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Bay View Holiday Park
Bolton Le Sands
Carnforth
Lancashire (Browse area)
LA5 8ES
Tel: 01524 701508
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Pitches: 169
Open: 01/01/2026 to 31/12/2026
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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 |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 Baby Changing Facilities |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 Gas Exchange |
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 No Kitchen Facilities |
 No Freezer / Fridge |
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 Shop On Site |
 Bar On Site |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site |
| Activities |
 Kids Playground |
 TV Room |
 Games Room |
 Evening Entertainment |
 Fishing <5 miles |
 Wild Swimming <1 mile |
 Indoor Pool <5 miles |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding <5 miles |
 No Cycle Hire |
 Golf <5 miles |
 Tennis <5 miles |
 Beach <1 mile |
 Watersports <5 miles |
 Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles |
| Other Features |
 Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
 Open All Year |
 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport <1 mile |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: March 2011 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: CaravanEncounters |
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 My husband and I (sound like royalty don't we) have visited this site many times over the last few years but we always like to come here for the test site visit at the beginning of March. Just to check everything is working on the van.
We were very excited to see all the recent improvements that were advertised. It was my first time towing the van and I thought I did very well, even the warden on arrival was impressed as he led us to our brand new super pitch. Watch out for the tight corner you need to get round to get onto the field though. I think it will score a few vans this year.
We were a little disappointed that the field where the super pitches are was not finished, in fact, judging by the amount of diggers, dump trucks and work-men around, it was going to be quite a while until it was complete. Plus the field seemed quite isolated but I am sure it will improve when they have finished landscaping.
There was a brand new toilet and shower block at the entrance to the field. This was very clean and warm.
The new bar area and shop look great, and the food looked really appetizing although we didn't try any this time.
The site does seem to be mainly moving towards static caravans but there are still plenty of places available for tourers, motorhomes and tents.
Previously we have pitched up on field A which has amazing views over the Bay, but not a super pitch. Think next time we will forgo the super pitch and revert back to field A.
The staff on site were as friendly as ever and always make us feel welcome. That is the main reason we keep coming back. That plus the fact you are literally 5 minutes walk away from the beach.
We love walking our dog along the beach and if you are up for a 5 - 6 mile walk then head left out of the site and walk past Red Bank, then along the promenade right into Morecambe. Say 'Hi' to Eric, then catch the No. 5 bus back to Carnforth.
We will certainly be back again later in the year. 
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| Date of Visit: August 2010 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: OWENWEST1 |
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Just returned from this campsite after spending the weekend there with my husband and two children. We have previously stayed on another of the holgate campsites in Arnside / silverdale and that was excellent so we thought we'd give this one a try.
Our pitch was next to the children's playground (i asked for it to be close) and this was fantastic for my children as they made many friends, however I didn't realise how close the railway track is to the site, and on fri night and early sat morning the trains seemed to go on forever hence a restless night!
I think next time we would choose the tent field on the far side of the site or maybe a pitch further back would be better. Saturday night wasn't as bad and we managed some sleep
The facilities on site were very clean and well maintained. My only complaint would be that the doors to the toilets were kept open all night which meant they were full of insects and moths. Not nice when you're sat on the loo!
The bar and restaurant were lovely. We ate on arival on fri night, the meal was nice. We also ate on sun morning for breakfast and that was good too, not overly expensive either. A good shop on site with treats for the children, other essentials, and also wine! Happy days! Tesco is just around the corner also.
Just like the other site we'd visited, this one had farm animals. The children could feed them and choose their own egg to take back for breakfast. Lots of hens roaming the site too.
We took a walk along the canal path on saturday into bolton le sands village and got some steak for the BBQ from the butchers. Nice walk, there's a canal bus you can catch to various nearby towns but we didn't have time for that.
Another walk is along the beachfront, which we didn't have time for either, but we did go down to the front on sat night to see the stunning red sunset, which was gorgeous!
Will definitely go back again, and would recommend to others. We had a lovely weekend.
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| Date of Visit: August 2010 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Reviewer: TracyJen |
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Nice site over looking the bay, separated from the sea by salt marshes. Plentiful toilet blocks around site, although some only had one shower. Restaurant is very impressive with helpful staff and lovely meals.
The site is very much a 'work in progress' new areas are being excavated.
The only downside is the Motorhome area. Six large serviced hardstanding pitches situated in the arrivals car park. Very busy area with no landscaping at all. This led to a feeling of being Max & Paddy in Safeways carpark with just the shopping trolleys missing. Such a shame as a little thought to a hedge separating the area or between pitches would have made all the difference.
