Reader's Review - Nicholaston Farm Caravan & Camping
Nicholaston Farm Caravan & Camping 
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Nicholaston
Gower
Swansea
Glamorgan (Browse area)
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Tel: 01792 371209
Pitches: 100
Open: March To October
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Reviewer: Jomax  (5)
Date of Visit: August 2010
Unit: Trailer Tent
Just back from 3 nights at this site. Unfortunately we had just moved on from the superlative site at Pitton Cross so it was a hard act to follow!
The sloping site was an issue for us newbie campers. We had no chocks from our trailer tent and were lucky to find a flattish pitch at the top of the field next to the PYO lane but even so we parked the car in front of the tent in case we were to start rolling downhill in the night! Many of the pitches would have been completely unmanageable for us.
The facilities were beautifully done out but I don't like the arrangement of individual rooms with shower, loo and small basin which was the case for most of the facilities at this site. It makes it annoying if you just want the loo and they're all full with people showering, the sinks are too small for a wash (and there was nowhere to put your things) and the floors are constantly wet from the shower. Plus I don't really want to be cleaning my teeth next to a loo (with no lid) that someone has recently used!
The showers cost 20p for 4 mins (or 3 1/2 in the men's) and I can confirm that it is possible to shower an adult and 2 small children in approx 5 mins - although trying to keep the towels off the wet floors afterwards was more of a challenge!
The toilets seemed to be cleaned several times a day.
The facilities next to Reception always had a queue at peak times, but those just round the corner in the caravan field were usually available. It's all a fair walk from where we were pitched.
The coffee shop on site was priced to its captive market, I think, with prices around £2.80 for a bacon bap. There was a selection of fruit, veg and other food items, as well as a few dried goods.
The walk to the beach is a 10 min hike down steps and over dunes - not buggy or lazy child friendly at all - but the fantastic beach is worth the effort. It is also worth driving to Oxwich Beach at the far end of the bay as you can park next to the beach (£3) and there are loos and a refreshments area.
We had a couple of excellent meals at the King Arthur Hotel about 10 mins away which was good as there were tables outside for those of us with dogs!
The campsite was dog friendly, and most of them were well behaved, apart from the inevitable lone barker!
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Reviewer: Paul Shouksmith (2)
Date of Visit: August 2010
Unit: Tent
Have visited the area before but this was the first time at this campsite. We were really impressed with the facilities and, despite the variable weather, they were cleaned several times a day and were always spotless.
Showers cost 20p a time but there was always hot water and we only had to queue briefly at any time even though the campsite was busy. Also great to have fridge and freezer for campers to use and the shop stocked essentials including fresh fruit and vegetables.
Cafe was well used and served great food. Site has wonderful views over Oxwich Bay and we managed the walk down to the beach with three small children. Coming back up again was more of a struggle but not too bad. Will definitely return if we are in this area again.
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Reviewer: Gingerbats (2)
Date of Visit: July 2010
Unit: Tent
Just got back from a lovely 2 night stay with our 2 small children. The facilities here are really brilliant. Very spacious fridges and freezers for ice packs, milk etc, spotless family sized shower rooms (never had to queue for ones in caravan field), and plenty of toilets (again never queued in caravan field block).
Washing up facilities for dishes and clothes are best I've seen - and free bin bags!
The field we were in did slope in places, but no set pitches (unless you want hook up) means you can find a spot that suits. And the views are wonderful.
We don't have dogs, but this is a dog friendly site. All owners kept dogs on leads and we saw no mess.
The site was quiet at night even though it was quite busy, everyone seemed to respect the rule of reduced noise by 10.30pm which is quite rare at some sites.
The shop sells all the basics and not over priced either which is a bonus. The cafe was great, we didn't eat there but the food looked and smelt lovely. All the staff were great and the cats are very sweet.
Will certainly return, we all had a great time, very safe for kids to run around. The beach is breath-taking - however we found the walk back up very steep (a long way for little legs) so we drove to very nearby Oxwich beach (stacks of parking, toilets and snack hut on beach) which is also fab.
