Glamping near Chelmsford

Welcome to Hipcamp, the ultimate destination for camping enthusiasts! If you're looking for a glamping experience near Chelmsford, England, you're in luck. With over 2300 options available, you'll find the perfect combination of luxury and nature to suit your taste. Whether you're a seasoned glamper or new to the scene, we have something for everyone. Looking for top-rated options? Check out Cuckoo Farm Campsite (45 reviews), Archer's Field (38 reviews), or Whitlingham Broad Campsite (37 reviews). With facilities like cooking equipment, toilets, and potable water, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. And if you're up for some adventure, popular activities in the area include horseback riding, climbing, and whitewater paddling. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable glamping experience in Chelmsford, England. With an average price per night of £35 and options as low as £9, you can enjoy the great outdoors without breaking the bank. Happy camping!

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Top-rated glamping sites near Chelmsford

Gemini Camp

1. Gemini Camp

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(13)

25km from Chelmsford · 1 unit

Glamping stays in a cabin on a private six-acre nature reserve in Essex

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Secluded Woodland Camp

2. Secluded Woodland Camp

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(25)

37km from Chelmsford · 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.

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Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

3. Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

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(22)

39km from Chelmsford · 2 units

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

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Constable Park

4. Constable Park

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(21)

47km from Chelmsford · 8 units

A holiday and leisure park ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding, with premium glamping options

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The Nut Plat Retreat

5. The Nut Plat Retreat

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(85)

55km from Chelmsford · 3 units

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

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Barn Owl Camping

6. Barn Owl Camping

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(19)

57km from Chelmsford · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Dog-friendly camping and shepherd’s huts in rural Suffolk

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Glamping @ Rankins Farm

7. Glamping @ Rankins Farm

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(39)

58km from Chelmsford · 6 units

Family-friendly pod glamping beside a 30-year-old plum orchard, with far-reaching views across the Kent countryside

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Berty the yurty

8. Berty the yurty

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(19)

62km from Chelmsford · 1 unit

Our beautiful handmade yurt is set amongst an ancient orchard on an idyllic smallholding, nestled between the Kent Downs AONB and Kent's spectacular coastline. The smallholding itself is a slice of rural Kent with free-range chickens just a stone’s throw away, you’ll soon be making some fairly unique friends. We have such a great location, Canterbury is just 10 minutes drive away and the trendy coastal town of Whitstable can be reached within 20 minutes. Berty the yurty is 5 metres in diameter and comfortably sleeps 2 adults and an infant. Inside Berty you'll find a super comfy double bed, tea and coffee making facilities, a cracking little wood burning stove, table and two chairs and a mini-fridge to keep those all important beverages ice cold. We'll make sure there are some essential local food items from the farm (bread, eggs, milk, butter) waiting for you when you arrive. Outside you an outdoor kitchen space to cook, outdoor patio eating area, camp fire, as well as a composting toilet, hot shower and washing up facilities adjacent to Berty, which are exclusively for your use. Berty is tucked away at the far end of the smallholding on the edge of a 20 acre accessible ancient woodland with bluebells flowering in the months of April & May. The small holding is home to free range chickens and other animals. Eggs are complimentary and we're more than happy to arrange for you to collect them yourself if you're in a 'hunter/gatherer' sort of mood as well as a loaf of bread, milk, butter and apple juice. Our rural location is truly fantastic! You'll instantly feel the stresses and strains of everyday life disappear as you soak up the delightful Kent countryside and adjacent ancient woodland. The picturesque Stour valley is just down the road, Canterbury and it's cathedral are only 10 mins away and Kent's extensive coastline can be reached in less than 20 mins. Some delightful pubs and restaurants can be found in Canterbury, and you are spoilt for choice when it comes to top quality country pubs in the local area.

