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Forest View Campsite
L Esperance
Dorceau
Normandy (Browse area)
61110
Tel: +33 233837855 or +33 678 321945
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Pitches: 22
Open: 01/05/2026 to 30/09/2026
01/05/2027 to 30/09/2027
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 No Statics for Sale |
 No Seasonal Pitches |
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 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 Rallies Welcome |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
 Motorbikers Welcome |
| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
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 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 Baby Changing Facilities |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 No Gas Exchange |
 No Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 No Freezer / Fridge |
 Motorhome Point |
 Wifi Access |
 Shop <5 miles |
 Bar On Site |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site |
| Activities |
 No 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 |
 No Golf |
 No Tennis |
 No Beach |
 Watersports <10 miles |
 No Boat Launch |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 Campfires Allowed |
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 Lakeside Pitches |
 Public Transport <5 miles |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: September 2014 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Jjgderbyshire |
9 reviews from this member |
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 We stayed for 15 nights on one of the lakeside pitches and can only describe it as idyllic. Peter and Sarah are the perfect hosts and cannot do enough to make your stay as close to perfect as possible. The site has a pleasant ambience and we met some nice people with whom socialising was a pleasure. As for the area, this is rural Normandy and there are plenty of places to visit if you do a bit of research or just ask Peter or Sarah, who will assess your preferences and point you in the right direction. The Markets are real French markets and not Tourist markets. You will go for a menu de jour at a bar/cafe and find yourselves the only Brits there, so prices are consequently reasonable and the food very good. The French people in the area are really pleasant and helpful even though very few of them speak English, so take your phrase book or make an effort with the language. Take your bikes as there are some fantastic cycling opportunities in the area. Angling on the lake is for the specialist carp fisherman and there appears to be some good river fishing in the area. If you want a relaxing holiday without leaving the site, this is the place to do it. If you want to discover the area, driving in the Normandy countryside is a pleasure and there are unspoilt towns, villages and interesting locations to visit without driving too far. This was our ninth holiday in France and I must say it was our best. 
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| Date of Visit: September 2014 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Reviewer: Andymazb |
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We had a great stay at Forest View. Peter and Sarah were very welcoming and helpful. Plot fantastic with great views across the lake, and the forest beyond. Having a get together with the rest of the guests at the bar, was a very good idea, helping the guests to mingle and enjoy each other's stories.
All the facilities were first class, very clean and well kept.
Looking forward to another stay, in the not too distant future!
Thanks Peter and Sarah, for a very enjoyable stay.
Love from Andy and Marilyn
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| Date of Visit: August 2014 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Adam-nottingham |
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We booked a pitch at short notice as we were heading to Normandy for the World Equestrian Games and our other accommodation was found to be unsuitable.
When we arrived we found the pitch to be extremely spacious (much more so than a lot of the UK campsites) and either side of the pitch had a hedge for additional privacy. There was an extremely warm greeting for us after we had set up and made our way to the bar/restaurant and we also spotted board games and books to entertain people when the weather was not looking too good!
Throughout the week nothing seemed to be too much trouble for Peter or Sarah and they were extremely happy to help in whatever way they could (Peter stopped the rain within 24 hours of us requesting it). There is free wireless internet available in the bar/restaurant area for those that cannot tear themselves away from modern technology.
The shower and toilet block is basic but clean and has all of the essentials that you would need for a comfortable stay, they also have a washing machine available for rent.
One of our party was due to go camping a short time after our return to the UK but was paying the same price for 2 nights that we paid for 6 nights at this campsite, she thought that it was too cheap here and that there must be a 'catch', this definitely wasn't the case.
We have only stayed here once (6 nights in total) but I really could not recommend this campsite enough, if you want to experience a comfortable and relaxing environment at a very reasonable price then look no further.
