Camp Katur

We had originally booked our stay at Camp Katur for August, but due to a family bereavement, we were unable to go. The support we received from Camp Katur during that difficult time was second to none—they generously offered us the opportunity to change our booking to the October half-term, which meant we didn’t have to miss out. We were so grateful for this thoughtful and accommodating gesture. We’ve just returned from our stay, where we stayed in Equillis on the Hall Hill Farm estate, and it was fantastic! The geodome was cozy, the fire added a great touch, and the facilities were excellent. A private shower and toilet make this better .. There is a fully equipped communal kitchen—and when I say fully equipped, I mean it! We needed to bring absolutely nothing. There was a large fridge and freezer for shared use, plus a personal mini-fridge which fit all our essentials perfectly. The surrounding area was peaceful and perfect for our dog, who loved exploring the beautiful walking trails. We had access to a convenient storeroom that operates on an honor system, trusting guests to take what they need and pay later—such a nice touch that made things even easier. The hot tub was a nice addition, although it took a bit of time to heat up and seemed to get a bit cloudy after our first use, so we decided not to go back in after that. Nonetheless, the beautiful scenery and quiet atmosphere more than made up for it, and we were especially lucky with the weather for the end of October. One unexpected delight was meeting the resident pigs out back, whom we affectionately named Henry and Henrietta (though we’re not entirely sure about their gender!). Feeding them a couple of carrots each day became a fun little routine and they came when I called 😍 For supplies, there are shops not too far away, though it’s a bit of a trek if you forget essentials. We made a few stops at Aldi and Co-op during our days out, which worked out fine. The area offers lots to explore; we visited Hackfell Wood, a local reservoir, and even walked to a nearby plane crash site. The scenery was beautiful and peaceful, a perfect getaway! The only minor downside was the ladybirds—they were everywhere in our tent, likely coming from the trees. We were constantly picking them up off the bed and floor, but thankfully they didn’t bother us too much. All in all, our experience at Camp Katur was lovely, and we’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful and unique getaway. Great place for families, friends, and dogs alike!