Poachers Patch
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/-0.6342,53.0745,12,0,0/376x277@2x)
- Peaceful back-to-basics site nine miles from Newark
- Campfire area for guests to share
- Pub serving food 600 yards away
Site type
40
16
16Safety
No charcoal barbecues allowed.- No electric barbecues allowed.
Reception
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Dogs
- 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).
Admission
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Wed, 01 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
3 
Non-electric grass tent pitch (backpacker, small)
2 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 2m width × 2m depth (4m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20)
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- 5
Non-electric grass campervan pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7.5m width × 10m depth (75m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Non-electric grass touring pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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Electric grass tent pitch (backpacker, no cars, small)
2 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 2m width × 2m depth (4m²)
Arrival daysFrom £26 (£26)
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 8m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
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Electric grass campervan pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7.5m width × 10m depth (75m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32 (£32)
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Electric grass touring pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 9m depth (63m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32 (£32)
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Electric grass tent pitch (large)
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 8m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £37 (£37)
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Reviews
96% would recommend this site to a friend
94% would stay here again
What customers say
Quiet, well-kept campsite with big pitches. Owners are friendly and helpful. Toilets/showers always clean. Guests love the peace, nearby pub, and that dogs are welcome. Narrow access lane and one ladies' shower/toilet mentioned, but not a problem when quiet. Good base for exploring, good value.
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Last updated 2026/09/01
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Peaceful Lovely hosts Clean well appointed toilets and…
Non-electric grass campervan pitch
Liked Peaceful
Lovely hosts
Clean well appointed toilets and shower room
Water and bins nearby
Big field where we could walk dogs
Lovely village with fab local pub a short walk from campsite
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Liked Lovely pitch for our first ever moterhome experience
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Lovely quiet site very nice and…
Electric grass touring pitch
Liked Lovely quiet site very nice and helpful owners, immaculately clean
PERFECT FOR A PEACEFUL STAY
Disliked Nothing
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Really nice site nice pub within…
Non-electric grass campervan pitch
Liked Really nice site nice pub within a mile people who run it couldn’t be nicer definitely go back
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very convenient location, just off the A17
Anonymous Non-electric grass touring pitch
Liked peaceful site , very pleasant and helpful owners, immaculate toilet and shower
Disliked nothing, second time of staying
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Our host was lovely very approachable.…
Anonymous Electric grass tent pitch (large)
Liked Our host was lovely very approachable.
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Recommended 😀
Non-electric grass tent pitch (backpacker, small)
Liked Lovely owner and other guests.
Cosy summerhouse with a fridge.
Nice level pitches.
Quiet and peaceful.
Popular pub nearby.
Nice toilets and shower facilities.
Disliked Nothing
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Quiet location, good run for the…
Non-electric grass touring pitch
Liked Quiet location, good run for the dog, very secure.
Pub with fab food just a very short walk away.
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Electric grass tent pitch (large)
Liked Easy access, welcoming staff. Enough facilities for when we visited as not busy. Facilities nice and clean.
Disliked Not a dislike, just a pointer: would like to see waste and dog waste bins on the camping field
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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 yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Tourer storage facilities Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Poachers Patch
High Street
Brant Broughton
Lincolnshire
England
LN5 0SL
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53,0745°N
0,6342°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Food and drink
- Generous Briton Pub 0,4 km
- The George Pub 3,9 km
- White Hart Pub 4,1 km
- The Black Swan Restaurant 4,2 km
- The Hare and Hounds Pub 4,8 km
- Joiners Arms Pub 5 km
- Red Lion Pub 5,9 km
- Green Man Pub 5,9 km
- Waggon and Horses Pub 5,9 km
- Bugle Horn Pub 5,9 km
Groceries
- Spar (Hickson's of Bassingham) 6,2 km
- Lincolnshire Co-op 8,2 km
- Lincolnshire Co-op 8,6 km
Parks and play
- Carlton-Le-Moorland Park 4,4 km
- Caythorpe Playing Field park 6 km
- Frieston Green park 6,6 km
- Wellingore Windmill Field park 7,5 km
- Claypole Community Park 7,9 km
- High Dyke Play Area Playground 8,8 km
- Edgehill Drive Play Area Playground 9,1 km
- The Meadow park 9,5 km
- Collis Close Play Area Playground 9,9 km
Family days out
- Welbourn Castle 5,2 km
- Somerton Castle 6,2 km
- Castle Hill 7,5 km
- JandJ Alpacas Visitor attraction 7,6 km
- Avro Vulcan Visitor attraction 8,7 km
- Newark Showground Visitor attraction 9,1 km
Public transport
- Broughton House College 0,08 km
- Meeting House Lane 0,3 km
- Primary School 0,4 km
- Swan's Lane 0,6 km
- Stragglethorpe Lane 0,6 km
- Council Houses 1,3 km
- Broughton Road 3,1 km
- Sleaford Road 3,7 km
- Village Lane End 3,8 km
- The Pack Horse Inn 3,9 km
What’s nearby
- Greens of Bassingham General shop 6,1 km
- Newark Golf Club Golf course 6,3 km
- RAF Cranwell Golf Course 9,3 km
- Newark Golf Centre Golf course 9,9 km
Local services
- Gulf Fuel station 4 km
- Welbourn Hall Nursing and Residential Home Hospital 5,1 km
- Caythorpe & Ancaster Medical Practice Doctors 5,9 km
- Wellingore Garage Fuel station 7,4 km
- Cliff Villages Medical Practice Doctors 7,7 km
- RAF Cranwell Medical Centre Clinic 9,5 km
Must see
Belton House 14,6 km
Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace 18,8 km
Lincoln Castle 18,9 km
Lincoln Cathedral 18,9 km
Belvoir Castle 22,3 km
National Trust
Grantham House 17,7 km
The Workhouse, Southwell 20,3 km
Tattershall Castle 29,5 km
Woolsthorpe Manor 29,6 km
Clumber Park 35,9 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
CAYTHORPE COURT 7,1 km
Wellingore to Lincoln on the Viking Way 7,2 km
COLEBY HALL 9 km
MARSTON HALL 10,5 km
NEWARK CASTLE GARDENS 11,8 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 Poachers Patch have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Poachers Patch dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Poachers Patch? Hop in the car, for day trips are all around from Poachers Patch. Newark-on-Trent, aka Newark, is nine miles away and since 2015 has been home to the Newark Torc, which can … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Poachers Patch?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Poachers Patch? From R436,44 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.