Camping de la Ferme des Saules
Camping La Ferme des Saules is a family-run farm campsite in the peaceful French countryside near the Belgian border, about an hour from Calais and the Channel Tunnel. The site enjoys a wonderfully quiet and rural setting, yet is well placed for exploring World War I battlefields such as Ypres, Passendale, Vimy Ridge, and the Somme, as well as the charming town of Bailleul and cities like Lille and Arras. Guests are consistently welcomed by exceptionally warm and friendly staff, who often give a personal tour by golf buggy upon arrival and let visitors choose their own pitch. The pitches themselves are a standout feature, described as very large, flat, and spacious, with many separated by hedges for excellent privacy; options include both grassy and hardstanding surfaces to suit all weather. The modern, spotlessly clean sanitary blocks feature powerful hot showers and underfloor heating, and a communal kitchen with fridges, cookers, microwaves, and seating adds convenience, along with a laundry room. The highlight of the campsite is the outstanding on-site farm shop, brimming with fresh local produce including the farm's own meats, cheeses, jams, eggs, vegetables, seasonal produce, and fresh baguettes and croissants available to order for breakfast. The atmosphere is exceptionally calm and relaxing, interrupted only occasionally by distant farm machinery, a nearby motocross track, or some road noise on lower pitches. Families will find a children's playground, trampoline, and friendly farm animals like goats, chickens, and rabbits to delight younger visitors, and the owners' collie dog adds rustic charm. Free WiFi works well across most of the site, and the surrounding countryside is perfect for cycling and walking through the scenic Flemish hills. A nearby bus stop and train station offer alternatives to the car, though a vehicle is recommended for exploring the area and visiting supermarkets in Bailleul. Some guests noted that the mixed-gender layout of toilets, showers, and sinks in one room may not suit everyone, and that toilet paper is not provided in each cubicle. A few minor drawbacks include occasional uneven ground on some pitches, limited lighting in areas, and occasional strong smells from burning plastic or harvest season. Waste disposal bins can sometimes overflow, and the shop may feel understaffed during busy periods, leading to waits at check-in. Higher-power electric hookups would be a welcome improvement for some, and a few guests found the seating in glamping cabins uncomfortable and the pillows too thin. Despite these small points, the overall consensus is that the campsite offers excellent value for money with clean facilities, a superb shop, and a very peaceful setting, making it a place many visitors plan to return to year after year.
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