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| Date of Visit: July 2010 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: SAMMYS1 |
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Just stayed for 4 nights. Our booked camp site had let us down badly. So we called at Bay View hoping they had vacancies. First impression was it is a hugh site. Mainly catering for caravans. Due to not booking ahead we were given a site near the children'ss play ground.
The receptionist was not the most welcoming or friendly. Considering we were going to be a party of six in three tents. We were accompanied to our site and were told where to place our tent. The site we were given was on a very sloping area. We had lots of rain and no mud thank goodness. Then we heard a noise I thought it was a low flying plane. No it was a train. After 2 nights we seemed not to hear the noise.
The toilets are impressive. Site well maintained. The pub on the site was lovely. The food seemed ok but we never ate in the place.
The surrounding area to the site is great. We would not visit here again. But would camp again in the area. If you have children it would be ideal. We prefer a flat area and less noise.
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| Date of Visit: July 2010 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Cyberjools |
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This was our first visit and can comfortably say the best showers of all camping trips thus far!
Individually housed cubicles with plenty of room for mum and child and not on timers so I did not feel rushed and drop stuff. The camping field currently has some diggers for neighbours but there was no noise.
Nice big field for kids to play in and very friendly atmosphere among staff and fellow campers. I especially liked the 'check out' time - 12 noon gave us time to shower, breakfast, pack up and have a last wander and brew before heading home. Would definitely recommend.
I know people have mentioned nearby supermarkets but venture into Bolton-le-sands for Pott's pies (next door to a convenience store) and support 'local shopping'.
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| Date of Visit: July 2010 |
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| Reviewer: SunshineNo1 |
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We have just returned from a weekend away at Bay View, having previously stayed on another of Holgates parks our expectations were high but we were not disappointed, the park is very well maintained and the toilets were spotless.
The camping field is very handy for the shower blocks and the pot wash area. We ate out at the new bar and restaurant on the Friday after putting up the tent, ideal for all the family, the children were made to feel very welcome, they spent time looking through all the toys in the shop, great for spending pocket money. We will be booking to go back in the summer holidays.
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| Date of Visit: July 2010 |
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| Reviewer: Sharvale |
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This was our second time at this wonderful site. We stayed on the bottom field as this is more level than the top field which is sloped and more exposed. The staff are really helpful, from reception all the way upto the General Manager.
The shower block nearest the bottom field looks new and there are more than adequate cubicles. The whole site has been refurbished. There are some lovely walks along the salt marshes and you can walk across them to the sands, not far away is the canal which is lovely to walk along as well.
The site is ideally situated for seeing the south lakes and Kendal is about a 25 minute drive away, whilst Morecambe is about 15 minutes drive away. Should you need to do any food shopping then within a couple of minutes drive are a Tesco's and Booth's supermarkets or in Morecambe is a Morrisons.
A recommended site that we will no doubt be returning to several times this year.
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Annmaria |
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Stayed at this site in July last year, even though the weather had been awful before we went the drainage was excellent and the ground was in great condition. Facilities were really clean and spacious.
The site is in a great location for exploring the lakes or days out to blackpool. Looks like there now adding a bar and restaurant which will be a great addition, however the pitch price seems to have gone up quite a bit.
This is a great site and I will definitely be visiting it again.
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| Date of Visit: September 2009 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Bongoplod |
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Just spent a weekend here with friends in a mix of tourer, trailer tent and several tents.
The Friday we arrived was quite blustery which caused problems erecting one of the tents on the field we pitched on as it was quite exposed, but this was our only drawback.
The site is well laid out,with generous facilities,all of which are well maintained and spotlessly clean. Large safe children's play area too.
The camping fields do slope.
Staff on site were very friendly and helpful,and the fields are patrolled by a warden, who is quick to advise any rule breakers re late noise, open fires etc. A warden also patrolled on foot till the early hours.
Superb views overlooking the bay,handy for all lakeland attractions,and 5 mins from Tescos in Carnforth for supplies (there is a small shop on site)
Highly recommended site,to which we would happily return.
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Demi1234 |
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Stayed at this site for 2 days in August. On arrival we had to park up the top end of the site and walk to the reception which was a bit of a trek but this is probably due to the lack of space for caravans to park at reception.
The site was very clean with lovely mowed grass. Views were stunning. The games room which was a big hit with my two younger children was an excellent idea as it is an old barn,children can buy a table tennis balls at reception for 30p each or bring your own. There is also a pool table (40p) and air hockey (£1 a go).The wooden play area is also very good. On a down side the trains can be noisy during the night, also the site gets very windy and awning nearly blew away! Some of the areas are very steep to pitch tents and did feel slightly sorry for the people who were shown to their very steep beds for the night!
The showers and toilets are immaculate and the water is lovely and warm.
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Linny2008 |
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We have just come back from a wonderful 3 days at this site.
