Shepherd's huts near Waxham, Norfolk

Camping and glamping in Waxham showcases the very best of Norfolk’s stunning natural highlights. A small village with a lengthy sandy beach, Waxham is an excellent base for campers and glampers with a love of nature, walking and the water. Away from Norfolk’s larger seaside resorts, this is a place for peaceful camping and glamping, long walks and lazy days by the beach or on The Broads. Norfolk’s wide, open spaces and captivating coastline have long attracted campers and holidaymakers but here at Hipcamp we look beyond the holiday parks and caravan sites to find camping and glamping sites that offer individuality and charm. There are classic campsites that are perfect for pitching tents and glamping sites where you can stay in camping pods, bell tents and luxuriously-appointed shepherd’s huts.

If you’re looking for things to do in Waxham on your camping and Glamping Holiday in the area, the natural place to start is the beach. Waxham's sands are wild and rural but neighbouring Sea Palling beach offers more facilities and safe swimming under the watchful eyes of RNLI lifeguards in the summer. Linked by the sands and the Norfolk Coast Path, it’s a short stroll south to Horsey Gap where you can see seals on the beach. The museum at Waxham Great Barn and the National Trust’s Horsey Windpump are two fascinating buildings, now operating as tourist attractions, that offer an insight in to the area’s past. The windpump also marks a gateway to The Broads and you can join a wildlife-watching boat trip from here. The Broads National Park is Britain’s largest wetland reserve with more than 125 miles of navigable waterways among its seven rivers and 60 Broads. Hickling Broad, near Waxham, is the largest of the lot. Head for Hickling Broad National Nature Reserve to walk among the waterways or join a Norfolk Wildlife Trust boat trip to look out for the marsh harriers, bitterns and bearded tits that are at home here.

Further afield, you can enjoy a day of seaside fun in the bustling resort of Great Yarmouth to the south or the smaller resort towns of Cromer and Sheringham to the north, known for their crab and shellfish. For more ideas on things to do in Waxham, take a look at the Cool Places guide to Norfolk.

Ideally situated where the Norfolk Broads meet the sandy beaches of the North Norfolk Coast – home to seals on the beaches and freshly caught crabs in the local seaside villages – Waxham is the perfect base for a Norfolk camping holiday.

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Camping and glamping in Waxham showcases the very best of Norfolk’s stunning natural highlights. A small village with a lengthy sandy beach, Waxham is an excellent base for campers and glampers with a love of nature, walking and the water. Away from Norfolk’s larger seaside resorts, this is a place for peaceful camping and glamping, long walks and lazy days by the beach or on The Broads. Norfolk’s wide, open spaces and captivating coastline have long attracted campers and holidaymakers but here at Hipcamp we look beyond the holiday parks and caravan sites to find camping and glamping sites that offer individuality and charm. There are classic campsites that are perfect for pitching tents and glamping sites where you can stay in camping pods, bell tents and luxuriously-appointed shepherd’s huts.

If you’re looking for things to do in Waxham on your camping and Glamping Holiday in the area, the natural place to start is the beach. Waxham's sands are wild and rural but neighbouring Sea Palling beach offers more facilities and safe swimming under the watchful eyes of RNLI lifeguards in the summer. Linked by the sands and the Norfolk Coast Path, it’s a short stroll south to Horsey Gap where you can see seals on the beach. The museum at Waxham Great Barn and the National Trust’s Horsey Windpump are two fascinating buildings, now operating as tourist attractions, that offer an insight in to the area’s past. The windpump also marks a gateway to The Broads and you can join a wildlife-watching boat trip from here. The Broads National Park is Britain’s largest wetland reserve with more than 125 miles of navigable waterways among its seven rivers and 60 Broads. Hickling Broad, near Waxham, is the largest of the lot. Head for Hickling Broad National Nature Reserve to walk among the waterways or join a Norfolk Wildlife Trust boat trip to look out for the marsh harriers, bitterns and bearded tits that are at home here.

Further afield, you can enjoy a day of seaside fun in the bustling resort of Great Yarmouth to the south or the smaller resort towns of Cromer and Sheringham to the north, known for their crab and shellfish. For more ideas on things to do in Waxham, take a look at the Cool Places guide to Norfolk.

Ideally situated where the Norfolk Broads meet the sandy beaches of the North Norfolk Coast – home to seals on the beaches and freshly caught crabs in the local seaside villages – Waxham is the perfect base for a Norfolk camping holiday.

