Bridport Bingham Grange Club Campsite

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August Stay

We recently stayed for 6 nights. You are allocated a pitch on arrival which differs from most sites. It was very busy when we checked in and were given no information other than where the pitch was and how to pitch up. I didn't discover the second set of loos/showers until the 2nd day. As there are only 5 at the front of the block there were often queues. This is woefully inadequate for the size of the site. I think signage should be in place to let people know about the additional facicilities at the back of the building. All the facilities are at the top of the hill which is quite a trek especially for those camping as these pitches are at the bottom of the site. You do need car to get out and about as there is nothing in walking distance a part from the pub, but the walk does involve several stiles,. negotiating an electric fence, a field of cows and a mucky farm track. I think this should be made clear as not everyone can (or wants) to take on such a walk. We loved the area and had several lovely days out, but feel we could have chosen a better site with more adequate facilities.

bevste

Caravanner

Reviewed on 16/08/2021 18:18

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Hard work

This site is OK but it breaks your heart watching the elderly taking their grey waste water and toilets to the top of the hill to empty as most caravan and tents are at the bottom of the hill. You certainly need transport to go anywhere as cycling is definitely a no no. Too dangerous. You are surrounded by beautiful woods not scenery as stated in the information. The sight is dimly lit and very dark. 6 showers to 106 pitches. Managed to use them only once. Definitely well over priced. To fill your water container you have to lift it at least one foot off the ground as its built up if you haven't got a hose. The water has a scum layer on it and taste very limey. Phone reception is very weak/poor. No WiFi unless you pay for it. Been on better sights for far less money.

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Reviewed on 16/08/2021 16:55

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Plesantly Surprised

Not long back from a 9 night stay at Bingham Grange. The weather weren't up to much, but then it's been that way every summer for the 10 years we have been caravanning, so no reason to expect this year to be any different. Anyway. Quite impressed if I'm honest. Booked it up ages ago and thought no more of it until reading a few mixed reviews before we left, but I actually liked the quirkiness of the site. Yes, it's not your standard CAMC template, but I liked the variety of pitches, the privacy afforded by hedges, and the different sections (some great pitches available for tents). I thought the unisex toilet block worked well, I didn't think it was old or in need of replacement, just "different". The toilet / sink / shower thing in the single room was a great idea, although yet again the flushes were typically inadequate; I swear the CAMC drop bricks into the cisterns to save water. Once the yappy dogs had quietened down (honestly, what pleasure does a yappy dog bring - I'm lost), you could hear a pin drop; as someone who lives on a busy road it was bliss. And then the owls started up! I read from other reviews that this site is due a refurb, I pray - nay beg - that the CAMC don't take the wrecking ball to the character of this site. Final shout out the wardens who were always friendly and professional when I spoke to them, especially the lady in reception who admirally dealt with about 5 units that turned up all at the same time. Basically the traffic on the run down to Dorset was unbelievably light for the time of year and we all arrived bang on 12. I see no reason not to give this site 5 ticks. Could the CAMC look into the viability of building more outdoor pools to its sites? I'm sure there's enough in the coffers! Only we were originally going to spend the summer at Graffham Water but was gutted to hear that the pool was no more.

EdgarDavids

Reviewed on 07/08/2021 19:01

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Great Stay

Another great stay 10/10 cleanliness close to west bay which is lovely staff very friendly

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Reviewed on 03/08/2021 16:34

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Updating required but how much?

An ideally situated site to explore west Dorset and Jurassic coast from Portland to East Devon. The site still has the feeling of a commercial site with closer pitches and tight roadways as well as fewer toilet blocks. We understand the club is planning a complete redevelopment at the end of the season which we are sure will address many of these issues. Our concern is that the finished site will be yet another over developed site by the club to include several holiday flats, ready camping tents, bell tents and cafe etc. We are sure many members will welcome these developments but please balance this with adding good quality traditional low facility sites in sympathy with the surrounding countryside at a reasonable price for those in the club who value this type of traditional club site.

