The Blacksmiths Arms
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- In the grounds of a country pub in the village of Alvington
- Easy access just off the A48 main road
- A 10-minute drive from the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley
Site type
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The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- The pub is open Wednesday to Thursday 6.30pm - 11pm, Friday 12pm -2:30pm and 6:30 - 11pm, Saturday 12pm - 11pm and Sunday 12pm - 7pm.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 8 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass pitch
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
5 people maximum Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £27 (£27) 1 night, 2 adults
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Showmans wagon gypsy caravan
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed
Arrival daysFrom £85 (£85) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 87% of visitors View breakdown
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Great site
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked: Everything! The site was lovely, and very quiet. Staff where helpful. Check in was very easy, and we could choose our own pitch. Toilet/shower facilities where basic, but clean and more than adequate. Well worth the money, and we'd definately stay again.
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Has great potential but overpriced .
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Non-electric grass pitch
Liked: Good pitch size, peaceful location . Nice pub.
Disliked: The facilities for the site very basic and not maintained or stocked regularly. Gents toilet especially not secured to the floor as the securing screws rusted through and snapped. No pot washing up facilities. Grey and chemical waste there but again the very basics and again not looked after. Gave a couldn't care less attitude to the campers. Overpriced especially as they also want you to spend in the pub.
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Was quiet. Pub was nice but never opened when it said it…
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Liked: Was quiet. Pub was nice but never opened when it said it was supposed to be. I.E. Saturday said 12-11pm. Did not open until 5pm so had to go elsewhere for food. However the people were lovely and it was a good stay
Disliked: Showers didn't work. Toilets basic and no Internet
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Very friendly atmosphere, lovely little site for a quiet weekend…
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Non-electric grass pitch
Liked: Very friendly atmosphere, lovely little site for a quiet weekend
Disliked: No washing up facilities
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked: Amazing customer service and the food was exquisite
Disliked: No WiFi but did say was a temporary problem
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Everything about our experience was amazing
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Liked: A lovely place to stay. Pitches nice and large. Not at all cramped. Everyone so kind and helpful. My car actually went flat and the chef Nigel did not hesitate to immediately come and start it. Nothing is too much trouble. Very welcoming.
Disliked: Nothing
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Our pitch was nice and level and Plenty of room for caravan and car
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Liked: Loved it. Peaceful and good pitches. The chef had taken over the running of the pub and camping. Very very polite friendly and helpful. The food was really good and reasonable priced. In fact everyone was very accommodating. The shower block was a little tired but clean. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Disliked: N/A
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The site was very private and very quiet. Booking in was easy…
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Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked: The site was very private and very quiet. Booking in was easy and the lady very friendly. Level pitch. Wild rabbits were running around the site.
Disliked: There is no WiFi signal on site at all. The toilet block was very basic, the doors didn't lock in ladies toilets and it wasn't very clean. Very loud music coming from a neighbour.
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Great Pitch on a fairly small campsite, with a nice feel and…
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Liked: Great Pitch on a fairly small campsite, with a nice feel and good location for access to the forest of dean and wye valley as well as good local walks. We had a superb Sunday roast at the Blacksmiths Arms, the pub landlords and locals were really friendly and helpful.
Disliked: The toilet shower block is quite small and basic but ok for the size of the campsite
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Lovely sized pitches. Clean facilities and lovely welcoming hosts. Food in pub…
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Non-electric grass pitch
Liked: Lovely sized pitches. Clean facilities and lovely welcoming hosts. Food in pub was delicious!
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Features
Dogs allowed
Adults only
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Off licence Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Peaceful Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Pub campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourersLocation
The Blacksmiths Arms
Main Road
Alvington
Lydney
Gloucestershire
England
GL15 6AU
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.70418°N
-2.57745°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Clevedon Beach | 35.7 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Weston-Super-Mare Sand Bay | 46.4 km | Estuary | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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Berkeley Castle 8.5 km
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WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre 12.6 km
Caldicot Castle & Country Park 15.3 km
Goodrich Castle 18.7 km
National Trust
The Kymin 14 km
Westbury Court Garden 17.4 km
Newark Park 19.7 km
Woodchester Park 20.7 km
Blaise Hamlet 22.3 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Clanna Wood - The Gloucestershire Way - Clanna Wood 2.3 km
B4228 - Oakhill Wood - B4228 - East Wood - B4228 3.7 km
Lydney - Harbour Road - Naas Lane - Lydney 4.3 km
Tidenham Chase - Poors Allotment - Jubilee Stone - Tidenham 4.5 km
Tidenham Chase - Devils Pulpit - Offa's Dyke - Tidenham Chase 4.6 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 The Blacksmiths Arms have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Blacksmiths Arms dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Blacksmiths Arms? Active times await… if you’re up for a stroll or few, take your boots over to the Offa’s Dyke Path (10 minutes’ drive) for views over both England and Wales at the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Blacksmiths Arms?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: noon – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Blacksmiths Arms? From €23.85 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.