Dockray Meadow Club Campsite

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First Time on non Facilities.

As previous member this was first time on non shower block site for 20+ years. Although that was not a problem using our own on board bathroom in c'van - the only gripe would be be another water service point on site or water/grey waste to each pitch would be lovely( lugging the grey waste gets heavy and constant water topping up when both showering every day). it's probably why not many families use it - a bonus for many ?? Not sure about the grass being left to be "meadow" effect around back of pitches & in the centre - it just looks messy and unkempt. There are plenty of hedgerows/meadows in surrounding area. The dog area is not very big on site - ok for first & last thing - took dog off site to the field on opposite side of road (over stile by static caravan park) to have an off the lead run. Having said that nice quiet site, no major traffic on road which passes site - just locals taking a quicker route. It was some members who drove around the site at speed (both cars & motorhomes) who should know better that were the problem. There is a walk from site to Cogra Moss reservoir which is not strenuous, drove out to Buttermere & pleasant walk around lake (last there 25+ years ago) beautiful place with new cafes now added for a much needed cuppa. Plenty to see & do in the area depends how far you wish to travel out. Friendly stand-in wardens were on site the week we were there with helpful suggestions and a cheery smile... had an enjoyable week in a beautiful part of the country.

usanddog

Caravanner

Reviewed on 16/08/2021 15:16

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Good Location & very peaceful

This was my first stay at Dockray & whilst I would normally prefer a site with full facilities I am glad I chose to go. The setting of the site is lovely with excellent views & it is so peaceful. There are walks directly from the site & a must visit is Ennerdale Water just a 4 mile drive to Bowness Knott car park. The car park is accessible to Motorhomes & can accommodate medium size units though it can get busy. A circuit of the lake is about 9 miles. The area is away from the main attractions of The Lakes & as a result is not as busy though it is by no means less beautiful. The site itself is well kept. There is a small dog walking area with the novelty of jumps etc. I will definitely return to further explore the area around this hidden gem.

davbuzz

Motorhomer

Reviewed on 16/08/2021 14:51

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Few days away

Lovely peaceful site and helpful staff. There are no toilet block facilities on this site which may put some people off but we didn't have any problem with it. It was good for our family but it depends what each family wants from a site. Good walking and you can cycle around the site. There maybe other cycle areas but we didn't have time to explore these. We were unfortunate that we needed some medical help however, the surgery and the chemist within the surgery in Cockermouth were excellent unlike the Boots pharmacy in Frizington. The shop sells the "around and about" maps which are great for finding walks of all sizes and abilities.

MP4

Reviewed on 15/08/2021 23:12

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So peaceful

What a fabulous find. We are a bit reluctant to disclose how wonderful this site is for fear of it becoming so busy that we can’t return. The site is easy to find and easy to access, particularly if you follow the instructions given carefully. The wardens are super helpful and incredibly low key. The site is kept to an immaculate standard but without the constant noise of a lawnmower often found at other sites. The pitches are roomy and well spaced and the lack of facilities actually means that the footfall is probably less around the site which adds to the total peace and quiet. That said, everybody we spoke to on site were incredibly friendly and happy to share local knowledge. The area is full of things to do but on one day we ventured a bit further afield (about a 20 minute drive) and climbed Scafell Pike and on another we popped into Keswick. Cockermouth was a pleasant surprise and there were plenty of National Trust places to visit. We are not interested in TV particularly when on holiday so no idea about signal, we did however have mobile phone signal through our entire stay. Maybe the beautiful weather allowed it to work. Overall we would say that this is one of the nicest, most peaceful sites that we have visited and we will definitely be looking to book again in the near future.

