Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping

View prices & book 9.3 66 reviews
Camping field overlooking the lake
Camping field overlooking the lake
Caravan pitch
Camping field sheltered by trees
Grass pitches
Caravans on site
Caravans on the pitches
Camping field
Spacious area
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Caravan pitch
Camping field sheltered by trees
Grass pitches

  • Tourer site 20 minutes’ drive from Newark-on-Trent in Nottinghamshire
  • Lincoln and Retford 25 minutes’ drive; Sherwood Forest 35 minutes
  • Dog-friendly pitches; all-year coarse fishing; pub five minutes’ walk
Set in 27 acres of Nottinghamshire countryside 20 minutes’ drive from the market town of Newark-on-Trent, Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping is a laid-back stop for touring caravans, with spacious pitches on grass meadows sheltered by trees. Of course, the major pull here is the well-stocked, four-acre coarse fishing lake, where you can fish for roach, bream, tench and carp up to 16lb, but the non-fishing folk among you will still find plenty to keep you busy on site. Grab the chance to follow all the wildlife walks (great exercise for any canines holidaying with you), where you can keep an eye out for wild rabbits and take binoculars to spot birds of prey circling above. If you’re looking for on-site entertainment and a swimming pool, this is not the place for you. Simple on-field amenities stretch to a small toilet block and washing-up facilities, and the vibe is one of peace and calm. Should you want to live it large while staying here, there’s a pub in Marnham village (five minutes’ walk), and you can get your fill of bars and restaurants in buzzy Newark and Retford (25 minutes’ drive).

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 10
Tent pitches 10
Motorhome pitches 10
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

Tent pitchesTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome pitchesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsCaravans for hireRent a tent
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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 66 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

95% would recommend this site to a friend

92% would stay here again

What customers say

This quiet, roomy spot gets thumbs up for friendly staff, spick-and-span facilities, and a cracking location. Guests loved the big pitches, decent fishing, and the on-site 'Bus Bar'. A few noted an odd whiff from a factory nearby and wished for more loos and showers during peak times. Site's getting a spruce-up and is a top spot for chilling out.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 2026/06/03

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Arrival date (latest first)

Everything. Clean regularly.…

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 Gail G. 1 review

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Everything. Clean regularly.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely stay, missing a fair few amenities to have a 9.1 rating

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Anonymous

Electric hardstanding pitch

Liked Lots of space
Welcoming staff

Disliked Cleanliness of toilets and shower
Women smoking inside showers

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Clean sight, lovely lake and scenery,…

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Angela H. 1 review

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Clean sight, lovely lake and scenery, staff and visitors were all lovely people and respectful. Have no faults with our stay at all, Infact we are making this sight a regular go to fishing breakaway. Definitely recommend it.

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Lovely frendly site and clean…

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steven f. 1 review

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Lovely frendly site and clean the bus bar was great with a great choice of beers and drinks lovely level pitches with good electric hook up credit to the team fishing was spot up lovely fishing pegs with good quality swims fish hit hard be prepared also great for new angler plenty of silver fish on all pegs using maggot . most carp baits work for the carp but they hit hard lovely area for exploying well impressed with site

Disliked Couldert fine any

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely, peaceful site.

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Sue H. 6 reviews

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Lovely, peaceful site. Site manager pleasant and friendly. Enjoyed an evening stroll around the lake. Good food at the local pub about a mile down the road.

Disliked The only negative was at times, depending which way the wind was blowing, there was an unpleasant smell from a nearby factory.

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Peaceful setting... Perfect hosts .. factities great…

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Anonymous

Camping pod

Liked Peaceful setting...
Perfect hosts .. factities great
Just a wonderful place

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything was brilliant including the weather.…

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lisa c. 6 reviews

Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Everything was brilliant including the weather. Lovely wardens, clean toilet & shower block. Plenty of room for kids to play. Fishing & Bus Bar and added bonus. Will definitely be back.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very relaxing stay

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Rebecca W. 7 reviews

Electric hardstanding pitch

Liked Spacious pitches peaceful location well kept and tidy site
Fishing was good hubby caught a few
Owners very friendly and helpful

Disliked Wasn't a problem while we were there as not many people on site but no large bins may be a problem when the sites full also not many toilets for a full site

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Clean shower block, site kept nice and clean

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Kerry J. 3 reviews

Electric hardstanding pitch

Liked Had a brilliant weekend, hard standing right infront of our fishing peg, stayed an extra night with no trouble, staff very friendly, very clean site, would definitely go again

Disliked Nothing to dislike about marnham

Recommend to friends Visit again

10/10 lovely site … booked our 3rd visit already

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Shaun S. 2 reviews

Electric hardstanding pitch

Liked Martin and the team are amazing, so friendly and welcoming , we love the site loads of space and in a stunning area.. fishing is great.

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit 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 Rallies welcome 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

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping

High Marnham

Newark

Nottinghamshire

England

NG23 6SQ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53,22165°N
0,79163°W

Nearest transport

Coach
13,5 km Station Road
13,6 km Station Road
14,9 km Bus Station
Rail
8,3 km Swinderby Rail Station
9,1 km Collingham Rail Station
9,9 km Saxilby Rail Station
Airport
32,3 km Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield Airport
32,8 km Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield Airport
43,9 km Sheffield City 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

Newark and Retford are just 20 minutes away. four acre course fishing lake Clumber Park - walking, cycling on traffic free trails - 15 minutes Sherwood pines forest park - cycling and 'go Ape' (tarzan adventure course in the tree tops) - 15 minutes Sherwood forest and the Major Oak and Robin Hood exhibition- 20 minutes White Post farm - childrens adventureland - 20 mins Newark - castle, antiques - 20 minutes Lincoln - Cathedral, Castle and shops - 25 minutes

Must see

Lincoln Castle 16,9 km

Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace 17 km

Lincoln Cathedral 17 km

Sherwood Forest Country Park 18,3 km

Mansfield Museum 28,6 km

National Trust

The Workhouse, Southwell 18,4 km

Clumber Park 18,9 km

Mr Straw's House 23,8 km

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 35 km

Hardwick Hall 35 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Egmanton - Laxton - Egmanton 7,4 km

DODDINGTON HALL 9,1 km

Headon - Upton - Askham - Grove - Headon 9,2 km

HARTSHOLME PARK 13,8 km

Bothamsall - Robin Hood's Cave - Walesby - Bothamsall 13,8 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 Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping? Newark and Retford are just 20 minutes away. four acre course fishing lake Clumber Park - walking, cycling on traffic free trails - 15 minutes Sherwood pines forest park - cycling and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  10:30 a.m. –  10:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping? From R1 096,98 (for 2 nights, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.