Overall, this is a site where you can be as self sufficient as you want, but there are perks if you fancy a little bit of luxury.
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Reviewer: Pusserella (3)
Date of Visit: July 2010
Unit: Tent
A lovely site with good facilities, clean and plenty of toilet roll! We had a great time at the beach, which I thought was better than the one at three cliffs bay and oxwich.
Be prepared to do lots of walking locally to get the best out of the beaches and surrounding area. Great exercise though!
Would like to have visited the pub, but distance to walk was an issue, unless you use the car.
We camped in the field near the 'pick your own' lane, which although close, meant a bit too much of a walk if you need the toilet in the middle of the night.
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Reviewer: Sara1norm (2)
Date of Visit: July 2010
Unit: Tent
We have stayed at many sites over a 40 year period, this site was unusual. The staff are very friendly and helpful, the shop provides decent food and great coffee. The washing up facilities are excellent and there are fridges and freezers available. The toilet blocks are modern and look nice after they have been cleaned.
The site itself is built on the side of a hill. As stated in the description parking for vans has been levelled, tents are not so fortunate, there are a few pitches available on flattish ground however the majority particularly in the main field are on a steep slope. I have never before seen a site on such a steep slope.
This did not suit us at all. Driving into the field is interesting, there is a short concrete ramp up the side of the shop with a barrier at the top, unfortunately it is only when you arrive at the barrier and search for the key slot that you realise it is at the bottom of the ramp.
The ramp is so steep that it starts off below the level of the shop and finishes above the ceiling of the shop. Many drivers stalled or rolled backwards on the slope. The barrier is intended as a security device and yet it was left open from late evening until the morning on most nights. It was so steep that if we hadn’t already paid we would have driven elsewhere.
There is no mention of the extra cost of showers (I do not like hidden extras after you arrive at your chosen site, perhaps I have to create a list of questions to ask before booking in future!). This is promoted as a family site therefore many campers will have children with them.
Pay showers are particularly difficult with young children, particularly when you only get 4 mins or 3 ½ mins in men’s showers. Allow 30 secs for the hot water to come through and you don’t have much time for a shower. My kids lost 40p in the showers because they couldn’t get them hot (the water comes through after you pay, but is cold, you have to continue turning the dial, the water then stops running again at about 5, still cold, continue turning past 6 and warm water runs. There is also a block where the pay slot is on the outside of the shower cubicle in a public area, you either pay for your shower half naked or pay and undress very quickly.
Although the showers are cleaned possibly twice a day, they don’t stay clean for long. There are a number of causes, first there are a lot of teenagers and 20 something’s staying at the site. The site is not really a family site it is a site for anyone, including single sex groups. I don’t object to this normally except when it is supposed to be a family site. Another reason is that there is no facility for cleaning up after a shower as in most sites we stay at. A mop in the corner can make a big difference.
The site states that it takes 5 – 10 minutes to reach the beach, I was unable to find a beach that close, I would argue that it was more like 20 mins away downhill. The return journey up a steep incline taking longer. This site is ok but we have stayed at much better sites. We will not be returning.
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Reviewer: Mysticalchild (3)
Date of Visit: June 2010
Unit: Tent
Had a lovely two night stay at Nicholaston. We went based on some of the good reviews and was not disappointed. The site was very busy as it was the end of the half term holiday with good weather, but despite this the facilities were clean, had a good sized pitch and all the other campers were courteous with their dogs, children, noise etc. It was still a very peaceful and relaxed stay.
There was a bit of traffic noise where we were pitched but it did not concern us and the views were great. The walk to the amazing beach was an added bonus. We did try and book before our trip but unfortunately we could not get through on the phone or email, thankfully there was room when we arrived.
The cafe was good and the bacon sandwiches are recommended (proper thick bacon!) The staff were helpful and friendly and we would definitely go back.
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