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It was coming up to our 6th anniversary and decided to have a camping holiday. After looking at different camping websites we came across Deers Glade. We were in the area and thought we would pop in to see what it was like as I am very fussy when it comes to shower blocks etc.W e were both pleasantly surprised at how well kept the site is compared to others we have stayed on.We booked there and then.
We stayed for 5 nights in a tent with electric right next to the lake (so he could fish and I could sunbathe) The onsite wardens were really nice and welcoming and our dog Ruby had a holiday romance with their dog. The site is so peaceful (no traffic noise)
We were asked if we wanted a newspaper in the morning and they sold basics like milk, bread,drinks & camping equipment.
The toilets/shower blocks were immaculate and I never once queued for a shower. Noticed a few people commented on the lighting in the shower block but I didn't see any problem, seemed fine to me. There were nice woodland walks and a fenced field especially for the dogs so they can have a run around off the lead.We definitely picked the right week as the weather was brilliant.We didn't even leave the site.If you like peace and quiet then this site is for you.We definitely recommend Deers Glade as it is one of the nicest sites we have ever stayed on.
We stayed at this site for three nights following on from other's reviews, and I can say we were not disappointed. We were greeted on arrival and shown to our pitch and was informed that there was a wardens caravan on site that was available at any time, very reassuring when you have young children. Our pitch was very level and close to the shower/toilet block, but far enough away so that any noise was kept to a minimum. The facilities were adequate, the shop keeps very basic items, but be aware that it closes at 18.30. The shower block I would agree with all previous reviews they are the cleanest that I have seen on a camp site, and I also can confirm that they did get cleaned after midnight and throughout the day.
They do have a children's playground area, and our seven year old boy, spent a lot of time using the climbing frame and playing with the other children, due to the remoteness/secure feeling of the site, we did not feel we had to keep constant eye on him whilst playing like some other sites we have visited in the past, which was reassuring.
The site is situated approx 4 miles south of Cromer, so not a long drive to a few shops, but again, we were suprised that the fish and chips shops close around 21.00. There is a Morrisons in Cromer, but we decided to use the Tesco's Extra in Norwich, which was 30 mins drive away, there is also an Asda on the outskirts of Norwich, so shopping is not a problem.
The only critism that could be made against the site, as already mentioned by others is the lack of additional lighting in the shower area, it was managable during daylight, but seeing how dim the cubicles were at 22.00 when people were using them, I wonder how they managed.
If you are after a quiet no frills i.e. Takeaway's, games arcade site with nice surroundings, clean facilities and very helpful staff, you cannot go wrong with this site.
We had not visited this part of the UK before and was concerned about what we could do/visit, but the site was an absoloute pleasure and we will be using it again, even just for a long weekend.
We stayed at Deers Glade over the first May bank holiday and despite us getting the booking badly wrong and arriving at 9pm on Friday night they were very friendly, accommodating and were able to give use a spacious pitch next to the fishing lakes for our tent (without electric).
Our first thoughts were that the campsite was very busy as it had 125 pitches on a bank holiday weekend. However the facilities were always available and there was plenty of hot water. This is a proper campsite and not just a field as with many other sites.
The site is surrounded by woodland and has lovely forest walks straight from the site. There is a pub which we understood was in walking distance although we spent all of our evenings on site.
The facilities are the best we have seen in the UK, they are nicely tiled with proper rain showers and there has clearly been a lot of money spent on the site. The views over the fishing ponds were lovely.
The only negatives I can think of was that our pitch was between both sets of facilities so we had to walk a distance to collect water. Also they could do with another light in the shower cubicles. It was also slightly more expensive than we typically pay but better value. You will tell from the scale of these points that this is a fantastic site and there is very little to complain about.
We went on the Easter Bank Holiday and arrived at the site a little early, which was no problem at all and we could have arrived a couple of hours early without problem.
Upon arrival, we were accompanied to the area for tent pitches and when we asked to pitch in a different area (nearer to the lake and in view of the play area) this was no issue either. Staff were all very helpful.
Being the bank holiday, typically it rained on Saturday, but the ground remained firm and we didn't experience any drainage issues.
Our kids (6 & 4) spent all their time in the play area, the big swing was a huge hit with all the kids and there was enough open space for the kids to play some football as well. Also, a note worthy point.We didn't see any naughty or malicious kids and they all played nicely, how refreshing.
The toilets were immaculate and are cleaned twice daily, there are 2 blocks so when one is being cleaned simply use the other block. That said, they don't clean them at inconvenient times, I woke up in the dead of the night and went to the lav at about 2am and management were cleaning the gents as I went in. Thats some real devotion and effort, well done, I was gobsmacked.
I think there are 2 showers in each block (well 4, 2 gents, 2 ladies) I never saw a queue longer than 2 deep for a shower.
The fishing lake was good too, I chucked one rod out for carp and had 11lb and 7lb commons on boilie. With the other rod on float and took plenty of small roach on maggot, then as soon as I switched to worm, loads of small perch, I saw someone else take a decent tench out.
