Château de Drancourt St Valéry Site no: PC012

At a Glance

Customer Rating

With a relaxing atmosphere, and a close location to the channel ports, this château parc is ideal for young families or a first visit to France.

Situated just three miles from St Valéry amidst the lush meadows of a private château, this Castels parc offers excellent facilities, including three swimming pools surrounded by a sun terrace. For the active there is tennis, mountain bike hire and mini golf. The restaurant and cosy lounge bar are perfect places to spend the evening. There are also many wide, sandy beaches to visit along this stretch of coastline.

Only conventional swimwear, such as swimming trunks are allowed in the pool. 

Please note: New for 2012, the site has introduced an internal card payment system on site which all customers will require for purchasing goods of any type while staying on parc. This can be purchased using cash or credit card from site reception on arrival.

Setting: Countryside

Opening dates

• Mobiles open 31/03/2012 - 15/09/2012
• Tents open 21/04/2012 - 15/09/2012
• Chalets open 31/03/2012 - 15/09/2012

Pitches

• Number of Pitches: 356

• Shade: Some have some.

• Surface: Grass.

• Tent Privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

• Mobiles privacy: Some of the pitches are separated.

Keycamp Extras

• Rumble Trucks
• Linen Hire
• Charcoal BBQ provided
• Junior Tents
• All-terrain Buggy
• Cycling Notes

Important information

Exceptions

• Max. 6 per tent
• Max. 8 per mobile home
• Charcoal barbecue: provided

Vehicles

• Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

• Maximum number of vehicles: 1

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: Yes

• Are dogs allowed in our accommodation: Yes

• Which accommodation are dogs allowed in: All accommodation types except Chalets, Prestiges and Vistas

• Must be kept on a leash: Yes

• Maximum number of dogs: 2

Out and about

St Valéry with its walled and gated medieval citadel and brightly painted quays is the jewel of the coast. In summer a little steam railway runs from St Valéry along the coast. The thriving town of Abbeville is nearby with its Gothic church of St Vulfran and 18th century château. Bagatelle amusement park is less than 30 miles way and offers fun for the whole family.

The following facilities are available:

Reception

• Languages spoken: French, English, (and Dutch in high season).
• Other services: Phone cards, fax machine, stamps and postbox. Bread can be ordered for next day delivery when the shop is closed. Site implements an internal pre-payment card which is used to avoid cash circulation on site. Cards can be credited by cash or by Visa/Mastercard to amount specified by customer.
• WiFi available (€1.00)
• Credit cards accepted: Visa, Eurocard and Mastercard

Shops

• Bread has to be ordered day before and collected before 11:00
• Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

• Main shop: Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

Dining

• Restaurant: Family, well decorated. Opens weekends and bank holidays only in low season, closed Wednesday in high season Location: Well placed close to the main reception Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

• Snack bar: Snacks and ice cream Open 01/07/2012 - 31/08/2012

• Take-away: Pizzas, chips, salads, chicken. Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012

• Pizzeria: Location: Adjacent to the restaurant Open 01/07/2012 - 31/08/2012

Bars

• Bar Average sized, family orientated bar. Has a large screen TV and a pool table. Open 30/03/2012 Location: Near main reception
• Bar Small and quiet with music. Open 30/03/2012 Location: Near cinema

Other

• Animation Team: For children - water games, face painting, quizzes, karaoke, films. Dancing competitions and tennis tournaments. Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012
• Television Room: tv

Laundry

• Washers: 4 x machines €5.00 per load
• Dryers: 4 x machines €4.00 per load

Sanitation

• Baby Baths
• Baby Changing Facilities
• Toilets
• Children's Toilets

Some facilities remain closed in low season, please check at the time of booking if there is an activity or facility which is key for your holiday.

