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Spent a fabulous weekend ( 2 nights) here with my 3 kids aged 11,9 and 5 and they loved it. The whole site is well spaced, there is no feeling of tents or caravans being on top of each other.
I thought the main toilet/shower block was perfect, it was clean and well maintained.
There are plenty of wash up sinks, I never had to queue once.
The little shop is just that - a little shop though it is stuffed with loads of little nic nacks. We never used the little fryer, however it was very popular but never overcrowded.
My only regret over the whole weekend was that I didn't take my fishing rods, however this will be rectified when we return.
The whole place has a friendly and well run atmosphere, it is one of the best sites we have visited.
Well, my partner and I decided to spend a weekend (Sun-Tues) here and we weren't disappointed. Every minor detail of the site had been taken into consideration. You would walk no more than 15 feet before reaching a drinking water source, the bathrooms were spotless and they only used the poshest toilette paper (no Asda value nonsense here) The guys on site were great.
We were greeted by Sinneid who was very polite and good at her job (as someone who works in sales, you notice these things a lot)The guy driving the buggy was sound and the only person I had a problem with was the other girl in the office who quite frankly should be working with animals, not human. Either way, that didn't touch the holiday at all.
I had a wicked time and would recommend this site to anyone looking to camp in the area.The only real qualm I had (which other people mentioned) is the shop and take away being closed midweek. Still, I can understand this perfectly as midweek, off season, they would actually make a loss by having it open and you can't really expect any business to do that.
The site is within realistically speaking 20-30 minutes walk from the nearest pub, the Boat. We had brilliant meal here, all ingredients, no packaged crap.
Stayed here monday to friday, lovely site. The showers were free!, clean, and always warm, they have shelves to put your clothes on and a shower curtain to prevent them getting wet. There is a coin operated hairdryer (I think it was about 30p, didn't use it) and next to that is a big mirror and a plug so that you can plug your straightners in!
Washing up sinks and areas were clean and washing up liquid was available free! The water pressure is amazing, which is good for the showers but when using the sinks you need to stand back or your clothes will get wet!
Was disappointed to find out that the shop was not open on the day we arrived (monday) as the 'little fryer' selling chips and pizza etc was one of the reasons for choosing the site as we have two teenagers. When I asked at reception the lady said 'its not open today' so I asked when it would be open and she replied 'friday'! Yet the website gives the impression that it is open every day. We left the site at 11.30am on Friday but the shop was still not open.
There is an area where you can let your dog off the lead, it is fenced in and is about the length of a football pitch, so more than enough for them to run some energy off. The children's play area looked very good for the under 12's. One more thing - take rock pegs!
What a gem. The small shop and fryer were great and reasonable. We had pizza and chips on Friday for 5 of us for less than £15. The playground is fab, we had 6 kids in our group from 2 - 12 and they all enjoyed it, especially the sandpit but beware the sand when wet stains clothes.
The pitches were a good size and the view of the lake and fountain lit up at night is lovely.
The showers were hot and clean and there was a hair dryer and plug sockets in the bathrooms. They even provide soap, shampoo and handwash.
The washing up facilities were good with liquid on a dispenser if you need it.
All in all a great site. Also a good little shop from one of the outbuildings you pass on the way in which sells camping gear.
Well,been here before and loved it. Still do. In the midweek period only.
Weekends are chaos, kids going mental till after 11pm despite site rules, adults noisy and some worse the wear for drink. Loose dogs everywhere, site warden seemed unable to control the situation, although it takes a brave man to tackle groups of adults fuelled by booze!
Security gate, for which you pay £5 deposit on fob, never shut all weekend, come and go as you please seemed the order of the day. Assume shop, fryer, only open at weekend although didn't state this on opening times list.
On the good side, improved facilities eg, more loos, elsan points, lighting, waste water points good.
Pillaton really is lovely mid week, deer, hares, rabbits, many varieties of bird to be seen. The owners are very nice, friendly people who I hope continue to have the success they deserve with this site but at the same time think that sometimes popularity can be a two edged sword. Maybe a slightly lower midweek price would be appropriate if facilities are not open.
All that being said I would return again and again, midweek
Just bought a caravan and this was our first caravan holiday at Pillaton and we had a fantastic time. Beautiful site with views of one of the fishing lakes, and we were
Pleasantly greeted on arrival. We enjoyed Penkridge market on the Saturday morning and we also visited Stafford and Cannock town centres. Not so keen on Stafford, but loved Cannock. Excellent facilities, so clean and modern. We probably would'nt go again, purely as it was close to where we live (like I said, we tried it out for a first holiday and wanted somewhere local) but I would definitely recommend it!
