Lyndon Top

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Peaceful views over the water
Peaceful views over the water
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  • Peaceful, well-kept 112-acre site on the south shore of Rutland Water
  • A 10-minute drive from Oakham and Uppingham; golf club next door
  • Direct access to the walking/bike path around the lake's edge
You may have visited Rutland Water before, but have you ever spent the night right there on its banks? Well, here’s your chance to do just that, because Lyndon Top is spread out over a peaceful 112 acres on the southern shore, with stunning views over the water. And while those views are wonderful, there’s a fair amount more to see around the lake’s shores – so it’s handy that you can set straight out from the site for walks or bike rides on the path that runs all the way around the edge (22 miles in total). On top of that, there’s plenty of choice for other outdoorsy activities, including fly fishing, birdwatching, golf, canoeing and windsurfing (along with boat cruises and lakeside dining if you’re after minimal activity). Think a barbecue at your pitch might be more your kind of thing? Top plan. Barbecues are allowed at Lyndon Top, and you can pick up whatever supplies you need in Oakham or Uppingham (both 10 minutes’ drive), or while out in Stamford (15 minutes). Back at base, it’s a peaceful setup that welcomes families, couples and solo campers (and dogs, if you’d like to bring them) to spacious pitches in a tree-lined field. Handy facilities include picnic tables and a chemical disposal point, along with a very smart and well-equipped modern amenities block that houses stylish toilets and showers, a washing-up area, a family bathroom and accessible facilities, Lyndon Top is not the place for a party of any sort, so the site doesn’t accept bookings from single-sex groups or other non-family groups.

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 634
Motorhome pitches 634
Tent pitches 634
Open now
Opens 27 June
Please note

Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Dogs

  • 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).

General

  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.

Occupancy

  • Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Safety

  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Vehicles

  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat 27 Jun to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs
Dogs allowed

Reviews

9.6

Overall rating from 142 Pitchup.com customers

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100% would recommend this site to a friend

100% would stay here again

What customers say

This recently renovated campsite boasts stunning views of Rutland Water, spacious pitches, and incredibly clean, modern facilities described as hotel-standard. Guests consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff. While some minor points like a lack of cold water in bathrooms and insufficient hooks in shower cubicles were noted, the overwhelming sentiment is positive, with many guests eager to return. Some initial construction was ongoing, but this did not significantly impact stays.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 18/08/2026

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Arrival date (latest first)

Simply amazing site with facilities better than most hotels!

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Tom H. 1 review

Electric grass pitch

Liked Staff were friendly and helpful. Facilities were nicer than hotels i’ve stayed in. Views were awesome. Was simply put a superb site, with absolutely nothing I could fault at all!

Recommend to friends Visit again

A lovely campsite with great views, facilities and time to relax.

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Adam F. 5 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked We really liked the location and pitches on offer with views of Rutland Water. The site was busy, having stayed in the summer holidays, but it remained quite peaceful and relaxing for us and our dog - we can imagine it would be really lovely off season. We really liked the flexible check in and check out, allowing additional time to enjoy the views of the lake and relax. We also appreciated that campfires were banned, having recently stayed at a site that was actively encouraging them, despite the serious risk of wildfires this summer. The facilities were also quite fancy for a campsite, which was a nice bonus.

Disliked We didn't really dislike anything but in terms of practicality, the facilities and waste disposal were central to the site but meant they were quite far from pitches closer to the lake. It wasn't a problem and just more of a note.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Absolutely fantastic The shower blocks are…

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Michael C. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Absolutely fantastic
The shower blocks are amazing
Will definitely be back xx

Recommend to friends Visit again

Spot on campsite, all you could ask for.

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10 out of 10
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Simon D. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Location is perfect, easy to access, over looking the water.
Massive site so lots of space.
Great ablutions space, really top quality.

Disliked Nada

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely, welcoming site with good facilities…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Lovely, welcoming site with good facilities - lots of clean hot showers and toilets in the wash block

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly with loads of space, above Rutland Water with some views

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8 out of 10
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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked We were warmly welcomed on arrival.
Shower block was high standard of decor and design.
Views (if you parked clearly and no one parked in front of you!) were beautiful.
Loads of space and lots of choice of where to go.
Ideal for children to run freely and safely.
Great sunsets.
Ice Cream van coming around the site each afternoon.
Great location for Rutland Water.

