One serious failing
mik7001
Reviewed on 27/04/2016 23:14
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mik7001
Reviewed on 27/04/2016 23:14
We start our season every year at Morn Hill, it's less than an hours drive from home and gives us the ideal opportunity to set up on site early, make sure everything is working ok and allows us some time to relax because the journey is so short. That having been said we also visit again at least one more time during the season because - We love Morm Hill, it's lovely and peaceful, yes in the summer the birds make a bit of noise - is'nt that what the countryside is all about? The wardens are friendly and helpful and always busy keeping the site in tip top condition. We do notice on here that some reviewers make complaints about the toilet/shower blocks - lighten up guys, we're camping! Yes they are a bit dated and I am sure the staff would love to see them modernised as would the visitors BUT they are always kept lovely and clean, everything works as it should - if you're worried about visiting because of some of these reviews - don't be, they're absolutely fine! We've had our first trip of the year and certainly looking forward to coming back.
This was not our first visit to Morn Hill, but it is a nice site, with friendly and helpful wardens. As a site it is quiet, but unfortunately very close to the busy A31 and the traffic noise can be extreme. However the proximity of the road means it is well positioned to get to the M3 and A34 in about 5 minutes. For us the location is positive, as we have family living a couple of junctions South just 15 minutes away.
On the day of arrival the site was very wet, with some pitches and one whole area shut off, following a winter of heavy rain. We had rain while there so it was a little muddy at times, and impossible to keep the car clean! There is plenty of room on the pitches for a large caravan plus awning - although on this visit it was not awning weather! Entrance to the site is with an allocated proximity card, giving a good feeling of security. Facilities are excellent, although there appears to be intermittent issues with the water temperature. I reported this on one occasion and it was immediately investigated.
As mentioned by other reviewers the site is split by a private road, but once you have settled onto your pitch, this separation actually gives the site the feel of being smaller than it actually is which we like.
Hinton Ampere House & Gardens (National Trust) is worth a visit - less than a 20 minute drive away. Unfortunately no pubs in easy walking distance, but we would recommend The Chestnut Horse in Easton a short drive away. Good food, beer, and friendly staff in a proper pub. They can recommend a "friendly" taxi company.
Morn Hill is a site we will use again given the proximity to Winchester and family near Southampton.
MikeyGB
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