There is not much going on for children I don't think, but that didn't bother us as it was just me and my partner and our dog.
We have just returned from a stay at this campsite - chosen due to good reviews on this site.
The site is large and attractively laid out around the fishing pools. Security was good with a barrier lifted by a key (£5 deposit on arrival). Wardens were often seen picking up litter etc and the bins were all emptied regularly.
Our pitch was a really good size - flat with lots of space between us and the neighbours. The kids play area was great although nowhere to play football that we could find. The shop was fine for forgotten extras (£2.50 for 6 bread rolls!). We didn't use the take away.
The toilets/showers were a disappointment. Whilst obviously cleaned regularly the floor was often muddy - especially in the showers. It was raining so not surprising but there is no mop / bucket to clean out after use - I'm sure most people would be happy to do this themselves when its muddy. They were also tiny - very difficult to help shower children. There were queues every morning for the showers. The water was only just warm - as was the washing up water so we had to boil kettles to wash up. When we mentioned this to a warden he said it was because the site was busy. Unfortunately this would put us off returning.
In the area we found Weston Park - 15minutes away with house / gardens / adventure playground / cafe etc. Quite reasonable admission prices. We also found Cineworld at Wednesfield on a retail park - quite useful to fill the day when its raining!
Hello all, just returned from 3rd visit to Pillaton.
All amenities have been upgraded, eg more toilet blocks and the new fryer.
We have been before and thoroughly recommend the site as per the other reviews, just one point to note for anybody visiting the site.
** This time we were on 'rally field' and would strongly advise on taking rock pegs as the ground here is just rock/rubble with a layer of turf, normal pegs do not/will not suffice, and take a metal hammer (claw) to knock in your pegs.
A weekend of great weather has probably coloured our judgement but this is a lovely site. It's level and dry (we went through a few pegs but this means that the ground is firm and supportive). The pitches are pre determined and this means that there is plenty of space around each pitch - when booking you have a choice of areas - eg near the fishing or near to the play area (which is excellent). The fishing pitches also look ideal, ie right next to the pools.
Toilets and showers were fine and the washing-up areas were good with take-away info to look at - we had a 'chinese' on first night to save cooking - good value and delivered to the site. We also got the kids a freshly made pizza from the 'Little Fryer' on site - there was a slice or two left over so we taste tested it (purely for the purposes of this review!)
Site was clean and well set out - security around into late into the evening and the attractions locally - Cannock Chase - the sweet shop in Penkridge - are definitely worth a look. Hope to go again
Just returned from this site about an hour ago. We found the site on the UKCampsite.co.uk search and had never been before.
Well where do I start, its just great and only 9 miles from home. We have never been so local before, but think we may spend more weekends at this site this summer than we will at home.
The pitches are huge, even though the site was pretty much full (mayday weekend) you certainly don't feel crammed in at all.
The kids just loved it here. It has the best play area I've seen on any site before and what I like is that the owners have placed it in the middle of the site rather than the edge or a corner. It also has a large sandpit and a crazy golf coarse.
The 'little shop' sells all the essentials and toys. The 'little grill' is a great idea too selling breakfasts, burgers, chips and pizzas and open till 11pm. We had a large pizza it was lovely but the biggest I ever seen lol.
Toilets and showers are great, very clean all the time. One day I popped in the loo on two occasions and seen the warden checking the cleanliness both times, most impressive. Soap in the dispensers and loo role always kept full and there's even soap/shower gel dispensers in the showers.
Another thing I noticed which may benefit the campers without a fridge was in the washing up room a huge fridge / freezer which I think is free to use. It just had a little note on saying you leave stuff at your own risk! I had a peep inside and only one little sandwich bag with a few sausages in so I guess the tenters may not have noticed it.
All in all a fab site which I think may become our second home this summer, role on next weekend.
We arrived at pillaton to find a warm welcome and the site was clean. With two toilet blocks one of these with showers. Lots of room in shower and toilets. They were nice and clean to use.
There is a takeaway and a shop, which are very useful, with a good menu. Also pools which added to the view for fishing. Plenty of room round the pitches. The playground was in a good position.
We think it is a very good site. It is a value for money site. Also near cannock chase.
Dear Gatsey, I have just read your recent review of our site. I am sorry for your disappointment with the shower facilities. I am the site warden who showed you onto your pitch and am also responsible for the cleaning of all toilet and wash facilities here.
I can assure you that they are all regularly cleaned and maintained to a high standard, in fact many people have complimented upon them.
