The Old Vicarage
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- Riverside site in grounds of a 17th-century house in Nottinghamshire
- Close to Sherwood Forest and 25 miles from Nottingham
- Space for outdoor activities; rope swing and stepping stones
Site type
- 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 games room is open between 19/04 and 30/09.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 15 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Group bookings of 10 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- The Cave Bar is only open 26 - 28 May and 25 - 27 August.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri 27 Feb to
Pitch types & availability
Reviews
85% would recommend this site to a friend
84% would stay here again
What customers say
This picturesque campsite is praised for its beautiful setting and the shallow river, which is a major hit with children for paddling and playing. Families highlight the abundance of play equipment and the relaxed atmosphere. However, many reviews mention that the toilet and shower facilities are basic, dated, and require updating and more frequent cleaning. Despite these concerns, guests often express a desire to return due to the natural beauty and child-friendly amenities.
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Despite the dislikes I would definitely come again
Electric grass tent pitch
Liked Fabulous friendly and fun
River on a hot day is perfect for children
Great that the ice cream van came on
Great bar showed football
Beautiful setting
Disliked Lots of older children still running around and making noise at almost midnight
Shower block needs updating and elsan drain was blocked on Sunday
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Will definitely be going again
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Everything was beautiful excellent for kids had a really good time
Disliked Showers
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Everything about this site was brilliant…
Electric grass tent pitch
Liked Everything about this site was brilliant
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Lovely place My kids were all…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Lovely place
My kids were all day in water enjoying swinging and playing.
I wish all the best for owner to run this place as there is not many beautiful places as this one
I will definitely back there!
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Highly recommended
Electric grass tent pitch
Liked Nice environment, river is perfect for kids, excellent facilities (including drinking water, refrigerator, sink, bbq grill), responsive owner
Disliked Individual power supply was weak
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An absolute find !! Friendly and…
Electric grass tent pitch
Liked An absolute find !! Friendly and welcoming when we arrived. This place is the most beautiful and picturesque site I have ever visited. A wonderful place for families to enjoy making memories. The river is just perfect to dip your toes in and great for toddlers to play in. The washing up hut has 2 fridges and a freezer. I particularly liked the swings dotted around the site especially if you have young ones you can keep them in view without having to take them to the play area. So everyone is happy. We will definitely be back. The only drawback is the shower block needs updating. The cave bar was a bonus and even showed the England match on a huge screen a few WIFI issues but was resolved.
It is a little piece of paradise and only 20 minutes from Doncaster. A perfect weekend spent with family.
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Great location perfect for children
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Kids loved it so for that reason alone no complaints.
Disliked Not an issue but at some point the toilet block could do with an update when you have funds.
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Beautiful place. Family-friendly. My 10-year-old son…
Electric grass tent pitch
Liked Beautiful place. Family-friendly. My 10-year-old son really enjoys it. The pitches are nice and clean. The owners were friendly and kind. We can recommend this place and definitely will come back
Disliked The toilets are very old and should be more clesn .
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Idyllic site on a stream. Great for kids and boys
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Wow..... what a great little site. It was at capacity but still lots of room. No cramped pitches. Great for kids, dogs and grown ups. Yes, the loos and showers could do with an upgrade, but cleaning products were provided and I would always clean before I use.
Footy was on and they provided a tv and kept the bar open.
Disliked If I'm being critical, number 1 ladies loo door won't open if the entrance door is ajar.
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Lovely little find and only 25mins…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Lovely little find and only 25mins drive from home. Doggo had the best time in the river.
Lovely staff and even opened the bar to show the England match.
The history of the site is amazing and Sue the owner told us all about it and showed us the old photos.
Perfect place to chill and do nothing.
We've book again in 2wks.
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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 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
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wild camping 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 Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby 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 Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
The Old Vicarage
Twyford Lane
Elkesley
East Retford
Nottinghamshire
England
DN22 8AS
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.27251°N
0.96438°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Must see
Sherwood Forest Country Park 6.3 mi
Mansfield Museum 13.2 mi
Bolsover Castle 13.9 mi
Hardwick Hall 15.5 mi
Hardwick Old Hall 16 mi
National Trust
Clumber Park 4.2 mi
Mr Straw's House 6.8 mi
The Workhouse, Southwell 13.3 mi
Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 16 mi
Hardwick Hall 16 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Bothamsall - Robin Hood's Cave - Walesby - Bothamsall 1.9 mi
BABWORTH HALL 3.4 mi
Headon - Upton - Askham - Grove - Headon 3.7 mi
CLUMBER PARK 3.8 mi
Clumber and Surrounding Forests - Robin Hood Way 4.2 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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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Old Vicarage have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Old Vicarage dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Old Vicarage? The surrounding countryside has great places for walks and wildlife-spotting, with trails around the lakes and wetlands of Idle Valley Nature Reserve (15 minutes' drive) and lakes for fishing too. Then there's … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Old Vicarage?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Old Vicarage? From £28 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.


