Most campers return to Rocks East for two reasons: the chance to sit around an open fire and to have the run of 35 acres of ancient woodland. Rocks East has a very distinct culture. On one level it is very much a traditional, basic campsite. It accepts small caravans and campervans but canvas is king. All campers may walk through the forest and the illustrated information boards educating novices about flora and fauna are a good resource for adults and children alike. In the midst of this natural beauty, is a sculpture trail guarded over by a wonderful woodman and, bizarrely, two large Easter Island sculptures, all carved from cedar wood. For the chidren there's a teddy bear house.
On the campsite, with the exception of busy weekends, you can pitch your tent pretty well where you like and this creates a chilled, informal vibe. Back in the forest, depending on bookings, you can be forgiven for thinking that you have checked into a full-on adventure weekend. Don’t panic, as the outdoor amphitheatre is sometimes used by outward bound- type groups, although if you wanted to stage your own version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream no one would mind at all.