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Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
1. Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
93%
(288)
Woodbridge, England · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Campsite manage :07733521815 We are a wild campsite with character and history.
Our most popular pitch is our beautiful SSSI woodland.
There are only 25 pitches available. We have a mid wild pitch on the outskirts of the woods, lovely grassed area between trees. Our top field is perfect for motorhomes & caravans.
Plenty of space to breath and relax. Located on the stunning heathlands of the Sutton Heath. We are surrounded by beautiful woodland walks, including the Sandlings walk and just 10 minutes from the river Deben.
We have a bus stop at the top of the track and Melton train station is a 20 minute walk or 5 minute drive. There are access points onto public footpaths, leading to Rendlesham Forest. A famous site for UFOs! Sutton Hoo is a stone's throw away. Bring your bikes and explore the area on wheels.
There is water access and portaloos. We do not have showers yet. Blue/grey waste must be taken away. LEAVE NO TRACE
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
Bridge Woods
2. Bridge Woods
97%
(35)
England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Small Farm with riverside. Very safe and quiet.
Dog's more than welcome. The land is fully fenced off for dogs to roam freely if wanted. There is a pond for them to cool down in the summer.
There are toilets and a washing machine. There is also a place to do some washing up if needed.
The campsite is located 5 minute walk away from a bus stop that can take you into Cambridge. We can provide a shuttle if needed.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Painters Farm Campsite
3. Painters Farm Campsite
99%
(50)
Whitstable, England · 46 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nestled beside the village of Painters Forstal, Faversham, Kent.
Our two acre orchard site with grass pitches.
The campsite lies within seventeen acres on the slope of The Kent Downs, a designated area of natural beauty.
The Alma ale house at the edge of the farm serves Shepherds Neame and hot meals all year round.
Two acre quiet cherry orchard site based around a Tudor Manor house 1547 that gives its name to our village. Surrounded by orchards and open countryside but within easy reach of Faversham, Whitstable and Canterbury. Pitches for tents, campervans, motorhomes and touring caravans with or without electric hook up on a level grassy site. Pets are welcome and a crew member is always around the reception or farm to help out.
The Campsite is open from 1st march until 31st October.
The local area is awash with things to do. Faversham once the busiest port in 17th century England for its wool trade has the longest complete medieval street in the country. A wealth of little shops, cafes and pubs as well as the country’s oldest family owned brewery Shepherd Neame.
Whitstable sitting just along the coast, famed for its Oysters and Sunsets is a fun beachside community bustling in the summer months and hauntingly bleak in the winter ones. The World Heritage sites of Canterbury are just a fifteen minute trip away with all its well documented history and plentiful shops and eateries.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Pitt Wood
4. Pitt Wood
100%
(3)
Halstead, England · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Pitt Wood is a quiet and secluded forest set in the borders of Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and Essex. The site is off grid offering private and spacious pitches for campers wanting a more authentic woodland camp. We have a large communal cooking area and tipi as well as compost toilets. The woods is a short drive from Sturmer and Halstead which hosts real ale pubs and country cafes.
Pets
Campfires
Daisy May’s Farm
5. Daisy May’s Farm
87%
(192)
Bishop's Stortford, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Our pop up campsite is set in 20 acres on a not for profit community farm. Come and join us in the great outdoors! Help collect the eggs, feed the chickens and milk the goat! There is always lots going on at Daisy May’s Farm!
Children’s play areas, paddle stream, woodland walks and lots more!
PITCH FEE INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE FARM & ALL ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS!
Open 7 days a week. Coffee Cabin and Ollie’s Food Hut also serving hot food
(Weekends & school holiday 10-3pm)
Local pub - 5 mins walk
Golf Course (crazy golf, top golf, 9 hole course, bar and food) - 5 mins walk
Shop/post office/chip shop - 10 mins walk
Toilets & shower ; hot gas shower available but we are a basic wild, mostly off grid site. No concrete heated toilet blocks I’m afraid! (Showers unavailable in Winter months)
There will be mud. Bring your wellies!
Drinking water and bins available.
Bring a torch for walking around the site at night. The site is off grid and the toilet lights are solar operated!