The site itself is beautiful and in a good location, it is well maintained and clearly looked after. Grass in really good condition especially considering it is the middle of the camping season and (typically) we have had a lot of rain! Really friendly reception both when I phoned to make the booking and in all further dealings with all members of staff, who advised, not dictated, where to pitch.
A real countryside feel to the site as we had sheep on one side, cows peeping over the hedge on the other and rolling green hills all around. The only thing that there wasn't was a view of the sea, well considering it's an estuary, mud!
Facilities were plentiful and kept immaculate. Showers are their own little rooms rather than cubicles and are the 'stay on' variety such as you would more likely find in a domestic bathroom rather than a campsite. Easily the best showering experience we have ever had on a camping trip.
The washing up and laundry facilities are also good. They are also in the process of really upping the facilities offered to a similar standard offered by the other Holgates sites in the vicinity. I don't know if this would 'improve' the experience as far as what I am looking for in a campsite but there you go. There is already in existence a small play area (not aimed at toddlers really) and a games room. Can't really comment as we didn't use either.
We camped in our tent on 'the bottom field' I believe and this would seem to be the best choice unless your tent has a self levelling device(!) as it is a bit hilly. Sensibly they seem to have assigned the hilliest parts of the site to the static and touring caravans (some which are propped up on a number of blocks).
Perhaps it is worth asking about level pitches when you book. I did but I am not sure how or if this affected which field we were assigned to.
There is also a shop on site and a newspaper ordering service but we didn't use them either. There is a Tescos about 5 mins up the road and we shopped there instead.
Only other thing of note I can think of to mention is that it can get rather windy with it being on the coast so windbreaks or some kind of shelter for cooking is essential (we thought).
We just had a lovely time, it's a great site and if we are ever back in the area will be back, spaces permitting.
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: MR24 |
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This was our first visit since the site had changed hands and whilst the site was very much the same ie clean toilets and showers we found the warden unhelpful. We arrived late and had problem with tent (we had lost a pole in transit) but no help from staff was offered. This spoilt our first night. On saying that, this site is very handy for Morecambe and Lancaster, hence our visit whereas Silverdale is a little way out.
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Busy bee 101 |
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We were in the main camping field, the pitches were quite level, the ground felt quite damp and never really dried out the whole time we were there even though there was only a little rain during the night on our last day.
The booking in was very organised. We did see a lot of the reception staff driving around on golf buggies on the first evening checking people weren't pitched too close, etc which was quite reassuring but we didn't really see anyone after that.
The toilets, showers, pot wash area were always spotlessly clean with plenty of soap and loo roll too. We did visit the play area which was at the other side of the site but feel it was a bit small for the amount of children on the site and it would be a good idea to have one over the other side too.
On our first night one of the neighbouring tents were a bit rowdy with music playing and about 11pm the wardens came and promptly put a stop to it which was nice to see.
At the bottom of the camp there was a gate leading straight onto the salt marshes with fantastic views across the bay. We went for plenty of walks along the footpaths and in the evenings the sunsets across the lakeland fells are lovely and not to be missed.
Out and about Arnside is lovely and Arnside boar is quite exciting especially if you manage to get a glimpse of the people in canoes trying to catch the mini tidal wave. Hest Bank was a great too, with easier access to the beach and the shore cafe with its home made cakes; and lastly Happy Mount Park in Morcambe was a hit with the kids, they enjoyed the crazy golf, miniature train rides and the splash zone. We will definitely return in the future.
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Wilde |
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What a lovely site ! just stayed for one night with my 3 year old daughter and we've had a fantastic time !
When we arrived at reception and told our tale the lady was very helpful and as I only had a small 3 man tent found us a space next to the play area perfect ! I know the area I've camped a few times plenty to do for all ages 10 mins drive from morecombe .
The facilities were clean tidy and regularly maintained. The grounds were of the same standard. They say some things happen for a reason this time it's true because I've found a little gem !
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Justjue |
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Stayed on this park just for 2 nights I found the pitch was on shale the ground was well drained and the grass around the unit was very well kept
We had to borrow blocks from the site office which was free & the warden brought them to you which was really helpful the staff were really helpful and friendly
The toilets I thought were kept very clean but the showers now here is my grief were our toilet block was there was only 1 shower which served quiet a few units but it was clean
Overall the site is well maintained but pricey we paid £19 a night for 2 adults & awning & electric
It is also a very windy site & if you get one of the pitches that we had you will need hard ground pegs because the red pegs wouldn't peg your awning down
There was a separate field for the children to play on as well and it was well fenced of
The site office also has a small selection pf groceries and other things which was ok if like me you always forget something.
There is also a good chippy and local pubs which offer excellent food
Overall bay view was a good site and I would recommend it
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