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This was our first camping trip of 2011 and we are so glad that we chose this site. The overall feel of the place is great; relaxed, friendly, welcoming.
The two camping fields are gently sloping with plenty of flat ground for pitching tents. We stayed in the upper field and the view from our pitch over the bay was beautiful.
I am a light sleeper and didn't really notice the trains, the noise from other campers is about what I would expect, not too late, but later than the advertised 10pm quiet time.
The cafe on site is great - only serves until 3:30pm, but the breakfasts looked great and they also do take away if you don't fancy cooking for yourself.
The walk into Bolton-le-Sands is about 15-20 mins where we found a fantastic Indian restaurant and a few nice pubs.
When first arriving onto the coast, the view is breathtaking. The farm itself is located right on the bank to the coast making it ideal for a relaxing or walking holiday break.
When arriving we had to go into Archer's Cafe to sort out keys etc and then were told we could pitch anywhere. We pitched on the lower field near the hedges to shelter from the wind but it didn't really help to be honest. Once pitched, we realised we were only a few feet from the chicken hutches behind the hedges. Although they were lovely to watch and allowed to roam all over the fields, they sometimes drove the dog potty.
The site was clean and well looked after and the showers were not dirty but were cleaned daily. The showers were hot and free however you have to press the button every 4 seconds making it impossible to shower properly. Being 6ft2, I also had to bend down to actually get in the showers- I have seen a lot worse though in previous sites.
The site is a working farm and there are lots of noises around including chickens and cows and this makes it very appealing to me. I enjoyed the atmosphere of the site and also enjoyed waking up to nature.
The 'slight slope' is very optimistic, as in some areas there is a huge incline, although this didn't affect us.
The site is around 20 minutes walk to the local pub, 5 miles from Lancaster and around 2 miles to Carnforth centre. Excellent place, lovely setting and we will be going back!
Just returned from a last minute 2 night stay, with my wife and our cocker spaniel simba. Phoned the site in the afternoon for arrival at 7pm with no problems. The site is in a lovely coastal position, which is why we chose to give it a go however, the sea view description is a little creative because the sea view only seems available from a select few pitches at the top end of the two touring fields.
Due to our late 7pm arrival the reception was closed but a sign informed campers to go and choose a pitch unless the ‘site full’ sign was showing. The top field seemed the busier of the two so we decided set up camp on the lower field and also chose a more sheltered position because the top of the field seemed a little exposed to the wind. Plenty of space between pitches and my wind concerns were unnecessary because we ended up with the hottest weekend so far this year, absolutely gorgeous sunshine throughout our stay.
That was worth the £6 per head nightly tariff alone, no charge for dog ! Shower and toilet blocks very clean and modern, plenty of hot water always available (free showers).
Beach just outside the farm/site entrance, great for strolls with the dog although as previously mentioned it’s more muddy than sandy and I wouldn’t advise straying too far out. Left to ourselves, which suits me but the staff seemed cheerful and were on hand if needed throughout the day in reception/café. Didn’t sample the café although it looked very nice and modern and previous reviews recommend the breakfast.
The site got much busier on the Friday and the outside edges of the field were near to full but still plenty of room across the middle of the large field. Surprisingly the toilet/shower block seemed to cope well with a nearly full site and we never experienced any queues. Didn’t really venture out and about because we wanted a chilling couple of days and we were also restricted regarding local pubs/restaurants because of the dog.
All in all a good little site, no frills but lovely clean basic amenities in a lovely location, large open pitching fields with plenty of room for kids to play safely. Just be aware the noise from the nearby train track sounds like a low flying helicopter each time a train passes by and this goes on till past midnight and started again at approx 6am on the Friday morning (this may not happen on the weekend). Didn’t really disturb me but if you are a light sleeper or have younger kids it may be an issue.
Having read previous reviews I have to say that I was somewhat disappointed. We were the only people in the top field and only one tent in the lower field but even so the toilet block was dirty on arrival and the same dirty washbasin was still there 3 days later. We never even saw the pets corner.
The approach to the camping fields through the farm is very tight at one point and I would not like to be driving a large motorhome through or be towing a large caravan outfit.
You don't get a lot for your £6 per night per person + £3 per night electric.
Location though is good with easy access to Morecambe which doesn't have a lot to offer but a decent Morrisons, indoor market and Sainsbury's. Carnforth is similar distance in opposite direction where you can find a Tesco. Lancaster is also close by but parking a motorhome is near impossible as car parks are either multi-storey or have height barriers.
Should have realised it was a windy site when we saw the trees growing horizontally! Stayed mainly sunny though, and had gorgeous views to sea.
Pitched in top LH corner of the field with views - no probs at all except for a few kids who kept popping through the hedge! Site has noise rules, but these weren't enforced and we were kept awake by same kids who had obviously come for a cheap weekend boozy jambouri!
