Billing Aquadrome

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Aerial view
The river
Swimming pool
Camping area

  • Pet-friendly site on 235 acres of parkland
  • Half an hour's drive from Silverstone
  • Fishing lakes, bars and restaurants
What a whopper of a site. Award-winning activity and fishing centre Billing Aquadrome is a couple of miles from Great Billing in Northamptonshire and set over 235 acres of green parkland and lakes. With so much to do around its grounds, it's likely that you'll want to stay put here for your entire trip… and if you do desire to speed off somewhere, Silverstone is only half an hour's drive away. The site is set an aquadrome surrounded by water, so it has fishing lakes of varying sizes and depths where avid anglers can cast off for carp and common mirror carp, catfish, pike, roach, bream, tench and rudd. Bring along your own fishing kit and an up-to-date licence, and buy a fishing ticket from the team if you want to try your luck. Away from the water, the many other facilities include bars and restaurants (yes, plural, plus a beer garden). Just take note that the bar, beer garden and restaurant are all adults-only from 10pm. There is a seasonal swimming pool on site; one swimming session is permitted per day and has to be booked in advance. And speaking of the essentials... there are takeaways, a supermarket and shops right on site too, as well as picnic areas, Sky Sports and – if you need your barnet tamed after all that activity – a hairdresser's.

Campground type

RV & Motorhome sites 140
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 20
Caravans for hire 134
Caravan sites 180
Open now
Opens 4 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Facilities/activities including watersports are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
  • Entertainment and activities are available between 04/04 and 03/11.
  • The indoor swimming pool is open between 04/04 and 03/11.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Units longer than 8 metres are not allowed.
  • Group bookings of 3 or more people under the age of 21 are not permitted via Pitchup.com. Where multiple bookings are made these must be made with the name registered to and staying at that pitch, only one booking can be made per name. Bookings may only be discussed with the individual whose name the booking refers to. Children under the age of 18 are not allowed in the bars and restaurants after 10pm. Only working dogs are allowed in the bars and restaurants.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 4 Apr to

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81% would recommend this campground to a friend

78% would stay here again

What customers say

This large, family-friendly spot boasts heaps of kids' activities like water sports and play areas. Facilities are top-notch after recent upgrades. Staff are generally friendly and helpful, but some folks mentioned toilet cleanliness, overcrowding, and noise, especially on busy weekends. Pitch allocation and site organisation got mixed reviews too.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews

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Arrival date (latest first)

Worst place I’ve ever stayed at. Horrible

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Anonymous

Shelduck (area 3) fully-serviced gravel and concrete caravan site

Liked Absolutely nothing. Terrible place

Disliked Work vans everywhere litter everywhere

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From the manager: We’re really sad to read your comments, as we truly believe our place is phenomenal with so much to do and see, set in such beautiful surroundings.

At busier times, litter can unfortunately build up quicker than we’d like. To tackle this, we’ve recently purchased and placed extra bins around the park to encourage everyone to do their bit. Our park teams also work hard to get on top of it as quickly as possible, making sure everything is returned to clean and tidy again.

In addition, we do not allow company signage vans on the park, and these will be challenged immediately by our team if seen.

It’s in our nature to care for our park and guests, and we’d love the chance to welcome you back so you can experience it at its best where the focus is on relaxation, fun, and those beautiful views.

Big site, clean facilities. Outdoor entertainment…

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jnl12_21@hotmail.com W.

Shelduck (area 2) powered gravel and concrete caravan site

Liked Big site, clean facilities. Outdoor entertainment was brilliant only there for an overnight stay but could've done longer

Disliked Pitches were tight to get out (shedluck 3 area) luckily there wasn't anyone opposite us 😬 not well signposted to different areas ended up walking round trying to get back to entrance as exit sign took you miles out of way.

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From the manager: Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts! We’re delighted you enjoyed the outdoor entertainment and found the facilities clean always lovely to hear!

We totally agree with you on the signage front it’s something we know we need to do much better with, and the great news is we’re already working on improving signs all around the park so guests can get where they need to go without taking the “scenic detour.

Hopefully next time you can stay a little longer and enjoy even more of what the park has to offer!

Over crowded and not very clean

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3 out of 10
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Anonymous

Shelduck (area 2) powered gravel and concrete caravan site

Liked Unfortunately find it hard to say anything I liked about the Park

Disliked We did not get the electric gravel and hardstanding pitch that we had booked a week in advance. Instead we were sent to some overflow area of rough grass. All motor homes in this area seemed very close together. Also a long distance away from facilities, such as toilets and showers.

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From the manager: We’re very sorry that you did not enjoy your stay with us. We acknowledge there was a mix-up with the pitches, and we sincerely apologise for this. Our touring team is working hard to ensure smoother arrivals in the future.

Our park is truly amazing, with an abundance of things to do and see, and the location and surroundings are simply stunning.

It’s in our nature to continually improve and provide the best possible experience for our guests, and we hope to have the chance to welcome you back so you can enjoy everything our park has to offer.

