The Hollies
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- Kessingland site directly on the Suffolk coast
- Three different pitching up areas over 28 acres
- Two new amenities blocks, including disabled and family rooms
Site type
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The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).- Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
Languages spoken
English
This site is a member of The Beeston Group group.
Pitch types & availability
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
6 people maximum 
9/10
348 reviews Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £16
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Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
10 people maximum 9.2/10
188 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 9m depth (81m²)
Arrival daysFrom £18
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Reviews
91% would recommend this site to a friend
87% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite boasts an excellent location right by the beach, with many guests praising the clean facilities and friendly, helpful staff. Pitches are generally spacious and well-maintained. On-site food vans are a popular addition. While most visitors had a positive experience, some noted steep beach access and occasional noise from fellow campers, with a few minor concerns about shower temperature and WiFi availability. Overall, it's a highly recommended spot for a relaxing getaway.
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Friendly welcome with an escort to…
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Friendly welcome with an escort to our pitch.
Pitch m44, level ground without the need for chocs. We was based opposite toilet block and playground. Toilets was cleaned at least 3 times daily, with plenty of space for placing clothes and lovely hot water with push system shower..large Area for moho with water tap available on pitch.
Very busy for the 2 nights we were there and to be fair there were good campers as noise was a minimum, and very quite after 10pm.
Very nice beach available via site..once you went down steps,,harder coming back up.
Lovely fish and chip van on site 4 -8.
Bus stop 3 minute walk to Heathlands campsite. Bus 99 into Lowestoft every 20 minutes, with a 20 minute journey to Lowestoft.
Disliked Nothing on my trip
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As above
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Absolutely awesome campsite. Think my other half was getting bored of me saying how clean toilet/shower block was. Close to the beach ( only 5 minute walk away) but be warned there are 90 steps down onto the beach. Cannot fault this campsite at all, and if you are looking for a break on the Suffolk coast then definitely give The Hollies a look. I only live an hour away but felt I could of been hundreds of miles away. Weather was gorgeous. We will DEFINITELY be back. We'll done all The Hollies team. Richard p.s didn't use WiFi so just put 1 star as I can't comment.
Disliked Leaving
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Nice view , we’ll located .…
Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Nice view , we’ll located .
Disliked Overcrowded!
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Would recommend for a quiet stay!
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Lovely clean site, staff very welcoming, warden especially.
Disliked Limited catering
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Very friendly staff, lovely clean campsite…
Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Very friendly staff, lovely clean campsite and great location
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Stayed here for 4 days in…
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Stayed here for 4 days in August. I might return in the quieter months but would not rush back. Site was clean and fish and chip shop was good,
Disliked To noisy for me and pitches not separated another as people just kept walking past the van,
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Great stay and will definitely stay again very welcoming
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked Lovely stay . Showers and toilet clean and lots of them
Disliked Shame no fish chips monday . Small thing really . Daughter could not get service on phone
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Just back from our second visit here and would deffo return
Electric hardstanding and grass touring pitch
Liked We arrived after the 5pm check in and on our way we had a call from the campsite just checking that we was still coming and making sure we knew where we was going, a few days before our trip we was sent a email with our pitch number and a map.
Nice size pitches.
Nice chippy onsite.
The ice cream van came round the campsite Thursday, Fri and Saturday, I'm assuming this is just for school holidays.
Great location close to the beach and local to morrison, sainsbury's, aldi, B and M and poundland.
Disliked There is two toilet blocks onsite and both always very busy especially in the mornings
but it is school holudays so to be expected. On the day we was leaving, one toilet block there was a que for the only 2 toilets that was working as the rest was blocked
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Absolutely amazing. Well facilitated camp site.…
Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Absolutely amazing. Well facilitated camp site. Toilet blocks cleaned every fay few times and everything replenished. We'd pitch ourselves right on the end at the cliff and view was stunning. Highly recommend. Lots of space for tents, motorhomes and caravans.
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Overall a good spot for a couple of nights.
Seaside non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked A lovely seaside spot! Pitches were quiet and well set out. Facilities were clean. Friendly, helpful staff.
Disliked Could do with more showers and loos especially in morning.
A small shop would have been helpful although supermarkets close.
Coffee truck not open as promised. Would not go for fish and chips.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Beach access 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
Baby-changing facilities 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
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Very large (over 200 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Level site, no steep slopesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point Seasonal pitchesLocation
The Hollies
London Road
Kessingland
Lowestoft
Suffolk
England
NR33 7PQ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.43139°N
1.72108°E
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowestoft (South Of Claremont Pier) | 2.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Lowestoft (North Of Claremont Pier) | 2.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Southwold The Pier | 7.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Southwold The Denes | 7.9 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Gorleston Beach | 9.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Somerleyton Hall and Gardens 6.5 mi
Fritton Lake Country World 8.2 mi
Pleasure Beach 11.3 mi
Framlingham Castle 21.4 mi
BeWILDerwood 22.3 mi
National Trust
Elizabethan House Museum 12 mi
Horsey Windpump 22.1 mi
Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 24.7 mi
Sutton Hoo 28.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Mutford - Carlton Colville - Barnby - Mutford 2.6 mi
Carlton Colville 2.8 mi
BELLE VUE PARK 4.2 mi
North Cove 4.4 mi
Gunton 5.3 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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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Hollies have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Hollies dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Hollies? The Hollies is in a spiffing location to get to the best of Suffolk, Norfolk, the countryside and the Broads for a bit of whatever you fancy in boating, fishing, hiking, rainy … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Hollies?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Hollies? From £16 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.