Clifton Recreation Ground
Clifton Recreation Ground
About this campsite
Clifton Recreation Ground is a scenic haven, perfect for caravans and motorhomes, offering both powered and unpowered sites, and essential amenities like a dump point. Besides its serene opportunities for relaxation, the ground comes alive annually with the Clifton Cup Horse Races, a key part of Clifton's Country Week celebration in October, attracting visitors from throughout the nation for authentic country hospitality. Another highlight, occurring on the 7th weekend of the year, is the Annual Clifton show, offering yet another compelling reason to visit. Ease of payment is catered for, with fees processed at the nearby Council Administration Building. During the weekends when the Council offices are closed, payments can be deposited in the caretaker's box, conveniently located next to his letterbox, at the entrance to the Recreation Ground. Enjoy the beauty and diverse recreational activities available at the Clifton Recreation Ground throughout the year.
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