Charabanc Meadows
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- Off-grid pop-up site set on the River Glen in Lincolnshire fenland
- Moulton Windmill 25 minutes’ drive and Delaine Buses 10 minutes
- Wildlife haven with watersports on the river and fishing next door
Set on an 18-acre Lincolnshire fenland smallholding, Charabanc Meadows is a relaxed pop-up site with pitches mown into long grass; they have plenty of room between them so you’ll never feel crowded. There are far-reaching countryside views from the camping field, and if you cast your eyes upwards, the sky is often full of buzzards, kites, falcons and cuckoos. If you’re lucky, you can also sometimes spot muntjac and red deer playing in the meadows and river in the early morning.
If you don’t get to see any wildlife, don’t fret as the site owners have lambs, rabbits, goats and hens for you to meet – you can also pick fresh eggs, subject to chicken cooperation. Next to the camping field is the River Glen. You’re welcome to bring your own gear for self-propelling watersports like kayaking and paddleboarding – and next door you can go coarse fishing on a series of well-stocked ponds.
There is a bore hole for fresh water, and while the site is off-grid you can borrow solar-powered packs for charging phones. If you need a firepit, they are available too. Barbecue on the cards? Pick up whatever you need in Bourne or Spalding (both 10 minutes’ drive).
Charabanc Meadows runs alongside the A151, so there is some traffic noise at busy times. Escape to the other side of the riverside dyke and your peace will be undisturbed.
Campground type
50
50Opens 18 July
This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, 18 July to
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Pop-up campground
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 Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly 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 sitesThemes
Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campgroundAccessibility
Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal sitesLocation
Charabanc Meadows
Bourne Road
West Pinchbeck
Spalding
Lincolnshire
England
PE10 0BD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.79584°N
0.23986°W
Route directions
What3words ///chairing.paddlers.twitches
Look out for large pink ‘Charabanc Meadows’ signs on the field gates.
Nearest transport
Coach5.8 km Bus Station
6 km The Bull Inn
7.9 km St Laurence's Church
Rail5.7 km Spalding Rail Station
19.7 km Swineshead Rail Station
20.5 km Heckington Rail Station
Ferry42.7 km West Lynn Ferry Landing
42.9 km King's Lynn Ferry Landing
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
Along with non-motorised watersports on the River Glen, there’s lots of active stuff to do locally. There are cycle rides and riverside walks right from the pitches, coarse fishing right next door and brisk hikes along the Norfolk coastline – coastal Fosdyke Wash (half an hour) is a good bet for spotting protected bitterns and harriers.
Turning to culture, Moulton Windmill (25 minutes’ drive) was built in 1822 and is the UK’s tallest working mill; book ahead of time for guided tours up 96 steps for spectacular views over the fens. Close by is Gordon Boswell Romany Museum (15 minutes), with traditional wagons providing a fascinating glimpse into Romany heritage.
There’s more vintage transport at Delaine Buses (10 minutes), where you can mooch around 19th-century coaches and take a historic bus trip out into the fenland countryside. Also well-worth visiting, the Museum of Technology, the History of Gadgets and Gizmos (35 minutes) houses a vast display of antique TVs, telephones and typewriters.
Must see
Ayscoughfee Hall Museum and Gardens 6.2 km
Grimsthorpe Castle, Park and Gardens 14.3 km
Burghley House 22.3 km
Peterborough Cathedral 24.8 km
Woolsthorpe Manor 26.4 km
National Trust
Woolsthorpe Manor 26.4 km
Grantham House 30 km
Peckover House and Garden 30.3 km
Tattershall Castle 34.1 km
St George's Guildhall 42.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
AYSCOUGHFEE HALL 6.4 km
GRIMSTHORPE CASTLE 15.4 km
Frampton and Frampton Marsh Nature Reserve 20.9 km
Barnack Hills and Holes 21.7 km
BURGHLEY HOUSE 22.9 km
Local events
- Burghley Horse Trials (Thursday 3 September 2026 – Thursday 3 September 2026)
Stamford, England 22 km
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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- Does Charabanc Meadows have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Charabanc Meadows dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Charabanc Meadows? Along with non-motorised watersports on the River Glen, there’s lots of active stuff to do locally. There are cycle rides and riverside walks right from the pitches, coarse fishing right next door … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Charabanc Meadows?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Charabanc Meadows? From $28.79 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.