Cowdale Hall Farm

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Easy to understand why reviews are mixed

The site has a field for 5 caravans and a hardstanding which can take several more. We found the field great if there are four or less caravans (and deserving five stars). The site has been remodelled at some point, and I suspect pitches are now well clear of the waterlogged areas of the earliest reviews. One plot is distinct from the others and probably the one to try and get, while the others suffer when the fifth caravan or motorhome squeezes in. In addition, the gate is adjacent to a corner and the first pitch is very squeezed between the track and the hedge. The shower and toilet are in the same room. Hence, cannot be used independently. Add the units on the hardstanding to those in the field, and queues quickly developed. There were at least 7 units on several of the nights across both the field and the hardstanding. Always remember to take your own toilet paper, because the supply is erratic, and we also got the impression that they were not cleaned during our week. We got the impression the equestrian centre was no longer operating, but some individuals were keeping there own horses in the fields. So it was very quiet.

MikeTheBike123

Reviewed on 11/08/2019 22:21

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Pleasant CL

Just returned from a 2 night break here. Booked on the hardstanding but as the weather seemed ok spent the second night on the grassed pitch as it is much more scenic. The hard standing is not the prettiest! Toilets were fine and the shower looked ok although we didn’t use it. It’s an equestrian centre and there is a lot of horse activity and some holiday lets. We did not meet Steve but his son showed us all the facilities. We will visit here again although there isn’t really anywhere to walk to from the site but Buxton is a short drive away

Bowerman

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Reviewed on 23/09/2018 19:37

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One of our top choices...

Owner Steve set the tone with his relaxed and friendly welcome to what has proved to be one of our top choices for a CL site. Loo and shower of a high standard but the pitches were also set in an area of amazing local scenery. As both dog owners and motorhome owners we really pleased to learn that the well marked Mid Shires Way can be picked up just outside the entrance to the site - we got into the centre of Buxton using it in around 50 minutes. Excellent location for visiting Buxton and the North Peaks/Tissington Trail area.

History Boy

Reviewed on 01/07/2018 14:47

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Excellent

We only stayed for one night on route. Perfect place. Short bike ride into Buxton. Very friendly and helpful. We will return. Thank you.

markhales

Reviewed on 19/02/2018 18:10

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Tranquil setting

Steve gave a warm and friendly welcome, explaining all the facilities and local walks. A lovely tranquil setting with views across the dales, and ideal for exploring all the sights and walks around Buxton. Glad we read the review about approaching from the A515 otherwise we would have been stuck on the very tight winding uphill entrance from the A6. Excellent value with no extra charge for the shower - plenty of hot water, plenty of hand towels, soap etc We'll definitely return.

kebanna13

Reviewed on 07/07/2017 12:40

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Lovely welcome

Steve welcomed us with open arms. Due to the time of year and the weather, the grass CL was not useable, but as we have a MH this was not an issue as I'd booked hard standing.  Lovely walks for us and the dog. Only downside is that there is no bus stop handy to go into Buxton and a taxi cost £9.00 each way making it an expensive way to travel if yomamau don't have a car. We didn't use the facilities so I cannot comment on them. Very pleasant site with super views. In the sunshine it must be wonderful ?

MCW

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Reviewed on 04/04/2016 13:00

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Good walking from site

This is a good location along a single-track road best approached from the A515. The welcome couldn't have been better and the only problem we had was that the hard-standing area didn't have a sign to it and we ended up having to reverse down a track.  We only found the hard-standing area by chance when looking for somewhere to turn around (for anyone else turn right before the grass pitches area). We had a good walk direct from the site and as it was quiet the owners were happy for us to leave the van on the pitch until the afternoon which suited us very well.

Canda Kubicki

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Reviewed on 08/02/2016 11:29

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An enjoyable family holiday

Having just returned from this working farm CL I had to write this review as we had a fantastic time.  The owner was very welcoming and showed us where to find everything.  My son enjoyed seeing the livestock and horses.  This friendly site has everything you need and is close to local attractions and countryside.  We will definitely return to this little gem. 

greg adlington

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Reviewed on 25/05/2015 17:34

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Don't be put off by previous comments

Don't be put off by previous comments people have made about this CL as we initially were. As we were visiting in March in our motorhome, we decided to ignore the detrimental comments made because we needed a hard standing. Glad we did. The hard standing area was stone covered as on club sites and there appeared to be a grass field available for better weather. There was equestrian activity around the CL which added interest to the beautiful scenery of the area. The little Shetland ponies which were brought out in to the fields each day would have been adored by our children when they were young. The CL had a serviceable toilet and shower in an adjacent barn building. Very clean. Would we come again-most definitely.

Timroberts

Reviewed on 16/04/2015 19:58

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A peaceful enjoyable weekend

We visited the site with our 2 girls as a change to our usual haunts. The owners were welcoming and the pitch was well looked after. We never expect 5 star facilities after all we are caravanning and at £12 per night we thought they were very clean, the water was hot and the shower did its job.  Morrisons is very close by for those bits you may have forgotton but when you are sat looking at the fields and scenery you feel a million miles away. We really enjoyed the break and would definatley use this site again. If you want 5 star accomodation go to the Ritz, if you want a bit of peace & quiet and a break from city life come here!

Joannep10

Reviewed on 15/04/2014 19:20

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