Disliked Not a dislike, just a comment: There are no shops anywhere near - so you need to be well stocked up on arrival if you don't want to drive. The huge reception hall was empty - I believe this will become a shop, which will do really well, as would a cafe.

No wifi at all, and very hard to get signal - could be a good thing or a bad thing!

The site is still a work in progress and will be interesting to return and see it all finished. Clearly has had huge investment already.

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The views, the friendliness of staff.…

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simon o. 5 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked The views, the friendliness of staff. The toilet/shower block was amazing, best I've seen on any campsite, (might get a bit busy if the whole campsite was full though). Great location for exploring around Rutland Water. Nursery just up the road had a great cafe for breakfast or lunch if needed. There are also 2 pubs within 15 min bike ride in either direction.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Just fabulous

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Anna C. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Toilets and the space overall

Disliked Nothing it was all great

Recommend to friends Visit again

Size of pitches Quiet location and evenings Proximity…

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9 out of 10
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 Emily F. 1 review

Electric grass pitch

Liked Size of pitches
Quiet location and evenings
Proximity to Rutland Water
Friendliness of staff
Presence of staff
Updated facilities

Disliked Although updated facilities - showers could have more hooks/places to put your things. Things were having to be piled on a small stool and getting wet.
Family bathrooms should not incure an extra charge - also couldn't find where to book them online.

Recommend to friends Visit again

The clean toilets and showers Polite staff…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked The clean toilets and showers
Polite staff

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Baby-changing facilities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping 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

Very large (over 200 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Lyndon Top

Manton Road

Rutland Water

Rutland

England

LE15 8RN

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.63746°N
0.67569°W

Route directions

From the C8326, look out for a lane signed Nature Reserve & Lyndon Top (black sign). The site is then immediately on the right-hand side.

Nearest transport

Coach
8.2 mi Bus Station
9.9 mi Church View
10.3 mi Elizabeth Street
Rail
3.4 mi Oakham Rail Station
8.3 mi Stamford Rail Station
10.3 mi Corby 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

The area immediately around Rutland Water is a real playground for those who love outdoor activities. Rutland Water Golf Club is pretty much next door, and good access to the lakeside trail means you can easily get out to cycle around the entire perimeter or take a walk to Normanton church (an hour’s walk), set on a little spur in the lake. Fishing (for trout and pike) and birdwatching are available in several spots around the lake, while up on the north shore you can play miniature golf, hire watersports kit or bounce across the inflatables at Rutland Aqua Park (15 minutes’ drive). When it’s time for a rest, head to the sandy beach area (10 minutes) or take a cruise across the water (15 minutes). Away from the lake, you may like to stroll among the blooms at Barnsdale Gardens (15 minutes), see the vintage trains at Rocks By Rail Living Ironstone Museum (15 minutes) or step inside some grand buildings with trips to Rockingham Castle (20 minutes) and Burghley House (25 minutes).

Must see

Barnsdale Gardens 3.4 mi

Rockingham Castle 9 mi

Burghley House 9.4 mi

Woolsthorpe Manor 12 mi

Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe 12.5 mi

National Trust

Woolsthorpe Manor 11.9 mi

Lyveden New Bield 13.5 mi

Grantham House 19.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Lyndon Hill- Edith Weston - Lyndon 0.3 mi

Manton - Brooke - Gunthorpe 1.2 mi

Hambleton Peninsula 1.2 mi

Wing Maze & Rutland Water 1.4 mi

North and South Luffenham 2.6 mi

Local events

  • Burghley Horse Trials (Thursday, 3 September 2026 – Thursday, 3 September 2026)

    Stamford, Lincolnshire 9.1 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 Lyndon Top have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Lyndon Top dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Lyndon Top? The area immediately around Rutland Water is a real playground for those who love outdoor activities. Rutland Water Golf Club is pretty much next door, and good access to the lakeside trail … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Lyndon Top?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    If you have booked a non-electric pitch, you can arrive from 9am and departure is by 6pm.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Lyndon Top? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.