Lake Camping Near Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

Lake camping around Leighton Buzzard gives you real choice—over 80 campsites, each set up for easy access to water, wildlife-watching, and fishing. Expect average nightly prices of £150, but you’ll find options dipping as low as £14. Facilities like showers, toilets, and pet-friendly pitches come standard at many spots. You’ll find sites with direct lake views, hidden woodland glades, and easy walks straight from your tent. For well-reviewed stays, check out Radcot Leisure on Thames (97 reviews)—where the Thames bends slow and quiet—or try Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe (51 reviews), known for its quiet nights and ancient woodland. Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf (12 reviews) offers lakeside pods—cosy, with wildlife right outside your door. Rubbish bins are usually provided, but always double-check on arrival. Bring your boots and binoculars; you’ll want them both.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Leighton Buzzard

Lake camping around Leighton Buzzard gives you real choice—over 80 campsites, each set up for easy access to water, wildlife-watching, and fishing. Expect average nightly prices of £150, but you’ll find options dipping as low as £14. Facilities like showers, toilets, and pet-friendly pitches come standard at many spots. You’ll find sites with direct lake views, hidden woodland glades, and easy walks straight from your tent. For well-reviewed stays, check out Radcot Leisure on Thames (97 reviews)—where the Thames bends slow and quiet—or try Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe (51 reviews), known for its quiet nights and ancient woodland. Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf (12 reviews) offers lakeside pods—cosy, with wildlife right outside your door. Rubbish bins are usually provided, but always double-check on arrival. Bring your boots and binoculars; you’ll want them both.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Leighton Buzzard

1. The Nut Plat Retreat

93%

(72)

100km from Leighton Buzzard · 3 units · Glamping

Antique living wagons on the banks of the River Bourne, with a charming orchard setting, a pub down the lane and a history unlike anywhere else

2. Purple Badger Camping&Fishing Lakes

97%

(66)

87km from Leighton Buzzard · 12 units · Tents, Glamping

Glamping and campfire-friendly camping by a pair of fishing lakes in the Leicestershire countryside

3. Radcot Leisure on Thames

89%

(305)

68km from Leighton Buzzard · 50 units · Tents, Glamping

A Thames’ island campsite in the Oxfordshire countryside – with a lovely pub just over the bridge

4. Farm sleep cabin

41km from Leighton Buzzard · 1 unit · Glamping

Wonderful elevated views over the stunning grade 1 listed country estate from your tiny house bedroom.

5. Furnace Brook Cabins & Camping

130km from Leighton Buzzard · 16 units · Tents, Glamping

Welcome to Furnace Brook, a tranquil 60-acre Ecosystem Restoration Community tucked away in the rolling countryside of East Sussex. Here, peace, wildlife, and connection to nature come first. Whether you’re waking up in a handcrafted lakeside cabin or camping beneath the stars, this is a place to slow down, breathe deeply, and rediscover calm. At the heart of the land lies our beautiful lake, surrounded by native trees and wildflowers. Herons, dragonflies, and kingfishers visit often, and misty mornings give way to glowing sunsets reflected on the water. Our cabins blend simple comfort with rustic charm — natural materials and wide windows that open to birdsong. For campers, we have rural private pitches or spacious and communal spaces. It’s quiet here — no loud music, no generators, just the crackle of a fire and the sounds of nature at night. Furnace Brook is part of a working Ecosystem Restoration Community. Every stay supports rewilding and soil regeneration, helping wildlife and woodland return to the landscape. Guests are welcome to wander our trails, learn about the restoration work, or simply enjoy being surrounded by thriving nature. We also brew our own small-batch Furnace Brook Beer, made with local ingredients — the perfect companion for a lakeside sunset or a cosy evening by the fire. If you’re looking for stillness, beauty, and a genuine connection to the natural world, Furnace Brook offers it in abundance. Come to rest, reflect, and experience life at nature’s pace.

6. Hastingford Fishery Glamping

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(8)

