Copper Fox Camping

View prices & book 8.9 66 reviews
Picnic tables and firepits
New
Lovely wildlife
Lake view
Lake bar

  • Quiet Nottinghamshire site overlooking a network of peaceful lakes
  • A 15-minute drive/20-minute bus ride from Nottingham city centre
  • Fishing on site; a short walk to Holme Pierrepont watersports centre
Wildlife and watersports in one location? If that sounds like a wonderful mix, nip off to Nottinghamshire and a stay at Copper Fox Camping. This welcoming site is a mere 15 minutes’ drive from central Nottingham – not that you’ll notice the city’s proximity when you’ve settled into one of these peaceful pitches. As the name suggests, this site is centred around its lakes, which provide an attractive backdrop to the pitches as well as the two largest being well stocked with carp, perch, chub and roach for anglers. Day tickets and night fishing sessions are bookable on site. Alternatively, of course, you could simply admire the watery views from your pitch, perhaps grabbing a couple of drinks or getting your barbecue going to provide sustenance while you soak up this serene atmosphere. This is a popular spot for wildlife too, with the Skylarks Nature Reserve next door being a good place to wander along the trails to see what you can see. From here it’s also just a few minutes’ walk to the National Water Sports Centre and Holme Pierrepont Country Park, where you can try out whitewater rafting, paddleboarding and kayaking or hit the treetop trails, adventure playground and miniature golf in the Outdoor Adventure Zone. Walks along the banks of the River Trent are also very close by, or you can stroll to the village of Radcliffe on Trent in about half an hour for food and drinks in one of its excellent pubs.

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 5
Motorhome pitches 5
Tent pitches 25
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Facilities/activities including fishing are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
  • There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • For licensing reasons, you must be a member to stay at this campsite. After booking, you will be granted free membership of this campsite's exempt organisation, who may contact you to finalise registration.

Languages spoken

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92% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

Lovely, peaceful spot by the lake, great for wildlife and views. Good value, dog-friendly too. Basic facilities for now, with new ones coming. Perfect for short, natural breaks.

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The toilets were great, staff was…

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Liked The toilets were great, staff was friendly and conversational. The water is an incredible feature being able to paddleboard and swim.
Will definitely be back !

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Nice quiet site, good to…

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Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Nice quiet site, good to see toilets are open, hopefully next time showers will be ready too

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely lakeside stay

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Liked Lovely spot on side of lake, very pretty and peaceful. Next to nature reserve where I enjoyed walking, many kinds of waterbirds on lake. Lake was perfect for paddleboard and cooling dips. Very enjoyable stay.
Had difficulty finding the site( sat.nav
not to be trusted) but Sally and family were very helpful and friendly and soon sorted me out. Facilities basic, as clearly stated, though there is now a new, very clean, flushing toilet and showers will be ready soon n

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Basic and beautiful

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Emma D. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Peace
Space
Little seats and tables that were provided
The beautiful lake for swimming
Friendliness of the owners
Great value for money

Disliked Limited access to water
Limited toilets (but perfectly functional and clean

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Marmite site for no frills camping

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Anonymous

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Liked Back to basics in a peaceful location with water, fishing and walks. Nottingham a short bus/taxi/car ride away. Cheap.

Disliked Very basic with portaloo and single tap (though it looked like a shower block was being installed). Narrow access road shared with wedding venue can get crowded

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All great we happy

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Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Awesome spot by the lake for camping, great vibe, nature, and super quiet, perfect for campfires and BBQs, and dogs are welcome,great walking paths.They have new showers and toilet facilities. We will come back

Disliked There was only one toilet on site and it wasn't pleasant to use it. The new ones were already out in place and were much nicer, but one was open the next day. The owner was great and apologized

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Second visit and will be back again

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Love this site - second time we've visited, and will definitely be back again. Was a problem with one of the portaloos the first night, but all ok for the second, and it'll be great when the new shower/loo block is open.

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Ideal for a quick getaway!

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Anonymous

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Liked Peaceful, beautiful walks

Disliked Nothing

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Beautiful views and sunsets Lovely field…

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Liked Beautiful views and sunsets

Lovely field for very basic camping

So much around to see and do

Disliked The portaloo wasn’t great HOWEVER the brand new toilets look beautiful just wasn’t open when we stayed

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How big and open and great…

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Liked How big and open and great value for money

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Features

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Copper Fox Camping

Adbolton Lane

Holme Pierrepont

Nottingham

Nottinghamshire

England

NG12 2PW

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.94282°N
1.06809°W

Route directions

Please note: you cannot turn left off the A52 (going towards Grantham) onto Sandy Lane. Access is via Adbolton Lane only.

Nearest transport

Coach
5.4 km Broad Marsh Bus Station
5.4 km Broad Marsh Bus Station
5.7 km Victoria Bus Station
Rail
2.2 km Radcliffe (Notts) Rail Station
2.2 km Netherfield Rail Station
2.6 km Carlton Rail Station
Airport
21.8 km East Midlands 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

Copper Fox Camping is a great location for a break that mixes up countryside and city – as well as fishing on site and outdoor activities at Holme Pierrepont Country Park you may like to play a round at Radcliffe-on-Trent Golf Club (10 minutes’ drive) or take a vineyard tour at Wolds Wine Estate (20 minutes). There are several grand buildings dotted around too, including Wollaton Hall, Gardens and Deer Park (25 minutes) and Belvoir Castle (half an hour), plus family attractions like Floralands Farm Park (half an hour). Sports fans may also like to see if they can catch some actions at Nottingham Forest’s City Ground or the Trent Bridge Cricket Ground (both 10 minutes). For some city time, board one of the regular bus services to Nottingham to see the castle, the National Justice Museum and Nottingham Industrial Museum. Also don’t miss the chance to go beneath the city’s streets at City of Caves, a surprisingly large network that’s been in use since Anglo-Saxon times.

Must see

The Lace Market Centre 5.2 km

Nottingham Castle 5.8 km

Wollaton Hall and Park 9.6 km

Belvoir Castle 19.9 km

Castle Donington Museum 21.4 km

National Trust

The Workhouse, Southwell 17.7 km

Grantham House 28.8 km

Hardwick Hall 29.8 km

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 29.8 km

Staunton Harold Church 30.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

HOLME PIERREPONT HALL 0.4 km

MEMORIAL GARDENS, NOTTINGHAM 4.9 km

HUNGER HILL GARDENS, STONEPIT COPPICE GARDENS AND GORSEYCLOSE GARDENS 5.3 km

Old Market Square Nottingham - Wollaton Hall - Nottingham 5.6 km

NOTTINGHAM ARBORETUM 6.2 km

Local events

  • Bloodstock Open Air (Thursday 6 August 2026 – Thursday 6 August 2026)

    Swadlincote, England 48.1 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 Copper Fox Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Copper Fox Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Copper Fox Camping? Copper Fox Camping is a great location for a break that mixes up countryside and city – as well as fishing on site and outdoor activities at Holme Pierrepont Country Park you … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Copper Fox Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  14:00 –  19:00
    Depart by:  11:00
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Copper Fox Camping? From €23.45 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.