Shipley Smallburns Farm

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A peaceful little CL

We stayed here for 4 nights during a bank holiday weekend. The site was very peaceful, with good views and easy access. The whole field is flat, the grass is cut and the waste area clean and well maintained. There is one drinking water tap which is fine for a small site like this. We appreciated the peace and quiet. Booking was no hassle at all - emailed to check availability and had a response within an hour so all sorted (and on a very short notice!). When we arrived, there is a number to call and we were told to just set up wherever we fancied. Would definitely recommend!

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Reviewed on 29/08/2023 20:57

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A lttle gem

This is a lovely CL in a very quiet rural location. Plenty of space; with reasonably easy access. Waste management clean and easy. Lovely views in all directions of hills and fields with sheep/cattle. Owners unobtrusive (you just ring on arrival - sign at bins), but helpful if needed. Most places to visit are within 20 minutes; with other days out a little further afield. Plenty to do to fill a week or so. The comment about dog walking is valid; but we walked down the farm driveway which the OS map indicated as a public footpath - met Mr. Coxon, who told us to walk through the field at the back of the farm and up the hill. Whilst not a 'path', and having sheep, it was was very pleasant for the dogs. Would definitely return. Only one small suggestion for improvement: the directions state turn R at a give way sign - the give way sign is not applicable to the main road, but to the road you are entering. A CL sign at the turning from the main road would be helpful.

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2sausagedogs

Reviewed on 28/07/2023 08:34

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Lovely little site

Just spent 4 nights on this peaceful litte CL. Beautiful views, dark skies and the sound of curlews calling. The site is very relaxed and the owner very friendly and chatty when you see him. I gave him a quick ring when I arrived and was told to pitch up in a free spot. The site is distant enough from the road that there is no traffic noise. You do hear his dogs and sheep, but it is a farm, afterall. It wasn't intrusive. The facilities are basic but well presented. The only downside for me was that the local public footpaths were not well used so quite overgrown. This limited my dog walking to the lanes, as I've a dodgy knee and a tiny and slightly wimpy JRT!

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Reviewed on 19/06/2023 13:09

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Beautiful site

We are just having our last (extra) night at this beautiful CL. We originally booked for 7 nights, but loved it that much that we decided to stay for an extra night. Would have stayed even longer if it wasn't for work/school. It is one of the best sites we have stayed on in the 10 years we have been caravanning. It is a spacious, well maintained site with lots of room even when full. The grass is in fantastic condition and well mowed and looked after. The views are spectacular, whichever way you look. It is so peaceful listening to the birds and animals in the nearby fields. There are lots of walks around the site, ideal if you have a dog too. We will definitely be back soon, thank you!

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rubble1952

Reviewed on 03/06/2023 21:20

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Peaceful with extensive views

Lovely peaceful, well maintained site with extensive views. You can pitch anywhere and it’s very spacious which is what we love about CLs. We saw a couple of stunning sunsets down over the site entrance. As in a previous review, the photos on the website don’t do it enough justice. Mr Coxon was pleasant and helpful and even showed us some newborn lambs. We didn’t follow the caravan directions through Alnwick due to road closures and came off the A1 at Denwick, straight across the B1340 and right at a junction with the old stables tearoom, Turned left onto Smiley Lane after the Hobberlaw plants, At the end that lane turned right onto the B6346 and then follow the club directions or satnav, and the site is over a T-junction. It’s around 20 minute drive into Alnwick and the famous Barter second hand bookshop, which is well worth a visit just to experience the old railway station. They have a huge selection of just about any book. It was a Thursday and the market had craft stalls. Lots of cafés and shops in the town centre. There is the also the castle which was used in the making of Harry Potter. We only stayed a couple of nights but would definitely return and recommend.

