
Stowmarket, Suffolk, England
Carriage One 2 bedroom camping pod (four person)
Liked Such a quirky site- we loved the train accomodation: it was really cosy, clean and comfortable. We knew our train didn't have any equipment and brought everything with us; there are others that do have a higher spec if that suits you more.
The bonus of the private swimming pool a short drive away was amazing (we only knew about it from reading someone else's review here).
Really peaceful location with lovely local countryside, and walks plus lots to do in easy drives to other areas. We're already planning when we'll be back- it was brilliant value.
Disliked A bit more communication would have been useful- our next door train neighbours had a folder with local info and instructions but ours didn't. Questiosn were answered by text when we contacted but it feels awkward keeping asking.
While the double bed was super comfy, the bunk beds will only suit younger children- our 11 and 14 year olds were quite squished. Next time we come we'll choose the Italian carriage; it seems to have bigger beds. The listing making this clearer would have been good.
There was no wifi- or if there was, we had no code (again, perhaps this was just not communicated to us).
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Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked The site is in an absolutely stunning location and we loved the woodland walk, coastal path (highly recommend making the effort for this- breathtaking!) and the beach too of course.
The children loved the mad (1980s ) playground and epic climbing/swing tree
The Clubhouse/ bar was great- food served there was really good and staff were lovely.
The shop was handy but often waiting for deliveries so don't rely fully on it.
Swimming pool on site was nice but little so it was good for a one time activity.
Disliked We arrived on a Saturday and it was overwhelmingly busy and tricky to find a pitch, really noisy and quite messy with a lot of litter and the bathrooms not keeping up with demand. However, over the coming days it emptied considerably and we could appreciate the site much more.
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Wokingham, Berkshire, England
2 bedroom cabin
Liked Stunning surroundings, great quality accomodation (much nicer than expected!). Really clean, spacious, comfortable and well equipped. Great kitchen, even includes a freezer which wasn't on the listing. Our cabin had a terrace and outside seating.
Peaceful site, great location; our adventurous nature loving kids loved the space and freedom plus the amazing playground across the lake. We didn't want to leave!
Disliked We had a couple of issues at check in. Despite booking confirmation etc, they weirdly weren't expecting us so didn't have a key ready in the out of hours box- it was a Sunday. Then the key didn't work in the cabin so it was quite slow getting in.
Service was a bit slow in reception/shop as it was often locked when it was advertised as open.
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Lichfield, Staffordshire, England
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Beautiful location, clean, well kept site. Level, neat tent pitch area. Very reasonably priced. Good showers and other facilities. Easy walking access to local pub and short drive Lichfield. Ample parking
Disliked Site was quite noisy with lots of late night and early morning caravan and car comings and goings. Communication and information was quite poor. As tent campers we felt sidelined on a clearly predominantly boat/ caravan site. Shop/reception was shut/unmanned at several times throughout the day during its advertised opening hours.
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Seale, Surrey, England
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked We loved the off-grid, utter wilderness feel despite it being close to amenities, with great footpaths to pubs etc. The children LOVED the pine forest- better than any play area, they said.
Forest shower was dreamy! Compost toilets were the least stinky we've experienced and everything was really clean and well maintained
Disliked Only the occasional stinging nettle in the grass near pitches
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New Quay, Ceredigion, Wales
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked The views, the smart showers, the pool, the freedom of the sight and the amazing walk into New Quay.
Disliked Trying to get hold of the proprietor to access the pool- catch him when you do see him as we struggled and wasted a morning of the trip. He's lovely when you do though!
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