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Fleets Paddock Glamping & Camping

9. Fleets Paddock Glamping & Camping

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(137)

62km from Chelmsford · 24 units · Tents, Glamping

Pitches, bell tents and a gypsy caravan on the outskirts of Canterbury

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The Hare lodge

10. The Hare lodge

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(12)

63km from Chelmsford · 2 units

Luxury safari tent glamping on a rural Kent farm within walking distance of the local vineyards yet speedily reached from London

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Far and Away Camping

11. Far and Away Camping

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(52)

63km from Chelmsford · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Nestled within the heart of the Kent countryside, Far and Away allows you to escape into a rural, peaceful and wild campsite. The skies are full of song birds and birds of prey, hot air balloons dominate the still summer evenings and there is always a spitfire or biplane circling from the local aerodrome. With close to zero light pollution, the night skies are a stunning way to end the day not to mention Far and Away sunrise and sunsets are also worth staying up for! Immerse yourself in the heart of the beautiful Kent countryside and take advantage of the many public footpaths around the campsite. Far and Away is 1.2 miles away from Headcorn village where you can find a host of local amenities, shops, pubs and restaurants. There is also a host of National Trust sites within a short drive including Sissinghurst Castle and many wonderful villages to visit including medieval Biddenden and the magical market town of Tenterden. Next to junction 8 of the M20 there is also Leeds Castle, only a 20 minute drive from Far and Away and the Big Cat Sanctuary is only a few fields away. At night you can hear the roar of the wild cats really making it feel like you are Far and Away!

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Cosy Camping Suffolk

12. Cosy Camping Suffolk

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(16)

64km from Chelmsford · 1 unit

Glamping in the Suffolk countryside, not far from seaside Felixstowe

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Brightwell Country Park

13. Brightwell Country Park

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(16)

65km from Chelmsford · 1 unit

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

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The Orchard at Fen End Farm

14. The Orchard at Fen End Farm

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(15)

69km from Chelmsford · 4 units

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

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Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard

15. Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard

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(33)

69km from Chelmsford · 8 units · Tents, Glamping

Simple camping and comfortable glamping amongst organic fruit trees, wild flowers and woodland, bordering an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with some of the darkest night skies in Europe. In the beautiful High Weald of Kent, Tash and Nick have been running May Tree Orchard's low-impact, nature-friendly, seasonal campsite, Plum Camping, for the last 5 years. The Soil Association certified organic land is full of wild flowers and surrounded by woodland and other orchards. Electricity and hot water for showers and washing up is solar generated. So you can charge your phone if necessary, but we'd recommend stargazing and enjoying the quiet warmth of friends and family around an evening fire instead. Bring your own tent, stay in the delightful hand-made shepherd’s hut or stylish caravan, or hire the whole May Tree Orchard space. Numbers are kept low here so that there is always plenty of room for everyone, as well as peace and quiet. The campsite is an hour and a half drive from London and a 20 min walk to the sleepy and pretty village of Goudhurst, with pubs selling great food and two local shops for self-catering. There are also two excellent farm shops within walking distance. Close to May Tree Orchard, there are walks via Sissinghurst, Scotney and Bodiam Castle, and water activities on the River Rother and at Bewl Water. Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is a ten-minute drive from the campsite and the coast around Hastings and Rye is just over 30 minutes. An amazing independent food business, Growing Communities, sells pears, apples and plums grown at the orchard in their box scheme serving North and South London, and you can also buy them from the Pear Necessities stall at Stoke Newington Farmers Market. Delicious apple juice and tasty chutney made from the organic apples grown in the orchard are available to purchase on site, as well as plum preserve and orchard plums.

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Bridge Woods

16. Bridge Woods

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(24)

69km from Chelmsford · 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.

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The Barn KT9

17. The Barn KT9

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(330)

71km from Chelmsford · 16 units · Tents, Glamping

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

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Glassenbury Camping

18. Glassenbury Camping

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(81)

72km from Chelmsford · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Eco camping in the heart of the High Weald and Kent's castle country

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Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

19. Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

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(271)

73km from Chelmsford · 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

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Star Field Camping

20. Star Field Camping

97%

(62)

73km from Chelmsford · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Off-grid camping and glamping in the High Weald of Kent with campfires, acres of space and a farm shop on site

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Gular

2 weeks ago

With kids

1 night at The Barn KT9

Great site, very well organised with all things necessary at hand, peaceful and with beautiful views. Bell tents are spacious and beds are very comfortable. Thank you for the lovely stay, myself, 2 teens and my 79yo mum really enjoyed it!

Mina

3 weeks ago

2 nights at The Nut Plat Retreat

literally a hidden gem, so beautiful - everything was perfect. the hot tub was easy to work and heat up (takes an hour or two to heat up). the beds and pillows are so comfy. kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need.

Joanne

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Gemini Camp

I had a wonderful stay. As a lone female I was very comfortable and felt safe. The cabin was great and the meadow beautiful, and I look forward to returning when I can

Malcolm

August 2026

2 nights at Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

The peaceful setting,, the Hut itself is very very nice. The setting and the view is amazing,,we have been to a few Huts over the years and this is the best spot.

