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Just spent a few days at this site. It is very easy to find and in a lovely area but definitely will not go again. The Wardens were very helpful and we like the barrier system. Several things let this site down which is a shame as it has good potential.
1. On entering the site you first see a section with old used motorhomes and caravans for sale which looks a very rough and neglected area.
2. Before we got to our pitch we passed several rough and run down areas that contained seasonal caravans and also rough tarmac areas for touring caravans and motorhomes where no awnings are allowed.
3. By the end of the day the toilets give the appearance of being dirty and run down.
4. Swimming Pool - apparently this area is fairly new but you would not think so.
5. Jaks Barn is OK and also the cafe by Jaks Barn - cannot fault these.
Overall the site could do with a good clean up. A lot of the seasonal caravans and their awnings were very dirty. The site should impose a rule that the owners must keep the outside of their caravan/awning clean and presentable. Many of these seasonal pitches had long grass and large weeds surrounding them.
We managed to get a booking at Lower lacon at fairly short notice for a Bank Holiday - everywhere else was booked up.
Our first impressions were 'oh no, what have we done' - the first part of the site with the Motorhome sales area really gave a bad impression. Then we were confronted by a barriage of kids on all sorts of bikes, scooters etc who seemed to continuously ride from one end of the site to the other.
After passing the camping pitch (which to be honest looked a bit like a music festival site - there didn't seem to be much room between the tents) we were directed to our hardstanding pitch by a very friendly warden.
Unfortunately, the pitch was right next to the main road through the site, so there was no real privacy from the constant passing of groups of kids and teens, and a few seemed to like to congregate just outside our van for some reason.
But we thought 'at least it's a weekend away' and battened down the hatches. Things went nice and quiet before midnight, and we managed to sleep well.
The procession and gathering continued throughout the weekend, but to be honest, in the end it didn't really bother us. I stuck my head around the door of Jakks barn, but didn't bother going in.
Showers were very grubby in the morning, and there is only one hook to hang your clothes on - so they inevitably fell in the mud at the end of the cubicle - and I was a little surprised to see that the shower blocks were closed from 11-12:30 for cleaning - surely they weren't cleaned just once a day?
We managed to catch the train from Wem to Shrewsbury on Saturday, and walked into Wem on Sunday - both very nice.
In all, an ok weekend, where we sort-of got used to the hustle and bustle - but I doubt we'll go back, and I certainly wouldn't recommend it if you fancy a peaceful break!
Well me and my boyfriend had been here before and really enjoyed it. This time we went with our friends and still enjoyed it but found they was just a little bit too strict. We understood that it was a family park and about the noise to a minimum at 11 but when you have adults playing there music at 7:50 in the morning and not being told didn't make us very happy.
All the facilities there were very good but found that the toilets were too far to walk to at night yet the caravans were very close and obviously they have their own toilets. The bar staff by the pool was very polite.
We also found that it was too strict with the way we had to put our tents and cars I think if we was able to pick where we wanted to go you wouldn't have the problem with people complaining.
So overall this is not a good site for if you want a laugh in a group
On arrival we were given a map and a barrier card (£10 returnable) - there is a strict 5mph speed limit on the site which is adhered to and the wardens do let people know if they are going too fast.
The site is separated into various small 'fields' which each hold around 10 pitches and are surrounded by trees and hedges which give it a small friendly feel - although there are also 2 large tent fields which don't seem as 'cosy'.
The toilet / shower block was large and the hot water was free and plentiful. The toilets were cleaned regularly and are closed from 12. 30-1. 30 for a deep clean. The first night we arrived it was raining so the floor was getting muddy but as if by magic the mud vanished very quickly due to the diligence of the cleaners.
There are staff members driving around regularly and the site has a very safe feel to it.
The children's play area is great and there are also woodland walkways built to connect the fields to the toilet blocks which are great for exploring.
The outdoor pool was fantastic and luckily we had great weather so the kids were in it both days we were there - the bar is next door so we enjoyed a cold beer whilst watching the tiddleypeeps swim!
The shop is very well stocked and is very well priced - often site shops rip you off but this was not the case here. Papers can be ordered in advance for collection.
There are numerous animals around the site which is great for children.
Washing up sinks are 10p each so make sure you have a supply of 10p pieces.
There is a laundrette, plenty of water points.