First pool

• For: All the family. Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012 (Covered with retractable roof Heated)
• Depth: From 1.00m to 1.40m
• Size: 102m2

Second pool

• For: All the family. Open 15/06/2012 - 23/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 1.00m to 1.40m
• Size: 102m2
• Waterslides: Shallow slide at the end of the pool (2 x slides) Restrictions: Children have to come down one by one. Must not come down head first

Third pool

• For: Children. Open 15/06/2012 - 23/09/2012 (Outdoor Heated)
• Depth: From 0.60m to 0.60m
• Size: 28m2

Extra information

• Lifeguard - High Season
• Sunloungers (€0.00 charge)
• Sun Terrace
• Parents must be with their children. No radios, smoking or littering near the pools

Regulations: Shorts not allowed, T-shirts not allowed, Inflatables not allowed, Parental supervision required, No suncream allowed

The following activities are available:

Watersports

Windsurfing

• Windsurfing not available on the campsite, nearest Windsurfing is 12.0 km from the campsite

Canoeing

• Canoeing not available on the campsite, nearest Canoeing is 3.0 km from the campsite

Kayaking

• Kayaking not available on the campsite, nearest Kayaking is 12.0 km from the campsite

Sports

Tennis

• Open 01/04/2012 - 01/11/2012
• 2 full size courts, Concrete
• Charge: €10.00 / hour

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Table Tennis

• Open 01/04/2012 - 01/11/2012
• 2 tables

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Football

• 1 five-a-side pitch, Surface: Grass

Volleyball

• Open 30/03/2012 - 09/09/2012
• 1 court
• Charge: €5.00 / hour

• Equipment hire available: Yes

Horse Riding

• Helmets available
• Open 01/04/2012 - 20/09/2012

Pony-trekking

• Helmets available

Fishing

• Fishing is not available on the campsite, nearest fishing is 0.1 km from the campsite

Golf

• No golf course on the campsite, nearest golf course is 25.00 km from the campsite

Driving Range

• Club hire available: €5.00
• Club hire available
• Open 01/04/2012 - 01/11/2012

Minigolf

• Charge: €3.00
• Individual holes surrounded by grass.
• Open 01/04/2012 - 01/11/2012

Playgrounds

• 3 playgrounds

Cinema

• Is the Cinema open air: No

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

• Open 30/03/2012 - 23/09/2012
• €13.00 / day
• €9.00 / day
• Mountain Bikes: €13.00 / day
• child seats available

Excursions

• Type: Regular coach trips to Paris on Wednesdays subject to demand.

Some facilities remain closed in low season, please check at the time of booking if there is an activity or facility which is key for your holiday.

The following local attractions are available:

Nearby

• Nearest beach: St Valery 4km
• Nearest river: 3.0km

Shopping

• Nearest town/village: St Valéry: 4km

Places of Interest

• Abbeville: 21km
• Dieppe: 57km
• Le Touquet: 59km
• Amiens: 70km

Attractions

Parc Bagatelle

There are more than 40 attractions at this leisure park. A good selection of roller coasters, water rides and play areas. Selection of restaurants and take aways.

Aqualud Waterpark

Waterpark with indoor and outdoor heated pools. A good selection of waterslides and chutes. Separate area for children. Shop, cafe and restaurant. Evening shows and spectacles.

The Picardy Museum

Housed in a 19th century mansion, the museum features archaeological artefacts, medieval memorabilia, 19th century bronze and marble sculptures, and a series of rare 16th century paintings.

Château de Rambures

A 15th century château which is now classed as a historical monument. The château has a moat (without water), a drawbridge, towers and turrets. There is a display of methods of torture from the Middle Ages.

Samara - Prehistoric Park and Gardens

Samara is a 30 hectare site which has prehistoric demonstrations and activities. The gardens have life size prehistoric reconstructions. Demonstrations given include flint making, pottery, weaving, wickerwork, mosaic work, stone and wood carving.

Maison de l'Oiseau

An opportunity to see rare and exotic birds plus birds of prey in flight. The guided visit provides an explanation of how rare or endangered the species are.

Parc de Marquenterre

A superb ornithological parc set in 250 hectares of lakes and natural habitat. Over 300 different species of birds and 24 species of mammals can be observed (depending on season and migratory habits).

Nausicaa

Europe's largest aquarium. 400 fish to look at and touch in the various aquariums. There is also a seal pool. Audio guide for hire.

