Cotestones Farm

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Great site, location and facilities

This was our first site post Covid closures (the owners had thoughtfully provided sanitiser at the gate, toilet and water tap and accept bank transfer as payment). The site is easy to find with good access (do follow the route through Carnforth if towing as the village of Warton is narrow with lots of parked cars). The site is of a good size with ample pitch choice and a nice grassy field. There is a slope to the field but we didn't need to level side to side. It rained heavily while we were there but, even so, campervans were able to leave without problem. In exceptionally wet conditions you could park very close to the access track. There is a rail line close to one corner of the site but it is the quiet line to the Cumbrian coast and is in a cutting; we never heard it or the M6. The single toilet and shower were spotless and in good condition. Not sure if they are heated. There is a small charge for the shower (£1 I think) for 10 minutes of hot water. We did not use it so cannot comment but it seems a fair charge given the rate for the campsite is quite low. We only spoke to the owners briefly but both that and email communication was friendly and helpful. The local area is interesting to explore on foot, by car or on bikes. We rode to Silverdale which was fun and interesting. One of the pubs in Warton was open but we did not visit and Carnforth is nearby. Stock Car racing happens about 1km away from the site (down the road to the estuary). It was not on (normally Sundays) during our stay. There is a charge if you want to watch it (£8 per adult, I think).

Sonic2

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Reviewed on 21/07/2020 13:54

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lovely peaceful site helpful owners

Called on chance of a place and were found one, on arrival we got stuck as it had been very wet our motorhome is an automatic which doesn't help in slippery conditions Paul the site owner came out very quickly to help us, with his 4WD he quickly towed us from the offending wet patch. This was our first stay on a CL but it certainly wont be our last and Helen and Pauls Cotestone farm is a site that will be revisited lovely people, lovely site.

bob2421

Reviewed on 11/09/2019 20:48

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Pleasant site

We only stayed for one night on our way back from Scotland , so didn't visit the locality but sure there would have been lots to do and see.The site wasn't difficult to access with a short narrow section just prior to the site and convenient for the M6. Plenty of space and easy access to shower & toilet facility and dog walking off site . Like the previous reviewer we had an issue and needed to call in Green Flag , who were great , but needed to take our van back on a transporter. The site owners were very understanding and had no bother on our delayed departure. Our only slight issue was the local Bangor Racing on the Sunday which did increase volume of traffic on the road and could be heard. However it was due to finish at 6pm so in general had we been staying longer we would have been offsite for this time or perhaps have popped down to watch! Would be happy to visit again

Wolfie13

Reviewed on 15/07/2019 11:54

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Eventful holiday

We drove with our caravan up to the Lakes on the M6 on Sunday 16th June, only to get a blow out on a caravan tyre just before the slip road for Junction 18 (very convenient), Thankfully, Green Flag got us on our way within the hour, only to have a second blow out on the remaining caravan tyre less than a couple of miles down the M6. The recovery team were amazing (same man, Paul and his colleague) and we followed them all the way to Carnforth to the farm site. We had contacted Paul to see if this was ok and arrived at 9.30pm instead of the expected 5pm. Caravan was deposited on the pitch, and within 5 minutes fellow campers, Margaret and Jim, came over to ask if we took milk and sugar and proceeded to help us get set up. We have been caravanning for over 30 years and never had problems like this happen, so to then receive all of this kindness from complete strangers was overwhelming, and it is lovely to know there are some really good people out there. Paul recommended where to go to get tyres fixed and the rest of our stay was fabulous. This site is a little gem and Paul and Helen could not have been more welcoming and understanding. Can't wait for a return visit.

Neal Clements

Reviewed on 04/07/2019 18:59

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Not what we expected.