We will be returning to this site as it close to home but mainly because it has everything we would want from a site.
Just back from an excellent weekend at Lower Lacon. This is a friendly family site that whilst large is well spread with generous pitch sizes and many fields and hedges and trees spacing up the various pitching areas.
The site is easy to find - as others have noted, it is well sign-posted from 8-miles away! Don't follow the postcode on your satnav, ignore the last right turn instruction and go on a further 300 metres or so. Or get the GPS co-ordinates from the site website.
Check-in is easy and friendly. I like the secure barrier with a key-card available for a returnable £10 deposit. Two friendy wardens showed us to our pitch, offered help and told us about the various facilities. It is also good to know that the wardens are always on duty and their mobile numbers are posted on various key buildings of the site.
The weekend got off to a perfect start with the gent from the neighbouring pitch offering assistance to set-up and a cold beer. The beer went down a treat. Very welcome and maybe we should make this part of an unwritten golden rule for all vanners?!
Our pitch was a size D - 8m x 6m well enough for van, canopy and car. Our hook-up lead was just about the right length but as others have noted, some pitches can be a long way from the hookup post and the site will loan extension leads. The pitches are not serviced but there are plenty of fresh-water points and points to drain grey water and elsan disposal points too.
The toilet and shower blocks are large and clean. Some have noted that there is often toilet paper on the floor - this is not down to disciple or hygiene - simply the type of dispenser the site uses. Most people realise this and they were spotless the weekend we were there. Showers free and lots of hot water. One block has a fold down chair fitted to the shower cubicle wall which is handy to sit on to get dry.
Children will love the variety of animals - friendly alpacas and kune kune pigs that are in many fields dotted around the site. We also enjoyed the free mini-golf for 30-mins or so. The play area is ok but our kids really enjoyed playing in the woods and exploring.
Whilst the swimming pool is outdoors, we were lucky enough to catch a pleasant English summer weekend and went in the pool a couple of times. There are lots of chairs and tables available for all. After 12pm on a weekend the bar opens so you can sit under a shade and enjoy a cold beer whilst keeping an eye on the kids in the pool. Although there is no lifeguard at the pool, everyone was well behaved and even though the site was busy. A key thing for me about Lower Lacon is that the site is so well spread out it never felt too busy.
The café next to Jakks Barn is superb - really excellent quality food and great value. We had an evening meal there on Friday and fed a family of 5 for £13 - the home-made curry was as good as that from any restaurant. The breakfast is also a bargain. The staff in the café really care about the service and the food quality. It has a really nice family vibe.
I have to note that at many sites you seem to get squeezed on drink and food prices - not here. Everything is good value. The drinks in the club and barn at a pub levels with some good offers on.
Jakks barn is kids/family centric with a few machines and activities especially for the kids. Usual thing - kids disco, karaoke, kids bingo.
The Windmill clubhouse is adults only but kids or people with dogs can sit under-cover outside too. Saturday night had karaoke and the attendees were friendly and gave a few good numbers.
Quite a few people with dogs, but all respected the rules and kept them pegged or caged when they weren't being walked. Everyone must have picked up after themselves as there was zero mess.
There are a lot of seasonal tourers on this site and someone must have had a word since previous reviews as the majority are immaculate and well appointed. Quite a few have very nice lighting of a night. I noted many left furniture outside all day and night even when the van is obviously unattended - a credit the secure feeling on the site.
The shop at reception is well stocked and prices are fair. Just note you'll need to order your paper the night before if you want to guarantee one. There's a good supply of camping and caravan spares also. Also a good selection of used motorhomes and caravans in a business near to reception.
Also note the shop doesn't sell suitable meat if you want a bbq. Glad to say we popped into Wem and visited the local butchers on the high street where we bought the tastiest sausages and burgers that grilled a treat. Much better than pre-packed stuff from the supermarket.
Many of the other campers and seasonal owners gave a friendly wave and a 'hi' as they passed or at the clubhouse. The site mixes tents and caravans well. AS others noted the 'keep it down after 11' rule is well respected and we slept great both nights.
Thoroughly enjoyed this weekend and I'm sure we'll be back. If it were an hour closer to home I would be snapping up a seasonal place there.
Thanks too to the friendly family on the adjacent pitch. Our kids were all of the same age so they clicked well all weekend and we enjoyed their company too.
