Dog-friendly glamping in Chiltern Hills AONB

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Rising up between bustling London and old Oxford, this sprawling chalk escarpment represents quintessential English countryside all the year round. The region’s rolling farmland, ancient forests, and winding waterways ensure ample opportunity for outdoor adventure and wild-style camping, while the recent successful reintroduction of red kites makes it a must-see spot for any nature lover. Campgrounds of every kind provide plenty of Hipcamping options, from family-friendly holiday parks and exclusive glamping huts, to working farms and no-frills field sites, this Area of Natural Beauty has it all.

90% (569) 381 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in Chiltern Hills AONB

Gemini Camp

1. Gemini Camp

100%
(11)
Elsenham, England · 1 unit
Glamping stays in a cabin on a private six-acre nature reserve in Essex
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from 
£56
 / night
Bellatent

2. Bellatent

100%
(3)
England · 1 unit
Newly open this year! Only between July and August! Our exclusive campsite offers a true escape from Wi-Fi and other distractions. Enjoy the lovely setting of this romantic spot in nature. Beautiful walks in surrounding areas include the South Downs link. 30 minutes from Gatwick and 2 -3 miles from the town of Horsham Our bell tent is about experiencing the simplicity and tranquility that only nature can provide. It’s a perfect blend of adventure and comfort in a rural and private location. A serene and private bell tent camping experience—a perfect retreat to reconnect with nature and your loved ones. This bell tent offers a double bed for a comfortable sleep, a double futon (on request) and small furnishings for a back to basics experience. We provide clean running water with a sink, a camp toilet, bbq, outside fire pit, wood, utensils however no shower and NO ELECTRIC. Wake up to the sight of lush greenery and the sounds of birds chirping. Our location provides a peaceful environment where you can unwind and soak in the beauty of the natural world. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a family adventure, or relaxing in front of the fire, our bell tent camping experience is designed for everyone. Create lasting memories in a beautiful setting. Parking is located just off the bridle way where you will find a wheelbarrow to load up and walk over to the bell tent. Walk down the field and you will find the orchard where the bell tent is situated in the corner of your own personal paddock. Padlock on gate and tent is 7415. No driving on the field.
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£64
 / night
Evelyn’s Garden

3. Evelyn’s Garden

Wantage, England · 1 unit
Evelyn’s Garden is a 2 acre pony paddock right on the path of the famous ridgeway walk. At its highest point, rested in a 100acre organic farm, It hosts an en excellent view point over the meadows of Sparsholt. Free roaming piglets, piggies, cows and horses. A quiet wild site with no light or noise pollution. Just fellow stargazers and sunset chasers as your neighbours! We have 4 bell tents and a converted Horsebox to choose from, with full facilities inside the conversion, and basic facilities if you choose one of our bell tents! No showers or washing facilities, just a drinking water tap, and composting loo! Get as close to wild and back to the very basics, next your your firepit, family and friends! Logs available for sale at the site, and griddles / basic BBQ utensils to cook with No electric hookups with bell tents Solar power if you book our horse box.
Campfires
Wifi
Potable water
from 
£350
 / night
Lookout cabin hertford farm stay

4. Lookout cabin hertford farm stay

CA · 1 unit
large open plan cabin with elevated views over the spectacular grade 1 listed country estate and rare breeds farm . Up to 6 accomadate in comfy king or double beds . Large open plan new kitchen , huge table with 10+ seats . Stylish and unique curate interior. Comfy sofas , with log burner , new bathroom .Private large area with seating fire pit , pizza oven . Loads of activities included , wander the 60 acre estate with chalk streams, canals , woodlands meadows . friendly animals , farm tour collect eggs from hens , gary and elvis our donkeys , piglets , sheep , walk our pygmy goats .
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£160
 / night
Swaynes Pods

5. Swaynes Pods

100%
(6)
Rudgwick, England · 1 unit
A glamping pod with en suite facilities and a hot tub, in the West Sussex countryside just an hour outside London.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£260
 / night

Rising up between bustling London and old Oxford, this sprawling chalk escarpment represents quintessential English countryside all the year round. The region’s rolling farmland, ancient forests, and winding waterways ensure ample opportunity for outdoor adventure and wild-style camping, while the recent successful reintroduction of red kites makes it a must-see spot for any nature lover. Campgrounds of every kind provide plenty of Hipcamping options, from family-friendly holiday parks and exclusive glamping huts, to working farms and no-frills field sites, this Area of Natural Beauty has it all.

