Knowle Donkey Sanctuary Certificated Location

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Meet the residents
Meet the residents
New fencing between pitches with young laurel hedging. the soil bank has been seeded with grass and
Neatly kept pitches
Peaceful pitches surrounded by greenery
Visitor image of a very friendly donkeys
Neat gravel hardstanding and grass pitch
Newly planted hedges
Soil bund being shaped ready for seeding
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New fencing between pitches with young laurel hedging. the soil bank has been seeded with grass and
Neatly kept pitches
Peaceful pitches surrounded by greenery

  • CAMC members-only site at Knowle Donkey Sanctuary in the West Midlands
  • NEC 15 minutes’ drive and family-friendly Warwick Castle 20 minutes
  • Animals to meet; pub five minutes’ walk and shops five minutes’ drive
Ssssh, don’t let the kids get wind of it, but if you stay at Knowle Donkey Sanctuary Certificated Location, a Caravan and Motorhome Club members-only campsite on a farm 10 minutes’ drive from Solihull in the West Midlands, they’ll get to spend lots of time sharing cuddles with the furry residents at the namesake sanctuary. Along with donkey hugs, at this site (new in 2024 and still maturing; all the basics are in place, including water, Elsan points, recycling and visitor information), you also get neatly maintained gravel and grass pitches with countryside views. There’s also a dedicated dog run, so Fido can join you on your adventures, and free-range eggs and honey from the farm’s hives are for sale on site too (that’s breakfast taken care of then). Barbecues are allowed at the pitches, and there are supermarkets in Knowle and Dorridge (both five minutes’ drive) for picking up provisions; Solihull (10 minutes) is the nearest place for major shopping sprees. If you don’t fancy cooking alfresco, there’s a food pub adjacent to the Birmingham Canal about five minutes’ walk away. The site couldn’t be easier to get to, being less than 10 minutes from Junction 5 of the M42, and only 10 miles from Junction 15 of the M40. Please note: this site is under development and the owners will do everything they can to minimise disturbance to guests while improving the facilities. Also, there is some traffic noise from the A4141 at peak times, but it’s quiet at night.

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 5
Motorhome pitches 5
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Tents are not accepted at this park.
  • This site only accepts bookings from existing Caravan and Motorhome Club members: please provide your membership number in the 'Special requests' box when booking.
  • Electricity is metered on site at £0.38 per kWh and must be paid at check-out.

Languages spoken

English

Reviews

9

Overall rating based on 33 reviews View breakdown

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Good location for a short stay.

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 8
Wifi No rating
Andrew H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch (members only)

Liked: Large level hard standing pitches with a tap and electric hook up on each. Easy walk to canal side pub or Knowle shops. Nice to watch the Donkeys and other animals from your pitch.

Disliked: Road and aircraft noise could be an issue at busy times. Around the pitches needed grass cutting and a tidy up. More recycling bins needed.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site, loved the donkeys will be back :)

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch (members only)

Liked: The pitches were a great size, plenty of room with both gravel and grass surfaces and very level too. The Donkeys were gorgeous and great to watch too! Electricity was extra, we didn't use it as we have solar. The welcome was warm and we really enjoyed our stay. We will be back.

Disliked: There was some noise from the road, didn't really bother us though.

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Good for our overnight stay,

Overall 6/10
Location 6
Value for money 8
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 4
Customer service 2
Child friendliness 6
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 6
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch (members only)

Liked: A lot of work has gone into this site but it’s still a work in progress. The pitches are really generous but we found it difficult to sort out the electric supply as we had trouble setting up the app and gave up. The rescue donkeys were charming,
Convenient location for onward travel. Great pub nearby.

Disliked: Some road noise.
Had difficulty in setting up app to get electricity so gave up

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Wouldn’t hesitate to to stay again

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 8
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Mick M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch (members only)

Liked: Great little site,Very friendly staff

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Simple stop over type site.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Julie H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch (members only)

Liked: Simple site, with electric hook-up and water at pitch, which is obviously being upgraded. Huge pitches! Friendly owner. Donkeys in the next field a huge plus! Road noise was minimal, especially at night. Pub nearby.

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Excellent site level large pitches.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Paul G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch (members only)

Liked: Seeing and interacting with the donkey’s was great. Talking with one of the main volunteers showed the passion and knowledge of the donkeys needs.