CARAVANS - ONLY BOOKABLE MAY - SEPTEMBERTENTS - CAMPER VANS - MOTORHOMES WELCOME ALL YEAR (all pitches are the same. No need to specify which type of unit you are booking)
We look forwards to welcoming you soon!
Pets
Campfires
Showers
1 events @ the candlesticks
6. 1 events @ the candlesticks
100%
(3)
Hatfield, England · 1 unit
Nestled in the picturesque Hertfordshire countryside, the campsite at The Candlestick offers a peaceful rural retreat surrounded by rolling farmland, woodland walks, and open skies. Located beside the historic Candlestick country pub on the outskirts of Essendon, guests can enjoy the perfect combination of countryside camping and traditional pub hospitality. The pub is known for its welcoming atmosphere, food service, garden, and popularity with walkers and cyclists.
Whether you're travelling by tent, campervan, motorhome, or touring caravan, this tranquil setting provides an ideal base for exploring the Hertfordshire countryside while remaining within easy reach of London and local attractions. Guests can relax with a meal or drink at the pub after a day of walking or cycling through the surrounding rural landscape. The elevated location offers attractive countryside views and a genuine escape from the pace of everyday life.
Highlights
Peaceful countryside location in Essendon, Hertfordshire
Adjacent to a traditional country pub serving food and drinks
Ideal for walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers
Suitable for tents, campervans, motorhomes, and touring caravans
Dog-friendly environment
Convenient access to local footpaths and village amenities
Easy access to Hatfield, St Albans, and London transport links
Whether you're stopping for a single night or planning a longer countryside getaway, The Candlestick campsite offers a relaxed and welcoming setting to unwind and enjoy the best of rural Hertfordshire.
**dog friendly**
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Showers
Campfires
The Meadow @ Waples Mill
7. The Meadow @ Waples Mill
92%
(65)
Dunmow, England · 12 units
Spacious grass pitches in the green Essex countryside
A 15-minute drive to Chelmsford; 40 minutes to Audley End
Tractor rides on site; firepits provided for campfires. Rural walks,
How about proper farm activities like tractor rides (ask site staff for details)?
The place to find all this is The Meadow at Waples Mill, an Essex farm site between Chelmsford and Dunmow (and about 15 minutes’ drive from both). This family-friendly site is handy for walks on the Essex Way and other local footpaths, and tractor and trailer rides around the farm are organised on alternate days to give guests a glimpse into agricultural life.
Activities complete for the day, it's time to chill out, and that should be easy here – all pitches have access to toilets and hot showers in a trailer close by, and firepits are provided so you can have a safe campfire (with wood available to buy on site and a great farm shop 10 minutes’ drive away for fireside snacks).
Pitches themselves are large (please note only one tent per pitch is allowed), well kept and well spaced within a meadow that backs onto the River Roding. Dogs are welcome, and there are plenty of places to take them for a walk nearby.
London folk looking for a quick escape to the countryside, this is a place to bear in mind – it’s only about an hour and quarter by road from the city.
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Pigs in Blankets
8. Pigs in Blankets
96%
(77)
Southwold, England · 26 units · Tents, Glamping
A campfire-friendly country campsite on a farm in walking distance of seaside Southwold
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Brightwell Country Park
9. Brightwell Country Park
100%
(16)
Woodbridge, England · 1 unit
Bell tents and an accessible cabin, with activities right from your door
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
Field of dreams
10. Field of dreams
100%
(6)
Duxford, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
The site is nearly an acre set in the corner of a five acre meadow we have a maximum of 10 pitches in our arable farm sitting on one of the highest spots in Essex on the Cambridgeshire border overlooking Duxford IWM . If it is a show weekend we are able to take more pitches .
we have a pond in the middle of the meadow and nesting owls in a tree on the hedgerow
Surrounded by fields but a short walk to a very good pub and short drive to nearest well stocked village shop If you want to relax and restore this is the place to come
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Secluded Woodland Camp
11. Secluded Woodland Camp
97%
(30)
Ware, England · 30 units
Glamp or pitch up here in our secluded and peaceful mini off-grid site combining both field and forest.
We have a shared under cover space and also an outdoor fire-pit to gather more than 20 people comfortably. There is a simple compost loo for your use with hand-washing and dish washing area outside. And the rest is all Mother nature! There is no running water or drinking water. You will need to bring your own. No electricity points or WIFI are in the campsite and no masts nearby so enjoy the EMF cleanse.
