Reviews @ The Rose & Crown

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2011-03-15T11:16:00.002Z

We found this pub online when looking for a convenient rendezvous for lunch between Watton and Sleaford

We struck lucky, with a warm welcome, including an open fire and excellent food at very reasonable prices. The Aberdeen Angus cottage pie was really tasty and the desserts were delicious and a bit different. Good beer and a nice bottle of wine. Recommended and we will come again if we are in the area

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2011-01-19T10:05:00.000Z

Alan Winfield left this review about Rose & Crown

This pub is in a village called Holbeach Hurn and is about 3 miles from Holbeach i walked here from Fleet Hargate.
This is pub is an Elgoods tied house and there were two real ales on here i had a drink of Elgoods Cambridge bitter which was very nice,the pub was fairly small inside but was smart and comfortable.

On 30th November 2010 - rating: 7

EMAIL FROM SEASONAL PITCH HOLDERS FOR 2 YEARS

2011-01-17T12:03:00.002Z

all the best for xmas and new year to all the staff and to kelvin and janet for the past year hope to see you in feb god willing i hope you all have a great night lucky buggers thinking of you all derek and june from Sheffield

EMAIL FROM SEASONEL PITCH HOLDERS FOR 2 YEARS

2011-01-17T12:02:00.003Z

hi kelvin and gang hope u are all well and had a good xmas and new year looking 4ward 2 getting back down 2 caravan as are cath and colin what changes can we except on our return i think i may have a customer who comes in shop interested in the site gonna give her your details and see if she gets in touch all the best 2 u all mick mags x

HAPPY CAMPERS (copied from email)

2011-01-17T12:01:00.003Z

message: Hi ya Kelvin and Janet

After having such a fab time staying with you over the New Year Period my friends and I (aka The Caravan Crew) would like to know if it\'s possible to book again this New Year (preferably in the car park with hard standing. This was discussed with Kelvin and Darren), I think the electric was just a slight problem that could be resolved if necessary. We would if possible like 6 possibly 7 pitches. I look forward to your reply.
Andrea Benson

Review From Google User 10-01-2011

2011-01-17T11:56:00.004Z

Bigbeno ‎ - 10 Jan 2011
We stayed here at New Year. Fantastic staff great atmosphere nothing is too much trouble. Home cooked meals and even catered for 16 of us on New years day roast beef dinner was great. We will be back
Liked: Food, Service, Atmosphere, Value

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2010-11-05T13:59:00.002Z

Reviewer: Scottmeyers1970 (1) Date of Visit: August 2010 Unit: Tent

This was our first visit to the campsite and it did take us a while to find it as it is a little tucked away from the main road and situated at the other end of a quiet village. The pub itself is painted a lovely bright yellow so it’s easy to see. We were greeted by Baz who made us very welcome and showed us where to pitch and offered his assistance if we needed it, the site itself is pretty flat and lots of electric hook ups.
The showers were as clean as they could be but the weather was a little grim at times so a bit of mud on the floors is to be expected. They are cleaned every morning. The washing up facilities is outside at the moment and lacks a canopy or some other idea if its raining but there is plenty of hot water.
The pub is a proper local type pub with real ale and guest ales. The food is awesome and 99% of it is homemade by the tall guy (Daz). I would definitely recommend this site, the staff cannot do enough for you and nothing is too much trouble.
There are no rules on this site, the only thing they ask is to respect other campers which is enough really. We would definitely go again and the prices are very reasonable (£26.00) 3 nights with a hook up.It’s a pretty new site and they are improving it all the time.

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Reviewer: Adele_001 (1) Date of Visit: August 2010 Unit: Tent

We stayed at the Rose and Crown for one night mid week which was only £7 - In August we really thought this was great value!
We arrived at the camp site and were greeted by friendly faces who showed us the options for where we could pitch. There was a toilet block quite close to our tent which I found to be clean, the showers had hot water in the morning and always had toilet paper.
After putting up the tent we went out to see some sights. In reflection we should have planned what we wanted to see and do before we got there as we really struggled to find anything close by to see that interested us. We ended up in Kings Lynn, where we had a nice walk around.
In the evening we went to the camp sites own pub. The staff were so lovely and the locals all very friendly and chatty. They have a great selection of beers and ciders all reasonable prices.
Unfortunately the weather spoiled the trip a bit and really restricted what we could do. If we were to go up that way again we would stay at the same site and after speaking to the staff we have a better idea of what to see and do nearby.

REVIEW VIA E-MAIL

2010-08-31T12:29:00.000+01:00

The following information was submitted from a form on www.roseancrown.co.uk:

name: Roger & Helen Edwards

message: Well what can i say we not only found the Rose & Crown but also the jewel in the crown as this Campsite is better than any caravan club site , on our arrival we were met by kelvin who made us so welcome he then introduced us to baz,what a man,he made you feel like a long lost friend, who showed us our pitch,he his ace .
we arrived on a saturday and on sunday we decided to have a sunday lunch daren to us is definatly a master chef on his own the meal was that good that our grandaughter cleaned her plate which i have never in her 9 yrs of age seen before , this site is that good that we have left our caravan there as we are going back on the 25th september baz , daren and kelvin could not do enough for us if there was a star rateing it would be 5 plus,plus,plus ect ,
I can only say that this is the start of a long friendship and hope they will be at the Rose & Crown for a very long time see you all soon. Roger & Helen

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2010-08-18T10:43:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Mands33 (2) Date of Visit: July 2010 Unit: Tent

What a fab site, we were greeted by very helpful staff and directed to our pitch without delay. Toilet and shower facilities were basic but very clean and adequate for our needs. The children's play area was very good, there was also a games room with a tv, my little girl was very happy she could catch up on ceebeebies.
The site itself was kept in superb condition, our stay was most enjoyable and would definitely return. There is lots to do in the surrounding areas and supermarkets and shops are a short car journey away.

REVIEW VIA E-MAIL

2010-08-17T11:16:00.000+01:00

Thanks for a great week you guys,and to Bazz [star].We thourghly enjoyed our stay with you.Hope to come back again,Linda & John.