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BlackandBrown

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Reviewed on 06/06/2022 16:28

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Tranquil with beautiful views

This was our first time of visiting this site and we were not disappointed... for location purposes, it was 10 minutes' drive from Alnwick (buy your £1 parking disc at the car parks or at the Post Office or one of the many shops in the town that sell them) and very close to Alnmouth train station for trips further afield. But the photo on the club website does not do justice to the lovely views available from the site, and Michael, the farmer, could not have been more friendly or willing to talk about the wildlife in the area. We spent almost a whole day in Alnwick Gardens (you can upgrade your ticket to allow access all year round for only a couple of £s more) and had also prebooked to see an evening concert at the beautifully renovated Alnwick Playhouse. For fans of craft beer or gin, try the real ale place 'The Ale Gate' for a wide range of beer and speciality gins, friendly staff and very good value prices! We also took a 1.5 hour cruise out from Seahouses to the Farne Islands with Serenity and were impressed at how attentive they were, constantly moving round the boat to chat to us about the area, wildlife and history of the Farne Islands. They mentioned that in summer they do a 4 hour cruise to Lindisfarne as that is the best way to see the island ie from the sea. We will definitely be back to enjoy that cruise and also the peacefulness of this beautifully kept caravan site. We cannot recommend this site highly enough.

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The Happy Parrys

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Reviewed on 29/04/2022 11:07

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A wonderful site

We aren't usually bothered about having electricity, but this site was exactly where we wanted to go. What is lovely is that there are no regimented rows or hardstandings. You can pitch where you want, obviously showing courtesy to other users. For those worried about grass length, the whole site was cut very short. Plenty of room for five caravans/motorhomes and a neatly fenced-off waste disposal, with the water tap a little further away. The turn into it is sharp, but easily manageable by small to medium outfits and motorhomes. Within easy reach of Alnwick with its superb castle. There are places to eat there, and an out of town centre with various supermarkets. Not far to drive to Craster, Dunstanburgh and other coastal delights, with plenty of coastal paths and cycling routes. Cragside is another fascinating place within easy reach. A little further to the Cheviots with all the walking and cycling which can be done there. The views of those from the site are rather lovely. Very, very peaceful. The farmer was welcoming and friendly. Really recommend this site as a sheer delight.

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Freyasday

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Reviewed on 02/07/2021 16:15

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Very welcoming with Peaceful tranquil views

Just been for a second time had another great holiday. Mr Coxon is very friendly and welcoming, he leaves people to enjoy their holiday but is always friendly to chat to if you see him around. The site is away from the main road so is peaceful from noise with great views of rolling country side, with great walks around the area as well as great locations to visit only a short drive away The field is well maintained with the grass is always kept tidy.

Looking forward to going back in the future Andrew and Kirsty

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Reviewed on 03/06/2021 16:43

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Excellent

Very peaceful and restful 5 nights spent on this site in August 2020, 1st time out this year. Friendly welcome on arrival from Mr. Coxon. Good 16 Amp EHU so boss lady had no problems with hairdryer. Field well kept, grass cut neat and tidy, slightly undulating but ramps soon sorted that. Only 1 issue, (and in no way do I criticise site owners with this comment), which was a dog owner not keeping their dog under control, the dog came running toward me, jumping up, thing was when dog owner eventually came out of their caravan to see what fuss was about she didn't appear to be at all concerned, really good thing it didn't happen to my wife as she is petrified of dogs and would have been screaming. Dog owners please remember not everyone wants to play with your dog, if you don't wish to keep them on a lead at least please keep an eye on them so they are under your control. Having said that it really didn't spoil our stay and we would certainly return to this CL. Thank You for a well kept site in a beautiful part of the country.

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GandadBear

Reviewed on 23/08/2020 14:02

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really lovely site

This is a lovely, quiet site with wonderful views across the Northumberland hills. It's very spaciuis with grass that is kept is a good state. I agree with all that has been said about the site with the exception of the nit-picking comment about the waste disposal point being "a hole in the ground". It is a perfectly acceptable waste point - this is a CL, not a CAMC site! If you want a great site on a Northumbrian working farm - this is for you. We,ve just had 10 wonderful days here.

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Reviewed on 05/07/2019 15:56

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