The Star Inn Caravan Park
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- Peaceful adults-only site two miles from the River Blackwater
- Dengie National Nature Reserve 15 minutes’ drive; Maldon 20 minutes
- Attached to a traditional country pub that serves food and drinks
Site type
Tourist board rating
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The restaurant is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- The bar is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
- The pub kitchen will be closed from Monday 15 September to Wednesday 01 October 2025. The pub will be open, however no food will be available.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
Adults only
4 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 6m width × 10m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom £15 (£15)
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Adults only
4 people maximum
Ground type: Concrete slab
Pitch size: Max 3m width × 10m depth (30m²)
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
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Adults only
4 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 10m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
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Reviews
99% would recommend this site to a friend
97% would stay here again
What customers say
Top spot for adults! Spotless, level pitches (many with water/elec), superb modern loos. The Star Inn next door's a real bonus for food, vibes & tunes. Lovely rural quiet, but a bit out there. Most rave about it and plan to come back!
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Lovely site, clean facilities & staff in pub very friendly
Powered grass caravan site
Liked Lovely grounds, everyone was friendly. The pub was lovely staff very friendly
Recommend to friends Visit again
Everything…
Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
Liked Everything
Disliked Nothing
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Great site next to a good and friendly pub seeing local ales
Powered concrete slab caravan site
Liked Nice flat level good sized pitches on a sizeable and well kept lawn behind the Star Inn.
The facilities were modern and clean.
Disliked Nothing
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Highly recommend!!
Powered grass caravan site
Liked What a great little site! Everything was clean and tidy, toilet blocks were spotless. The Star itself is a wonderful pub and the staff all polite, friendly and helpful!
Would highly recommend!!
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Second Fab visit
Powered grass caravan site
Liked Stayed during the recent storms so very quiet
Brilliant pub new landlady Sian is a breath of fresh air - great pub great atmosphere- food looked amazing.
Disliked Absolutely. Nothing
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Return viditor
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Liked Great site
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Great site friendly relaxing…
Powered concrete slab caravan site
Liked Great site friendly relaxing
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Great place. Great pub…
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Liked Great place. Great pub
Disliked Pub kitchen was closed due to new people taking over
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We have been coming to the site for 10 years. Excellent facilities,
Powered grass caravan site
Liked I like the spacious feeling of the caravan park. Plenty of room
Disliked People not putting the lock back on the gate
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Adults only Walking distance to pub Lovely walk…
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Liked Adults only
Walking distance to pub
Lovely walk to River Blackwater
Very peaceful
Clean facilities
Well maintained pitches
Recommend to friends Visit again
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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 85 cm) Level campground, no steep slopesNearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
The Star Inn Caravan Park
The Street
Steeple
Southminster
Essex
England
CM0 7LF
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.69252°N
0.80173°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 |
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West Mersea | 12.4 km | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | N/A |
Shoebury East | 17.9 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Southend Thorpe Bay | 18.5 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Southend Three Shells | 18.8 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
Shoeburyness | 18.9 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
RHS Garden Hyde Hall 15.9 km
Colchester Zoo 19.1 km
firstsite 23 km
Colchester Castle Museum 23 km
East Anglian Railway Museum 26 km
National Trust
Coggeshall Grange Barn 20.9 km
Paycocke's 21.5 km
Bourne Mill 21.8 km
Flatford: Bridge Cottage 33.2 km
Thorington Hall 33.2 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Burnham-on-Crouch 7 km
Battle of Maldon, 991 7.3 km
Heybridge - Maldon - River Chelmer - River Blackwater 7.8 km
Tollesbury - Thistly Road - Marshes - Shinglehead Point 8 km
Bradwell-on-Sea - Roman Fort - St Peter's Way - Bradwell 9.9 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.
Want to know more about camping in Essex?
Frequently asked questions
- Does The Star Inn Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Star Inn Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Star Inn Caravan Park? The area of tidal mudflats between the estuaries of the Blackwater and Crouch is home to Dengie National Nature Reserve (15 minutes’ drive). Birdwatchers flock to this Site of Special Scientific Interest … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Star Inn Caravan Park?
Camping and caravan Arrive: noon – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Star Inn Caravan Park? From $35.06 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.