- Mersea Island
Dog-friendly camping near Mersea Island
90% (724) • 516 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Mersea Island
Willow Wood Off-Grid Cabin
1. Willow Wood Off-Grid Cabin
100%
(1)
112km from Mersea Island · 1 unit · Glamping
Escape the noise. Reconnect with nature.
Our cosy off-grid cabin is set in an open meadow with sweeping countryside views and zero light pollution (perect for stargazing!) Fully off-grid, but with all the comforts: hot shower, king-size bed, full kitchen, and a wood-burning stove.
- Panoramic views from bed
- Dog-friendly with outdoor space to roam
- 1km walk to the Six Bells pub (proper pub)
- 3km from Gun Tap Room & Brewery
- 30 mins to the Beachy Head to Seven Sisters coastal hike
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£102
/ night
Shotover Country Park Wild Camping
2. Shotover Country Park Wild Camping
146km from Mersea Island · 25 units · Tents
Our 7 acre property is a mixture of woodland and meadows with a fresh water spring and several fruit and nut trees. It is wild and mysterious with amazing sunsets and we are just a stones throw away from Shotover Country Park, which is the real Narnia. C S Lewis lived on the edge of Shotover woods and so we can fairly assume that Shotover is the inspiration for the Narnia trilogy. Shotover Country Park is one of Oxfords best kept secrets and consists of 280 acres of freely accessible woodland and open countryside. It is a paradise for dog walkers, horse riders and cyclists and also has natural sandpits for children to enjoy.
We will be offering woodland rides from this location in 2026 as we need to do some fencing work first.
Campfires
from
£27
/ night
Dernwood Farm Wild Camping
3. Dernwood Farm Wild Camping
95%
(65)
108km from Mersea Island · 17 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and glamping in Sussex meadows and woodlands
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£12
/ night
Rest and Retreats Shepherd Huts
4. Rest and Retreats Shepherd Huts
147km from Mersea Island · 2 units · Glamping
Our shepherd huts are designed with indulgent luxury in mind, you will sleep well, in a king size bed with high thread count cotton sheets covering goose down filled pillows and duvet. “Freddie" hut will enhance your connection with the great outdoors with a gorgeous skylight above your bed. By day a cascade of natural light, by evening framing a view of the stars. For those wintery nights snuggle in and de-stress in front of the wood burning stove with a brew or glass of Prosecco on us.
When you choose to rise listen to your Roberts radio in your fully equipped kitchen with premium appliances, enjoying breakfast on us with fresh milk, orange juice, cereals & a small loaf of local sourdough, fresh jams and of course a coffee made from your Nespresso.
Located down an old Roman road in an ancient village you will have far reaching views of the Oxfordshire countryside, a few minutes stroll away a fantastic community owned pub awaits, local pint or well earned GnT? Let us host you here at Restandretreats for that romantic break or just to escape, unwind and clear your mind.
Our location has the best of both worlds, your shepherd hut is located in an ancient Roman village in the Oxfordshire countryside, yet just 5 miles from the centre of Oxford with all its history and university colleges. If you choose you can compliment your stay with an indulgent shopping trip to Bicester Village premium outlet (11m) or Blenheim Palace (8m) with all its history and events on offer. Jeremy Clarksons Diddly squat farm (21m) and his new public house have also become popular with our guests. If walking or running is more your focus then why not explore the beautiful RSPB Otmoor bird reserve, a haven for wildlife with many visitor trials to enjoy, it’s merely a short walk away. Whatever your visit has in store our cosy pub, The Abingdon Arms, is waiting only 100metres walk away, offering fine ales and fine dining or perhaps just a take away pizza.
We do welcome our furry 🐕 friends, but NOT in our “Freddy” hut, please check out our other listing for our dog friendly “Edie” shepherd hut listed on Airbnb.
We can offer single nights Sunday through Thursday in the quieter months - please message us here or reach out to us at RestandRetreats and we will always see what we can do
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£150
/ night
Peacocks Farm Campsite
5. Peacocks Farm Campsite
100%
(1)
133km from Mersea Island · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A private nature reserve with secluded wild pitches for both tents and campervans. Flushing toilets, hot showers, campfires and a nature rich experience
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£25
/ night
90% (724) • 516 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Mersea Island
Willow Wood Off-Grid Cabin
1. Willow Wood Off-Grid Cabin
100%
(1)
112km from Mersea Island · 1 unit · Glamping
Escape the noise. Reconnect with nature.
Our cosy off-grid cabin is set in an open meadow with sweeping countryside views and zero light pollution (perect for stargazing!) Fully off-grid, but with all the comforts: hot shower, king-size bed, full kitchen, and a wood-burning stove.
