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Carlton Meres Holiday Park

Carlton, Saxmundham, Suffolk

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Set in the Suffolk countryside, Carlton Meres Holiday Park is a great location for a family holiday, 15 minutes from Aldeburgh and the coast. There is plenty to enjoy onsite with an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, two large fishing lakes, a gym, crazy golf course and fun-filled activities. For evenings onsite, there is a restaurant/bar with regular entertainment. Guests can stay in a cosy camping pod with proper beds, heating and more!

Why you'll love it at Carlton Meres Holiday Park


Holiday park surrounded by woodlands with two onsite fishing lakes, 15 minutes to the coast

Top facilities including an indoor and outdoor pool, restaurant/bar, mini golf and entertainment

Family and dog friendly camping pods with proper beds, heating, electric and waterside views

About the site


Enjoy a fun-filled getaway at this family friendly holiday park. There is an indoor and outdoor heated swimming pool, so you can have a dip whatever the weather, along with a gym and tennis court for burning off some energy. For little ones, there is an arcade and play park, with crazy golf, Segway hire, fishing lakes and more! The site has 20 cosy camping pods that offer a double bed and a bunk bed, with the option to hire bedding for extra convenience. Each pod is fitted with heating, lighting, and a small dining table, perfect for meals together. The pods include electric and USB sockets, so you can keep your devices charged throughout your stay. Set by a lake, you will also have amazing waterside views. Shared toilet and shower facilities are just a short walk away, along with washing up sinks and freezers for ice packs. Evenings can be spent having a tasty meal or cold pint at the onsite restaurant/bar, with regular live entertainment, Sky TV and BT Sport. If you would prefer to cook, raised BBQs are allowed too. Do note, open fires are not permitted. Up to two dogs are allowed per pod, so canine companions don't have to miss out on the fun!

Carlton Meres Holiday Park is open from 24/03 to 02/11.

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Facilities and amenities

Accessible facilities

Adult only

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Fires allowed

Shop

Showers

Toilets

WiFi

Electric hookups

Entertainment

EV charging

Fishing

Games room

Glamping

Kids club

Kids playground

Laundry

Near beach

Near pub

Swimming pool

TV room

W.C. disposal

Facilities include toilet and shower blocks, hairdryers, shaving points, washing up areas and a parent/baby room. A laundry room, EV charging point and ice pack freezing are available too. There is a handy mini mart shop (open 05/04 to 02/11) stocking essentials and groceries.

An outdoor heated swimming pool (open 01/05 to 15/09) and indoor swimming pool (open 01/04 to 30/10) are available. There is also a gym, play park, tennis court and amusement arcade. For a small extra cost, there is a crazy golf course, Segway hire, bingo, craft pottery, Dino Karts and two large fully stocked fishing lakes (rod licence required).

There is a clubhouse with a restaurant, bar, pool table, Sky TV, BT Sport, WiFi and indoor and outdoor seating. Regular live entertainment and bingo are held here too.


Map and address

Park address

Carlton Meres Holiday Park,

Rendham Road, Carlton, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 2QP

Coordinates

52.2322, 1.4628 | TM 36 65

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Carlton Meres Holiday Park is ideal for...

Older children (13+)

Young children


There are 22 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

20 x Camping Pods (Dog Friendly)

Max 4 people

Camping pods with a double bed and bunk bed (bedding can be hired at an extra cost). Includes electric and USB sockets, a small dining table, heating and lighting. Shared toilet and shower facilities are nearby. Dogs welcome.


Aerial of the park and fishing lakes

Seasonal Pitches

These hardstanding seasonal pitches include EHUs, waste disposal points and fresh water points. The pitch size is 6m x 6m.

Aerial of the park and fishing lakes

Holiday Caravans

Max 8 people

These fully equipped homes include one to three bedrooms, a colour TV, gas and electric, double glazing and central heating, plus a fully equipped kitchen. Some models accept pets.

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FAQ

Guests are able to check-in from 4pm until 6pm, if you are going to be delayed please let the site know. Check out is due before 10am.

Yes, up to two dogs are permitted per camping pod, please ensure that dogs are kept on a lead at all times and not left unattended. Breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa are not permitted.

Campfires in fire pits and raised BBQs are permitted, but in dry and hot weather the site may ban them.

The site does not accept group bookings of more than four units, single sex bookings of more than four adults, or single sex bookings of more than two under 25s unless by prior arrangement. Hen and stag parties are also not accepted.

Bedding and towels are not provided but you can hire bedding from the site, please bring your own towels.

Yes, the site has WiFi access.

Yes, there is a mini mart shop that stocks essentials and groceries (open from 05/04 to 02/11).

Yes, there is a clubhouse onsite with a restaurant and bar with indoor and outdoor seating.

You can find the site map here.

There is a bus stop a 30 minute walk away, or there is a train station a five minute drive away.

Yes, EV charging is available at this site.

Yes, there is a quiet policy between 9pm and 8am.


Things to do on site and in the Saxmundham area

There is plenty to enjoy onsite, with facilities including two fishing lakes, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a gym, an arcade and more!

Just 15 minutes away, Framlingham Castle is a must-visit for history lovers. This impressive 12th-century fortress is famous for its towering walls, scenic walks, and fascinating stories, including its links to Mary Tudor.

For wildlife enthusiasts, RSPB Minsmere is just 25 minutes away and one of the best nature reserves in the UK. With a mix of woodland, wetland and beach habitats, it's home to rare birds like avocets and marsh harriers.

If you fancy a trip to the coast, Aldeburgh is 30 minutes away, offering a charming seaside escape. Stroll along the pebble beach, enjoy the fresh sea air, and sample some of the famous fish and chips.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Snape Maltings (10 minutes)
  • The Long Shop Museum (15 minutes)
  • Southwold Maize Maze (20 minutes)
  • National Trust - Sutton Hoo (25 minutes)
  • Southwold Pier (25 minutes)
The listing for Carlton Meres Holiday Park was last updated on April 24th, 2025 at 6:57 AM

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