this reminds me of when I wrote those dreaded postcards and then forgot to post them!!
On the last bank holiday Monday we set off from our house in Hampshire, early (6.20am) to meet up with my sister inlaw and a friend of my husbands and then we all set off in convoy for North Devon.
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this reminds me of when I wrote those dreaded postcards and then forgot to post them!!
On the last bank holiday Monday we set off from our house in Hampshire, early (6.20am) to meet up with my sister inlaw and a friend of my husbands and then we all set off in convoy for North Devon.
Having gone the scenic route, my hubby likes winding up the other men you see, up Porlock Hill which is a notorious steep hill just past ... ...took us six hours with a few stops for food and toilets.
We finally arrived at the campsite at just after 1pm and by this time the children were more than slightly bored being in the car.
First impressions of the campsite were that it looked clean well managed and organised. This opinion only got better as we noticed litter being picked up daily and the rubbish being collected from your tent twice daily and they even ... more
this reminds me of when I wrote those dreaded postcards and then forgot to post them!!
On the last bank holiday Monday we set off from our house in Hampshire, early (6.20am) to meet up with my sister inlaw and a friend of my husbands and then we all set off in convoy for North Devon.
Having gone the scenic route, my hubby likes winding up the other men you see, up Porlock Hill which is a notorious steep hill just past Minehead in Somerset on the way to Ilfracombe, the journey took us six hours with a few stops for food and toilets.
We finally arrived at the campsite at just after 1pm and by this time the children were more than slightly bored being in the car.
First impressions of the campsite were that it looked clean well managed and organised. This opinion only got better as we noticed litter being picked up daily and the rubbish being collected from your tent twice daily and they even provided us with a new black bag every time they took a full one!
Anyway after finding the correct pitch we all bundled out of the car and I took my daughter Lucy to the nearby adventure playground which was not really for a two year old but she managed ok.
By the time we returned to our pitch, having passed (and inspected) the toilet and shower block, the tent was fully errected and the airbeds were being blown up.
The thing that really struck me was the view, it was breathtaking we were overlooking a beach (owned by the Holiday Park) called Croyde bay and this is the most gorgeous setting for a holiday.
This holiday Park is well equipped with loads of things to do for all the family, there are kids clubs during the day and a soft play area with designated times for different age groups. There is also a swimming pool/water park type thing which is open to the public as well as residents, we didn't try this at all but my sister in-law's children did and they really enjoyed it, for residents it costs £1.25 for an hour (under 2's free), there are pictures of this pool on the website mentioned below.
Also at the park are lots of pubs and bars a beer garden, 2 Tennis Courts, 2 Fishing Lakes, Surf Hire Shop, La Plage Boutique, Adventure Playground, Smuggler's Rest Beach Cafe & Gift Shop, Bike & Go-Cart Hire, Supermarket, End of the Pier Arcade, Chef's Corner Snackbar, Beach Bar and Bella's Kitchen Restaurant.
Saying all this though we had totally forgotten about most of these things by the time we were on holiday and even though we were given all the information again once we had arrived we didn't read it and didn't really make use of all the facilities.
In the evening they have loads of entetainment on including bingo and there is even a film showing and nightly discos for the teenagers.
This site really is for all ages and is very well set out and organised.
The other facilites include laundrette etc for those boring chores if you like that kind of thing. There was also an internet cafe recently opened but I never got there I think I would have been shot if I had even hinted about going in there!
The week we went cost £22 per pitch per night, they also have static caravans, fields for motor homes and tourers, separate lodges, one house and one cottage. Everything you could wnat from a self catering holiday really. If you want details of the prices you should go to http://www.ruda.co.uk/ which the official wensite on their too you can see the wonderful pictures of where we stayed but they aren't as good as actually seeing it first hand.
This Holiday Park is sitauted south of Woolacombe and Ilfracombe and the nearest and best town is Barnstaple and this is of course North Devon.
We visited Bude which is just in Cornwall and took us a couple of hours to get there. There are lots of attractions in this area too and most of these can be found on the above website.
We had a great time even though we had some horrible wet weather we still enjoyed ourselves.