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| Date of Visit: August 2014 |
Unit: Trailer Tent |
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| Reviewer: Whitwick Wanderer |
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We stayed here for 2 nights at the beginning of a 3 week trip through France to the Pyrenees. It was a slight detour from our chosen route but well worth it. The amenities are good and both fields have their plus sides. The Orchard is very spacious if a little sloping with enormous pitches allowing you to avoid the large apples that fall in Autumn ! The Lakeside pitches are ideal for those who want to do a spot of fishing or just relax in the idyllic scenery. We arrived after a few days of rain but had no problems with our pitch - so I guess it drains quite well. Our hosts were very pleasant and helpful. Unfortunately we arrived on one of the nights they offered a meal in the restaurant / bar but these have to be booked in advance so we are unable to comment on the food. The surrounding countryside was rolling hills and had an English feel to it - had we been there longer I guess it would have been good for walking/cycling. Travelling with a dog the field across the road provided ample walking first thing in the morning and a short drive provided us with a longer forest walk in the afternoon. There was an excellent hypermarket just down the road which supplied the cheap petrol for the next stage of our journey. For us the 2 negatives, and they are minor, would be that while we were there the campsite was populated almost entirely by Brits and the weather was obviously as changeable as England - so we needed to move further south for more of a French experience. For us this was though an excellent short stay.
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| Date of Visit: July 2014 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Harveysmum |
11 reviews from this member |
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Spent time at this site on the way down south and again on the way home and are so glad we chose to return to see what the new owners have achieved. The owners have done an amazing job in making this site a haven of peace and tranquillity. Now the site has a new shower block, which also includes washing up area - all very clean and tidy. The pitches are large and well mown with beautiful views of the large fishing lake. The owners make every camper feel so special and a couple of times a week the owner offers delicious food, served in their pleasant, relaxed bar/restaurant enabling you to meet and chat with other campers if you wish. We really didn't want to leave this site and cannot wait to return very, very soon.
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| Date of Visit: July 2014 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Kemu19 |
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The site is very well organised with good clean sanitary facilities. There is an area where you can buy drinks on site and a big building with sofas which you can go into and use the wifi. There was no 'plat du jour' on this week as the owners were catering each night for a large group.
It is a very pretty site with beautiful grass and a lake for people to catch fish in. You do feel a bit odd taking up a lakeside pitch if you don't fish though!
The site owners were very helpful and friendly on our arrival and during our stay.
However It just wasn't for us. And to be fair non of our reasons are the site owners fault but to give a balanced review to help others these are our thoughts:
It just seemed remote, If there had been a village within walking distance or at least a couple of kilometres cycle ride which had it's own shop or bar, then that would have made a difference. We drove to the nearest town Remalard which didn't seem to be that interesting, and there is an intermarche not too far away. We didn't stay long enough to see if the area had more to offer but it did appear as if you would have long drives to reach anything.
Everyone stopping seemed to be British - and we prefer a mix of nationalities.
It was peaceful and very green - if you like fishing and are happy to be surrounded by British people during your stay, then this could be site for you.
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| Date of Visit: June 2014 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Peetybee |
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Travelled here from Norwich with my two mates on motorcycles, booked the site on the fly based on reviews and must say we were very impressed. Welcomed by Peter who generously lent us his barbecue without which we would have starved! (Not really!)
Cannot fault the site at all, very clean and tidy with a lovely atmosphere of calm and superb cooking from the owner. We stayed for nine nights and we wished it could have lasted longer and we certainly would recommend this site to our friends for either a stop-over or for longer. Great value, can't wait to return.
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| Date of Visit: June 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Tom Lightfoot |
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A big thank you to the owners for our very first overseas camping holiday and we couldn't have wished for a nicer site. The pitch over looking the lake was fantastic.
The showers and toilet block were always clean.
I would gladly recommend this site to anyone looking for a peaceful and picturesque haven.
We'll be back
Tom and Sue Lightfoot
Plus our two Labradors George & Amber.
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| Date of Visit: June 2014 |
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| Reviewer: DPand PP |
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This lovely site should be kept a secret between the lucky ones who have found it. We arrived on a wet Sunday to find a fairly water logged pitch (chosen by us) After some efforts to get the caravans onto the chosen pitches, we decided to leave things as they were and go for a well earned meal in the restaurant(excellent food thank you Sarah) The following day, still damp the owner (Peter) offered us a choice of different locations around the site which may be somewhat less damp. Spots chosen, Peter promptly mounted his favourite toy (sorry Tractor) and moved us to the new location, getting a touch damp in the process. All was well for a few days until we heard the news that our granddaughter had been rushed to hospital in the UK. Explaining the situation to Peter and Sarah it was decided that we would return home without the caravan. Sarah arranged for our dog to attend the local vet, 10 minutes later job done. Peter offered to store our van if we could not get back to the site to continue our holiday, Thankfully granddaughter is on the mend and after traveling almost 1000 miles in 3 days granddad is also recovering. The site has all the facilities you could want clean and well maintained. The restaurant is excellent and the owners are without doubt the most caring customer conscious We have ever come across. If you want a lovely site in a lovely area of France with helpful caring owners you cannot go far wrong with Forest view. If you want swimming pools and discos and noise don, t bother. WE WILL RETURN
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| Date of Visit: May 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Bessecarr |
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We stayed here for six nights at the beginning of our trip around France and were made so welcome by the owners Peter and Sara, that we returned for a further six nights at the end of our trip. We were treated like friends from day one and by the end we were friends, a lovely couple who deserve all the best of luck for the future, we will certainly be back. With regards to the site, not for people who want lots of activities but great for the fisherman and those who want a nice relaxing holiday. Pitches are a good size, some a little sloping but nothing to worry about. There is a super market 10 mins away. Sara does some lovely meals for those who do not want to cook all the time and Peter runs a good bar (hic)all in all really worth a visit. Roger and Angie
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| Date of Visit: April 2014 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Joinga |
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Just visited Forest View campsite and it is beautiful, relaxing, peaceful and has lovely surroundings.