It's a pleasure to meet a site that knows it's core market - families and friendly groups - and caters for them well. The staff from the wardens, café, reception, shop and bars are very friendly and enjoy their jobs.
Enjoyed a 2 night stay at this site, could do with more showers, very hard ground, normal tent pegs will not do. Shop on site and cafe with take away service and swimming pool
A good well kept site, local attractions near by, only 1 mile from Wem nice village with co op store, cafe, hardware store and fish and chips shops.
Would go again in quite season only. Could be too busy and waiting too long for showers in busy season.
This was our first time in a touring caravan and they managed to get us in at very short notice. We were guided to our pitch by a very helpful and friendly steward. Beautiful setting. Our girls 2 and 5 years were so excited and I felt safe with their surroundings.
We even managed a day at the outdoor pool and we felt like we were in Spain! Especially with the bar being close to hand. Lovely relaxed setting with plenty for the children to do.
Price per night was good but if you don't use the evening bar (e. G. Due to small children)you might feel you are paying for something you are not using.
Park very clean, no complaints. We are hooked and will be back.
It's fully stocked; Club house, children's bar and entertainment, crazy golf, heated pool [it was the first day it had been turned on when we went and was freezing - I'll give it the benefit of the doubt], nice and handy location, well stocked shop, friendly greeting staff.
It's looking a bit tired, dirty [paint peeling off buildings, furniture, mildew on canopies], building materials and refuse left scattered about.
The toilet blocks weren't sufficient for the amount of people who were there and long queues regularly occurred. Not a day passed without them stinking, mess on toilet seats and toilet paper left all over the place - there are plenty of park wardens about - they should maintain them hourly and build at least another toilet and shower block.
10p for hot water in washing up area, that's barely warm.
Be aware: you will need rock pegs! Electrical hook ups can be upto 25 metres from the EDGE of your pitch, but the shop will loan you an extension for free but a £25 deposit will be required.
The site is very nearly there and if the management were to focus on these issues rather than just driving around chatting [which is nice, nothing wrong with that] they could have a real gem on their hands.
Stayed for three nights at this site over the bank holiday. This site could be such a lovely site if some thought and effort was put into it. It is a very large site situated in a lovely area.
Easy access and staff were very helpful, easy check in and warden ensured the pitch was ok. We stayed on the purple area, the furthest field from the entrance. We paid £10 refundable deposit for the barrier. The field was uneven in parts but the pitch was a good size, room for the van awning and car.
The toilet/shower block was quite far away and considering the amount of people on the site were not bad, but could have been cleaner.
The site is split into different areas, one being the family area which is off the main through road around the site. The position of this area on the site is an accident waiting to happen. This field is not fenced off and children were running onto the road and also riding straight out on there bikes.
There is an area fenced off where there are 'no dogs' shame they didn't change these areas which would make it a lot safer for children.
There was no lighting on the field where we stayed so very difficult walking the dog at night (take a torch)
The main thing that lets this site down is the seasonal caravans (not all I must hasten to add) Some of them looked more like residential not seasonal. You could not help but pass them as they are situated in full view of the road.
I don't think we will be going back to this site unless there are some changes made there.
Got back from a 3 night stay yesterday and as luck would have it enjoyed some very good weather.
For short weekend getaways we like to be no further than 40-50 miles from home, so this site fitted the bill nicely.
The site it self is easily accessed and well sign posted. Upon arrival we were greeted by very friendly staff in reception who made checking in effortless, the warden who again very friendly then showed us to our pitch, and offered help with our awning (lovely chap). The pitch we booked was a perfect size for our 6 berth caravan and awning, the ground is hard, so we'll be sure to use rock pegs next time.
There are many good points about the site
* Superb little site shop - Selling all your needs at competitive prices for a site shop
* Well spaced pitches, there was no feeling of being on top of one another.
* Good facilities for the children, play area, crazy golf and many animals.
* Adult only bar, great if you wanted a quiet drink & Jakks Barn for a drink with the kids in toe with entertainment
* Security, wardens often about and a barrier system in operation on entrance, barrier pass is £10.00 but refunded on return
* Take-Away and Cafe on site, seemed reasonably priced. But only used the Take-away on departure day for breakfast but extremely nice.