When we first arrived we really liked this site. Spacious and quiet with all the necessary facilities. It is in lovely countryside and it is an easy walk into Carnforth or down to the shore of Morecambe bay. However, when we returned on Friday evening after enjoying a visit to Carnforth and a train ride to Ulverston, we found four large tents and about 15-20 people camped in the orchard. This resulted in the facilities being seriously overstretched and there was definitely no peace and quiet as children from the group ran around the whole site until after 10pm. It completely spoiled our stay and would put me off returning even though we enjoyed exploring the area and would like to see more of the area. It states exclusive use of shower and toilet but this is clearly wrong. The problem of additional vans or tents on CLs seems to be on the increase. We have been to a number of sites that squeeze in more than five vans or have a separate part that takes additional vans. This is fine as long as it is made clear on booking. We choose CLs for the peace and quiet but sadly we are becoming more and more disappointed.

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Many thanks for leaving a review and we are sorry to read that you had an issue during your stay. The CL Owner has been in touch as they are really concerned this affected the enjoyment of your stay. It was a large family gathering, a one off event with the tents being completely separate to the CL Site itself. They had tried to speak to all the people staying on the CL to let them know about the party but in hindsight things were bigger and louder than expected and they are sincerely sorry to the guests on the CL at the time. Our CL Advisor was in touch with them the same day and the CL Owners have assured us this will not happen again and they are sincerely sorry.

bobnmarg

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Reviewed on 15/05/2019 19:06

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Captivating Carnforth

A really handy site, good access from the M6 and an easy stroll to Carnforth Railway Station. Toilet and shower available for guests. Plenty of space between pitches.

Notlobgp14

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Reviewed on 04/05/2019 21:21

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Great site, we'll be back

Living just over 30 minutes away we've passed this site many times & have often commented how it looked just like the sort of small site we'd like to stay on if we owned a caravan! We finally bought a caravan earlier this year and tried to book on here for our first outing over Easter weekend but unfortunately the site was already fully booked. We finally got to stay 2 nights last weekend and we'll definitely be back. The site is well looked after & the owner very friendly. Having 3 dogs with us we do a lot of walking so we walked the cycle path into Carnforth (approx 1.5 miles) where there are pubs, cafes & shops. We also walked the canal towpath to Lancaster & back and there are plenty of other walks close by.

EBird

Reviewed on 14/08/2017 22:09

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Second Visit

Last visited in 2014 and nothing has changed except the children have grown up. As per the instructions we arrived and set up and Helen and daughter plus a mower arrived around tea time. Got the money out of the way and settled in for a relaxing start to out tour of the north. The site is about 4 miles from the M6, clear instructions how to get there. As this was our second visit we mainly stayed around the farm, walking down to the sea to exercis ethe dog and walk off lunches. A visit to the station at Carnforth (Brief Encounter set) is a must and the station buffet provided a reasonable 1940's meal, or at least thats what I called it. Good bookshop in the town with some good bargains. Great place to stop on the way north. Heather & Duncan Shepherd. Stayed 26/29 Jun 2017

peatman

Reviewed on 27/07/2017 16:10

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Back for more!

We stayed here a few times under the previous ownership and enjoyed it. Now it is back on the CL circuit, we tried it again last week. Good welcome from Helen's father who was cutting the grass. It is at least as good as my lawn. The toilet and shower facilities are excellent. Bit of farm noise on mornings, but just tractors working. Great for access to South Lakes, Cartmel, Forest of Bowland, Lancaster Castle, etc. Leven's Hall and gardens are not to be missed at this time of the year. Good grub at the new New inn in Yealand. Gentle walk to the shore of Morecambe Bay.

Doggy Boy

Reviewed on 19/07/2017 21:00

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A great famly run site

top marks to Helen and Paul great laid out site large grass area and they will be proud of the way their Father and Mother ran the site on their absence as they were on their holiday Helens Dad and Mum was busy around looking after the site great for days out to Morecambe and all you need for shop in Carnforth motor way not far also if you want to use location as a base for your tour plenty shops in town a few miles away for all necessary's. and the sea side is not far we will definitely be back

bsctmauchline

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Reviewed on 10/07/2017 22:15

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