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Just returned home from a 2 week break. This is our second stay at Thorpe Hall and we loved it. Being a large family and dog.
We found that the owners work incredibly hard to maintain a well established well cared for site. We did have an issue with a group next to us the first couple of nights but after we reported this they were quick to help and the incident quickly resolved.
Its a case of if you don't say anything to the management at the times their not on site, how are they suppose to know?
The grounds were well maintained and toilet blocks clean with free hot showers and soap. The kids love the games field and games room which they always look forward too.
I cannot speak highly enough on the friendly, helpful manner not to say how nice they are to the children even though they were in and out of the shop several times a day. Keep up the good work and we shall be back next year.
Our second visit to this site, as we loved it so much last year. This year, however, I have some negatives to give, though then I’ll end on what’s still fab about the site.
The 2 main areas we had problems with were:
1. They cut the grass but don’t pick it up, leaving swathes of soggy grass cuttings to get in your tent, and more importantly all over the washrooms – they really were a mess at most times.
2. This site attracts BIG tents and caravans. Our 5-man tent was by far the smallest, the units to either side of us were 8 and 10 man tents with gazebos & extensions, and we didn’t see anything smaller. This is just about OK, though I reiterate previous comments that the lack of plot shielding combined with tent sizes makes your neighbours feel very close.
This latter point is tolerable, except when you have families that blatantly ignore the ‘respect your neighbours’ rule re: being quiet at appropriate times. The little cherubs next to us started singing at 7am and were practising dance moves to loud music by 8. 30, and the parents seemed determined to use their electric air pump on everything that moved, at random points of the morning and late evening. Another camper complained that the caravan next to him had their TV blaring out late into the night. The noisy people were all local-ish people who talked of visiting regularly, and I think this makes them treat the site like their own garden.
This problem is confounded by the fact that the site manageress – who is brilliant in every other way, really fantastic – is not on duty before 9. 30am or after about 7pm, exactly the times when you need someone doing the rounds.
In the end, we left a day early as we couldn’t stand the noise from next door.
So, on to the good bits, by way of balance:
The showers are powerful and hot, and you can wash down the shower cubicle with them, prior to & after use. They are also free and don’t have those silly 5-second buttons. There are private sink-only cubicles in the ladies as well.
The site shop is pretty good, with local bacon etc and papers. The site manageress is a knowledgeable local lady with some great tips on places to visit; if she could be on site more I’m sure this place would be perfect.
It’s in a lovely area, with nice walks and good nature-watching. The pub down the road has shut down, so your nearest watering hole/food is a drive away now, but most other villages have at least 2 pubs and/or restaurants/cafes. And of course Bridlington and Filey are very near.
If we went back again, we’d ask to go in the overflow tent area, as its compact space meant no caravans, gazebos, groups etc and it looked very tranquil. However, note that it is very shady due to tall trees after abut 2pm.
When we arrived at the site at 2. 30pm the office/shop was closed, there was a notice on the door informing us of our pitch number and to get set up, we then paid when the shop opened at 4. 30pm.
The site is very well maintained with adequate showers and toilets that were very clean. There were no private washrooms for men sadly, although my wife informs me there were for the women.
The shop was stocked with the usual essential supplies. There was a games room which my children appreciated, they weren't very impressed with the playpark as this consisted of just a climbing rope and swing.
Negatives for this site for me, only one, I would have like a private washroom for men and that's all really.
We first found this site when it was newly opened around 1981 and spent many happy holidays there with our children. Now our children are grown up and still love to spend holidays here, albeit it camping instead of in caravan.
I now take my grandchildren and it is lovely to see that the site remains as clean and well kept as always. It is peaceful and safe for children and within easy reach of several seaside resorts, ie. Bridlington, Filey, Scarborough.
The addition of a holiday cottage is wonderful as now when our touring caravan days become too much we can still return to Thorpe Hall.
I was a young mum when we first found this site, now I am an OAP grandma and still go back, what a recommendation is that!
Thorpe Hall is ideal if you value peace and quiet, clean facilities and friendly helpful staff.
We visited this site last minute for a one night stay in a tent with my 5 year olld. We knew we would be late arriving and had contacted the site via email about it and they explained what to etc so very happy there.
As it was we arrived early and we could choose where to pitch and as we didn't need electric chose to be near he playground in the tent field. I think we were the only ones there! Though wouldn't really call it a playground just a wooden climbing frame maybe this is the only thing that could be improved.
