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Southwold Camping And Caravan Site
Ferry Road
Southwold
Suffolk (Browse area)
IP18 6ND
Tel: 01502 722486
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Pitches: 100
Open: 01/03/2024 to 30/11/2024
01/03/2025 to 30/11/2025
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 Tent Pitches |
 Caravan Pitches |
 Motorhome Pitches |
 Small Campervans |
 No Glamping Units |
 No Statics for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 No Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 Hardstanding Pitches |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 No Rallies |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 Baby Changing Facilities |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 Battery Charging |
 Gas Exchange |
 No Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 Freezer / Fridge |
 No Motorhome Point |
 No Wifi Access |
 Shop <1 mile |
 Bar <1 mile |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile |
| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing <1 mile |
 Wild Swimming <1 mile |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 No Horse Riding |
 No Cycle Hire |
 Golf <1 mile |
 No Tennis |
 Beach <1 mile |
 Watersports <5 miles |
 No Boat Launch |
| Other Features |
 Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
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 Coastside Pitches |
 Public Transport <1 mile |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: May 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Lynnpin |
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 We love this site but it's the location that is key - right next to the beach and the lovely river area which faces Walberswick which is so laid back.
There's a great fish and chip place there, a lovely wet fish shop where you can go along with your own wine and bread and enjoy a plate of seafood or just try out the wonderful scones at the cafe down the river a bit. The pub's lovely for a drink but the food is quite expensive and not that good in my opinion but lovely to watch the sun set with a pint.
The site is, as the previous reviewer said, council run and could be a lot better but as long as you know the toilet blocks are closed for cleaning in the morning and have a shower in the afternoon when it seems you're guaranteed hot water, it's fine.
One tip - get a pitch along the edge that faces the town as you get wonderful views of Southwold and there were Marsh Harriers and Skylarks to entertain us when we were there.
There's no shop on site which is a shame as it's a bit of a way from the town but the office does sell milk and a few other basics, will charge your phone for £1 and freeze blocks.
My son loved it, met loads of new friends playing football and the main attraction - crabbing.
Only one big downside - no fires allowed although we used our barbecue as did lots of others on the site and that way nobody seems to mind. 
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| Date of Visit: June 2013 |
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| Reviewer: M+MGalliers |
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This is a standard municipal campsite with clean facilities and clearly marked, reasonably-sized touring pitches in a large, flat and fairly exposed field.
We had to pay the full pitch fee in advance and could select the pitch we wanted by looking at the map on their website.
The toilet block in the touring field was clean with ample loos. However, there were only two showers in the ladies section and two in the mens. Added to this, the block closes for cleaning between 9. 30 and 11. 30 so I would imagine these get very busy before 9. 30 at busy times. The showers are the fixed to the wall type in basic cubicles (e. G. No shelf for toiletries) but they are warm and clean. Plenty of basins and two hairdryers (20p required to use them). There is a laundry room, but we didn't use this.
There are several washing-up sinks with plenty of hot water but they are not very sheltered and our dishes kept blowing away whilst draining as it was very windy during our stay!
It's a ten minute walk into Southwold and a 45 minute walk along the river and over the footbridge to Walberswick. The site is near the sea and you can hear the sea at night and see the lighthouse's beam which is rather atmospheric.
If you are travelling in a car with low ground clearance, take care on the speed humps on the road through the site!
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| Date of Visit: May 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Happy-snapper |
8 reviews from this member |
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Stayed here in may 2013. Must admit it's more than I would pay especially as I am single and 2 people are included in price, but it was best situated for my means. Currently run by local council although was told there are always talks going on as to takeovers! Weather was very windy and torrential rain so didn't stay for all time I have booked as I wanted my proper bed! at one point I was the only person camping! Huge big field with lighthouse in distance- could just get glimpse of the light turning at night from tent! wondered what it was at first!.
Site was extremely quiet-although next to a road the road only goes to harbour so not used much. Site was very tidy and maintained- reception also stocked few things like milk, juices etc but no camping type stuff. They will also charge batteries and freeze ice bags.