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2010-08-02T11:19:00.002+01:00

Reviewer: DianeHiggs (1) Date of Visit: July 2010 Unit: Tent

What can we say, found this lovely little site by looking at reviews and thought we would give it a try, and we are so pleased we did. The staff were so friendly we felt we had known them for years.
The food in the rose n crown was lovely and not at all expensive. Ok the toilet block was spotless and it made a change to have lashings of hot water.
Oh and @£7 a night to pitch you just cant go wrong,electric hook up was just £2 extra but seeing we were there the one night we didn't bother ( didn't have anything electric to hook up to be honest ).
We had brilliant neighbours and had a lovely time sat chatting and getting a wee bit merry. Just brilliant not much more to say

Reviewer: Claireandmark (1) Date of Visit: July 2010 Unit: Tent

What a great find.
Lovely, flat pitches next to the strikingly painted pub. Kelvin and Baz went out of their way to make not just us but everyone feel really welcome and also included in the pub's activities. We aren't usually fans of Karaoke evenings, but the fun and spirit that everyone entered into it including all the staff was amazing despite Kelvin's 'unique' singing style. Who is that Alice person anyway?
Not just the friendly spirit, but also great, very reasonably priced simple hearty pub grub as produced by the now famous (infamous?) unnecessarily tall Daz. If you want to see the menu, you see exactly that - the one and only copy of it. Kelvin is also very fussy about the condition of his ale and won't serve you with it if he is not 100% satisfied with it - which, as real ale fans is a distinct plus in our books.
There are several things to go and see near the campsite - but we wound up having so much fun on site, we hardly left the place. With the camping at £7 a night and a decent meal for the same kind of money, we were severely tempted to just not go home.
Highly recommended to anyone who wants to have a whale of a time in great company for incredibly good value prices.

Reviewer: The brett Family (3) Date of Visit: July 2010 Unit: Tent

Just got back from a long weekend 3 nights stay at the Rose & Crown, what a gem of a camp-site, friendly does not do it justice, from the moment at checking in by Baz(what a legend) being shown to pitch by Darren (and he is as tall as they say)
The bar staff are second to none, the food is first class, home cooked (the chips are excellent.) Food prices are reasonable and at £9.00 per night including Electric hook up make the site a great place to camp.
The site is a bit of a way out the nearest shop is about 3 miles but even that doesn't distract for what a great site this.
We are going back in a few weeks with family and friends and can't wait.

review via e-mail

2010-07-06T13:41:00.000+01:00

Hi everyone
Hope Baz won at pool last night, just wanted to say what a great two days we had with you this week, the site is so tranquil and clean - topped with a great pub,great atmosphere and what can I say about the food, home made chips pies and gravy, heaven.
Hope to see you again soon
Lynn and Nick
PS am posting a review on UKsites - is there any other place that you use where a review would be helpful

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2010-07-06T13:36:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Veryhappytripper (1) Date of Visit: June 2010 Unit: Touring Caravan

My husband and I have just returned from a two day break at the Rose and Crown and it really is a super site.
The family that run both the site and the pub could not do any more to make you welcome, nothing is too much trouble and the atmosphere is safe and friendly.
The pitches are all level grass and there are plenty of electric hook up points. The loos are spotless and the garden area and childrens play area well maintained.
Saving the best till last, what a great meal we had in the pub - home made chips and most items on the menu also home made, my steak pie was best ever and coupled with a couple of pints of draft pear cider - the perfect evening.
Site fees very reasonable £12 with hook up in June and no pressure to clear off site or lots of rules and notices about what you can and cant do just a very friendly welcoming site run by friendly people.
(comment from the landlord:our prices are the same all year round,including bank holidays

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2010-07-06T13:27:00.002+01:00

Reviewer: Cherylhiggins76 (2) Date of Visit: May 2010 Unit: Tent

We visited the Rose and Crown in mid May just for a night and it was fab!
A complete bargain at £7 per night(for our very very large tent no extra cost), we didn't have electric hook up as only there for one night but it was only an extra £2.00 anyway.
On arrival we reported to the pub as instructed and the nice man showed us to our pitch (which was basically wherever we wanted) and we got pitched and sorted.
We checked out the toilet facilities which were basic BUT clean and adequate. There was also a sink for washing up outside the block too.
(Message From the Landlord:The toilet and shower block has now been refurbished and there is a washing machine and dryer for our guests convenience)
There is a little children's play area by the pub and a games room for the kids too with pool table, tv etc. Our son played rounders and hide and seek all afternoon/eve though with some other kids he made friends with on the site!
We went into the pub in the evening for a couple of drinks and it was really friendly.
Would definitely visit again for a night or 2.

Review via e-mail

2010-07-06T13:11:00.000+01:00

name: alan & jeanette and a dog called archie

message: just arrived home after a great 5 nights at the rose and crown camp site,fantastic site,great people running it ( cheers to Baz ) nothing too much trouble archie(the dog) dont come bye,he is a gun dog not a collie ( cheers to big Daz ) for cooking a late supper. like the new paint work yellow and green looks great. will be back.

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2010-05-25T20:04:00.002+01:00

Review by Shelleb from ukcampsites.co.uk
by rcphpBBadmin » Mon Jan 25, 2010 8:25 am

Reviewer: Shelleb on www.ukcampsites.co.uk
Date of Visit: August 2009
Unit: Tent

I'd like to give this site a big thumbs up. We went with another family and we had a great time. This site allows you to really camp properly. If you don't want to be a real camper you may not like it here but if you are up for a challenge you will enjoy this site.
The site has a shower block which the owners are hoping to update but it is clean if not modern. The on site pub is great and all the staff are friendly. We have already decided that we will be going again next summer.rcphpBBadmin
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LANDLORDS COMMENT

2010-05-25T20:01:00.003+01:00

Fenland Brewery Company Award
by kelvin.j.evans » Fri Feb 05, 2010 11:59 am

Elgoods Brewery Award
Congratulations to Elgoods Brewery who have been declared Brewer of the Year by the Castle Rock pub and brewing company. The award was presented for "outstanding choice and consistent quality".
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2010-05-25T20:00:00.000+01:00

Elgoods Golden Newt Award
by kelvin.j.evans » Fri Feb 05, 2010 12:15 pm

Awards for Golden Newt
Elgoods Golden Newt recently won the Eastern Region Champion Bottle Beer Competition held by SIBA and was thus entered into the International Beer Challenge held in Germany, the world's biggest bottled beer competition. Congratulations to Elgoods who took the Bronze Medal with Golden Newt.
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2010-05-25T19:58:00.002+01:00