Great location for children…

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Jamie S.

Shelduck (area 3) powered gravel and concrete caravan site

Liked Great location for children

Disliked Pitches become a free for all we were booked next to our family and ended up other side

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From the manager: Thank you for sharing your feedback with us.

I’m so pleased to hear you enjoyed our great location for children it’s always lovely to know families are making memories here.

I am sorry to hear about your experience on the touring pitches. At this time of year, things can get a little hectic, and I completely understand how frustrating it must have been not to be placed next to your family as booked. We are already looking at ways to ensure a much smoother arrival process for our touring guests moving forward.

It’s in our nature to want every stay to be as smooth and enjoyable as possible, so your comments are really helpful in guiding us to keep improving the experience for all our guests.

Good site for the children to explore

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6 out of 10
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Alex G.

Shelduck (area 2) powered grass caravan site

Liked Big site lots to do but if you want to go swimming or do activities you must book in advance

Disliked Took several drive arounds to find a space and not in the gild I had booked Very over crowded and a free for all and lots of people were mentioning it there were
Toilet attendance on site toilets were reasonably clean shower cubicle very small were too small bit disappointing that you are not advised to book activities before arrival

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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed the size of the site and the variety of things to do it’s always great to know our guests make the most of what we offer. You are correct, our park is very large, but that just means there’s so much more to enjoy!

I am sorry that you experienced difficulties with your pitch allocation and that it felt overcrowded. At peak times, the park can be very busy, and we understand how frustrating it can be when pitches don’t match bookings. Our touring team are continually working on ways to make arrivals smoother and ensure everyone is allocated appropriately.

We have worked hard to ensure our entertainment and activities are available for all guests, offering lots of variety so everyone can have fun. Regarding activities, we provide an activities link
to ensure everyone gets a fair chance to book and to maintain safety. You can book up to 2 weeks in advance and plan your visit ahead of time. You can also view the full activity and entertainment programme online via the link.

Our touring teams follow a regular cleaning rota and are available to ensure the shower blocks are clean and ready for all our guests until late in the evening.

Thank you again for your detailed feedback it’s in our nature to take all comments seriously so we can keep improving the park for everyone.

Really friendly staff, great activities for…

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James W.

Shelduck (area 3) powered gravel and concrete caravan site

Liked Really friendly staff, great activities for all the family, we had a great time.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! Top marks!!

We’re thrilled to hear you had a great time and enjoyed our activities for the whole family. Our teams really are some of the very best around, working hard to deliver out-of-this-world activities and entertainment it’s in our nature to make every stay unforgettable!

We can’t wait to welcome you back for more fun, laughter, and memories soon!

Clean site with good facilities

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7 out of 10
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Aaron R.

Shelduck (area 2) powered grass caravan site

Liked We liked that there was alot to do and its very dog friendly

Disliked When you get there and someone is on your allocated pitch so its just a free for all
Some activities basically have to be booked way in advance and signage isn't very good

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From the manager: Thank you for sharing your feedback with us.

We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed the variety of activities and appreciated how dog-friendly the park is it’s in our nature to make sure our furry friends feel just as important as our human guests. Did you get a chance to try our Tough Mutter?

I’m sorry to hear about the mix-up with your allocated pitch. Our touring team are working hard to improve the arrival process so this doesn’t happen again, ensuring a smoother experience for all our guests.

Regarding activities, we provide an activities link to ensure everyone gets a fair chance to book and to maintain safety. You can book up to 2 weeks in advance, and we also email the schedule to you ahead of time. You can also view the full activity and entertainment programme online to help plan your visit.

Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience it helps us make every stay better for our guests.

Great weekend camping lots to do…

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10 out of 10
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Sean W.

Shelduck (area 5) powered grass caravan site

Liked Great weekend camping lots to do overall a great stay

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!

We’re thrilled to hear you had a great weekend touring and enjoyed all the activities on offer. It’s always fantastic to know our guests have a memorable stay it’s in our nature to make every visit special!

We can’t wait to welcome you back for more fun and adventure soon!

Wouldn't stay again as pitches were far too small.

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Joyce F.

Shelduck (area 1) powered grass caravan site

Liked Plenty for children to do

Disliked Pitches were far too small

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From the manager: Thanks so much for your review!

We’re delighted to hear you loved how much there is for the children to do our outstanding entertainment and activities programme has had a lot of time, planning, and hard work poured into it, so it’s great to see it paying off for families like yours.

Sorry you found the touring pitches a little on the small side. They are within the acceptable size guidelines, but we know that sometimes it can feel a bit snug depending on your setup. The good news is, with all the activities, entertainment, and open space around the park, there’s always plenty of room to spread out and enjoy your holiday!

It’s in our nature to keep improving, and your feedback helps us do just that.

