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
50
50
150
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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
9/10
Reviews
90% would recommend this site to a friend
87% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite is praised for its fantastic location with direct beach access and beautiful sea views. Visitors highlight the friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and spacious pitches. On-site food options are a popular bonus. While generally well-maintained, some reviews mention issues with toilet cleanliness during busy periods and the steep steps down to the beach. The site is considered good value and many reviewers express a desire to return.
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Absolutely great site. One of our favourites!
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked What a great site. It's very well maintained. Clean and tidy. Facilities are modern and clean. Great view and access to the beach. An onsite fish and chips van is a game changer, with many food options. Also a coffee van and a breakfast bar also. Staff are very friendly and helpful. We loved our stay. Will definitely be going back!
Disliked Nothing.
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Friendly reception staff & the sites facilities were very clean.
Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked For our first time camping we got lucky, loved the fact that it was an open camp on the seaside pitch & we were told we could pitch up anywhere we liked, we parked & pitched up in a corner so the hedges would block out some of the wind & we ended up being the only campers in that part of the field. It was great, our 2 spaniels loved it as it was less than a 5 minute walk down the steps from the cliff top to Kessingland beach where they could run around & into the sea until they'd had enough! Very peaceful but then guess its quieter for this time of year but it was perfect for us. Close to other areas we wanted to visit while staying in Lowestoft We will definitely be returning.
Disliked Nothing really, only gave a 9 for facilities as the shower was cold on the day we were going but I believe it was being dealt with as we were leaving, the two days prior it was fine, lovely & hot.
It didn't bother us but but there is no WiFi on this part of the camp hence no rating for it.
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Good location
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Location, friendly and helpful warden, clean toilet and showers
Disliked Nothing
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Very clean facilities & quiet site…
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Very clean facilities & quiet site
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No problems
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Clean
Friendly staff
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Clean site, very helpful staff, will…
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Clean site, very helpful staff, will definitely go again, thanks
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All of the staff we spoke…
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked All of the staff we spoke to were very friendly and lovely. We had pitch B19 and although it was a little further to the reception, it was a couple of minutes walk maximum. The pitch was a good size, the site was clean and it was very peaceful. The fish and chip van was a bonus and we also ordered from Just Eat on another night and got it delivered to the main car park. Really lovely site and we would definitely stay again.
Disliked The men’s toilets in tent field had a smell to them, so we ended up using the other toilet blocks. The showers are lovely and hot, with lots of cubicles, however the push facility means you get about 5-10 seconds so have to constantly hold it which is a pain when trying to wash my hair.
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Good sized pitch. Clean facilities. Useful…
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Good sized pitch. Clean facilities. Useful access to beach from cliffside. Food options and coffee available in mornings.
Staff very pleasant and helpful.
Disliked Toilet block on tent field clean but smells strongly of urine. Assume may be a drainage issue.
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Very impressed with the staff Clean site Pitches flat and spacious
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Was impressed in the size of the site and the way in-which it was set out
Roomy pitches, clean toilet and shower facilities there's also a fish & chip shop on site and easy access bus service just outside the main gate but to top all this the view and access to a fantastic beach at the bottom of the camp site
Disliked The toilets and showers seemed a little dated but all very clean
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Great site, only site we have returned to!!
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Lovely site, access to the beach which is dog friendly all year round. Friendly, visible staff especially the wardens, circling site several times a day always with a smile!
Facilities are good, we travelled for the first time as a family with 4 month old and the ablutions were good and fit for purpose big pitches which are well maintained
We don’t return to sites, for the want to explore new places, but with a new baby we knew what we were getting with this site and it did not disappoint
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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 BST (GMT+01:00)
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.