Steve34

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Reviewed on 02/08/2021 16:58

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Decent location if you have transport

Attended this site in July 2021 when the weather was absolutely boiling hot. We drove in via Charmouth, so skirted Bridport on the way in, which was easy enough to negotiate - decent roads & signage. We booked a service pitch, which was not great, as all service pitches appeared tight for room. We have a Motorhome, so we were relatively OK, but those with caravans found things tight. Our waste water drain on the pitch was basically on the grass next door to our pitch & at a higher level, so running our waste pipe was a mission. We noticed the Club had a temporary plastic drain pipe to the other sides drain, as clearly there had been issues .......so we used that one. The site is clean & well maintained by the staff - and its actually a nice site to walk around - very green, with some lovely trees & shrubs. The toilet/shower block is very dated, and there are clearly not enough of them - but again, we found them to be clean and well maintained. The reception/shop was useful in that it sold some supplies, drinks and food. The staff were nice and helpful. Location wise - no problem if you have a car or Motorbike. However if you not, then you will struggle to get around. Buses do not appear to be that frequent. We are decent walkers, so we walked into Bridport, then onto West Bay (from the map the site give you) - in total around 5 miles - then of course 5 miles return. The heat made the walk a lot harder, otherwise it would have been OK, as no hills. There is also a nice walk from the site along the River Brit. As been mentioned on here, the dog walk is amazing. All in all a nice stay ...........however, the site toilet/shower block needs a refurb.

Ken Wiggins

Motorhomer from West Midlands

Reviewed on 30/07/2021 14:42

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Dog friendly!

This site has the best dog walk I have discovered so far. There is a large fenced-in area where dogs can run free, going down the hill through woodland to a small river and there is a wide mown path for when it is raining. It stretches along two sides of the site, and takes about 20 minutes to complete - so retrace your steps and even a spaniel would call that a good stretch. The staff are very friendly, and a courtesy phone call from reception just before the office closed meant that even though I was arriving late, I knew what to do when I did arrive and they knew I was on my way.

Anne Paine

Reviewed on 27/07/2021 18:53

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Pros and cons

Firstly, if you turn up here and expect a stereotype club site, forget it. This site is a hybrid,the organisation, management of site and housekeeping definitely club standard. The facilities whist adequate and clean club standard they are not. Whilst we had an excellent pitch I did note that some pitches could be a challenge size wise. The EHU's need upgrading The wardens where some of the friendliest we've met, cheerful despite the obvious challenges they have with the site. I am sure with some investment, particularly the washing facilities and pitch reorganising, this would become one of the best sites in the clubs portfolio.

Stuart Proud

Reviewed on 24/07/2021 07:39

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Lovely site

I really enjoyed staying on this site. Beautiful location. Yes the facilities are dated and could do with updating but they did the job. An extra chemical waste would be good.. one for the site just isn’t enough. Wardens very friendly, well kept site, my pitch felt quite private. Pitches are allocated which made life so much easier when I arrived late on. I asked if it was possible to swap a pitch at the time, warden was open to it but advised that the pitch they’d put me on was a good one… and she was right! Glad I didn’t swap ☺️

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Reviewed on 21/07/2021 20:11

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Don't let the loo spoil things

Stayed here for two weeks holiday and really enjoyed it. Yes the toilet facilities are a let down but we had no problem accessing them at any time or their cleanliness as the wardens frequently inspected them and were seen to sanitise them. A big problem was that people didn't use the banding system properly,not putting a band on the hook on entering or not removing it on exit! For me that was the only negative of the site. There is a passing place on the access road so not a problem there either. Most of the wardens were excellent in their attitude and carrying out their jobs,just one lady warden seemed a bit grumpy but maybe not a surprise in what and who they deal with! The site is well place to visit Somerset,Dorset and Devon. We visited Weymouth and took the coast road from Bridport to enjoy one of the best views in Britain looking towards Portland and the Fleet lagoon. The donkey sanctuary at Sidmouth is well worth a visit as is the tramway at Seaton,as well as the beaches at both too.Beer is another lovely seaside town. Plenty of things to do and see. We ate at many establishments but the best was Dexter's in Beaminster,good food, service and we'll priced. No traffic noise on site and lovely walks too. A very enjoyable stay for us and we will be back.

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