Bainside House

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North side of site looking south
Electric grass pitches

  • Peaceful site next to a 16th-century pub in Kirkby on Bain
  • 1.75-acre coarse fishing with carp, bream, rudd, roach and more
  • Three miles from Woodhall Spa and 21 from Lincoln
Fishing and fauna? Barn owls and kingfishers are among the residents you might encounter among the six acres of wildlife haven of Bainside House in Lincolnshire, with more feathered and furry critters easily spottable in the surrounding countryside via serene strolls along the waters of the Bain. Fish should be easily spotted on site as well: Bainside House's main attraction is its 1.75-acre fishing lake stocked with carp, bream, tench, perch, rudd, roach and barbell. Fishing not your thing? Golf courses and cycle paths are nearby, or you could amble along to Woodhall Spa, zip along to Lincoln, or hike the Lincolnshire Wolds, the Lincolnshire Fens or the Viking Way. (Whatever you pick for your day, round it all off with an evening at the topping 16th-century pub next to the site, which serves good food and a range of cask ales.) Among the basic but well-maintained amenities at this friendly place are a toilet and shower block with disabled access; recycling, and chemical disposal (only biodegradable or cesspool-safe chemicals to be used here, please). Bainside is for adults only.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 8
Tent pitches 6
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Touring caravan pitches 6
Open now
Opens 1 February
Please note

Admission

  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.

Extras

  • Facilities/activities including fishing are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.

Occupancy

  • Group bookings of 5 or more units travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Only biodegradable or cesspool-safe chemicals are to be used in the chemical disposal.

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English

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99% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

This adults-only campsite is praised for its peaceful atmosphere, clean facilities, and friendly, helpful owners, Fiona and Paul. Pitches are well-sized and level, with a fishing lake on-site. A popular pub serving good food is located next door. While generally well-maintained, some guests have noted the shower facilities could benefit from updating, a plan the managers are actively addressing. The site is a short drive from Woodhall Spa and offers lovely countryside walks.

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Roland G. 1 review

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Very nice site and a warm welcome

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Lovely place, clean, well managed, owners great, fishing fantastic.

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Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Spent 4 nights at this delightful site, The owners Paul and Fiona were so helpful and really nice. Facilities were spotless as was the site. Great fishing lake too. 2 mins walk to the local pub selling great food and great selection of beers
We will be back…

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely peaceful site. Very clean toilets…

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding touring pitch

Liked Lovely peaceful site. Very clean toilets and showers. Great owners who greeted us and showed us to our pitch. Great location. We will definitely return.

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Very enjoyable stay. Nice clean and well serviced site.

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Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Friendly and helpful hosts. Good toilets and showers. WiFi. Quiet location.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, we will definitely be going again.

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Liked It was peaceful site with a friendly team. There were enough facilities for the size that were cleaned and checked daily. A good pub next door with a good menu. Lots of people fishing. Really good value for money with no hidden extras.
The location was excellent, so much to see and do within 10 miles. We loved Woodhall Spa.

Disliked We felt the facilities were in need of a thorough clean.
We liked that the pitches aren't in rows but this did mean some were a bit close.
Due to Anglian water having the road closed we had to do quite lengthy diversions. Anyone going in the next few weeks be aware.

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From the manager: Thank you for your kind comments and for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the peaceful setting, value for money, location, and that you enjoyed Woodhall Spa and the pub next door.

We were however a little surprised by your comments regarding the cleanliness of the facilities, as you also mention in your review that they were cleaned and checked daily. Our facilities are cleaned and checked regularly although we’re sorry if you felt they required a more thorough clean during your stay.

We would also like to clarify the comment regarding the road closure and diversion. The road works did not cause you to be diverted. As we understand it you missed the turning for the campsite and subsequently had to turn the caravan around at the road works. We appreciate that manoeuvring a caravan can be difficult, but unfortunately this was not due the road further up being tarmacked.

Thank you again for your feedback. We’re glad that overall you enjoyed your stay and found the site to be good value and well located.

Happy travels

Fiona and Paul

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Liked Had a fantastic stay. All the facilities where clean and tidy. The owners where very welcoming. Highly recommend and visit again.

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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to pop a review on.

So pleased that you enjoyed your stay and found everything clean and tidy.

We look forward to welcoming you back.

Fiona and Paul

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Anonymous

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Liked Everything

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From the manager: So pleased that you enjoyed "Everything".

See you again soon.

Fiona and Paul

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Paul 7 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked 3rd time we have stopped at Bainside, it's awesome. Fiona and Paul are so friendly and welcoming. The site is lovely and peaceful.
Facilities are spotless .

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review and so pleased that you keep returning to stay with us.
We look forward to welcoming you back.

Happy travels

Fiona and Paul

Couldn’t have picked a better site

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Electric grass pitch

Liked Everything.pub next door was great. Site very good.

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review!
We are so pleased you enjoyed the site and had a great time at the pub next door.

