Campsites for hikers in Dedham Vale AONB

·

Dedham Vale AONB draws hikers for its winding trails, patchwork fields, and quiet woodlands. With over 290 camping options tailored for hikers, you’ll find pitches that put you steps from some of East Anglia’s best footpaths. Prices start at just £13 per night, with an average around £105. Top picks include Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire (53 reviews), Whitlingham Broad Campsite (52 reviews), and Wardley Hill Campsite (41 reviews). Most sites welcome pets, allow campfires, and offer proper toilets. You’ll spot deer at dawn, catch glimpses of kingfishers by the river, and finish your hike with a local ale in a nearby pub. Pack sturdy boots and a torch—Dedham Vale’s footpaths can get muddy, and the stars are worth staying out for.

99% (531) 1,334 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in Dedham Vale AONB

Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

1. Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

94%
(254)
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
Chapter Farm Camping

2. Chapter Farm Camping

100%
(22)
Canterbury, England · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Family-friendly camping in a quiet countryside setting close to the beach at Whitstable
Pets
Showers
Potable water
Brightwell Country Park

3. Brightwell Country Park

100%
(15)
Woodbridge, England · 1 unit
Bell tents and an accessible cabin, with activities right from your door
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
Firs Glamping

4. Firs Glamping

Southwold, England · 5 units
Our small site of 5 spacious bell tents is the perfect spot for a romantic couples retreat, or a relaxed family holiday in this unspoilt village, just 4 miles from the coastal town of Southwold. Nestled between the stunning nature spots of Dunwich, RSPB Minsmere and the Norfolk Broads, you couldn’t be better placed to explore the peaceful Suffolk countryside. Just throw open the doors of your bell tent to enjoy a beautiful view of the rolling fields, right from the comfort of your luxurious double bed and goose down duvet.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
Whitlingham Broad Campsite

5. Whitlingham Broad Campsite

97%
(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
Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

6. Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

97%
(150)
Ely, England · 6 units · Tents, Glamping
Cosy year-round glamping and seasonal camping in a fenland meadow with views of Ely cathedral
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Wardley Hill Campsite

7. Wardley Hill Campsite

100%
(114)
Bungay, England · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A relaxed, back-to-basics campsite on the Norfolk Suffolk border
Pets
Showers
Potable water
Field of dreams

8. Field of dreams

100%
(5)
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
Showers
Potable water
Picnic table
Painters Farm Campsite

9. Painters Farm Campsite

99%
(45)
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
Fire and Feast Suffolk

10. Fire and Feast Suffolk

100%
(36)
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
Hillside Farm Camping

11. Hillside Farm Camping

100%
(10)
Market Weston, England · 12 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping with campfires on the Norfolk-Suffolk border
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Brakehill Lodge Farm Camping

12. Brakehill Lodge Farm Camping

100%
(46)
Norfolk, England · 4 units
Small, secluded, homespun farm campsite in rural Norfolk, a short drive from Thetford Forest Park
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
The Orchard at Fen End Farm

13. The Orchard at Fen End Farm

96%
(13)
Cambridge, England · 4 units
No passing traffic; no near neighbours; just sweet rural seclusion when glamping at this organic Fenland apple orchard near Cambridge
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
Gemini Camp

14. Gemini Camp

100%
(12)
Elsenham, England · 1 unit
Glamping stays in a cabin on a private six-acre nature reserve in Essex
Pets
Showers
Potable water
Ling's Meadow

15. Ling's Meadow

100%
(25)
Hepworth, England · 6 units
Spacious tent pitches and glamping set within a lush, four-acre meadow, abuzz with Suffolk wildlife
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Nelson Park Riding Centre

16. Nelson Park Riding Centre

93%
(7)
Margate, England · 3 units
Glamping with a view of the horses in Thanet's largest riding centre.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
Piggles Retreat

17. Piggles Retreat

Cambridgeshire, England · 3 units
Nestled discreetly on the outskirts of the iconic town of Cambridge, UK, a mere 25-minute drive away, lies the exquisite Piggles Retreat. Elevating the glamping experience to unparalleled heights, this enchanting haven caters to both families and couples seeking an unforgettable getaway. Immerse yourself in the tranquillity of nature as you indulge in the comfort of up to three exclusive wooden cabins, thoughtfully designed to accommodate 1-4 persons each. For those seeking extra space to unwind with extended family, children, or friends, an inviting annex cabin awaits your arrival. While preserving the essence of camping, each cabin boasts its own private bathroom, just a leisurely stroll away, ensuring convenience without compromising on authenticity. These authentic cabin are a dream-come-true. Located in a private area, these homes are equipped with everything you'll need for a relaxing time away. In a great position near to Newmarket, a stay in our cosy cabins are sure to be one of the most memorable vacations you'll experience. You can also have a relaxing boat ride on the lake. As a self-catering cabins, you'll find everything you need for a perfect stay. The kitchen areas have a fridge, a kettle, a freezer and a microwave. Cutlery and plates etc are supplied. The cabins are a perfect place to relax and offers a television. There is one bedroom in the cabins which contains a double bed. All bed linen is supplied. Although the cabins are designed for 2 guests it can accommodate up to 4 guests for an additional £ 30.00 per night per guest. There is a sofa bed and we can supply a put up bed if required. The extra guests will have to bring their own bed linen or bring a sleeping bag. There is a private luxury bathroom a short walk away which has a toilet and a walk-in shower. Shampoo and soap is provided but please bring your own towels. There are free parking on premises parking facilities available at the property. Use Code 8SJVPVML for 20% off any unit this summer!
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
Driftways Glamping and Camping

18. Driftways Glamping and Camping

100%
(13)
Pulham Market, England · 13 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and glamping in a spacious meadow on a South Norfolk smallholding
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

19. Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

100%
(21)
Brightlingsea Road, England · 2 units
Luxury shepherds huts near the Essex coast, with beautiful, watery surroundings and a wonderfully private setting
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
Willow Grove Farm Glamping

20. Willow Grove Farm Glamping

100%
(12)
Lakenheath, England · 13 units
Furnished bell tents with private shower rooms, great for gatherings and get togethers.
Pets
Showers
Campfires

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field
Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Popular Dedham Vale AONB holidays

Top towns in and near Dedham Vale AONB