Shower block very tidy and clean. Didn't count but in the block I used maybe 10 toilets? and few showers. Hot water is free although if I want to be picky the showers don't have much force to them.
As its council run there is no one on site 24/7 but didn't give any problems.
Harbour area is a few minutes walk away, ferry boat to walberswick at the moment weekends only otherwise its a longish walk. Fish and chip shop at harbour has the best fish and chips I have had in a long time!
Southwold is a shortish walk away too. There is also a lovely bike ride which I did from the site to kessingland beach. It's about 10 miles each way with no major hills. I am in my 50's and did each way in about an hour to give you a guide.
All said it was a nice site, handy for various places, quiet, clean and would prob go again if I was that way
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| Date of Visit: June 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Lexy100 |
7 reviews from this member |
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What a fabulous site, situated right next to the beautiful sandy Southwold beach.
Facilities were good, welcome was efficient but not brilliantly warm. When we did contact reception again to see if any spare dry pitches for our friends to turn up, the response was very unhelpful asking us to go & check the pitch ourselves. (The weather was wet with gale force winds!)
Fortunately we didn't have to speak to reception again. The pitches were ok, a bit rough with quite a few larger ankle twister holes. We were a group of 3 families with a large gazebo and we were very happy where we were put and with the layout.
The shower block which was next to the camping field did the job and was probably one of the better ones I have been into, clean & tidy with enough toilets/sinks. Apart from being closed for cleaning between 8. 30&10. 30-peak period which was odd. The other blue shower block was brilliant, lots of strong, hot running water in the showers & no panicky timer to wonder if you're going to manage to rinse out all shampoo before the water stops. A lovely heater to hang your clothes above with lots of hooks in the communal area. All clean & tidy.
We eventually had to admit defeat & leave the campsite after losing a friends tent & gazebo to the winds. But finished off on a high when we spent the rest of the afternoon playing in the sea & eating a curry in the hired beach hut, which I would recommend doing if you're going for more than a couple of days.
Would definitely recommend this site.
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| Date of Visit: June 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Pacey |
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Well located in the Suffolk town of Southwold, only a short walk from the Harbour and 15 minutes into an old fashioned Market Town.
Our group of 5 families arrived 2 hours before check-in and guy in charge was fine and let us in and gave us a tour etc. Pitches were excellently located for a group, however the ground was a little uneven in places, so it was very much a case of first come, first served within out group.
We camped during absolutely horrendous conditions and the field drainage did start to have its own river running right under one of our tents after 2 nights of torrential rain.
The toilets were clean and well maintained and showers always lovely and warm.
Apart from festivals this was our first time camping, and first with a family and despite the weather we haven't been put off doing it again soon!
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| Date of Visit: September 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Sianangharadgrant |
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Great location in a lovely town, 15-minute walk into Southwold and all it's lovely amenities.
We ate at the Sole Bay Inn which we can thoroughly recommend, pubs and restaurants do get busy so book ahead or turn up early. The site seems to have lots of rules and regulations but ticks along in quite a relaxed manner when you're there.
Despite there being no hook ups Our friends in their camper van were also very impressed by the site; we walked to the harbour then ferried to Walberswick and continued along the beach to Dunwich, the museum there is well worth a visit.
We then walked back along the marshes before wandering into Southwold for a quick Adnams/Aspalls at the Harbour Inn.
The facilities on site are great, those who moan obviously didn't make it to the 'blue' shower block which had piping hot showers each morning and evening.
2 gripes: why is the main block shut for cleaning between 8. 30 and 10. 30 each day, peak shower time? Plus the admin fee of £10 to change our date of booking was incredibly steep for a computer tweak and a confirmation letter through the post
Saying that, we will without a doubt return. Nearby Minsmere is a gem - bittern, bearded tits, marsh harriers and hobbies - fantastic!
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| Date of Visit: September 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Four Under Canvas |
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We stayed here during the mini heatwave at the end of September 2011, for two nights, one our first real camping trip, and it was an excellent introduction to camping. This was mostly due to the beautiful weather - 28c during the day albeit distinctly chilly at night - although the fabulous position of this campsite helped.