Having just completed the selections below I note that I forgot to mention that this campsite included all ages, surfers teenagers, families, couples.
Advantages: Location, great accommodation, facilities. Disadvantages: Weather, local transport.
...I think I've stayed at Ruda Holiday Park 1, 2, 3…7 times! I first visited when I was only 12 years old. We returned a year later and, well, just got in the habit of going back year after year.
I think the main reason for our repeated visits is the convenience of everything. Ruda Holiday Park is in the beachside village of Croyde Bay, North Devon - close to Woolacombe. From the site it is only about a 2 minute walk to Croyde Bay beach, so no expensive ... ...adds to its charm.
Ruda Holiday Park is aimed at families, but you'll find couples, pensioners, teenagers, surfers all taking advantage of what it has to offer. I'm well into my twenties and still enjoying it. I can't guarantee what kind of weather you'll get here, but I can guarantee you'll have a great time. ...
sar80 19.04.2005
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Advantages: Right on the beach Disadvantages: Seaguls!
I recently stayed at the Ruda Holiday Park, Croyde Bay in Devon for a short break, camping, reading and drinking cider.
The choice sites to stay in in Croyde isn't massive and I think that it is fair to say that Ruda has the monopoly in the area, with such a large site right on the 'Blue Flag' golden beach.
Prices were reasonable at £13 per pitch per night in July (pitches are big enough to fit 3 or 4 two man tents on, and have ample space for ... ...01271 890 477 Ruda Holiday Park Croyde Bay, North Devon OR
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There's also a range of self-catering accommodation at Ruda Holiday Park. You can choose from lodges or beachside apartments, a value-for-money caravan holiday home or latest model with central heating, double glazing and DVD player.!
So it said! I though prefer my tent!
I would reccommend this place to all, especially if you have a young family, peaceful yet ...
wompie99 18.07.2005
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Advantages: Near the Beach Disadvantages: Expensive for what you get and paying extra for swimming pool
On a return visit - and after upgrading to supposedly a better caravan and paying the difference, all I can say that it was incredibly disappointing. Earwigs in the fridge and an oven looking like it had not been cleaned since the caravan was bought. Windows cracked, cobwebs everywhere and filthy crockery and cutlery. Verandah covered in ancient bird droppings and totally unsafe patio set. We had been given a private caravan that had become available ... ...in some respects. Upon complaining they were apologetic but following the holiday we were offered a mere £50 off our next holiday there with an explanation that unfortunately sometimes things go wrong. Certainly will not go again or recommend it. Staff were apologetic but considering we had been kept waiting in the car part for some 5 hours because the caravan was waiting to be cleaned it was a total fabrication. There is no way it had been cleaned. ...
Kazzalou 13.07.2008
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Advantages: Great location and very good amenities Disadvantages: Caravans are a bit small
We just got back from a week's stay at this holiday camp. It was fantastic! I don't think it would be possible to find a better location in Britain. The countryside is gorgeous, as were all the beaches in the area. The beach at Croyde Bay is right there at the camp - it's actually owned by Parkdean. The village is almost too pretty to believe, with charming thatched cottages. There are three good pubs, a post-office and small shop, and a restaurant ... ...one of the caravans. it was clean and and had a well-equipped kitchen. One warning: the twin beds are too small for tall adults. The kids got on just fine on them, and the inlaws had the double, but I and my husband ended up sleeping in the lounge.
The camp had plenty of good amenities. There was a grocery store, chippy, games arcade, restaurant with a pub, and Costa coffee shop that served breakfast, as well as having a couple of PAY-GO Internet ...
kradcliffe 15.06.2008
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I like it ere the best thing about it was a special lad i met there Seany boy at the club. I like him so much and i really miss him already and its onli been about 40 hours since i seen him. Ive never liked a guy so much like this who lives so far away from me b4 in such a short space of time it hurts that i aint seeing him. I really hope i can see him again. I wanna be with him but ive got no chance. Ive got videos and photos of him but its not enough they just get me upset. :( I wish i cud speak 2 him right now with the videos and photos i have it makes me think hes a part of my life but its not true and i want it 2 be! I wish he cud read this aswell. From Emily in Wolverhampton. xx ...
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