116km from Leighton Buzzard · 4 units · Glamping

Searching for a peaceful holiday/short break without kids underfoot? Ramble along to Hastingford Fishery, an adults-only shepherd's hut and fishing site set in a scenic lakeside setting less than five minutes’ drive from the East Sussex village of Hadlow Down and 20 minutes from Royal Tunbridge Wells. This site should suit couples or singles wanting to 'get away from it all' and also fishing fans down to the ground. It’s got several fishing lakes to choose from with lots of different species, so settle down on the banks with rod in hand and while away a few hours (or days) in quiet contemplation, waiting for something to bite. But please note, the site is not for 'competition anglers' although there are plenty of good sized carp around. and asks anyone fishing to only use barbless hooks, and for fish to be returned to the lake quickly after being caught.Not the fishing type? Chill out in and around your secluded hut, or there’s plenty to entertain in a leisurely fashion: paths wind around the lakes and through copses/shaws (as this is the High Weald) plus through the local countryside. There are spectacular views towards the South Downs National Park from the top lakes. A spring-fed lake is also on site to cool off in with some wild swimming. Lots of bird life around, with feeders outside each hut and waterfowl visitors to the lakes.When it comes to eats, pick up or have supplies delivered from supermarkets or takeaways in Uckfield, Heathfield or Crowborough or take a drive to Buxted Park for some posh food or pubs in Blackboys, Crowborough, Ringles Cross, 5 Ash Down, Rotherfield, or Buxted (it'll take about 10 minutes to drive to any of these). Lots of sample menus in huts.

7. Arthur's Retreat Suffolk

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(6)

118km from Leighton Buzzard · 5 units · Motorhomes

A year-round lakeside site for motorhomes and caravans in Suffolk

8. Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

95%

(148)

62km from Leighton Buzzard · 14 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Think Countryfile meets Time Team. Camping in six-acres of unspoiled Cotswold countryside, built in the grounds of a Norman castle.

9. Glamping West Midlands

100%

(27)

127km from Leighton Buzzard · 4 units · Glamping

Head here for an authentic glamping getaway in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside

10. Wonderland Festival Retreat

100%

(6)

113km from Leighton Buzzard · 2 units · Glamping

Glamping by the lake with an optional sauna and hot tub

11. Riverside Farm experience camp fire

84%

(25)

41km from Leighton Buzzard · 43 units · Tents, Glamping

Wild farm 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 mini beach , sand area next to our crystal clear shallow paddling area . 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, 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.

12. Crooked Willows Farm

88%

(17)

148km from Leighton Buzzard · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Adults-only, back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm

13. Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf

100%

(23)

63km from Leighton Buzzard · 3 units · Glamping

Pod glamping and tent camping while watching boats go by on the banks of the Grand Union Canal

14. Serenity Lakes

100%

(5)

74km from Leighton Buzzard · 3 units · Glamping

Cosy shepherd's huts with hot tubs, set alongside a tranquil fishing lake.

15. Stargazer Glamping

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(40)

127km from Leighton Buzzard · 3 units · Glamping

Luxury bell-tent glamping for couples and families in the serene Wye Valley.

16. Farm stay belltent with activities

41km from Leighton Buzzard · 9 units · Tents

large belltent with double beds and other beds furnishing , outdoor kitchen close by with everything needed to cook bbq , firepits gazebos table chairs lights etc . just bring bedding , charcoal , wood and your clothes and towels! Everything else provided with activities fishing , swimming paddling boats paddle boards goldings beach by the crystal clear chalk stream , 60 acre rare breeds farm and grade 1 listed country estate to explore. Zipwire woodland area collect eggs chickens , hammocks play areas craft mini goat walks farm tour meet feed our friendly donkeys , mini cows piglets lambs etc Outdoor kitchen with everything needed , shelters

17. Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

100%

(21)

116km from Leighton Buzzard · 2 units · Glamping

Luxury shepherds huts near the Essex coast, with beautiful, watery surroundings and a wonderfully private setting

18. Brightwell Country Park

100%

(14)

134km from Leighton Buzzard · 1 unit · Glamping

Bell tents and an accessible cabin, with activities right from your door

19. Bell Tent Village Parks

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(11)

117km from Leighton Buzzard · 12 units · Glamping

Glamping on an established campsite next door to the National Watersports Centre in Nottingham

20. Belltent farm stay + activities

41km from Leighton Buzzard · 1 unit · Glamping

yurt belltent within the stunning grade 1 listed 60 acre working farm. Situated next to our crystal clear chalk stream with loads of activities included . The yurts are individually styled with proper double bed and extra beds, lighting and . Bedding access to our Yurt kitchen with everything needed for cooking , bbqs firepits plates , gas hobs kettles , electric point , fridge freezer, oven , sink , etc. Just bring your clothing , swimmers and towels if you want to use our streams , rivers, boats, paddle boards , flairs etc . We provide fishing instruction and catch nets to almost guarantee catch. Zipwire in our woodland area with hammocks , swings on the 700 year old Goldings oak tree, collect eggs from our friendly chickens ducks . Farm experience , with farmer morag where you cuddle , feed , our friendly mini baby goats , piglets , lambs , cows , horses and of course the famous Gary and elvis our adorable donkeys. Craft available , and our brand new Goldings Mini Beach , sand area next to the beautiful crystal clear chalk stream . No extra charges for any activities . Food truck on site . Explore our ancient woodland , meadows and rivers . Mins from Historic hertford town centre with its many bars restaurants , museum , art galleries , unique shops music venues . 10 mins walk to hertford north train station , 40 mins to central london . hertfordshire zoo , harry potter and many other attractions near .

