Woodland glamping in East Anglia

An East Anglia camping holiday puts you near coastal wetlands and seaside resorts in England's eastern corner.

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East Anglia

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Popular camping styles for East Anglia

Dog-friendly getaways

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12 top forest glamping sites in East Anglia

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The Barn KT9

21 units · Glamping, Tents3 acres · Greater London, South East England

A unique rural campsite in Surrey, a stone's throw from London's Zone 6

Hickling Campsite

31 units · Glamping, Tents1 acre · Norfolk, East Anglia

Tent camping and glamping within walking distance of Norfolk's largest broad and less than 10 minutes' drive from the beach

Whitlingham Broad Campsite

72 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Norfolk, East Anglia

Laid-back camping and glamping a stone's throw from Norwich and at the gateway to the Norfolk Broads

Rushbanks Farm Caravan and Camping

7 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · Suffolk, East Anglia

Riverside camping and bell tents in Constable's countryside, right in the heart of Suffolk's Dedham Vale

Wardley Hill Campsite

24 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents12 acres · Norfolk, East Anglia

A relaxed, back-to-basics campsite on the Norfolk Suffolk border

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Woolton Farm

24 units · Glamping, Tents600 acres · Canterbury, Kent, South East England

Camping pitches and bell tents on an apple farm in Kent

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Big Sky Hideaway Camping Farm

20 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents15 acres · Lincolnshire, East Midlands

Camping and glamping in the Lincolnshire Fenland with campfires, alpacas and a positive vibe

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Cuckoo Farm Campsite

12 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents130 acres · Rutland, East Midlands

Family camping with campfires on an organic farm, set alongside the beautiful River Chater

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Brakehill Lodge Farm Camping

5 units · Glamping1 acre · Norfolk, England

Small, secluded, homespun farm campsite in rural Norfolk, a short drive from Thetford Forest Park

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Lincolnshire Lanes

32 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Market Rasen, England

Old-fashioned family fun on a child-friendly campsite in rural Lincolnshire

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The Orchard at Fen End Farm

7 units · Glamping1 acre · Cambridge, England

No passing traffic; no near neighbours; just sweet rural seclusion when glamping at this organic Fenland apple orchard near Cambridge

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Toastytipis Luxury Tipi and HOTTUB

1 unit · Glamping600 acres · Southam, Warwickshire, West Midlands

* The Toasty Tipi is a true one of a kind: finished with soft carpets, heating and a sumptuous double mattress. * Twinkling fairly lights line its thick canvas walls and are joined by exotic, linen prints and mysterious, little trinkets. * A private compost toilet can also be found in a neighbouring hut and sits beside your covered wooden gazebo complete with BBQ and hot tub. * Five star gastro pub within walking distance. * Explore the lush, rolling pastures and the ancient, country trails, visiting historic Warwick city. If you love the outdoors but need the comforts of home, this intimate, little tipi really does have it all. Fitted with super-soft carpets and two heaters, it adds a luxury twist to traditional camping. Enjoy long morning lie-ins beneath thick, fluffy duvets or endless afternoons in the steaming outdoor hot-tub. With a peaceful country setting and a romantic ambience, you can hide away from the rest of the world and wish upon a star. The Toasty Tipi is a true one of a kind, nestled amongst the trees of a protected Wooded area. the tipi is a unique place where you can relax with ease. Explore the lush, rolling paddocks and the ancient, country trails, jumping the crooked stiles and finding the hidden woodland glades. Picnic in the wild meadows or BBQ at the camp then wait for the moon and the stars to emerge as night falls. Inside, the tipi is warm and cosy and boasts a sumptuous double bed with sultry touches. Twinkling fairly lights line the thick canvas walls and are joined by exotic, linen prints and vintage curios. A miniature kitchenette is complete with a small fridge bbq and shower contained in adjoining gazebo as your extended living space. Here you can light up the barbeque and cook some fresh, farmland produce before sipping a glass of wine in the log-fired hot tub. A small neighbouring hut is home to your own private compost loo and shower. The Toasty Tipi has a glorious setting on the same private estate as the Dallas Buston polo club. Guest are free to stroll around the grounds, through the woods around the lakes and maybe catch one of the regular polo matches held allyear round, quite often played on a daily basis. As well as being amongst some of Warwickshire’s finest country backdrops, the Toasty Tipi is also well-placed for finding some of tfhe areas best-known attractions. Visit the historic city of Warwick with its grand, imposing castle or the well-known theatres of Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon. If you don’t want to venture far then there’s also characterful, little villages, including pretty Long Itchington and its award-winning pubs. Indulge in the local ales and walk back to your Toasty Tipi, lighting the scattered candles for your star-struck, lovers evening.