Everywhere else stunning lovely well kept toilet block very nice clean inc plenty loo roll soap a hairdryer and a lovely family bathroom too in which you can bath the kids even had a baby bath and bath mat!
All signage is in kind of 50s war time style love it! There is a games/ tv room which was open all the time pool table etc couldn't work out how to turn the tv over though.
We drive into brid for fish and chips not sure if there are any pubs or anything in walking distance.
Cost was £18.50 a night with no electric which isn't peak season although it's is a lovely site I think a bit much. I would and probably will use it again.
We did leave pretty early next day as it chucked it down.
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We arrived on our cycles around 1pm, and unfortunately the reception was closed with a notice in the window stating it would reopen at 4. 30pm. We were not sure what to do and after 5 hours on our cycles we were tired and ready for a shower. After consulting with a chap who was cleaning the shower block we pitched our tent. The tent field is adjacent to the shower block/toilets so meant a small stroll. Showers are a cyclist best friend and we were not disappointed they were spotless and plenty of hot water, gels provided, 5 star. Feeling refreshed on the way back to our tent we passed the television games room which we thought we could watch a little television in the evening after our meal.
We had a nice cycle ride into Brid for supplies, then when we reentered the site we went to pay our site fee for one day. This is when we were disappointed as for one night in a small backpack tent we were charged £17, when we asked why the high charge their policy is that you pay for the pitch and not the size of tent. We feel they should have the site charges clearly visible on at reception, more so if it unmanned during the day. It dosent seem fair that a large family tent and say 8-9 campers pay the same as a one man back pack tent. Also when wanting to watch a bit of TV before turning in, the TV room was closed (6. 45pm) While good shower facilities, even though in another field, we wont be using the site if cycling again, as I felt a little bit cheated by their pricing policy.
Oh what a find! Lovely campsite and ideal location for exploring the coast without paying a premium for a seaside site. We booked last minute for the last weekend of the holidays having found our usual sites were full and were so glad now that they were! Even got the option to chose our pitch when ringing to book. Pitch was the flatest we've had and loved the walled garden giving the site a cosy feel. Some reviews said they thought the pitches were a bit small but we had ample room for our 8 man tent and various awnings. Little shop for all you need. More loos than I have ever seen on a campsite this size and three free showers and personal cubicles. All clean and plenty of hot water. Wash up facilities covered and well situated for chatting to fellow campers. Only complaint was group a couple of pitches along didn't observe the 11pm - 8 am quiet time and let their kids run around shrieking before 7 am. But there's always one, isn't there! Brid 5 miles, lovely Filey 11 miles. Highly recommended, on the list for next season!
This was our first venture into a camping holiday as a family and the campsite could not have been better. The toilet block & shower facilities were clean and well stocked with toilet roll! We stayed 10 days and only had to wait for a shower on 1 day and even then it was only a 5 minute wait. There is a family bathroom available to campers with young children and this was excellent.
The pitches had plenty of room around them, even for our 6 berth tent. The shop was well stocked and very reasonably priced. The staff were really friendly and made us feel welcome.
There were not many ammenities in the immediate surrounding area but this was not a problem.
There were a couple of things that could be improved - the shop didn't open until 9am which we felt was a bit late and the children's playground was just a wooden climbing frame. BUT, saying that, we would definitely go back.
Instead of camping, why not try a house for your break to the East Coast ! At this delightful family home you will be close to everything that Bridlington Old Town has to offer. If you want the roar of the sea, then you will be just a short drive or 30 minute walk to the harbour and beach. The house is fully kitted out with everything your family need for a stay away from home. Up to 4 guests - living room - kitchen - 2 bedrooms - 3 beds - 1 bathroom - good size year round garden - parking for 2 cars
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A David Bellamy award-winning site, this is a lovely setting, with areas devoted to wildlife, peaceful field-side walks and countryside camping, all alongside brilliant amenities.
The washrooms are of most note; they are clean and the showers are hot and extendible, which means you can hose the cubicles down to clean after yourself. And satisfyingly, everyone did. Ladies, there is a free hairdyer which is pretty good, and lots of mirrors & private sink cubicles. Only 3 showers but I never queued.
This is not a place for 'chavs' or anyone wanting to party; all of the campers were respecful of each other and tidied up after themselves. The small children's' play area & separate games field (no ball games in between tents, hooray) were used & not abused while we were there.