On Easter Sunday the management organised an Easter egg hunt activity which drew all the kids off site for an hour or so.
There is a good walk straight from site into woodland, with a stream winding through which was nice. But we kept the dog on lead so he didn't dive straight in.
Speaking of which, we've never been to a site with so many dogs (all well behaved and on lead), it was nice to see such a dog friendly site.
Locally there is a chip shop, which was very reasonably priced (1 Haddock, 2 x large chips, 3 x saveloys came to about £7). There is also a pub with Chinese restaurant and takeaway. Be warned. It's not like a normal takeaway where you can just turn up. I did that and was told there was a 45 - 60 minute wait, so I bailed and went to the chippy. You can telephone orders in for collection though, had I known that, I would have done so, the restaurant was packed so it obviously has a good rep.
Also, the Petrol Station Spar shop is very well stocked and managed, not at all like your normal petrol station mini-super markets.
A very good site, really well managed, we will definitely go back.
What a lovely site. Very helpful friendly staff. Warm clean toilets and showers which compared to our usual site were luxurious.The children enjoyed the fishing and made lots of friends. Only criticism would be not everyone obeyed the noise after 11pm rule. Not the sites fault. The pitches are divided by newly planted shrubs which made the walk round a bit longer than necessary. The small shop had all you needed. Overall 10/10 would definitely go back.
Went to Deer’s Glade for a short break, a very nice site although there are a few areas where improvements could make it a great site.
On arrival we were welcomed by Heather (one of the park owners) in the reception and after checking in were guided to our pitch. We were on pitch 59 with electricity and were bang in the middle of the site which meant a short walk to the toilet block whichever one we went to. Our pitch was level although a bit bumpy in places which isn’t a problem. There’s plenty of space for a large tent, we took our Gelert Utah 4+4 and we pitched it on our Montana 6 footprint with room to spare, you can also park your car on the pitch.
The toilet/shower blocks were warm and clean during our stay which is a bonus as some sites don’t heat their blocks out of season. The hot water was hot, too hot for me but you can adjust it and the heated floor was nice for your feet after you’ve had a shower. There were only 2 showers, 2 urinals and 2 toilets in the gents and 2 showers and 2 toilets in the ladies in one of the blocks, the other shower/toilet block was closed with the exception of the family room. Around the back there is a laundry room with washing and drying machines with ironing facilities. At one end of both blocks is fresh water and waste water area and the other side is the general rubbish area, there are recycling facilities near the site entrance/exit.
As we visited the site in low season the site was peaceful and facilities were plentiful
All in all it is a nice site and if in the area again would definitely visit Deer’s Glade
I don't know what misschapman and COYI are moaning about!
I first stayed here in May '08 and returned in August '08 . And yes it did flood somewhat, but lets be honest, it was torrential rain for hours and, for the record, the owners were concerned at the amount of surface water that ran through the site.
The shower blocks were clean, warm and more than adequate . And there's a mop placed conveniently for those who can be botherd to mop up after themselves!
The owners were friendly and very helpful, even showing us to our pitch and offering to move us if we weren't satisfied (owing to the fact that the pitch I used in August had been occupied by a large caravan and awning)
As I arrived early, they let us leave our trailer on site while we went off to get supplies etc.
I like this site, but you have to take account of where it is and what the owners are trying to achieve . An environmentally friendly site, which I feel says a lot about them.
If I rated the site out of ten, definitely a nine!
Think it's all been said! An excellent site with first class facilities! If the showers had just one more hook they would be the PERFECT showers! Lovely walks, and within easy distance of local attractions etc. There was plenty of information of places to visit in reception. The owners very helpful, think they even arranged the lovely weather whilst we were there! There had been plenty of rain prior to our stay, but the paths to the toilet blocks were topped with bark so weren't muddy.
Great place to stay if you are like me, 1 adult, 2 dogs. I was staying in a tent along side my friends who have 2 small boys. The open nature of the site is not for everyone but it did help us keep an eye on the 20 month old terror.
The facilities were great, warm floor to step onto after a shower, better than home. It also helped to have use of a microwave to sterilise the baby's bottles.
Down side for my friends was not having a tub to bath the babies in.
All in, a good week spent with very good side pitches.
This has to be one of the best sites I have ever been to the site is well maintained the toilets and showers are spotless and the staff are so obliging I think it speaks for itself in so much as I am now a regular visitor and will remain so,the site has much to offer woodland walks fishing from a well stocked lake now has wifi and digital ariel hook up well laid out with space between units so you do not feel hemmed in even when the site is at capacity
My first ever camping trip in a very old tent - me & my son - we pitched on Muntjac Meadow. Lovely site - I loved being able to choose where to pitch the tent. Staff brilliant - very friendly & helpful. Washrooms & showers cleaned very regularly and considering how wet & muddy it was during our stay, the staff kept them really clean. The campfire each evening was a real bonus - as was the free transport to the local pub every night - a nice touch. I did not go onto the main site at all after booking in so can't comment on that but Muntjac was fantastic - will return again I'm sure.
