Lyndon Top

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Peaceful views over the water
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  • Peaceful, well-kept 112-acre site on the south shore of Rutland Water
  • A 10-minute drive from Oakham and Uppingham; golf club next door
  • Direct access to the walking/bike path around the lake's edge
You may have visited Rutland Water before, but have you ever spent the night right there on its banks? Well, here’s your chance to do just that, because Lyndon Top is spread out over a peaceful 112 acres on the southern shore, with stunning views over the water. And while those views are wonderful, there’s a fair amount more to see around the lake’s shores – so it’s handy that you can set straight out from the site for walks or bike rides on the path that runs all the way around the edge (22 miles in total). On top of that, there’s plenty of choice for other outdoorsy activities, including fly fishing, birdwatching, golf, canoeing and windsurfing (along with boat cruises and lakeside dining if you’re after minimal activity). Think a barbecue at your pitch might be more your kind of thing? Top plan. Barbecues are allowed at Lyndon Top, and you can pick up whatever supplies you need in Oakham or Uppingham (both 10 minutes’ drive), or while out in Stamford (15 minutes). Back at base, it’s a peaceful setup that welcomes families, couples and solo campers (and dogs, if you’d like to bring them) to spacious pitches in a tree-lined field. Handy facilities include picnic tables and a chemical disposal point, along with a very smart and well-equipped modern amenities block that houses stylish toilets and showers, a washing-up area, a family bathroom and accessible facilities, Lyndon Top is not the place for a party of any sort, so the site doesn’t accept bookings from single-sex groups or other non-family groups.

Site type

Travel trailer sites 634
RV sites 634
Tent sites 634
Open now
Opens June 27
Please note

Vehicles

  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Occupancy

  • Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Safety

  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Dogs

  • 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).

General

  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.

Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 8 kWh of electricity is included per day. Additional usage is metered on site at £0.40 per kWh and must be paid onsite via debit/credit card via the QR code/website link provided.

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English

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99% would recommend this site to a friend

99% would stay here again

What customers say

This spacious, modern campsite boasts stunning Rutland Water views. Guests rave about the spotless, hotel-quality washrooms. Well-kept with generous pitch spacing, it's ideal for walks, cycling, or a quiet getaway. Friendly staff are a highlight. A few minor points: some sinks lack cold water, and more shower hooks would be welcome.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Only stopped one ngt but definitely return for a longer stay . . .

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Primitive grass campsite

Liked Veiws over the water and the quietness . . Immaculate kept site . . Welcoming staff on arrival . .

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Amazing campsite will definitely visit again.

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Pat B. 17 reviews

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Absolutely everything. Fabulous weekend break!

Disliked Nothing at all

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The toilet and shower room were…

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RAD2J 1 review

Primitive grass campsite

Liked The toilet and shower room were spotless at all times, both day and night. The people at reception were very friendly and helpful. The site was also regularly checked to ensure everyone’s safety. Overall, a very clean, friendly, and well-maintained place.

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Beautiful location and views around a…

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Powered grass campsite

Liked Beautiful location and views around a lake with walks, cycling and unwinding.
Outstanding customer service and value for money.
Facilities are looked after and have exceptional showers, toilets and water stations.
Will definitely be back

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Amazing

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Primitive grass campsite

Liked Perfect as usual

Disliked Nothing . It's amazing. Thanks to all the staff.

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We booked last minute as the…

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Powered grass campsite

Liked We booked last minute as the weather was beautiful for October, what a stunning location. Right on check in was impressed, fabulous greeting and our pitch over Rutland lake. Plenty of walks straight off the site. We took a walk to nomanton church, and enjoyed amazing sunsets over the lake.
The bathrooms were hands form thr best we’ve ever been too. Great easing up facilities, perfect size pitches.
We look forward to returning again, Rutland is stunning snd the site is spectacular
WiFi is a bit hit and miss but that never bothers us as that isn’t a priority for us, and most sites we’ve been too have similar connections. Always a pleasure to slow life down, enjoy outside for what it offers.

Disliked Nothing

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It’s a brand new site and…

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Primitive grass campsite

Liked It’s a brand new site and the facilities make you feel like you’re staying in a hotel. We will be returning back in spring. I just hope other customers look after it because if they don’t it will really let down the place.

Disliked The hooks behind the bathroom doors are stuck on and I think over time won’t be able to hold dry robes or anything of such weight.

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Great view, very neat and tidy.…

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Keith C. 1 review

Powered grass campsite

Liked Great view, very neat and tidy. Very helpful staff, superb washroom facilities.

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Amazing, toilet block…

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Powered grass campsite

Liked Amazing, toilet block

Recommend to friends Visit again

Staff very very helpful

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Powered grass campsite

Liked Lovely views, good open spaces.
Fancy toilet block

Disliked The toilet block was a long way from our pitch and although it was lovely it did not seem very practical for camping.
There needed to be blinds on the toilet block windows as you could see the urinals from outside.

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Features

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

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild camping 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

Very large (over 200 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Lyndon Top

Manton Road

Rutland Water

Rutland

England

LE15 8RN

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.63746°N
0.67569°W

Route directions

From the C8326, look out for a lane signed Nature Reserve & Lyndon Top (black sign). The site is then immediately on the right-hand side.

