Castle Morton

June 1st. Lots of messing about with the lights before we could set off. One of these days all will go smoothly without hold-ups and rummaging about with screwdrivers.

I'm embarrassed to report that we gave up on the round-the-coast idea due to lack of affordable sites in places we want to visit. Most of them were (a)too dear, (b)too far from the coast or (c)Blackpool. Say no more. So we thought, sod it, let's go to Devon with a few days near Malvern on the way.


I have to tell you, Castle Morton Common is the most amazing place I've seen in many a long yonk. It's huge, green, tree clad, uncultivated and there are herds of free range cows wandering loose. We loved the cows.

We took a couple of wrong turns before we found the campsite, which is a field at a Riding Stables. Very nicely kept yard, lovely big posh horses and well cared for ponies. They have over 30 liveries and school horses. For those who like that sort of thing, the caravan field is adjacent to the schooling ring so there's plenty to watch. You are asked not to mess about with flapping awnings while nervous ponies are being ridden. Fair enough. The Malvern hills are in the background so it's an idyllic setting. The common is perfect for walking, cycling or picnicking. And it's free!

Liz, the owner, is pleasant and helpful. There's a shower and toilet plus chemical disposal and it's only a tenner per night.

Marlbrook Farm Caravan Site
Castle Morton
Malvern W13 6LE
01684 310369
07811 801499
liz@marlbrookfarm.co.uk