For a friendly campsite set on a lovely organic working farm, pack the family in and rumble over to Cuckoo Farm Campsite in Rutland. This small farm site rests along the River Chater which serves as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Wake up to the natural alarm of local birdlife that thrives around the camp and in the gleaming waters, lagoons and islands of Rutland Water Nature Reserve. Kick back and enjoy the exciting wildlife around as you kick back and soak in the views as the sunlight filters through leafy branches overhead. Marvel at the dazzling flashes of blue as kingfishers swoop in from the low hanging branches and the green countryside with its big skies gloriously extends as far as the eye can see. Spread out a blanket on the banks of the sparkling Chater river and enjoy a picnic, or sit in the shade with a book and a cold drink. If you or the little ones are keen to see the animals at the site book a tour with owners Roland and Rebecca and see fallow deer, sheep, pigs, chickens, and turkeys. Let the little one pet the critters and scoop up freshly laid eggs. Alfresco dining options are all the rage here, so stock up on organic meats like lamb, pork and other farm products, head back to your pitch and get a sizzling barbeque going. There’s heaps of space for the little ones to enjoy the rolling countryside and lovely paths for fur babies to cheerfully scamper along. Facilities are basic yet entirely sufficient and suited for the site. Clean and straightforward amenities include a toilet block, showers, a washing up area, a parent and baby washroom, and recycling conveniences.