Abbaye de Valloires

Founded in 12th Century and rebuilt in 18th Century. Cistercian Architecture contrasts with exuberant Baroque interior. A unique collection of 4000 varieties of rare plants (8 hectares). Shop, garden shop, restaurant, tea room. 5000m2 water garden.

Aquaclub de Belle Dune

Large heated waterpark with slides and a wave machine. Indoor and outdoor pools. Restaurant.

The Battlefields of the Somme

With use of this very informative website you will be able to plan your own trip to visit the Battlefields of the First World War.

Underground Village and Museum

Visit the underground city of Naours which lies 33 meters beneath the surface

The following travel details are available:

Airport(s)

• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG): 202km
• Paris Orly Airport (ORY): 216km
• Beauvais (BVA): 126km

Port(s)

• Zeebrugge (ZEI): 228km
• Caen Ouistreham (CAE): 249km
• Calais Ferry (CAL): 113km
• Cherbourg (CHB): 369km
• Dieppe: 63km
• Hook of Holland (HOH): 391km
• Le Havre: 179km
• Oostende: 210km
• Rotterdam (RTD): 385km
• St Malo (STM): 417km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: Abbeville, 12km
• Services to: Calais, Paris, Amiens

With easy links to the main channel ferry ports and four regional airports, travelling to your holiday destination is quick and easy. Superb beaches, Aqualand waterpark, Nausicaa - the world's largest aquarium and la Cite de la Mer make this a great destination. From fashionable seaside resorts, wonderful walks and rolling countryside to World War 1 battlefields and D-Day beaches, this is a region of contrasts.

Take a look at some of the local recommendations for days out and activities our customers have shared with us following their holiday at Château de Drancourt.

"St Valéry town has lovely buildings, nice shops, a good selection of bars and restaurants and good mini golf. Fort Mahon plage is a lovely long, clean, sandy beach backing onto sand dunes."
I. Hutchinson, Tyne and Wear

"We went on a steam train at St Valéry which was very enjoyable. We also spent a day at Aqualud, which although quite a drive away was a brilliant day out."
J. Fensome, Kent

"St Valéry, Le Touquet and Le Crotoy are all very nice places with plenty of charm and character."
A. Buckley, Wiltshire

"Bagatelle theme park is excellent - we actually ran out of time to do everything on the park. The big cat show was fab. Had a great experience taking the little steam train around the Somme. In St Valéry itself there's a great play park at the end of the promenade and the town is home to loads of great cafés and restaurants. Le Crotoy is also lovely and lively, with beautiful beaches."
A. Haughton, Renfrewshire

"Aqualud, St Valéry and Dieppe were all great places, and the Boulogne Aquarium (Nausicaä) is superb, the best I've visited."
A. Horley, Kent

"We really enjoyed the Indian Forest, St Valéry, the Somme Battlefields, Le Crotoy by steam train and Abbeville."
C. Herbert, Dublin

"St Valéry town had some lovely walks and restaurants including a delicious crèperie on the ramparts. There's also an excellent mini golf area on the boardwalk with a terrace bar. Two trips we'd highly recommend are Thiepval and Monet's Garden. Thiepval has a huge memorial to some of the allied soldiers who died at the Somme and from there we went on to the museum at Peronne which displayed artefacts and uniforms fromthe war. Monet's Garden at Giverney was a 2 hour drive from the site - it was magical and definitely worthwhile."
A. Thomas, Oxfordshire

"We loved St Valéry, the little steam railway, war memorials and the many beaches. St Valéry's Sunday market is wonderful."
E. Rayner, Kent

"In St Valéry itself we enjoyed an evening walk along the riverside followed by a seafood meal at Le Bistro restaurant. Would recommend a day trip to Le Touquet and if you're there while it's on (April), go to the kite festival at Berck-sur-Mer. The cathedral and shops at Abbeville are wonderful and the little town of Montreuil-sur-Mer (made famous by Les Misérables) is beautiful."
D. Hurst, Lancashire