Cordula

August 2026

With kids

Weekend Trip to Fleets Paddock Glamping & Camping

It is a very idyllic place. We loved the bell tend and it is only a short distance to explore Canterbury. We‘ll certainly be back some day.

David

August 2026

3 nights at Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard

The Shepherds hut was perfect. I spent 3 nights surrounded by nature in the most peaceful Orchard imaginable. One of the nicest spots on mother earth

Hayley

July 2026

2 nights at The Hare lodge

The lodge was perfect for my partners birthday celebrations. We stayed a few nights and was so happy with everything. Annabel was very responsive and helpful and did everything she could to make sure we had a great time. The accomodation itself was beautiful and spacious and had everything we needed to unwind and unplug. Beds were comfy and shower was lovely, kitchen was well equipped and the welcome basket was a thoughtful touch. The outside spaces are wonderful for hosting and we ended up having the whole field to ourselves.

Claire

July 2026

With pets

1 night at The Barn KT9

We had a lovely night staying at the Barn. Lovely views and very peaceful. Our kids had a great time playing in the field.

Sheri

July 2026

With pets

1 night at The Barn KT9

Beautiful setting. The tents were set up inside so comfortably, shower and toilet block clean and beautifully rustic with gorgeous smelling soap and shampoo etc. Added bonus of having the firepit available with added safety precautions with current dry conditions. Great onsite cafe. So close to great walks and pubs too. Would very much recommend to friends.

Johanna

July 2026

With kids

3 nights at Fleets Paddock Glamping & Camping

Lovely peaceful paddock with a really comfortable double bed in our bell tent. Great hot showers and good facilities. We also enjoyed the hammock and swing chairs and stopping by to say hello to the chickens in the mornings! Very close to the beautiful beach at Seasalter and we really enjoyed our oysters in Whitstable too. A lovely relaxing few days, would recommend.

Kerensa

July 2026

1 night at The Barn KT9

A fantastic place we never knew was there, just down the road from us. We wanted a couple of days away but didn’t want to travel far so this was ideal and close to the stables we were going to to ride. We felt a million miles away. Incredible set up, Charlie was great and everything was pristinely clean. The cafe was fab for breakfast.

David

July 2026

1 night at The Orchard at Fen End Farm

Lovely glamping site in the middle of a quiet orchid. The place was well organized and very clean

David

July 2026

With kids

1 night at The Orchard at Fen End Farm

Lovely place in the middle of an apple orchid . very quiet and very clean and organized

Duana

July 2026

Weekend Trip to The Nut Plat Retreat

We had such a lovely stay here and would definitely recommend it. The accommodation was comfortable , well equipped, and had everything we needed for a relaxing break. It was peaceful, private, and the perfect place to switch off for a couple of days. The hot tub was a real highlight, especially in the evening, and the whole setting felt really well looked after. Communication from the host was excellent, with clear instructions and a smooth check-in process. We had a fantastic experience from start to finish and would definitely recommend staying here. Thank you again!

Kelly

July 2026

2 nights at Fleets Paddock Glamping & Camping

Fleets Paddock is a lovely peaceful place to stay with really clean facilities. Very close to Canterbury and Whitstable. Had a really nice stay.

Amy

June 2026

With kids

1 night at The Barn KT9

We had a brilliant stay at The Barn KT9. It’s even better than the photos. The tents were huge with comfy beds and clean sheets. The room diffuser was a lovely touch. Beautiful views and a relaxing space. The kids really enjoyed finding the different activities you had laid out in the field. The cafe was even better than hoped! Flushable toilets and a gorgeous shower - we will definitely be back! Thank you so much Charlie and family for having us and making us feel so welcome

Dmitry

June 2026

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

The place is amazing, really easy to get there by a public transport, at the same time feels like you’re in a wild. Very kid-friendly, and they’ve got a gorgeous cat.

Big Top in the glamping field. Use the wheel barrow to ferry your things to the tent

Nicole

June 2026

With kids

Weekend Trip to Far and Away Camping

We had such a great stay with friends in the bell tents. The campsite is beautiful, peaceful and has great facilities including a kitchen area with a stove and a shower with hot water. The tents are huge, with really comfy beds and Jayne and her husband were so helpful. Highly recommend!