94% (1.2K) • 4,164 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Bedford
Wild Canvas Camping
1. Wild Canvas Camping
92%
(38)
12km from Bedford · 26 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A pop-up campsite on the banks of the River Great Ouse, with workshops, music, good food and a festival vibe
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Wingbury Farm Glamping
2. Wingbury Farm Glamping
98%
(26)
35km from Bedford · 3 units
Modern pod glamping with hot tubs in a quiet Buckinghamshire meadow
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
Chiltern Yurts
3. Chiltern Yurts
100%
(10)
38km from Bedford · 2 units
Tranquil yurt glamping in a lush meadow at the foot of the Chiltern Hills
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
Pitchcott Farm
4. Pitchcott Farm
92%
(31)
41km from Bedford · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Nearly wild, back-to-nature camping on a regenerative farm in Buckinghamshire
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Secluded Woodland Camp
5. Secluded Woodland Camp
97%
(19)
43km from Bedford · 31 units · Tents, Glamping
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
Arthingworth Camping
6. Arthingworth Camping
96%
(56)
43km from Bedford · 12 units
Tents-only, family-friendly camping in the Northamptonshire countryside with gorgeous rural walks.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
The Orchard at Fen End Farm
7. The Orchard at Fen End Farm
96%
(13)
44km from Bedford · 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
Get Lost In Nature glamping
8. Get Lost In Nature glamping
100%
(15)
46km from Bedford · 5 units · Tents, Glamping
Family-friendly farm glamping, with luxury bell tents in a glorious natural woodland setting
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Rural Relaxing
9. Rural Relaxing
93%
(14)
51km from Bedford · 22 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family-friendly camping and glamping on the edge of Medbourne – a charming Leicestershire village with a pub, tea rooms and post office
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Heygates Lodging
10. Heygates Lodging
100%
(21)
51km from Bedford · 2 units
Escape to the peace and tranquillity of the Northamptonshire countryside in one of our luxury adults-only canalside lodges. Whether you're looking to relax, explore or simply switch off, everything you need is right here.
Each handcrafted lodge features a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, grill, induction hob, fridge/freezer, bean-to-cup coffee machine, cookware & utensils. You'll also enjoy a king-size Emma mattress, wood-burning stove, private bathroom, towels, dressing gowns, slippers and plenty of thoughtful touches to make your stay extra special.
Outside, unwind in your own private wood-fired hot tub, enjoy evenings around the fire pit, cook on the BBQ, or simply relax on the decking or hammock overlooking the canal. All fuel for the hot tub, fire pit and wood burner is provided.
Step onto peaceful canalside walks where nature is never far away. Keep an eye out for red kites, buzzards and kingfishers, and if you're lucky, you may even spot an otter swimming along the canal. Each lodge also has its own private fishing peg on a quiet turning point in the canal, meaning you'll rarely be disturbed by passing boats.
A selection of welcoming country pubs and restaurants are just a short drive away, while the attractive market towns of Rugby & Market Harborough can both be reached in around 20 minutes.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Bridge Woods
11. Bridge Woods
97%
(17)
51km from Bedford · 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
Brook Meadow at The Wrongs Farm
12. Brook Meadow at The Wrongs Farm
97%
(86)
51km from Bedford · 70 units
A secluded lakeside campsite to fall in love with
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Walltree House Camping
13. Walltree House Camping
98%
(29)
53km from Bedford · 34 units · Tents, Glamping
Simple camping in the grounds of a farmhouse, with thrill-seeking activities in arm's reach
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Cuckoo Farm Campsite
14. Cuckoo Farm Campsite
99%
(205)
53km from Bedford · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family camping with campfires on an organic farm, set alongside the beautiful River Chater
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Gemini Camp
15. Gemini Camp
100%
(12)
54km from Bedford · 1 unit
Glamping stays in a cabin on a private six-acre nature reserve in Essex
Pets
Showers
Potable water
Stamford Meadows Glamping
16. Stamford Meadows Glamping
100%
(12)
56km from Bedford · 3 units
Peaceful, private yurt glamping in the heart of the Stamford Meadows
Pets
Showers
Campfires
Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP
17. Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP
98%
(316)
58km from Bedford · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, friendly riverside campsite in Cambridgeshire – with campfires allowed
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
The Pig Place Campsite
18. The Pig Place Campsite
92%
(93)
58km from Bedford · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Canal-side camping for adults on a rustic Oxfordshire pig farm
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Penn Meadow Farm
19. Penn Meadow Farm
91%
(257)
60km from Bedford · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Penn Meadow Farm is a beautiful 145 acre, family farm, nestled perfectly into the Chiltern Hills area of outstanding natural beauty. We’re just a 5 minute walk across our grassy fields to the oldest free-house pub in England (The Royal Standard of England)
Say hello to our resident alpacas, sheep, pigs, pigmy goats, flock of 250 sheep and of course our lovely boarder collies.