Whether you chose to stay in the ancient woodland or the herbal pasture, you will feel the benefits of reconnecting with yourself in nature, breathing the clean air and hearing the birds singing. The parking is 800m away and there is minimal tractor use so you can imagine yourself roaming the fields and forest of England in days gone by.
Fitness required. It's a long walk from the car park to the campsite. Trolleys provided.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
Rosehip Woods Campsite
12. Rosehip Woods Campsite
100%
(23)
England · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Rosehip Wood Campsite is a nature rich, off-grid wild campsite set in a peaceful woodland. Camp in secluded clearings surrounded by trees and bushes and be sheltered from the wind or hot sun when necessary. You can spend your evenings staring into a crackling campfire as fire pits are provided and firewood can be purchased on site.
This site is completely enclosed by fences so kids can roam free-range-style, make dens using branches and explore the 'secret cedar hideaway'. There is a field with a football goal for recreational activities and adjoining footpaths for road free walks.
It is tucked away on the outskirts of the pretty Norfolk village of West Dereham. This beautiful rewilding project offers the unspoilt simplicity and tranquillity of wild camping within the grassy clearings of a quiet mixed woodland and balanced with just enough facilities to make camping fun and comfortable including fresh water and compost toilets.
All Rosehip Wood’s pitches are family friendly and allow BBQs and campfires.
Your hosts invite you to wander along mown paths, through grassy clearings and wildflowers. The woodland has been planted with lots of nuts and fruits for both wildlife and humans to enjoy. As the sun sets, unwind, and enjoy starlit skies unspoilt by light pollution against the distant calls and barks of local wildlife.
The site has no lighting so don’t forget your torch if you plan on an evening amble. Downham Market is around 4 ½ miles away offering supermarkets, a market, food and drink in the town’s historic pubs and a range of restaurants. It also has a train station from which your hosts will be happy to pick you up if you are coming camping without a car. If you need an extra tent this can be rented at an extra cost.
Walkers and cyclists will find maps and information available on site pointing you in the direction of local routes over farmland, lanes, long
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Wardley Hill Campsite
13. Wardley Hill Campsite
100%
(117)
Bungay, England · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A relaxed, back-to-basics campsite on the Norfolk Suffolk border
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The Roost
14. The Roost
91%
(11)
Halesworth, England · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Welcome to The Roost — a relaxed, small-scale campsite set within the meadows of Brook Farm, Wenhaston.
Open skies, hedgerows, chickens wandering nearby, and space for families to slow down and enjoy summer as it should be
The Roost, because you’re staying on a working smallholding — and our resident chickens inspired the name. Just like them, you’ll find your own little patch of meadow to settle into, wake with the sunrise, and wind down as the light fades across the fields. It’s camping with character.
Perfectly Placed to Explore Suffolk
We’re tucked away in the countryside, yet close to some of Suffolk’s most loved spots.
Within 15 minutes you’ll find:
Seaside days in Southwold & Walberswick
Wildlife adventures at RSPB Minsmere
Coastal walks at Dunwich Heath & Beach
The market towns of Halesworth & Saxundham
And from the campsite itself?
Quiet footpaths, big skies, and proper countryside calm
Thorington Theatre, the outdoor idyllic woodland amphitheatre, a 15 minute walk
Local pubs, The Star, a 5-10 minute walk
The Bramfield Queen's Head or Blythburgh White Hart 30 minute walks
Further Afield:
Woodbridge, Saxmundham, Beccles & Bungay
Beaches and fresh fish at Thorpeness, Aldeburgh or Orford
Sutton Hoo: The Anglo Saxon royal burial site
History at Framlingham Castle
Africa Alive zoological reserve
Pleasurewood Hills family theme park
Peacefully rural. Surprisingly close to everything.
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Riverside Farm experience fire & activities
15. Riverside Farm experience fire & activities
83%
(43)
England · 84 units · Tents, Glamping
NEW we have 2 brand new toilet blocks with multiple toilets , showers , basins .