90% (569) 381 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in Chiltern Hills AONB

Gemini Camp

1. Gemini Camp

100%
(11)
Elsenham, England · 1 unit
Glamping stays in a cabin on a private six-acre nature reserve in Essex
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from 
£56
 / night
Bellatent

2. Bellatent

100%
(3)
England · 1 unit
Newly open this year! Only between July and August! Our exclusive campsite offers a true escape from Wi-Fi and other distractions. Enjoy the lovely setting of this romantic spot in nature. Beautiful walks in surrounding areas include the South Downs link. 30 minutes from Gatwick and 2 -3 miles from the town of Horsham Our bell tent is about experiencing the simplicity and tranquility that only nature can provide. It’s a perfect blend of adventure and comfort in a rural and private location. A serene and private bell tent camping experience—a perfect retreat to reconnect with nature and your loved ones. This bell tent offers a double bed for a comfortable sleep, a double futon (on request) and small furnishings for a back to basics experience. We provide clean running water with a sink, a camp toilet, bbq, outside fire pit, wood, utensils however no shower and NO ELECTRIC. Wake up to the sight of lush greenery and the sounds of birds chirping. Our location provides a peaceful environment where you can unwind and soak in the beauty of the natural world. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a family adventure, or relaxing in front of the fire, our bell tent camping experience is designed for everyone. Create lasting memories in a beautiful setting. Parking is located just off the bridle way where you will find a wheelbarrow to load up and walk over to the bell tent. Walk down the field and you will find the orchard where the bell tent is situated in the corner of your own personal paddock. Padlock on gate and tent is 7415. No driving on the field.
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£64
 / night
Evelyn’s Garden

3. Evelyn’s Garden

Wantage, England · 1 unit
Evelyn’s Garden is a 2 acre pony paddock right on the path of the famous ridgeway walk. At its highest point, rested in a 100acre organic farm, It hosts an en excellent view point over the meadows of Sparsholt. Free roaming piglets, piggies, cows and horses. A quiet wild site with no light or noise pollution. Just fellow stargazers and sunset chasers as your neighbours! We have 4 bell tents and a converted Horsebox to choose from, with full facilities inside the conversion, and basic facilities if you choose one of our bell tents! No showers or washing facilities, just a drinking water tap, and composting loo! Get as close to wild and back to the very basics, next your your firepit, family and friends! Logs available for sale at the site, and griddles / basic BBQ utensils to cook with No electric hookups with bell tents Solar power if you book our horse box.
Campfires
Wifi
Potable water
from 
£350
 / night
Lookout cabin hertford farm stay

4. Lookout cabin hertford farm stay

CA · 1 unit
large open plan cabin with elevated views over the spectacular grade 1 listed country estate and rare breeds farm . Up to 6 accomadate in comfy king or double beds . Large open plan new kitchen , huge table with 10+ seats . Stylish and unique curate interior. Comfy sofas , with log burner , new bathroom .Private large area with seating fire pit , pizza oven . Loads of activities included , wander the 60 acre estate with chalk streams, canals , woodlands meadows . friendly animals , farm tour collect eggs from hens , gary and elvis our donkeys , piglets , sheep , walk our pygmy goats .
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£160
 / night
Swaynes Pods

5. Swaynes Pods

100%
(6)
Rudgwick, England · 1 unit
A glamping pod with en suite facilities and a hot tub, in the West Sussex countryside just an hour outside London.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£260
 / night

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Dog-friendly glamping in Chiltern Hills AONB guide

Where to go

Dunstable

In the northeast of the AONB, this market town and its chalky downs are often referred to as the Gateway to the Chilterns. Featured on both the Icknield Way Path and Chiltern Way, the region is a rambler’s paradise, while Whipsnade Zoo, a Neolithic burial site, and ideal windsport conditions provide plenty more for Hipcampers to see and do. Camping and glamping opportunities abound on the region’s private farmland.

High Wycombe

A major network hub nestled in the midst of the Chilterns, High Wycombe can be reached from London Marylebone in just 30 minutes, making it a great destination for weekends away from the city. Its wider region is rich in National Trust properties, nature reserves, glampsites, and back-to-basics campgrounds set on sprawling green fields.

Berkhamsted

On the banks of the Grand Union Canal and Bulbourne River, this small town is a top destination for river ramblers and narrowboaters on their way into the Chilterns. Nearby orchards and farms provide all manner of field camping experiences, from simple tent pitches to exclusive shepherd hut hire.

Henley-on-Thames

In the southerly reaches of the Chilterns, this Thameside town boasts museums, National Trust properties, and plenty of great British pubs. Part of the nationwide Walkers are Welcome network, ramblers are actively encouraged to roam the region’s footpaths, trails, and treks. Overnight options include touring parks and secluded riverside campgrounds.

Reading

Marking the point where the River Kennet meets the River Thames, the market town of Reading and its scenic surrounds provide a convenient launch point for exploration of the Chilterns to the north and North Wessex Downs to the west, as well as London and Windsor to the east. Several working farms offer no-frills, wild-style camping, while Wellington Country Park specialises in kid-friendly experiences.