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I've just 3 days camping at Forest Park. We have taken our touring caravan here several and we are never disappointed. The staff are willing to help out whenever possible and the facilities are clean and warm. There are some beautiful walks and sights within walking distance of the park. Most of the static homes are kept in a perfect manor and really inspire me to own one in the future.
Overall I would say that this is one of the nicest parks in the North Norfolk area.
We have been to Forest Park on quite a few occasions and really like it. However I think that because it is so popular with returning customers they are not trying as hard as they could which is a shame. It is set in beautiful countryside which is a big plus. We know the pitches so always ask for the same one which is level so that is good. For people not knowing the site I can imagine it could be a problem as it is very sloping in places.
As for the toilets, the plugs are hanging off, the taps are squirting everywhere and there is a general feel of neglect. This is not a cheap site and being so popular I am sure that it could be spruced up during the quieter months. The shower fitments are rusty in places and the showers are either too hot or too cold.
My main gripe is that we cannot take our dogs into any area of the clubhouse to eat. Anyone who goes camping knows that you do not leave your dogs in the van, tent etc so where are you supposed to go?? Well this is where the lovely pub the White Horse in Overstrand comes in! It is a short walk away through the woods and the food is amazing.
So overall we love Forest Park and will definitely go back but a few minor issues really need addressing :)
This site is located on the East side of Cromer and is ideally located for beaches and local attractions. It is situated in a wooded area hence the name. Access is very good but if travelling on the A149 DO NOT turn off before you reach the edge of Cromer as the road is a single track and not really suitable for Caravans or Campervans. Be prepared for a busy couple of hours on arrival as you are most likely to spend sometime levelling your rig as the site is very uneven and has many sloping areas. I also found the waste water disposal is at the Chemical waste disposal point and is accesed up a slippery wooden slope. It is also necessary to lift the water hog up onto an 8' step. Not to easy if full!
Apart from that the site has a good clubhouse and an indoor pool. The clubhouse also provides kids entertainment free and it also provides catering and bar services. The meals we found were very good value but the eating area is a bit basic. The site also tries to provide free WiFi but it is very patchy and even in the club it is poor. I suspect this is not the sites fault rather their internet provider. There is also a well stocked shop which provides fresh produce.
I found all of the staff very pleasant and approachable. This in my opinion would be an great site if the pitches were leveled or even terraced.
Just got back from a really enjoyable holiday at Forest Park. We were not shown to our pitch but they may have been due to having other friends there already.
The pitch was huge, plenty of room for our tent and porch and 2 cars. We were on a very slight slope which didn't cause any problems but there were much more steep slopes on the other side, which I'm sure would have done.
All pitches are fairly close to a shower block. Our shower block was very clean all the time, one of the cleanest we've used. For the first 4 days however the gent's showers were cold (or invigorating as I tried to convince my 5 year old!), but the last 2 days I managed to shower before 7. 30am which helped.
I only popped into the shop on our last morning but it seemed fairly well stocked. The bar and restaurant was a little old fashioned but clean enough. There was only entertainment on Thurs-Sun. The food was pretty impressive but not a huge choice, and average pub prices.
The pool was ok to good. A smaller area for tots but I thought the lifeguard was over zealous when he wouldn't let my little ones jump in from the side, which is something they love doing, but I suppose I can't complain for being safe!
There are a couple of play areas for the kids but plenty of space for them to play their own games.
he location is great for access to the north North coastline. We visited Mundesley, Overstrands and Cromer beaches all within a short drive and Wells Next The Sea was about a 45-50 mins drive.
I had no real interaction with the staff so can't really comment on them.
Overall we had a great time at the site, mainly due to the company and outings, but the cleanliness and space also played a part.
I stayed for a week on this site, in a large Trailer tent. We were shown to the pitch. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The facilities were clean but was a problem with the showers being hot, but there were notices for this, in case of scalding issues.
The pitch was on a slight slope but was manageable and didn't bother us. The site is very dog friendly and plenty of dog walking areas, with plenty of bins.
There is a swimming pool on site and a restaurant but we never went in but were told they are good by the friendly campers near us.
The on site shop is very good and well stocked and responsible priced.
The view from the Dell was an excellent view of the beach, we were told there was a walkway to the beach but never found it.
Would I go back? Definitely. I'm looking to book for 2016.
We have come to this site many times, almost every year! Why? Because it has everything we need for a family holiday, large pitches cos we have quite a big van, plenty of room for awning and doesn't feel crowded, lovely views over the site with trees around the camping area and a forest walk that We haven't fully explored yet. We can walk to the beach at Overstrand and it's only a 2 mile walk into Cromer too. There's plenty of facilities, shop, Club house with bar and food, family room and an indoor pool. Most of the time we don't leave the site, just an occasional trip to the supermarket.
