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The drive to the site seemed 'hairy' down the track, wondered where I was going, but after being directed to drive around the site to park-up, while others were coming in, the site looked lively and fun to be in.
The wardens lead us to the pitch which, as C&CC warned, we needed ramps.
The walk to the top of the hill, National Trust Beeston Ridge, was breath taking, and a gentle walk down through the Caravan Club site to the station enabled us to take the train to Cromer, or you could have travelled into Norwich.
West Runton Golf Club provided a good beer stop before the walk back to the site, and look back on a good day out.
First things first, yes the approach road is grim. Apparently the C&CC blame The National Trust? If you have a large outfit and meet a similar one coming the other way you will require a stiff brandy by the time you reach reception.
However once you actually arrive things improve considerably. We were there in a busy week of the school holidays with the site almost full but found it to be a pleasant and relaxing stay. Our experience of the staff was positive though one horror story over pitching distances between units was being retold over the washing up one morning!
Our pitch was flat but some do slope gently. Rock pegs were helpful - you could buy them at reception.
Both toilet blocks were being heavily used but the staff made valiant attempts to keep them as clean as possible.
Surprisingly there was no wifi but we are also members of the Caravan Club system. This meant we were able to sit on 'our' side of the fence but use their signal off the neighbouring site.
The walking was excellent. It is worth buying the large scale OS map from reception. We made it quite easily to Cromer and Sheringham though it is probably too far if you have small children or wish to carry a lot of stuff to the beach.
Our only longer trip was to the Sainsburys art gallery at UEA, aka Norwich Univ to most people. The building, displays and café were all excellent but the parking was appalling. You either need to have a disabled badge, be very lucky, catch the bus or walk quite a way from the campus pay and display site.
Overall, a nice holiday - we will doubtless return.
This is one of the best and friendliest sites we have stayed at yet. Some of the grass pitches are sloping and you may need chocks, the facilities are clean and functional, there is never too far to walk to refill your water or empty your waste or chemical disposal. We made use of the washing machine whilst we were there with no drama. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly, particularly when we needed to know the local GP facilities for our son. That said the access road is uncomfortable, it is steep, narrow and very bumpy, although we traversed it daily in the car without issue. Cromer is very close nearby and worthy of a visit or two. The closest supermarkets are Morissons Co-op and Aldi. We will definitely visit again.
This site is a real gem, we camped here ten nights and can honestly say it's the best site we have visited to date.
The road down as others have stated is a little tricky, we had a trailer so just simply took our time. We encountered no problems with other motorists/campervan or caravans respectively. It's just a simple matter of taking care and being considerate.
On arrival, we were greeted by the exceptionally friendly site staff and given a tour of the site to find an ideal spot. The site is situated within beautiful forests and does suffer from being a little uneven in places with some areas and pitches suffered from sloping issues. These suited the caravans on site that could level themselves out, we chose a central spot which was perfect for both shower/toilet blocks and the children's play area. Centre of the park also gave us a level pitch with plenty of sunshine.
The toilet/shower blocks were lovely, spacious and very well kept with no queuing due to the amount of showers per block which is quite rare and made a very welcome change.
People on site were all extremely friendly and seemed to have been returning to this site year after year, no noise issues at night either.
There are a number of walks around the site for the avid rambler and dog walkers. Cromer, West and East Runton can all be accessed via the footpaths. Our favourite walk was just out the back of the site where you can access a National Trust owned hill that overlooks the surrounding areas and can be stunning if the weather is kind, we witnessed a beautiful sunset one evening which will last with me forever.
If you love being surrounded by nature, surrounded by forrest, peace and quiet and only five minutes drive from the coast then give this site a go.
I don't know what to say to add to the great reviews to this site. It is a lovely site.
The entrance, as already stated, is tight and uneven so a little difficult for caravans but as we are tent campers, was okay for us - just had to be a little careful. There were a lot of caravans on the site, so obviously not too much of a problem just a matter of being careful. We were unsure where to park when we arrived as there were no notices but, discovered later that what we should have done was to drive around the campsite first, look at the empty pitches and choose one, then drive back to the entrance, park by a designated sign and tell the warden where we wanted to go. There are no signs telling you this, but this was not a problem and the warden just asked a few questions and took us where he thought would be suitable which was fine.
We were a bit confused on which way the warden wanted us pitch (as we use our side entrance and not the front) but it was okay. There is a barrier system and you are given a code to get in.
The pitches are quite spacious, ours being fairly flat but some are undulating. The only problem we had was screwing the dogs' corkscrew in - it just didn't hold anywhere on our pitch, but others seemed to manage fine. The pitches are sheltered by trees which proved useful on a few blustery evenings!
