Ferry Meadows Club Campsite

Rated 4 of 5

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Good for families

Lovely site, shame about the head warden

We do like it at Ferry Meadows, and Easter saw our 3rd visit there in the last 12 months. it's clean, well kept, in a great position, has fabulous walks all around it and a wonderful team that look after the site. What a shame the head warden is such a passive aggressive bully... Over the weekend I seen him upset 4 different sets of guests, One chap had to pull his caravan's tow hitch 2ft to one side to be in line, one father was told off for playing with his son's sponge ball, another for allowing their dog too much static lead despite the dog being asleep under the caravan. Each of which he was technically right about (clever bully) but a totally over the top interaction to each set of people who were keeping themselves to themselves and not bothering anyone else. I fully appreciate there must be rules to make the environment pleasant for all but the overzealous use of authority by this chap spoils the whole experience. (Though I think it makes the warden an inch taller every time he finds another perpetrator on his rounds) Would I go again or advise you to go with your family? yes I would, but be prepared to accept being spoken to like you are a 5 year old moron and you'll enjoy every moment... On a more serious note, it is lovely there and we highly recommended a visit

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John Kettley

Motorhomer from Hertfordshire

Reviewed on 23/04/2019 15:46

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Fantastic site let down by staff attitude

We stayed here over the Easter Bank Holiday and upon arrival the place looked clean and surrounding areas were very tranquil. This was my first time on a club site and have to say the greeting from the people in reception was not very warm, in fact a bit of customer service training would not go a miss! Very structured with no smiles at all! We had two dogs with us which we were told we would need to take off site to toilet them, fair enough I understand that. But when you have a puppy who needs to go quite quickly that is not always possible. I was cleaning up straight away after one toilet break only to be told off with a pointed finger which made me feel like a child being told off by the headmistress. Over the weekend I heard this particular employee speaking to people not very nicely so each time we went past the wardens office we tiptoed just in case!! Apart from this Nene Park and the railway was absolutely amazing helped along by the glorious weather. Lots of walks and things for the kids to do. A short walk away is a Beefeater Pub so everything you need is within walking distance. Staff Training Required!

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Sash1978

Reviewed on 23/04/2019 10:46

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Second visit just as good as the first!

Enjoyed our second visit here last weekend Love the fact that we don’t have to use the car during our stay - walked into Peterborough and back enjoying the walk along the river/ countryside Had a lovely walk around ferry meadows country park next door and then walked to one of the nearby pubs Toilet and showers all sparkling clean, wardens all pleasant and knowledgeable. When we came last time the site over the road wasn’t open as it was out of season but although we still stayed on the site where reception is we walked round the other part and thought how nice it looked. Will certainly be returning!

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Clearway

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Reviewed on 17/04/2019 20:06

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Cracking Site

Just spent 3 nights on this cracking site. From the warm efficient arrival by the wardens to location and facilities everything was just right. The location is superb for walking and cycling. We walked into Peterborough and got the train back. Wasn't too much hassle to visit Rutland water and Burghley house at Stamford. We thought that our stay was real value for money and will visit again

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Oneputt

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Reviewed on 15/04/2019 07:55

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Always a pleasure

I've stayed on this site a few times but never this early in the year. The site was still well maintained and the wardens were friendly and helpful. I arrived about 6 minutes early and was allowed straight into the waiting area. There were already two motorhomes in front of me so maybe they have taken notice of previous reviews. If you've travelled some distance on busy roads it can be difficult to plan your journey to arrive at exactly 12 o'clock! The site was fairly quiet considering it was the Easter holidays and I was able to park next to family members who had arrive the day before. Unfortunately the weather was cold and wet for some of our stay so we took refuge in the cinema in Peterborough. We didn't fancy eating in the cinema so we walked across the retail park to Pizza Hut - big mistake. It made the cinema cafe seem tasteful, calm and serene. If we ever use that cinema again we will eat in the van beforehand. Cinema seats are excellent though. As always an enjoyable couple of days.

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dodobird61

Reviewed on 12/04/2019 10:44

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Excellent site

We have stayed here several times and always enjoy the location, the cleanliness of the shower block and the site in general, together with the facilities that are close by. The Wardens do a sterling job (but see below for a slight concern - our first and hopefully last). The double barrier has been mentioned in a previous review and I have to say that our view is that this is a good thing, given the volume of general traffic that exists back and forth to the country park. It gives us a more secure feeling. We also haven't had a problem with either the train or youngsters. Perhaps we've just tuned out the sounds? We have a dog, which we walk out to the park and back on a 1 metre lead. Returning from one (long) walk our dog pooped in the grass/small trees alongside the roadway as I approached our caravan - not on, or even near a pitch. I stopped, bagged the poop, returned to put it in the poop bin and carried on. On visiting the office a short time later I was chastised for this action, with an explanation that some owners let their dogs go anywhere - even on others' pitches. I was completely taken aback at the female warden's words and tone. I can't (even now after much reflection) understand why I should have been singled out and quite what I should have done differently. I was both embarrassed and confused by the continued stance. We are very responsible dog owners and should not be lumped in with any that aren't. Despite this, and although this has left a lingering bad taste, it won't stop us visiting again.

