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Golden Sands Park (haven Holidays)
Quebec Road
Mablethorpe
Lincolnshire   (Browse area)
LN12 1QJ
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Open: 01/03/2026 to 31/10/2026
           01/03/2027 to 31/10/2027

Rating: Average Review Score: 7/10 from 137 Reviews
                7/10 from 137 Reviews

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Who's it for
 Families Welcome   Not Members Only   No Rallies   Not Naturist Site 
 Dogs Welcome   No Dogs Allowed   Groups Welcome 
Facilities
 Toilet Facilities   Hot Showers   Washing Up   No Bathroom 
 Baby Changing Facilities   No Laundry   Drinking Water   Disabled Friendly 
 No Chemical Disposal   No Battery Charging   No Gas Exchange   Recycling Facilities 
 No Kitchen Facilities   No Freezer / Fridge   No Motorhome Point   No Wifi Access 
 Shop On Site   Bar On Site   Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
Activities
 Kids Playground   No TV Room   No Games Room   No Evening Ents 
 Fishing On Site   Wild Swimming <1 mile   Indoor Pool On Site   Outdoor Pool On Site 
 No Horse Riding   No Cycle Hire   No Golf   No Tennis 
 Beach <1 mile   No Watersports   No Boat Launch 
Other Features
 No Sea Views   Not Working Farm   No Campfires Allowed 
 No Waterside Pitches   Public Transport <5 miles  Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 

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Date of Visit: June 2010 Unit:  Tent
Reviewer: Gloryboy1 2 reviews from this member

 We (2 + 2 children) visited this site in June this year for 2 nights which we booked a week in advance and paid £36.

The wind was really bad and the camping field which is situated a 15 - 20 minute walk from the complex center did not offer much at all in the way of protection.

Fortunately we took our long stay tent which stood the 50+mph winds without a worry; we couldn’t say the same for the few who had major problems.

The toilet block was a porta cabin with 3 showers that were totally inadequate, out of date. Too small filthy

The complex centre was very popular and turned out to be a hit with us all, drink prices were reasonable with a wide range available.

The Pizza shop inside the bar was a little strange and very expensive.

The amusement arcades were again very popular as winnings are paid out in tokens and exchanged for toys/games etc however, when the exchange booth closes early on Saturday nights and doesn’t open on Sunday mornings before everyone leaves the site you not able to exchange the tokens you have won

The local area is just so dull and needs some serious investment, all you have are arcades, fish and chips and bric-a-brac market stalls selling cheap plastic tat!

To summarise then, the site is about the best place in the area for entertainment albeit in our opinion for no more that a 2 night stay if you are camping. 


Date of Visit: August 2010 Unit:  Tent
Reviewer: Icbsheff 2 reviews from this member

 Just got back from a week at Golden Sands. Due to the size of our tent we had an XL pitch which provided ample personal space from our neighbours. We were shown to our pitch by the Touring staff and they were most helpful.

I felt the gents toilets were not cleaned enough however my wife said the Ladies always seemed relatively clean so maybe it was down to the users personal hygene habits. In the block nearest to us were 3 shower cubicles. One cubicle which contained both a toiler and a bath and three toilet cubicles.

In my experience there was generally always a shower available however I saw on many occasions people queing for the toilet. It is advised you take your own toilet paper early morning and late at night as these are only replenished by staff upto 5pm.

Our children enjoyed the rather small indoor pool and the fun fair facilities. We visited the clubs on several occasions, the entertainment was OK though pretty repetitive.

One downside was the infestation of Corn Flies. This problem coincided with the farmers cutting corn during the period we were here so I think this is a temporary problem.

The beach at Mablethorpe is lovely but even here we could not escape the flies. For those wet days there is a cinema just up the road from the camp. We went to see a 3D film and a family ticket for 2 adults and 2 children cost a little over £20.

The Ferry boat pub just over the road sells nice food at reasonable prices. Overall the stay was enjoyed by all but I doubt we would stay for any longer than a weekend in future. 


Date of Visit: July 2010 Unit:  Tent
Reviewer: 258lisac 3 reviews from this member

 Just spent 7 days here after getting special offer price of £64 with my partner and 2 sons.

