Tuesday 5 August 2008

ORCHARDS - BRIDGWATER [85]



Saturday 26th July – Wednesday 30th July 2008

When you leave the A39 and make the final approach to this CL you get a strong feeling of anticipation. The narrow roads presented no problems, there is very little traffic, however if you do meet something coming in the opposite direction there are plenty of passing places. The site is full of character; set in a mature orchard, the friendly owners were on hand to point me in the direction of the pitch they wanted me to use. This is necessary as length determines which pitch is best suited for your unit, and they always ask for details when you book so as the correct pitch can be allocated to your needs.

There is a toilet and shower block which doubles as an information room with a folder showing details of local attractions. The showers are free and one feature that is unusual on a CL is the provision of a washing machine [only the second I have come across on a CL] and that is also free. [You can make a donation to a local charity if you wish].

The nearest pub is about 1 mile away on the A39 with plenty of other hostelries which serve food within easy driving distance. Nearby Bridgwater has shops and supermarkets to fulfil all needs. Didn’t spot any bus stops in the local vicinity; however Bob the CL owner told me he has in the past ferried motorhome owners to bus stops a little further afield.

Analogue TV good
Digital signal available

£10.00 per night

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Good luck on the rest of your travels, it was good to meet you and hear your stories. The family and other animals say Hi!
Bob