We hope to welcome you back again soon! 😊

Fiona and Paul

Perfect little site and good value

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Electric grass pitch

Liked Great little site, owners very friendly and helpful
Toilets and showers always clean
Perfect little shop on site for essentials and more - nice touch is the honesty box
Free WiFi - phone reception was very good
Location although outside of Woodhall spa is perfect with excellent pub just down the road
Lots of dog walking from site
Overall we were very pleased and extended our stay - definitely recommended

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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely review!
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the site, facilities and little shop useful. It’s especially great to know that you enjoyed the walks, local pub and peaceful location and we’re thrilled you decided to extend your stay!

It was a pleasure having you with us, and we really appreciate your recommendation.

We hope to welcome you back again in the future! 😊

Fiona and Paul


Features

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 Pétanque TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Bainside House

Roughton Road

Kirkby on Bain

Woodhall Spa

Lincolnshire

England

LN10 6YL

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.14816°N
0.14683°W

Nearest transport

Coach
2.7 mi St Peter's Church
2.7 mi St Peter's Church
2.9 mi War Memorial
Rail
10.2 mi Metheringham Rail Station
12 mi Hubberts Bridge Rail Station
12.2 mi Ruskington Rail Station

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

This amiable place is close to the Bain river, in the small village of Kirkby on Bain between Horncastle and Coningsby. Walking trails and cycle paths are easy to access from here, along the river, from the village and to the nearby Sites of Special Scientific Interest of Kirkby Moor and Moor Farm Nature Reserves, to the west of Kirkby on Bain. The Lincolnshire Wolds are six miles away. The handsome market town of Woodhall Spa three miles away is a Fairtrade village with a selection of top shops to spend some money at, and access to long-distance walks of the Fens including the Viking Way's 147 miles from the Humber Bridge in north Lincolnshire to Oakham in Rutland. (Much more easily, there's also the Spa Way, a traffic-free footpath of just over three miles from Woodhall Spa to Horncastle.) Golfers can shoot along the courses and academy of Woodhall Spa's National Golf Centre, voted among the top 25 courses in the world; and if you'd rather have putting, a course plus tennis courts, an outdoor pool and a croquet lawn are at Jubilee Park three miles away. For a day trip (or two), the castle, cathedral and shops of Lincoln can be reached in about 21 miles.

Food and drink

  • Ebrington Arms Pub 0.05 mi
  • Blue Bell Inn Pub 2.5 mi
  • Royal Oak Pub 2.6 mi
  • Leagate Inn Pub 2.6 mi
  • India Village Restaurant 2.8 mi
  • Lorenzo'S Restaurant & Bistro 2.8 mi
  • Abbey Lodge Pub 2.9 mi
  • The Mall Pub 2.9 mi
  • Silk Orchid Restaurant 3 mi
  • The Black Swan Pub 3.1 mi

Groceries

  • Lincolnshire Co-op 2.5 mi
  • Lincolnshire Co-op 2.9 mi
  • Lincolnshire Co-op 3.3 mi
  • Lincolnshire Co-op 3.5 mi
  • Heron Foods 4.3 mi
  • Lincolnshire Co-op 4.4 mi
  • Co-op Food 4.4 mi
  • Tesco 4.5 mi

Public transport

  • Ebrington Arms PH 0.06 mi
  • Main Road Telephone Box 0.2 mi
  • Church Lane 0.7 mi
  • Village Entrance 0.7 mi
  • Church Terrace 1.2 mi
  • Moor Lane 1.6 mi
  • Poultry Farm 1.7 mi
  • Sandy Lane 1.7 mi
  • The Leas 1.8 mi
  • War Memorial 2.1 mi

What’s nearby

  • RAF Woodhall Spa Golf Course 2.1 mi
  • The National Golf Centre (Woodhall Spa) 2.2 mi
  • The National Golf Centre (Woodhall Spa) 2.5 mi

Local services

  • Haltham Garage Fuel station 0.5 mi
  • Moorlands Service Station Fuel station 1.8 mi
  • Gibbet Nook Filling Station Fuel station 2.5 mi
  • New Surgery Doctors 2.5 mi
  • Boots Pharmacy 2.8 mi
  • Tasburgh Lodge Surgery Doctors 2.8 mi
  • Boots Pharmacy 3.2 mi
  • New Coningsby Surgery Doctors 3.2 mi
  • BP Pulse Charging station 3.2 mi
  • Richard Dear/Total Fuel station 4.3 mi

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Must see

Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace 17.2 mi

Lincoln Cathedral 17.2 mi

Lincoln Castle 17.3 mi

Belton House 24.2 mi

Ayscoughfee Hall Museum and Gardens 25.1 mi

National Trust

Tattershall Castle 3.8 mi

Gunby Hall Estate: Monksthorpe Chapel 12.7 mi

Gunby Hall 14.3 mi

Grantham House 26.1 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

SCRIVELSBY COURT 2.8 mi

Coningsby - Tattershall Thorpe - Tattershall Castle - Battle of Britain Memorial Flight 3.2 mi

Horncastle - Viking Way - Woodhall Spa 4.3 mi

REVESBY ABBEY 4.4 mi

Battle of Winceby, 1643 5.9 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 Bainside House have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Bainside House dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Bainside House? This amiable place is close to the Bain river, in the small village of Kirkby on Bain between Horncastle and Coningsby. Walking trails and cycle paths are easy to access from here, … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Bainside House?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Bainside House? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.