I have to say I was totally disappointed in this site and thankfully we had not paid any more than the £64. My biggest gripe is the toilet-shower,and washing up facilities and the distance from the main complex.

The toilets are awful and the worse I have ever came across while camping.They were cleaned once in the morning but dirty almost immediately and never had toilet roll, they were also blocked and flooded on at least 2 occasions. I'm not sure if it was the lack of cleaners that was the problem or our fellow campers although it was not particularly busy while we were there and it seemed as if chat amongst fellow campers all involved the state of the toilets

There are 3 showers in the main block and all were warm and had good pressure.

Its quite a walk to the main complex especially with young legs or any kind of disability.

The main complex was always busy and we did not spend a lot of time there as it was very loud and after a time full of young lads and lasses drinking etc. Also agree with another reviewer who said nothing is free apart from the park.

We had a nice meal in the restaurant which was £30 for 4 meals including drinks and it was very tasty.

There is a spar shop which had plenty in it.

There is a soft play which our 2 really enjoyed and we also went to Skegness for the day which turned out to be the best day of the holiday.

The beach is very clean and a short walk from the site.

Having stayed with Haven at some of there other sites I really was disappointed in this one. It seemed quite run down and the camping facilities were very poor considering its Haven. I probably would not return to this site or go camping with Haven again  


Date of Visit: July 2010 Unit:  Static
Reviewer: Rivadan 8 reviews from this member

 We really didn't like this site or the surrounding area - its just so flat and dull. Although the weather was great we couldn't use any of the beaches along the coast (which looked very nice) as a plague of small black flies covered you from heat to toe every time you stepped onto the sand.

The caravans on the site are laid out in rows like a housing estate, with very little in the way of landscaping. The facilities were the usual Haven standard and the staff were friendly and helpful.

We had a job getting seats in the main showbar - it just didn't seem big enough for the amount of visitors wanting to use it. Our caravan was suppposed to be Prestige but was anything but - rather well worn with bedding past its sell by date!

Haven prices are too high for this to be acceptable in our opinion. I think you would only love this site and its location if you're already a fan of Mablethorpe and the Lincolnshire coast. 


Date of Visit: June 2010 Unit:  Touring Caravan
Reviewer: Fluffyelle 7 reviews from this member

 We went to golden sands for 5 days at whit week. Camp site is massive, and thankfully there is a new road built to access the main complex.

Showers and toilets were fine. The bath was lovely though, very deep, and easily housed myself with 2 small children. We used it in the middle of the afternoon though as it was always busy and people queuing up first thing or after tea.

Pot wash area was fine, although taps release water very slowly.

The Chinese takeaway in Mablethorpe is the best we have tasted and even got a free bottle of soy sauce to go with our meals. !

All in all we had a lovely 5 day break. 

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Date of Visit: July 2010 Unit:  Tent
Reviewer: Beejay_ben 2 reviews from this member

 Just returned from 5 nights away at Golden Sands, book at a very reasonable rate of £12 a night including electric hookup.

Arrived dead on 12 to check in which was a breeze, were told the warden was out and about so to just find a pitch that suited us and let them know where we were. After driving around the site twice we picked a spot on the edge of the fishing lakes.

Couldn't fault the site, it was a flat pitch and we think that in the end we end up on a XL size pitch even though we hadn't paid for it! Which was good because it gave us lots of space. Also there is a mini shop in the reception area open 9 till 1 that sells bits and pieces (papers, milk, butter, bread etc) and was very reasonably priced.

As most people seem to agree on here, the site is very open and when the wind gets up it really does blow though the site, there are a few pitches that are semi sheltered by trees, but we choose not to use them.

Shower blocks were cleaned every morning we were there and they appear to jet wash the floor every other day. The main toilet block was pleasant although there are only 3 showers (and one bath!) which meant it was busy at peaks times, but other than that it was fine, and generally reasonable clean, although it smelt a little first thing after being closed up all night! Hot water was intermittent at times which wasn't ideal but it wasn't something that you couldn't cope with. One point to note is that because the cleaners come first thing, late at night there can be no loo roll left!

Used the complex only once when it became too hot to sit on the beach! So cant really comment to be honest. It can be a bit of a distance to walk to the main complex but the new road does help lots!

