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Little Acre Camping Reviews

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would recommend

Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria

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Whether you're exploring the Dales or the Lakes, Little Acre Camping is ideal - only a 15 minute drive from both. Relax in the tent here and take the pooch for a stroll by the peaceful Lancaster Canal (just adjacent to site) or hop on a convenient bus to Kendal or Kirkby Lonsdale (both 15 minutes away). Just across the road, about a five minute walk away is the popular dog friendly Crooklands Hotel, with a bar and very good food served all day.

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229 reviews

99%

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Brilliant, small camping site

James H

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2023

This site is really nice. The camping field is not huge, but its a decent size. It is very close to the M6 and the A590, so very good connections to major roads and of course, the gateway to the Lake District. Owner Paul was fantastic and very helpful. He also introduced us to himself and what facilities there were around the site. A new toilet, shower and laundry block has been built near the camping ground, where it has excellent and very clean facilities. You are also within a few minutes walk away from the Crooklands pub and hotel, which we tried one evening, and had an excellent meal and local ales on offer. Overall, we really enjoyed this place, its got very clean and well looked after grounds and facilities, very welcoming and good links by road to the motorway and roads into the Lake District, would definitely come again.

Site's response

Thank you for staying with us and leaving such a lovely review, James. Even at the busiest times of the year, we don't "overfill" the tent field, as we always want people to have plenty of space and be comfortable. Hopefully on your next visit, the weather will be kinder and less Cumbrian! Paul.

Beautiful site

Nicola M

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Large Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2023

We had a lovely weekend at Little Acre, such a pleasant, clean site.

Site's response

It was lovely to host you, Nicola. Thank you for staying with us and bringing some lovely weather with you! Paul.

Little Acre is a little gem

Gemma C

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2023

Amazing weekend away. Paul was awesome! Super clean and tidy site. Couldn't get in at Crooklands for food but we did go to The Plough which is about 2 miles away and that was perfect. We'll be booking again soon! Thank you 😊

Site's response

Fingers crossed that the weather stays kind and I can host you again this season, Gemma. Paul

Great stay

Matthew H

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Medium Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2023

Polite and friendly host. Excellent showers and toilets in the new block, very clean throughout and good toiletries supplied. Great location for accessing South Western/Central Lake District or North/Eastern Yorkshire Dales. Excellent pub over the road to top it off.

Site's response

Thank you for staying with us and leaving a lovely review for others to see, Matthew. I knew that you were doing a lot whilst staying with us, but didn't realise that you were doing as much as that! Paul

Beautiful campsite

Georgina M

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2023

Me and my partner booked a stay here very last minute... the owner was very welcoming and explained where everything is on the site. It was a very beautiful site from everything from the pitches to the location and facilities. Can tell the owner takes pride and care in making sure it's kept to a high standard. The value for money is amazing. Me and my partner were both amazed with the toilet and shower facilities, probably the best ones we have seen on a campsite. We will definitely be coming back in the future.

Site's response

Thank you for staying with us, Georgina. It would be lovely to host you again in the future. Paul & Sarah

Fantastic campsite!

Sarah C

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Large Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2023

Absolutely amazing little campsite. It isn't overcrowded, the owner is absolutely delightful and texted me when he was out to make sure we got there at the right times etc. The facilities are by far the best I've ever had at a campsite! They're even better than my gym ones! The pub is a stones throw away (bonus), and they serve fab drinks on an evening that don't cost an arm and leg. Couldn't ask for more - we will be back!

Site's response

We're hugely fortunate at Little Acre to have so many returning customers and it would be lovely for you to become another one of them, Sarah. Paul.

Great place to stay

Matthew H

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Large Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2023

Definitely recommend. Owners and facilities are excellent.

Site's response

Cheers Matthew. I'm glad that your pioneering trip went so well for you both. Paul

Excellent site

David S

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Medium Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2023

Very nice site with excellent ambience, facilities, cleanliness, upkeep and all round appeal. Highly recommended. Beautiful location. Adjacent to Lancaster Canal for walks and 3 minutes walk to an excellent pub. Easy access to M6 junction 36. No issues at all, except the dark wooden beams placed along the edge of the grassed tent pitch area to deter turning motorhomes from encroaching onto the grass. These are invisible in the dark and pose a trip hazard for the unwary when visiting the toilet block.

Site's response

Thank you for rating Little Acre as 5*'s and recommending us on Campsites.co.uk, David. Paul

1 night stay

Allyson H

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2023

Gorgeous site, but lots of traffic noise from 2 busy roads and the motorway. Very friendly and helpful owner! Great for dogs.

Site's response

Thank you for recommending us on Campsites.co.uk, Allyson. Your stay coincided with the build up to the Westmorland County Show, which is located just a quarter of a mile from us and is one the most popular agricultural shows in the North West - away from when the County Show is on, the site is a peaceful place to be! Paul.

Little Acres, but big on service

Dan S

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Medium Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2023

First class service, friendly and attentive. Perfect cleanliness and well presented. Only issue for us was traffic noise, which was a problem we hadn't thought about. Trying to get away from all that and ended up closer as we live away from any motorways! Unfortunately, it was a perfect campsite but in a noisy area.

Site's response

I'm glad that your visit at Little Acre was a success, Dan. Your stay coincided with the build-up to the Westmorland County Show, which is located just a quarter of a mile from us and is one the most popular agricultural shows in the North West. Away from when the County Show is on, the site is a peaceful place to be! Paul.

Lovely, tidy, peaceful campground

Bridget S

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Medium Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2023

Friendly staff, clean facilities, scenic canal walk across the road, and local pub. Great place to stay!