Camper favorites near Leighton Buzzard

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf

100%

(23)

63km from Leighton Buzzard · 3 units · Glamping

Pod glamping and tent camping while watching boats go by on the banks of the Grand Union Canal

Serenity Lakes

100%

(5)

74km from Leighton Buzzard · 3 units · Glamping

Cosy shepherd's huts with hot tubs, set alongside a tranquil fishing lake.

Stargazer Glamping

100%

(40)

127km from Leighton Buzzard · 3 units · Glamping

Luxury bell-tent glamping for couples and families in the serene Wye Valley.

Farm stay belltent with activities

41km from Leighton Buzzard · 9 units · Tents

large belltent with double beds and other beds furnishing , outdoor kitchen close by with everything needed to cook bbq , firepits gazebos table chairs lights etc . just bring bedding , charcoal , wood and your clothes and towels! Everything else provided with activities fishing , swimming paddling boats paddle boards goldings beach by the crystal clear chalk stream , 60 acre rare breeds farm and grade 1 listed country estate to explore. Zipwire woodland area collect eggs chickens , hammocks play areas craft mini goat walks farm tour meet feed our friendly donkeys , mini cows piglets lambs etc Outdoor kitchen with everything needed , shelters

Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

100%

(21)

116km from Leighton Buzzard · 2 units · Glamping

Luxury shepherds huts near the Essex coast, with beautiful, watery surroundings and a wonderfully private setting

Brightwell Country Park

100%

(14)

134km from Leighton Buzzard · 1 unit · Glamping

Bell tents and an accessible cabin, with activities right from your door

Bell Tent Village Parks

100%

(11)

117km from Leighton Buzzard · 12 units · Glamping

Glamping on an established campsite next door to the National Watersports Centre in Nottingham

Belltent farm stay + activities

41km from Leighton Buzzard · 1 unit · Glamping

yurt belltent within the stunning grade 1 listed 60 acre working farm. Situated next to our crystal clear chalk stream with loads of activities included . The yurts are individually styled with proper double bed and extra beds, lighting and . Bedding access to our Yurt kitchen with everything needed for cooking , bbqs firepits plates , gas hobs kettles , electric point , fridge freezer, oven , sink , etc. Just bring your clothing , swimmers and towels if you want to use our streams , rivers, boats, paddle boards , flairs etc . We provide fishing instruction and catch nets to almost guarantee catch. Zipwire in our woodland area with hammocks , swings on the 700 year old Goldings oak tree, collect eggs from our friendly chickens ducks . Farm experience , with farmer morag where you cuddle , feed , our friendly mini baby goats , piglets , lambs , cows , horses and of course the famous Gary and elvis our adorable donkeys. Craft available , and our brand new Goldings Mini Beach , sand area next to the beautiful crystal clear chalk stream . No extra charges for any activities . Food truck on site . Explore our ancient woodland , meadows and rivers . Mins from Historic hertford town centre with its many bars restaurants , museum , art galleries , unique shops music venues . 10 mins walk to hertford north train station , 40 mins to central london . hertfordshire zoo , harry potter and many other attractions near .

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Andrea

November 2025

Tent

1 night at Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

Easy to get on the pitches by ourselves and had the whole site for us, not surprising as it’s late November! Very quiet and loved it! We will be back again for the 3rd time

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David

November 2025

3 nights at The Nut Plat Retreat

Such a beautiful spot, we took Ransoms for 3 nights. Everything we needed was ready for us, nice kitchen and a lovely hot tub. The host is very friendly and helpful. Don’t miss out on The Kentish Rifleman’s Pie and a Pint on Tuesdays and walks through Plaxtol, Igtham moat, and the green fields.

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Alex

November 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Riverside Farm experience camp fire

Morag went above and beyond to make myself, my partner and my pals comfortable although only there for a night we had an unforgettable evening and morag most definitely aided in that- thank you so much ❤️

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Bob

October 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Crooked Willows Farm

Still open this late in the season, with a convivial host. You need to be prepared for the composting loos but they were clean

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Ben

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Serenity Lakes

The shepherd hut was clean and very comfortable. The location was peaceful and we had some amazing sunsets and rises. The wood fired hot tub was great as was the wood fire BBQ which was super easy to use and made the food taste great. We had a fantastic 2 nights and can’t wait to go back.