The toilets and showers are brilliant and there are 2 blocks. Lots of showers and sink cubicles, the showers having plenty of space and nice hot water with good pressure every time. The blocks themselves are modern and were nice and warm and immaculately clean.
There are some nice walks from the site to the beach and it is easy to walk to either Cromer or West Runton and even Sheringham if you're feeling like a longer walk (still not too far).
There is a hut that holds lots of information about the area which is very useful as it's not just theme parks etc. , there are walks and useful information.
The wardens are always around to give out information should you need it.
Dogs are welcome although they must be on a lead and there are lots of walks just outside the campsite.
The site is away from any roads, so it is really a peaceful site (lovely). I read on here that there is a curfew - this we didn't know but it does go quiet.
In summary, an excellent site with lovely walks, great location, good size pitches, great shower blocks and in a really quiet, peaceful and relaxing setting. What more could you ask for?!
(For my full review of West Runton C&CC site please scroll back to June 2014)
Camping & Caravanning Club sites have a reputation for being run and maintained to consistently high standards; West Runton campsite is no exception. I recently returned for a second short stay so here is a very brief update.
As before, I found the staff very friendly and helpful - full marks. However, the road access remains a bit of a problem: the gravel track to the campsite is narrow and quite bumpy - fine for cars but not ideal for larger motorhomes or towed caravans.
There were plenty of touring caravans and motorhomes on the campsite during my stay but not many tents. The noise curfew at night ensured the site was quiet.
The rabbits seemed less in evidence this time but the grass is still very short.
As in my previous visit, I found the facilities were kept spotlessly clean. They were replenished regularly and there was plenty of hot water.
This is a well-run campsite with first-rate facilities in a good location and I continue to recommend it.
This was the best site of our holiday. Absolutely beautiful. Clean washrooms, friendly management and lovely walks on the hill above the campsite from which there is an amazing view of the surrounding area.
There are a few pubs to choose from in East and West Runton, the sea is close by and it's not far to cycle to Sheringham or Cromer. We had planned to stay for one night and ended up staying three. The lane to the site is narrow but we had no problems as we arrived after mid-day and left before mid-day.
With our over 60s discount and the 20% September discount, our stay was a real bargain.
A really nice site, with the discounts we got a really good deal, but the access lane is a shocker, its 900 mtrs of a really bad surface, its narrow and the passing places are apart from a couple of half decent ones are only enough for 2 cars to pass, but even worse there is nothing about not coming onto the site before 12 o clock, it only says to leave before 12, I followed a caravan going out at 11. 30am and he met one coming in, he had to reverse 100mtrs to a suitable passing place, but it is a really nice site.
This was our second visit to this site and it wont be our last, an absolutely lovely site, very well run and excellent facilities.
We were camping with family in a tent and were really pleased when the wardens were able to set us up in neighboring pitches, this was in spite of the site being very busy due to Cromer carnival week.
The showers get a lot of use, there are two blocks but there were still queues at peak times. The toilets and showers were both clean and well maintained.
The site does have a very tricky entrance road, do not even attempt to get onto the site before 12pm, if a caravan or motorhome meets one coming up the entry road it is hair raising to say the least!
There are some lovely walks from the site up through the national Trust land but beware of adders, we spotted our first one just off the footpath.
The site is within easy reach of Sheringham and Cromer with Blakeney being about 30 mins drive up the coast and perfect for crabbing. It is possible to walk to the beach but you would need to be pretty fit and without small kids.
This year, I've camped at several Camping & Caravanning Club sites and have found them all to be run and maintained to consistently high standards. My most recent stay was at the C&CC site at West Runton and it did not disappoint.
The location is very good - the campsite lies between the resorts of Sheringham and Cromer and is situated in pine woods on a ridge of wooded heathland. In fact, the highest point in Norfolk (Roman Camp) is within a few minutes' walk of the campsite. There are also extensive coastal views from nearby Incleborough Hill.
The road access is adequate for cars, camper vans and small motorhomes but less less than ideal for larger motorhomes or towed caravans. The metalled road (Sandy Lane) from the A148 is narrow and the gravel track down to the campsite is even narrower and quite bumpy. Nonetheless, there were plenty of touring caravans and motorhomes on the campsite during my stay.
A barrier system controls access and the wardens live on saite near the entrance and reception. I got a warm welcome and booking-in was swift and efficient. As I have said in other reviews, C&CC sites aren't cheap if you are not a C&CC member but if you are the rate is very reasonable. For non-members, the cost is offset by the peace of mind of staying at such well-run and peaceful sites.
After booking in, I was shown round by the warden and offered a choice of pitches. Electric hook-up (EHU) is available on many of the pitches although I chose a non-electric pitch. There was a hard-surfaced access track conveniently near my pitch and I was able to park my car beside the tent.
The site lies on undulating ground and is enclosed by trees. Thus many of the pitches slope gently and there is plenty of shelter. The site is sub-divided into different areas by low hedges, shrubs and metalled access tracks.
