Blackland Lakes

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Lake
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Fishing lake

  • Scenic and peaceful site surrounded by gorgeous villages such as Calne
  • A five-minute drive from Cherhill White Horse
  • Fishing lakes, shop, bar and nature trail with goat feeding
Ever seen the famed Westbury White Horse, high up above an Iron Age hill fort on Salisbury Plain? You can get to it within a 35-minute drive with a stay at Blackland Lakes. But there's more of that even closer by: this peaceful rural place is a mere five-minute drive from the famed equine etching of Cherhill White Horse. For those planning to spend days lazing around at base (after a trip to see one of the two horses, of course), Blackland has two coarse fishing lakes filled with carp, tench, perch, roach, bream and gudgeon, with mirror carp up to 25lbs in Heron Lake and bream to 11lb in both. Another lake is set aside as a habitat for wildfowl for those who'd rather laze about this green and scenic setting. The park covers 17 acres, divided into secluded grass paddocks. A big highlight is Sam's Bar, open from April to September (mainly at weekends), selling a range of draft beers and ciders, soft drinks, hot drinks, ice creams and pizzas. The team has also opened a well-stocked and licensed shop, selling essentials, drinks, ice cream and camping basics like tent pegs. Within the shop is a small tourist info section with leaflets on local attractions, events and details of local pubs, restaurants, and takeaways that can deliver your dinner straight to the site. Blackland is at just outside the village of Calne, at the foot of the North Wessex Downs. The closest pub serving food is about 10 minutes' walk away.

Campground type

Tent sites 65
Caravan sites 65
RV & Motorhome sites 65
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The grocery shop is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
  • The campground/park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Languages spoken

English

Polish

AA 3 pennants

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Site types & availability

Reviews

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Location
9
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9
Accommodation
9
Facilities / Activities
8
Customer service
9
Child friendliness
9
Cleanliness
9
Wifi
6

89% would recommend this campground to a friend

88% would stay here again

What customers say

Great campsite, friendly staff, lush surroundings. Peaceful, level pitches, good facilities (shop/bar). Ideal for families (play area, goats). Some found facilities a bit old, suggested road & shower tweaks.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Couldn't fault anything and is excellent value for money.

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10 out of 10
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Anonymous

Unpowered grass site (medium)

Liked The site was very clean and is in the best condition I've seen it. The shop is reasonably priced and Sam's bar pours a good quality pint and also makes an excellent pizza.
Atwell motor museum is a five minute walk and is well worth a visit.

Disliked Pitches 18,19 & 20 isn't the best place for the morning sun to dry the tent out due to the trees.

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I loved everything about my stay…

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Kayleigh R.

Unpowered grass site (small)

Liked I loved everything about my stay here , beautiful place well maintained friendly and welcoming staff , greatly priced I will deffinatly be returning with my family

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Excellent

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10 out of 10
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Clive P.

Powered grass site (large)

Liked A very good and friendly site could not fault it the staff were exceptional

Disliked Only downside was the power supply keep tripping

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Would visit again, enjoyed our one night stay.

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7 out of 10
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7
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8
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5
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10
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No rating
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8
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6
Mandy C.

Powered grass site (medium)

Liked Open space, nice and quiet. Near to shop ( but still needed to drive to it)

Disliked Quite away from toilet block, no shop selling basics.

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Really great place to spend the weekend. Will visit again!!

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10 out of 10
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Sam E.

Unpowered grass site (medium)

Liked Great plot
Respectful guests
Great little bar area
Friendly staff
Great walking distance into town
Lovely showers!!!

Disliked Mixed sex toilets (fine but signage could have saved the initial shock and multiple eyebrows being raised)

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Overall very good experience

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7 out of 10
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Zak C.

Unpowered grass site (medium)

Liked Very nice camp site , with lots to do and a very friendly atmosphere

Disliked There’s a swimming pool there but only for regulars , think there would be a lot more custom if it was open to people who have payed for the campsite also , or even maybe just a session or 2 on the weekends open for people who have payed to stay at the campsite

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From the manager: Thank you for your positive feedback regarding the campsite and its friendly atmosphere, we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay.