THE GOOD BEER GUIDE
by kelvin.j.evans » Fri Feb 05, 2010 3:13 pm

WE ARE VERY PROUD TO BE LISTED IN "THE GOOD BEER GUIDE"kelvin.j.evans

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REVIEW Via E-MAIL

2010-05-25T19:54:00.004+01:00

REAL ALE IN HOLBEACH
by wheezy » Wed Feb 10, 2010 2:08 pm

THIS PUB IS JUST GREAT,the real ale,staff,food are spot on,go and visit!!!wheezy

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REVIEWS FROM: ukcampsite.co.uk

2010-05-25T19:43:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Joolie64 (3) Date of Visit: July 2009 Unit: Tent

What a brilliant 3 nights camping we had (you lot are mad) Joking aside Janet, Kelvin, Daz and Baz and the locals made us feel so welcome. The site has all you need, the price £7 a night is so good. We danced and sang the night away even had a tab at the pub. Cant wait to come again

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Reviewer: Novice123 (1) Date of Visit: July 2009 Unit: Tent

As first time campers we had a lovely couple of nights at The Rose & Crown, the staff were very welcoming, we really enjoyed our stay here. The toilet/shower block was basic but ok for a couple of nights, plenty of hot water. The pub grub & ales were great!
Only went into Holbeach, nice little town has a Tesco for your shopping! Did plenty of walking with the dog around Holbeach Hurn the roads were very quiet, ideal for walking.
Will return again! Many thanks to all the staff & regulars for making our stay such fun.

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Reviewer: Daznsaz (1) Date of Visit: June 2009 Unit: Tent

This a a little gem of a site! We had an amazing weekend in June. One of the friendliest sites we have ever visited!
Electric Hook-up ideal for tents and caravans - very flat and sheltered, particularly in the lower field. Clean toilet block - plenty of hot water.
The pub serves real ale and the food is excellent value for money. There is a pool table and a lovely beer garden.
Holbeach Hurn is ideally located for visiting both Lincolnshire and Norfolk. King's Lynn & Boston are 20 mins drive away - Hunstanton a little bit further but worth a visit.
Thanks to Baz & Daz for making us so welcome - we can't wait to return next year!

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Reviewer: Tommy mavin (1) Date of Visit: May 2009 Unit: Touring Caravan

We stopped on this site over the bank holiday for three nights and must say the staff are all as mad as a box of frogs, what a good time we had. We was made welcome from the start.
The site is not a 5* one, old toilet blocks, only a swing / slide for kids, but they are making moves to improve it and if they do what they have planed it will be very nice.
The pub has nice food and the price is good too
Kelvin/baz and the others made the stay a very good one and helped out with getting some fishing sorted out for me (thanks again)
We will be going back and with some friends next time

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Reviewer: JohnZa (5) Date of Visit: June 2009 Unit: Tent

You will either love this site or hate it and other reviews give you all the reasons to love it - birdsong, friendly staff and visitors (but this week-end we were the only non-residents) - good local village pub with real ale (Elgoods and it is well kept, but not my favourite) excellent food and excellent service.
Not so good bits? Tired toilets and showers that must be up-graded soon. Large statics that almost litter the pub grounds - but when the leylandii grow this will be screened! The site is miles from anywhere and so it is not a really good touring centre, unless you like to commute the A17.
Overall? We had a good week-end - the site was alomst empty. Saturday we did instant bbq and sunday we eat in the pub. During the day we went off to the mouth of the river Nene and Peter Scott walk along the edge of the nature reserve.
So we came home feeling relaxed and with fond memories of our first camping trip together with friends.

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TWO REVIEWS FROM: kwikbreaks.co.uk

2010-05-25T19:27:00.000+01:00

1 September 2008
We stayed at the Rose and Crown caravan site for 7 days and found it very enjoyable, relaxing and a break that will never be forgoten. The staff/owners were very friendly. The pub which is located on site serves up excellent home cooked food and real ales to a high standard, and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. I would have no hesitation in recommending this site for a break. Marks out of 10 = 10
anyone booking must make sure they meet BAZ the entertainer.
Mr Harper

12 February 2009
On arrival to the site we was greeted by Kelvin the Landladys husband who was very helpful in helping me set up my caravan as he could see I have back problems.
After we were set up we went into the pub for a drink and bite to eat where we were greeted by a smile from Janet the landlady. We had a lovely meal that was very cheap for the quality/quantity. Nothing was too much trouble for any of the staff and the locals were very friendly.
This site is brilliant it is basic at the moment but al ot of work is being carried out. If you like a place to relax and have a good laugh this is the site for you.
Overall I would reccomend this site 100%. We cant wait to visit again later this year.
Alan Bright

REVIEW FROM ukcampsite.co.uk

2010-05-25T19:03:00.001+01:00

Reviewer: Ukjude (1) Date of Visit: May 2010 Unit: Tent

Still full from the wonderful Sunday lunch cooked for us by the unnecessarily tall Daz - the chef at the Rose and Crown!
What a wonderful welcome we had at this family run pub - we were made to feel like 'regulars'.
Great place to stay with all the usual amenities - nice, flat pitch for the tent and well away from busy roads. Despite 'work in progress' in the toilet / shower block, it was still clean and with a plentiful supply of hot water.
We're already planning our next visit - hoping to bring some friends with us to enjoy the hospitality.

REVIEW FROM ukcampsite.co.uk

2010-05-25T19:00:00.001+01:00

Reviewer: Trevjo (1) Date of Visit: May 2010 Unit: Tent

We visited recently in a non electric tent with our dog.
I was greeted by a great guy called Baz, and shown to our pitch. He came out frequently to see if we needed help and to explain the location of shower block etc.
We went in for a lovely home made meals and gorgeous homemade baileys cheesecake (don't drive after that, very potent but great). They have karaoke on fri nights which was good fun
Lovely site they are in the process of getting more shower blocks and toilets built as not many at moment.
Great area, tallest windmill in moulton close by, baytree garden centre down road, biggest in britain,
Stayed till Monday only left two days early as ran out of money.
I'm just glad that we were there for Sunday lunch I had lamb, partner had beef, the yorkshire puds were amazing!