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Duco

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Purple Badger Camping&Fishing Lakes

Nice pitches at a pretty little campsite in a surprisingly beautiful environment. And the coffee cart is nice.

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daniel

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Hastingford Fishery Glamping

A wonderful host, a stunning view, birds everywhere, my first view of a kingfisher in my 56 years of life, every comfort and a lovely lake just in front with a whole assortment of ducks. Just wonderful.

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Amy

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Riverside Farm experience camp fire

Lovely place, rustic and very back to nature. My son loved the whole experience! The little river is a winner and him and his friend had the best time on it the boats and paddle boards. Such a lovely relaxing and peaceful place for us adults aswell! Morag was so friendly and approachable and very laid back.

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Matt

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Nut Plat Retreat

Excellent weekend stay. Fantastic location for stunning walks around the area. Vineyards, pubs etc all within walking distance.

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Alicja

August 2025

2 nights at The Nut Plat Retreat

The Nut Plat retreat is great. We had a lovely time at the Bomford. Perfect relaxing break. Duncan is very nice and helpful. Bed is comfortable, shower is hot, there is everything you need. The Rifleman pub is a stones throw from the nuthatch, but unfortunately it was fully booked on Thursday, so it is worth to book a table in advance . Wood fired hot tub is a nice touch. Just have to be patient with it. Follow Duncan's instructions and you will get it very hot in less than two hours. Fire pit and all the trees around are lush. Even though you have neighbours around 100 meters away, it feels very private. Would definitely go back.

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Mark

August 2025

5 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Crooked Willows Farm

Large site with plenty of space for yourselfs, kept well, quiet location which is perfect for us,, really enjoyed it, will be back. Probably with a fishing rod, beautiful lake.

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Teddy

August 2025

With kids

1 night at Brightwell Country Park

Great place to glamp, would love to go back and would certainly recommend.

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Shila

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Riverside Farm experience camp fire

We loved camping in the bell tents. The views were amazing. We loved that the sheep and donkey roam around the campsite area. The kids activities were a lovely touch and my son enjoyed taking the goat for a walk. We will be back some day!

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Marie-clare

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Radcot Leisure on Thames

Great spot with great walks next to the river! We had a great time and would definitely go back! The pub was also great and allowed us to meet more of the other campers! They also rent out paddle boards and kayaks for trips up the river. However some improvements could be done to the facilities on the camp site. The sink for washing dishes is very low and only has cold water, the sink could also do with a clean. The showers also are quite tight, only have one temperature and make it impossible to not get your hair wet.

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Donna

August 2025

6 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Crooked Willows Farm

Peaceful, relaxing evening. Great value for money, l great wildlife

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Chris

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Riverside Farm experience camp fire

Having the farm animals in the same field as us, and them being as relaxed around us as we were around them, was magical. There are full on working farms and at the other end of the spectrum are children’s petting farms - this is neither, it’s living together naturally. We brought our own tent and were told to pitch up anywhere we liked and can make our own fire to cook in etc, and forage for wood in the forest, back to nature stuff. We collected eggs every morning from the chickens and cooked them on the fire - the children were amazed and adored it.

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grace

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Riverside Farm experience camp fire

Thanks so much Morag for another magical stay- second time staying with you but first with our children and it was a great success. A lot has changed since our first stay last year with the addition of a new yurt kitchen complete with all the essentials needed, new zip wire, woodland play area and sandpit. The farm has absolutely everything- beautiful surroundings, camping along the river with ample space for the kids to run and play. We made use of all the facilities, there are boats on site so we took these along the river, the children fed the chickens and collected eggs in the morning, they also thoroughly enjoyed walking the goats and spending time with all the other animals on the farm. So overall a great success and we will without a doubt be booking again very soon so once again huge THANK YOU....keep up the good work :)

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Anna

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hastingford Fishery Glamping

Stunning location! The view was fantastic and there was some lovely walking routes around to local landmarks and pubs. The hut was great, plenty of storage and well equipped with everything you need.

Snowdonia

August 2025

3 m pop-up camper

2 nights at Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

Lovely tranquil camp site in a nice location in the Cotswolds. Good pitches with plenty of space. Shame the local pub was closed for renovation works. All in all a fabulous couple of days chilling, thank you Sally 😀

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Mandy

August 2025

5 m Class B

3 nights at Arthur's Retreat Suffolk

The setting was prefect it was quiet adult only with great space and a beautiful lake lots of walks around .Great for biking around as well! Hollie was very friendly, we would definitely recommend it! and will be going back.