The owners were incredibly welcoming and really helpful throughout our stay.
On our first and last night they invited us to dine with them and a few other campers, which was a really lovely touch. All sat round a table together, chatting and getting to know each other and sharing tips about camping and what to see and do in the area. The food Sarah cooked was amazing and she was more than happy to cater for vegetarians and rustled up some lovely dishes.
The toilet facilities were very clean and very new and had everything you would need. The actual campsite has various areas to camp depending on your requirements and a beautiful fishing lake. The walks around the local area were really stunning and there is a supermarket just a few minutes down the road.
During the evening you can either visit the main house and have a few drinks or sit and watch the amazing sunsets. There is a lovely terrace area which is a nice place to sit and relax and there is free wifi available if you need it.
All in all a perfect break with lovely hosts. Will definitely go back!
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| Date of Visit: April 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Etikkka |
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We just returned from Forest view we arrived by chance this weekend. The site is great, well located with a nice lake in the middle. Peter and Sarah are excellent hosts and were very helpful during our stay. Despite the season a little chilly in April the camp is very well equipped and sanitary hot shower. It is conveniently located up near the green cast to explore the region by bike
Nous revenons tout juste du Forest view oû nous sommes arrivés par hasard ce week-end. Le site est super, bien situé avec un jolie lac au milieu. Peter et Sarah sont d'excellents hôtes et ont été d'une aide précieuse durant notre séjour. Malgré la saison un peu fraîche au mois d'avril le camp est très bien équipé en sanitaire et en douche bien chaude. Il se trouve idéalement place près de la coulée verte pour explorer la région à vélo
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| Date of Visit: February 2014 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Reviewer: Onetengrant |
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My husband and I and our 7 year old daughter spent 5 nights here in half term. I cannot praise the site and the owners enough. The site is incredibly beautiful in a rurall location. The facilities are very well maintained. Peter and Sarah are excellent hosts. Sarah's cooking is delicious. Nearby there is a cycle track that has been made on a disused railway that you can cycle about 60km without any traffic - excellent for cycling with children.
We shall definitely be returning
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| Date of Visit: March 2014 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Reviewer: LiquidLunch |
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Visited in March, met by the owners who were very helpful and friendly. The pitches are very sloping so kept my unit on the hardstanding driveway area, do not believe I would have been able to get it level.
As it was out of season the main facilities were closed so unable to rate these though the building appeared to be new but unfinished.
Wifi is inaccessible from the pitches meaning you have to go up to the bar/terrace to connect which is not always convenient.
Due to the bar/restaurant not being open on our visit thought that the price charged was a bit steep for just a pitch and the use of the disabled toilet/shower.
A nice quiet site with a bit of road noise especially in the morning and evening.
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| Date of Visit: January 2014 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Reviewer: Daisyted |
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Arrived after dark on a wet January night on our way back to Calais. Had not booked but had found this site on the internet. We received a warm welcome from the owners and was suitably sited on a hardstanding pitch for the night.
The owner even invited us for a meal, Thanks again.
Next morning we were greeted with a superb view of the lake and surrounding countryside.
We wish we could have stayed longer but are keeping this site on our list of sites to visit.
Facilities were closed for the winter so cannot give a rating, although the shower block did look impressive.
If you are looking for a stopover en-route to the sun I would recommend Forest View. (Sites are hard to find in this area at this time of the year).
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