Woodland glamping in East Anglia guide

Overview

From the coastal wilderness of the Norfolk Broads National Park to the university city of Cambridge—everywhere in the East of England is within day-trip distance of London. Those escaping the capital will find plenty of ways to get outdoors, from horseback riding in the forest to canoeing through wetlands, or leisurely bike rides around the countryside. Summer campers make a beeline for the beaches of Norfolk and Suffolk, while music fans can enjoy an unforgettable camping experience at the annual Latitude Festival. Wildlife-watching in the Norfolk Broads is best in spring and fall.

Where to go

Norfolk

Sandy shores, fish & chips, and brightly painted beach huts await along the Norfolk coast. Head to Great Yarmouth, Hunstanton, or Cromer for a British beach break, and admire the seals lounging on the beach at Blakeney Point. The Broads National Park is another must—explore miles of wetlands by bike, canoe, or boat, looking out for rare birds and wildlife along the way.

Cambridgeshire

With its history and picturesque parklands, Cambridge is a worthy headline act, but there’s more to Cambridgeshire than its university. Punting along the River Cam is the quintessential activity, perhaps combined with a walk or bike ride through the marshes. Campers have options too, whether you prefer a tranquil caravan park or glamping in yurts and tipis.

Suffolk

Lowland forest and heathlands stretch through the Suffolk countryside, affording ideal terrain for walking, cycling, and camping. Further east, Lowestoft and Southwold are Suffolk’s flagship resorts, but you’ll find sandy beaches and seaside camping all along the coast. Fans of horse racing should include a pitstop in Newmarket, home of the National Stud.

Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire

Just north of London, travellers come to Hertfordshire for the Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio tour and stick around to play a game of golf, go horseback riding, or visit a country estate. To the north, Bedfordshire is home to the ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, Dunstable Downs, and Woburn Safari Park, making it a great destination for family camping holidays. Choose a campsite near a train station and hop into the capital for a day trip.

Essex

Essex boasts plenty of natural assets. Head to Epping Forest for woodland walks and glamping in the heart of the forest, walk or cycle through Dedham Vale, or enjoy bird-watching in the Rainham Marshes. Along the coast, the seaside resorts of Southend-on-Sea and Clacton-on-Sea are buzzing with beachgoers in the summer months.

Top 10 Things to Do in East Anglia

Build sandcastles on the beaches of North Norfolk.
Go seal watching at Blakeney Point.
Catch a crab from Cromer, Sheringham, Walberswick, or Felixstowe.
Stroll down the pier at Southwold.
Eat fresh fish and chips.
Hire a kayak or canoe and explore The Broads.
Recreate Constable’s most famous painting, The Haywain, in Dedham Vale.
Visit a medieval village or market town.
Climb a tree in Thetford Forest.
Walk through Fenland.

About

Thinking about booking your annual camping trip? East Anglia should be on your hit list, it has campsites galore. You’ll fulfill all your camping needs in Norfolk and Suffolk in this carefully curated list. Glamping spots, dog-friendly campsites, family-friendly camping, caravan sites, a real assortment of camping choices.