Cottington Lakes
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- Peaceful pitches 10 minutes’ drive from Deal in Kent countryside
- Sandwich Bay 15 minutes’ drive; Howletts Wild Animal Park 25 minutes
- On-site café; lakeside dog-walking routes; fishing (additional fee)
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- 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).
- Facilities/activities including fishing are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- The restaurant is open between 02/01 and 30/12.
- Bookings must not be for more than 30 consecutive nights.
- Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
North field non-electric grass pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 5m width × 5m depth (25m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20)
View prices & bookSouth field non-electric grass pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20)
View prices & bookNorth field electric hardstanding and grass pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Min 5m width × 5m depth (25m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
View prices & bookSouth field electric grass pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Reviews
85% would recommend this site to a friend
81% would stay here again
What customers say
Quiet spot by fishing lakes. Clean, tidy, helpful staff. Spacious pitches, good cafe. Near Deal/Dover. Basic but good value. Showers/toilets can be tight in peak season. Lake access for fishermen only.
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Lovely stopover close to le shuttle. £25 why, showers and a cafe.
North field electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Lakes, peaceful, price beautiful setting.
Disliked Nothing
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We'll choose another camping next time
North field non-electric grass pitch
Liked we could choose our own pitch, and there was plenty of space
Disliked When we arrived in the afternoon around 5pm, the reception was closed. There was a phone number posted, but it only went to voicemail. The entrance barrier was shut, so we couldn’t drive onto the site. Two other families faced the same issue.
Fortunately, a neighbour had a different phone number that was answered, and we were able to get the barrier code.
The site had just one toilet, one shower, and two washbasin (at the male side). These facilities were old and not particularly clean.
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Nice simple campingsite. Very clean facilities…
North field non-electric grass pitch
Liked Nice simple campingsite. Very clean facilities
Disliked Nothing
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Lovely, quiet, nice calm atmosphere
North field electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Dog friendly
Lovely café
Shower was great
Clean toilets
Disliked Somewhat underwhelmed by the lake area- more for fishermen
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Amazing place with beautiful lakes and helpful staff…
North field non-electric grass pitch
Liked Amazing place with beautiful lakes and helpful staff
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great site
North field non-electric grass pitch
Liked liked how peaceful it felt, great location and helpful staff. Lots of space
Disliked Long que for the shower as only 1 per gender,
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Absolut zu empfehlen
North field non-electric grass pitch
Liked Sehr angenehme Menschen vor Ort. Freundlich und Hilfsbereit. Gute Sanitäranlagen. Café super gut.
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Lovely for a short stay
North field electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Setting of the site, lovely clean facilities, nice flat pitches
Disliked Washing up water could have been hotter
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Hat sehr viel Potential, wenn man ein bisschen investiert und pflegt.
South field non-electric grass pitch
Liked Nettes Personal, sehr schöne Standplätze in toller Natur!
Disliked Nur eine Dusche und Toilette für Männer und nur eine Dusche und Toilette für Frauen. Sehr alte sanitäre Anlagen, Duschen sehr eng! Müllplatz - ziemliche Sauerei.
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Great site. Recommended.
North field electric hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Really nice site set among several pretty fishing lakes. Good family atmosphere. Nice cafe onsite. Showers and toilets basic but clean. Staff friendly. Walking distance to Deal.
Disliked We were there for three days and for the duration there was a big pile of bottles next to the bins. It’s a shame as the site was perfect otherwise.
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Features
Dogs allowed
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 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery 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
Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Pitch close to accessible bathroomsNearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Cottington Lakes
Sandwich Road
Sholden
Deal
Kent
England
CT14 0AR
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.22804°N
1.37374°E
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deal Castle | 2.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Sandwich Bay | 6.1 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
St Margaret`S Bay | 8.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Ramsgate Western Undercliffe | 11.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
Ramsgate Sands | 12.1 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Deal Castle 2.1 km
Walmer Castle and Gardens 3.6 km
South Foreland Lighthouse 9.8 km
White Cliffs of Dover 10.9 km
Dover Castle 11.7 km
National Trust
South Foreland Lighthouse 9.8 km
The White Cliffs of Dover 11 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
NORTHBOURNE COURT 1.9 km
WALMER CASTLE 3.6 km
Sandwich - White Cliff Country Trail - Sandwich 5.1 km
THE SALUTATION 5.4 km
WALDERSHARE PARK 8.6 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Cottington Lakes have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Cottington Lakes dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Cottington Lakes? Local attractions and activities include: - Deal (beach and pier): 10 minutes’ drive - Sandwich (medieval streets, indie cafés): 10 minutes - Sandwich Bay (sandy beach): 15 minutes - Walmer Castle and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Cottington Lakes?
Camping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Cottington Lakes? From €23.11 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.