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Date of Visit: May 2015
Unit: Other
Reviewer: Webmaster
Unfortunately Newton Mill has now closed for development to become a luxury lodge Holiday Park. It is expected to reopen in August 2015 renamed to Bath Mill Lodge Retreat, with Lodges to rent only - no touring or camping any more.
The layout of the campsite is great. The pitch was really spacious and we backed onto the stream. Really east, to walk into Bath (approx 2 miles). From the end of the campsite you walk thorough a wooded area, under the railway bridge, across the sports field, across the main road, down a path to the river. Then a lovely walk ( or cycle) along the river into Bath. The site is really good for dog walking too with plenty of space and areas away from pitches for off lead. The restaurant/ bar (about to be extensively refurbished)is a great addition to the site, with readily available reasonable price meals. Staff were really friendly and helpful. I was a little concerned after reading the other reviews about the state of the shower/ toilet block, and prepared for the worse. I needn't have, they were clean and more than adequate. The showers may need a little TLC ( I presume this is because they are about to undergo a huge redevelopment) but hand wash cubicles were great and plenty of space. Price was good too £23 a campervan for 2 adults, a dog with electric in June seemed really reasonable.
Friendly staff, good food, entertainment and close to bath for shopping etc.
However on the negative side, the urinal and toilet in the restaurant was out of order, but not closed off meaning people were using broken facilities and leaving it there ?? Toilet facilities on campsite were not that much better and are dated and dirty. Not good value for money.
I love this site, and would dearly love to visit again, but we are told that the site is closing in a month or so to be filled with log cabins!
We loved the stream, along with friendly mallards that ate from your hand, woodpeckers, long tailed tits, squirrels, owls, still just outside the window, what more could we ask for? The dawn chorus wad wonderful, with the background sound of the stream.
The plot we had was stream side, between the bar and the toilet block and was well located for water.
The only thing that let it down was the cleanliness of the toilet block, the floor wasn't as clean as I would like in the shower cubicle, but the water didn't drain easily when I used it. There had been a lot of care and money spent on this block in the past, but the staff are understandably down as they are losing their jobs soon.
Didn't want to go home, and would come again if we could.
Was given an excellent rate of £15 a night, guess it was there winter rate so we stayed 6 nights.
This award winning Adults Only campsite has a working 17th century watermill in a peaceful wooded valley within the Exmoor National Park. Grass and hardstanding pitches, all set beside the River Exe or the sparkling mill stream, with electric, water, drainage, and TV hook-ups. A leisurely stroll up to a weir, and an area where dogs may run free and splash in the river.
Facilities include the beautiful dog walk, free wifi, fishing, modern toilet and shower block, dog wash, working watermill (tours on most Sunday mornings), salmon pass on the weir, shop, bus service, and excellent pubs in the locality. The site has beautiful views, an abundance of wildlife and many footpaths leading directly to the Exmoor woodlands and rivers. Find out more here
On arrival we went to reception to book in and the receptionist was very pleasant. We were disappointed that there was no 'Welcome Pack' containing information about the site, the local area and facilities. The shower block and toilets were a little grubby and needed a little more care when they were cleaned. We went to the restaurant for a meal on two of the three nights of our stay. The staff were very friendly, and the food was very nice, but was let down by being served on cold plates. We had the 'special' on the second night and it was delicious. Very generous portions, but served on cold plates again. We felt that the site management could do much more to promote the restaurant, perhaps by placing an information board by reception.
A very well kept camp site, all the staff are friendly and very helpful nothing is to much trouble. Easy access to all pitches. Clean and well maintained toilet/shower block which includes a bath. Restaurant and bar relaxing food is excellent. There is a small playground which is well maintained. Bus stop is only a short walk from the site and buses run frequently to bath. Would stay here again and recommend to friends.
Stayed 4 nights mid August having turned up without booking, the site having been recommended by our neighbours at the previous site. Delighted there was availability, and £20 a night is cheap enough.
We were offered the meadow which is a super arrangement, no pitch boundaries so pitch where you like with consideration for others.
The meadow does lose the sun early as it is surrounded by trees and we camped next to the stream and were quite cold at night. Too quick to go for the aesthetics rather than practicality.
Toilet/shower block is functional and adequate and as previously commented on, a bit tired. The facilities at the caravan/motor home end seemed much more superior.
The bar-restaurant is lovely, much better than at a lot of other sites. Lovely Butcombe ales, but not cheap at £3. 50 a pint, as a northerner that was steep. Good pint though.