Site's response

Thank you for staying with us Bridget and leaving such a lovely review. I'm glad that things worked so well for you. Paul

Great weekend

Craig F

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Large Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2023

Just spent a long weekend at Little Acre. The owner was nice and friendly and showed us to our pitch with explanations of the site and local area. The site is well kept and clean, and the new shower block is to a high standard. 20p coins for the shower at 3 minutes each, which is more than enough, unless you have a good head of hair to wash, so may need 2 x 20p but complimented with free shower gel, shampoo etc. Crookland pub on the doorstep for good food, but best to book to ensure a table as it gets busy. The canal is right outside the site for walks, or a short drive to the little villages nearby or Kendal a touch further. Loved this short break and the weather was amazing. If you have kids that want to play footie etc. be mindful if the site is busy, as there is limited space but plenty to do offsite. Many thanks for a great weekend.

Site's response

Thank you for staying with us and leaving such a comprehensive review of your stay, Craig. Paul.

Little Acre

Campbell S

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

Great little campsite with beautiful, clean facilities. Nice canal walks and a pub across the road.

Site's response

Thank you for staying with us Campbell and rating us at 5*s on Campsites.co.uk. Paul.

Our stay

Stuart O

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Medium Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

Very friendly site with clean and helpful staff.

Site's response

Thank you, Stuart. I'm glad that your stay with us went so well for you. Paul.

Lovely place

Garry H

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Large Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

Really, nice place to be very quiet. Toilets, showers, and facilities were all spotless.

Site's response

Thank you for the lovely review Garry - I'm glad that your stay went so well for you. Paul

Great facilities

Lisa B

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

Great camping field close to shower block, laundry and washing up area. Newly refurbed, clean, great showers! Local pub close by is nice, and great access to local areas. Greeted by friendly host too.

Site's response

It sounds like you had a really good stay with us at Little Acre, Lisa - I'm glad that you enjoyed the new waterfall shower in the shower block! Paul.

Amazing family campsite

William S

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Large Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

Amazing family campsite with newly refurbished shower blocks, ideally located for the Dales and the Lakes. Friendly and warm welcome to the site, I would definitely be staying there again.

Site's response

Thank you for the lovely review on Campsites.co.uk, William and I'm glad that you enjoyed your stay at Little Acre. The new shower, loo, laundry and washup block took an age to build, but now that it is open, it's lovely! Paul.

Great site

Paul H

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Large Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

Great location and close to a really good pub/restaurant and a lovely canal to go for a walk. The campsite was well maintained and wasn't over crowded. The new shower/toilet block were great and very clean. We would definitely stay again.

Site's response

I'm happy to read that your camping trip at Little Acre went so well for you, Paul. I don't overfill the tent field, as I want people to enjoy themselves and become repeat customers for years to come! Paul.

Good location and made to feel very welcome

Anthony P

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Large Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

We were initially greeted by a very friendly gentleman who gave us a brief overview of the campsite, exactly what was needed when arriving. The site was on the edge of the lake district however this worked perfectly for us. The facilities were in excellent condition and very clean. Thank you for an enjoyable stay!

Site's response

Thank you for staying with us Anthony and recommending us on Campsites.co.uk.

Fabulous stay, location and cleanliness

Christopher M

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Large Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

This was our first tenting holiday and we were spoilt. The location was great just off M6, the shower, toilet and washing up facilities were so clean and had so much space. Paul was so helpful recommending a nice canal walk and was around the site if we needed any assistance. Will definitely return and recommend.

Site's response

Thank you Christopher. It would be lovely to welcome you as a returning customer in the future. Paul

Great campsite

Helen K

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Medium Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

Had a fabulous stay camping with electric hook up at Little Acre. Campsite is quiet, easy to find from M6, lovely location and warm welcome from owner on arrival. Pitch was generous, facilities immaculate and lovely walks along the canal for our dog. Easy access to so many local attractions by car and also walking including the shop at the local garage and the pub across the road. Complimentary Wi-Fi was a bonus. Would definitely stay here again.

Site's response

Thank you for staying with us, Helen, and leaving such a comprehensive review of us! It would be lovely to host you again another time. Paul.

Great stay

Mike C

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

Really flexible and accommodating, great facilities block by the camping field and if you don’t fancy cooking the pub over the road does great food. Brilliant for both the Lakes and Yorkshire Dales.

Site's response

Thank you for your "great stay" with us Mike - I'm glad that it went well for you. Paul

Two night stay

David H

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Medium Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

Simply cannot fault the campsite, the set up or the staff at all. If you asked me to say at least one negative comment then I'd decline. The location is ideal, close to everything you need. The welcome was great, the facilities were superb and the new shower and laundry block would rival a 4-star hotel. We will definitely stay again.

Site's response

Thank you for the lovely review of your stay at Little Acre, David. I hope that your future visit goes just as well. Paul.

Great campsite

Sonia H

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

Great campsite with excellent facilities. Lancaster Canal just across from the campsite great for walking & kayaking. Crooklands Inn nearby lovely food. All in all I would recommend this campsite & hope to come again.

Site's response

Thank you for staying with us, Sonia - & rating us at 5* and recommending us on Campsites.co.uk. Paul

Amazing

Lauren F

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Large Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2023

Lovely site, quiet and clean and the site owner was lovely. Close to lovely pubs, shops and lots of nice walks. Will definitely be staying here again in the future.

Site's response

Thank you for staying with us Lauren and rating us as 5*'s . It would be lovely to host you all again in the future. Paul