The Site
Our Campsite
Acorn Wood is adult only, a small, quiet & well sheltered camping & caravan & motorhome park with its very own Fishing lake. We also have dog friendly self catering holiday accommodation in Darby Lodge and a Glamping Pod.
WE ARE ADULT ONLY & OPEN ALL YEAR
- Set in the heart of the country-side, close to the pretty village of Burton Upon Stather, we are surrounded by stunning walks and nature reserves.
- Our site has a lovely toilet and shower block, finished to a very high standard, it also contains pot washing facilities.
- We also have a chemical toilet disposal point. WE REQUEST TO PLEASE USE ONLY A GREEN, OR SEPTIC TANK FRIENDLY FLUID.
- We have spacious hard-standing & grass pitches. All with Electric 10amp hook up.
- Arrivals on the caravan park are from 12 noon & departures by 11am unless otherwise advised.
- The self-Catering Accommodation Holiday lodge which is fully equipped, central heating and everything you need for a comfortable, homely & relaxing break is available for hire thought the year. Sleeps 4 or 5 people in Two double bedded rooms & a Z-bed. Making the perfect fishing holiday, or base for you to sight see, visit family or friends or just relax.
- Glamping Pod sleeps 2 & is dog friendly.
- Fishing is available to residents with full details to be found in the "Fishing" section.
- We have been a finalist in Practical Caravan Magazine Top 100 Sites for 3 years running (2024/2025/2026)
- Acorn Wood was awarded "Best CS" in 2014. We are no longer affiliated with the C&CClub and you dont need to be members to stay with us.
- Weekends 2 night minimum unless booked last minute and fits the diary
- Bank Holidays 3 nights minimum
- Prices can be found on our tariffs page
- You can now book online
- Or to make a booking enquiry Please call 07816 874205 OR use the form on the contact page here
- Please note we do not allow ball games of any type on or around the park
Our Fishing Lake
Our on site fishing lake is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Even if you dont fish we have a social log cabin on the bankside where you can sit on the decking or on a sofa inside and read a book chat to other guests or simply enjoy a cuppa.
The lake has a fully stocked with fish up to around 18lb.
To find out more about the fishing Please Click here to view the fishing page
To make a booking enquiry Please use the form on the contact us page, Click here to go to the contact page.
More InfoBOOK GLAMPING ONLINE NOW
Fishing
Here at Acorn Wood caravan, park we have our own fishing lake. Or beautiful and well stocked fishing lake is for the exclusive use of our visitors.
Bag a mix of Carp, Mirror, Common & Crucian, Bream, Rudd, Roach, Tench, Chub & Perch ranging in sizes up to about 14lb
Fishing is available for £5.00 a day for resident campers only. Dawn till dusk.
Mention on booking if you intend to fish as pegs may be limited.
Experienced anglers are preferred & you’ll need the appropriate licences.
Fishing Terms
£5.00 a day - Residents only.
Fishing to be paid for in advance at reception or shop.
We have the little acorn honesty shop where we sell fishing pellets, luncheon meat, sweetcorn along with hooks, floats and other fishing accessories.
Use our Un-hooking mats & landing nets only (bring your own handle)
Dawn till dusk
No night fishing
No Keep nets
Barbless hooks only max size 10 hook
No floating baits
Braid of any kind is NOT allowed
THE USE OF BREAD AS ANY FORM OF BAIT IS NOT PERMITTED
One rod only to be used at a time
No reserving pegs & gear must not be left on a peg overnight
You will require the appropriate licences.
These are YOUR responsibility & not for us to check.
BAILIFFS CAN DROP IN AT TIME
Caravan & Trailer Storage
Caravan & Trailer storage at Acorn Wood
We have caravan & trailer storage available here at Acorn Wood in Lincolnshire
With many people not towing their caravans themselves we offer a town on and off service when you stay with us. We will bring out your caravan onto pitch ready for you to arrive and then when you leave we will put your caravan back into its space in our storage unit.
