Acorn Wood
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- Adults-only site on a quiet park edging Burton upon Stather
- The Deep Aquarium 35 minutes’ drive; Lincolnshire Wolds 40 minutes
- Fishing lake and shared lakeside log cabin; rural walks from the site
Site type
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Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- The grocery shop is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
- The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
6 
Electric gravel pitch
Adults only 
4 people maximum 
9.8/10
8 reviews Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 10m depth (90m²)
Arrival daysFrom £28
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Nuthatch camping pod
Adults only 2 people maximum Dimensions: 10.8ft width × 7.5ft length
Arrival daysFrom £140
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Darby 2 bedroom lodge
Adults only 4 people maximum 2 bedroomsArrival daysFrom £240
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
This small, friendly, adult-only site offers spacious, level pitches with ample lawn and picnic tables. Guests praise the exceptionally clean shower and toilet facilities, describing them as very good and more than adequate for the site's size. The peaceful and quiet atmosphere, along with the beautiful, well-kept surroundings, makes for a relaxing stay. Hosts are consistently described as extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The site is dog-friendly and a short walk from a village with a dog-friendly pub. Visitors express a strong desire to return.
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Electric gravel pitch
Liked Lovely peaceful adults only site which is beautifully kept and tucked away in the North Lincolnshire countryside .. it’s dog friendly , a wild life haven , plenty of places around to sit rest and relax as well as take in your surroundings , fishing lake with gnome guided walkway around the waters edge , cabin with decking as well as seating and ( tea / coffee / books etc ) , little onsite shop
As you arrive you’re meet by the site manager whom along with hubby are always about ( not obtrusive though ) to simply pass the time of day and or provide assistance and help if needed .
Ours was a hard standing pitch with electric hook up as most are however there are a few grass pitches although these tend to be weather reliant so I’d check first before booking .
It’s a short safe walk into the village with local one stop shop along with decent recently refurbished pub ..
All in all we’ve just had a really lovely short stay and will be returning for a longer stay later on this year so thank you ..
Disliked Nothing ..
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Lovely quiet little site toilets and…
Electric gravel pitch
Liked Lovely quiet little site toilets and showers nice and clean on the edge of a village pub 10 minute walk serves a beautiful carvery
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay, we hope to see you again in the future
Excellent site friendly hosts.
Electric gravel pitch
Liked Spacious pitches
Quiet location very friendly hosts.
Would love to return in the summer time toilet and showers very clean. 2 of each plenty of informative information on local area attractions.
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you return next time
Amazing place , so friendly and…
Electric gravel pitch
Liked Amazing place , so friendly and helpful... Peaceful and very quiet...
Disliked Absolutely nothing...
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay. We hope you stay with us again in the future.
Peaceful, picturesque, wildlife haven, dog friendly and lovely owners.
Electric gravel pitch
Liked Acorn Wood is set back from the road and surrounded by hedges and trees.
It’s beautifully kept, extremely peaceful and relaxing and a haven for the local wildlife.
If you would like to visit a pub or restaurant, it’s just a short walk to the neighbouring village.
The level pitches are generously sized and have ample lawned areas between the pitches and there is even picnic tables for when the weathers warmer.
The facilities are excellent, with a lovely lodge for guests to use, which overlooks the pretty fishing pond.
The showers and toilets are exceptionally clean and the owners are extremely friendly and very helpful.
The site is adults only and dog friendly and we will definitely visit again.
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Spacious pitches, small, friendly adult only…
Electric gravel pitch
Liked Spacious pitches, small, friendly adult only site. Very good shower block and facilities. Peaceful and quiet. Great relaxing weekend stay.
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay we hope you choose to stay with us again.
5*
Electric gravel pitch
Liked Lovely small peachful site, very clean and tidy. Management go above and beyond nothing is too much trouble. Nice little lake with picnic benches. 5 minute walk to local village with a dog friendly pub, shop and nice walking areas
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay, we hope you visit again in the future.
Lovely site nice and clean Lovely…
Electric gravel pitch
Liked Lovely site nice and clean Lovely welcome from the owner on arrival. Clean shower and toilet block. Only two shower / toilets but site is only small so more than adequate for amount of pitches on the site. Very peaceful and will definitely be returning.
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope you choose to stay with us again n the future
Beautiful weekend away, host extremely welcoming,…
Nuthatch camping pod
Liked Beautiful weekend away, host extremely welcoming, all facilities clean and you really couldn’t want or need much more.
Will certainly be returning!
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay and we hope you choose to stay with us again in the future.
Thank you for a wonderful stay!…
Darby 2 bedroom lodge
Liked Thank you for a wonderful stay! The accommodation was clean and cozy and we loved the local fishing pond. We hope to return in future and will be recommending your place to our friends.
Disliked Not
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you return in the future.
Features
Adults only
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 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
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Tourer storage facilitiesLocation
Acorn Wood
Darby Road
Burton Upon Stather
Scunthorpe
Lincolnshire
England
DN15 9EB
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
53.65021°N
0.67358°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleethorpes | 27.5 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Excellent | Good |
| Hornsea | 27.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Tunstall | 28.6 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Excellent | Excellent |
| Humberston Fitties | 29.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Skipsea | 29.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Far Ings National Nature Reserve 8.8 mi
Ferens Art Gallery 15.1 mi
The Deep 15.3 mi
Air Museum 22.3 mi
Brodsworth Hall and Gardens 24.1 mi
National Trust
Maister House 15.4 mi
Goddards Garden 26.6 mi
Treasurer's House 27.2 mi
Nostell Priory and Parkland 29.3 mi
Mr Straw's House 29.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
The Cliff - circular walk from Burton-Upon-Stather 0.5 mi
Burton-Upon-Stather - Coleby - Alkborough 0.7 mi
Normanby Hall Country Park 0.9 mi
Flixborough - Normanby Grange - Burton-upon-Stather 1.8 mi
Roxby - Winterton - Ferriby Sluice 2.6 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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Frequently asked questions
- Does Acorn Wood have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Acorn Wood dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Acorn Wood? Local attractions and activities include: - Normanby Hall and Country Park (Go Ape and tea rooms): 20 minutes’ walk - Julian’s Bower (earth sculpture): five minutes’ drive - Alkborough Flats (birdwatching in … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Acorn Wood?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Acorn Wood? From £28 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.