- Panoramic views from bed
- Dog-friendly with outdoor space to roam
- 1km walk to the Six Bells pub (proper pub)
- 3km from Gun Tap Room & Brewery
- 30 mins to the Beachy Head to Seven Sisters coastal hike
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£102
/ night
Shotover Country Park Wild Camping
2. Shotover Country Park Wild Camping
146km from Mersea Island · 25 units · Tents
Our 7 acre property is a mixture of woodland and meadows with a fresh water spring and several fruit and nut trees. It is wild and mysterious with amazing sunsets and we are just a stones throw away from Shotover Country Park, which is the real Narnia. C S Lewis lived on the edge of Shotover woods and so we can fairly assume that Shotover is the inspiration for the Narnia trilogy. Shotover Country Park is one of Oxfords best kept secrets and consists of 280 acres of freely accessible woodland and open countryside. It is a paradise for dog walkers, horse riders and cyclists and also has natural sandpits for children to enjoy.
We will be offering woodland rides from this location in 2026 as we need to do some fencing work first.
Campfires
from
£27
/ night
Dernwood Farm Wild Camping
3. Dernwood Farm Wild Camping
95%
(65)
108km from Mersea Island · 17 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and glamping in Sussex meadows and woodlands
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£12
/ night
Rest and Retreats Shepherd Huts
4. Rest and Retreats Shepherd Huts
147km from Mersea Island · 2 units · Glamping
Our shepherd huts are designed with indulgent luxury in mind, you will sleep well, in a king size bed with high thread count cotton sheets covering goose down filled pillows and duvet. “Freddie" hut will enhance your connection with the great outdoors with a gorgeous skylight above your bed. By day a cascade of natural light, by evening framing a view of the stars. For those wintery nights snuggle in and de-stress in front of the wood burning stove with a brew or glass of Prosecco on us.
When you choose to rise listen to your Roberts radio in your fully equipped kitchen with premium appliances, enjoying breakfast on us with fresh milk, orange juice, cereals & a small loaf of local sourdough, fresh jams and of course a coffee made from your Nespresso.
Located down an old Roman road in an ancient village you will have far reaching views of the Oxfordshire countryside, a few minutes stroll away a fantastic community owned pub awaits, local pint or well earned GnT? Let us host you here at Restandretreats for that romantic break or just to escape, unwind and clear your mind.
Our location has the best of both worlds, your shepherd hut is located in an ancient Roman village in the Oxfordshire countryside, yet just 5 miles from the centre of Oxford with all its history and university colleges. If you choose you can compliment your stay with an indulgent shopping trip to Bicester Village premium outlet (11m) or Blenheim Palace (8m) with all its history and events on offer. Jeremy Clarksons Diddly squat farm (21m) and his new public house have also become popular with our guests. If walking or running is more your focus then why not explore the beautiful RSPB Otmoor bird reserve, a haven for wildlife with many visitor trials to enjoy, it’s merely a short walk away. Whatever your visit has in store our cosy pub, The Abingdon Arms, is waiting only 100metres walk away, offering fine ales and fine dining or perhaps just a take away pizza.
We do welcome our furry 🐕 friends, but NOT in our “Freddy” hut, please check out our other listing for our dog friendly “Edie” shepherd hut listed on Airbnb.
We can offer single nights Sunday through Thursday in the quieter months - please message us here or reach out to us at RestandRetreats and we will always see what we can do
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£150
/ night
Peacocks Farm Campsite
5. Peacocks Farm Campsite
100%
(1)
133km from Mersea Island · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A private nature reserve with secluded wild pitches for both tents and campervans. Flushing toilets, hot showers, campfires and a nature rich experience
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£25
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
C
Chat
October 2025
2 nights at Willow Wood Off-Grid Cabin
Went as a solo traveller, the location was quiet enough to feel secluded enough, the cabin was clean warm with modern comforts, nice local pubs and excellent walks would recommend
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K
Katharine
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Peaceful campsite with spacious pitches. Beautiful skies at night, birds singing in the morning, fire pits with grills supplied, clean showers and flushing toilets. The walk to the pub was lovely and the roast there was incredible.
Paul's a hospitable and friendly host too. Many thanks for a memorable weekend.
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C
Claire
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Dernwood Farm Wild Camping
Lovely campsite with very comfortable bell tents. Amanda and her team are very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back!
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L
Luka
July 2025
Tent
Lovely little spot to sleep and Charlotte was so nice!
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R
Rona
May 2025
Tent
With kids
Lovely campsite for a family trip. Gorgeous woodlands to explore, good facilities, and good clear instructions for how to navigate the site and outlining the rules. Also a very good shop onsite! Would definitely come again.
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