Melrose Gibson Park Club Campsite

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Good for families

Great little site

First visit to the site & we will definitely be back! Fantastic location right in the heart of Melrose making it easy to enjoy the various walks in the area, the great choice of restaurants on the doorstep and the benefit of being able to quickly pick something up from the co-op which is right next to the site. It's a small site but our pitch was a great size and whilst there was some noise from the immediate surrounding areas I believe that should be expected from a town centre site and did not impact on our enjoyment at all. I agree with other reviews that the facilities feel a bit dated and could do with a refresh but they were still perfectly adequate and were always spotlessly clean.

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Fox Queen

Campervanner

Reviewed on 29/03/2023 16:18

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Great Site

My husband and I ,by far date this as our favourite site.It can be difficult to book into unless you really plan ahead,which we now do.The toilet block needs to be renovated as it is tired and needs TLC!The luxury of the site being open all year would need a closure to do so-but we'll worth it.

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Mo1

Caravanner from East Lothian

Reviewed on 02/03/2023 17:34

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Rated 5 of 5

Good for families

Needs a revite

Whilst the site staff are first rate and do a great job, some of the facilities need refurbishment as they're distinctly 'tired'. The site is not cheap compared with some others, for example South Meadows at Belford (a non-club site), which is immaculate and there are lots of serviced pitches; in fact they seem to be the default. Melrose, on the other hand, has far too few serviced pitches and it's almost impossible to get one, even off-peak. It's time CAMC invested some money here! That's not say it's not a nice site and its main attraction is its proximity to Melrose, as most reviewers mention so there's no need for me to list all its benefits. I do believe that CAMC relies on the town, its close proximity and (beautiful) local environment to attract caravanners and, in particular, motorhomers as most things are well within walking distance. The site is next to a school and whilst the noise from the kids on the playing fields doesn't bother us, in fact it adds a certain warmth to the atmosphere, that might not be to everybody's taste. Also, a dog had been left unattended late at night and barked incessantly until its owner(s) returned, presumably from the pub. Not the fault of the site but hopefully the dog owners were 'counselled' by the staff. In short, this is a very good site but in urgent need of investment.

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saltpeter

Caravanner from Northumberland

Reviewed on 04/11/2022 20:46

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Good for families

Fabulous site with perfect wardens

Melrose is a fabulous site with the most helpful and friendly wardens. Its position a very short stroll from the high street, and opposite the rugby club, is ideal. It is also a short walk to the River Tweed and Chain Bridge, which are "must see" sights. From both my recent visit to race the Devil's Foot half-marathon (actually 14 miles) from Lauder to the campsite entrance via (at the end) the summit of Eildon Hill - a rather steep climb, and from cycling locally the days before the race, and also a previous visit a few years ago, I've experienced it is a brilliant base for both trail running and road cycling on quiet roads. The combination of shops, especially the Co-op at the campsite entrance, so close, easy very local interesting walks, and the opportunities for running and cycling from the site make it a perfect site for anyone who is remotely active. Without at any time a necessity to drive off the site. Another of this site's huge assets is the very helpful and friendly approach of the wardens: Janet and her husband. (Also the relief warden when I telephoned an spoke with her in advance.) I highly recommend every aspect of this site - like Scotland as a destination - small but perfectly formed.

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Cleveland motorhomer

Motorhomer from Cleveland

Reviewed on 20/10/2022 19:21

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Good for families

Usual high standards

Been coming to this site for several years now and never been disappointed. Booking in was slick and staff helpful and courteous. The toilet facilities have not deteriorated over the years, obviously helped by strict cleaning and maintenance regimes. Not a lot in Melrose but if you want some time away on a nice quiet site this is the place.

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McLaren128

Motorhomer

Reviewed on 19/10/2022 20:00

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Lovely site but could do with some investment

The site is very well kept by the current wardens who are very friendly, helpful and efficient. My only negative comment is in the shower block, this is looking a bit tired and could do with a refurbishment. The site is in walking distance into town which has a Co-op literally minutes away from the site entrance. Melrose is well placed for great days out of local attractions. Definitely a gem in the club’s site portfolio. I digress now at my disappointment on the minority of members who think it is OK to leave dogs barking and to leave loo’s and showers in a state, this was the case at Melrose Gibson. When I started caravanning 30 odd years ago there was much more consideration towards others with a ‘leave as you would like to find’ attitude. One morning with only one shower available I found a used condom in the shower well. Says it all really.

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Biggles2

Caravanner from Northamptonshire

Reviewed on 25/09/2022 14:54

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Good for families

Melrose is fab!

Thoroughly enjoyed our 3 night stay at Melrose club site - if I'd known how great Melrose is we would have stayed longer. We were very lucky with the weather which always helps 🙂 The location is very convenient, an easy walk to all local shops etc, and lots of dog friendly cafés and pubs in the town as well as independent shops. We bought a book of local walks from reception which was a bargain for £2 - spent two days exploring the local area with the help of this little book, including the challenge of the Eildon Hills. Beautiful scenery, interesting local history and some fabulous buildings including the Abbey of course. Didn't get in the car for the whole of our stay as everything you need is on the doorstep

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alou

Reviewed on 22/09/2022 18:28

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Rated 4 of 5

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Choose your pitch with care!

Made the mistake of pitching about 4 pitches away from the toilet block - noisy extractor fans (2) run ALL NIGHT and sound like they are on their last legs! Earplugs made no difference so next morning moved to the top of the site - silence! PS Now that arrival time is 1pm virtually all new arrivals arrive at 1pm on the dot - it's just as chaotic as the old 12noon arrival! But,I was advised, the site staff can have their lunch in peace...

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Buteman

Caravanner

Reviewed on 13/09/2022 20:59

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Great

Lovely site in a great location for the town and surrounding area. Site doesn’t have the feeling of spaciousness and I agree re the non Awning pitches being no better than a car park. Some road noise and bottle bank(car park but that’s to be expected from a town centre site.

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Poppy Poptop

Motorhomer from Worcestershire

Reviewed on 06/09/2022 15:33

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Good for families

This caravan park is good and ideally located.

The wardens are very nice, friendly and helpful. Ideally situated with the Coop just at end of the road up from the site entrance. Loads of walks to do and beautiful countryside scenery. Will definitely be back.

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DouglasandNancy

Caravanner

Reviewed on 29/08/2022 17:42

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