The only negative as far as I seen was that there's not really enough showers for the size of the site. Yes later in the day there was signs of a little mess, but I would say that's more to do with those who throw toilet paper about than the cleaners. Treat it as you would your home toilet and it will be more than fine.
The site is in close proximity to Shrewsbury, Oswestry, Market Drayton. We spent the day in Shrewsbury and had a great time looking around the old town and all it had to offer. Wem is the closet village and good for local things like Co-Op, Butchers, Chippy or Chinese. Or indeed a train trip to Shrewsbury.
This is a great site for us for a very quick getaways 1hr 20mins and as my little niece gets older will enjoy all the more.
After reading the reviews on this site I was wondering what to expect from our stay with friends. We was greeted by friendly staff at the reception and given directions to our pitch. The pitches are not well marked so keep a lookout. A warden met us and was very helpful about the site.
We went into the family bar as it rained on the Friday night entertainment was ok and drinks was well priced.
A stray dog got into our tent early the next morning we phoned the warden and it was dealt with quickly, no complaints at all.
Showers are few but we were there on Easter bank holiday and did not have to wait at all. Toilets were a bit messy but I have seen a lot worse.
The pool needs some tlc but was not open, hopefully this will be sorted soon.
Kids loved the crazy golf which is still free of charge.
Wardens was great no noisy kids which was a great result after some reviews.
Pitch sizes are good with plenty of room as long as you book the right size no complaints.
Now would I go back, yes we will and are booking for a long weekend in a few weeks.
Overall this is a good site yes it can look a bit messy in parts but don't most places if you look for it.
This could be a good camping/caravan site if more effort was put into it. First impressions weren't good. Upon driving round the site to our pitch - Purple - People have 'sited' their caravans complete with awnings and these were very unkempt - green mildew was visible on caravans and awnings making us think they had been there quite some time.
Upon reaching Purple area, the ground we drove on was extremely bumpy and a very long way to the Waste, Chemical and Shower block. I think they need to enhance their site by placing at least 2 more Utility Areas.
We paid a top price(nearly £30 per night ! ) for bog standard facilities. The pitch we were allocated was very generous, ground not too bad for the pegs the odd rock now and again. We were opposite the Llamas on 37.
We heard some road noise from behind our pitch, but nothing untoward, the dog walk was directly behind the pitch and this was fine but not advisable to walk at night as some people didn't have the decency to pick up after their pets. Perhaps if they put some waste bins on this walk area it would encourage owners to dispose of their waste correctly.
The 'Club' is situated on the left hand side just after the reception. Yes - that's the bar.
Now onto the site facilities - toilets - only used them once and yes I suppose if your desperate they are fine - but could do with being cleaned twice a day and monitored.
The Chemical Waste I have been told - as there is no way I would be emptying it - was disgusting - there is no hose attached to a tap to wash the area down after emptying the cassette. People even left the area filthy with their waste. Surely the Site wardens should monitor this area as part of their shift.
The shop had a number of caravan spares and the usual immediate items you require, but if you want a newspaper - you need to get there prompt as I believe they send someone into town to buy a selection of papers and first come first serve.
We wont be visiting this site again - I would say this was the worst site we have ever pitched on - and we have been to quite a few. But if you don't experience sites like this, then you wouldn't appreciate the sites where owners put the effort in.
We booked in here for the August Bank Holiday and were allotted a pitch in the top field (non electric) I was a little concerned that this seemed a long way from the facilities but it turned out to be a good move.
We picked this site mostly for the area in which it was situated as my daughter and son in law are familiar with the area and wanted to show us around. We didn't spend a lot of time on the site itself.
The site is huge and we never did explore the true extent. It has to be a good 3/4 of a mile from the top field to the reception area where there is a shop, crazy golf, swimming pool, and warden's office.
At the top end of the site is JAKKS bar and takeaway. There is a field for ball games and kite flying etc. There are pigs, Llamas a donkey and pony in residence here too. To the rear of JAKKS Bar there are some toilets and a cubicle with washbasin should a shower not be required.
JAKKS was quite lively on an evening and we did pop our heads round the door briefly on Saturday night but the noise and type of entertainment on offer was very holiday camp and not to our taste. Having said that we were not bothered by noise in the evening.
The campers in our field were mostly families and noise levels were low.
The wardens are great and very helpful but we were told that we had to pitch tent, car, tent, car due to fire regulations. However as we had two pitches next to one another and shared the cooking it did seem a little too fastidious.