Cromer has expanded since we first went so plenty of places to get supplies and there a useful camping shop in West Runton down the road.
We have enjoyed every holiday here and the staff are lovely everywhere, there is only one slight negative that wouldn't ever put us off going and that's the food in the bar, it's not the greatest but the chips are nice!
Having stayed at Forest park in a tent in previous years, my husband and I chose the site for our caravan this year, taking our children and both sets of parents, and with an age range of 8-72 this site had something for everyone. For the kids there are is a variety of play equipment (probably best suited to children above 5 except for the set by the clubhouse, which also caters for younger children), which were dotted around the site so no matter where you're pitched there is something nearby. There is a swimming pool on site, which is small and basic, but does have a toddler pool as well as a larger pool for swimming and inflatable balls were welcomed, and it is clean and cheap with changing and shower facilities. In the evenings the club has a large family room which does have entertainment in the season, although not in the first two weeks of July when we visited. There is also a small 'arcade' room with a selection of games that the kids loved. For adults there is a child free (no under 14s) bar at the club that had bingo and a pub quiz (which we won!) on the friday night, and live acts on the Saturday, and meals are pleasant pub-grub with a reasonable selection and staff were very informed and helpful about food allergies (including providing me with a list of all restaurants and takeaways that provide gluten free food in Cromer and Sherringham). Prices were reasonable for eating in, but I felt that takeaway prices were a bit eye-watering. The whole family enjoyed the number of woodland walks you can take through and around the site (we walked into Overstrand which was a beautiful walk), and maps are freely available from the shop. In terms of amenities, the toilet blocks were always clean and the showers were nice and hot, but not overhot as some reviewers have commented, so perhaps this problem has been fixed. Washing up facilities are provided though the water was a little cold, and there is a laundry room with coin operated washing machines and dryers. The shop was large and well stocked, albeit a little pricey but no more so than most camp shops, and for larger purchases there are a number of supermarkets within a short drive. The site itself is large, attractive, and well-maintained. There are some sloped areas, which didn't affect us in a caravan, but might be a little uncomfortable for more than a couple of nights, but the staff can advise you about this when booking (we have camped in a tent here before), and are also very accommodating if you have a preference for a particular area of the site for any reason (we wanted to be near the toilet block due to having a disabled family member). You can walk into Cromer from the site (just over a mile I think) or to Overstrand if you fancy a longer walk, and Sherringham is easy to reach by car (and take the Steam train to Holt for the day - great fun!). Overall, I would highly recommend this site. It's beautiful, clean and welcoming, and for a family holiday really caters well for everyone.
This could have been a lovely place to stay, but the owners do not spend any money on the camping facilities. The shower block even now does not have any hot water, for most of the time. You have to walk to another block in another field to have a warm shower. This has been problems for years and has not been sorted out. The camping field had holes in, and the drive on was very muddy. Not good enough, especially for £30 per night! The staff tried to help, but they did not have the authority to sort it out, especially within the week.
Of all the money they raise from the statics, caravans and tents, this site could be great. The club house was good, it had a games room for kids and adults, the shop on site was good. It was quiet most nights. You can walk to the beach, but part of the route is along the main road, so be careful with children. We will return if it improves.
Efficient check in and quick but informative info update.
Clean shower & toilet blocks.
Nice touches are the clubhouse (if that's your thing), well stocked shop and a coved swimming pool.
Good play areas for the kids and lots of dog walking.
20 min walk to Overstrand beach, which is lovely.
Now the howevers :
Most pitches are on slopes
Free wifi doesn't cover the entire site (wifi isn't the be all and end all for a camping holiday, but with young kids it can be a lifesaver early in the morning)
Hot water is almost all gone by 10am
Pool gets a little mucky by the end of the day.
Lots of roads crossing the site, most people abide by the speed limit (some don't)
We had a powered pitch in the main tent area. A really nice pitch though on a slight decline with the regulation spacing between pitches. The toilet blocks are lovely, warm, clean with powerful hot showers. These have recently been modernised and are cleaned on a regular basis.
We haven't been able to use the pool as its still out of season so can't comment but have used the restaurant which is certainly no frills food but friendly helpful staff make up for that. Ish.