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BobbyWJ

Reviewed on 07/04/2019 22:10

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Love this site

Firstly the site. We have used this site many times but only for overnight stopovers on our way somewhere else. Each time we do this we say we really must stay longer. Excellent access to and from the A1. With the Country Park, steam train (I for one, love to hear them whistle and 9pm isn't too late surely!) and countless other attractions in the area.The layout, pitches and facilities are good as per the usual Club standard and its so peaceful and quiet. The staff were very friendly and efficient and always had time to stop and chat. Excellent site that i cannot fault. Secondly, reading other reviews. I cannot see a problem with the 'extra' barrier. Having added security is surely for our benefit. With the regard to the issue of early arrivals. This is something that really annoys me at most CAMC sites. Arrival times are clearly stated and are set for many reasons. It astounds me that people cannot adhere to this very simple 'rule'. Its so easy to plan your trip to arrive at a planned time and it would save everyone a lot of hassle and resentment if only people could accept this. I wish this ruling was enforced at every site. We use CAMC sites because they are run in a way that we like and suits us. If you don't like the way CAMC sites are run - simple - don't use them and leave them for those that don't have a problem with living with rules!

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charliebrown8

Caravanner

Reviewed on 02/04/2019 07:36

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WHY THE BARRIER BEFORE THE BARRIER?

I had a lovely weekend's stay at Ferry Meadows - great to cycle into Peterborough as I did this time, or take the train as I've done previously. As always the site and facilities were great. But wait, has there been a mass trespass by unwanted caravanners that would give cause to add an additional barrier before the normal barrier? Otherwise, I'm at a loss to understand the need for such a thing. Not expecting to come up against the barrier, I was too far away to hear what the speaker was saying - I eventually realised the warden was asking for my name which I gave, waited whilst paper was shuffled and was finally 'allowed' in. After I had given my name (again) and checked in, I queried the reason for the extra barrier with the wardens and was told it made people feel safe. There's already a barrier after reception so why wouldn't they feel safe already? I arrived when reception wasn't busy, any more than one caravan/motorhome arriving at the same time must surely cause queuing on to the road - not helpful for the public or the Club's reputation. I was made to feel like public enemy number one for having raised the question at all, I was told "well you're entitled to your opinion" and felt sure I was the topic of conversation after I left reception. On the whole a disappointing and unfriendly arrival. What are we doing as a 'friendly' club here? Creating, yet more, unnecessary rules, just the sort of thing that puts off potential members and broadens the 'rules is rules' reputation the Club has already cultivated. I wondered later if the barrier is simply to prevent any 'naughty' members who arrive early from gaining access - as mentioned by a member below - if so, that would be a sad indictment too.

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TiddleyOmPomPom

Motorhomer from Hertfordshire

Reviewed on 23/03/2019 14:40

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Rated 4 of 5

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Our View

The site is well appointed and manicured to a high standard. Access and egress security is very good and well controlled. The toilets and showers are pristinely clean and well maintained. You are close to great facilities including a beefeater, cafe, park and steam railway within walking distance. The taff are very accommodating, friendly, helpful and available. The only negative is the steam railway, it runs till 2100 in the evening and every time it passes the steam whistle is blown very loudly 3 to 4 times. But a small price to pay when staying at such a great site. Thanks John Davis

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Johno6960

Caravanner from Hertfordshire

Reviewed on 12/03/2019 18:22

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Don't arrive early

Don't arrive at this site early, we went out in our car one morning during our stay and came back at 11.45am to find a large motorhome at the first barrier, the driver had spoken to the wardens via the intercom system and had been refused entry. That meant we had to reverse out across a busy footpath and busy road to allow this motorhome to reverse out, go and sit down the road for 15 minutes before the wardens would let him in. Why couldn't this motorhome been allowed in to wait in the late night arrivals area which was empty for 15 minutes instead of making two vehicle perform a dangerous manoeuvre. During our stay work was carried out on several of the pitches and although it was rather noisy, we must praise the workmen for a very neat and tidy job.

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mdj10

Caravanner from Bedfordshire

Reviewed on 11/03/2019 10:57

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