Storage is secure and surrounded by fencing, trees, hedging and has a ditch it also has CCTV. The gate is kept locked at all times and we open for you to collect and return your caravan or motorhome.
We do ask for 24 hours notice whever possible for coming to take or return if you contact us at short notice this isnt always possible but we always do our best to accommodate you.
Storage Container & Unit
We also have a large storage faciliity available will roller doors & a large container available to rent
Terms & conditions apply
For more information contact us.
Contact Us
To discuss storage please call 07816 874205 or email us on:
Local Attraction .
We are located on the outskirts of Burton upon Stather. Burton is a picturesque counrtry village with fantastic views over the river trent and surrounding country-side. It has; two pubs, a restaurant, shop, and chinese take-away
Plan Your Stay at Acorn Wood
Pitch Map
Acorn Wood layout showing where the pitches, pod facilities and the way to the lake etc.
Burton Upon Stather
Acorn Wood is situated in the perfect location, being on the edge of the village of Burton Upon Stather it takes just 8 mins to walk into he centre where you can find local shops, dog friendly pubs that do great food as well as an array of dog walking oppertunities.
We have a Bus stop just a couple of minutes walk from.
Out & About
We are in the perfect location to explore North Lincolnshireand beyond. With easy access roads you can travel to lots of places very easily. Heres a few ideas and how long it takes to drive:
Normanby Hall - 5 min Elsham Hall & Gardens - 27 min Brigg Market Town - 30 min Cleethorpes & Grimsby - Louth - 65 miin Hull - 44 min The Deep - 38 min Yorkshire Wildlife Park - 47 min Doncaster - 49 min Sheffield - 70 min Meadowhall - 55 min Withernsea - 65 min Hornsea - 70 min Mablethorpe - 90 min
Bus Stop
If you go out of the gate, turn left and walk down the road a couple of hundrred yards you will find the bus shelter. The No.60
From the Bus stop opposite Tee Lane, you can get into Scunthorpe and jump off and many stops along the way or go all the way to the bus staion in the centre of Scunthorpe.
Coming back you can pick up the bus at the bus station at Stand H and get off at Tee Lane
Click here >> to see the latest bus time table for the "60 - Scunthorpe - Whitton"
Walks From Acorn Wood
Acorn Wood has lots of walking oppertunities direct from our gate. Whether its just a stoll around the village you are wanting to do, or take your dog for some exercise there is something interesting to see everywhay you turn. Take a close look a the bicycles that are part of the village Burton In Bloom, each one tells a different story.
Walking ideas:Circular route from our gate Normanby Hall in about 25 minutesTrent Bank WalksShorter Childrens Walk 1/2 mileCatherine Wood Walk 3 1/2 mileBrickponds Walk 1 3/4 milesThe Beacon & Nature Walk 1 3/4 mileJulians BowerAlkborough & Walcot & around Alkborough flats
For more deails on walks and leaflets to download just take a look here>>
Local Pubs
The Sheffield Arms is the closest of the pubs, just wak out the gate turn left and follow the road its just a few minutes walk (approx 8 mins walk). Its open 7 days a week ( but this can change in the winter please ask to double check times) and betweem 8am and 11am you can get an all you can eat full english breakfast. They have a full food menu as well as carvery with lots of meat choices. Booking in advance is recommended especially for Sunday lunch carvery.
The Ferry House Pub aka he bottom pub is located at the bottom of darby Road near the Wharf. If you go past The Sheffield Arms nd carry on down the hill yu will arrive at the Ferry House Pub and the Riverside Restaurant. The restaurant is open Friday - Sunday and you are recommended to book in advance to avoid being disappointed.
Both pubs have lots going on all through the year with events and live music and are both dog friendly.
Cycle routes
For lots of cycle oppertunities and endless routes to follow and download please take a look here>>
