Ketsby Lake Campsite
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- Peaceful South Ormsby Estate site a 15-minute drive from Louth
- Sandilands and the coast 25 minutes’ drive; Lincoln 50 minutes
- Fishing lake with brown trout; dogs welcome; pub a 10-minute walk away
If you want your holiday money to go towards sustainable initiatives for the environment and the local community, consider staying at Ketsby Lake Campsite. A 15-minute drive from Louth, Ketsby Lake sits within the Lincolnshire Wolds National Landscape, surrounded by stunning hills, peaceful rural landscapes and pretty stone villages.
As well as non-electric low-impact grass pitches, the site comes with eco-conscious amenities such as composting toilets. There are also showers and a washing-up area. But the highlight of the site might be its spring-fed fishing lake, with quiet banks where anglers (and their dogs) might spend a few hours waiting for wild brown trout to bite or just making the most of the tranquil setting.
If fish don’t bite (or even if they do), you might have to head to the pub for dinner: luckily, the nearest watering hole is just half a mile away (10 minutes’ walk down a country lane), and it serves locally sourced food and well-poured pints.
There are miles of walking trails and cycling routes to explore within the estate, or you can head to Rigsby Wood - Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust (10 minutes’ drive), an area of ancient woodland with seasonal carpets of bluebells and wild orchids; or to Red Hill Nature Reserve (15 minutes), where colourful butterflies dart around among the wildflowers. Dogs are not allowed at either site, so if that’s a deal-breaker, make for the coast and National Trust - Sandilands (25 minutes). Due to the presence of nesting birds, though, you’ll still have to keep your canine buddy on a lead.
Site type
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Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Tue, 8 Jul to
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearbyLocation
Ketsby Lake Campsite
Ketsby
Louth
Lincolnshire
England
LN11 8QW
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.27045°N
0.05208°E
Nearest transport
Coach7 mi Bus Station
8.2 mi Interchange Shelter
8.9 mi Parish Hall
Rail11.9 mi Thorpe Culvert Rail Station
13.7 mi Wainfleet Rail Station
14.2 mi Havenhouse Rail Station
Ferry
Airport27.2 mi Humberside Airport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Whether you want to brave the North Sea waters for a swim, explore the coastline by canoe or face your fears on the thrill rides at Skegness Pleasure Beach, there’s plenty to do in Skegness (25 minutes’ drive). You might also want to visit the Natureland Seal Sanctuary, or check out the monster truck events at Skegness Raceway.
One of the most popular attractions in Cleethorpes (40 minutes) is the Coast Light Railway, with a steam locomotive on a narrow-gauge track that circles a lake (where you can hire pedal and rowing boats). At Cleethorpes Country Park, your dog can have a splash in a designated canine swimming area.
The university city of Lincoln (50 minutes) is renowned for its medieval cathedral and for Lincoln Castle, which houses a copy of the Magna Carta. Both structures were built by order of William the Conqueror in the 11th century. Afterwards, take a stroll up Steep Hill, a cobbled lane lined with independent shops.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton-On-Sea | 10 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Mablethorpe Town | 10.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Moggs Eye | 11 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Anderby | 11.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Chapel St Leonards | 12.3 mi | Sea | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Lincoln Cathedral 24.5 mi
Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace 24.5 mi
Lincoln Castle 24.6 mi
National Trust
Gunby Hall Estate: Monksthorpe Chapel 8.7 mi
Gunby Hall 8.7 mi
Tattershall Castle 15.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Belleau - Swaby - Belleau 2.2 mi
Tetford Village 2.6 mi
Bag Enderby - Tetford - Salmonby - Somersby Circular 3.1 mi
Bag Enderby - Somersby - Stainsby - Hagworthingham 3.1 mi
HARRINGTON HALL 3.2 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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- Does Ketsby Lake Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Ketsby Lake Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Ketsby Lake Campsite? Whether you want to brave the North Sea waters for a swim, explore the coastline by canoe or face your fears on the thrill rides at Skegness Pleasure Beach, there’s plenty to … Read more
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Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Ketsby Lake Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.