NEW we have 2 full kitchens for you to use with fridge freezers , gas hobs , electric , and everything needed for your stay
we have many different options including bring your own tent , belltent yurts cabins . please enquire for info
farm riverside camping in an idyllic 60 acre grade 1 listed country estate conservation farm and pleasure grounds in central Hertford. Large free camping meadow includes fire pits next to the river and ancient woodlands. Stunning valley views. Paddle swim boat fish in our crystal clear chalk streams , explore our woodland areas , with hammocks swings and huge 1960s army parachute shelter.
NEW Goldings sandy beach , next to our crystal clear shallow paddling area .plus boats paddle boards , fishing instruction and equipment with unique catch nets . Zipwire hammocks , forest activities for the kids , arts and crafts , fireside cooking etc
We have many activities at the farm including woodland activities , cooking campfire with our unique forest school .
Loads of fun with friendly lambs, piglets, donkeys and mini cows to pet and feed. Your stay includes a farm tour with farmer Morag and the team, bottle feed our piglets walk our baby mini pygmy goats, ALL ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF YOUR STAY (no extra costs) such as arts and crafts are available, plus play areas, with zip wire, fishing, boats, swimming and paddling in our crystal clear chalk stream. We have 60 acres of grade 1 listed farmland, woodlands, a canal, river and meadows to explore. We are 5 minutes from Hertford north train station which has trains every 35 mins to Central London. Close to all the amazing activities, museums, bars, restaurants and shops of historic Hertford. Close to Hertfordshire Zoo, Harry Potter World, and loads of attractions.
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Whitlingham Broad Campsite
16. Whitlingham Broad Campsite
98%
(170)
Norfolk, England · 69 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Laid-back camping and glamping a stone's throw from Norwich and at the gateway to the Norfolk Broads
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Goldcrest - Breakaway Camping
17. Goldcrest - Breakaway Camping
93%
(21)
Beccles, England · 7 units · Tents, Glamping
Situated in NR34 Suffolk , 15 Minute drive to beaches and market towns .
*6 large camping pitches
*8 Birth caravan - Gas central heating - Bedding included
*Indoor & outdoor eating area's
*2 communal fire pits and seating
*Woodland walk
*Wildflower meadows
*Shower and toilet Room
Welcome Barn with -washing station - microwave - Fridge - Toaster - Kettle - charging point - Drinking water-Honesty Shop.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire
18. Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire
97%
(156)
Ely, England · 6 units · Tents, Glamping
Cosy year-round glamping and seasonal camping in a fenland meadow with views of Ely cathedral
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Campfires
Showers
Fire and Feast Suffolk
19. Fire and Feast Suffolk
100%
(38)
Cratfield, England · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Camping in the beautiful country of Suffolk, with a rustic dining experience like no other
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Chapter Farm Camping
20. Chapter Farm Camping
98%
(21)
Canterbury, England · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Family-friendly camping in a quiet countryside setting close to the beach at Whitstable
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Bridge Woods
Bridge Woods
97%
(35)
England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Small Farm with riverside. Very safe and quiet.
Dog's more than welcome. The land is fully fenced off for dogs to roam freely if wanted. There is a pond for them to cool down in the summer.
There are toilets and a washing machine. There is also a place to do some washing up if needed.
The campsite is located 5 minute walk away from a bus stop that can take you into Cambridge. We can provide a shuttle if needed.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Daisy May’s Farm
Daisy May’s Farm
87%
(192)
Bishop's Stortford, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Our pop up campsite is set in 20 acres on a not for profit community farm. Come and join us in the great outdoors! Help collect the eggs, feed the chickens and milk the goat! There is always lots going on at Daisy May’s Farm!
Children’s play areas, paddle stream, woodland walks and lots more!
PITCH FEE INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE FARM & ALL ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS!
Open 7 days a week. Coffee Cabin and Ollie’s Food Hut also serving hot food
(Weekends & school holiday 10-3pm)
Local pub - 5 mins walk
Golf Course (crazy golf, top golf, 9 hole course, bar and food) - 5 mins walk
Shop/post office/chip shop - 10 mins walk
Toilets & shower ; hot gas shower available but we are a basic wild, mostly off grid site. No concrete heated toilet blocks I’m afraid! (Showers unavailable in Winter months)
There will be mud. Bring your wellies!
Drinking water and bins available.
Bring a torch for walking around the site at night. The site is off grid and the toilet lights are solar operated!