REVIEW FROM myfavouritecampsite.com

2010-05-25T18:50:00.003+01:00

Rose and Crown Nr Spalding

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This site is a treat, we went early last year and found the landlord (Kelvin) and landlady (Janet) to be a very friendly couple. They are around most of the time if you need anything and Kelvin is always full of banter. He has a great sense of humour and colourful language at times but he's so funny, you can't help liking him. Janet works mainly in the bar and is always up for a chat. The beer is excellent and so is the food.
The site itself is quite flat and has plenty of room for tourers and awnings and has electric hookups. There is also a field where they have tents. All the grounds are kept clean and the grass is cut to a nice length. There is a playground for kids with a few swings etc and you can sit out in the beer garden while the kids play.
Toilet block is basic but clean and loads of hot water.
Prices are very good and they are trying to keep them as low as possible.
It is a quiet site well away from most traffic noise. I would definitely recommend this site if it's a quiet weekend or a midweek break that you want, or longer if you like to chill out and do nothing.

Harry

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2010-05-24T15:48:00.003+01:00

Reviewer: Beckymosaic (1) Date of Visit: April 2010 Unit: Trailer Tent

I had organised an Easter Camp for my fellow 2CVers, and picked the Rose and Crown mainly for the fact it was a local campsite with pub attached.
We were not fully prepared for the wonderful time we had; Kelvin, Janet, Darren and Baz were wonderful hosts - nothing was to much for them.
They were happy to accommodate over 50 of us, and serve up to 15 at a time for a 'full English' breakfast - bargain of the year for a fiver - beautifully cooked and so tasty.
The Elgoods beers were superb, all the food yummy (particular praise for the treacle pud), and the hosts great company.
OK, the site loo/shower block was basic, but it's a campsite, not Butlins! The water was always hot, and the loos clean, with a useful outside washing up area. The plentiful hook-ups and chemical loo emptying point an unexpected, but useful feature on a pub camp site.
The karaoke was not to be missed, but not always because the singing was good!
We hope to be back 'en masse' again soon

I CAN'T REMEMBER FROM WHENCE THIS CAME ! ! !

2010-05-24T15:47:00.005+01:00

Reviewer: Nigel Barker
Date: Wed Feb 21 2010

We were greeted with a smile and a handshake, and it just kept getting better.
Nothing seemed too much trouble for them - we're new to caravans but were told to ask if we needed any help at all.
Having pitched where we fancied (nice view over the fields) we went into the pub and had a first rate meal - very welcome.
Saturday we went off exploring Boston (market day) and Spalding, then back to the caravan site to try some of the real ale and real cider - very good.
In all, can't really fault the site - its not "posh", with loads of plush facilities, but loos, showers etc were all more than functional, the site was fine, and we certainly intend to visit again..

Nigel Barker

2010-05-24T15:47:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Wheezy
Date: Wed Feb 10 2010
THIS PUB IS JUST GREAT,the real ale,staff,food are spot on,go and visit!!!

Fred Andrew - Wed Feb 10, 2010

2010-05-24T15:46:00.001+01:00

I found this pub in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide. This is an Elgoods Pub that offers a good variety of well kept beer's, Cambridge, Blackdog and Thin Ice on this occasion.

The staff, Darran, Baz, Janet and Kelvin are very nice people and I was made to feel very welcome from entering ther pub, Cheer's!!!

I will be going back to this pub without a doubt and recommend it to everyone.

Campers Review Via Email 20/05/10

2010-05-20T12:10:00.000+01:00

hi guys

thanks to all for the lovely weekend
sorry to everyone for daring baz to sing old shep,that backfired as i had to sing
great site good luck on the new shower block and toilets and i know you are going to busy may bank hols but you will be fine

thanks to the chef in the kitchen as great sunday dinner i loved my lamb partner had beef
and OH MY GOD YOUR YORKSHIRE PUDS ARE AMAZING!!!!
and OH MY GOD YOUR HOMEMADE BAILEYS CHEESECAKE!!!!

we will return love to all
joanne eaton and trevor green and dog toby

REVIEWS FROM "SPALDING EAT AND DRINK"

2010-02-09T19:41:00.002Z

Posted by Jim Barnes — 15/09/2009 at 14:37

Found this pub in THE GOOD BEER GUIDE very good beer, friendly staff the landlord even gave me a lift to the bus stop so i did not have to walk 3 miles to get the bus home. i will be going back again and reccomend to everyone.

Posted by Bill Williams — 15/09/2009 at 13:17

Great pub, great location, great beer. What more could you ask for ?

