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
14
150
50
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
Pitch types & availability
Reviews
Overall rating from 504 Pitchup.com customers 
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90% would recommend this site to a friend
87% would stay here again
Lovely spot with private beach view from cliff with steps down.
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Location and cliff/beach.
Clean throughout.
Staff friendly and welcoming.
Offers longer term siting for those this might be of interest to.
Chip shop and cafe van, both used and both good quality and value for money, however limited opening times. Cafe only sat and Sunday mornings and chip shop section only around 4 times slots a week so some days no food available to buy on site.
Disliked Unreliable bus network (clearly nothing the site has any control over but is a factor if people are hoping to head out to Lowestoft etc)
Lacking in quanity of bathroom facilities. Luckily I did ask for and was given a site close to one of these but is something to bear in mind when booking. The facilities are good but only only 2 blocks for around 3 fields. One was closed for some reason on my second day do then only one block for everyone. Might be an idea to add a few portable loos in other locations around the site?
I didn't explore the area outside of the site much (as 3 x buses didn't turn up and Uber had no drivers available) so unsure whether shops or places to eat nearby. Didn't spot any.
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Loved it all, peaceful, and restful, amenities are brilliant and clean. Reception…
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Loved it all, peaceful, and restful, amenities are brilliant and clean. Reception and all staff are friendly and knowledgeable.
Disliked Bit noisy near the bins as we backed onto bins and cars don’t keep to 5mph and wheels spinning the stones up on to our caravan.
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Great site, lovely location and really good value
Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Love how close to the coast this site is. Fabulous views great spot for watching the sunrise . Great for birdwatchers . Lovely flat pitches, super clean toilets and showers ( with nice hot water and decent pressure) Fish and chip van do great fish and chips ( cooked in beef fat) Not too far from Lowestoft town centre , in fact its a lovely walk along the beach which takes a good 45 minutes or slightly longer if you leave the beach at the holiday park and visit the pubs along the way :) We had came a couple of weeks ago with some mates and loved it so much we came again on our own.
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Lovely stay at the Hollies. Shame about the booking system
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Location
Amenities
Fish n chip truck
Showers
Plot
Very quiet
Disliked Booking system - staff kept questioning our booking. Reception staff too blunt.
Water wastage (taps kept running)
Lack of information when checking in
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The Hollies is in a great location and within walking distance of…
Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked The Hollies is in a great location and within walking distance of a pebbled beach. The reception staff are very friendly and the toilet/shower blocks are spotless. A freezer available for refreezing cool packs and a hut for phone charging. There’s also coffee huts and an onsite fish and chip shop,
Disliked The site rules issued on arrival states ‘dogs are requested to be kept under control’. Although our dog was under control and is very well trained, the ‘Park Police’ in his blue van put a stop to his ball play.
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Absolutely fantastic will be coming back
Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked The site was perfect. Well spaced out.
Clean showers and toilets. Amazing views.
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Location was perfect and very clean bathroom and shower facilities. The price…
Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Location was perfect and very clean bathroom and shower facilities. The price was very reasonable, definitely worth it and will be coming again!
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Clean facilities. Helpful staff and lovely grass pitches.
Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Clean lovely campsite. Great location.
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Camp site, facilities, view…
Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Camp site, facilities, view
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Excellent, clean,tidy,peaceful,friendly staff, completely stress free
Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked This place is our 'go to' place for a cheap and cheerful get away. We always have a choice of where to pitch up in the seaside field (non electric), reception are so warming and welcoming, the whole site is always clean and tidy, the Loos and showers are spotless, guaranteed hot water, washing up areas are never dirty or messy. Variety of walks if you have 4 legged friends. Simple and basic but that's all you need when camping in a field. Ice cream man comes into site, fish and chip van if don't fancy cooking, local shops near by if forgotten anything.Loads of room to play family games in seaside field. Lovely stretch of beach to walk on your doorstep
Disliked Sadly the coffee rush hut wasn't there this time, my daughter's take their pocket money to have a fresh smoothie every morning
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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 Car parking by pitch/unit 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°W
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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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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.