CARAVANS - ONLY BOOKABLE MAY - SEPTEMBERTENTS - CAMPER VANS - MOTORHOMES WELCOME ALL YEAR (all pitches are the same. No need to specify which type of unit you are booking)
We look forwards to welcoming you soon!
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Riverside Farm experience fire & activities
Riverside Farm experience fire & activities
83%
(43)
England · 84 units · Tents, Glamping
NEW we have 2 brand new toilet blocks with multiple toilets , showers , basins .
NEW we have 2 full kitchens for you to use with fridge freezers , gas hobs , electric , and everything needed for your stay
we have many different options including bring your own tent , belltent yurts cabins . please enquire for info
farm riverside camping in an idyllic 60 acre grade 1 listed country estate conservation farm and pleasure grounds in central Hertford. Large free camping meadow includes fire pits next to the river and ancient woodlands. Stunning valley views. Paddle swim boat fish in our crystal clear chalk streams , explore our woodland areas , with hammocks swings and huge 1960s army parachute shelter.
NEW Goldings sandy beach , next to our crystal clear shallow paddling area .plus boats paddle boards , fishing instruction and equipment with unique catch nets . Zipwire hammocks , forest activities for the kids , arts and crafts , fireside cooking etc
We have many activities at the farm including woodland activities , cooking campfire with our unique forest school .
Loads of fun with friendly lambs, piglets, donkeys and mini cows to pet and feed. Your stay includes a farm tour with farmer Morag and the team, bottle feed our piglets walk our baby mini pygmy goats, ALL ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF YOUR STAY (no extra costs) such as arts and crafts are available, plus play areas, with zip wire, fishing, boats, swimming and paddling in our crystal clear chalk stream. We have 60 acres of grade 1 listed farmland, woodlands, a canal, river and meadows to explore. We are 5 minutes from Hertford north train station which has trains every 35 mins to Central London. Close to all the amazing activities, museums, bars, restaurants and shops of historic Hertford. Close to Hertfordshire Zoo, Harry Potter World, and loads of attractions.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Whitlingham Broad Campsite
Whitlingham Broad Campsite
98%
(170)
Norfolk, England · 69 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Laid-back camping and glamping a stone's throw from Norwich and at the gateway to the Norfolk Broads
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Goldcrest - Breakaway Camping
Goldcrest - Breakaway Camping
93%
(21)
Beccles, England · 7 units · Tents, Glamping
Situated in NR34 Suffolk , 15 Minute drive to beaches and market towns .
*6 large camping pitches
*8 Birth caravan - Gas central heating - Bedding included
*Indoor & outdoor eating area's
*2 communal fire pits and seating
*Woodland walk
*Wildflower meadows
*Shower and toilet Room
Welcome Barn with -washing station - microwave - Fridge - Toaster - Kettle - charging point - Drinking water-Honesty Shop.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
Hill Farm Secluded Camping
Hill Farm Secluded Camping
95%
(37)
Darsham, England · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Fancy some secluded downtime exploring rural coastal Suffolk? The tree-shaded pitches at Hill Farm are in a peaceful setting near the market towns of Saxmundham and Halesworth, and handily accessible from the A12, as well as to the coast and pretty villages, historical hamlets, and popular seaside towns, such as Southwold and Aldeburgh.
This is a site that welcomes families and groups of friends, and it's dog-friendly too (there’s a 4-acre woodland to the north of the site that's great for dog walking). The site has good TV reception for relaxing indoors on damp or chilly days.
The popular village of Westleton (10 minutes’ drive) has a village store, a farm shop, a garage and 2 pubs; and if you fancy a change from cooking, there is also a nice pub and a tearoom, in the Darsham village area (only 5 minutes drive or a 30 minute walk away through some lovely fields).
Back on site, there are a toilet cabins with hot running water, plus other facilities including 4 showers, a portaloo, and a washing machine, grey waste and chemical toilet disposal and recycling points. Wi-fi is nearly all over the site too.
The shared facilities at the top of the site also has a fridge and a washing up area, with a warm water tap, a nearby kettle and a plug socket for charging mobiles. Picnic tables, PIR lighting and Starlink wifi is also provided.
