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4.9(49 reviews)

Cuckoo Fen Campsite

Long Ln, Over, Cambridge CB24 5NE, United Kingdom

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About This Campsite

Cuckoo Fen Campsite

Welcome to Cuckoo Fen Campsite, a serene and tranquil camping destination designed to provide a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Nestled in a quiet and private location, it offers a perfect blend of nature and well-thought-out facilities for a comfortable stay.

Location & Facilities

While the exact address is not provided, the campsite is beautifully situated and offers spacious and flat pitches. The facilities include very clean compost toilets, showers with hot water, and a friendly little shop where campers can purchase essentials such as logs and drinks. The shop operates with an honesty box or convenient online payment. Guests will also find delightful blackberry bushes nearby, making for a perfect natural treat. Moreover, a wood-fired pizza oven becomes operational on Friday evenings, adding a culinary delight to the experience.

Nearby Attractions

Cuckoo Fen Campsite's proximity to a bird reserve offers excellent opportunities for bird watching, and the nearby safe walking paths are ideal for dog owners. Furthermore, a great café in Willingham provides a wonderful spot for breakfast, enhancing the overall camping experience.

Tips for Visitors

  • Be sure to enjoy the safe and scenic walks available in the area.
  • Take advantage of the onsite wood-fired pizza oven for a delicious dinner option.
  • Utilize the help-yourself firepits for a cozy camping experience under the stars.
  • Remember to bring your basic supplies, but rest assured the little shop can support some emergency needs.

Overall Thoughts

Cuckoo Fen Campsite is highly recommended for those looking to unwind and disconnect in a beautiful and well-maintained environment. With its eco-friendly amenities and the dedicated care by the owner, Tim, visitors are sure to have a memorable camping experience. Suitable for a relaxing getaway, this campsite is an excellent choice for nature lovers seeking peace and simplicity.

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Reviews

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Mara Lane

08/24/2024

The campsite was well explained on the website and previous reviews so we knew what to expect and on arrival we were delighted that it met the description. Flat pitches, very clean and tidy, quiet. Well constructed and well thought out facilities, lovely owners. Well stocked blackberry bushes in close proximity. Safe walks for dog. Bird reserve 2min away.

Sarah Langridge

07/24/2024

A very special place to unwind and reconnect after a busy term! Very tranquil site, beautifully set out giving everyone lots of space. Facilities are very clean and well maintained. The little shop and haybales were well appreciated! Help yourself firepits very useful too. Would highly recommend and love to go back!

Kirsty Bramley

06/02/2024

Great eco site and there was actually a cuckoo. The site is private and quiet with good facilities including clean showers with hot water and clean toilets. Great cafe for breakfast in Willingham too. Will definitely stay here again.

Alan Smith

08/29/2023

A perfect campsite. Situated at the end of what can only be described as the world's largest cul-de-sac (!), the location is perfect. Most cars passing were from the campsite, so it was exceptionally quiet. The compost toilets and showers are built to a very high standard and are very clean and looked after. Each pitch has use of a wood burner. Small shop selling logs, drinks etc with an honesty box or simple pay online. Tim, the owner, was very friendly and helpful. We will definitely return as it's one the nicest campsites we've ever stayed on.

Jude Sach

07/14/2023

What a lovely spot! A friendly and super-helpful campsite owner just made it! Simple, relaxed and peaceful site. Composting toilets are clean and well cared for. Excellent showers and a good supply of hot water. Woodfired pizza oven on a Friday evening, little honesty box shop for essentials. Highly recommended if your idea of camping is to switch off and chill out.

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