REVIEWS FROM: ukcampsite.co.uk

2010-01-19T10:40:00.001Z

Reviewer: Sue Baker (1) Date of Visit: May 2009 Unit: Touring Caravan
Lovely weekend. We were made most welcome by everyone. The food was really nice and hot so we knew it was fresh. The pitch was nice and flat and I'm sure if we had problems setting up they would have all been more than happy to give us a helping hand. Hope to see them all again.
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Reviewer: Hazza (2) Date of Visit: May 2009 Unit: Folding Caravan
Just got back from a great few days at the Rose and Crown. Lovely site, nice and quiet and very helpful people. Kelvin is very funny when you get talking to him and has a great sense of humour. There was plenty of room for the caravan with awning and close to the toilet and shower block, which are quite basic but clean and lashings of hot water.
We had a meal in the pub and it was very tasty and well priced. Our daughter loved the swings and we could sit and have a beer in the garden while she played. We will definitely be going back.
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Reviewer: Penny1230130 (1) Date of Visit: April 2009 Unit: Motorhome
Only our 2nd trip out in our motorhome so novices to say the least. A more friendlier bunch of people you could not wish for. 'Del boy' (Kelvin) and Janet perfect hosts.
Excellent and reasonable priced food served in the pub created by Daz and Baz made sure we were introduced to all the locals. Basic but adequate amenities, very clean and plenty of hot water.The site is quite flat and is kept really tidy.
This is an up and coming site and if all goes to plan should be a very successful one. We will definitely visit again later this summer.
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Reviewer: Don+Ros (1) Date of Visit: October 2008 Unit: Motorhome
This is a very subversive establishment.
Be aware that, having arrived, it is very difficult to leave and our overnight stay became three. The overwhelming friendliness of both staff and customers is the main cause of this. No effort was spared to ensure we had everything we needed.
The pub has reasonable food reasonably priced. We can recommend the meat puddings, also the excellent naked salad(!) They keep a good pint, it's an Elgoods house.
Outside the field is largely flat, there is access to power and water. The outside toilet / shower block was spartan but clean. The inside toilets were very clean and had been recently redecorated.
Bicycles are very useful, the pub is remote and the nearest shop and other pubs are several miles away.
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Reviewer: Beckyhooke (1) Date of Visit: October 2008 Unit: Motorhome
What a site! What more could you ask for - peace & quite, clean toilets & showers (albeit a bit basic), plenty of space and a PUB! Kelvin, Janet and Baz are so friendly and make you feel welcome the moment you step foot onto the grass (which needs cutting by the way ha ha).
With Holbeach only approx 4 miles down the road with Tesco's and various other shops, this site is worthy of a visit - a good base to explore the surrounding areas or just to chill out with a pint (or two!).
A trip down to the wash and the RAF bombing range is a must see and there is a great shop on the way which serves hot breakfast baps & tea / coffee.
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Reviewer: Kevkeely (1) Date of Visit: August 2008 Unit: Tent
My wife and I had a weekend planned in Skegness with friends in a static. But we had lost the kids for the weekend and decided to go back to basics for the extra night, and at the same time, kill most of the journey on the Friday after work. So off we went with the kids 2 man tent, cool box and gas heater.
Well, the site. When we first got there about 6.30 pm, saw a dozen very old caravans and a couple statics. The occupants were all off to the showers in a steady stream. It all looked a bit strange and we got a bit concerned. Only when I went to the loo, and saw Polish signs, I realised they were migrant land workers. So we were a bit uneasy at first.
There were fully laden apple trees all behind us, and then open access to a ploughed field. Later I found this also belonged to the pub, and they had plans to extend the camping area.
The toilets were basic and in need of refurbishment. There was no play equipment for the kids, or at least I did not notice any.
Then the lad I spoke to on the phone did a quick tour of the field and came over and we had a chat. He was very helpful and put us at ease right away.
As I said, the workers were all getting showered and ready for a night out, being hard at it all week I guess. In fact they were generally youngish, and they were all very smartly dressed. Certainly put us to shame. Not a sound out of them. I bet they were off into town or something like that.
Then a camper with a family and another tent with 2 couples arrived.
We had a couple of beers outside our tent as twilight approached, and after dark about 9 ish went to the pub.
A nicer bunch of people you could not meet. The lad who booked me in also doubled up as barman and chef. Food was finished when we arrived, at 9.00, but no matter, he took our order anyway and said he will cook it when we wanted it. And true to his word, about half ten, he did!
It turned out the Landlord only took over couple of months ago. The pub looked very recently refurbished. They tell me that there will be work done on the toilet block and the old caravans are slowly being replaced by newer statics.
We had a great night. The locals were so friendly. They had a local Dj playing 60s 70s and 80s vinyl records. The landlord was not there that night, but his brother held the fort. And he was a good host. Kids were very welcome inside as well.
The village is small and its a couple miles to anywhere. The price was £5.00 a night, and I was told it was the intention to keep it low all the time.
The field was L shaped and quite big. So you could be far enough away from the pub if you wanted. So you could have it nice and quiet if you want, or lively nearer the pub if you wanted.
We made friends with the people in the camper, a University lecturer and wife and grand kids. They were equally impressed.
So, first impressions can be deceptive. We have a nice nearly new Bailey senator. But this night was our anniversary, and we went back to basics. My wife thought it was a great night, and we would have certainly stayed the whole weekend if we were not otherwise pre booked.
If they upgrade their toilet/ shower block this will be a lovely place to go. And if they put the same effort into the camping field they clearly have in the pub, then it should be good when they are all finished.
We stopped by in the morning to say goodbye, and were welcomed yet again. We were sorry we had to leave. Its a long way for us for a weekend, doubt we can get back this year, but no question, we will be back next year, and for a longer weekend next time.
Looking forward to going back soon

Reviewer: Jackson411 (2) Date of Visit: August 2008 Unit: Tent

Overall we had a lovely stay at the Rose + Crown campsite on the bank holiday weekend, it has recently been taken over + the owner told us it was in a bit of a state, but they have done a very good job on the pub, the toilet and shower block hasn't been changed but staff were painting out the mens toilets + showers while we were there.
Its a reasonable size campsite + the staff are very very friendly.
Meals are served in the pub + are very reasonable, the cheapest thing was a 4oz burger with salad for £1.99 + the most expensive thing was £6.99 for a Shepard's Pie dinner, which in my eyes was not expensive at all. They also did a cooked breakfast from 10.30am but I'm not sure how much it was. We ordered a few burgers + chips at 9.30pm on our first night + there was no problems with them, they were lovely, especially the home made chips!
On site they had an outside sink with hot + cold water for dish washing, showers were hot + free + they had a washing machine for use for £2 + dryer for £3 including powder and softener inside the pub, which is very cheap!
We had previously booked up elsewhere about 50miles away from our house but the campsite phoned to cancel last minute because of the bad weather, we contacted a good few places + ended up choosing the Rose + Crown campsite even though there was no reviews to look at + it was over 200 miles away from home but my brother was meeting up with us + it was closer for him so decided to book it.
The best thing about it was that it was only £5 per night + we had 3 cars, a large dome tent + 5 adults + 2 children! We offered to buy the owner a drink for it being so cheap but he said he would buy us a drink!
The town centre was ample with a good range of shops, it was about 10 mins away in the car + the weather was lovely so we could of walked it but didn't as of our kids.
We visited a Butterfly + Wildlife Park in Long Sutton, which is about 10 mins away, it looks like its in a housing estate as its at the end of a row of houses but its a lot bigger than it seems + well worth it for a family day out, it was £20 for a family ticket of 2 adults + 2 kids + our kids aged 2 + 9 really enjoyed themselves, there is a gorgeous bird of prey show + a tropical house full of butterflies + birds + many more creatures!(there is info on it on the rose and crown link on this website.)
We would definitely go back but for a week this time instead of just a weekend as we really enjoyed ourselves!

Mark & Karl Via E-mail

2010-01-03T12:16:00.004Z

Hi Kelvin, Just thought I'd send you our thanks for the great weekend we spent with you. The welcome could'nt have been better, also the food and drink...hic hic!! was fantastic. Cheers Gaz, Baz and Daz. Please give my regards to Baz, the perfect host and ace barman. I do hope he has caught up on some sleep.
Your locals made us feel very welcome, Gaz, Alison and Fred to mention just a few and many others. The open fire was a god send, we had a cold, windy and soggy week. I'm glad my tent held up to it! But we still enjoyed the break from the Rat Race.
The apples have now been transformed into lovely pies, crumbles and sauce, thanks to my Mum. Me and Karl are hoping to see you early December for the weekend. I will ring you closer to the time. See ya soon, regards Mark.

