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The Hollies Leisure Resort

95%

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Kessingland, Suffolk

HIGHLY RATED

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With direct step access to the beach, The Hollies Leisure Resort offers an idyllic location on the Norfolk Coast, ten minutes from Lowestoft. Guests can choose from grass pitches with the option of electric, each spread over three fields across the spacious 28 acre site. Within 15 minutes of the Broads and Southwold, days are best spent by the sea or enjoying a boat trip. Dogs are also welcome too!

Family and dog friendly site, open year round with friendly staff and well maintained facilities

Set on the Norfolk Coast with direct access to the beach, ten minutes to Lowestoft

Just ten minutes to the Broads and 15 minutes to Southwold - ideal for days out!

About The Hollies Leisure Resort

This welcoming site is ideal for exploring East Anglia and further afield. Wooden steps also take you directly from site onto the beach, so there is no better location for enjoying days of swimming or sunbathing. A leisurely 15 minute drive will also take you to Southwold, a classic seaside town, and Lowestoft is nearby too. There are a total of three camping fields across the 28 acre site, with each suited to a different type of camper. Tents can pitch up on the 200 non electric grass pitches set on the Seaside Field, located by the cliff top this field is ideal for those wanting easy access to the shore, with up to ten guests per pitch. In the Hay Field, there are 30 electric grass pitches that are suitable for tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. The Barley Field is for those in trailer tents and tourers with 48 grass pitches, all with electric hook ups. Each of these pitches allows up to eight people. There is also a range of glamping available, including pods, yurts, safari lodges and a converted bus. Self-catering and luxury lodges are also available onsite. A maximum of two dogs are welcome to join you. Raised fire pits and BBQs are also permitted, so be sure the pack the burger buns and marshmallows!

The site is open all year round. Non electric pitches are available between March and October.

BH & HPA

Facilities and amenities

Facilities include toilet blocks, hot water showers and hair dryers. WiFi is limited on the park and only available around reception. There is also a laundry room for guests to use, along with a small park for kids. Facilities are ensuite and self-contained within the safari lodges.

If you are in search of a pub, Livingstone's is a 25 minute walk away. A Morrisons is also within a 20 minute walk for picking up any essentials, along with a Pizza Hut.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

We are all about ensuring the best customer service. Our wonderful team have been handpicked for their can-do attitude and friendly approach. We want to make sure everyone enjoys their visit to our site.

Guests can leave feeling relaxed and excited to come again. Every customer is important to us, whether you are here for a one-off holiday or even own one of the lodges onsite, so please do come and say hello during your stay and don't be afraid to ask us any questions or for local recommendations!


Map and address

Park address

The Hollies Leisure Resort,

London Road, Kessingland, Suffolk, NR33 7PQ

Coordinates

52.4318, 1.7206 | TM 52 88

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The Hollies Leisure Resort is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Rallies

Young children


There are 366 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Non Electric Pitches (Seaside Field) at The Hollies Leisure Resort

200 x Non Electric Pitches (Seaside Field)

Max 10 people

Spacious grass pitches for tents complete without electric. Suitable for tents only. This field has direct access to the beach.

Electric Grass Pitches (Hay Field) at The Hollies Leisure Resort

30 x Electric Grass Pitches (Hay Field)

Max 8 people

Grass pitches in the Hay Field area, with electric. Suitable for tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes.

Electric Grass Pitches (Barley Field) at The Hollies Leisure Resort

48 x Electric Grass Pitches (Barley Field)

Max 8 people

Grass pitches with electric hook ups. Suitable for trailer tents and tourers only.


Glamping Pod at The Hollies Leisure Resort

3 x Glamping Pod

Max 2 people

Glamping pod with a small pull out bed and electric. Bedding is not provided. Shared facilities nearby.

Glamping Yurt at The Hollies Leisure Resort

Glamping Yurt

Max 6 people

Glamping yurt furnished with a double bed. A sofa bed and futon are also included, but please note that linen is not provided.

Safari Lodges at The Hollies Leisure Resort

8 x Safari Lodges

Max 4 people

Safari tent equipped with a double and bunk bedroom, a lounge, kitchen and dining area. Ensuite with a loo and shower.

Glamping Bus at The Hollies Leisure Resort

Glamping Bus

Max 8 people

Converted bus with a double bedroom and four single beds upstairs. Downstairs double bed that converts into seating. There is a small kitchen a fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster, along with a dining area with a TV. Outside decking with seating.

Luxury Lodges at The Hollies Leisure Resort

75 x Luxury Lodges

Max 6 people

Range of privately owned holiday homes with ensuites and verrandas.


The Hollies Leisure Resort reviews

4.8 /5

95%

Recommend

18 reviews
Overall
4.8
Location
4.61
Value for money
4.94
Service
4.94
Facilities
4.56
Cleanliness
4.94

Perfect site in Suffolk

Richard I

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Motorhome - Electric Grass Pitches (Barley Field)Mar 2024

Very pleasant and friendly staff greeted us on arrival. Facilities always clean. Easy access to bus routes.

Short break away

Emma R

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Motorhome - Electric Grass Pitches (Barley Field)Mar 2024

Lovely campsite with great facilities. Close to the beach, friendly and helpful staff. Would stay here again.

Beautiful beach

Linda F

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VW-Type Campervan - Electric Grass Pitches (Barley Field)Apr 2024

No club house, which was a shame.

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FAQ

Guests are able to check in from 12pm until 5pm and check out is due at 10am.

Yes, two dogs per pitch are permitted and the site asks that they be kept on a lead at all times.

Yes, but must be raised from the ground and at least 6m away from your accommodation.

Yes, free of charge! Pup tents must fit within your pitch.

Hen and stag parties as well as group bookings under 25 years old are not accepted unless by prior arrangement.

Cars can be parked by your pitch, commercial and sign-written vehicles should be parked at reception.

Yes, there is WiFi!

You can find the site map here.


With direct step access to the stunning, sandy Norfolk coast, there is no better location to enjoy a day by the sea. Spend your morning swimming or sunbathing and you can just pop back to your pitch for a lunchtime BBQ.

Lowestoft is also only a ten minute drive away, full of seaside attractions. Visit Claremont Pier, enjoy some traditional fish and chips and make sure to get a photo at Lowestoft Ness Point, the easternmost point of the UK.

For something truly unique, be sure to head to Southwold Pier, 15 minutes away. Home to the famous Under The Pier Show, visitors can have a go on eccentric machines, designed by Tim Hunkin, including 'Whack a Banker' and the 'Zimmer Frame Simulator'.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Africa Alive (5 minutes)
  • Southwold Maize Maze (15 minutes)
  • Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park (15 minutes)
  • Sea Life Great Yarmouth (30 minutes)
  • Burgh Castle (30 minutes)
The listing for The Hollies Leisure Resort was last updated on April 27th, 2024 at 7:57 AM

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