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Why stay here ...
CL of the Year 2008 - 2nd Place
Oaklea 5CL site is set within 16 acres of spectacular open parkland and tranquil woodland. Piotr welcomes you here to relax, chill out and de-stress. Most pitches are on grass with some hard-standings for motorhomes. All pitches are widely spaced and flat. Each pitch has access to a top-quality modern bollard supplying 16 amp electricity, water and a night-light. The site does not have a toilet block. Access is by a sweeping wide gravel driveway. An adjacent car park is provided to maintain tranquillity and protect the grass pitches.
We have planted 10 acres of pasture as parkland with rare and handsome tree and shrub species. The other 6 acres, mainly an oak, birch, rowan and beech woodland, are also planted with unusual woodland species. Mown grass and moss paths wind their way through the wood. Visitors are free to enjoy the arboretum and use the woodland garden walks for personal or dog exercise.
Since 1992 nearly 750 specially selected tree and shrub species, over 6,000 bulbs plus several herbaceous borders have been introduced to provide all year round colour and interest. New planting is always taking place. The carefully planted vistas, already a joy to behold, can only improve with time.
Oaklea is teeming with wildlife. Bird-lovers in particular will find Oaklea a paradise. We have all the common garden birds plus greater-spotted and green woodpeckers, nuthatches, tree creepers, nightingales, nightjars, woodcocks, tawny owls, barn owls, buzzards, sparrow hawks, jays, long-tailed tits, pied wagtails, swallows, cuckoos, pheasants, partridges, mallards and more. The Oaklea dawn chorus is a truly wonderful wake-up call!
And there's more! We are immediately adjacent to over 300 acres of Forestry Commission - Ostler's Plantation, with its highly popular and much-used woodland rides - ideal for dog-walking. Also neighbouring us is the 185 acre Kirkby Moor Nature Reserve, predominantly of heathland and woodland and a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Oaklea is an ideal location for lovers of nature, walkers and cyclists (Sustrans 'Water Rail Way' and 'Viking Way' nearby), RAF enthusiasts (Battle of Britain Memorial Flight 5 miles) and other 'kindred spirits' (e.g. National Trust - Tattershall Castle 5 miles). The Lincolnshire Wolds 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' is on the doorstep. We have created a comprehensive list of things to do and places to visit on the 'Activities' page of our Website.
We are conveniently situated within easy walking distance of Woodhall Spa, with its excellent amenities (e.g. Kinema-in-the-Woods, heated Lido, famous Golf Course) shops and eateries - visit www.woodhallspa.org.
Booking well ahead of your proposed visit is highly advisable.
Awards:
- 2008 Caravan Club CL of the Year Award - 2nd Place
- 2008 Caravan Club CL of the Year Award - Most Picturesque CL
- 2007 Caravan Club CL of the Year Award - Most Picturesque CL
- 2006 Caravan Club CL of the Year Award - Regional Commendation for Middle England and East Anglia
- 2006 Caravan Club CL of the Year Award - Best Newcomer
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Latest arrival time: 8:00 PM
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Electric amperage: 16
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Sites key:
- Postcode:
- LN10 6YY
- GPS:
- Lat 53.150863 / Lon -0.184543
- OS field ref:
- TF214632
- OS map ref:
- 122
Transport links
- Nearest port: Hull (50 miles)
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A unique site
Oaklea
Oaklea has suffered from the recent bad weather like many other sites, but can still accommodate caravanners on the hard standing rather than cancel bookings. Piotr could not have been more helpful and welcoming, and acknowledges there is work to be done to the site. However, we still found it to be a little gem and well worth the long drive there and back home to South Birmingham.
Neal Clements
Reviewed on 21/04/2024 14:43
Tranquil place in need of some TLC
Oaklea
The site is located in a beautiful area and is very tranquil. But I felt more recently that the site is neglected and in need of some TLC. The recent wet weather didn’t help. As the grass was so long and so wet we pitched on the car park/motorhome pitches. Only 2 of the pitches could accommodate awnings. The water supply was some way off in very boggy ground. You needed wellies on to fetch the water. The alternative was from a hose pipe from which the tap to turn on the supply was some way off and needed a sprint to turn the tap off in time to prevent overflows. Filling water was a chore. The elsan point was also a long way off. A wheel barrow was provided to help for those without wheeled toilet cassettes. Again making a chore of the emptying for those who are not so able on their feet. There are many overhanging trees along the entrance that are in need of a good prune. This made access in and out of the site awkward. There is little or no phone and internet signal anywhere on the site. TV reception is very good. Woodhall Spa is a beautiful town full of good eateries. The Kinema is worth a visit. The Battle of Britain visitors centre is well worth a visit. Unfortunately I would not visit again. There are many more sites in the area that are better for the price paid per night.
Brilliant Site
Oaklea
We were recommend this site so thought we would give it a try, we arrived in July for 4 nights, were met by the owner who showed us a choice of pitches , showed us where the water and waste points, also where we could walk in his woods and other areas, nice walk into Woodhall Spa, we were not very lucky with the weather , but we loved the site & hope to return soon,
A very special place
Oaklea
We have just spent a couple of nights here. Lovely large open spaces, accompanied by some beautiful trees . We pitched up on a gravel area along side a nice lawned area ( perfect for us ) .There were grass pitches set in between shrubs and trees which had electric points and taps for water. A really clean and tidy bin / recycling area. You were also able to roam the woods and land onsite which we did .Communication with the owner was very helpful and he made us feel very welcome . Location wise offered plenty of opportunities , from forest walks (Nearby across the road ) going off in all directions .Plenty of local history and good local shops. We are returning soon .
One of the best
Oaklea
We have visited many CLs over past 18 months and this has got to be near the top of our list of favourite sites.
In beautiful grounds, close to Woodhall Spa.
Owner very helpful and relaxed about where we pitched.
Definitely return to this site
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Reviewed on 11/10/2023 16:38
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