Susie and Chris

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Reviewed on 02/08/2021 16:50

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Perfect Haven for Peace and Quiet

Thanks to lovely, approachable, friendly Arnie and Stelle who work all day keeping the site in tip top order without disturbing the peace and quiet. After 20+years as a CMHC member, we have just spent our 1st time staying on a site with no shower block, because of Covid we thought we'd stay somewhere quieter. Wow what a lovely surprise, after our 6 day stay of peace and quiet, we left feeling so relaxed and rested it felt as if we'd had 2 weeks holiday. We will certainly be searching out other sites with no facilities. What have we missed all these years, we are converted. Using our own facilities on board was much easier than tripping all weathers to the shower block several times a day. Please Please don't spoil these quiet retreats by installing extra facilities. We even found members staying the same time as us extremely friendly and wanting to chat. Something that doesn't happen very often at the larger sites. Heard owls softly hooting some nights, lovely, the stream babbling as it moved pasted the edge of the site, no traffic noise, lovely places to sightsee. A must is a circular drive through Whinlatter forest, Buttermere and Honister Pass. Thanks again. We will definitely return to this site, for a complete chill.

AlfiesMom

Reviewed on 29/07/2021 15:33

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Peaceful and Friendly

We have just enjoyed 2 weeks at this site extended by 2 days (as long as we were able because of home commitments). Firstly, having read the previous review, have to correct what was said: tv was available with the usual booster cable, wifi also is available within the hot spot as per the club book site information. Whilst we were on site we had the pleasure of meeting the wardens and assistant wardents who were helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. The site is so peaceful most of the time. Unfortunately there was an incident offsite with a resident who was arrested on the adjacent static site which did cause a disturbance mid afternoon and some late evening/early morning noise made by someone who thought he was Elvis Presley which was not associated that we know of, but it was short lived and nothing to do with the clubsite. As regards installing toilet facilites mentioned by another member: no thank you. We feel this would spoil the tranquility of the site and as nearly all of us have our own facilities, this is not necessary and there are other sites in the Lake District that do offer full facilities for families and those who require them. ps. the sunsets were to die for, we can't wait to return. 

campa

Motorhomer

Reviewed on 28/07/2021 18:22

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Perfect Site

Just returned from short stay at Dockray Meadow and already planning to go back. It is a very quiet site, very peaceful with just the sound of the beck. The wardens are extremely friendly and helpful. The site location is a great base for the coast or Lakes. What a great find :)

D Bell

Reviewed on 25/07/2021 13:28

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Ideal Retreat

Clean well maintained site with a brook and red squirrels, no internet, no tv signal, lovely walks. All good. Lack of toilet facilities marks it down and (in my experience) makes it less than ideal for families and the very short pitches required parking sideways as I didn’t fancy reversing into the brook! It really is the perfect place for a retreat - shutting out the world for a few days with no tv or social media. Sadly we arrived for a pre-booked weekend break the day before the Euro ‘21 football final. Not being able to watch wasn’t an option so we adjourned to a nearby Posting Inn to see the game and (after a few beers) overnight for free in their car park.

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Reviewed on 14/07/2021 18:59

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First of many visits

Having never been to this site before, like so many other reviewers, we will be returning to enjoy its main assets of space, peace and quiet and centrality to so many wonderful walks. The wardens were very welcoming and displayed a friendly, helpful manner when needed. Access to the site from the main road calls for care along the minor road. Once in the site there are no problems. The lack of toilet block did not bother us in this period of Covid and really cannot see it being a problem anywhere to the future because we are happy to make full use of our own facilities. The site was kept tidy and clean. We witnessed two lasting changes taking place in our 5 night stay with the disused boules alley being landscaped and the policy to let the larger grass areas return to a more natural meadow - good idea for a site with meadow in its name!!! Both strike us as good ideas but future self seeding grasses could lead to greater use of herbicides to counter the spread of weeds on the gravelled access roads. In conclusion a great site for those seeking seclusion in a very scenic area in the far west of the Lake District.

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Reviewed on 09/07/2021 20:52

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Simply Perfect

What a fantastic site..... maintained by quite exceptional wardens. Our sincere thanks to Stell and Arnie for their help and the work they do. The site is small, and you will need leveling blocks etc. but it is our new CMC favourite place to be. Great walking and if you want a pub or facilities/shopping next door it may not suit you.....but we love it. Enjoy, and thanks again.

Gadgie 1

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Reviewed on 01/07/2021 17:11

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