Coniston Park Coppice Club Campsite

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It’s like marmite you either live it or hate it

We arrived at a very busy caravan site on a Saturday afternoon for a 4 night stay. Maybe this was our first mistake. After driving round the pitch areas it was obvious to us that we were not going to be happy here. It was difficult to see where the pitches were as we could only find tiny ‘lay-by’ areas which were difficult to get into and close to the neighbours. We expected the trees etc but not the small pitches. With a heavy heart we decided not to stay and went to see the wardens who were fantastic. They understood what we were saying and recognised that their site was unique and not for everyone. This is a popular site as it is on the lake but as the wardens said it’s a bit of a marmite site you either love it or hate it.

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Reviewed on 20/07/2022 07:23

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Lots of hassles but worth it

Despite finding a pitch being tricky, the hike to the lake with water sports equipment being a bit challenging, the hike up the hill to reception when you are at the bottom of the site, the noise from the campsite next door at the weekend, and the narrow roads to get to the site, it is actually worth it. Great location, peaceful when the other site next door isn’t busy and rowdy (which also affects access to the launch site). Plenty of shade and good walks straight off the site. Great base to explore the lake or the entire Lake District. We came to paddleboard and weren’t disappointed and will definitely be back. Just hope we get a good pitch again.

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fluffypuppy

Reviewed on 19/07/2022 19:28

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Oh so lovely. .

Brilliant site & Fabulous location. If you know, you know! If you haven't been you need to go!!!

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BROOKESY

Reviewed on 17/07/2022 21:16

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Beautiful forest setting

What a beautiful place. All the pitches are in lovely forest groups. Some even isolated if thats what you want. It’s great to not be on a large field. It’s a large site but because of forest no lay out it’s more intimate. And right next to the lake which is an added bonus. You can walk along the lake path in to town, where you can book all water sports available. Kayak, electric motor boat, canoe, row boat. Also you can hire bikes including electric. All this is just a mile walk along a beautiful path. We will certainly will be coming back again. I highly recommend this site

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Reviewed on 12/07/2022 10:22

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Lake lovers retreat

Our first visit to Coniston Coppice site. This is a very relaxed site. The pitches are a generous size & due to the site layout they are flexible on how you set up - some pitches are better for side on pitching. It is a short walk to the lake even when carrying a paddle board. There is a gravel beach like frontage which is great for spending time on between water sports. Everyone else we met seemed relaxed & friendly we had no issue about leaving our small possessions whilst we were in the water. Shower block is modern & clean as were laundry & wash up facilities which we used. My only preference would be that the grass on/around the pitch was strimmed it was probably 10 inches long. We had a lot of rain so we were walking through long wet grass as soon as we stepped out of the awning & dog laying in long wet grass. Not the end of the world but not the neat pitch depicted in site pics. We loved the green mossy woodland directly behind. The surrounding roads are hard work even with a car & you need to keep your wits about you. We did meet another caravan on our approach which was a stressful reverse down a bendy lane. That was the worse part of the road, a stone bridge on a bend at Brough but there is a passing point before & after if you take it slow & are aware. Stock up well for your stay as local shops run out of salad/veg & not particularly well stocked. We did visit Windemere & Kendal - great days out but we were there for the lake on our doorstep - not disappointed at all.

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bbarr

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Reviewed on 11/07/2022 22:57

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Tranquil wooded site

Our first visit here and to a site of this type in amongst the trees with very private pitches. Our pitch 111 was slightly sloped, but near to the shower block and water waste etc. Its quit a walk from our pitch to reception all uphill aswell, but the site is worth a visit. Very clean shower blocks etc. Loved the nature feel of the site. Found it far from major supermarkets. few pubs in coniston which are walkable from the site. Went to windemere and took a boat ride around the lakes. Plenty of cycle trails and kayak locations. A small walk to the lake at the bottom of the site which was great to launch kayak from with lovely views... Visited Beatrix Potters house and garden which was such a lovely thing to visit, as with things nowadays we had to pre-book.

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chippi

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Reviewed on 08/07/2022 17:06

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Lovely site

I was nearly put off by some of the negative reviews on here but glad that I decided to see for myself. I do feel that some of the comments are unfair and I certainly did not recognise the site as described by some. It just shows that there are different expectations. This is a woodland site - the clue is in the name, it is a COPPICE! And it is beautiful! The pitches are nestled in amongst the trees, which provide screening & privacy. There is long grass in places, it is not manicured or mown short, it is very natural. There are no sterile rows of vans. There is space between the pitches, peace & quiet, dappled sunshine, birds in the trees. The shower blocks are kept spotlessly clean. The staff are super friendly, knowledgeable & helpful. The lake is a 10 min walk from the top of the site, closer from the bottom of the site. You can walk into Coniston in 30-40 mins either along what looks like an old railway line from the top end of the site or a path by the lake - paths are pram-friendly & level with lovely views. There is a great little playground for younger children. The shop sells basic groceries and a van provides fish & chips or pizzas most nights, 6-8pm. The roads on approach are single-carriageway (NOT single-track) and typical of the country lanes throughout the Lake District. We did not meet loads of caravans or motorhomes either on our way in or out, although there were several trucks & HGVs on the roads. I would definitely recommend this site for any motorhome or caravan owner who wants some peace & quiet in beautiful, natural surroundings, close to the lake.

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Linda Edward

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Reviewed on 05/07/2022 19:14

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A large tranquil site in the woods and a good base for touring the Southern Lakes

If you like hardstandings that are flat rectangles arranged in rows, the minimum distance apart, and access to wifi this site is not for you. If you like individual pitches that are separated from others by trees and shrubs and enjoy the tranquility of staying in a wood out of contact with the outside world you will enjoy this site. As well as easy access by foot to the lake and the village, this site is a good base for visiting the Southern lakes. The facilities are spotless, the wardens are very helpful and there's a coffee bar/pizza van on site four days a week. Access to the site from the south is very easy - there are some short narrow sections of road in the last 10 miles but they are clearly signposted and the traffic is light even at busy times of day.

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gerrywealdon

Reviewed on 05/07/2022 13:33

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Great site

I recently stayed for 5 nights and was late in arriving(after 6pm) however this wasn’t any problem and the member of staff who greeted me was very welcoming and directed me to a wonderful pitch. I found the pitch had loads of space around it and not too far from the toilet block. Facilities were great, lovely and clean and smart toilet block. It’s a short walk from the site to the lake where there are opportunities for all kinds of water sports (I love swimming) and I saw people enjoying having picnics on the waters edge. Fabulous fell walks can be done from the site itself and saves hassle and money parking. It’s only a 20 minute drive to Ambleside.

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Reviewed on 04/07/2022 15:55

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A lovely site near to Coniston

We stayed at this site for five nights in June. The site staff told us the best areas to pitch if we wanted sun and which areas were best if we wanted a quiet pitch. There had been a lot of rain before our arrival and some forecast when we were there, so that also influenced our choice of pitch! The facilities blocks are spotlessly clean, the information room has plenty of leaflets about the local area and there is a well stocked shop on site too. We can also recommend the pizzas! It's an easy walk to Coniston either along the edge of the water or along the track from the site entrance. A lovely site and highly recommended.

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SBandKB

Reviewed on 30/06/2022 18:13

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