All in all a good holiday and somewhere we would definitely consider going back to if we could get the offer again. 


Date of Visit: June 2010 Unit:  Touring Caravan
Reviewer: Shanesnell 15 reviews from this member

 From Mablethorpe direction, I missed the touring entrance as I was heading for the main entrance. We booked in at the reception and were directed to our choice of grass pitches by two members of staff, which was helpful.

The field was level and the pitches well spaced out. I headed off with my aquaroll in search of water, only to find a quite naff push type tap outside the shower block. It took about 15 minutes to fill my aquaroll. We later got told by the staff to use the fire hose as it was quicker than the designated water point!

It was very very windy and the wind ripped across from the exposed fields. We abandoned putting our awning up due to the wind. On Saturday when a family turned up with their tent I felt compelled to help them fight with it in the wind in an effort to put it up.

We were only there for the weekend and got a deal of £44 for the two nights via Havens website. On the Saturday morning, first thing, we went to the funworks complex to see about getting our kids booked in for the swimming lessons. No chance, they were all booked up. This was the theme with most things free.

In the end we spent money on things that are normally included at places like Butlins such as the fair ground rides for the little ones, as it was all there was left to do. The only thing Haven has for free that the kids could use was the playgrounds.

The shower block was filthy, Saturday morning the floor was filthy and there was urine on the floor. By the evening it was all still there! And the site wasn't really that busy. A positive for the shower block is the bath. My partner used it and said it was awesome, really big and deep - a great soak!

Saturday evening we headed to the main complex at around 6:30pm to take part in the evenings activities and watch the shows etc. But we struggled to get in with our buggy and then there was no seats. It was so busy. I guess you have to be there very early on to get a table.

The complex has a Spar shop, fish and chip shop and pizza takeaway that will deliver to your caravan. We didn't try any of them as they were a little pricey, as to be expected. Large pizza is around £12! If you drive into Mablethorpe, you pay half that. Talking of Mablethorpe, Saturday morning we went for some brunch and found the Fairway restaurant / pub on the High Street to be very good and they have free wifi, a bonus for us smart phone freaks! Mablethorpe centre is too far to walk for most people with children from Golden Sands, but there is a bus or you can take your car.

On your departure day, you have to leave your pitch by 10am or pay £5 extra. This seemed too early for me, bearly giving us time to get the kids ready, breakfasts done and packed away. All too rushed.

All in all, the weather, cleanliness, availability and state of the facilities made our weekend at Golden Sands a disappointment.  


Date of Visit: March 2010 Unit:  Tent
Reviewer: Sunshiners 4 reviews from this member

 Have been to this site before and always enjoyed it - our only gripe being the distance from the touring field to the main complex. How surprised were we this year to find that a road has been built from the touring field to the complex on site- making it a lot cosier and now campers no longer feel like an 'afterthought'.

Would return without hesitation. 


Date of Visit: June 2010 Unit:  Touring Caravan
Reviewer: C.A.T 2 reviews from this member

 Touring site is huge with very little protection from the wind.Fishing ponds are not maintained, we were sat in and amidst goose poo for a week. £5 a day to fish.

The shower blocks were badly maintained, toilets often blocked, no loo roll and often no hand soap.Pot washing area very bad.Fresh water points very tedious due to the push button tap.We were told to fill up from the fire hose as it was quicker.

The joining road to the main site has made the walk a little easier, but the lose of the train disappointed the children.

The entertainment was average, and very loud.Passing through the arcade to get into the entertainment room proved very costly.

Swimming pools ok,but the locker fee is not returned.The shop is a little expensive and the touring shop only stocks basic items 9 -1.

Mablethorpe itself is like a timewarp. It has barely changed in 30years.

The Chinese do an excellent take away or you can eat in. Also the Becks Pub on Quebeck road do a brilliant carvery.Lets not forget The Bees Knees in the town.

And if you need a Taxi, we found that Street Kars were very helpful and obliging.

