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General
- Small family-run site near Church Stretton
- In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with three fishing lakes
- Air rifle range and play area on site; firepits available to hire
Retreat to Oaklands Leisure and Fishery for quiet midweek escapes or peaceful weekends away in spectacularly scenic surroundings among the south Shropshire hills, on a base for long woodland walks, countryside cycling and castle exploring.
And fishing: Oaklands has a two-acre lake well stocked with mirror and common carp up to 20lbs, and a three-quarters of an acre pool holding a mixed bag of mirror and common carp up to 7lbs, as well as a few trout up to 5lbs (if you catch one have it on the campfire for supper, for a cost of £10 per fish taken). The pool is a good spot for beginners and juniors; tuition is available on site subject to availability and if booked in advance.
The site is set on 35 acres of fields, 10 minutes' drive from the popular and heathery hills of the Carding Mill Valley, and from the pubs, cafés, restaurants and supermarket of the local town of Church Stretton. It's dog friendly, but please don't allow your pets anywhere near the lakes.
Friendly and helpful owners Christine and Richard are determined to have the site set up just how guests would want it, and can provide a firepit, a basket of logs and kindling for the campfire.
The cleanly-kept amenities include toilets and two shower blocks; there's also a washing-up area, chemical disposal and the means to charge your electrical bits and bobs.
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
The play area is closed due to restrictions imposed by the coronavirus outbreak.
Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
Reception is closed due to restrictions imposed by the coronavirus outbreak.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
Units longer than 6 metres are not allowed.
Dogs are not allowed in the accommodation units.
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
Facilities/activities including fishing and air rifle range are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
Group bookings of 0 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
Single-sex bookings of 20 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
A cable measuring at least 25 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
The shower facilities are closed until Monday 17 May 2021. Guests will need to use their own facilities.
Group bookings of 20 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
The toilet facilities are closed until Monday 17 May 2021. Guests will need to use their own facilities.
No toilet paper or hand wash provided.
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Max. persons: 4 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 3.0m width x 3.0m depth (9.8ft width x 9.8ft depth) Calculated area: 9.0m² (96.9ft²)
Ground type: Grass
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Max. persons: 4 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 3.0m width x 3.0m depth (9.8ft width x 9.8ft depth) Calculated area: 9.0m² (96.9ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 4 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 3.0m width x 3.0m depth (9.8ft width x 9.8ft depth) Calculated area: 9.0m² (96.9ft²)
Ground type: Forest floor
Reviews
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Really lovely stay, beautiful forests nearby and clean facilities.
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Thank you for your review, we are glad you enjoyed your stay |
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Would happily return and have a shot at the fishing and shooting range
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Thank you for your review, good tip for the fire pit |
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Loved it
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Thank you for our review and we are pleased that the reviews you read convinced you to stay with us. Pleased that you had a good time |
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Thank you for your review and photographs. Most people boil water in a kettle to wash dishes. |
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Excellent little spot, friendly staff and great stay.
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Thank you for your great positive review, see you again |
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Pleased you enjoyed your stay and thank you for leaving a positive review |
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Bike hire available, friendly family run business
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Thank you for your review, we aim to keep the site as natural as it can be so the trees are staying as they are - sorry the lake view is stunning from the hut |
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A lovely sight, hidden away off the beaten track.
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Thank you for your great detailed review. Shropshire is a hidden diamond for visitors to explore. Our skies are dark and sine pollution has reduced we have noticed they are even darker which is great. |
Features
Coronavirus
Capacity reduced to increase social distancing
One-way flow for entering/leaving buildings
Staggered showering times
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
Bath available
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
D. of E. welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Rallies welcome
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Camping 2.0
Shepherd's huts
Themes
Forest
Lake and/or mountain
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Communal fridge
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
No drinkable water point
No hot water
No running water
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Medium (26-50 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby
Golf nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Tennis nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Shrewsbury: Bus Station Raven Meadows
— 14.6 miles
Ford (Shrops): A458 Coach Stop — 15.4 miles
Halfway House (Shrops): Coach Stop — 16.5 miles
- Train stations
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Church Stretton Rail Station
— 3.2 miles
Craven Arms Rail Station — 5.1 miles
Broome Rail Station — 7.5 miles
- Ferry ports
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Sharpness Old Docks
— 54.9 miles
- Airports
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Birmingham International Airport Terminal 2
— 43.5 miles
Local attractions
This is spectacular countryside, in a highly scenic setting with easy access to peaceful ambles, quiet cycles and historic houses, castles and museums. The heather-covered hills of wildlife haven Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd are close by to mountain bike and hike among smashing views of the Shropshire Hills.
County town Shrewsbury is about 40 minutes' drive away, recommended by the Oaklands Leisure and Fishery crew as the birthplace of famed Salopian man Charles Darwin: take the Darwin Town Trail to investigate further. Also 40 minutes away are the Ironbridge museums including Blists Hill, all commemorating the Industrial Revolution and the life and work of Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
Geologists can rock out at Wenlock Edge, the limestone escarpment near Much Wenlock that's a Site of Special Scientific Interest, while anyone who fancies balloon rides over the Shropshire Hills or learning about hilly history should have at least a few hours at the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre in Craven Arms.
Must see
- Stokesay Castle (5.7 miles)
- Ludlow Castle (9.3 miles)
- Much Wenlock Priory (10.7 miles)
National Trust
- Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills (4.1 miles)
- Wilderhope Manor (4.3 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
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| Arrive: | 11 a.m. – | 6 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 10 a.m. | |
| On-site accommodation | ||
| Arrive: | 4 p.m. – | 6 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 10 a.m. | |
Due to COVID-19, arrivals and departures will have to be staggered.
Oaklands Leisure and Fishery cancellation policy
No refunds within 2 weeks of arrival date.
Changes cannot be made once you have booked.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
Deposit transferable during COVID-19. Oaklands Leisure and Fishery will debit the balance from your card 2 weeks before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 2 weeks then the balance will be taken immediately.
Deposit transferable during COVID-19. During COVID-19 you can transfer your deposit to a future stay booked within 3 months of your arrival date. Read more.You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking.
Payment methods accepted on the park
Bank transferCash
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does Oaklands Leisure and Fishery have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Oaklands Leisure and Fishery dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Oaklands Leisure and Fishery? This is spectacular countryside, in a highly scenic setting with easy access to peaceful ambles, quiet cycles and historic houses, castles and museums. The heather-covered hills of wildlife haven Carding Mill Valley … Read more
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When can I check in and check out of Oaklands Leisure and Fishery?
Camping and touring Arrive: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. Due to COVID-19, arrivals and departures will have to be staggered.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Oaklands Leisure and Fishery? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
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