A self-confessed clean-freak, I found the facilities rather dirty. Only cleaned once in whole 2-night stay, and even then, there were plasters and clothes tags still evident. There was only one cubicle (female) that had a bench, but the light sensors didn't pick me up so had to shower in the dark! Water was lovely and hot, and free, although had to keep pressing the button which was annoying. Hairdryer (20p) - was about as much use as a chocolate fireguard! On the plus-side: loads of loo roll! Dishwashing had hot water, but sinks very mucky. Blocks were provided for BBQs.
Had a couple of lovely walks up & down the coast and into the villages, then back along the canal - most pleasant!
1 night stay only to check out site for later in year. Easy to find, bang on the shore, great staff, even better café.Licensed too.
£6 per adult & £3 for kids over 5 so great value - same price all year too, none of this ramping up for 'peak' season.
2 fields, not so 'gently sloping' in parts but chocks sorted us out. Sign up saying site full but the edges of the field weren't full & no-one in middle so looks like they operate to a set maximum number for people rather than physical space.
Tiny gripe - not enough places to put stuff when in shower. A couple of hooks but no shelf/seat. Must be getting picky in my old age!
This site is really lovely, it's set on a working farm (where our boys got to feed the lambs) and there is a pets corner. There is also a gorgeous cafe with indoor & outdoor seating & also doubles as the site reception.
The staff are great, very friendly & obliging.
There is a tiny area of statics (loads of kids - which was great for my boys) and then the tent/touring field. The field is on a gentle slope but copeable with. There is a water tap on the field along with a large bin.
You can have fires (in a basket) & bbq's but they must be set up on large stones (which are all provided).
The shower/loo facilities are first rate, very clean (looked brand new to me), they don't cost anything but the button on the shower is about 10 seconds long so you have to keep pressing every few seconds to keep the hot water flowing.
There are four EHU but we just used our gas & battery.
We were very lucky with the weather, it was red hot from arriving Friday teatime right through to when we left at 2pm on Sunday, so we got to appreciate Morecombe Bay at it's finest.
Cost wise I think it's 6 per adult per night and 3 per child per night, so, not the cheapest, but well worth it, just for the stunning views.
Whilst you are on a farm, you are literally on the shore line, so the sand is on your doorstep, however, big be aware, take advice before adventuring out onto the sands too far out, there is a reason this huge beach area is practically empty all the time & that is because there is Sinking Sand (there is actually an old wreckage of a half sunk car!), and everyone should remember the Chinese Cockle pickers a few years ago, so the tide can just creep around you and then you could become stranded.
I wouldn't let this ruin your stay though, we took advice, went on the beach, but didn't venture far & the kids loved it
This is a nice site with stunning views across the bay. The showers are quite new and were very clean
With lots of hot water, although you have to keep the button pressed in for the water to run. Walked to Indian restaurant in village which was excellent. Also Archers cafe on site does a mean breakfast. Quiet site, would recommend and would use it again.
We went to this site in sept 2010 what a lovely site, we had a large tent & there was plenty of room. Although there is no children's play area my 5yr old grandson really enjoyed playing on the large grass area. Its only a short walk to the sea where it's good for walking with the dog if you have one, where there is a lovely cafe, that do meals. We did not eat there but was told they do nice food. There is no shop which was a bit of a let down as we ran out of milk. The toilet block is all new & very clean, only 2 pot washing areas which for a site this size was not enough. There is a short drive into Morecambe & Carnforth. We will definitely go back to this site good all rounder !
Stayed here for four nights and I have to say that at £6 per head (less for the kids) this is a very inexpensive place to stay. There are few frills at this site - it's a couple of fields on a fairly substantial slope between the sea and the west coast main line railway, so you have regular noise and a constant breeze - but you are left pretty much to your own devices and are free to pitch where you like and use whatever equipment you choose (apart from camp fires).
It's a wonderful experience being able to take your children camping on a working farm. You are surrounded by sheep and cows in adjoining fields and the chickens are left to roam around the camping fields. Being able to watch the cows going in to be milked on your way to the shower block with the kids is a diverting experience. There is also a lovely little petting farm and an on-site cafe.
The close proximity to Carnforth, Lancaster and Morecambe means that you'll never have to travel more than three or four miles to stock up on provisions and the local villages of Bolton le Sands and Hest Bank are walking distance away (15-20mins) and have the usual small convenience stores, take-aways and restaurants. You will have to get used to single-track lanes in order to get to the site, however, but there are plenty of passing spaces and most drivers seem to be cautious on the road.
The facilities are clean and perfectly adequate, but those used to club sites might find them lacking in certain respects. My wife reported that there was no hand soap in the ladies for the length of our visit and the showers are of the kind which require you to keep a button pressed constantly to keep the water flowing. I do appreciate the need to conserve water, but surely a thirty second or one minute timer would be a fair compromise. The washing up sinks, being outside in the yard as they were, did give the impression that they could easily be used for washing muddy boots (or other things!) - but the water was scalding hot on demand.