We would like to clarify that the swimming pool is part of a separate health club facility, which operates independently from the campsite and is available exclusively to its members. As such, access is not included with campsite bookings.

Kind regards,

The Blackland Lakes Team

Always enjoy my time here…

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8 out of 10
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Sally N.

Powered grass site (medium)

Liked Always enjoy my time here

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From the manager: Thank you so much for your review! We're really glad to hear you always enjoy your time with us.

Kind regards,

The Blackland Team

Great site

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8 out of 10
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Lucy R.

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked Really nice size pitch. Site was well kept . Staff really helpful and friendly .Fishing lakes had definitely been updated and maintained since our last visit in 2024!Brilliant play area for the kid's.

Disliked Showers- could do with some sort of matt for when stepping out of the shower as floor was really muddy/dirty.

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Absolutely amazing site, friendly staff, lovely…

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Jessica B.

Powered grass site (medium)

Liked Absolutely amazing site, friendly staff, lovely and peaceful.
Sams bar did the most delicious pizzas, well recommended.
Only stayed for 2 nights as it was our first ever camping trip but will definitely be visiting again.

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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your first ever camping trip with us and hope to see you again very soon.

Kind regards

The Blackland Team

Loved…

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Allen M.

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked Loved

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Features

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

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Caravan storage facilities Motorhome service point Seasonal sites

Location

Blackland Lakes

Stockley Lane

Calne

Wiltshire

England

SN11 0NQ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.4191°N
1.9942°W

Nearest transport

Coach
2.2 km Town Hall
7.2 km NX Coach Stop
7.2 km NX Coach Stop
Rail
9.7 km Chippenham Rail Station
11.3 km Melksham Rail Station
17.8 km Pewsey Rail Station
Ferry
41 km Temple Meads Station Ferry Landing
41.2 km Temple Bridge (Bristol) Ferry Landing
41.5 km Castle Park Ferry Landing

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

The Westbury White Horse – Wiltshire's famed giant chalk horse carved into the slope of Salisbury Plain – is a 35-minute drive from Blackland Lakes, on the edge of Bratton Downs. Standing 80 feet tall and 170 feet wide, it's viewable for 16 or 17 miles around its setting; from the horse itself, you'll be able to see Bratton Castle and the white horses of Devizes and Alton Barnes. This is most certainly a land of archaeological and world-famed historical highlights: reach the pretty village of Avebury and its three prehistoric stone circles within 10 minutes' drive and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stonehenge within 40. If your tastes are more modern, a vintage motor museum is less than 10 minutes' walk away. Take a trip out to any of the area's market towns such as Calne, Devizes, Chippenham, Corsham, Royal Wootton Bassett and Marlborough, all within 25 minutes' drive. Bath is about 35 minutes away. For peaceful sightseeing within a short drive, try Bowood House and its landscaped gardens, five miles away, and the National Trust village of Lacock eight miles from the site, a magical place that's had screen appearances in the likes of Downton Abbey and Harry Potter.

Must see

Wadworth Visitor Centre 7.2 km

Lacock Abbey, Grounds and Cloisters 8.7 km

Silbury Hill 9.5 km

Avebury Stone Circle 9.7 km

West Kennet Long Barrow 9.9 km

National Trust

Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum and Village 8.8 km

Avebury 9.5 km

Avebury Manor and Garden 9.5 km

Great Chalfield Manor and Garden 15.6 km

The Courts Garden 16.2 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

BOWOOD 3.4 km

Battle of Roundway Down, 1643 4.3 km

SPYE PARK 5.2 km

LACOCK ABBEY 8.5 km

Lacock Village and Abbey 8.7 km

Local events

  • Summer Solstice at Stonehenge (Sunday 21 June 2026 – Sunday 21 June 2026)

    Salisbury, England 29 km

  • Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday 7 August 2026 – Friday 7 August 2026)

    Bristol, England 46.9 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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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Blackland Lakes have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Blackland Lakes dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Blackland Lakes? The Westbury White Horse – Wiltshire's famed giant chalk horse carved into the slope of Salisbury Plain – is a 35-minute drive from Blackland Lakes, on the edge of Bratton Downs. Standing … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Blackland Lakes?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Blackland Lakes? From $41.50 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.