Paul Graves, Peterborough, Cambs. From: www.pubsulike.co.uk

2010-01-03T12:02:00.004Z

What a delight to find a bunch of people who make the distinct effort to ensure that you have a fabulous time - at whatever time of day you visit. This is without doubt the Gem of the Fens. Live music at odd weekends really makes every night party night at the Rose 'n' Crown. *****

Mel Burke, Scunthorpe, North Lincs. From: www.pubsulike.co.uk

2010-01-03T12:00:00.003Z

Fantastic,what more can i say,campsite spotless and clean,kelvin and janet and the rest of the staff can't do enough for you,beer and food very good quality and price,will definatly going back for another weekend of fun. *****

Don Reid, Fleet, Holbeach, Lincolnshire.From: www.pubsulike.co.uk

2010-01-03T11:59:00.003Z

Fantastic pub, great staff, good food, wonderful atmosphere. *****

Russell Proctor Holbeach Hurn, Lincolnshire.From: www.pubsulike.co.uk

2010-01-03T11:58:00.003Z

The Rose & Crown is the ideal village pub! Cozy log fires, great beer (hic!), and more welcoming hosts you could ever wish to meet. This pub is a must for really good real ale, wholesome (cheap) home cooked food and on the odd occasion excellent entertainment provided by the staff, free of charge! In fact this pub is so good I bought the house next door! Well done to Janet, Kelvin, 'The Baz' and Darren for their effort and excellent service. *****

Julieanne Warner, Gedney, Lincolnshire.From: www.pubsulike.co.uk

2010-01-03T11:57:00.004Z

This public house is great, lovely friendly staff,good homecooked food (well done to the chef), there is a wide range of beers/lagars. Well done keep up the good work. ****

John & Pam Turner, Holbeach Hurn, Lincolnshire.From: www.pubsulike.co.uk

2010-01-03T11:56:00.003Z

A welcoming pub with a comfortable easy ambience, with good Elgoods beers, particularly the Cambridge, and a lovely guest lager, Warsteiner, currently available. Good food and good service. Well done to Kelvin, Janet & Barry and also to Sam for the well prepared food. ****

Mick Bettinson, Spalding, Lincolnshire.From: www.pubsulike.co.uk

2010-01-03T11:53:00.003Z

Great service and fantastic homemade style cooking, a real pleasure and value for money, and the owners are very nice and accomodating, best pub in the area. Mick *****

Reviewer: Swanlane on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-12-12T17:09:00.000Z

Reviewer: Swanlane on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

Date of Visit: December 2009

Unit: Touring Caravan

We visited this site for 3 nights and were greeted warmly by the staff who had phoned us the previous day to warn us that due to illness there would only be a limited menu on the day of our arrival. We ate in the pub and the food was fine. The beer was well kept and well priced. The toilet block is dated but clean and the owners assure us that updating is in their plans. A good base for touring the area. We would definitely return.

Reviewer Gasman166 on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-09-12T20:58:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Gasman166 on www.ukcampsites.co.uk
Date of Visit: September 2009

Unit: Tent

We arrived about 1.30 on Sunday afternoon and decided to eat in the pub eatery before putting up the tent. The food is excellent, (cooked beautifully by Darren the tall), and very reasonably priced. There was a christening on when we arrived but we were sorted with a lovely Sunday lunch very quickly.

The site itself is basic but so is the price, just £7 a night with an extra £2 for electric hook up. The toilet / shower block is small and a bit dilapidated but very clean and there is loads of hot water, my only complaint is that it could use a couple of hooks by the sinks to hang towels on whilst washing.

The area where we put the tent up is a bit open to the elements so was very windy, however there has been a number of shrubs planted which will provide shelter when they grow a bit.

There is not a lot in the immediate area but there are a lot of attractions in fairly close proximity and we were treated to a DC3 and a Spitfire flyby presumably because the Battle of Britain Museum is close by.

Now, the down side, unless you are slightly insane don`t use the pub. We went in on our first evening on site to pay the site fees and ended up getting a little tipsy thanks to Barry the barmy barman. Seriously though, although we knew nobody in the pub, which was quite crowded, we were laughing and joking with everybody very quickly. This place is very definitely run by a bunch of 'characters'. Improvements are in the pipeline for next season and we will be back for sure.

Reviewed by Donna28979 on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-08-12T21:08:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Donna28979

Date of Visit: August 2009

Unit: Tent

We have just arrived back from this site and it has been lovely, the owners are very nice, the pub and grounds including the campsite are lovely, the shower block is basic but nice, it has 1 shower and 3 toilets, the washing up area is also basic with only one sink,
the locals that use the pub on a regular basis are lovely and friendly on the whole I would return to this camp site in the near and distant future as the owner was telling us how he wants to update the site, while we were there there was a first birthday party with lots of activities around and they invited my children and nieces and nephews to enjoy the bouncy castle and sumo suits, they are brilliant with the children and have swings and stuff for the kids.
The only down fall of the site were the wasps they were all over in the daytime but that was something with the whole area and not just the site as the site owners were trying to combat the wasps and we just put pop bottles out with some pop in the bottom and holes in the side and made our own wasp catchers

Reviewed by Whippets on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-08-12T21:04:00.001+01:00

Reviewer: Whippets on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

Date of Visit: August 2009

Unit: Tent

We stayed from 14th to 23rd of August and had a great time. Everyone is really friendly and helpful.

The toilets are kept clean and there was always hot water in the shower when we had one.

The kids enjoyed the playground facilities and we enjoyed the beer! The grub was very good as well.

The Karaoke evenings are good fun to listen to and everyone has a great time.

The local area is very quiet and it is ideal for a quiet break away from it all!

The nearest big shops are in Holbeach where there are two supermarkets. Although there is a small shop in a nearby village that we also used.

There are lots of farm shops and local produce stalls as well selling fresh fruit and vegetables.

Reviewed by Bushey5 on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-08-12T21:02:00.001+01:00

Reviewer: Bushey5 on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

Date of Visit: August 2009

Unit: Folding Camper

Arrived at this site on bank holiday Monday, when most people were leaving so missed the party atmosphere previous reviews enjoyed. Reasonable at £10 + £2 EHU per night. Small rural site with no local shops, relaxed regime. A small site at the side of the pub so good for a drink or a meal.
Good cafe/farm shop on the A17. Very friendly, helpful owners, including other campers. Toilets and showers cleaned every day, but still very basic and need replacing. Waste bins overflowing after the weekend, some dog pooh near the bins for 2 days. Loads of hot water at the outside sink for washing up.
A few swings where the younger children gathered. A few old statics housing farm workers. Good area for walking but not much else. Difficult when towing to turn right onto the A17, so turn left to roundabout, about 2 miles. Overall a pleasant 2 days, but unlikely to return.