Please not that dogs must be kept on a lead at all times, and yes campfires are allowed, as long as the fire pit is raised off the ground and the fire is supervised at all times, with a bucket of water at hand too. Thank you for booking!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
93%
(288)
Woodbridge, England · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Campsite manage :07733521815 We are a wild campsite with character and history.
Our most popular pitch is our beautiful SSSI woodland.
There are only 25 pitches available. We have a mid wild pitch on the outskirts of the woods, lovely grassed area between trees. Our top field is perfect for motorhomes & caravans.
Plenty of space to breath and relax. Located on the stunning heathlands of the Sutton Heath. We are surrounded by beautiful woodland walks, including the Sandlings walk and just 10 minutes from the river Deben.
We have a bus stop at the top of the track and Melton train station is a 20 minute walk or 5 minute drive. There are access points onto public footpaths, leading to Rendlesham Forest. A famous site for UFOs! Sutton Hoo is a stone's throw away. Bring your bikes and explore the area on wheels.
There is water access and portaloos. We do not have showers yet. Blue/grey waste must be taken away. LEAVE NO TRACE
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
Bridge Woods
Bridge Woods
97%
(35)
England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Small Farm with riverside. Very safe and quiet.
Dog's more than welcome. The land is fully fenced off for dogs to roam freely if wanted. There is a pond for them to cool down in the summer.
There are toilets and a washing machine. There is also a place to do some washing up if needed.
The campsite is located 5 minute walk away from a bus stop that can take you into Cambridge. We can provide a shuttle if needed.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Painters Farm Campsite
Painters Farm Campsite
99%
(50)
Whitstable, England · 46 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nestled beside the village of Painters Forstal, Faversham, Kent.
Our two acre orchard site with grass pitches.
The campsite lies within seventeen acres on the slope of The Kent Downs, a designated area of natural beauty.
The Alma ale house at the edge of the farm serves Shepherds Neame and hot meals all year round.
Two acre quiet cherry orchard site based around a Tudor Manor house 1547 that gives its name to our village. Surrounded by orchards and open countryside but within easy reach of Faversham, Whitstable and Canterbury. Pitches for tents, campervans, motorhomes and touring caravans with or without electric hook up on a level grassy site. Pets are welcome and a crew member is always around the reception or farm to help out.
The Campsite is open from 1st march until 31st October.
The local area is awash with things to do. Faversham once the busiest port in 17th century England for its wool trade has the longest complete medieval street in the country. A wealth of little shops, cafes and pubs as well as the country’s oldest family owned brewery Shepherd Neame.
Whitstable sitting just along the coast, famed for its Oysters and Sunsets is a fun beachside community bustling in the summer months and hauntingly bleak in the winter ones. The World Heritage sites of Canterbury are just a fifteen minute trip away with all its well documented history and plentiful shops and eateries.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Pitt Wood
Pitt Wood
100%
(3)
Halstead, England · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Pitt Wood is a quiet and secluded forest set in the borders of Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and Essex. The site is off grid offering private and spacious pitches for campers wanting a more authentic woodland camp. We have a large communal cooking area and tipi as well as compost toilets. The woods is a short drive from Sturmer and Halstead which hosts real ale pubs and country cafes.
Pets
Campfires
Daisy May’s Farm
Daisy May’s Farm
87%
(192)
Bishop's Stortford, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Our pop up campsite is set in 20 acres on a not for profit community farm. Come and join us in the great outdoors! Help collect the eggs, feed the chickens and milk the goat! There is always lots going on at Daisy May’s Farm!
Children’s play areas, paddle stream, woodland walks and lots more!
PITCH FEE INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE FARM & ALL ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS!
Open 7 days a week. Coffee Cabin and Ollie’s Food Hut also serving hot food
(Weekends & school holiday 10-3pm)
Local pub - 5 mins walk
Golf Course (crazy golf, top golf, 9 hole course, bar and food) - 5 mins walk
Shop/post office/chip shop - 10 mins walk
Toilets & shower ; hot gas shower available but we are a basic wild, mostly off grid site. No concrete heated toilet blocks I’m afraid! (Showers unavailable in Winter months)
There will be mud. Bring your wellies!
Drinking water and bins available.
Bring a torch for walking around the site at night. The site is off grid and the toilet lights are solar operated!