We were pitched in a large field with other tents - the site has static caravans too - and there was plenty of space, with good sized pitches. Facilities were good - 2 showers, 6 toilets, and 6 sinks for both ladies and gents, plus 2 or 3 washing up sinks and draining boards with lots of hot water - and that in our field. There was another shower block in the static area which you could access too - so never any queuing. The facilities were cleaned daily, and thoroughly.
The site is a 3 minute walk across a small road and the sand dunes to the beautiful beach at Southwold, and about 10-15 minute walk up to the town itself. We spent one beautiful evening eating fish & chips in the one of the town pubs, washed down with the local ale, and strolled back along the shore with the kids thrilling to the sight of moonlight and stars. Back at the field they ran amok with their torches. During the day there was plenty of room for them to cycle round the field, although in high season this probably wouldn't be possible.
The management was new at the time we visited, and keen to improve facilities and services. One morning we came across some bloke pouring his sewage pot down the drains near the washing up sinks - this was immediately dealt with - in an hour a sign appeared above the sink area directing people to the waste water area.
One night there was a lot of loud music which seemed to be emanating from the caravans, but it turned out to be a party at the local rugby club, which we were told was not a regular occurrence. Other than that, we had a lovely time at this site, and found the charge (£17. 50 per night for 4 of us, no hook up), pretty reasonable.
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| Date of Visit: September 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Springer1 |
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Located 50 yards from the beach and a 15 minute walk into Southwold with some nice pubs which serve adequate food. Nice town with a good range of shops. The speciality pies notably the Chicken of Aragon were unusual and very nice too.
Southwold Harbour, a 5 minute walk, selling fresh fish and in our opinion very expensive cooked fish and chips is worth a walk to get to the Harbour Inn.
Also a nice trip is the rowing boat to Walberswicke where there are 2 pubs and coffee shops etc. Site is therefore excellently located.
Pitches are an adequate size, flat and reasonably sheltered from the sea breezes. Why they've decided to close the ablutions from 8:30 to 10:30 I can't imagine. There is a sign asking people to stagger their showers to ensure hot water is available, however the shower I had at 11:00 ish was cold in an empty building.
Excellent that there is no charge for dogs unlike most sites however they charge £3. 80 for an awning, why when it's contained within the perimeters of your plot.
No EHU but not a huge problem for us. A few moans and minor points but I would stay again.
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| Date of Visit: September 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Wurzzel |
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I use this site 3or4 times a year for short weekend breaks the location is fantastic with a short walk to the harbour where there is a great little hut for fresh fish like cockles and prawns or maybe a winkle. Southwold town is about a 15 stroll and then you will be greeted by The Red Lion and on a good day you can plonk yourself on gun hill and enjoy a good pint.
If you return back to the campsite late at night I would take a torch as it can be very dark down there and foggy. The campsite offers fantastic views of the town and if you get up early its great for a sunrise.
The toilets are good clean and not unpleasant. Staff are friendly only seen them when booking in. The ground is a bit lumpy and bumpy but this should not be a problem for most campers we don't all expect a bowls green to pitch on.
I enjoy southwold it's a great unspoilt town mostly same businesses there is one generic supermarket chain in the town but you can get every thing you need from local trade persons.
You need to book this campsite well in advance as it is always full. It is expensive but southwold is expensive if you want cheap there are many other sea side towns you should visit.
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Lesnlola |
7 reviews from this member |
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Stayed here for 3 nights and found it to be well run, clean and plenty of space between pitches. They were however painting white grids to mark out the pitches which we found a bit over the top!
Showers and wash up areas in both blocks good and cleaners spent a lot of time making sure everything was spick and span.
Excellent location lots of good pubs within walking distance. Harbour lovely especially the ferry to nearby village but chips from fish and chip shop very soggy and greasy, much better from fish and chip shop in Southwold high street.
Quite expensive site especially in high season at £22. 50 per night, but on the whole worth the £15.50 we paid for the low season
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