
Telford, Shropshire, England
Weir View powered gravel motorhome site
Liked Great views, very peaceful. Quirky shower.
We were happy to make one last return trip before the site closes.
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St Leonards, Dorset, England
Powered concrete and grass caravan site
Liked Back of Beyond is a commendable motorhome campsite that offers a solid experience for touring enthusiasts. While it provides excellent facilities and a convenient location, prospective visitors should be aware that it may not always offer the most tranquil environment. Overall, it comes with a strong recommendation for those seeking a well-equipped base to explore the local area, provided they don't mind a sometimes potentially lively atmosphere.
The pitches at Back of Beyond are generally level and offer reasonable spacing, which is a significant plus for motorhome users. This ensures ease of setup and a comfortable immediate vicinity. However, it's worth noting that despite the spacing, the site can experience noise, particularly from neighbouring pitches, especially during social evenings. This might detract from the experience for those prioritising peace and quiet.
The campsite truly excels in its amenity provision. The shower and toilet facilities are consistently excellent, maintained to a high standard of cleanliness, which is a crucial aspect for any touring site. A well-equipped dishwashing area is also available, adding to the convenience. For motorhome specific needs, the site provides fresh water taps, a dedicated Elsan point for chemical waste, and a waste water dump point, all of which are essential and well-maintained. There is also the option for fully serviced pitches.
Back of Beyond offers a pleasant on-site bar, open from 4 pm to 8 pm, which provides a convenient option for an evening drink. The regular presence of food vans most nights is a fantastic bonus, offering diverse dining choices without needing to leave the site. Wi-Fi is available across the campsite, and for those on the 'Three' network, a strong 4G mobile signal was reported, ensuring connectivity during our stay.
The staff at Back of Beyond are consistently friendly and helpful, contributing positively to the overall guest experience. The site itself is very well-maintained, with a clear effort made to ensure a pleasant environment. The commitment to using electric strimmers for grass cutting is a thoughtful touch, demonstrating an awareness of noise reduction for guests.
Considering the quality of the facilities and the range of amenities on offer, Back of Beyond represents value for money. While not the cheapest option, the investment provides access to well-kept pitches and excellent on-site services.
The campsite's location is a significant advantage for nature lovers and walkers. Hurn Forest is just a short walk away, offering extensive opportunities for exploration. Additionally, the campsite boasts a small, exclusive woodland area for customer use and a picturesque small lake (though it's important to note the lake is not accessible for dogs). This provides immediate natural beauty and recreational options directly from the site.
Back of Beyond is a very good option for motorhomers seeking a well-appointed campsite with excellent facilities and convenient access to local natural attractions. Its pros include clean, well-maintained amenities, friendly staff, and the added convenience of an on-site bar and food vans. However, prospective visitors should be prepared for the possibility of a lively atmosphere, particularly regarding enthusiastic neighbourly revelry. Despite this, its overall offering makes it a recommended choice for a comfortable and enjoyable motorhome holiday in the UK.
Disliked Nothing to particularly dislike.
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From the manager: Thank you for such an extensive review and recommendation. We are so pleased you can see the effort and thought we put into the park to make it so special. Do come again soon.
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England
16-amp fully-serviced gravel and concrete caravan site
Liked Hard standing, reasonably level serviced pitches set in well maintained grounds.
Picturesque fishing lake and additional fish pond up near the shower block.
Clean and functional shower block, slightly dated.
There's a swimming pool on site which looks decent through the window, which is open to the public but not included in the price of your pitch.
Be prepared to part with an extra £5 in order to get a key for the shower block (which they refund when you leave and hand the key back).
Disliked Not too much bother, but strict rules prevent hab doors facing each other, even if the party are fellow travellers.
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Telford, Shropshire, England
Wrekin View powered gravel motorhome site
Liked Peaceful site with stunning views and a warm welcome from Kate who took the time to show us around.
There were power hookup cables already in situ, which made setting up just that little bit easier.
It was a one night stop over for us, but this site has been added to our favourite list.
The unusual shower room is worth a visit!
Disliked Nothing to dislike.
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Worcester, Worcestershire, England
Power optional gravel motorhome site
Liked Decent site, hard standing pitches, well maintained and clean.
Fairly quiet, no noticeable road noise.
The pub serves good food and the staff are friendly.
There's an aviary at the back of the pub for added interest.
Disliked The approach to the pitches is steep but manageable.
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Whitchurch, Cheshire, England
Powered concrete and grass caravan site
Liked Small site with just a handful of pitches. Very clean and modern facilities, secure location. Peaceful environment.
A welcome oasis on our travels as always. Highly recommended.
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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Gatehouse of Fleet, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
Powered concrete slab caravan site
Liked Hard standing pitches are level and have a decent width to them affording reasonable privacy from adjacent units. There is reliable power hookup and fresh water on tap at the serviced pitches. The shower block is superb and kept immaculately clean by the hard working staff. The surrounding area has some great views a short walk away, and the town is walking distance for shops and cafés. The staff on site were friendly and super helpful.
Disliked The only minor irritation is that the roadway tracking around the site is narrow, and the pitches are fairly short, resulting in a narrow gap of about 2.5 metrees between the opposing pitches.
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Whitchurch, Cheshire, England
Powered concrete and grass caravan site
Liked A warm welcome from the owner. Located near a farm, this is a quiet and peaceful site with excellent hard standing, level pitches and modern facilities. It was just what we needed to unwind after a previous somewhat lively site and a long hot drive.
Our visit was a one night stop over on our way home, but the site is on our list to revisit.
Disliked Nothing to dislike.
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Brecon, Powys, Wales
Powered concrete and grass caravan site
Liked Decent pitches for motorhomes, plenty of space between you and your neighbours.
Plenty of local walks directly accessable from the site. The Afon Tarell flows through back of the site, with foot bridges over. The views are amazing.
Free WiFi onsite, free showers and portabin style toilets in small block next to the washing up area.
The showers and toilets are looking a little old and tired but are perfectly serviceable.
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Llanfachraeth, Anglesey, Wales
Fully-serviced gravel caravan site
Liked Excellent fully serviced pitch. Everything is new here. Surrounded by farmland the site is clean and well maintained. Some not too hazardous roads leading to a quiet beach a couple of miles away. Site owner is friendly and helpful.
Disliked Bring screening for privacy as the shrubs have some growing to do.
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