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We have just returned from a 2 night stop at this pleasant, quiet site. Unfortunately the weather was against us, and apart from a dry pitch, it rained heavily for most of our stay.
The site is small, but the pitches are well spaced and the site was clean and tidy. The toilets and showers were basic but clean with plenty of free hot water. On site shop was small but well stocked. Ted, the site manager, was helpful, friendly and seemed to be on site all the time.
The area is great for walking (plenty of easy and challenging walks). The nearest pub was The Bull's Head in Tintwhistle, with good food and a selection of traditional ales on tap. This is about three miles from the site.
The only downside of the site was our pitch. With the heavy rain, we soon realised that the pitch was acting as a bowl, and built up about an inch and a half of water for most of our stay, and relocating to another pitch in the poor weather would have been a bad idea as our kit would get wet.
We would return to the site, but would be careful about which pitch to use next time.
The site Manger was very helpful. We forgot our pans so he kindly gave us a set to use for the weekend. He was visual throughout the weekend to sort out any minor problems for other campers.
I would recommend the site it was very clean and we were given a good spacious camping area.
Having not camped for many years I forgot about the midges. We used the usual sprays and candles. But I ended up by being bitten hundreds of times.
We drove over to holmfirth, The surrounding area is well worth a visit. We will be going back again but at the end of the midge season.
Local pub in tinstwistle and chippy in hayfield was great well worth a visit
Lovely little site in the most beautiful surroundings. Toilets, washing up area, showers adequate, loads of hot free water, just lacked a good clean. Pitches where a great size, keeper friendly, just beware once the midges swarm go inside cos they are bad, the only downside really. Would go back, we got talking to one family that had been back every year and I think this is the theme be sure to pre-book as this site is popular. The entrance is very narrow, we had no problem in our vw camper, but some had to turn their units around before exiting.
Just got back from our Bank holiday weekend stay. The site is small and clean, the guy on site very friendly and helpful and the shop / reception well stocked for snacks etc.
The showers/toilets only 3 ladies toilets and 2 showers unisex, clean but could due with an upgrade,more than adequate.
The campsite is in a great location for walkers of all experience, we enjoy walking with our dog but he is getting slightly on the old side but could manage to reach Chew reservoir great views on the way up there.
The site used for Duke of Edinburgh awards stop off, this didn't affect our stay and the noise was kept to a minimum.
Just returned from a 3 night mid week break at this site. We hoped being mid week it would be quieter alas although not full, everyone seemed to bring an army of noisy children with them, not good as we chose this site hoping for peace and quiet. The showers and toilets were basic but ok and kept reasonably clean although there is room for improvement. You are asked to not use the showers and toilets between 11.00am and 12.30pm to allow for cleaning , I didn't see anyone cleaning at these times. There is a little shop on site which although is very expensive and untidy did seem to stock most essentials. The surrounding area is beautiful and a walkers paradise but it is isolated and a car is needed if you wish to shop, eat out or go for a pint. I would give this site a higher mark out of ten but at an amazingly high price of (considering the facilities) £14.70 per night for two adults and one small tent I feel I can only rate it 6 out of 10. I've stayed at much better for much less.
Just returned from a 4 - night break here and loved it! Went with husband and baby - plenty of nearby walks accessible with a pushchair. Approachable site owner, well stocked little shop, beautiful setting, showers basic but clean and well-spaced out area for dressing. Only down side was the midges. Came home covered in bites, and it was uncomfortable after 6pm as they seemed to swarm everywhere. That said, it was to be expected for the woodland setting. All in all a great holiday and we would love to return.
This site is fantastic providing you dont mind lots of noisy kids and driving for at least half an hour to get anywhere for anything.
On the one hand its great, with carefully kept grass surrounded by mature trees with breathtaking views of the high peaks and moors. Its also great for access to walks, being set right on the Penine Way. The toilet block is alright but does need renovation.
On the other hand, its absolutely miles from anywhere. There are no pubs or shops (other than the small campsite shop) within walking distance. We quickly became weary of having to drive for ages every day for anything but hiking. The site is close to a main road which is a minor irritation but this is eclipsed by the fact that this is a 'family site' with loads of kids shouting and kicking balls at your car and tent till 9:30 pm.
Generally, this site is an unhappy balance between a remote site well situated for wilderness walks and peace and quiet on the one hand - and a noisy family orientated site on the other.
This is a site that makes you reassess the value of first impressions. For instance:
On the approach and when I first saw the site my first impression was 'This is just a field it can't be a club site.'
In reality it's a lovely, peaceful little site that is perfect for weekend breaks.
When I first saw the toilets I thought 'These are very old and dingy'
In reality, although old they're perfectly clean and in decent condition.
When I first saw the showers I thought 'Never mind I'll just get a good wash'
In reality they're great showers. Very clean, plenty of temperature adjustable hot water and most importantly loads of drying/changing space. In fact they're everything that most modern blocks are not - and that's a good thing.
When we first met the warden we thought 'What a gruff old grump!'
In reality.Actually we still think that but he's really nice underneath the gruff exterior. He even lent us some balls and things for the kids to play with.
We loved our stay and weren't bothered by the midges (we use mosquito coils and they're great) or the older condition of the facilities. We can't wait to come back.
A small friendly site with all the basics : Clean toilets and showers, but in definate need of an update. Small reception/shop with milk, sausages, bacon, eggs, ice creams and a few dry goods. Lovely scenery surrounds the site and most pitches are level. For a small site it has a feeling of being spacious. A haven for walkers and for those less energetic, some fantastic drives high into the moors. Alternatively, Manchester is only app. 40 minutes away if you crave some retail therapy. Personally, the only down sides to this site are the midges (if its been raining) and the buildings, which are in desperate need of a re-vamp. All in all a great little site.
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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 
No Motorhome Point 
No Wifi Access 
No Shop 
Bar <5 miles 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <5 miles 
No 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 
No Beach 
No Watersports 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport 
No Dog Walk 
We have just returned from a 2 night stop at this pleasant, quiet site. Unfortunately the weather was against us, and apart from a dry pitch, it rained heavily for most of our stay. 
