When can I check in and check out of Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 10:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping?

From $79.72 (for 2 nights, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping

View prices & book Last booked one day ago 9.6 22 reviews

Tourer site 20 minutes’ drive from Newark-on-Trent in Nottinghamshire
Lincoln and Retford 25 minutes’ drive; Sherwood Forest 35 minutes
Dog-friendly pitches; all-year coarse fishing; pub five minutes’ walk

Set in 27 acres of Nottinghamshire countryside 20 minutes’ drive from the market town of Newark-on-Trent, Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping is a laid-back stop for touring caravans, with spacious pitches on grass meadows sheltered by trees. Of course, the major pull here is the well-stocked, four-acre coarse fishing lake, where you can fish for roach, bream, tench and carp up to 16lb, but the non-fishing folk among you will still find plenty to keep you busy on site. Grab the chance to follow all the wildlife walks (great exercise for any canines holidaying with you), where you can keep an eye out for wild rabbits and take binoculars to spot birds of prey circling above. If you’re looking for on-site entertainment and a swimming pool, this is not the place for you. Simple on-field amenities stretch to a small toilet block and washing-up facilities, and the vibe is one of peace and calm. Should you want to live it large while staying here, there’s a pub in Marnham village (five minutes’ walk), and you can get your fill of bars and restaurants in buzzy Newark and Retford (25 minutes’ drive).

Campground type

Open all year

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Campsite types & availability

Powered cement/asphalt campsite

6 people maximum

Ground type: Cement/asphalt

Site size: unlimited

6 people maximum

One Travel Trailer or Class B motorhome or RV or Trailer tent or Tent allowed per site

Additional units require additional sites - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Site size

unlimited

Ground type

Cement/asphalt

0 rooms

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Travel Trailer, Class B motorhome, RV, Trailer tent, Tent

Features

Electric: 16 amp included

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.
Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Bring a shelter tent 1 included, 1 max.
Car 3 included, 3 max.
Dog(s) allowed 3 included, 3 max.

Car parking by site/unit

Other restrictions

Arrival days

From £60 (£60) 2 nights, 2 adults

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Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Who cares if the carp are not biting ,with this view

Lovely spot to stay with everything you need.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	2

Oliver T. Apr 2025

Powered cement/asphalt campsite

Liked: Fantastic campsite located in a quiet area of Lower Marnham close to the tidal River Trent. A lovely small fishing lake which is well looked after with improvements set to adjust pegs following recent floods.

Martin was great and looked after the communal areas to a high standard.

New benches and a characterful ‘Bus Bar’ had just arrived which served as an on site bar serving alcohol for those wishing to relax with a few beverages.

Disliked: Campsite type is listed as “Tiny (1-10 pitches)

This is not the case. I would say there are between 12-15 hard pitch with electrical hookup along with a further 10-15 grass pitch with electrical hookup. Including a number of “off grid” pitches also.

This wasn’t a problem but if you are expecting a tiny site with few pitches, please be aware.

Recommend to friends Visit again

This site has so much potential we will return

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Apr 2025

Powered cement/asphalt campsite

Liked: Large pitch
Martin the warden couldn't do enough to help
Within walking distance of village
Fishing included in pitch fee bonus
If you want piece and quiet this is the place to be
Will return later in the year

Disliked: At the moment new toilet block under construction otherwise current facilities a little basic if the site was full
Other than that a good few days

Recommend to friends Visit again

Peaceful surroundings, beautiful scenery, lots of wildlife.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service	No rating
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	No rating
Wifi	No rating

Victoria R. Aug 2024

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Peaceful surroundings, beautiful scenery, lots of wildlife.

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Definitively will go there again

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2024

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Brilliant space, very friendly owners. Dog friendly! Good for short dog walk. Worth its price. If you like fishing, ideal spot.

Disliked: Maybe only criticism: toilet cubicles rather small and very low toilet

Recommend to friends Visit again

Plenty of space. Quiet during the day. Friendly staff. Clean same-sex toilets.…

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2024

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Plenty of space. Quiet during the day. Friendly staff. Clean same-sex toilets.

Disliked: Site was hard to find; we had to phone for directions. Would suggest adding more directions on pitchup and/or adding to Google maps.

There was some noise at night from a nearby factory which kept us awake.

No bins. A bin for dog waste would be useful for this dog-friendly site.