I am inclined to agree with member COYI on this one.
The site is in a nice location and has moderm wash/toilet/shower facilities though totally inadequate for the ammout of pitches and persons on site. They are kept clean but due to the overall issue with drainage etc they do not stay clean for long.
In the main its a quiet location and close to the seaside towns as such would prove handy to keep children amused and days out. There is little for them to do on site. Pubs are very close and there is lovly Fish and Chip shop in Roughton Village 5* chippy for sure.
The well stocked lake, many people fishing had not caught a single thing for a whole week. Its also poorly managed and maintained. It is also frequented by local youths some of which are not there to fish at all. You may have booked the site because you like to fish, however be warned, many people fishing are on day ticket only and not holiday makers and there is then no room for others to fish it has a small number of pegs so get there early if you want a spot!
The site is very poorly drained and ends up looking like a mud patch not very comftable at all and very unattractive. Tents placed to close together and no supervision either in respect of pitching and distances between each tent and caravan, very crammed in and even on some pitches there were caravans and tents on the same pitch! this also made it look a very unattractive.
The childrens play area. Not too bad, but many of the children we saw were more content with loitering outside shower blocks and toilets till past midnight making lots of noise and no warden visable to deter them.
I understand the site is now 6 years old as such not a new venture, it needs considerble improvement in terms of drainage and care all round. It has potential to be a top site but at the momment I would not describe it as such. And it is not a site at the momment to visit in poor weather conditions. Granted no one can control the weather but measures have to be carried out to minimise its affects.
We went to North Norfolk so I could show my kids, some of the places I used to go to on holiday as a child visiting Sheringham. What a find Deers Glade is, we loved it and we will definitely camp here again.
Heather and David and the wardens were fantastic, they really look after you. I took my gas cylinder to be exchanged and they told me I still had loads of gas in it, gained bonus points in my book for that. When I did need to change it, because I'm a man of little brain & muscle I couldn't loosen the tap, but David came to the rescue with his grippers. Their knowledge of the region and camping tips was excellent.
We stayed on a deluxe pitch opposite the play area. The facilities were of a high standard. Sorry COYI but I loved the subdued lighting in shower block, I hate showering under flourescent lights, but each to their own. The sausages from the onsite shop were fantastic, and well worth it. There's a Morrisons in Cromer a short drive away, my wife loved it, we don't have any Morrisons where we live. There's lots of fantastic walks around the site. Then for days out you have the fair ground organs of Thursford (a Must see thats not well advertised), The broads, Norwich (for the quiz of the week, why are they closing their fantastic science museum), Cromer (great carnival) and Sheringham for the steam railway & the best fish and chips.
Hmmm. Not sure what to say on this. Nice site, not the greatest. Nice surrounding area and lovely beaches a short drive away if the sun is out. Found the site a bit noisy though and there was a group of happy campers on the sauce with the guitar out until late, late on 2 of the 4 nights.
The showers were enormously powerful, tap controlled (makes a change from the press button types) and temp OK. Off peak. On peak, well, they were not too warm and pressure dropped to a trickle. Loo's were too few by far. 2 facilities blocks, with just two loos in the gents (4 loos in total) and 3 urinals. When you have a site with 125 pitches, you have to assume you'll need more toilets. I never used them once without a wait, or a queue. Also had to queue twice for showers in 4 days as there are not many showers (two in the gents, two in ladies). Not so bad I guess but one time I was 5th in the queue and waited 40 mins (since we needed to get out that day). There is also a family / disabled room which had a shower with seat, loo and washbasin. Used it once and have never sweated so much. Small and very, very hot in there so not worth the hassle unless you have to use it.
Final gripe is the lighting in the facilities. They have recessed spotlights and they must be the lowest wattage bulbs ever invented. I heard half a dozen people complain about them and I also told reception. At night it was marginally better than total darkness but only just. One bloke told me he reckoned the lights were dimmed to stop anybody settling in for a read of the paper on the toilet as there were only two, which made me laugh. And he had a point as you could hardly see a thing in there. Not good!
Good stuff is the small park for kids. Tubes, slide, big sand pit and loads of space to kick about a ball.
Also if you like fishing, nice small lake. Bit dodgy with younger kids though.
And the staff were really helpful. We asked for directions and was given google directions printed out, names, addresses and telephone numbers of places to go and all sorts. They are really helpful.
So if the site could add some showers, loo's and the warden could enforce a bit of quite from 11pm onwards it would be a 'great' site.
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
Rallies Welcome 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar <5 miles 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <5 miles 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing On Site 
No Wild Swimming 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
Horse Riding <5 miles 
No Cycle Hire 
Golf <5 miles 
Tennis <5 miles 
Beach <5 miles 
Watersports <10 miles 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
Campfires Allowed 
Open All Year 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
No Dog Walk 
A lovely peaceful campsite located near Cromer, next to woodland and a fishing lake, which was ideal for walks in the evenings.
