Wymondham Windmill

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What a lovely large site and such a welcome, the views are the first thing you notice and they are spectacular. If all you want to do is relax and look at the views as the ducks they quack and waddle back and forth to their ponds this place is for you. The site has everything you need and if you feel like treating yourself the Windmill Tearooms are a wonderful place for a cuppa and cake. There is a small woodland to walk which is perfect for getting out of the sun and relaxing. The local area has much industrial heritage with a railway and iron ore museum close by Link http://www.rocks-by-rail.org/history/ Nearby is the village of Colsterworth and Woolsthorpe Manor the famous home of Sir Issac Newton. Link https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/woolsthorpe-manor Only one small gripe the day we arrived the phone which was in the house and not the cafe was unanswered so we turned up on spec anyway and were lucky enough to find a pitch free. Thank goodness as we didn't want to have to leave a spot like this.

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Meterman10

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Reviewed on 03/01/2019 19:08

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Wonderful views

We have just spent one week at this site, we were welcomed immediately as we arrived with no problems, It is an interesting site with the old Windmill that is being restored and full of history. There is a lovely large tea shop with lovely food and helpful staff. There are 3 shops, a cycle shop, a ladies dress agency (lovely shop) and an interesting wood boutique with some lovely interesting pieces for sale. There is also a nice play area for the children and a small wood. There was unfortunately a bit of a down side for us in that during our stay there was an abundance of ducks with their babies and for most of our nights they woke and were squawking for what seemed like ages so sadly we lost our sleep and it wasn't as peaceful as we had hoped. Also we were fairly close to the cesspit which was quite smelly even though it was emptied on the day we arrived. Our neighbours also said they could smell it, it wasn't very nice. I imagine if you parked further along you might not be troubled by it. It is because of the last two paragraphs I am unable to give the site 5 stars. Sorry

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France5754

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Reviewed on 13/06/2018 21:53

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an excellent site

This is a lovely, large and well kept site. The views from the van were wonderful and the owner was very pleasant and helpful. There is a quality cafe on site along with a couple of small individual shops and a bike repairers (handy for the cyclists) For birders - Red Kite circling over the site and Rutland water birding centre and nature reserve about 20 minutes away. You need south and west shores. All in all a lovely place, will definately go again.

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BirderVal

Reviewed on 02/08/2017 17:05

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Melton market

This was our 2nd visit to the site. We stay here to visit the market at Melton Mowbray, with friends. Quiet location, very scenic. Nice to see the windmill being restored. Play area and toys next then............

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Clive Proctor

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Reviewed on 01/07/2017 10:09

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Tranquil site in a beautiful location

Stayed for a weekend on 25th & 26th March 2017, after a period of some heavy rain. On arrival, we had to find the owner working in the cafe, but she immediately showed us to the pitches. We were the only unit on arrival but had to use a grass pitch as another unit was due to arrive that had booked a hardstanding. This made manoeuvring into a suitable position a little difficult as we were not on one of the "regular" pitches (numbers 1 to 3 look the most level) and our front-wheel drive car did cut up the grass a little ! (Used the motor mover when leaving and it coped fine !) There are plenty of blocks to use under the feet if needed and the groundsman was very helpful, offering to carry them for us. The windmill and its cafe are lovely and the food was well worth trying on one night of our stay (saved me cooking as well !). A lovely site that is well worth visiting. Watch out for the cyclists when travelling to & from the site !

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BruceSpringsteen

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Reviewed on 23/06/2017 12:13

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Ideal site for winter excursions

We stayed at Wymondham Windmill from Christmas Eve for 6 nights (2016). Our visit was preceded by heavy rain which meant that the most level area was also the muddiest. We opted for the "off level" and were glad we did so. The field slopes a little but we had no real issue levelling the van (8m long). There are blocks around for ones' use if needed. Jamie the groundsman was very helpful and we were able to put our bikes in the barn, thus saving us pitching the awning. Just ask, it ofte works, especially in winter. The toilets are open 7.30 am - 10pm but Sara Jayne mentioned to us that this year will see the development of an exclusive use toilet and shower block. There are hook ups on the field for 5 vans now but 4 of them are located in one spot and our 25m cable wasn't long enough, Jamie provided an additional one so we had no problem. There is a possibility that the standpipe would freeze in cold weather as it is not frost protected. We had overnight temperatures of -4 but the pipes had been defrosted by the time we got up. All the other comments made previously still stand, access is good, no noise, not much light pollution so fabulous for stargazing. Point to note, the site is south facing (lovely) may be very hot and no shade if you are lucky enough to be there during the odd days of mediteranean type weather :-)

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Fleetwood1954

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Reviewed on 31/12/2016 17:54

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Rural views in the heart of England

Visited in September 2014. All the advantages of a good CL - peaceful, quiet, only a few other caravans, excellent value. Plus great views across the valley.

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Wirral Wanderer

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Reviewed on 25/08/2016 16:17

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Windmill view

Nice place to chill out for a couple of days, friendly hosts, great views and the option to look around the shops and use the cafe. Kids have a playground and plenty of toys. We will visit again for market days.

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Clive Proctor

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Reviewed on 28/07/2016 16:14

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Delightful

A wonderful site, plenty of room on the field which was well cared for and great views. Very good waste etc. Tea rooms and cycle shop excellent with a good selection of Gluten Free cakes. Nearby pub 2 or 3 minutes walk. Ideal for Rutland Water and Melton Mowbray. Will definitely visit again.

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Reviewed on 08/05/2016 17:42

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Worth it

Third time here! Excuse is visiting my 90yr old mother and other family members. Not the cheapest choice (up since last time) but is still our favourite in these parts. Sara also runs the "tea-room", which is a 7-day a week restaurant, and was happy to arrange a delicious take-out meal when we were'nt up to cooking or eating out. Again, not the cheapest, but good value for genuine home-grown cooking. Gets busy at times, especially weekends, but hey, other people like it too! One downside, the toilets (part of the tea-room building) are closed overnight (late 'til early though), so don't wait too long...

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MickSantana

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Reviewed on 06/11/2015 05:44

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