Very friendly staff always acknowledged us when passing. A very nice site overall well situated for some good days out
Great Location with Cycle path at the bottom of the campsite which leads into Bath or Bristol. Nice easy ride or a pleasant walk into Bath. The number 5 bus stop was also just at the top of the site if you fancied a lazy day.
The Toilet/shower block at the top of the site really lets Newton Mill down! It was very dirty, shabby and really could do with being replaced! During our stay we found the other block which was in much better condition, so we would recommend you ask to stay at the bottom end of the site. Other than that Newton Mill was well looked after.
The Laundry room was very handy and in good condition.
The pub/restaurant on site was nice but just a shame it didn't open till 5pm especially on rainy days!
The shop on site was handy but didn't stock much and was over priced! However there is a costcutter near the bus stop which was very handy.
We would definitely recommend going on the Ghost walk in Bath city. It was a great night. Ian the tour guide was brilliant!
Overall we enjoyed our stay but couldn't wait to get home for a proper wash!
We've stayed here on 3 separate occasions overnight, this summer and last summer.
The site is located just outside Bath and is a quick drive from the city centre.
The facilities here have been consistently good during all of our stays. They often stay remarkably clean considering how many people use them The showers are also free, which is very good for the price you pay. It's nice to see some extra basins in the toilet for shaving and family washrooms too.
We've always been put in roughly the same area on the top of the hill and find the atmosphere to be quiet and pleasant. The pitches are spacious too, so there's plenty of space for your car, tent, chairs, table, etc.
Despite my general dislike of large campsites, I have to say that this one has been very consistent and is obviously well managed and organised. We enjoyed our stay once again, as always and will definitely stay here again, should we find ourselves in the area for any reason.
This award winning Adults Only campsite has a working 17th century watermill in a peaceful wooded valley within the Exmoor National Park. Grass and hardstanding pitches, all set beside the River Exe or the sparkling mill stream, with electric, water, drainage, and TV hook-ups. A leisurely stroll up to a weir, and an area where dogs may run free and splash in the river.
Facilities include the beautiful dog walk, free wifi, fishing, modern toilet and shower block, dog wash, working watermill (tours on most Sunday mornings), salmon pass on the weir, shop, bus service, and excellent pubs in the locality. The site has beautiful views, an abundance of wildlife and many footpaths leading directly to the Exmoor woodlands and rivers. Find out more here
With the weather so good, a few days off work and having always fancied visiting Bath, I searched UKCampsite.co.uk and found this campsite. Their website sends you to a booking engine/website, which I found cumbersome to operate and seemed to suggest that there was no availability. Hopeful that they may have last minute cancellation I decided to ring up directly and was surprised to be offered a choice of pitch types, two non EHU, one in meadow where no cars are allowed other on main site or another pitch with electric. As EHU was an extra £6 a night I plumped for non EHU on main site for £20 a night.
Campsite is easy to find and signposted from roundabout, there is a sharp turn into the campsite then over a narrow bridge and along a one way, tree lined drive that runs alongside stream and then opens up by the log cabin reception. The meadow can be seen through the trees and is accessed via a pedestrian bridge, we did walk over to take a look one eve but felt it a bit dark and dank.
Check in was quick, friendly and efficient. I was given a booklet of info and shown where my pitch was on a map and given directions. I was checking in half hour before check out time so was warned that pitch may not be vacant. She need not have worried as, it, along with good percentage of site was actually unoccupied. Maybe would be booker's had given up when faced with no availability on the online booking engine??
We were on pitch 101, on the half of site that is in front of reception. We were lucky as it was at the end of the row just before access to toilet block so was much bigger than others. Those in middle seemed cramped and very close, I think if you have an over sized tent then best to let them know as when booking they didn't request my tent size. Several times I could see envious neighbours coveting my generous pitch occupied only by a small two man tent while they tried to squeeze onto a pitch a third of mine, lol. This half of the site is split into three tiers. A row of non electric tent pitches, behind which are hard standing touring pitches with EHU and then highest tier is separated by the one way exit road. These tent pitches have gravel parking bays and then have elevated grassed pitches accessed via two or three steps. All three tiers access the same toilet block down two flights of wooden stairs. The meadow site also uses these toilets/showers and are accessed using access code key pads. I was initially displeased by the means of access to the block, as I'm not usually good on stairs especially open stairs but I had no problems. Sited where we were though, I did see and hear several people taking a tumble so beware especially if you visit in wet or icy conditions.