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1. North Norfolk Camping & Glamping

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37km from Waxham · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Sheringham, England

🌲 North Norfolk Camping & Glamping Holt Hollow - Lakeside Forest Retreat North Norfolk Camping & Glamping, known as Holt Hollow, provides a rare, tranquil, and back-to-nature escape in the heart of the Norfolk countryside. Nestled in a wooded area on the outskirts of the AONB, the site's most distinctive feature is its beautiful natural lake and surrounding peaceful woodlands, ideal for walks and wildlife spotting. 🔥 Back-to-Basics & Off-Grid Ethos The site strongly emphasizes its back-to-basics philosophy: Off-Grid Living: Holt Hollow operates off-grid with limited to no phone coverage, promoting full disconnection from technology. Glamping units (Shepherd's Huts/Bell Tents) utilize gas-powered showers and solar lighting, with log burners for heat. Campfires: Campfires and BBQs are encouraged and allowed. Glamping units include private fire pits/braziers for evening gatherings under the clear, dark Norfolk skies, which are excellent for stargazing. Core Facilities: Essential amenities are kept clean and functional, including shared shower/toilet blocks and fresh drinking water stations. 🐾 Dog-Friendly Woodland & Accommodation The campsite is proudly dog-friendly, welcoming companions on all pitches (tents, campervans, caravans) and in most glamping units. The open meadows and surrounding woodlands provide ample space for walks, and the lake allows for safe paddling. Some pitches even allow dogs to be off-lead. 🗺️ Local Area: Holt Village and the Coast The site’s rural location is conveniently close to key North Norfolk highlights: Holt Village: The charming Georgian market town of Holt is just a short 5-minute drive away (or a longer walk). It is perfect for exploring independent shops, cafes, and art galleries, and for accessing local gems like Holt Country Park. The Coast: The stunning North Norfolk Coast (part of the AONB) is only a short drive (approx. 20 minutes) away, providing access to: Blakeney Point (famous for seal watching boat trips). Wells-next-the-Sea and Holkham Bay (vast sandy beaches). Coastal walks along the Norfolk Coast Path. North Norfolk Camping & Glamping offers an authentic outdoor adventure, blending rustic living with the comfort of having the best of the Norfolk coast and countryside within easy reach.

2. Whitlingham Broad Campsite

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26km from Waxham · 72 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Norfolk, East Anglia

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

3. Barn Owl Camping

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82km from Waxham · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Suffolk, England

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

4. The Grove Glamping

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26km from Waxham · 6 units · Glamping · Cromer, England

Five comfortably-furnished yurts, proper beds and bedding and warming wood-burning stoves, all 5 minutes walk from the beach

5. Bircham Windmill

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68km from Waxham · 18 units · Motorhomes, Glamping · Norfolk, England

Flat grassy tent pitches beneath a magnificent working windmill, all accompanied by Norfolk's best bakery

6. Big Sky Hideaway Camping Farm

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120km from Waxham · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Lincolnshire, East Midlands

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

7. Hickling Campsite

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5.6km from Waxham · 31 units · Tents, Glamping · Norfolk, East Anglia

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

8. Bain View Glamping

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125km from Waxham · 4 units · Tents, Glamping · Horncastle, Lincolnshire, East Midlands

A canal-side shepherd's hut near the Lincolnshire Wolds, with an outdoor bathtub, a mini vineyard, and total privacy.

9. Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

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78km from Waxham · 108 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · King's Lynn, England

🌅 Hunstanton Camping & Glamping with mYminiBreak: The Coastal Escape Hunstanton Camping & Glamping offers a relaxed, back-to-basics coastal escape in Heacham, Norfolk. The site, a former dairy farm, maintains a peaceful, natural atmosphere, perfect for those looking to unplug. 🐾 Exceptionally Dog-Friendly Haven The site is dog-friendly, welcoming companions in all accommodation types. Its best feature is the immediate access to the sea, being just a quick 2-minute walk from the vast sands of Heacham South Beach. Crucially, this beach operates with no year-round restrictions for dogs, offering unrestricted playtime. 🌊 Prime Location and Local Area The site's unique west-facing position on the West Norfolk coast means guests witness spectacular sunsets directly over the sea—a daily, breathtaking ritual. You are perfectly situated to explore North Norfolk: Hunstanton: The nearby Victorian resort offers seaside fun and the famous striped cliffs of Old Hunstanton. Nature & Walks: Enjoy direct access to the Norfolk Coast Path and close proximity to the Wild Ken Hill rewilding project and Sandringham Estate for extensive hiking and wildlife spotting. Activities: The calm, shallow local waters are excellent for watersports like kayaking and paddleboarding. 🔥 Back-to-Basics Ethos and Core Facilities The ethos of the site embraces a simple, "back-to-basics" camping philosophy. Accommodation: Pitch your own tents, campervans, motorhomes, and caravans, or choose glamping in rustic Shepherd's Huts or spacious Bell Tents. Campfires: Campfires and BBQs are encouraged and allowed, with private fire pits/braziers provided for glamping units, perfect for gatherings under the clear, dark Norfolk skies Core Facilities: Essential amenities are clean and functional: shared toilet/shower blocks with hot water; designated washing-up station and access to fresh drinking water. Limited electric hook-ups are available for pitches upon request, though the emphasis is on a connected-to-nature experience. Wifi available. This site offers an unforgettable escape, blending traditional outdoor life with coastal charm.