CARAVANS - ONLY BOOKABLE MAY - SEPTEMBERTENTS - CAMPER VANS - MOTORHOMES WELCOME ALL YEAR (all pitches are the same. No need to specify which type of unit you are booking)
We look forwards to welcoming you soon!
Pets
Campfires
Showers
1 events @ the candlesticks
1 events @ the candlesticks
100%
(3)
Hatfield, England · 1 unit
Nestled in the picturesque Hertfordshire countryside, the campsite at The Candlestick offers a peaceful rural retreat surrounded by rolling farmland, woodland walks, and open skies. Located beside the historic Candlestick country pub on the outskirts of Essendon, guests can enjoy the perfect combination of countryside camping and traditional pub hospitality. The pub is known for its welcoming atmosphere, food service, garden, and popularity with walkers and cyclists.
Whether you're travelling by tent, campervan, motorhome, or touring caravan, this tranquil setting provides an ideal base for exploring the Hertfordshire countryside while remaining within easy reach of London and local attractions. Guests can relax with a meal or drink at the pub after a day of walking or cycling through the surrounding rural landscape. The elevated location offers attractive countryside views and a genuine escape from the pace of everyday life.
Highlights
Peaceful countryside location in Essendon, Hertfordshire
Adjacent to a traditional country pub serving food and drinks
Ideal for walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers
Suitable for tents, campervans, motorhomes, and touring caravans
Dog-friendly environment
Convenient access to local footpaths and village amenities
Easy access to Hatfield, St Albans, and London transport links
Whether you're stopping for a single night or planning a longer countryside getaway, The Candlestick campsite offers a relaxed and welcoming setting to unwind and enjoy the best of rural Hertfordshire.
**dog friendly**
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Tent
With pets
A lovely quiet campsite, getting back to nature and unplugging. A great way to spend unseasonably warm early October days.
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2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
We enjoyed our stay at this rural and well-hidden gem of a campsite. We used it as a base to walk to Ely. The comunal firepit was a delight, as were the goats, chickens and pony. Be prepared to be woken early by the cockerels though
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Noora
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Thank you so much! We came from London for my nephews 7th birthday. We had an amazing time as a family camping for the weekend. It was nice to get off our phones and spend time together.
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darren
2 weeks ago
Tent
I booked a couple of nights because I wanted a base as I wanted to try and get some photos of the local red deer...The hosts were so helpful especially as I'd forgotten my camping pots and pans and they were kind enough to lend me some...The site was beautiful and very atmospheric with owls hooting and buzzards flying overhead...All in all a great site which I'll definitely be using again...Oh and I eventually managed to find my red deer stag too...Many thanks....😊👍
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Laura Jane
3 weeks ago
4 m campervan
We absolutely loved our stay. Beautiful woodland surroundings, friendly host, basic (but clean) amenities. Everything you would want for a wild camping experience. Plenty to do and see in the surrounding area too.
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Tommy
3 weeks ago
Tent
Had a great weekend camping on Jon’s site. Facilities were great and location was perfect. Would highly recommend
See moreNicholas
September 2026
5 m campervan
With pets
We originally booked for just 4 nights. But once arrived we extended a futher 2 nights, silas and Tom made us feel very welcome and couldn't do enough so help us and show us round and explain everything.
The facilities are somewhat basic but fully functional for our needs. The site is a work in progress but a very special place indeed. We will certainly be returning next season so see their progress and enjoy another wonderful stay at what I'd call a small piece of paradise. What also say is we are a group of 3 with limited mobility and the site was easy to navigate and flat. So I'd happily recommend this site to all able and disabled campers.
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Lihsia
September 2026
Tent
Stunning woods and what amounts to what legal wild camping could feel like. Jon is such a lovely host. So friendly and accommodating. The composting toilet was well maintained which meant it didn’t smell like some campsites I’ve been to. It is a working farm so do message or call ahead to let Jon know your arrival times etc. it helps him to make the arrival more smooth.
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John
September 2026
Tent
Such a lovely rural and idyllic campsite. Dark and silent. Had a great nights sleep. Also loved the toilets. Clean and full of character. Thank you for letting me stay.
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Hamilton
September 2026
Tent
I have nothing but good tbings to say about campung at hipcamp. The people running the camp were great; helpful and friendly. The fascilies were more than what anyone would need and maticulously cleaned every day.
