Ketsby Lake Country Retreat

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  • Adults-only site on the South Ormsby Estate in the Lincolnshire Wolds
  • Coarse fishing (additional fee); 25 minutes’ drive from the coast
  • Biker-friendly and just a 15-minute drive from Cadwell Park Circuit
If you want to stay within the scenic slopes of the Lincolnshire Wolds, consider staying at Ketsby Lake Country Retreat. This peaceful, adults-only escape is surrounded by open countryside, gentle hills and – of course – the plentiful wildlife that comes with such a location. This is the sort of place where it should feel easy to slow down. It has been thoughtfully designed, with eco-conscious facilities, spacious pitches and plenty of peace and quiet. At the centre of the site is the spring-fed Ketsby Lake, where not only can you take in the stillness of the water from its quiet banks but also cast a line; coarse fishing day tickets can be purchased for an additional fee. What about those facilities, then? Ketsby Lake Country Retreat has hot showers, toilets, fresh drinking water and a washing-up station. When you feel your tummy begin to rumble, it's just a 15-minute stroll from the nearby country pub (a cash-only venue), considered a hot commodity for its locally sourced home-cooked food. The site is biker-friendly; riders might be happy to hear that Cadwell Park Circuit is a 15-minute drive away. Dogs are also welcome, but must be kept on a lead to protect the local wildlife.

Site type

Tent sites 20
RV sites 20
Open now
Opens June 12
Please note
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • Group bookings of 1 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Jun 12 to

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8.8

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88% would recommend this site to a friend

88% would stay here again

What customers say

This peaceful campsite boasts stunning scenery, a beautiful lake, and incredible stargazing thanks to no light pollution. Guests loved the clean, modern washrooms and the tranquil vibe. However, some mentioned issues with the quantity and maintenance of composting toilets, especially when busy, and the state of certain pitches. The site is new, with ongoing upgrades.

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Lovely campsite would stay again!

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Amy S. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked We had a lovely, peaceful stay. The lake is really nice to walk around and relaxing to sit by. The facilities are modern and clean and are lit up at night. We walked to the local pub and had a great home cooked meal! (cash only at the pub)

Disliked No paper towels in toilets so maybe bring a hand towel.

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A very pleasant place. Very clean…

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 piotr g. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked A very pleasant place. Very clean bathrooms and toilets.

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Campsite was lovely, has a gorgeous…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Campsite was lovely, has a gorgeous lake, brand new showers and toilets. The hospitality was great too, a lovely gentleman who ran the campsite.

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Avoid this over grown field, over priced £20 i

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth RV campsite

Liked There is nothing liked about thus location

Disliked Overgtown field is all this is now clear places to park. Iver grown with nettles. I have a sprinter campervan. Could not turn into track. Had to go to A16 and turn around. No lighting at all not even near where the shower shacks are. Did not stay. Tried to contact owner. No response.

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That we could pitch up next…

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 Maxwell L. 2 reviews

Primitive grass and earth RV campsite

Liked That we could pitch up next lake and the toilets and showers were lovely and really really clean

Disliked Nothing

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Great site

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth RV campsite

Liked Beautiful surroundings. Great view pitched up next to the lake. Amenities are good and clean. Will be going back again.

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Had a lovely few days

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Anonymous

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Liked Excellent

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The quietness, views over the fishing…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth RV campsite

Liked The quietness, views over the fishing lake

Disliked composting toilets and idiots who camped across the path around the fishing lake

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The best view of the night…

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 Emily R. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth RV campsite

Liked The best view of the night sky as there is no light pollution, the view of the lake was amazing, pub nearby was lovely!
Definitely will come back - our go to camping place going forward.

Disliked No complaints whatsoever!

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Was as described…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth RV campsite

Liked Was as described

Disliked Not a fan of the compost toilets

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Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Adults only

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campground Vineyard

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 32 inches) Site close to accessible bathrooms Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Ketsby Lake Country Retreat

Ketsby

Louth

Lincolnshire

England

LN11 8QW

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.27045°N
0.05208°E

Nearest transport

Coach
11.3 km Bus Station
13.2 km Interchange Shelter
14.4 km Parish Hall
Rail
19.1 km Thorpe Culvert Rail Station
22.1 km Wainfleet Rail Station
22.8 km Havenhouse Rail Station
Airport
43.8 km Humberside Airport

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

What a spot… There are so many well-loved Lincolnshire locations around Ketsby Lake Country Retreat. For starters, the coast is a 25-minute drive away, with both seaside resorts and remote, green nature reserves to feast your eyes on. Inland, it's a short drive to the historic market towns of Louth (15 minutes' drive) and Horncastle (15 minutes). Louth has the nickname 'capital of the Wolds', so as you might be able to imagine, it has plenty of independent shops and markets. Horncastle, meanwhile, is perhaps best known for its antiques – 'antiques capital of the Wolds' is another phrase that gets thrown around – with collectors and treasure hunters descending upon its shops. For other days out, you could check out the city of Lincoln (50 minutes) or the village of Woodhall Spa (half an hour). It doesn't matter too much whether you're keen to get out into the wider county or stick to the immediate countryside around the site, as it's all splendid.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Sutton-On-Sea 16.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Mablethorpe Town 16.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Moggs Eye 17.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Anderby 18.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Chapel St Leonards 19.9 km Sea GoodExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Lincoln Cathedral 39.4 km

Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace 39.4 km

Lincoln Castle 39.5 km

National Trust

Gunby Hall Estate: Monksthorpe Chapel 13.9 km

Gunby Hall 13.9 km

Tattershall Castle 25 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Belleau - Swaby - Belleau 3.6 km

Tetford Village 4.1 km

Bag Enderby - Tetford - Salmonby - Somersby Circular 5 km

Bag Enderby - Somersby - Stainsby - Hagworthingham 5 km

HARRINGTON HALL 5.2 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 Ketsby Lake Country Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Ketsby Lake Country Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Ketsby Lake Country Retreat? What a spot… There are so many well-loved Lincolnshire locations around Ketsby Lake Country Retreat. For starters, the coast is a 25-minute drive away, with both seaside resorts and remote, green nature … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Ketsby Lake Country Retreat?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Ketsby Lake Country Retreat? From $37.73 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.