10. Serenity Lakes

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115km from Waxham · 3 units · Glamping · Duxford, England

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

11. Blooms Westerby Farm

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95km from Waxham · 5 units · Glamping · Outwell, England

Camping and glamping in the peaceful Cambridgeshire Fens

12. Brakehill Lodge Farm Camping

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54km from Waxham · 5 units · Glamping · Norfolk, England

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

13. Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

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112km from Waxham · 2 units · Glamping · Essex, East Anglia

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

14. North Farm

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20km from Waxham · 1 unit · Glamping · North Walsham, Norfolk, East Anglia

North Farm is situated in the beautiful Norfolk countryside, between the villages of Skeyton, Oxnead and Burgh. . Guests can spot all sorts of wildlife during the day and stargaze at night, with no streetlights to spoil the view. Being centrally located in Norfolk means that Norwich, the famous Norfolk broads and the Norfolk coast are all a short car ride away.

Camper favorites near Waxham

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Serenity Lakes

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115km from Waxham · 3 units · Glamping · Duxford, England

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

Blooms Westerby Farm

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95km from Waxham · 5 units · Glamping · Outwell, England

Camping and glamping in the peaceful Cambridgeshire Fens

Brakehill Lodge Farm Camping

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54km from Waxham · 5 units · Glamping · Norfolk, England

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

Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

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112km from Waxham · 2 units · Glamping · Essex, East Anglia

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

North Farm

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20km from Waxham · 1 unit · Glamping · North Walsham, Norfolk, East Anglia

North Farm is situated in the beautiful Norfolk countryside, between the villages of Skeyton, Oxnead and Burgh. . Guests can spot all sorts of wildlife during the day and stargaze at night, with no streetlights to spoil the view. Being centrally located in Norfolk means that Norwich, the famous Norfolk broads and the Norfolk coast are all a short car ride away.

Stories from the community

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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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Louise

August 2025

1 night at Bircham Windmill

Spotlessly clean, the showers and facilities were as good as at home, the extra added thoughtfulness of clean bath mats tea towels washing up liquid and lots of toilet paper and hand towel and soap. My shepherds hut was delightful, and yet again everything I needed with the welcoming cream tea, milk, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, spotlessly clean as everywhere was. The windmill, the bakery, the café, my grandchildren loved the animals and the play area. There is absolutely not a thing I can think of that was not perfect. Oh I forgot to mention the games room. Thank you

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Lee

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Blooms Westerby Farm

Our stay at Bumble Shepherds hut was an absolute amazing experience. This place is very quiet at night and has a stunning view across the fields. The bed was really comfy and hot tub under the stars completed a romantic and relaxing stay. Will definitely be back!

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Helena

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bircham Windmill

A spotless shepherds hut, welcoming with some delicious treats. A lovely place to stay with great views after climbing the windmill, freshly baked bread on the premises and friendly staff. Clean showers and bathrooms. Farm animals such as chickens, donkey and a horse in the field and the owl calling at night.

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Alexandra

May 2025

2 nights at Serenity Lakes

Loved our little glamping adventure to Serenity Lakes! The huts have everything you need, from cutlery to microwave and towels and even UNO playing cards. Everything is really well signposted aned explained in the welcome brochure in the hut. Absolute highlights wad obviously the wood-fired hot tub 💞 but also the beautiful sunsets on the lake!

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Lesley

May 2025

4 nights at Bircham Windmill

The pitches are a really good size so you don't feel on top of each other. It is a small site, which is a bonus. The shepherd's hut was really comfortable with lots of thoughtful touches and a cream tea to welcome you. The site is very pretty and sitting in the morning with a cup of tea looking at the windmill and seeing the horse, donkey, lambs and chicken was a wonderful start to the day.

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Samantha

April 2025

2 nights at North Norfolk Camping & Glamping

The hut had everything we needed for a few days off grid and the location was so peaceful! I would thoroughly recommend! The weather was chilly but the log burner was more than enough to keep us warm and cosy. The kitchenette included a fridge and hob and the essential utensils and plenty of logs were provided.

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Imogen

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Blooms Westerby Farm

Hosts were lovely and used great communication throughout. We stay I'm the bumble hut, which was lovely, clean and cosy. The bed was so comfy but the teddy bear bedding was too hot but my goodness it was so snuggly. Hot tub was lovely as was the evening and morning delivery of tea and breakfast. I recommend this place to anyone, so many different types of accommodation. We will definitely return.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The Waxham Sands run without boundary in to Sea Palling beach to the west and Horsey Gap to the east, where grey seals are a common sight. With the largest of the Norfolk Broads nearby at Hickling, Waxham is a fantastic place for a holiday in Norfolk where nature is the star of the show. We’ve brought together the best camping and glamping sites near Waxham for this collection.