Meathop Fell Club Campsite

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Peaceful Haven !

Just returned from a lovely weekend at Meathop, the welcome from the wardens was very warm and friendly, they gave us all of the information we needed as we have never visited the site previously. We found a great hardstanding flat pitch so absolutly no gripes about the pitches not being level , we could only spot one or two pitches that were unsuitable for awnings as we meandered around . It is so peaceful and we slept like the proverbial logs , getting a shock when we saw the time when we did waken !! The grass is so well manicured and the flower pots at the service points are a really nice touch ! what is exceptional at Meathop is the dishwashing and laundry facilities as they are under cover and are 5 star, also the bathroom facilities are spotless!! All in all a lovely weekend in a peaceful setting to get rid of all the pressures of the working week !!!

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Houghty

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Reviewed on 22/06/2015 09:27

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be lucky

JUST SPENT A WEEK AT THIS VERY PEACEFUL SITE BUT FOUND IT VERY HARD TO FIND A FLAT PITCH FOR A AWNING. THREE YEARS SINCE MY LAST VISIT BUT BLUE PEGS WERE'NT INVENTED.MOST OF THE BEST PITCHES ARE BLUE PEGS.I THINK ITS TIME THE CLUE LEVELLED SOME OF THE GRASS PITCHES.BUT AFTER ALL MY MOANS I STILL LOVE THIS SITE

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tashipepe42

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Reviewed on 17/06/2015 11:29

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Perfect for us but....

We couldn't fault site for our recent stay. Found a nice hard standing, flatish pitch , well protected from winds but with views northwards to hills. Shower block was immaculate during our stay with adequate number of showers and the usual hot water. Why the but...? Well plenty of the pitches have had to be reallocated as non awning due to fire regs (good for MH's as most are spacious and flatish) and the prospect of finding a flat pitch for awning could be difficult at busy times. In addition the majority of grass pitches need to be made into hard standing as nearly all of them slope BADLY, both side to side and back to front. It also rains a bit in the Lakes so the grass pitches tend to be soft. As is usual on CC sites the play facilities for 10 y.o.+ are non existent. Why don't CC sites have a small clubhouse for indoor games or a central WiFi area? Somewhere for older children to go? There is a small dog walking area and a not too busy road outside. Mind you it wouldn't make any difference to some owners what you provide as Tiddles will be allowed to Tiddle on the nearest empty pitch. WiFi wasn't great on parts of the site. Don't know about TV as we don't use it. The site is a quiet one and members can use the bar in the adjoining hotel. There are also apartments for rent on this CC site. The Lakes themselves should need no introduction from me. If you've booked you know what's on offer.

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Wherenext

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Reviewed on 23/05/2015 22:01

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Far From The Maddening Crowd

Just returned from four very pleasant nights at this site, despite the mixed weather. This is a great place to explore the South and Western Lakes being within easy reach of the main roads network with bus and train services readily available from Grange over Sands 2/3 miles away. The site sits on top of a tree covered fell and consists of small groves across the hillside, some shaded and some more open with one central facilities block that contains ample facilities to cater for the site even when full, as you would expect the facilities are spotless. We were made to feel like long lost friends when we arrived by the wardens, who can offer an encyclopaedia of information about the area and are only too willing to chat. The office also doubles as a well stocked shop and also selling local produce (you must try the bacon, its yummy) and fresh bread and pastries can be ordered from a local baker, (also scrummy). If you fancy a pint or a meal but don’t want to drive, look no further than the Woodlands Hotel next door to the site that has a public bar and restaurant, the beers good and the food is first rate and not too expensive. Further afield, Cartmel, famous for its priory, race track and sticky toffee pudding (don’t be tempted to try it elsewhere, it just isn’t as good), Ulverston, home of the Laurel and Hardy duo and Arnside, noted for its bore once a month as the spring tide comes in, an interesting natural event but not spectacular. There’s plenty to explore without jostling with other visitors in the more popular areas of the Lakes but still within easy reach of the whole area. Meathop Fell as a base certainly has a lot going for it and is well worth a few nights or longer stay.

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firefly580

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Reviewed on 22/05/2015 17:16

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brilliant staff

just returned back from a bank holiday away, we arrived at 6pm and was told to find a pitch and report back in the morning as tills had been cashed. the staff were really help full and showed an interest into what ever your hobby's were, toilet block spotless as well as the site credit to all the friendly staff will return soon

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reddodger

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Reviewed on 07/05/2015 23:34

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excellent break

We have just returned from having one of the nicest holidays ever. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The facilities were spotless. We were given lots of local knowledge on where to go around the area. The site was very peaceful and well laid out with grassy areas and trees. This caravan site is an excellent base to explore the lake district, and nearby Grange over Sands is a beautiful well kept little town with a stunning landscaped award winning walkway along the shore which leads to a lovely park with a pond filled with all sorts of water birds. There is a little wood off the site to walk dogs but small dogs could sneak through the fence onto a country lane. However there is a public footpath just along the road to take dogs so long as you clean up after them. We will definitely return to this caravan park in the future.

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redtaz

Reviewed on 25/04/2015 18:24

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Another excellent site

Another excellent site, very well maintained by hard working wardens who know the value of a smile and friendly chat. Will return again and enjoy the peace and solitude and lovely open country wide views from well laid out pitches.

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CliveAlive

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Reviewed on 21/04/2015 21:51

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A site of many levels

Let me start by saying that the staff at the site are first rate and extremely helpful, couldn't wish for better. However, if like my wife you are disabled and either require crutches or a wheelchair, this site may have it's challenges. There are very few areas of the site which are level and a walk to the only toilet block is uphill from most pitches. The disabled facility is furthest away from reception and the emergency chord does not alert anyone in reception as my wife found out. It says there is a dog walk nearby, well the walk is a man made path through woods and not really a dog walk at all. Overall, the site is well laid out and the facilities are very clean but it is just a little too far out to walk and it isn't ideal for those with walking difficulties.

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CraigMP

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Reviewed on 16/04/2015 20:50

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Best in the UK

We have 30 years of Camping experience and this is only our second time out with our caravan. If this is the standard of the Caravan Club sites then we are looking forward to many more visits. On arrival the welcome we received from the wardens was great and helpful. Choice of pitches available. .. The facilities eg toilet block etc are so modern and clean it just said we love our site and hope you will to. Will defo be returning soon .. Thank you.

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DandL Stargazer

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Reviewed on 12/04/2015 18:32

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Brilliant stay

I stayed for the first time at Meathop Fell with my dog in March. The weather was fine but windy but the site and fellow vanners were great, helping me to take the awning down and offers to help put it up in the first place. The Woodlands Hotel staff were friendly and the food excellent. The location is easy to find, handy for the Southern Lakes and made for a good start to my year. The wardens were very helpful when my arrival was delayed and work hard to keep all the facilities looking fabulous. I look forward to staying here again and can recommend it unreservedly.

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Buccalo

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Reviewed on 11/04/2015 21:03

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