Fabulous site
Just stayed here with my wife and 3 boys. Fabulous site and great location. Perfect for London sight seeing and going to theme parks. Will be coming back for the summer. Thanks for great stay..
Alderstead Heath Club Campsite
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Won't be going back!
Got to take a long detour to get to this site. Got a bit lost and rang up for instructions and was told to ring back when I was a bit nearer? Anyway managed to find it after driving round for ages. When we booked in they showed us where to pitch and wasn't to bothered but it soon became clear we were put on the wettest part of the site on the muddy grass. The following morning some people had left and I went to ask if I could move 50yds on to a hardstand but was told no we need those for motorhomes! Fair enough I thought until later we saw caravans coming in and using the hardstands. Plus the pot holes in the roads really do need attention. was very disappointed and won't be returning!!
You wouldn't believe that you are on the edge of London
This was our first visit to a Caravan Club site. The staff were very friendly and helpful, the site clean and tidy. We were positioned very near to a toilet block which was also clean and well maintained
The main downside is that a 5 mile round trip is needed to access the site from the M25 due to the most direct route being unsuitable for caravans. However, the instructions provided in the book are clear and accurate
SueinSouthNorthants
Reviewed on 05/04/2015 18:55
A good, clean all round site
We enjoyed our stay at the Alderstead Heath site, the warden was friendly and welcoming even though we were quite late in the evening (just before closing) all the facilities were tidy and the wardens kept them clean even though the site was full. We used the site to access the England Scotland rugby game at Twickenham....easy journey from Coulsdon station, change at East Croydon and Clapham Junction, otherwise straight there. On the Sunday we tried to go to Chartwell, but that was signed as closed although the National Trust book says it should be open, so we carried on to Hever Castle which was very interesting and well worth a visit. The only downside to the site is the access, you do need to read the directions in the site book as the other lane is very narrow. From the M25 you almost seem to go around mother Browns kitchen before you arrive, although a camper van or short unit might reduce the distance if the road isn't busy by doing a U turn as you travel up the Croydon Road, but care would be needed as that road is often very busy.
No Traffic
Having been to a few sites in the last year and everyone moans about Aircraft and the M25 and the roar that you cannot sleep, then come here, open spaces to walk , footpaths well used
But write to Surrey County council about the Potholes with pictures and not on the review as this is their problem. I will return in the Summer for a hike for a Pint
pedro Pete
Reviewed on 19/03/2015 09:54
Forget Sat Nav to get here!
Access to this site is not easy from, so the advice in the book to forget Sat Nav is wise! The tortuous Club route to the M23/M25 is worth following and we were pleasantly surprised that the site did not suffer from road noise. The welcomr and help from the Wardens was particularly warm and helpful, albeint no offer to take newspaper orders. The toilet block was clean, but with narrow shower cubicles the facilities are dated. Our dog gives the dog walk from the site a top rating! Recommended with reservations.
royvaux
Reviewed on 18/03/2015 14:07
Could do better
This campsite has a lot going for it - its overall location and the spacious grounds which contain two well kept play areas for children. The pitches are flat, well maintained and of good size. Dog walking is adjacent to the site on the Heath. There is plenty of hot water in the shower block and the water pressure is excellent. The wardens were friendly. On the downside, as mentioned by others, some of the roads on the site are appalling with numerous potholes. Certainly not the standard maintained at other sites. There was only one toilet block open due, we were told, to not being in season. Unfortunately in the open one , the gents hairdryer was not working and had apparently been out of commission for some time ( no sign affixed). They were awaiting a new one. Perhaps resiting the one from the closed block would have assisted in the short term. Surprisingly when the toilet block was closed for cleaning I had to request that the baby and mothers room be unlocked so that my young granddaughter could go to the toilet. As others have mentioned two toilets in the Ladies block were closed off and sadly the shower drains and open drains outside the toilet cubicles were in need of a deep clean - not pleasant. It is apparent that this site is used as a long term base for people working in the locality, evidenced by numerous work vans on the site. In itself not a problem but during the day it was very much a ghost town. Issues such as clothing drying on washing lines tied on trees and the St. George's Flag flying on a pole outside a white van are not the sort of sights you expect to see. The final issue is that although newspapers can be ordered at reception , this is only 'in season' . Don't expect to get one in March. If you have a car you can pop out for one I suppose ( there is nowhere to walk to for one in the immediate vicinity) but not as easy in a Motorhome. Would we go back - not very likely.
spur of the moment
As the weather was good we decided to go to Alderstead heath as its only just over an hour away from us. We had a lovely time and thought the site was very clean in beautiful surroundings. The walks surrounding the park are amazing and peaceful. I know it has been mentioned a few times about the potholes, but when you live in kent these were nothing in comparison to the potholes around here! The wardens were very friendly and we will definitely return.
bun56
Reviewed on 12/03/2015 07:27
Out of season weekend away
Lots of caravans that seem to be pitched up year round.
Due to it's location some inevitable motorway noise.
Lots of pot holes on the approach road and all around the site, I wonder how many negative comments have to be left before something gets done.
Ideal for London & exploring Surrey/Kent
This was our first visit to this site. We received a nice welcome from the friendly and helpful wardens.
The road leading to the site entrance is in a very poor state of repair and there are large potholes. When we were there the lane became flooded covering the pot holes. Drive with extreme care!
Unfortunately the initial impression of the site is marred by a collection of workers caravans and motor homes which are not pleasing on the eye. There was a very large red converted double decker bus immediately outside the toilet block. There are also a considerable number of seasonal pitched caravans of which many were unoccupied.
The site however is in an ideal location for visiting London (South Coulson station is a short drive a way) and it is only about 30 minutes by train. The trains run frequently and late which enabled us to go to a show in the West End. It is also ideal for exploring Surrey and Kent. Chartwell is well worth a visit.
The site, apart from the workers area near the reception, is well laid out and spacious.
Only one shower and toilet block was open and it is in need of refurbishment. I hate to continue the grumble but the access road around the site needs to be resurfaced in places.
There are some pleasant walks from the site.
Despite my negative observations we enjoyed our stay and would certainly visit again.
