Waldegraves Holiday and Leisure Park
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- Family-friendly site on Mersea Island with beach access
- Plenty of activities in the park and nearby area
- Heated swimming pool, fishing lake and restaurant on site
Site type
Tourist board rating
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- 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).
- Group bookings of 10 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Facilities/activities including crazy golf, foot golf, pitch and putt and the driving range are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- The outdoor swimming pool is open between 30/04 and 30/09 (subject to weather conditions).
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, 1 Mar to

Pitch types & availability
Electric grass pitch
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7.3m width × 7.3m depth
Calculated area: 53.5m²
Arrival daysFrom £40
View prices & bookNon-electric grass pitch
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7.3m width × 7.3m depth
Calculated area: 53.5m²
Arrival daysFrom £45
View prices & bookElectric grass and gravel touring pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 7.5m width × 7.5m depth
Calculated area: 56.2m²
Arrival daysFrom £50
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Reviews
95% would recommend this site to a friend
91% would stay here again




















It’s a great site spoiled them the burning garden waste
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked Site was spotlessly clean
Staff are very friendly
Good security
Swimming pool was good
Disliked Burning of garden waste spoiled it as the smell from the smoke was unbearable and it was hot so we could not really any fresh air. This spoiled it for us so we cannot return
Excellent site, so much space, clean facilities. Staff eager to help
Electric grass pitch
Liked Friendly staff, well stocked shop and good sized pitches. Toolets and showers really clean.
Disliked Hedges cut but sharp cuttings still on the ground which was quite painful in thin soles shoes and hands. Pitch, slightly sloped
Sparkling-clean toilets and showers, swimming pool, shop, restaurant, friendly staff. Everything was…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Sparkling-clean toilets and showers, swimming pool, shop, restaurant, friendly staff. Everything was great - best camping site we've been to!
Disliked Nothing
exceptional place to stay
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked very nice place and very nice people
Disliked showers though very clean had a sulphury smell to them
Perfect spot for families and couples
Electric grass pitch
Liked Few minutes walking distance from the beach, very clean and nice place, water and electricity on each pitch.
Nice restaurant and pub, heated swimming pool, big shop, sweet corner for the kids, and loads of activities! Amazing stay, definitely will come back and will share this experience with my friends
Disliked Reception didn’t work on our arrival (18:40) and was no information where to go.
Wifi was working just near the facilities, no internet on the pitch.
Toilets were always clean, food from the courtyard was really good.…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Toilets were always clean, food from the courtyard was really good.
Disliked Entertainment was too loud. Could hear it from the pitch and when inside the club house couldn’t hear ourselves think.
2nd visit but will be back
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked Lovely sized pitch. All staff are welcoming and helpful.
Swimming pool.
Resturant, lovely food, fair price.
Close proximity to beach.
Bar, well stocked, good service.
Very fair touring price.
Hot shower, plenty room for clothes.
Suitable for all ages will be back grandkids.
Toilets cleaned regularly.
Disliked Leaving for home.
Both of us paid for wifi, which wasn't great.
Nice pitches very clean site staff very friendly…
Electric grass and gravel touring pitch
Liked Nice pitches very clean site staff very friendly
Disliked For us as dog owners feel it could be a bit more dog friendly totally understand you can't take them in restaurant or bar but we tried to order food to sit outside in evening and was told our only option was a takeaway bit disappointed so we went to a lovely pub just down the road that was dog friendly
Location and facilities were excellent. Shop had everything you would need. Lovely…
Electric grass pitch
Liked Location and facilities were excellent. Shop had everything you would need. Lovely breakfast in the on site restaurant
Disliked Restaurant closes at 9pm with other on site facilities closed mid week
The place is really well looked after with lots of amenities for…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked The place is really well looked after with lots of amenities for young kids. Very nice location near the coast, but not for swimming unfortunately. Super clean toilets and good entertainment for the kids.
Disliked If you are an early sleeper, you might struggle with the noise from other campers, or make sure you camp in a more strategic place than we did.
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups 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 yearThemes
Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Nearby 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
Seasonal pitches Tourer storage facilities Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Waldegraves Holiday and Leisure Park
Mersea Island
Colchester
Essex
England
CO5 8SE
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.77794°N
0.94871°E
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
West Mersea | 0.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | N/A |
Brightlingsea | 3.3 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Jaywick | 7 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Clacton Beach Martello Tower | 8.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Clacton | 9.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Colchester Zoo 7.6 mi
firstsite 7.9 mi
Colchester Castle Museum 8 mi
East Anglian Railway Museum 13 mi
RHS Garden Hyde Hall 17.8 mi
National Trust
Bourne Mill 7 mi
Coggeshall Grange Barn 12.8 mi
Flatford: Bridge Cottage 12.8 mi
Paycocke's 13.1 mi
Thorington Hall 14 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
West Mersea 0.8 mi
Mersea Island Circular 2.1 mi
Cudmore Country Park - East and West Mersea - Cudmore 2.5 mi
Bradwell St Peter - River Blackwater - Bradwell Waterside 3.2 mi
Bradwell-on-Sea - Roman Fort - St Peter's Way - Bradwell 3.2 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Waldegraves Holiday and Leisure Park have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Waldegraves Holiday and Leisure Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Waldegraves Holiday and Leisure Park? Mersea is the most easterly inhabited island in the UK and although it's only about seven square miles has quite a bit to do among its unspoiled landscape. Exploring the local village … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Waldegraves Holiday and Leisure Park?
Camping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 1 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Waldegraves Holiday and Leisure Park? From £40 (for 2 nights, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.