Disliked: Road a bit noisy but every thing else made up for it

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site, ideal location for NEC and other places nearby.

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Tom D. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch (members only)

Liked: Loved the size of the pitches, serviced water, flexibility and the views.

Disliked: It is right next to a busy road and the electric is metered but you don't need a lot.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Site is pleasant.

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 8
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities No rating
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 6
Wifi 10
Kim W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch (members only)

Liked: Flat level pitches. Nice wide gravelled pitches.
View looking over fields.
Nice restaurant/pub just 15 mins walk away. We have been here before and you can see the developments that the site is undergoing. Site has WiFi which is charged for.

Disliked: Unfortunately, our pitch had a few dog messes on it. A black Labrador suddenly appeared on day one. Dog was friendly enough but our old dog got a bit worried.
The road noise was very evident as the site is on quite a busy main road.
Electricity is metered. Doesn't seem as if you get what remains on the meter returned.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Will be even better when there is some facilities with toilets showers

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 6
Debbie S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch (members only)

Liked: Loved the whole farm intimate setting and the donkeys. Friendly owners.

Disliked: Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site in a great location

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Dave T. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch (members only)

Liked: Excellent wide pitches, very close to the motorway, nice walks nearby and lovely to see the donkeys too. Easy access to water, grey and elsen facilities.

Disliked: End pitch was very water logged including around the EHU, not easy to setup and not walk mess into the van.

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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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Level site, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Knowle Donkey Sanctuary Certificated Location

Warwick Road

Knowle

Birmingham

West Midlands

England

B93 0EE

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.37669°N
-1.72657°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.3 mi B'ham Airport Bus Terminal
6.6 mi Holiday Inn
6.6 mi Shops
Rail
1.2 mi Dorridge Rail Station
2.4 mi Lapworth Rail Station
2.4 mi Widney Manor Rail Station
Airport
5.2 mi Birmingham International Airport Terminal 2
5.3 mi Birmingham International Airport Terminal 1
5.3 mi Birmingham International 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

After you’ve all stopped fussing the donkeys, local bucket-list attractions include the spectacular and family-friendly Warwick Castle (20 minutes’ drive), with jousting sessions, raptor flying displays and live shows re-enacting major events in British history. Other attractions with a heritage slant include the National Trust properties of Baddesley Clinton, where you can tour Elizabethan interiors, or Packwood House (both 10 minutes), a Tudor mansion with an exquisite topiary garden. And of course, Shakespeare’s birthplace of Stratford-upon-Avon is only half an hour away by car for performances at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and visits to the bard’s birthplace. The National Exhibition Centre (15 minutes) is host to year-round fairs and festivals, while petrolheads can spend time admiring the British bikes on display at the National Motorcycle Museum (10 minutes). And after all that culture, if your kids are asking for more time with furry creatures, Hatton Country World (also 10 minutes) has a petting farm as well as dinosaur trails and soft-play for toddlers.

Must see

National Motorcycle Museum 4.8 mi

National Exhibition Centre 5.3 mi

Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden 5.7 mi

Stoneleigh Abbey 8.4 mi

Warwick Castle 8.5 mi

National Trust

Baddesley Clinton 2.1 mi

Packwood House 2.2 mi

Birmingham Back to Backs 9.9 mi

Kinwarton Dovecote 11.9 mi

Charlecote Park 12.8 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

PACKWOOD HOUSE 2.2 mi

Balsall Common to Fen End Circular 2.5 mi

BADDESLEY CLINTON HALL 2.5 mi

Kingswood - Packwood House 2.7 mi

Baddesley Clinton and Haywood Circular 3.1 mi

Local events

  • Fairport's Cropredy Convention (Thursday 7 August 2025 – Thursday 7 August 2025)

    Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire 25.1 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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Knowle Donkey Sanctuary Certificated Location have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Knowle Donkey Sanctuary Certificated Location dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Knowle Donkey Sanctuary Certificated Location? After you’ve all stopped fussing the donkeys, local bucket-list attractions include the spectacular and family-friendly Warwick Castle (20 minutes’ drive), with jousting sessions, raptor flying displays and live shows re-enacting major events … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Knowle Donkey Sanctuary Certificated Location?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Knowle Donkey Sanctuary Certificated Location? From £25 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.