A fantastic family site. We were pitched around the edge of the field in a spacious, electric pitch and the kids had lots of space to play. There are two shower blocks and a lot of mention has been made of very hot showers. There were signs up warning water could get hot, but we didn't experience problems during our stay. The park is very family friendly, with a fairly decent park, good evening entertainment for the kids (not arcade type stuff, family disco etc) and a good sized pool which didn't seem to get too busy. Others have mentioned the shower cleaning times but it was between 10 and 11 ish whilst we were there, which I think is reasonable and there is a second block a short walk away if needed. Toilet paper is like gold dust first thing in the morning but got restocked pretty quickly before the majority of people awoke. The site is situated next to a forest walk, which was great for fun at dusk with torches, nature spotting. The site is near Cromer, which is worth a visit for crabbing but we preferred the beach at overstrand, as it was less rocky, The on site shop was larger than expected and well stocked. All in all, a great site and we will definitely return next year.
We loved this site. The woodland walks were fantastic for the kids and the dog. The pitch sizes were ample and there is lots of space around the park for the kids to play although the playground facilities weren't really ideal for our 2 and 4 year olds as apart from the one outside the pub they were more geared towards older children.
I found the shower temperatures fine but the hot water at the pot wash was scalding hot.
The location is fantastic as there are lots of places nearby to visit. We went to Cromer, crab fishing at Blakeney, amazing beach at wells and the sealife centre in great yarmouth. The staff in the shop and reception were really friendly and knowledgeable about places to visit.
Overall this is at the top of our list for places we have visited and although we don't normally like to return to the same places we are considering going back again next year!
We have just returned from 4 nights at Forest Park. The site is really nice well laid out, although quite sloping. We had tent pitch 15 which was fairly level.
Site has good facilities, plenty for the kids to do, with craft entertainment and other organised activities. Shop is well stocked and will re-freeze blocks but they do charge for this. Club was nice thought the food was a bit pricey but it did look nice. Used the swimming pool which was excellent and a nice bonus to have.
Comments have been made regarding the water - I did experience one very hot shower - but my second shower the water was a reasonable temperature. Could do with a few more sinks for washing up - but that is a minor thing.
Cromer and Sherringham are both nearby.
Overall this is an excellent site I would have no hesitation in recommending it and will definitely visit again.
Excellent site in a great location 5 minutes from Cromer. Well maintained fields ( we had an electric grass pitch) with generous pitches for even the largest tents. Some of the site is sloping, but nothing too alarming.
Plenty to do locally, including Cromer and Sheringham nearby.
Indoor pool is excellent, only £1 for adults and 50p for our toddler. Younger children have to be accompanied by parents etc - this didn't suit everybody but is a sensible rule.
Clubhouse is friendly; good fast service, the food is 'pub grub' but is fresh and tasty. It doesn't allow dogs inside and that is clearly the correct decision - however there is plenty of outdoor seating (not enough shade out there from the sun in our view though).
We were there during term time, midweek, and it was very quiet. However, other campers said it had been quite raucous over the weekend as a large all male party was allowed to camp near them, and the obscenities and noise levels were very loud through into the early hours. In our view, this is one of the quickest ways to kill off all your regular / reasonable trade.
Only one real downside - the shower block adjacent to the camping field. The showers did not maintain pressure or temperature. The temperature in particular varied without warning from freezing to boiling hot (we are talking too hot to reach in and wet a flannel, never mind stand under it). Reception were seriously in denial about this matter when challenged.
This is not simply a matter of disregard for campers and their children, who could so easily be scalded. It is a Health & Safety violation and requires full urgent remedial action.
This aside, an excellent site which we will no doubt visit again.
A good welcome from reception, pitch was very uneven electric box was broken and lying on the floor and it also needs to be 16 amps not 10 amps, we were all on top of each other but there should be at least 3 metres apart, we did complain about the electric 4 times then a warden came a day before we were leaving.
Pub food was just ok service was too laid back and our food came out in dribs and drabs. The children on the site looked to be having a great time entertainment in the club house, play area, swimming pool but the water looked a bit cloudy.
The worst part were the showers disgusting! I never saw one cleaner I did find a shower block that was a bit better than the other blocks but they were still dirty, hair in the plug hole and it had been there all week I was there, I know it's not just the shower facilities it's the people that use them as well.
I notice it had a David Bellamy award which made me laugh I will not be staying here again, sorry
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Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
Holiday Homes for Sale 
Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
Rallies Welcome 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
Baby Changing Facilities 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar On Site 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
Games Room 
Evening Entertainment 
Fishing <1 mile 
Wild Swimming <1 mile 
Indoor Pool On Site 
No Outdoor Pool 
No Horse Riding 
Cycle Hire <5 miles 
Golf <1 mile 
Tennis <1 mile 
Beach <1 mile 
Watersports <5 miles 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
Electric Car Charging Point
I've just 3 days camping at Forest Park. We have taken our touring caravan here several and we are never disappointed. The staff are willing to help out whenever possible and the facilities are clean and warm. There are some beautiful walks and sights within walking distance of the park. Most of the static homes are kept in a perfect manor and really inspire me to own one in the future. 
