FAQ

Are there any extra charges for anything?

No, £28 per pitch for up to three people in a tent includes everything. £22 charge for cyclists with tiny lightweight one man backpacker’s tents. No extra charge for dogs, visitors, hot showers, loan of fire pit and/or bbq (subject to availability), the use of local maps and information about local amenities, and loan of books. The only things we charge for are logs, at £8 a crate, and charcoal for the barbecue – our own, made on site – at £5 per bucket.

Is there parking on site?

Yes there is a designated parking area. There are plenty of wheelbarrows available to transport your belongings to your chosen site. Cars must be left in the car park at all times, we cannot allow campers to drive to their pitch to leave or collect their belongings.

Are children allowed?

Sorry no, we are an adult only site. We do not have a specific age limit, so please speak to Jen if you are considering whether you can bring a young teenager.

Can we have a camp fire or a BBQ?

Yes, you can borrow a fire bowl from us to make your camping experience extra special! There are a couple of areas where we do not allow fires but it is fine in most places. You must use a fire bowl stand as provided, and obviously we expect our guests to be sensible and responsible. Only logs bought from us can be used on campfires. BBQs can be borrowed at no extra charge – please leave them clean and as you would wish to find them. Logs and charcoal are available to buy on site. PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ALLOW DISPOSABLE BARBECUES. There are fire buckets scattered around the site, fire extinguishers and fire beaters in the Elephant Shed. We reserve the right to disallow fires if the conditions are not favourable.

Are dogs allowed?

Yes, we welcome a few well behaved dogs of any size on site as long as they are kept under control on a lead or on a tie-out at all times (maximum two dogs per tent please, but preferably just one!) Please note the word ‘quiet’! We can all be tolerant of our own dogs ‘talking’ to us, barking or yapping when someone is around, but please remember some dogs are very territorial and they don’t like strangers intruding on ‘their patch’! This can be very irritating for other campers, so please be considerate. Our aim is to provide a quiet, laid-back environment where campers can relax. So please take into consideration whether other people would enjoy your dog being there as much as you would. When in doubt err on the side of courtesy! There are many local footpaths which are just perfect for dog walking. Please inform us when booking if you would like to bring your dog – we do have a maximum number. A ‘doggy bin’ is provided so you can help us keep the site clean and hygienic.

Do you take groups?

No, we do not take groups of more than four people – and no more than three people per tent.

What facilities are available?

Free parking, ladies and gents well equipped toilets and showers with round the clock hot water, rubbish re-cycling, wash-up area, BBQs and fire baskets to borrow, (no extra charge). Logs and charcoal made on site, are available to buy. We reserve the right to limit the use of fire bowls when conditions are not suitable.

There are two large outside sinks for dirty dishes. Picnic tables and benches are available throughout the site. There is also the Elephant Shed, where you can be under cover and sit round the woodburner in the unlikely event of inclement weather! There are three stand pipes for water throughout the site and all water on site is drinkable.

There are no electric hook ups, however there are electric points in the Elephant Shed which you are welcome to use to re-charge your phone, or to blow up inflatable mattresses. Please do not use them to charge electric cool boxes or other large items. In the Elephant Shed there is a fridge for campers to use, and an electric kettle and hair drier in the ladies shower block.

 There is a small campsite shop and major supermarkets are just ten minutes drive away. There is a bus service from Newbourne to Felixstowe and Woodbridge but please note it runs only once or twice a day!

What do I need to bring?

Most importantly a good torch and spare batteries. There is very little electric lighting on site and no street lights in the village. There is a fridge for campers’ use but when the site is busy fridge space can be limited. It is important that you keep all your fridge items in one of the bags provided ,which must be marked with your name and the date. Anything not marked will be discarded as we have no way of knowing how long it has been stored. * Insect repellent is a must – bugs like the woods too! *

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in for camping is after 12 midday on your day of arrival and check-out is by midday on your day of departure. However do speak to us if you would like to arrive early or leave later, we can usually accommodate any special requests. Check in for cabins is from 2pm, and departure by 11am

What is the latest time we can arrive?

As a general rule 8pm is the latest we can accept arrivals. It is important that you arrive early enough so you can pitch your tent before it becomes dark. There is no lighting on the site – or street lights in the village – so it is disturbing to other people if you are trying to pitch a tent with the light of lamps and torches. Please speak to Jen if you think this is going to be a problem.

Please phone us (01473 736201) or email (newbournecampsite@icloud.com) with any other questions; we will be happy to talk to you.