Rookesbury Park Club Campsite

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Weekend break

Another lovely weekend at Rookesbury and great weather too, as usual all facilities are kept clean and tidy. The site looks great with just some grass pitches now out of use due to recent wet weather. We were on grass which was ok but a little muddy from awning use. The recent change of use of the previously fantastic dog walk field to use for tents is without doubt a bad move. The caravan club should be kept as just that for caravaners. Increasing income is most probably the reason but sadly this will lead to over use of the toilet facilities with all the mud and grass brought in we have all probably seen when at sites where tenting is the 'norm'. I am sure we will visit again but if the caravan club continues with changing areas to tent use then membership will decrease.

BrianRL

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Reviewed on 30/09/2015 19:41

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Family time

This was not our first stay at Rookesbury and we were still delighted with the site and all it had to offer. Close to Fareham and Wickham for shopping and of course the delights and interests that Portsmouth and Southampton offer. It was also chosen as we were celebrating a family members 95th birthday. The wardens were efficient, friendly and extremely helpful and after the wet late summer, were battling with worn out grass pitches, some of which had been withdrawn for re-seeding. It's those pesky groundsheets that are seemingly seldom if at all, lifted to give the grass an airing. In my humble opinion they should be banned from CC grass pitches and anyone using them should be "yellow carded". The two shower blocks were immaculate as usual on CC sites with plenty of amenities for all. We were close to the 'ferry pitches' but were not disturbed by early departures or late arrivals. The only issue I could comment on negatively are those members who choose to ignore the mid-day departure deadline and leave late making it very awkward for incoming outfits as passing places are somewhat lacking close to the site entrance from the road. There are ample warnings of this around the site so there is no excuse for these late leavers to rely on. Going off the road onto verges can be a major problem if there has been an amount of rain that softens them up. TV reception via the plug-in facility is fine and some areas can get an acceptable signal via a fitted arial. A good children's area provided plenty of exercise for our visiting great grand-children and it's away from the main site. Overall a very good site for peace and quiet and the seaports. Note; No bus services close to the site and Wickham is about a 2 mile walk on footpaths so transport probably necessary other than for the fit and young at heart.

ClintE

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Reviewed on 28/09/2015 17:40

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First visit to a club site

Lovely, quiet site with plenty of space between pitches. We loved the fact that the dog area was secure and we could let our dog have a run, because of the rain the entrance to the dog site was rather muddy and slippery, we did hear two staff members discussing putting something down to make it safer, but this didn't happen while were there. The forest right next door was an added bonus. Showers etc: were clean and warm. The washing machine at £4 for a wash, was rather expensive and the most we have had to pay at any other site we have stayed at.  We would stay again but would do the washing elsewhere.  Staff friendly. 

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Motorhomer

Reviewed on 28/09/2015 08:43

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Tents and dog field

We have been coming to this site for years and not just for the odd weekend but weeks at a time and just love this site.One of our favourites. The location , the quiet and the large dog field..That is to say before they cut half of the dog field and put in tents. I am not the only one that feels this way. It is THE CARAVAN CLUB. The camping and caravan club is for both. Right I ask a question if you are going to do both as the camping and Caravan club are you going to reduce the fees. As I can go cheaper with the camping and caravan club but I have wanted to be in the Caravan Club. Im sorry but you have made quite a few members disalusioned here. Shame its not the same now.

goldieboys

Reviewed on 27/09/2015 16:54

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Still Excellent

We have stayed on this site many times but always only for the single night as we catch or return on ferries from Portsmouth, however one day we will definitely spend more time as it really is a lovely well kept site in a beautiful location. It may sound big at 149 pitches, but such is the layout you feel as though you are not crowded and have plenty of room. The woods and walks surrounding the site are excellent and the wardens who are really friendly look after it very well. Highly recommend it, you will not be disappointed. 

rkj52

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Reviewed on 26/09/2015 18:40

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Very Nice Site

Just returned from 5 nights at Rookesbury Park. A spacious, clean and very peaceful site with 2 well maintained shower blocks.  Most of the grass pitches were closed due to a combination of the recent wet weather and clearly people not understanding the concept of lifting their groundsheets. So many of the pitches were just a larger square of mud/dead grass. Wifi connection is abysmal. Wardens were always cheerful and helpful although in one of the dishwashing areas there was a plug missing rendering one of the sinks out of use for the duration. This should have been easily spotted during the cleaning routine but clearly not. Overall a very nice site with a cracking play area for young children and nice walks from the site. 

63ellsbells

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Reviewed on 26/09/2015 18:13

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Beautiful Site

This was our second visit to this lovely site.The wardens were always very helpful and cheerful. The site itself is very well placed and has good walks attached.  The only criticism was that the Wi-Fi was always going down or was oversubscribed. This also occurred at the Southlands site. Surely in this day and age it shouldn't be difficult to install a fast, reliable system capable of having multiple users??

Templequay

Reviewed on 24/09/2015 18:58

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Autumn stay

Another 2 weeks at this wonderful site . Perfectly positioned for trips into Portsmouth and Southhampton and more .  We love the layout which gives pitches to suit all tastes and requirements .  Our preference is for grass pitches in one of its many sunny glades . When we were their recently it was evident that previous users had not lifted their ground sheets which at the end of the season left horrible muddy areas . What a pity people can't be more thoughtful about those coming after them .  Last but not least is the dedicated staff who keep everything in tip top condition .  Thank you wardens for making our stay so enjoyable . See you again next year . 

WColton

Reviewed on 23/09/2015 19:41

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Another weekend at Rookesbury

We have been coming to Rookesbury for over 30 years. The site is still well managed and the facilities are in exceptional condition. Everything is so clean and well managed thanks to the team of wardens. For this visit I was particularly interested in the NEW trial camping area as both of children's families are camping hopefully prior to taking up caravaning. I was disappointed that campers cannot park their cars next to their tents which will be a huge turnoff to prospective campers. I also hope that the CC put in Electric hookup points asap. Modern campers with their fridges etc do need the hook up. Without it, it reduce the appeal of Rookesbury Park. 

DavidMiddleton

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Reviewed on 23/09/2015 17:25

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An Excellent Site

We had a very pleasant week at the site that we had not visited for six years. Although the weather was disappointing - very wet, we enjoyed our stay at this well run site. Toilet blocks excellently clean and wardens very helpful. We will come again! 

CliveAH

Reviewed on 22/09/2015 18:36

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