We did erect our kitchen and windbreak between the two tents and no-one challenged us. We didn't put up our extensions and luckily the weather held for us. The pitch was big enough to do this and contain a family car too. We paid £19.50 per night.
There are two shower blocks and previous reviewers have referred to these as top and bottom blocks. The 'top' block is actually half way down the site together with a laundry and pot washing facilities. It was 10p to wash up in hot water but only two of the four meters were working.
There were no waste bins around the pot wash which meant that food scraps and other waste from washing up had been left in the sinks sometimes or just discarded on the grass nearby. This area needs looking at more closely to improve things.
The showers and toilets were modern and clean. Yes, there was toilet paper on the floor and this was probably due to the dispensers being stuffed tightly with toilet paper and it ripping when being pulled out. On the plus side there was never a lack of toilet paper. The sinks in this block had soap in the dispensers and hot water to all. Strangely there was only cold water to one of the five and I find brushing my teeth in warm water a little odd but had to whilst this was in use.
The showers are in sloping quarry tiled cubicles and there are a sufficient number in my view. There was a wait at busy times but it was not too long and if you time your morning shower right you can have the pick of the row. The water is hot and free. There is no mop and bucket but I think you can manage without (particularly if you take off your shoes first) and is probably a good idea in a site of this size.
There was also a hairdryer of the type with a large open ended flexible pipe. I am not sure how much it was to use it as I did not partake.
There is a family bathroom in this block which my daughter used for her little boy who prefers baths. She had no complaints. My son and son in law registered no complaints about their facilities.
The bottom block is almost at the front entrance. We called for the toilet one day and it seemed a smaller block and we thought ours was better. It was clean and modern.
The crazy golf was well used. The pool seemed to be shut and we were out and about so didn't use the shop. Entrance to the site is by coded card for which a £10 refundable deposit is required. On leaving day there is lady at the gate taking the card off you and supplying the refund thus preventing a log jam. Well organised I felt.
In the area the nearest hole in the wall is Wem which also has a couple of pubs and The Old Rectory which serves food. I found a Tesco in Ellesmere. In Oswestry there is a Morrisons and Sainsburys.
As previously mentioned we used this site a gateway to other things and visited Llangollen with its canal and horse drawn boats, lots of shops and cafes and steam railway.
Up the valley is a watersports centre where you can canoe, white water raft and kyack. My daughter had previously visited this and said it was suitable for all levels including beginners. We also went around the horseshoe pass for the views.
We also visited Chirk Castle and Gardens and had a lovely day there. Just outside Chirk there is an Aqueduct which straddles the English/Welsh border and we were quite happy to while away half an hour walking across from one country to another and watching the canal boats emerge from the tunnel.
We also visited Whittington which has a pub called the White Lion close to the Castle ruins. We had a lovely meal here and although we were not invited to sit in the conservatory with other guests dressed for Sunday lunch (we were in our day tripping gear) we were made to feel welcome and given a nice table in another room. The meal worked out around £10 per head plus drinks but the food was delicious.
After lunch we explored the grounds of the ruined castle next door and found it well kept and very pleasant. Ellesmere is on route to the places we visited and there is a large lake with a park and boats for hire.
Although we enjoyed our weekend we think on balance the site was a little large for us and probably wouldn't return.
This was our first camping experience, therefore it was important that it was a good one. Lower Lacon did not disappoint, the staff are excellent, the facilities are great and the site is great. The shop is priced realistic as are the bars making the whole experience affordable as well as enjoyable.
The toilet/shower blocks are nice and clean and maintained on a regular basis. The facilities for the kids are about right, although, despite being there in high season there was very little offered in terms of entertainment for them which was a little disappointing.
The site is large and offers space for all types of campers. The site is patrolled in the evening by the on site wardens, this was good to see. The only criticism that I have really is that some attention should be paid to the pool area as this lets the site down.
The pool is advertised as heated which it is not and the floors could do with a good power washing and a lick of non slip paint. If I was marking the site out of 10, I would give it a big nine. We will defo be visiting this site again.
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Just spent a few days at this site. It is very easy to find and in a lovely area but definitely will not go again. The Wardens were very helpful and we like the barrier system. Several things let this site down which is a shame as it has good potential. 