Nearest transport

Coach
13.2 km Bus Station
16 km Church View
16.6 km Elizabeth Street
Rail
5.5 km Oakham Rail Station
13.3 km Stamford Rail Station
16.6 km Corby Rail Station

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 area immediately around Rutland Water is a real playground for those who love outdoor activities. Rutland Water Golf Club is pretty much next door, and good access to the lakeside trail means you can easily get out to cycle around the entire perimeter or take a walk to Normanton church (an hour’s walk), set on a little spur in the lake. Fishing (for trout and pike) and birdwatching are available in several spots around the lake, while up on the north shore you can play miniature golf, hire watersports kit or bounce across the inflatables at Rutland Aqua Park (15 minutes’ drive). When it’s time for a rest, head to the sandy beach area (10 minutes) or take a cruise across the water (15 minutes). Away from the lake, you may like to stroll among the blooms at Barnsdale Gardens (15 minutes), see the vintage trains at Rocks By Rail Living Ironstone Museum (15 minutes) or step inside some grand buildings with trips to Rockingham Castle (20 minutes) and Burghley House (25 minutes).
(within 10 km)
Castle, Aquarium, Theme park, Zoo and Cashpoint (within 16.1 km)

Food and drink

  • The View Restaurant 0.4 km
  • The Horse and Jockey Pub 1.9 km
  • Hambleton Hall Restaurant 2.3 km
  • The Kings Arms Pub 2.4 km
  • The Finch's Arms Pub 2.4 km
  • Wheatsheaf Inn Pub 3.1 km
  • Waterside Café Restaurant 3.4 km
  • The Fox Pub 4.1 km
  • The Noel At Whitwell Pub 4.6 km
  • The Old Pheasant Inn Pub 4.8 km

Groceries

  • Oakham Wines Off-licence 5 km
  • Tesco Supermarket 5.1 km
  • Bens Wine Shop Off-licence 5.2 km
  • The Co-operative Food Supermarket 5.4 km
  • The Co-operative Food Supermarket 5.4 km
  • Lidl Supermarket 5.9 km
  • Co-op Food Supermarket 6.2 km
  • Aldi Supermarket 6.5 km

Parks and play

  • Hamilton Arboretum 3.7 km
  • Barnsdale Hotel & Country Club 3.9 km
  • Oakham Castle 5.1 km
  • Cutts Close Park 5.2 km
  • Burley Park 5.3 km
  • Pond Close 5.5 km
  • Royce Recreation Ground 5.7 km
  • Centenary Field 5.8 km
  • Exton Park 6.6 km
  • multisports pitch 8.5 km

Family days out

  • Gunthorpe Hall Castle 2.8 km
  • Jack's Wee Wee Bush Visitor attraction 3.3 km
  • Rutland Falconry & Owl Centre Zoo 5 km
  • Oakham Castle 5.1 km
  • Rutland Falconry And Owl Centre Visitor attraction 5.3 km
  • Mini Monsters Theme park 5.4 km
  • Exton Hall Castle 6.6 km
  • Rockingham Castle 14.2 km
  • Burghley House Castle 15.1 km
  • Adrenaline Alley Theme park 15.3 km
  • Apethorpe Palace Castle 16 km

Public transport

  • Bus Station 5.2 km
  • High Street 8.4 km
  • Village Shop 8.4 km
  • Northwich Arms 8.5 km
  • Chater Lodge 8.6 km
  • The Crescent 8.8 km
  • The Bungalow 10 km

Other nearby

  • Rutland Water Golf Course 1.3 km
  • Rutland Water 1.4 km
  • Pitch and Putt 3.8 km
  • Luffenham Heath Golf Club 6.8 km
  • Greetham Valley Golf Course 9.6 km

Local services

  • Cashzone Cashpoint 6.4 km
  • Lloyds Bank Cashpoint 13.4 km
  • Rutland Osteopaths Clinic 5 km
  • Boots Pharmacy 5 km
  • The Rutland Physiotheraphy Clinic 5 km
  • Rutland late night pharmacy 5.2 km
  • Rutland Late Night;Age UK Pharmacy 5.2 km
  • The Co-operative Fuel station 5.2 km
  • Essar Fuel station 5.3 km
  • Esso Fuel station 5.4 km
  • JET Fuel station 5.6 km
  • Oakham Medical Practice Doctors 5.6 km

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Must see

Barnsdale Gardens 5.5 km

Rockingham Castle 14.4 km

Burghley House 15.1 km

Woolsthorpe Manor 19.4 km

Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe 20.1 km

National Trust

Woolsthorpe Manor 19.2 km

Lyveden New Bield 21.7 km

Grantham House 31 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Lyndon Hill- Edith Weston - Lyndon 0.4 km

Manton - Brooke - Gunthorpe 2 km

Hambleton Peninsula 2 km

Wing Maze & Rutland Water 2.3 km

North and South Luffenham 4.2 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 Lyndon Top have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Lyndon Top dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Lyndon Top? The area immediately around Rutland Water is a real playground for those who love outdoor activities. Rutland Water Golf Club is pretty much next door, and good access to the lakeside trail … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Lyndon Top?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    If you have booked a non-electric pitch, you can arrive from 9am and departure is by 6pm.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Lyndon Top? From $47.12 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.