Badgers Retreat

Beautiful site, spotlessly clean and the owners were so friendly and on hand if we needed anything. The converted horse box for showers and toilets were a great idea

Nothing to dislike

This is a lovely place ran by lovely people , who were around regularly to check everyone was ok . We got logs for our firepit from them too. The grounds are very picturesque, with horses trotting by and the odd chicken . The amenities are all clean and well thought out. I loved the shop , they've thought of a campers needs and if you've forgotten coffee or an airbed it's for sale and at very reasonable prices . We stayed for an extra day because it was so relaxing . We will be back! Thank you

The only thing that I wished that was featured would be an enclosed dog run . There is a short walk up the field and back which was fine for a quick walk but to find anywhere to excersise dogs is a car journey away as the road out of the campsite doesn't have pavement.

Absolutely fantastic campsite with amazing owners who have made this a perfect spot to relax.
The pitches are spacious with EHU, The toilets and showers are in a cleverly thought out converted horse box which is lovely.

You have the option of using the communal fire pit or having your own on your pitch.
There is a small shop for any bits you may have forgotten, wood available to buy and games to borrow.
The owners are so helpful and friendly you won’t want to leave.

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Big pitches over-looking the horse field, plenty of hot water, clean and well-appointed showers/toilets, lovely couple running it, good phone signal

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Friendly welcome from the owner.
Clear introduction to the facilities and site rules.
Helpful leaflet with loads of info, incl. takeaways that would deliver and places of interest nearby.
Very clean and tidy site, with the expectation that you leave as you find.
Toilets and showers spotless, with hand wash, paper towels, toilet roll etc. supplied.
There is a little cash honesty" shop, with essentials and camping goods.
Fires and barbeques are allowed, with certain restrictions, and there is a communal area for a larger fire - firewood available from the owners on request.
The owners appeared regularly for a walk round and check in on the facilities (cleaned regularly), which was very reassuring when travelling alone.
Their mobile was available and they live adjacent to the site.
The gates are closed overnight for security.
Pitch relatively level - I did use chocks as I'm fussy about being level - and reasonably sized.
The location is not too far from the A1, just outside Retford. I was able to get to the A1 in 5 mins, and able to walk into Retford (3-4 miles) - but there are also regular buses.
The site is fairly quiet (in terms of external noise), particularly overnight, even though it is not too far from the road (minor road), rail line (in the distance) and Gamston airport (10-15 mins away).
There is an expectation that all noise ceases by 10pm, so not a site for late party groups.
I slept really well, and felt very safe.
Definitely intend to go back.

I can't comment on wifi, as I didn't use it.
The site has a big, open space where children could play, but there are no play park facilities on site. Children appeared to be welcome, and enjoying themselves. I haven't commented on child friendliness as I wasn't travelling with children.
The facilities were great for me, so I have rated them high, but this is a simple, and basic site, with no bar, pool etc.

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Peaceful

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Really loved our one night stay at Badgers retreat. Beautiful setting and chilled camping vibe. We will definitely return.

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Fantastic family run site, with really friendly and helpful owners. The site and amenities were absolutely pristine. Huge pitches with lots of space in between them and a large area in the middle for games etc. Communal firepit with benches. Fabulous views across the fields. The on-site honesty shop was an added bonus and very reasonably priced. The use of a horse box as toilets, showers and washing up area is an amazing idea and so quirky and in fitting with the site. Proper flushing toilets and extra large showers. I loved the fact everything had been repurposed and upcycled, down to the beer barrel urinal! Really convenient for the market town of Retford, with its shops, bars and eateries, but still feeling like your miles from anywhere. It is apparent the amount of thought and planning that has gone into making this site a perfect place for relaxing and getting away from the day to day stresses! Can't wait to return!

Not being able to stay longer because they were fully booked!!!

Nice pitch & surroundings.Nice hosts.

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Everything! Especially the Friendly welcome, the owners are so nice and nothing is too much trouble, they even stayed a little longer as we were running late to arrive. Clean facilities and even a little shop incase you forget those important marshmallows to toast on your firepit 🔥 picnic tables and communal firepit are a lovely touch, overall a relaxing well kept site in a lovely area that we'll definitely be returning to!

I cannot dislike anything! this has gone onto my list of fantastic sites.