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Single Axle Caravan - XL Electric Grass Pitches Aug 2023 We enjoyed our stay very much. We will be visiting again.
Site's response
So good to hear that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
What a great site
Single Axle Caravan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Jul 2023 This was our very first caravan site experience. What an experience.
From our arrival to departure everything was made so easy. There is ample space between pitches, drinking water points were at an easy walking stance from our pitch (Laurel) and the toilets/showers/chemical waste areas were exceedingly clean and tidy. Nothing was too much effort for the very friendly, polite and knowledgeable staff who went out of their way to help us.
We liked this site so much, we have taken advantage of the caravan storage facility which is completely covered and very secure. As I mentioned earlier, this was first time pulling a caravan, but with the 'vans being stored at angles, parking was made that much easier. It was during Storm Antoni when we were putting our van in storage, so poor Marie got drenched, but with great aplomb, she just chuckled and "got on with it". Thanks Marie, you did a great job.
If you are finding it difficult to find a peaceful, pleasant and enjoyable location, you won't go far wrong in choosing Applewood Countryside Park. There is a 15 acre field for dog walkers, adjoined by a woods area and the dogs are free to run "off the lead" in both these areas, just be sensible and be aware "others" may be also walking their dog/s. There are dog "waste" areas strategically located around the site with ample general waste areas also dotted around the area. The showers/toilets/chemical waste areas are second to none and extremely clean and very well tended.
Okay, it is out of the way, but isn't this what we look for, peace and quiet, pure bliss. For animal lovers, Banham Zoo adjoins Applewood and is extremely accessible. There is a great Fish and Chip (take note though - cash only) shop with a One Stop store almost opposite the site, and is well stocked. You won't be disappointed, if you are then there is something wrong with you.
Enjoy it, we did!
Site's response
Thank you for taking the time to write such a glowing 5 star review.
It was lovely to meet you, your wife and dog last week. It sounds like you had fun wandering around the campsite and checking out the Fish and Chip shop and Onestop shop opposite in the Appleyard. You didn't mention the pub and butcher, so I hope that you didn't miss these as the butcher does tasty bacon rolls and an array of yummy cakes.
We were really pleased that we could help with storing your caravan and promise to look out to it until you return.
Look forward to seeing you again soon.
Clean, friendly campsite in a beautiful setting
VW-Type Campervan - XL Electric Grass Pitches Jul 2023 We had a warm welcome and great explanation of facilities and area.
Pitch was very spacious, not too far from the toilets and showers which were very clean. The only little gripe was that we were not pitched next door to our friends (which was requested at the time of booking), only in the same bay.
We would love to return though and would highly recommend you.
Site's response
Many thanks for your lovely 5 star review. It was lovely to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and would like to return.
We try our hardest to ensure that we pitch friends next to each, so I can only apologise that we were unable to do this on this occasion due to other bookings.
We look forward to welcoming you and our guests back soon..
Satisfactory amenities and quiet
Motorhome - XL Electric Hardstanding Touring Pitches Jun 2023 Returned from a good weekend at this site, good facilities and local amenities within walking distance, as well as good size pitches.
Only criticism is that emptying grey waste could be better than just removing a cap off the pipe, and if you place a waste tube into the pipe. However, due to the lowness of the motorhome not all grey waste emptied out. Would suggest a grate over the area- would be ideal, so just emptying in a drain.
After speaking to the warden, changes are being made in the future.
Site's response
Thank you for taking the time to review our Park.
I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and would like to thank you for your feedback on our motorhome, grey water waste disposal system. We appreciate this is not suitable for every motorhome but we do also have a ride over drain that can be used in the adjoining behind the reception carpark. When you are next on site if you let me know, I will happily come and show you where this is.
Look forward to seeing you again soon.
Outstanding
Medium Tent - Electric Grass Pitches May 2023 From the warm welcome we received, we were blown away by Applewood, an absolutely lovely caravan and camping site. All the facilities were spotless and open all day. You won't be disappointed by the showers, your own private room with a powerful shower. You have the zoo, shops, butchers and chip shop with a lovely walk to the red lion pub, about 2.6 miles... a little gem of a site, we will be going back as soon as we can.