All in all Mablethorpe great,Golden Sands,never again 


Date of Visit: May 2010 Unit:  Trailer Tent
Reviewer: Sturner122003 2 reviews from this member

 Just had a great weekend here with our two greyhounds. It has nice flat pitches, helpful staff and clean showers and toilets. Hook up pitches are large

It is only a short walk into Mablethorpe, it is about 10 min walk to entertainment area, we didn't use it as we had dogs but the carvery up the road has an undercover area to sit with them with a bowl of water provided.

The beach is over the dunes and is also dog friendly 

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Date of Visit: April 2010 Unit:  Tent
Reviewer: Sally a 1 review from this member

 We have just returned from Golden Sands and I'm pleased to say we had a lovely time. The toilet / shower blocks looked new and clean however no toilet roll available at anytime.

The swimming complex is small but the kids loved it (5yrs and 4yrs) I think older children would be bored in the swimming pool. The showers in the swimming complex had plenty of hot water and we didn't use the campsite showers.

The play area looks new and the camping area is nice and safe and the XL electric hook up pitches are huge. The grass could do with being maintained more regularly however the pitches are nice and flat. The entertainment area was all clean and the kids enjoyed the kids disco and games in the early evening. It was nice to have the indoor activities with the Lincolnshire weather.

My only negative comment is the wind. The site is near a wind farm which should have highlighted us to the wind issue. From our tent we could clearly see the wind turbines facing our tent. On our first night is wasn't too bad however on nights 2 and 3 we were concerned our tent wouldn't make through the night and we didn't get much sleep.

It was a windy weekend however I do feel this location is very windy, hence the wind turbines up the road. It's a real shame and I have to be honest I wouldn't return in our tent but will stay in a static caravan on site. From speaking with other campers the wind is a regular issue.

Mablethorpe is just up the road and is a typical East coast seaside resort. There's a nice big CoOp in Mablethorpe for stocking up. The beach is huge and really nice.

We will be visiting Golden Sands again however I'll be going for the Static Caravan option as I don't think the tent would take it again.!

An absolute bargain weekend for £57 for 3 nights, worth every penny. 


Date of Visit: April 2010 Unit:  Motorhome
Reviewer: Dogs 14 reviews from this member

 Just visited this spacious site, the toilet facilities being modern, however lacked attention at weekends. (TLC needed).

The touring site is situated at the rear of the main Haven static park, a long stroll to to facilities~~ club, shop, etc. Spar general stores with an extensive stock, but be prepared to pay high prices.

Drinks are priced reasonably in the bars.

However whilst we were there my wife saw rats running in the undergrowth only 2m from our Motor home, this was reported to the site reception, alas there was no follow up, & as far as we are aware there has been no action, campers beware keep food & waste off ground level. 


Date of Visit: May 2009 Unit:  Touring Caravan
Reviewer: Hullad 2 reviews from this member

 We booked to stay for 4 nights but had such a great time that we stayed an extra night which could have been 2 weeks.

The park was about a 20 min walk to the main site with all the entertainment but did not bother us.

Showers toilet was ok a little old but clean and always had toilet roll.

What can we say about the beach but it was ace. You can believe you are abroad it is mile upon mile of golden sand which was ace.

Would we go back? hell yes we have booked for this summer. 


Date of Visit: October 2009 Unit:  Tent
Reviewer: Jshores 7 reviews from this member

 We booked to stay for 4 nights but had such a great time that we stayed an extra night.

Tent field was almost empty so we had the pick of the field. There is a large gaggle of resident geese next to the tent field so finding an area that was reasonably clear of droppings maybe difficult in peak season.

Toilet/shower block was okay and reasonably clean.

The walk to the main site took about 10 mins which we didn't mind, and the walk to the beach was great although the dunes were slightly larger than we thought.

For the price we paid we were really happy and we are considering going back again next year. 


Date of Visit: March 2009 Unit:  Touring Caravan
Reviewer: Gypsygal 3 reviews from this member

 We have stayed on this campsite on numerous occasions the last one being Easter this year we and the kids love this campsite and have made many friends on here,
the toilet and shower blocks are clean and the showers are lovely and hot, there is a pot washing area with hot and cold water this is a great place for kids and their push bikes, my little girl learned to ride her pushbike without stablisers on it here,
would recommend to anyone young and old the staff are very helpful. 


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