Unfortunately there is no drive through facilities for your motorhome to fill water or empty waste by hose or outlet, however there are elsan points and water taps at various points on site where you can easily drive and park next to with easy reach for hosing, though I would have assumed like caravan your waste boxes and toilets are detachable?
Very friendly welcome, and with reception being open until 10pm on Fridays, there was no problem with late arrivals - as it happened we arrived earlier than we had expected, but the majority of campsites are unwilling to accept late arrivals, which I can fully understand.
Anyway, the site comprises all grass pitches, pretty much level and all neatly cut. The lakes are attractive, and there is a good play area. I think there are two toilet blocks; the one furthest away from us, up by the small shop and the takeaway has showers. We used the shower in our own van on the first morning but on the second my husband used the site showers as we had run out of water, but he was far from impressed and said he felt dirtier after than before! There wasn't a motorhome waste water drain which was a bit of a nuisance.
The site is close to Cannock Chase. We cycled up to Go Ape(about 5 miles)- good fun, well organised and we were lucky enough to have lovely weather. There are lots of walks and cycle paths around.
All in all, good location, friendly but we don't like to rough it too much with shower and toilet blocks so not sure if we would return. Having said that, it was very reasonably priced £32 for two nights in Easter hols, 2 adults, 2 children), so you never know!
Don't be fooled by thinking you are on an industrial estate becasue the camp site is a little way down the lane after these buildings.
The site is large and has 4 Coarse fishing pools.
The pitches are mixed euh and non-ehu and are very spacious and well kept, clean and tidy.
There is also a rally field which at the time of staying was non-ehu only.
The children's play are is large and one of the best I have come across. There is also a sand pit area. It's all in the middle of the site and can be seen from most pitches.
None of the fishing pools are fenced off so if you think it will be a problem with your children then maybe not for you.
Facilities:
There is a large heated toilet/shower block with piped music (which does get on your nerves after a bit - that's just my personal opinion lol)
There were I think 6 toilets and 6 showers altogether.
Wash basins and mirrors
A hairdryer (free I think but not 100% sure as I didn't use it)
I seem to recall sockets for plugging in your own hairdryer and straighteners.
Only downside was there wasn't anywhere to put your stuff once in the shower (no little shelf or fip down seat)and a curtain would have been good just to protect your clothes from any shower spray. Saying that nothing of mine got wet when I was showering. Very minor niggle
No idea on the gents but I expect it was similar.
The wash up sinks were under cover in the same block/area and were adequate for what was needed - plenty of hot water whatever time of day ( so I am told as OH and children did all the washing up)
There were various vending machines in the same area - pot noodle, drinks, choc bars, chips etc - we didn't sample thier delights though! Children did have Hot Chocolate from one of them and said it was nice.
Also, in this area there were takeaway menus from the local Indian and Chinese and Pizza (?) places. All will deliver to the site for you.
OH and children went fishing on the Saturday afternoon - remember you must have a rivers licence to go fishing. You can get then from the site or from any Post Office or PO on line.
Even though they didn't catch anything they still had fun.
There is a small shop on site that sells toys and things for cildren, sweets etc and bait for fishing (apparently they like luncheon meat!)
I cannot say anything about the surrounding area - things to see and do - as we were there on a UKCS meet and I never left the site for the whole of the weekend. OH went out to a supermarket somewhere in Penkridge. Penkridge seems a fairly decent sized place with a few shops.
Very minor noise from the motorway and on the Saturday afternoon we had a good display from the local flying club - think the airfield is not too far away. On the Sunday we were treated to the Red Arrows flying over on their way to/from somewhere.
Not enough motorway noise to keep us awake at night.
Plenty of wildlife around - including ducks on the lakes - especially if you are up and about before the rest of the site.
When we booked the site we paid £13 per night for 2 adults, 2 children, tent with ehu. Which was worth every penny.
For 2010 it has increased to £15 a night but still good value.
There is also a £5 returnable deposit for the security barrier.
We will be returning for the second week of the Easter school holidays to explore the area and visit Alton Towers (not my idea) and check out the improvements/changes made/planned before we return for another meet in September.
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No 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 
No Battery Charging 
Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar On Site 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing On Site 
Wild Swimming On Site 
Indoor Pool <1 mile 
No Outdoor Pool 
Horse Riding <5 miles 
Cycle Hire <5 miles 
Golf <1 mile 
No Tennis 
No Beach 
Watersports On Site 
No Boat Launch 
No Sea Views 
Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
Spent a fabulous weekend ( 2 nights) here with my 3 kids aged 11,9 and 5 and they loved it. The whole site is well spaced, there is no feeling of tents or caravans being on top of each other.