Only reason we don’t plan to return is due to the unpleasant smell that came and went a few times throughout our stay (we live in the countryside and don’t think it was manure) - perhaps a nearby septic tank or drainage issue? Otherwise would have been a 5 star from us.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Highly recommended

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	6
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Jonathan H. Aug 2024

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Great location, spacious pitches, friendly and very welcoming, well looked after, simple but very clean facilities, close to an excellent pub (Brownlow Arms). Pretty much perfect...

Disliked: Only dislike, awful smell when the wind is in the wrong direction from a chicken processing plant. Can't blame the site but if I was either a business or resident around there I'd be complaining like mad to the Environments Agency. Only downside to the site.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Well maintained pitches area and nice fishing lake

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Aug 2024

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Very quiet and well maintained area. Nice fishing lake with prepared pegs. No snags so comfort fishing.
Pub within walking distance with food.
Lots of place for walking and cycling.

Disliked: Just one toilet for men and women though there was little people so no problem at all.
My wife tried showers and were ok.
Overall basic amenities.
Nice caretaker of the camping and lake.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful, green & peaceful.

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

Amy F. Aug 2024

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Clean shower, toilet & washing up facilities. Beautiful place out of the way, nice and peaceful. Friendly staff on site. Ice cream van visited too.

Disliked: Nothing - All good and very happy with our stay. Will return.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Martin was very friendly and helpful, will definitely be returning

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Beverley Y. Jul 2024

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: This is a peaceful, tranquil site. Yes back to basics, small toilet and showers, but very clean.

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Nigel H. Jul 2024

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Everything was perfect
Toilets and showers basic but spotless
Massive pitches
Quiet
Pub within 10 minutes walk

Disliked: No fish in the lake!!!!!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping

High Marnham

Newark

Nottinghamshire

England

NG23 6SQ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.22165°N
-0.79163°W

Nearest transport

Bus

8.4 mi Station Road

9.3 mi Bus Station

Rail

5.2 mi Swinderby Rail Station

5.6 mi Collingham Rail Station

6.2 mi Saxilby Rail Station

Ferry

Airport

20.1 mi Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield Airport

20.4 mi Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield Airport

27.3 mi Sheffield City 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

Newark and Retford are just 20 minutes away. four acre course fishing lake Clumber Park - walking, cycling on traffic free trails - 15 minutes Sherwood pines forest park - cycling and 'go Ape' (tarzan adventure course in the tree tops) - 15 minutes Sherwood forest and the Major Oak and Robin Hood exhibition- 20 minutes White Post farm - childrens adventureland - 20 mins Newark - castle, antiques - 20 minutes Lincoln - Cathedral, Castle and shops - 25 minutes

Must see

Lincoln Castle 10.5 mi

Lincoln Medieval Bishops' Palace 10.6 mi

Lincoln Cathedral 10.6 mi

Sherwood Forest Country Park 11.3 mi

Mansfield Museum 17.7 mi

National Trust

The Workhouse, Southwell 11.5 mi

Clumber Park 11.8 mi

Mr Straw's House 14.8 mi

Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 21.7 mi

Hardwick Hall 21.7 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Egmanton - Laxton - Egmanton 4.6 mi

DODDINGTON HALL 5.7 mi

Headon - Upton - Askham - Grove - Headon 5.7 mi

HARTSHOLME PARK 8.5 mi

Bothamsall - Robin Hood's Cave - Walesby - Bothamsall 8.6 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.
At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Units will be allocated on arrival.

Dogs

Dogs are prohibited from main facilities and amenities.
Dogs must be kept on leashes and supervised at all times.

General

A state-issued fishing license is required (you'll need to apply for this beforehand).
Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Public areas are non-smoking.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and trunks must be closed quietly.
Refunds within the indicated cancelation period are only possible if the park is able to relet your unit/site.
The fishing lakes are stocked with Carp, Bream, Tench.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behavior is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Occupancy

The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Reception

If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
Open fires are prohibited.
Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Sites

Please note, pup tents are to be used for storage purposes only. Guests may not use them for sleeping.
You must follow management instructions when setting up your tent/rig and related equipment.

Vehicles

Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

Does Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping? Newark and Retford are just 20 minutes away. four acre course fishing lake Clumber Park - walking, cycling on traffic free trails - 15 minutes Sherwood pines forest park - cycling and … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites

Arrive: 10:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Depart by: 10 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Marnham Lake Fishing and Camping? From $79.72 (for 2 nights, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.