Nothing…

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1 out of 10
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Anonymous

Shelduck (area 5) powered grass caravan site

Liked Nothing

Disliked The campsite was far too loud, the staff directing us weren't interested and didn't care about anything, our spot was taken, and nobody cared. Our electricity, which we paid for, was simply taken by someone else, the toilets and showers were beyond unsanitary. We were glad we were only there for one night, passing through, and left quickly.

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From the manager: Thank you for sharing your feedback with us.

I must admit, I’m a little shocked to hear you found nothing to like about your stay there really is so much to do and see in every corner of the park, with guests at this time of season usually busy laughing, having fun, and making memories together. It’s in our nature to create those experiences, so I’m sorry to hear this wasn’t how you felt.

I’m also disappointed to read your comments about the facilities and service. Our touring teams are some of the best around and are always on hand from early morning to late evening to help, support, and ensure the shower blocks are kept clean. I’ll be looking into why you found them dirty, as that’s not the standard we aim for. It’s in our nature to make sure our facilities are welcoming and well looked after for everyone.

We take all feedback seriously, and while I’m sorry this was your experience, I hope you’ll see this was not typical of our park. We’ll keep working hard to ensure every guest has a clean, enjoyable, and memorable stay because it’s in our nature to care.


Features

Leisure on site

BMX track Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Skatepark Soft play area TV room Take away Tennis Toddler's pool Waterslide Watersports Wild swimming

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Very large (over 200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal sites

Location

Billing Aquadrome

Crow Lane

Great Billing

Northamptonshire

England

NN3 9DA

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.24528°N
0.8135°W

Nearest transport

Coach
1.7 km Little Billing Way
1.9 km Penfold Lane
2.8 km Worlds End PH
Rail
6.4 km Northampton Rail Station
11.4 km Wellingborough Rail Station
17.4 km Kettering Rail Station
Airport
47.1 km Coventry 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

You may opt to stay on site for your full holiday, but if you're up for exploring the local area, there's plenty to see and do to keep you entertained. The aquadrome is half an hour's drive from Silverstone Circuit, home of the British Grand Prix and the British round of the MotoGP, 25 minutes from Santa Pod Raceway and 40 minutes from Rockingham Motor Speedway. For racing of a non-motorised style, Towcester Racecourse is within half an hour. It's about an hour from here to the UK's biggest zoo at Whipsnade, and to Europe's biggest artificial lake at Rutland Water. About 35 minutes' drive north is Market Harborough and the massive adventure play centre Mini Mischief.

Must see

78 Derngate 5.4 km

National Waterways Museum -Stoke Bruerne 13.3 km

Althorp 13.4 km

Gulliver's Land 22.1 km

Silverstone Circuit 23.4 km

National Trust

Canons Ashby 25.9 km

Stowe Landscape Gardens 27.7 km

Lyveden New Bield 29.4 km

Buckingham Chantry Chapel 29.8 km

Claydon 37.3 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Billing Aquadrome - Nene Valley Way - Castle Ashby - Billing Aquadrome 0.4 km

Battle of Northampton, 1460 5.4 km

CASTLE ASHBY 5.8 km

Northampton (St James, Duston, Hunsbury), Upton 7.1 km

BOUGHTON HALL 7.7 km

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

Touring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Shelduck (area 1) powered grass caravan site
  • 20% off 20% Off School Holidays
  • 22% off 22% Off Autumn Breaks
Touring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Shelduck (area 2) powered grass caravan site
  • 20% off 20% Off School Holidays
  • 22% off 22% Off Autumn Breaks
Touring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Shelduck (area 3) powered grass caravan site
  • 20% off 20% Off School Holidays
  • 22% off 22% Off Autumn Breaks
Touring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Shelduck (area 4) powered grass caravan site
  • 20% off 20% Off School Holidays
  • 22% off 22% Off Autumn Breaks
Touring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Shelduck (area 5) powered grass caravan site
  • 20% off 20% Off School Holidays
  • 22% off 22% Off Autumn Breaks
Touring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Shelduck (area 1) powered gravel and concrete caravan site
  • 20% off 20% Off School Holidays
  • 22% off 22% Off Autumn Breaks
Touring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Shelduck (area 2) powered gravel and concrete caravan site
  • 20% off 20% Off School Holidays
  • 22% off 22% Off Autumn Breaks
Touring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Shelduck (area 3) powered gravel and concrete caravan site
  • 20% off 20% Off School Holidays
  • 22% off 22% Off Autumn Breaks
Touring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Shelduck (area 5) powered concrete slab caravan site
  • 20% off 20% Off School Holidays
  • 22% off 22% Off Autumn Breaks
Touring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Shelduck (area 3) fully-serviced gravel and concrete caravan site
  • 20% off 20% Off School Holidays
  • 22% off 22% Off Autumn Breaks

Conditions apply - see site type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Billing Aquadrome have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Billing Aquadrome dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Billing Aquadrome? You may opt to stay on site for your full holiday, but if you're up for exploring the local area, there's plenty to see and do to keep you entertained. The aquadrome … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Billing Aquadrome?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Billing Aquadrome? From $51.62 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.