In all though our stay at this site was a positive experience and, for the money, one we wouldn't mind repeating.
We have just returned from a lovely weekend here. There are two huge camping fields with loads of space for football, flying kites etc. We also had plenty of space around our pitch, the pitches weren't marked out so we were able to leave a nice gap between us and our neighbours! It seems to be a very clean and well maintained site. The first field is slightly more sheltered, but the second has absolutely gorgeous views across the bay. The showers are hot, and the shower and toilet block remained clean and well maintained over a very busy weekend. Soap and toilet paper were replaced when they ran out. The cafe is lovely and reasonably priced. There are loads of animals for the children to see. We did venture onto the 'beach' but it was very muddy - bring wellies! Our only problem was the wind, which was so strong it damaged our tent on the second night. Apart from that we had a lovely time and would definitely return here. There's plenty to do in the area, Windermere is only a 45 minute drive.
Went in July for 2 nights in my big tent with a big group of family and friends. It was sunny the first night and rained all night the second night!
The campsite was all good. Bit of a slope but get your airbed the right way round and you will be fine. The cafe is lovely and very welcome especially when raining. The pets corner is great for the kids in fact the whole site is great for kids - lots of space. Very close to beach, which was good for walking dogs and kids! The showers are lovely and well maintained. Newspaper delivery was good.
Only constructive criticism would be more bins.
We went into Morecambe for tea and for a drive to Silverdale and Arnside, which was lovely.
Unfortunately, I became ill on the trip we had here in April, so I was a bit fed up! But the site was lovely, fab facilities with free showers in a lovely block and a bargain at £6 pppn. The owners/workers there were great, very helpful, polite and made you feel welcome.
The Archers cafe is a little pricey, not too bad though, and was a god send when I felt ill on the last day and just didn't want to cook breakfast, just went in there, had a lovely breakfast, and then chilled out in there with a few brews, very cosy : )
The site is just next to the sea so you can get straight on the beach, loads of fun for kids, and grown ups alike! We were a group of 3 mid twenties couples and enjoyed seeing the animals and playing on the beach with kites! Little things eh?! Our friends are into the kite boarding, so was perfect for them,gets very windy down there.
We didn't really do much but stay around the site and beach, so cant really comment on the area, but if you make your own entertainment on site, its a pleasant place to be :)
I must say, we ventured into Morecambe for a couple of hours one day, wasn't at all impressed with Morecambe, which is a few mins drive away from the site, not much there at all. Was dissapointed :(
Just returned from a long weekend at red bank farm and have had a great time. We booked an EHU pitch which was situated overlooking the bay with fabulous views and stunning sunsets. It became quite windy and blustery during our stay and we certainly felt it being in such an exposed spot.
The field we chose was pretty quiet and had a mix of families and couples of all ages and everyone was really friendly. The site has impoved since our last visit with a lovely clean toilet and shower block with ample free hot showers.
There is a cafe on site but due to the lovely weather only visited it to book in and buy ice creams. There is also a laundry too but we didn't use this facility.
One of the best bits for our children was the farm animals especially feeding the chickens and watching the cows being milked. There were many paths and places to explore on the site with many walks off the site.
There is a tesco in carnforth and a morrisons in morcambe for you supplies.
Visited here May 2010, 2 adults and a dog for £12 per night.
2 generous camping fields, we went on a Sunday afternoon for 2 nights and had plenty of space to ourselves.
The campsite was very tidy and the owners friendly. The shower blocks were clean, only complaint was that there was nowhere to put stuff while having a shower and the push button 'tap' didn't last long between presses but this was a minor point.
There are chickens wandering around the camping field which created some entertainment! Also there is a petting area which included lambs, rabbits and goats. A nice touch if you have kids.
Sadly the cafe closes at 4pm on a Sunday and all day Monday so we didn't get the chance to use it other than to order a snack to take away for our return journey but it did look very nice and we hope to use it if (when) we return.
The beach is a bit muddy in areas but interesting and widespread. The dog loved it as I expect would children.
The trains were more frequent than I expected and there was the occasional loud one but generally the track was far enough away and the trains were quiet enough to not cause disturbance.
We will definitely make further visits to this site.
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
Holiday Homes for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
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 
No Baby Changing 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
Battery Charging 
Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop <1 mile 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <1 mile 
Wild Swimming On Site 
Indoor Pool <5 miles 
No Outdoor Pool 
No Horse Riding 
Cycle Hire <1 mile 
Golf <5 miles 
Tennis <1 mile 
Beach On Site 
Watersports <5 miles 
Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles 
Sea Views 
Working Farm 
Campfires Allowed 
Coastside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
No Dog Walk 
This was our first camping trip of 2011 and we are so glad that we chose this site. The overall feel of the place is great; relaxed, friendly, welcoming. 