We aim to be a very relaxed spot to be able to rest for a few nights and maybe enjoying a nice camp fire in the evening.
The site includes;
Showers and Toilet block with toilet paper stocked.
Open family pitches for you to choose where you want to set up
Running drinking water
Shared open kitchen
Fires allowed but must be off the ground
BBQ's allowed
To ensure everyone’s enjoyment and safety, please follow these rules:
Supervise children: Always supervise your children and ensure they do not wander off alone.
Clean up after yourself: Dispose of all waste properly in the designated bins and leave no trace behind. Wash any items you use and return them to where you found them.
Respect other campers: Be courteous to fellow campers and respect their privacy and space.
Pets: If you bring pets, ensure they are well-behaved, kept on a leash or have impeccable recall, and cleaned up after. Do not allow your pet to enter another camper's space.
Quiet time: Maintain quiet hours between 10pm and 8am. All music must stop by 10pm, and noise should be minimal after 10pm.
Campfires: Penn Meadow Farm allows fires; but must be kept off the ground in BBQs or firepits. Fire pits are available to rent from check in. Never leave any fires unattended and ensure they are completely extinguished when finished.
Cars/vehicles: Cars and vehicles can be on the field but should move minimally and always under 8mph. Car stereos should not be used for music entertainment.
We do not typically book Large non-family groups unless they are seeking a calm and peaceful stay. These groups must have authorization prior to the visit.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Sleep Wild
20. Sleep Wild
100%
(21)
60km from Bedford · 2 units
Curvy cabins with hot tubs on an expansive farm in the Oxfordshire countryside
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Wesley
2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
With pets
Really fantastic spot, close to a good pub
Excellent showers
Would go again
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luna
2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
Every time I've visited Bridge Woods there has been updated amenities
Yet still keeping the wild camping vibes
Looking forward to my next trip to explore the surrounding area
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Emily
2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
We loved our stay! Owners were amazing and couldn’t do enough for us. They lit a camp fire in the evening which was a lovely touch and our son enjoyed feeding the pony, chickens and goats and playing with Bear the dog. A very peaceful camp ground, perfect for us, with the added bonus of toilets and showers. They also have access to the river and we enjoyed heading out on our kayak during our stay. Would highly recommend. Beautiful site, beautiful people!
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Raz
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Great camping area. The host is very helpful. The kids enjoyed the animals, especially playing with the dogs.
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Justyna
2 weeks ago
Tent
Lovely place and great hosts, lots of space and and things to do.
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Edmund
2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
With kids
Great place to camp, friendly animals, nice vibes, good space and facilities. Fire pit is really nice.
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Harriett
2 weeks ago
18 m campervan
Great sleep can't complain.
Enjoyed the river
Lovely afternoon
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Michael
3 weeks ago
3 m campervan
Silas is a great friendly host. When we arrived, he showed us the site and introduced us to the Pony and goats.
His one year old Labrador is cute and playful. We were visited every day to play fetch.
The chickens however, would surround you when food was in sight.
The first night, we were invited to a log fire where we met Silas's partner and father, all lovely people.
All in all, it's a fair site. two communal showers with hot water, a loo under the stars and a washing-up area.
Nights were peaceful, starting with beautiful sunsets.
If you fancy farm-style living, then you will enjoy it.
Thank you, Silas. We had a lovely, relaxing stay.
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Sandra
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
We just got back from another stay here, and it was just as great as our trip last year!
The hosts are so lovely and welcoming. The facilities are top-notch, too—the showers actually have really good water pressure, and having a little kitchenette with a fridge, kettle, and cooker makes camping so much easier.
The vibe is just really fun and relaxed. We loved seeing all the kids running around and having water fights; it’s a perfect family atmosphere. We had a brilliant time and we’ll definitely be heading back again!
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Artur
3 weeks ago
Tent
Very nice and private campsite, we had amazing time!