The block was mainly found to be clean and usable, a bad DIY paint job and engrained dirt around the edges of the floor and drains were noticeable but on the whole the block was modern and perfectly acceptable. A mop was provided to mop out shower after use but as often is the case, not always used by all! Unfortunately with only three showers and three separate sink cubicles, there were queues early morn as pitches filled up with the approaching weekend.
Had a wander around and the park, second half of site behind reception is much nicer with mature trees but was totally set up for tourers and motor homes and a few obvious seasonal's. Toilet block here was much bigger and even had a bath.
Lovely children's park behind reception but didn't seem to get much use, probably because a lot of children were cooling off in the stream. Didn't have the chance to use the bar/restaurant/beer garden but it looked very inviting and if my phone hadn't died I may have made use of the free WIFI over a drink.
A couple of miles drive into Bath itself, or you can drive to Newland park and ride 5 mins down the road. Bath itself is wonderful I loved the tourist atmosphere and wonderful shopping. We visited the Baths wandered about and also went to the American museum. We did plan to do much more but the exceedingly hot weather was energy draining so plumped to also enjoy the sunshine sitting on our pitch enjoying the peace and quiet and serenity of this gorgeous campsite. Already plotting my return and will be asking for pitch 101 if one of you people haven't already booked it, lol.
Spent a weekend at this site with family/friends and would recommend it to anyone wanting a quiet and peaceful time. The pitches are generous (mostly hardstands for caravans), shop, bar, restaurant, kids play areas and shower/toilet block were all well maintained and of good quality. Staff were always on-hand and glad to help with any queries.
Situated in a small wooded valley with a stream running through the length of the site and although it is quite big at 200+ pitches it is set out in such a way, in smaller sections, that it feels like a small site. Close proximity to the Bristol / Bath cycle route which takes you directly into Bath town (approx. 2 miles).
Will definitely be returning for another stay sometime soon.
Has everything you need for a perfect getaway, whether with children or without. The pub on site was great and the food was good, dogs are allowed in too if you have them with you.
A little stream runs beside some of the lower tent pitches and those with children made the most of the paddling opportunities.
Didn't really use the on site toilets/showers, but they do look to be in need of a refurb, but very clean nevertheless.
The play area looked well equipped and fun for little ones.
We caught the bus into Bath which was very easy and reasonable at £3. 10 per adult, return.
All in all a brilliant weekend away for 2 adults to visit Bath.
Our only gripe is that we were pitched next to a large group of tenters and unfortunately there was no thought for anyone near them, be it the shouting, music or the kids running everywhere.
It certainly didn't spoil our weekend but next time we'll ask for a quieter spot and we'll definitely be returning. This site is a little gem!
Not ideal for those who prefer camping in the wild. A bit too organised for our liking. Given a number of a pitch that we had to put our tent and car on. On arrival there was no chance we would fit them beside one another as both parties on either side where over onto our pitch! A little bit more space per pitch would be better! We had to park our car in the car park near the reception instead.
Always pay online through pitch up website as the campsite are charging more on arrival! Paid £10 per night. We needed to extend and we were asked to pay £20 per night!
Nice site, shop/bar on site. Reception only open til 6, so not ideal if you want to collect freezer blocks after then!
Toilets - clean/tidy/plenty available/hot water.
Good for children as there is a play area/stream etc.
Shop approx 5mins away for all the supplies!
We probably would not return as we prefer places where we can pitch and not be so close to our neighbours that you can hear one anothers conversations over dinner!
A big site with a small feel; pitches are well spaced and the whole site is set in a pretty valley with a stream at its edge. My pitch overlooked the stream which gave it a lovely, private feel; others (further away from the reception / bar) are also bordered by a small wood. Through the wood, across a playing field and a hop across the road, the Bath-Bristol cycleway gives easy access to the city.
The on site bar / restaurant is better than any I'd expect from anything calling itself a 'holiday park'; the facilities generally are clean and spacious, and the staff all friendly and helpful.
The down side? I can't think of any.
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No Tents 
No Caravans 
No Motorhomes 
No Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
Holiday Homes for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
No Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
No Toilets 
No Showers 
No Washing Up Area 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
No Laundry 
No Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
No Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop <1 mile 
Bar On Site 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
No Fishing 
No Wild Swimming 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
No Horse Riding 
No Cycle Hire 
No Golf 
No Tennis 
No Beach 
No Watersports 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
Open All Year 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport 
No Dog Walk 
Unfortunately Newton Mill has now closed for development to become a luxury lodge Holiday Park. It is expected to reopen in August 2015 renamed to Bath Mill Lodge Retreat, with Lodges to rent only - no touring or camping any more. 