Reviewed by Shelleb on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-08-12T21:00:00.001+01:00

Reviewer: Shelleb on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

Date of Visit: August 2009

Unit: Tent

I'd like to give this site a big thumbs up. We went with another family and we had a great time. This site allows you to really camp properly. If you don't want to be a real camper you may not like it here but if you are up for a challenge you will enjoy this site.
The site has a shower block which the owners are hoping to update but it is clean if not modern. The on site pub is great and all the staff are friendly. We have already decided that we will be going again next summer.

Reviewed by Novice123 on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-07-12T21:11:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Novice123

Date of Visit: July 2009

Unit: Tent

As first time campers we had a lovely couple of nights at The Rose & Crown, the staff were very welcoming, we really enjoyed our stay here. The toilet/shower block was basic but ok for a couple of nights, plenty of hot water. The pub grub & ales were great!

Only went into Holbeach, nice little town has a Tesco for your shopping! Did plenty of walking with the dog around Holbeach Hurn the roads were very quiet, ideal for walking.

Will return again! Many thanks to all the staff & regulars for making our stay such fun.

Reviewed by Joolie64 on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-07-12T21:10:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Joolie64

Date of Visit: July 2009

Unit: Tent

What a brilliant 3 nights camping we had (you lot are mad) Joking aside Janet, Kelvin, Daz and Baz and the locals made us feel so welcome. The site has all you need, the price £7 a night is so good. We danced and sang the night away even had a tab at the pub. Cant wait to come again

Reviewed by Burkey58 on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-07-12T21:06:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Burkey58

Date of Visit: July 2009

Unit: Tent

Fantastic,nicest people ever, could not do enough for you,£7 a night for 2adults and a tent,great pub, food was great, would recommend any time and we are definitely going back.

Great location,quiet and peaceful everything you need for a great break away from home.The pitches are all on level grass and all within easy reach of the toilet and shower block.

Reviewed by JohnZa on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-06-12T21:15:00.001+01:00

Reviewer: JohnZa

Date of Visit: June 2009

Unit: Tent

You will either love this site or hate it and other reviews give you all the reasons to love it - birdsong, friendly staff and visitors (but this week-end we were the only non-residents) - good local village pub with real ale (Elgoods and it is well kept, but not my favourite) excellent food and excellent service.

Not so good bits? Tired toilets and showers that must be up-graded soon. Large statics that almost litter the pub grounds - but when the leylandii grow this will be screened! The site is miles from anywhere and so it is not a really good touring centre, unless you like to commute the A17.

Overall? We had a good week-end - the site was alomst empty. Saturday we did instant bbq and sunday we eat in the pub. During the day we went off to the mouth of the river Nene and Peter Scott walk along the edge of the nature reserve.

So we came home feeling relaxed and with fond memories of our first camping trip together with friends

Reviewed by Daznsaz on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-06-12T21:12:00.001+01:00

Reviewer: Daznsaz

Date of Visit: June 2009

Unit: Tent

This a a little gem of a site! We had an amazing weekend in June. One of the friendliest sites we have ever visited!

Electric Hook-up ideal for tents and caravans - very flat and sheltered, particularly in the lower field. Clean toilet block - plenty of hot water.

The pub serves real ale and the food is excellent value for money. There is a pool table and a lovely beer garden.

Holbeach Hurn is ideally located for visiting both Lincolnshire and Norfolk. King's Lynn & Boston are 20 mins drive away - Hunstanton a little bit further but worth a visit.

Thanks to Baz & Daz for making us so welcome - we can't wait to return next year!

Reviewd by Hazza on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-05-12T21:19:00.001+01:00

Reviewer: Hazza

Date of Visit: May 2009

Unit: Folding Caravan

Just got back from a great few days at the Rose and Crown. Lovely site, nice and quiet and very helpful people. Kelvin is very funny when you get talking to him and has a great sense of humour. There was plenty of room for the caravan with awning and close to the toilet and shower block, which are quite basic but clean and lashings of hot water.
We had a meal in the pub and it was very tasty and well priced. Our daughter loved the swings and we could sit and have a beer in the garden while she played. We will definitely be going back.

Reviewed by Sue Baker on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-05-12T21:17:00.001+01:00

Reviewer: Sue Baker

Date of Visit: May 2009

Unit: Touring Caravan

Lovely weekend. We were made most welcome by everyone. The food was really nice and hot so we knew it was fresh. The pitch was nice and flat and I'm sure if we had problems setting up they would have all been more than happy to give us a helping hand. Hope to see them all again.

Reviewed by Tommy Mavin on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-05-12T21:14:00.001+01:00

Reviewer: Tommy Mavin

Date of Visit: May 2009

Unit: Touring Caravan

We stopped on this site over the bank holiday for three nights and must say the staff are all as mad as a box of frogs, what a good time we had. We was made welcome from the start.

The site is not a 5* one, old toilet blocks, only a swing / slide for kids, but they are making moves to improve it and if they do what they have planed it will be very nice.

The pub has nice food and the price is good too

Kelivn/baz and the others made the stay a very good one and helped out with getting some fishing sorted out for me (thanks again)

We will be going back and with some friends next time

Reviewed by Penny1230130 on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2009-04-12T21:20:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Penny1230130

Date of Visit: April 2009

Unit: Motorhome

Only our 2nd trip out in our motorhome so novices to say the least. A more friendlier bunch of people you could not wish for. 'Del boy' (Kelvin) and Janet perfect hosts.
Excellent and reasonable priced food served in the pub created by Daz and Baz made sure we were introduced to all the locals. Basic but adequate amenities, very clean and plenty of hot water.The site is quite flat and is kept really tidy.
This is an up and coming site and if all goes to plan should be a very successful one. We will definitely visit again later this summer.

Reviewed by Beckyhooke on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2008-10-12T21:24:00.001+01:00

Reviewer: Beckyhooke

Date of Visit: October 2008

Unit: Motorhome

What a site! What more could you ask for - peace & quite, clean toilets & showers (albeit a bit basic), plenty of space and a PUB! Kelvin, Janet and Baz are so friendly and make you feel welcome the moment you step foot onto the grass (which needs cutting by the way ha ha).

