Hucks Barn Farm

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Mixed feelings!

Let's not get this out of perspective, this is a lovely site, well maintained and very handy for Ludlow (20 min walk). However, there are a few aspects that could easily be rectified: 1.  The information says "suitable for Motorhomes", this would be very accurate IF the pitches were more level, a large motorhome would struggle to get level almost anywhere on the site.  Also, and very surprisingly, there is no service point and nowhere to empty grey water!  The owners suggested we needed a bucket to collect the waste water from the Motorhome outlet and take it to the hedgerow - have you ever tried moving over 100litres of water this way, let alone crawling under the motorhome to access the outlet. (No all motorhomes have them at the side of the vehicle).  We were instructed in no uncertain terms NOT to empty the grey water onto the many areas of very long un-cut grass! 2.  The owners, although maintaining a lovely site are both rather brusque, verging on the officious.  My wife refers to me as Victor Meldrew, but by comparison I am a baby.  The welcome did not seem very "welcoming" and it was difficult to prompt a smile of any sort.  No attempt was made to confirm all was well other than a pointed comment about using the driveway to access the main road rather than a wet and muddy footpath at the rear of the site. 3.  £20 a night for a CL which only has pitch, electricity and access to water/chemical disposal point is expensive, especially in September (No toilet or shower)! I note however, others referred to £15 per night.  Obviously the price was increased due to the Ludlow Annual Food Festival - a bit naughty eh? Before anyone makes comment, we have been members of the Caravan Club for well over 30 years having used many Club Sites and CLs in that time. Finally, we had a great time visiting Ludlow and the Food Festival but at £20 per night (even at £15 per night), this is a bit steep.

John41

Motorhomer from Kent

Reviewed on 14/09/2015 14:24

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Beautiful c.l.

Just stayed at this c.l. and loved it. It is sloping but there are hardstandings, we found it a little difficult to put the awning up because of the slope and the hardstanding was not big enough for both. There are little areas for the vans so it is very private. Very good walking if you have a dog with easy access from the c.l.

Richard12

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Reviewed on 31/07/2015 18:08

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Spacious CL

This is a really lovely CL set in an orchard a short walk from Ludlow. You will probably need levelling blocks for some of the pitches as it is quite slopey. However there is plenty of space and I'm sure once the trees are in leaf it will be absolutely gorgeous. Ludlow is a fantastic town with lots of interesting shops, and the castle is great. Good walks too in Mortimer Forest. The only reason I havn't given it 5 stars is it is on the expensive side at £15 per night, with no facilities other than electrics. That said I will return as it is so lovely and peacefull.

wesley

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Reviewed on 04/05/2015 12:38

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One of the Very Best!

Every so often you come across a truly wonderful CL, and for us, this is definitely one of those "oh, how lovely" locations. We only got to stay one night on this tour, but this is the kind of place to spend a much longer holiday, and use as a base to explore the wonderful scenery, and inspiring places to visit. The CL itself is set back from a B road, behind the farm, and the pitches are dotted around a huge old orchard. There is a slight slope, but hardstanding and grass pitches are terraced at various well spaced places, giving everyone lots of room and privacy. A hard road leads up most of the orchard, then a short hop to a grass or HS pitch. The views are spectacular, with a stile and cart track leading straight from the site up into the Mortimer Forest and miles of glorious walking. An absolute haven for visitors with dogs! The whole place is wonderfully tidy, water, waste and recycling off in a corner of the orchard. We were made very welcome, had all we needed explained to us, then left to pitch up amongst the fruit trees and wonderful birds!  Ludlow is an easy walk, although footpath is narrow, and there are lots of places to visit close by, such as Stokesey Castle, Acton Scott Farm, and of course the foodie town of Ludlow with its magnificent Castle and Church. Definitely a CL we will return to, again and again. Thank you, Mr and Mrs Davies and family.

Takethedogalong

Reviewed on 30/04/2015 14:15

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Good location

This site is easy to find, up a long drive. Water access for a motorhome is a bit tricky. One has to drive along a muddy track at the side of the cl. This is okay, but step out of the passenger side unless you want a muddy van. You then have to reverse out as there is no turning circle. This is not a problem for caravanners. The field itself is fine and hardstandings are on about 3 pitches, but not the approaches. Again not a problem, but it is worth being aware of it.  It is about a 20 min walk into Ludlow along the mainroad, which has a footpath. You may need a torch if coming back at night, as we did not see any street lights.

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Motorhomer

Reviewed on 27/03/2015 17:25

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Great cl

We have just returned from a lovely weekend at Hucks Barn Farm cl. It is a 20 minute walk into Ludlow which is one of the prettiest towns that we have ever visited. The cl is in a large orchard and there was lots of room, with three of the pitches being hard standing. Its a lovely quiet site with fantastic views over the surrounding countryside. No toilets but not a problem to most of us. Owners very friendly and 15 pounds a night. Probably the nicest cl we have stayed at and we have used a few!

littlewhitedog

Reviewed on 23/02/2015 17:53

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Highly recommended.

We have just spent 6 days over the new year at this lovely site.  Sited on a three acre site comprising of an old orchard, wild grasses and mown strips and camping spots and fantastic views of the Shropshire Hills. The birdlife is fantastic and provided me with hours of watching enjoyment, especially the gold crests. The owners were most  welcoming, warning us to take care at night as the cattle grid. could be slippery in the frost, and inviting us to collect water from the inside the farmhouse when the taps froze. Ludlow is about a mile away along an old stagecoach track and roadway making it a fairly easy walk although the park and ride served us well. Ludlow itself is a beautiful historic town that has plenty to offer beyond just the castle . The assembly room for example has a long list of events and entertainment including a small cinema. A faulty battery delayed our departure but was fixed enabling us to depart to a cheery wave from the owners.

Reviewed on 03/01/2015 20:03

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Bird watching

Stayed for 4 nights in October 2014 in changeable weather. Well laid out with both hard and soft siting areas. Several old fruit trees on site which attracted many birds - saw Woodpecker, Chaffinch, Blue Tit and Jays during our stay. Very little noise from working farm and no road noise. Well recommended for those who wish to visit this region.

nordekco

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Reviewed on 26/10/2014 15:42

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super cl

Sited in the old orchard with a choice of hard or grass pitches. On a slope but with hard spine road up to the middle of the site meaning access should be ok. Paths for walking adjacent and easy walk into town (albeit along a road into town that drivers do seem to take a high speed so I am not sure of cycling in). Seemed the perfect "no facility" (bar hook-up) cl to me. 

avondriver

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Reviewed on 21/09/2014 09:58

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Lovely views

Well located for Ludlow - 30 minute walk. Great views on a peaceful site.

davesandie

Reviewed on 20/05/2014 19:34

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