Walesby Forest
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- Adventurous site set in 250 acres of woodland and other rural scenery
- A mile from Walesby village and 35 minutes' drive from Lincoln
- On-site bar and shop; over 40 leisure activities on land and water
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- Facilities/activities including adventure activities are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- The bar is open between 27/03 and 01/11.
- Entertainment and activities are available between 28/03 and 01/11.
- The restaurant is open between 28/03 and 01/11.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- A cable measuring at least 20 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- The outdoor swimming pool is open between 02/05 and 31/08 (subject to weather conditions).
- Reception is unmanned after 5:30 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- The games room is open between 27/03 and 01/11.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, Mar 27 to
Pitch types & availability
4

Power optional grass campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 15m width × 15m depth (225m²)
Arrival daysFrom £31.30 (£31.30)
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Primitive grass campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 15m width × 15m depth (225m²)
Arrival daysFrom £31.30 (£31.30)
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Parker Lodge 7 bedroom bunkhouse
33 people maximum 7 bedrooms
Dimensions: 32.8ft width × 65.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £382 (£382)
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Sherwood lodge 5 bedroom bunkhouse
36 people maximum 5 bedrooms
Dimensions: 32.8ft width × 65.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £392.50 (£392.50)
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Kemp Lodge 5 bedroom bunkhouse
36 people maximum 5 bedrooms
Dimensions: 32.8ft width × 65.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £425 (£425)
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Walesby Lodge 6 bedroom bunkhouse
38 people maximum 6 bedrooms
Dimensions: 32.8ft width × 65.6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £425 (£425)
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9

Primitive grass campsite (no pets, wild)
6 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 15m width × 15m depth (225m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20)
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Power optional grass campsite (large, no pets)
6 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 20m width × 20m depth (400m²)
Arrival daysFrom £31.30 (£31.30)
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Power optional grass campsite (no pets)
6 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 15m width × 15m depth (225m²)
Arrival daysFrom £31.30 (£31.30)
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Primitive grass campsite (large, no pets)
6 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 20m width × 20m depth (400m²)
Arrival daysFrom £31.30 (£31.30)
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Primitive grass campsite (no pets)
6 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 15m width × 15m depth (225m²)
Arrival daysFrom £31.30 (£31.30)
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Primitive grass RV campsite (no pets)
6 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 30m width × 15m depth (450m²)
Arrival daysFrom £31.30 (£31.30)
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Bell tent (no pets)
5 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 23ft width × 23ft length
Arrival daysFrom £135 (£135)
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Reviews
87% would recommend this site to a friend
82% would stay here again
What customers say
This large, well-kept woodland campground boasts exceptionally spacious sites, perfect for families and groups wanting nature and freedom. Guests rave about plentiful activities, friendly staff, and great value. However, some noted issues with toilet/shower cleanliness and upkeep, with some finding them dated and far from sites. Limited activities for toddlers and occasional noise were also mentioned.
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Beautiful scenery, easy check in with…
Primitive grass campsite
Liked Beautiful scenery, easy check in with friendly staff. Lovely big pitches with loads of room.
Disliked There was noise from other people until late at night. Attitude from lifeguards was really poor when addressing people (not in pool area, so wasn’t a safety thing). Didn’t get chance to use pool as it was too busy.
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We will return, but hope yhe shower blocks are upgraded by next year.
Power optional grass campsite
Liked The open space and freedom. The activities on offer.
Disliked The shower blocks need to be brought up to standard. One has been done and is great. The others need doing too. A big job but the hook ups could be upgraded to a larger breaker. 6 amp on modern caravan isn't alot.
On hot days there should really be 2 lifeguards on the pool to allow more than 20 in at a time.
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Great programme of activities acres of…
Primitive grass campsite (no pets)
Liked Great programme of activities acres of space (and fun).
The pool was a welcome relief from the heat!
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The space for pitch was amazing…
Primitive grass campsite (no pets, wild)
Liked The space for pitch was amazing especially for the price
Disliked Nearest toilet block didn't have a light
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Amazing!
Primitive grass campsite (no pets)
Liked The pitch was massive. Everyone was well spread out and there was minimal noise through the night. The activities on site were exceptional and kept the kids totally occupied. In the heat the outdoor pool was especially welcome.
Disliked Not very much…if i had to be picky, the toilet block by our pitch was very dated, especially when we found a super nice and modern one elsewhere.
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The weather Large pitch Pool tables…
Primitive grass campsite (large, no pets)
Liked The weather
Large pitch
Pool tables
Disliked How hard to find pitch with tiny markers
Bathroom distance
Filthy toilets and showers
30 mins pool slots that you couldn't book for, you just had to queue up.
Place was tired
Activities closed or unavailable
Rude staff
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Plenty of room…
Power optional grass campsite
Liked Plenty of room
Disliked WC & shower facilities didnt look like they had been cleaned for weeks, very scruffy. Dont know how they can charge £66 for a night with those facilities. Far too expensive
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Brilliant place
Primitive grass campsite (large, no pets)
Liked This is a fantastic site, great size pitches. Lots for the kids to do, everything available on site
Disliked Unfortunately due to disrespectful people the toilet were left in a right state for the cleaners to try and keep clean for the massive amount of people on site
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Great pitch size but be conscious of toilet distance it can be vast
Primitive grass campsite (large, no pets)
Liked Pitch size and space
Disliked Distance between pitch and facilities - some distance is crazy infact.
And toilets very basic and not at all clean,
/not a lot of cubicles
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The campsite is a good site…
Power optional grass campsite (large, no pets)
Liked The campsite is a good site .kids have a great time
Disliked Lack of toilet and showers for the size of place ,needs to have a shower, toilet block or even portable cabins on each field . Electric hook up a waste of money £11.50 a night ,could only use fridge and kettle. Wouldn't take my electric grill and bbq not even an air fryer kept tripping off. So had to cook with gas cooker in motorhome
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Baby-changing facilities 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Forest Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearbyType
Very large (over 200 sites)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) Level campground, no steep slopes Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmac Step-free or level accessNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Walesby Forest
Brake Road
Newark
Nottinghamshire
England
NG22 9NG
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.22455°N
0.99979°W
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
Must see
Sherwood Forest Country Park 4.9 km
Mansfield Museum 16.1 km
Bolsover Castle 19.6 km
Hardwick Hall 20.8 km
Hardwick Old Hall 21.5 km
National Trust
Clumber Park 6.5 km
Mr Straw's House 12.6 km
The Workhouse, Southwell 16.5 km
Hardwick Hall 21.5 km
Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 21.5 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Bothamsall - Robin Hood's Cave - Walesby - Bothamsall 3.1 km
THORESBY PARK 3.1 km
The Major Oak and Sherwood Forest 4.9 km
The Major Oak - Sherwood Forest - Edwinstowe 4.9 km
Clumber and Surrounding Forests - Robin Hood Way 6.2 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 Walesby Forest have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Walesby Forest dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Walesby Forest? With its tales of Robin Hood, ancient oaks, country houses and lush leafy landscape, Sherwood Forest has something to keep most sorts content. Clumber Park (15 minutes' drive) has long avenues of … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Walesby Forest?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Please call the duty manager on the number provided if you are running late.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Walesby Forest? From $37.15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.