Crossways Club Campsite
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Enjoyed but maybe not for everyone
An interesting and pretty site with pitches tucked away in leafy grottos. We came away with sticky sap on the sides of our motorhome. I expect the helpful wardens will give advice on which varieties of tree to avoid. The trees create larger rain drops which continue to ping on the roof after rain or drizzle. Much of the ground was close to being waterlogged but we were put on a hardstanding. The nearest shop is a mile round trip. No shop on site. No tv signal but we were happy with just the radio. Phone signal fine. The composting toilets were a bit intimidating and not very private. We wouldn't take small children anywhere near them. The apertures are too big to be safe for them, in our view. The nearness of the rail station is a big plus when it comes to getting about. Some pitches looked rather close to the main road. An enthusiastic song thrush gave us a treat early each morning for half an hour and was even considerate enough to then move on to allow us to finish our slumber.
What's not to like about this site
Firstly, many thanks to the fabulous wardens, Ann-Marie & Perry for making our stay at Crossways such a lovely one from the 11th - 22nd June. Nothing is too much trouble, they are the most helpful & pleasant wardens we have ever come across. The site is kept beautifully clean with lots of hanging baskets & potted plants dotted around the site. Our 2 little dogs loved the dog walk here. There is a pub that serves meals in walking distance & a small co-op store just down the road. It's in a good area for visiting lots of lovely places in Dorset. We are so looking forward to making the journey from Derbyshire back to this lovely site again next year.
SASK
Reviewed on 06/07/2016 21:36
Crossways weekender
This was only our second weekend of caravanning and we ventured further away from home. The wardens, Perry and Anne-Marie were very helpful in making sure we were sited ok. We were placed right near to the railway line and there became a point when we could actually guess when a train would come through and blow its horn. It is actually a very nice site and the facilities, and grounds, are kept very clean and tidy. We thought the loos might be a bit of a problem and for some it was. They did not seem to understand that when they had finished whatever they were doing they should then put the lid down. All in all a very nice place to visit.
excellent site
a job well done to Perry and Ann Marie the wardens, we had 2 lovely enjoyable weeks, the site and facilities are full credit to them for the hard and dedicated work they do, they are friendly and helpful to everyone in every way, it makes it a good holiday with wardens like them, we was worried about the toilets no need to be no smell at all,we found the noise of the trains no problem and did not hear them during sleeping hours. we saw on site deer, rabbits, squirrels, and different types of birds.
dave hodgy
Reviewed on 30/06/2016 20:14
Amazing site
Just returned from this lovely site set in woodland
We had such a relaxing week despite the wet weather, it is so well looked after by the wonderful wardens who work so hard to keep it so pristine.
First time we have used the composting toilets but they were no problem and were always lovely and clean.
Such a unique site, with lots of individual touches and so near all the coastal resorts,you couldn't ask for more
Thanks again Marie and Perry
We will be back.
gardener66
Reviewed on 29/06/2016 13:30
Lots of trees
Lovely staff. Very helpful and worked hard to make site look attractive and clean. Site is very shady and finding a sunny pitch is not easy as so many seasonal pitches have grabbed the best spot. Frustrating. Toilets are fine for adults but children need careful supervision. Fans to operate the filter system run constantly and are noticeable at night if you pitch near the toilets. Noise from adjacent quarry starts at 7.30 a.m and continues till 5p.m. Lorries reversing continually beep. Trains sound their horn as they pass the level crossing close by. They are loud but thankfully not through the night. Site has good location for visits to popular tourist attractions.
Our 4th Visit in Motorhome.
Welcoming Wardens (2) hard working; flowers and herbs, wooden models all very charming. Heavy rain so boggy and wheel marks left sadly. Deer, birdlife, beautiful trees. Quick cheap train ride to Dorchester, Weymouth, Wareham (use Railcards). Busy road for start of walks. We shall return, we love this site.
Wardens are a credit .
Arrived after a long drive and we're glad to pitch up . Wardens couldn't have been more helpful and pleasant . They took great pride in the site and never stopped working . Nice touches around site using natural resources ( bug house , train ect )
Sadly it rained all our stay and we had pitched in a woodland glade that badly needed some professional trimming and was very soggy .
Dry composte toilets were not a problem, follow instructions and close the lid . ( you are warned in advance ) you needed a key to use them , and no sensible person would allow a small child to use them on their own . And they were clean.
Showers are separate ,apart from disabled facility.
The wild life was a joy , lovely deer .
Shops within walking distance , as were trains ( yes you could hear them ) but only throughout the day and again you are warned in advance .
Very handy for monkey world , and other attractions .
Nice Site
This is a lovely site with wonderful wardens, it was very full so we had to be allocated a pitch next to Railway Line. We did not like the type of Toilets on this site and thought dangerous for children with the very large trap.
You may get a chance to feed the deer that visit the warden for treats.
DF Swindon