The surroumding area is a treat too with loads to see and do, for adults and kids alike.
Be back soon but will he going for one of the other great looking accomodations they have on offer for a change.
Thank you guys.
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Luke
September 2026
Tent
With kids
We loved it. Just what we needed! Martin was also really helpful. Would definitely recommend.
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Sally
September 2026
Tent
With kids
What a beautiful campsite! We are definitely coming back again. Secluded pitches set in roses and a large variety of trees. Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Safe and wonderful site for kids to explore and make friends with other kiddie campers. Clean compost loos.
See moreMaya
September 2026
Tent
Group trip
We had a great time! Plenty of amenities were available near the campsite area yet it felt very remote and secluded. Jon was super friendly and helpful
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Lianne
September 2026
7 m campervan
I loved my stay so much that I extended for a further two nights, and changed all my plans so I wouldn't have to leave.
The outdoor communal kitchen was amazing to cook on, and the Tipi was a lovely added touch. Robert and his little dog Bear were so welcoming, and gave me lots of tips about the local area, and then they left me to relax in the magical surroundings of Pitt Wood!
I will 100% be back, in fact he might have to have me physically removed as I never want to leave. Thank you so much Rob and Bear!
See moreAsh
September 2026
3 m campervan
A great little spot!! Very welcoming hosts!! Also super loverly having chickens running around!! Loved it!!
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Ash
September 2026
3 m campervan
Really great spot near Sutton hoo if you wanna feel like you’re really wild camping!
See moreRyan
September 2026
Tent
Group trip
Wonderful, perfect for my birthday. Was great to be so close to the animals, and the wood fire was great.
Thanks again Jon
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Asher
September 2026
Tent
My son and I are prolific campers, and we enjoyed every aspect of our week at Martin's Meadow campsite.
The layout is unlike any campsite I've visited. The pitches surround a field, with the river running behind them. There's plenty of space between pitches, and it's one of the few campsites where simply sitting down to enjoy the view or watch the sunset is a pleasure.
Every pitch has a fire pit, and Martin provides plenty of firewood free of charge.
The location is excellent too, within easy reach of Chelmsford and Ongar.
There are warm showers and proper toilets, but don't expect luxury.
And chatting with Martin is a fun part of the experience.
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August 2026
6 m campervan
With pets
I love it here, so peaceful. Grab a hammock and enjoy
See moreMateusz
August 2026
Tent
With kids
We loved the tent camping on Martin's land. There were almost unlimited space, very quiet. Met Martin and he is really nice person.
There was water, hot water, two toilets and two showers available to use.
This was our second camping on his land within August.
We could have camp fire and stay late and kept warm by the fire.
Definitely will come back next year.
This is short drive from London but between the filds.
We got a tour on his farm and find more about his farm.
See moreDedham Vale AONB camping guide
Where to go
Dedham
The village that gives the valley its name, Dedham is a popular destination for outdoor adventurers right on the River Stour. From here, several walking and cycling routes take adventurers deep into Constable Country, via landmarks such as the Church of St Mary the Virgin, Castle House, Fern Bridge, and Flatford Mill. Private farmland provides plenty of camping options, while Ardleigh to the south boasts its own caravan site.
Nayland & Wissington
These two villages in the west of Dedham Vale AONB remain off the region’s beaten track, despite their riverside locations and Norman landmarks. Strolling along the Stour’s banks and wildlife-watching from the water are both popular pastimes here, with canoe rental available at area campsites.
Bures & Sudbury
These well-connected towns just west of Dedham Vale offer easy access to both Essex and Suffolk, as well as the Area of Natural Beauty itself, and can be reached in just over an hour from London Liverpool Street. Bikers can explore the rolling cyclepath that connects the two rural towns, while walkers can wander the area’s reserves, woodland, and water meadows. Camping options include wild-style experiences or caravanning at one of the region’s touring parks.
Cattawade, Manningtree & the Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB
The spot where the River Stour splits is a favourite among outdoor enthusiasts, thanks to its striking views, nature reserves, and waterside campsites. Plus, just a stone’s throw away is the beginning of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB, which stretches up the coastline all the way to Lowestoft. Coastal caravan parks and campgrounds make it easy to tick both AONBs off in one tour.