The grass is kept very short, no doubt helped by the copious number of rabbits, and the soil is quite light so tent pegs go in easily. There are adequote drinking water stands, plenty of EHU outlets and fire points on the camping areas.
Dogs are welcome (if kept on a lead) and there are plenty of footpaths to walk dogs adjacent to the campsite. There is also a neatly-kept a play area for children.
There are two large-ish facilities blocks. Both are modern purpose-built units and are fitted out and maintained to a very high standard. There are plenty of washing cubicles and plenty of showers. During my stay everything was kept spotlessly clean.
Overall, this campsite is a credit to the C&CC. It has a really laid-back atmosphere and seems very well-run. There is a noise curfew at night and so the site was very quiet despite it being fairly full.
This was our 2nd trip to this site we were going to go to Manor Farm but decided to go to a site we knew, toilet and shower block always spotless.
We had a super pitch for the extra space, not like we needed it, our folding camper was lost on it (well almost) even the standard size would have been more than large enough.
This site does have a dodgy access road, you really don't want to go down it fast! We met a large 4x4 and caravan on the way down and there isn't much room for manoeuvring. But don't let that put you off this lovely site.
Cromer & Sheringham only a couple of miles away and great days out.
Lovely location - seemingly in a very large clearing on delightful forests and fairly hilly heathland. (Highest point in Norfolk nearby!)
Club directions to site suggest coming from the A148 rather than from the A149 coast road in West Runton. (We think this may be because the advised route uses a one way system rather than a the 2 way narrow road from West Runton. )
We weren't too keen on the quite rough, steep and winding 1/2 mile (single track with small passing places. )approach lane to site. Because of this it is most important to leave before 12 and do not enter say before 12. 30. Would be impossible if 2 towed caravans meet - one would have to do some very skilled reversing!
All that said site is so good - usual CCC standards - staff very pleasant and helpful. Chocks required on most pitches. Only about 10 hard-standings but sandy soil so well drained that driving easy even after heavy rain.
Excellent walking via 3 pedestrian exits from site itself - one at top of site takes you into the adjacent CC site - essential for us as the only way we could leave site using my wife's mobility scooter to get to West Runton Village, railway station and beach etc. (We are members of both clubs - but we weren't accused of 'trespass' anyway - in fact we eventually moved to CC site as being easier for disabled access to the bright lights of West Runton without having to move our Motorhome. (OK for mobiity scooter and dog on the train. )
TV reception quite good but no Wi-fi. (Guess who had just paid for 1 year's C&CC Wi-fi subscription!)
Last but not least we met some very friendly folks and our dog also loved the rabbits!
Site approached via an interesting Forest road. The site feels as if you are in the middle of nowhere, yet there are a few other sites only a stones throw away, but they don't impact on the wonderful sense of tranquillity at this site.
The welcome was friendly and efficient, fantastic facilities. Spotless and warm toilet block. Play area for the kids.
From this site there are some lovely walks. Heading north west you get to West Runton. Trains to sherringham etc. Or head north east to East Runton, good beach or if feeling more energetic carry along the beach into Cromer.
Whilst at the site on our last morning I dropped my watch. Reported it to reception, who were very helpful and said they would keep an eye out for it. Well later that day it was found. When we got home there were messages form the site to say it was safe. They were extremely diligent in packaging up and posting it to me at home.
Wonderful site and wonderful staff. We will definitely come back.
Wow! Love this site. Love the tree lined bumpy road to get to it, love the peace and quiet, love the lay out with a large area and smaller areas, loved the bird song. We were warned to take chocks but this was the first time ever we didn't need them!
So, review. Lovely reception on arrival, very friendly wardens and asked if we had a preference for where we wanted to be-near the ablutions- near the play area etc. The site was immaculate and being a BH week-end filled up very quickly. We never felt crowded.
The ablutions are top notch. And warm. I like the fact that the toilets are away from the showers and wash basins, although in the same room, I like the sense of privacy it gives.
The washing up area was spacious and there was always lovely hot water, both in the ablutions and the washing up area.
We took a short walk along the coastal path to West Runton where there is a small butchers that sells amazing meat; tea room, small supermarket and, joy of joys, a camping accessories shop.
Fish and Chip van came and was well received but we had already made a visit to the local butcher.
Cannot fault this site nor the wardens.
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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 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
Baby Changing Facilities 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
Battery Charging 
Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
Motorhome Point 
No Wifi Access 
No Shop 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile 
Kids 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 
Beach <1 mile 
No Watersports 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
No Dog Walk 
The drive to the site seemed 'hairy' down the track, wondered where I was going, but after being directed to drive around the site to park-up, while others were coming in, the site looked lively and fun to be in. 
