The Red Lion
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- Simple site in the grounds of a 19th-century coaching inn
- Lincolnshire Wolds walks and Skegness within half an hour's drive
- Pub with food; a 10-minute walk from the Aviation Heritage Centre
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- 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).
- The restaurant is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
- Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 20 or over.
- Units longer than 9 metres are not allowed.
- The bar is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
- The pitches are on grass, so the ground may not be perfectly level or flat. The pub is closed on Mondays from 1st April - 3rd November and closed Monday-Wednesday from 4th November - 31st March.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass and earth pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Min 9m width × 8m depth
Calculated area: 72m²
Arrival daysFrom £17
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Electric grass and earth pitch
6 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 8m depth
Calculated area: 72m²
Arrival daysFrom £24
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch (deluxe)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 8m depth
Calculated area: 72m²
Arrival daysFrom £34
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2 bedroom static caravan (four person)
4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 2 bedroomsDimensions: 10ft width × 39ft length
Arrival daysFrom £215
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3 bedroom static caravan (six person)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 3 bedroomsDimensions: 10ft width × 36ft length
Arrival daysFrom £265
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Reviews
94% would recommend this site to a friend
92% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a well-organised, peaceful campsite with spacious, level pitches, praised for its cleanliness and friendly, helpful staff. Many highlight the on-site pub as a significant draw, serving excellent, generously portioned food and offering a welcoming atmosphere. Its proximity to the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre is a major plus for aviation enthusiasts. While most visitors report a positive experience, some note that the toilet and shower facilities are dated and could benefit from an upgrade.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
A great, friendly site, well priced and the location is spot on.
Electric grass and earth pitch
Liked Pub was excellent, great staff, enormous portions with every meal. Camping plots are generous and well set out.
Facilities are very adequate but there will be a queue during busy times. Always clean though, the showers are the best I have used, no timer button, just switch on, wash and switch off.
Disliked The plots are separated by a link chain. It would be much safer if rope was used.
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From the manager: Thankyou for you review we are struggling to understand a 5 out of 10 review of campsite with the review you have left and find this disappointing to say the least, we tried rope for some time on the campsite and we deemed it more of a hazard the chain link breaks easily under any stress, were rope does not break easily, so chain link is actually much much more safer than rope due to this,
We also cannot understand why a 5/10 when all other areas you have rated so high
To say we are disappoint that we were not reached out to us over this, and the fact that you would stay again
We are disappointed but will continue to improve our site but I’m afriad we believe the chain link provides a safe and convinet way of separating the plots not only this but they can also be unhooked and move if need be as long as they are replaced on leaving the plot, so they actually are a lot safer and better than any rope
Thanks
Fantastic site will stay here again when visiting friends.
Electric grass and earth pitch
Liked Fantastic place to stay, left to our own devices. For me was great as I knew I could just get on. Really nice campsite clean great washing up area, showers were good and toilets clean. Everyone kept themselves to themselves come and go as you please barrier system made me feel secure. Great there’s a pub (we didn’t use it as we had plans with friends locally) but saw a few of the campers bring their pints back and sounded like a great atmosphere! Great park for little ones. Also WiFi was fantastic as we like to watch a film before bed! Great size pitch plenty of room
Disliked Great pitch plot 10, but opposite the park where the children were left to play unattended so some of the language while eating our tea wasn’t appropriate and the children screaming and shouting at 21.30. Unaware if there are rules for the playground?
But this is nothing to do with the campsite itself
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great place i will definitely be going back
Non-electric grass and earth pitch
Liked the pub was great the food was lovely ,the staff are very frendly and helpful , the pitch was flat with lovely grass the toilets and shower are great and very clean .
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This was our 4th stay this year. We absolutely love it here.…
Electric grass and earth pitch
Liked This was our 4th stay this year. We absolutely love it here. It's great to see all the improvements being made over the years. The play park has just been done and the kids had a brilliant time.
The food in the pub was to die for! And is the breakfast in the cafe over the road. Plus the little shop has all the basics covered.
We love the laid back feel to the site, everything you need to know is sent in an email, however should you need to speak to someone, Chris is usually available on site or staff in the cafe over the road are always happy to help
Disliked That we had to come home!
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Great place to stay
Electric grass and earth pitch
Liked Clean.tidy.staff were all very friendly.
Disliked Nothing
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Once again a fantastic couple of days at the Red lion bomber…
Electric grass and earth pitch
Liked Once again a fantastic couple of days at the Red lion bomber Command camp site, facilities spot on, food very very nice, will definitely recommend to all my friends.
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Would highly recommend .
Non-electric grass and earth pitch
Liked This a very good site ideal for visits to the aviation museum next door . The facilities were all good . The pub is excellent with a good range of beers . Although I did not have any food this time , the food looked very good . Staff were good . Recommend .
Disliked Nothing .
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Excellent quiet site!!!
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch (deluxe)
Liked Excellent!!! Loads of space between pitches.Really clean and well kept site with friendly staff.wifi signal super fast.we are definitely visit again.Thank you so much Christopher 👍
Disliked Nothings
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We use our own WiFi but the pub has free WiFi
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch (deluxe)
Liked 3rd yr and going to book for next year when possible.The site is great and quiet and convenient to tour around .
Showers and toilets were clean it helps if you clean after yourselves.
We ate in the restaurant the 3 nights and meals were and are always enjoyable and hot good sized portions.!
The staff are always friendly and welcoming and will accommodate your needs.
We visit the aviation museum just down the road so it’s great
Dog friendly restaurant
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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Nicely kept site well appointed…
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch (deluxe)
Liked Nicely kept site well appointed
Disliked Struggled to find grey waste disposal on site
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant 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 Local produce 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Pub campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free accessNearby leisure
Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
The Red Lion
Fen Road
East Kirkby
Spilsby
Lincolnshire
England
PE23 4DB
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.14027°N
0.00664°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skegness | 14.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Ingoldmells South | 15.3 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Chapel St Leonards | 15.5 mi | Sea | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Anderby | 16 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Moggs Eye | 16.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace 22.9 mi
Lincoln Cathedral 22.9 mi
Lincoln Castle 23 mi
Ayscoughfee Hall Museum and Gardens 25.3 mi
Belton House 28.9 mi
National Trust
Gunby Hall Estate: Monksthorpe Chapel 7 mi
Tattershall Castle 8.2 mi
Gunby Hall 8.7 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
REVESBY ABBEY 1.4 mi
Battle of Winceby, 1643 4.2 mi
Snipedales - Ashby Puerorum - Hagworthingham Circular 4.3 mi
Hagworthingham - Sausthorpe - Hundleby Circular 4.4 mi
SCRIVELSBY COURT 4.5 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 The Red Lion have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Red Lion dog friendly? No View all features
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- When can I check in and check out of The Red Lion?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion? From £17 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.