Rooley Farm

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Idyllic

We’ve been trying to visit Calderdale since before Covid struck, and luckily for us, the first choice of CL was booked. Fate definitely played us a blinder. Rooley’s Farm is an absolute gem. I won’t lie, the road leading to the CL is narrow in places but that adds to the charm. The welcome folder is full of everything you ever needed to know, and a bit more. The views are breathtaking and for twitchers like us, a dream! You can walk easily into Sowerby village, and it’s not much further to Sowerby Bridge where you can find shops, supermarkets, restaurants and takeaways, and some smashing pubs. The Hog’s Head on the wharf is brilliant for real ale lovers. Each pitch on the site has their own EHU, tap and a very neat and tidy drain! Recycling is very good, in fact I’ve emailed my local council demanding to know why we don’t recycle like Calderdale! We were lucky to see The Flying Scotsman at Haworth whilst in the area. There is so much to see and do, we’re definitely returning. And here’s the CL network’s best kept secret. It only costs £16 a night!!! What are you waiting for? Book now!

Furryfen

Caravanner

Reviewed on 03/06/2023 10:25

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Lovely CL

A very well-maintained and set out CL in a lovely location. We received a very friendly welcome and a massive information folder. The access is slightly narrow but just follow the home made sign and pass the site entrance and turn round a few metres along the road to come back on yourself - it's a doddle then. Prettily landscaped with a dog walk and viewpoints/seating areas. Regularly mown and everything in excellent order. EHU, Grey Water Disposal and fresh water available for each pitch. Slightly sloping site but easily fixed. Cassette emptying area is very well organised as is recycling. The CL is at the top of a very steep hill. We were lucky enough to be there during the Annual Rush Bearing celebrations (first weekend in September). Well worth it. Kudos to all involved in that mammoth effort! It's the first time we'd been to Calderdale, which is absolutely lovely. Lots of big hills for my cyclist husband to toil up and incredibly courteous and supportive motorists he says. A far cry from where we live that's for sure. The locals are very friendly and while there isn't much in the way of NT/EH sites etc, the local towns/canals are interesting for their industrial history and architecture. Excellent circular bus route only metres from the site too. The real prize is the views though. We look forward to going back.

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Absolutely wonderful

A beautiful, immaculately maintained site. With mains electricity, water and grey waste drain on the pitch we we're very comfortable. The large, flat grass field was in great condition.There is an excellent black waste area and multiple, well marked recycling bins to support the sites recycling policy. Being at the top of a hill, the views from the site are stunning. The owners are very helpful, friendly and a pleasure to deal with. A useful information pack is provided on arrival. The road to the site is steep and the entrance needs to be taken cautiously but is perfectly manageable with a 5.5m caravan and a long estate car. A great site and superb value.

Clavinova62

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Reviewed on 24/07/2021 22:19

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Lovely Site

This was a fabulous site, but if you are a Motorhome, do beware, the grass can get very soft and we got stuck despite being at the top of the field and there had not been any rain. We were lucky that a caravaner was able to give us the tug we needed so did not have to pay the £20 fee to be rescued. We were given lots of information and a very warm welcome, a hint about the state of the ground would have saved us the trouble.

LILIAS24

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Reviewed on 25/09/2019 16:23

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Nice site

Visited this site recently and probably didn't see it at it's best due to the amount of rain before and during our trip. It has everything you need and the views from here are very good. The new house builds close by can cause the approach road to be very congested at times.

michael lynch

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Reviewed on 30/06/2019 13:47

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Exceptional

A warm welcome, a top quality CL in every way, what more could you ask for? Our four night stay was nowhere near long enough to do justice to the places of interest in the locality. We need to revisit. Adult only, deep joy, and the best C.E.P. I've used for a very long time. Thank you!

willbee

Caravanner from Staffordshire

Reviewed on 18/09/2017 13:54

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Brilliant site

We stayed here for 3 nights and loved the site. We found entry to the field simple if you follow the directions to turn at the junction 150m up the road. There are ample electric hookups surrounding the large field with drinking water and grey waste outlets adjacent. We were given a most informative file with all that was needed to enjoy the surrounding area. Being motorhomers we found the hourly bus service perfect for getting to the hub of Halifax bus station even on a Sunday. As an added bonus the drivers are happy for you to flag them down between stops and we were even dropped off at the site gate! This is a great site with lovely views and we shall certainly return.

wendyrey

Motorhomer from Lancashire

Reviewed on 11/07/2017 18:47

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A Little Gem

A fabulous site for peace and quiet. A nice walk to the Alma Public House followed by a night cap at The Rushcart Inn made for a good nights sleep. Unfortunatly the following morning my old camper was stuck in the soft ground. £11 camping fee and £20 to be towed out by the local farmer! Not a happy bunny.

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Reviewed on 13/05/2016 20:43

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What a gem

Sometimes you just come upon a gem of a site, and this is one such site. A flat site in this area is rare and very handy for local places of interest. Enjoyed!! cycling up Crag vale, the route of the 2014 Tour de France. Dave & Leslie were very welcoming and the site was perfectly kept. As said on one of the other revues, the U turn to the entrance is no problem, just use the next road junction to turn around.

hobby59

Caravanner from Dyfed

Reviewed on 06/07/2015 20:40

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Ideal Location

We visited this site recently and the first thing that strikes you on driving in are the stunning views. Site is very spacious with lots of variety for pitching,allowing plenty of space between units also 3 water taps combined with hook up and grey water drain. Do not be put off by the U turn to enter site as we found this wasn't a problem. Ideal for visiting Calder Valley with it's many places of interest. 

DEGRA

Reviewed on 30/05/2015 21:17

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