With Holbeach only approx 4 miles down the road with Tesco's and various other shops, this site is worthy of a visit - a good base to explore the surrounding areas or just to chill out with a pint (or two!).

A trip down to the wash and the RAF bombing range is a must see and there is a great shop on the way which serves hot breakfast baps & tea / coffee.

Reviewed by Don+Ros on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2008-10-12T21:22:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Don+Ros

Date of Visit: October 2008

Unit: Motorhome

This is a very subversive establishment.

Be aware that, having arrived, it is very difficult to leave and our overnight stay became three. The overwhelming friendliness of both staff and customers is the main cause of this. No effort was spared to ensure we had everything we needed.

The pub has reasonable food reasonably priced. We can recommend the meat puddings, also the excellent naked salad(!) They keep a good pint, it's an Elgoods house.

Outside the field is largely flat, there is access to power and water. The outside toilet / shower block was spartan but clean. The inside toilets were very clean and had been recently redecorated.

Bicycles are very useful, the pub is remote and the nearest shop and other pubs are several miles away.

Reviewed by Jackson411 on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2008-08-12T21:27:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Jackson411

Date of Visit: August 2008

Unit: Tent

Overall we had a lovely stay at the Rose + Crown campsite on the bank holiday weekend, it has recently been taken over + the owner told us it was in a bit of a state, but they have done a very good job on the pub, the toilet and shower block hasn't been changed but staff were painting out the mens toilets + showers while we were there.

Its a reasonable size campsite + the staff are very very friendly.

Meals are served in the pub + are very reasonable, the cheapest thing was a 4oz burger with salad for £1.99 + the most expensive thing was £6.99 for a Shepard's Pie dinner, which in my eyes was not expensive at all. They also did a cooked breakfast from 10.30am but I'm not sure how much it was. We ordered a few burgers + chips at 9.30pm on our first night + there was no problems with them, they were lovely, especially the home made chips!

On site they had an outside sink with hot + cold water for dish washing, showers were hot + free + they had a washing machine for use for £2 + dryer for £3 including powder and softener inside the pub, which is very cheap!

We had previously booked up elsewhere about 50miles away from our house but the campsite phoned to cancel last minute because of the bad weather, we contacted a good few places + ended up choosing the Rose + Crown campsite even though there was no reviews to look at + it was over 200 miles away from home but my brother was meeting up with us + it was closer for him so decided to book it.

The best thing about it was that it was only £5 per night + we had 3 cars, a large dome tent + 5 adults + 2 children! We offered to buy the owner a drink for it being so cheap but he said he would buy us a drink!

The town centre was ample with a good range of shops, it was about 10 mins away in the car + the weather was lovely so we could of walked it but didn't as of our kids.

We visited a Butterfly + Wildlife Park in Long Sutton, which is about 10 mins away, it looks like its in a housing estate as its at the end of a row of houses but its a lot bigger than it seems + well worth it for a family day out, it was £20 for a family ticket of 2 adults + 2 kids + our kids aged 2 + 9 really enjoyed themselves, there is a gorgeous bird of prey show + a tropical house full of butterflies + birds + many more creatures!(there is info on it on the rose and crown link on this website.)

We would definitely go back but for a week this time instead of just a weekend as we really enjoyed ourselves!

Reviewed by Kevkeely on www.ukcampsites.co.uk

2008-08-12T21:25:00.000+01:00

Reviewer: Kevkeely

Date of Visit: August 2008
Unit: Tent
My wife and I had a weekend planned in Skegness with friends in a static. But we had lost the kids for the weekend and decided to go back to basics for the extra night, and at the same time, kill most of the journey on the Friday after work. So off we went with the kids 2 man tent, cool box and gas heater.

Well, the site. When we first got there about 6.30 pm, saw a dozen very old caravans and a couple statics. The occupants were all off to the showers in a steady stream. It all looked a bit strange and we got a bit concerned. Only when I went to the loo, and saw Polish signs, I realised they were migrant land workers. So we were a bit uneasy at first.

There were fully laden apple trees all behind us, and then open access to a ploughed field. Later I found this also belonged to the pub, and they had plans to extend the camping area.

The toilets were basic and in need of refurbishment. There was no play equipment for the kids, or at least I did not notice any.

Then the lad I spoke to on the phone did a quick tour of the field and came over and we had a chat. He was very helpful and put us at ease right away.

As I said, the workers were all getting showered and ready for a night out, being hard at it all week I guess. In fact they were generally youngish, and they were all very smartly dressed. Certainly put us to shame. Not a sound out of them. I bet they were off into town or something like that.

Then a camper with a family and another tent with 2 couples arrived.

We had a couple of beers outside our tent as twilight approached, and after dark about 9 ish went to the pub.

A nicer bunch of people you could not meet. The lad who booked me in also doubled up as barman and chef. Food was finished when we arrived, at 9.00, but no matter, he took our order anyway and said he will cook it when we wanted it. And true to his word, about half ten, he did!

It turned out the Landlord only took over couple of months ago. The pub looked very recently refurbished. They tell me that there will be work done on the toilet block and the old caravans are slowly being replaced by newer statics.

We had a great night. The locals were so friendly. They had a local Dj playing 60s 70s and 80s vinyl records. The landlord was not there that night, but his brother held the fort. And he was a good host. Kids were very welcome inside as well.

The village is small and its a couple miles to anywhere. The price was £5.00 a night, and I was told it was the intention to keep it low all the time.

The field was L shaped and quite big. So you could be far enough away from the pub if you wanted. So you could have it nice and quiet if you want, or lively nearer the pub if you wanted.

We made friends with the people in the camper, a University lecturer and wife and grand kids. They were equally impressed.

So, first impressions can be deceptive. We have a nice nearly new Bailey senator. But this night was our anniversary, and we went back to basics. My wife thought it was a great night, and we would have certainly stayed the whole weekend if we were not otherwise pre booked.

If they upgrade their toilet/ shower block this will be a lovely place to go. And if they put the same effort into the camping field they clearly have in the pub, then it should be good when they are all finished.

We stopped by in the morning to say goodbye, and were welcomed yet again. We were sorry we had to leave. Its a long way for us for a weekend, doubt we can get back this year, but no question, we will be back next year, and for a longer weekend next time.

Looking forward to going back soon