Site's response
Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review. I was pleased to hear that you found our facilities spotlessly clean and I will feed this good news back to our Housekeeping staff.
Since your stay we now also have the Garden House public house re-opened under new management about a mile down the road, so another little gem for you to discover next time you stay.
We look forward to welcoming you again soon.
Pleasant stay Single Axle Caravan - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Apr 2023 Busy site, especially over the Easter holidays.
Facilities were excellent although only one sink for dishwasher. The large pitches with hardstanding and electric hook-up were very good. Although, the back field seemed over crowded. If booking, I would suggest you ask for the main field.
Dog walking area should be a fenced area as some people didn't pick up dog mess and as a dog owner, this did make me angry. This field is used also for children to play on. Concerned that there were no security barriers as anyone could access the site and walk onto the site.
On the whole, a pleasant stay, but if coming to Norfolk again we would stay somewhere else as this site is miles from anywhere so we ended up doing lots of driving.
Site's response
Many thanks for taking the time to write us a review.
Your feedback had been valuable and will certainly taken onboard.
We were pleased to hear that you had a pleasant stay and should you wish to come again, please let me know and I will happily arrange for you to stay on the main park.
Although we only have one washing up sink in Laurel Meadow, we do have two outside sinks and another indoor sink on the main park (just around the corner) and you are very welcome to use them as well.
I was sad to hear that you found dog mess on Grove Meadow, as we have got dog bins installed round the entire park and they are emptied regularly. Majority of our guests who have got dogs are responsible dog owners and pick up after their dogs, but unfortunately you always get the odd one who doesn't so I can only apologise for this.
Although we do not have a security barrier upon the entrance we do have CCTV and a Park Warden just inside the entrance. Again this might be something that we can consider for the future.
I do hope that you will return and I look forward to meeting you if you do.
Once again thank you for your feedback.
Perfect location
Single Axle Caravan - XL Electric Grass Pitches Mar 2023 A warm welcome received upon check in by a lovely, friendly member of staff. Facilities were great and the toilets and shower facilities were immaculate. Excellent dog walking area and a wonderful pub, butchers, garden centre and shop a stones throw away.
Would highly recommend and definitely consider another stay.
Site's response
Many thanks for taking the time to write a lovely review.
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our facilities spotless. It was great that you went over the road and found the shop, take away, butchers, pub and garden centre as they are all very popular with our staff and guests. I love the butchers and would be lost without my bacon, brie and cranberry sauce baps!
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Great place
Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Feb 2023 First time on site, the staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
Great place near the zoo, a garden centre, lovely butchers, a pub and a convenience store.
Lovely clean site, will definitely visit again.
Site's response
Many thanks for taking the time to write us a lovely 5* review.
I was glad to hear that you found our Park clean and the staff friendly and helpful.
We are lucky to have the Zoo right next door and lovely local amenities opposite so I was pleased to hear that you found them and enjoyed them.
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Perfect location, great facilities and very friendly staff
Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding Pitches Nov 2022 Lovely short stay with friendly helpful, staff - a really lovely, well thought out site. It has great facilities, even floor heated shower areas! It is in a beautiful, quiet location for a short getaway or an ideal base for staying longer.
We will definitely be back!
Site's response
Many thanks for taking the time to write us a lovely 5 star review.
As a small family run Park, we pride ourselves in ensuring that we offer our guests good quality, clean facilities along with excellent customer service.
I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and will definitely be back.
We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Our stay
Motorhome - Electric Grass Pitches Nov 2022 The only problem was finding our way in! It was very dark when we arrived so would have liked better lighting at the entrance. The site was very tidy and clean. The wardens were helpful and pleasant. Would have liked to stay longer.
Site's response
Thanks for taking the time to write us a review.
So glad to hear that you found the Park clean, tidy and the staff helpful.
We appreciate your comments on the lighting at the entrance and will look into this further.
We look forward to seeing you again soon.
