The Hollies
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- Kessingland site directly on the Suffolk coast
- Three different pitching up areas over 28 acres
- Two new amenities blocks, including disabled and family rooms
Site type
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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).- Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
Languages spoken
English
This site is a member of The Beeston Group group.
Pitch types & availability
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
6 people maximum 
9/10
333 reviews Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £16
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Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
10 people maximum 9/10
191 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 9m depth (81m²)
Arrival daysFrom £18
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Reviews
92% would recommend this site to a friend
89% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite offers a fantastic location with direct beach access via steps. Visitors consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the cleanliness and maintenance of the facilities, particularly the toilets and showers which are frequently cleaned. Pitches are generally spacious and level. On-site food options, including fish and chips, are a popular bonus. While some noted occasional issues with shower temperature or the availability of facilities during peak times, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Very close to the beach, relaxing quiet location, great for walking with or without a dog. We have been twice and love it for the get away from everything time.
Disliked There isn't anything to actually do on the site, have to take a bus or drive to go into a town.
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A great short visit to the Hollies - thank you to all!
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Staff and facilities were fantastic.
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Lovely camp site in a beautiful location. We would definitely go again
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Pitches were spaced out well. Staff very friendly. Fantastic fish and chips shop on site on a Wednesday. The bathrooms were very clean and we saw so many staff members keeping them tidy and clean throughout the whole day. It was super muddy out and only once did I see muddy footprints in the shower block. In a lovely location.
Disliked The pitch we was on got very muddy even though it was hard standing, it was like that when we arrived and got worse as we stayed. It made it very wet and muddy inside the awning. But we were there during storm Pedro and its winter time. So I can put it mostly down to that.
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A brilliant all round site.
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked It’s such a good site. Everything you need. Staff are super friendly and helpful. The location is great. We took a dog and four year old and even in the snow and rain, we had a brilliant time.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your fantastic review. We’re delighted you had such a great stay, even with the snow and rain. It’s wonderful to hear you found everything you needed on site and that our team helped make your visit enjoyable. The location is special in all weathers, and we’re so pleased your dog and little one had a brilliant time too. We’d love to welcome you back again.
Can’t wait to go back again
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Clean. Friendly . Quite location. Great walks and very well priced. Good size pitches
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review. We’re really pleased you enjoyed the clean and peaceful location. It’s great to hear you made the most of the walks and found the pitches well‑sized and good value. We’d be delighted to welcome you back again.
We really enjoyed our stay at…
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked We really enjoyed our stay at the Hollies. Our pitch was level and spacious and not too close to other people. The shower block was a very short walk and it was absolutely sspotless which was amazing because it poured of rain and it was so muddy. The poor cleaner was constantly mopping the floor but he was so easy going and polite. It's a few steps to the most beautiful unspoilt beach but bear in mind there's lots of wooden steps down to the sand. There was only two other people on the beach when we walked and you can walk for miles. When we arrived the warden was friendly and helpful. The washing up facilities are great and the the toilet waste area was super clean. There is a 24 hour laundry on site but we didn't use it. The next morning we drove 10 minutes to Lowestoft beach. We had a lovely time and would definitely visit again.
Disliked None
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Good site, friendly staff. Hard pitches are level.
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Of course this time of year it was Quiet on site, lovely staff. Access directly onto the beach. {90 odd steps so not for the unfit or elderly like my pup!} Site is just off main road, so easy to find and easy access to local facilities, supermarkets and food outlets 3 mins away. Toilet block was clean and warm.
Disliked The site roads are a bit pot holed but you're driving slow so not too bad, unfortunately it was made worse by terrible weather but the pitch was level and drained well. The toilet block was ok but could do with an air freshener of change of cleaning chemical.
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Good value for money. Very welcoming staff. Clean site.
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked How clean and warm the shower block is. Clean site
Fish and chips on site.
Short walk to beach.
Disliked WiFi would be good as mobile signal not great.
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Good place to stop clean toilets…
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Good place to stop clean toilets and shower really good bus services right out side of the entrance, lovely staff and walk to end of the camp down step to the beach and in January £16 per night
We are in a Motorhome
Disliked None
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Good value for a winter stop over.
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Location, price and the friendly welcome.
Disliked Smell in the toilet block. The block appeared to be very clean, however they smelt like a public toilet which put me off using the showers. Some air freshener or change of toilet cleaning chemicals would easily change this.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Beach access 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
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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. 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 yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer 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
Very large (over 200 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Level site, no steep slopesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point Seasonal pitchesLocation
The Hollies
London Road
Kessingland
Lowestoft
Suffolk
England
NR33 7PQ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
52.43139°N
1.72108°E
Route directions
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowestoft (South Of Claremont Pier) | 2.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Lowestoft (North Of Claremont Pier) | 2.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Southwold The Pier | 7.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Southwold The Denes | 7.9 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Gorleston Beach | 9.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Somerleyton Hall and Gardens 6.5 mi
Fritton Lake Country World 8.2 mi
Pleasure Beach 11.3 mi
Framlingham Castle 21.4 mi
BeWILDerwood 22.3 mi
National Trust
Elizabethan House Museum 12 mi
Horsey Windpump 22.1 mi
Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 24.7 mi
Sutton Hoo 28.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Mutford - Carlton Colville - Barnby - Mutford 2.6 mi
Carlton Colville 2.8 mi
BELLE VUE PARK 4.2 mi
North Cove 4.4 mi
Gunton 5.3 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 Hollies have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Hollies dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Hollies? The Hollies is in a spiffing location to get to the best of Suffolk, Norfolk, the countryside and the Broads for a bit of whatever you fancy in boating, fishing, hiking, rainy … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Hollies?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Hollies? From £16 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.