In fact, special mention to the large family (with S. African members) who were there while we were - we were convinced such a large unit would be noisy and troublesome, but they managed the task of both enjoying themselves (it was lovely to watch such nice children playing, never thought I'd hear myself say that!)as well as respecting that there were other campers in the vicinity, proving larger groups can indeed camp alongside couples without either losing enjoyment (or sleep!).
Our only criticism/observation is that the pitches are slightly too small, given the sizes of tents nowadays. We felt that had the camp area been full (and it nearly was) it would have been too crowded.
The site could do with losing about 5 pitches in the field, so that each is slightly larger, especially as many had mole hills & had to camp 'in' from the edge, reducing the green space even more. Then again, at least the pitches are numbered & allocated, with the details on the board at reception if you arrive when the manager is out.
We will definitely return. The campsite is clean & well-run, and the area is lovely, with great food at the Bosville Arms (15 mins walk) and Rampant Horse in Thwing. The seaside towns of Bridlington, Scarborough & Filey are on your doorstep - and that's another review in itself, but I was pleasantly surprised at how clean they were!
Thorpe Hall is our local bolt hole and we try to escape to this little jewel of a site when ever we can.
This wonderful site is perfect if you want a little peace and quiet. It is rather like stepping back in time, its unspoilt character gives Thorpe Hall a charm that is not seen in modern camp site's today.
The small shop/office is quaint and more than adequate, the big supermarkets are just down the road in Bridlington.
Jayne runs the site in a very professional manner, her customer service skills are exemplary and other sites would do well to try to emulate her.
The toilet block and pot wash are always immaculate and the family room is a real advantage if, (like us) you have small children, just ask Jayne for a key. There is a nice games room with pool machine, table tennis table and TV lounge for older children and a little climbing frame/tyre swings for younger ones.
The village of Rudston is a short walk away, I can't comment on the pub because we have never tried it, although I have heard good reports. We can however, recommend the newly completed children's playground, excellent.
Thorpe Hall is our favourite site and we are extremely lucky to have it on our doorstep.
For the very best Fish and Chips in Bridlington (voted by the locals) visit Bray's Fisheries on Lansdowne Road / Marshall Avenue you will not be disappointed.
Jayne in the shop could not be more friendly and helpful.
Site fantastic in the old walled veg garden of Thorpe Hall. Lots of children but very peaceful as children have a fantastic large games field and games room to use - whilst we were they all except the one family stuck to the no ball games near the caravans only on the games field. Jaynes checks the site after shops closed to make sure all is ok and no-one has any problems.
Toilets very clean and soap/shower gel provided.
Shop well stocked and newspapers can
Be ordered so they can keep them for you.
I would recommend the walk of the grounds with Sir Ian Macdonald saw some fantastic views and learnt a bit about the history of the grounds.
Had a huge meal at the pub in the village a 20min walk away.
This site is must for anyone wanting peace and quiet but the atmosphere of good traditional campsite with people outside and enjoying being there.
This is the first ever site we have stayed on as we are new to caravanning.
Don't think we could have picked a better place to stay on our first trip. The site is spotless and the facilities are first class, with a brand new toilet/shower block for 2011. Nice level enclosed grounds with very easy access. Didn't get chance to look at the TV/Games room nor the fishing lake with Bridlington just a short trip down the road we spent this trip looking around the local area.
I have given a 9/10 overall rating as this is our first encounter
Beautifully kept campsite in a walled garden. Our tent was up against the wall giving great shelter from any wind.
The site is one of the cleanest best kept sites we have stayed on.
Beautiful toilet/shower blocks always immaculately clean with lovely hot showers.
Lovely flat pitches, lovely grass and flowers everywhere.
Super little shop which stocks everything is run by Jayne the site manager who is very helpful.
Good dog walks, big field for kids to ride bikes, ball games etc, small park and games room.
Plenty of good pubs serving food in the surrounding villages.
Overall a really lovely relaxing little site if you want some peace and quiet.
Would recommend it to anyone, fantastic!
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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 
No Hardstandings 
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 
Bathroom 
Baby Changing Facilities 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing On Site 
Wild Swimming <5 miles 
Indoor Pool <5 miles 
No Outdoor Pool 
Horse Riding <5 miles 
No Cycle Hire 
Golf <5 miles 
Tennis <1 mile 
Beach <5 miles 
Watersports <5 miles 
Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles 
No Sea Views 
Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <5 miles
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
Just returned home from a 2 week break. This is our second stay at Thorpe Hall and we loved it. Being a large family and dog. 