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Vidmantas
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
As always, nice and cozy, beautiful place. Thank you very much
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Grahame
June 2026
6 m campervan
With pets
we loved the site we did camp close to the water but in hindsight the facilities are attached to the house by the gate so was a bit of a trek to and from the pitch but all in all we had a fantastic time Andy was brilliant took us to our pitch and gave us a run down of the site and helped me put with a set of alen keys so i could fix my motorbike thanks Andy 😊👍
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Nidal
June 2026
Tent
Excellent camp site with lovely host. Feeling the need to get off line? This is the perfect place. Woodland was full of ancient species indicators, neighbours were friendly goats and chickens.
Camped in the woods and it was secluded and private, cool in the summer heat.
13/10 would stay again.
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Karen
June 2026
Tent
With kids
Had a fantastic stay at this campsite! The facilities were excellent and the hot showers a real treat. The views were absolutely stunning, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind.
The staff were friendly and welcoming, creating a lovely atmosphere throughout our stay. We especially loved the open mic night - such a fun evening and added to the great community feel of the campsite.
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will definitely be coming back again. Highly recommended!
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Jessie
June 2026
Tent
With pets
Lovely camp site
Clean facilities
Spaced out pitches
Can’t wait to come again
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Dan
June 2026
Tent
With pets
Perfect campsite for a weekend of Paddleboarding kayaking and wild swimming. The site facilities are immaculate no matter what time of the day. The river is easily accessible and beautiful. We had the best couple of days and will definitely be returning very soon.
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Paul
June 2026
5 m campervan
Silas’ place is just wonderful, low tech and high touch, a great base to visit Ely and Ely’s cathedral, Cambridge and wander through the countryside. Slias is very hospitable and easy going, a ‘must meet’ if you’re in the neighbourhood!
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David
June 2026
Tent
With pets
Penn Meadow is a lovely place that combines the beauty of the English countryside with a few modern conveniences to make for a great camping experience. Will definitely be back!
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Sam
June 2026
5 m car
Great relaxing place to stay Silas very friendly and helpful, animals running around, lovely walks around
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Paul
June 2026
Tent
With kids
Have stayed twice now with my son who is six, facilities are spot on and staff are really helpful/friendly. Pizza van on Saturday night was a nice touch, a short walk to the pub and the animals are great as an extra interest for the little ones. Thank you!
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Where to go
Bedfordshire
From reclaimed woodland around the Forest of Marston Vale to rich wetland along the River Great Ouse, there’s plenty to discover around Bedford. The region’s sprawling countryside offers plenty of camping options, including private working farms and riverside sites. Canoeing, horse riding, and cycling are all popular pastimes here, while ZSL Whipsnade Zoo is an ideal day trip attraction for Hipcampers with kids.
Hertfordshire
Nestled between London and Bedfordshire, this home county is a convenient launch point for exploration of south and east England. The enormous Lee Valley Park extends from the Hertfordshire town of Ware all the way to the East India Docks in the capital, and is a popular spot for hiking, cycling, angling, and riverside camping. Beyond, miles of agricultural and green belt land provide plenty of (almost) wild camping opportunities.
Buckinghamshire
This rural county just south of Bedford is home to National Trust properties, sprawling parks, and scenic valleys, making it a top destination for hikers and bikers, as well as history lovers. Outdoor attractions include Boarstall Duck Decoy, Black Park, and Langley Park, while tent and caravan pitches can be found throughout the region’s farmland and along the Bucks stretch of the Thames.
Chiltern Hills AONB
An hour southwest of Bedford, this Area of Natural Beauty boasts bridleways, cycleways, and national trails that take adventurers deep into quintessential English countryside, and the successful reintroduction of red kites has made this a popular place for birdwatching. Glampers, caravanners, and wild campers are catered for across the region’s private farms and campgrounds.
The Cotswolds AONB
One of England’s most famous landscapes, the Cotswolds encompasses rolling hills, river valleys, and scenic villages that makes the region a rambler’s paradise. From Bedford, the protected region can be reached in just under two hours by car. Glamping is an increasingly popular option for overnight adventurers, though holiday parks and back-to-basics campgrounds are also common.
When to go
England’s great outdoors can be explored at any time of year, with many campgrounds remaining open year-round, though winter wanderers should be prepared for the cold weather. July to August are the busiest times of year, so it’s best to book accommodation well in advance—Areas of Natural Beauty get particularly booked up.
Know before you go
- Public transport is fairly reliable around Bedford, though it can be useful to have a private vehicle to reach more secluded spots.
- Gear can sometimes be rented on site. Otherwise, there are plenty of supply shops in central Bedford.
