby Estate is a peaceful and beautiful rural landscape.
With fantastic outdoor attractions nearby including unspoilt beaches, country parks, market towns, nature reserves, and the historic city of Lincoln, you can explore to your heart’s content or sit back and relax.
Surrounded by quaint villages and open countryside, South Ormsby Estate is only 10 miles from the coast and a 15-minute drive away from the historic market towns of Louth and Horncastle.
The Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a haven of rolling hills, stone villages and historic market towns with cobbled streets.
Across 216 square miles of unspoilt countryside, the Lincolnshire Wolds has a rich heritage and is filled with opportunities for hiking, biking, horse riding, climbing, swimming, camping, motor racing and more.
The wild and natural Lincolnshire coastline is internationally recognised for its landscapes and wildlife as well as traditional coastal attractions, including one of the country’s favourite seaside resorts, Skegness.
For two thousand years, the city of Lincoln has inspired visitors with its outstanding architecture, history and heritage. With one of Britain’s most stunning cathedrals and a hilltop castle that houses Magna Carta, Lincoln is a vibrant, beautiful and historic destination.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton-On-Sea | 10 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Mablethorpe Town | 10.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Moggs Eye | 11 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Anderby | 11.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Chapel St Leonards | 12.3 mi | Sea | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Lincoln Cathedral 24.5 mi
Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace 24.5 mi
Lincoln Castle 24.6 mi
National Trust
Gunby Hall Estate: Monksthorpe Chapel 8.7 mi
Gunby Hall 8.7 mi
Tattershall Castle 15.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Belleau - Swaby - Belleau 2.2 mi
Tetford Village 2.6 mi
Bag Enderby - Tetford - Salmonby - Somersby Circular 3.1 mi
Bag Enderby - Somersby - Stainsby - Hagworthingham 3.1 mi
HARRINGTON HALL 3.2 mi
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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