★ Technically possible, not recommended, expect hassle or disturbance
★★ Doable in a pinch, noise or access issues likely
★★★ Solid free spot, some compromise (noise, surface, distance)
★★★★ Free, comfortable, only minor drawbacks
★★★★★ Free, quiet, easy access, no complaints
Scenic
★ View blocked or non-existent
★★ Partial view, obstructions
★★★ Decent view, worth a look
★★★★ Strong view, worth the stop for this alone
★★★★★ Drone-out-immediately territory
Food
★ Nothing nearby worth mentioning
★★ Something nearby, wouldn't recommend it
★★★ Decent option within walking distance
★★★★ Good food, worth the walk
★★★★★ Destination-worthy on its own
Dogs
★ Not really dog friendly, no safe walking
★★ Walkable but awkward, limited options
★★★ Decent walk, lead required, basic facilities
★★★★ Good walk, lead required, bins provided
★★★★★ Off-lead options, great walking, well facilitated
Transport / Access
★ No walkable access to anywhere, you'd have to break down and drive the whole rig into town
★★ Technically reachable by bus, but infrequent or a long walk to the stop
★★★ Bus stop within easy walking distance, reasonable service
★★★★ Good bus links, short walk, frequent enough to rely on
★★★★★ Walkable to everything, or excellent public transport on the doorstep
Bins
★ Nothing, no bins at all, take everything home
★★ Bins present, but the small fist-sized hole type, more hassle than they're worth
★★★ Proper general waste bin, full-size opening, no recycling
★★★★ General waste plus genuine recycling separation
★★★★★ Large general waste bins, plus recycling and dog waste specific too
Water
★ No water point on site or nearby, arrive full or do without
★★ Available but a long walk, weak pressure, or a queue
★★★ Standard tap on site, functional, reasonable walk
★★★★ Easy access, good pressure, no queue
★★★★★ Right beside your pitch, or multiple points, zero hassle
Bogs (waste disposal)
★ No toilets at all
★★ Toilets exist, might be closed, no dumping for black waste
★★★ Toilets open, no dumping for black waste
★★★★ Toilets open, plus standard Elsan point for a fee
★★★★★ Standard Elsan point and completely free
⚠ Warning flag is a simple yes or no, not a star score. It shows when there's a real hazard, restriction, or something to avoid, not just an inconvenience.