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Campsites near Ipswich, Suffolk

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Campsites near Ipswich

From wild Breckland to sweeping coastline, there’s much to explore just beyond this maritime city.

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Chigborough Farm

48 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents130 acres · Heybridge, EssexBoating, biking and bell tent glamping on a farm near the Blackwater Estuary, where good food and walkable pubs are also on the menu.

Birds & Bees Campsite

20 units · Tents9 acres · Saxmundham, SuffolkEco-friendly, family-centric, tents-only camping nestled among the long grasses of Suffolk's Alde Valley

18 units · Glamping, Tents4 acres · Brantham, SuffolkA holiday and leisure park ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding, with premium glamping options

Wardley Hill Campsite

23 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents6 acres · Bungay, NorfolkA relaxed, back-to-basics campsite on the Norfolk Suffolk border

Whitlingham Broad Campsite

72 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Norfolk Nr14 8 Tr, NorfolkLaid-back camping and glamping a stone's throw from Norwich and at the gateway to the Norfolk Broads

Plum Camping at White House Farm

45 units · Glamping, Tents5 acres · Rackheath, NorfolkFamily camping with campfires on a fruit orchard near Norwich, with a farm shop, café and butchers

41 units · Glamping2 acres · Sawbridgeworth, HertfordshireBeautiful natural lakes glamping site in East Hertfordshire surrounded by farm and fields. The site has one area for glamping and another for camping guests who bring their own tent. There are showers, toilets and mobile washing up sinks in the fields and cold drinking water, as well as kitchen facilities and a BBQ at each glamping unit. Each bell tent has firepits in the open field but not in the wooded areas. It's a 10-minute drive into Sawbridgeworth (or a lovely gentle half-hour walk beside the River Stort following the Stort Valley Way). In town, take a look around the Tudor House Gallery (01279 600112), gathering treats for yourself from the gift shop, or visit some of the many antique shops in the town. If activities are more your style, then you can make use of the various riding stables that are dotted around Sawbridgeworth and Harlow. Hoskins Farm Riding Stables (01279722165) is less than 10 minutes' drive away and caters for all experience levels. The art gallery, Parndon Mill (01279426042) is also nearby taking just over 10 minutes to reach, they have lots of arts and crafts exhibitions and also host various art classes throughout the week. There are several good pubs within walking distance of Glamping at Redricks. The Moorhen (01279 423066) is over a half-hour walk away – casual and relaxed and good for families with kids, you can enjoy their wide range of beers, wines and dinner options in their sunny beer garden. Half an hour's walk will also get you to The Plume of Feathers (01279 424154), where they have a new stone-baked pizza oven and a patio with an outdoor bar, and The Dusty Miller (01279424180) – both are in nearby Gilston.

31 units · Glamping, Tents1 acre · Hickling, NorfolkTent camping and glamping within walking distance of Norfolk's largest broad and less than 10 minutes' drive from the beach

Wild Meadow at Raynham Estate

9 units · Glamping4000 acres · East Raynham, NorfolkLuxury yurt glamping in a quiet meadow on a Norfolk estate

Dreamy Hollow Woodland Campsite

20 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents7 acres · Kings Lynn, NorfolkBrimming in wartime history, Dreamy Hollow is home to three-and-a-half acres of Word War I training trenches and beautiful woodland pitches

Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

14 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents2 acres · King's Lynn, NorfolkHunstanton Camping and Glamping with mYminiBreak is located 2 minutes walk from the beach. Heacham is a large but quiet village just on the outskirts of the seaside town of Hunstanton. Providing a range of camping pitches for tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes; you could also indulge in a ready-made stay in a Glamping Bell Tent or Shepherds Hut for a Glamping break away on the Norfolk coast. When you stay at Hunstanton Camping and Glamping with mYminiBreak you are conveniently located to explore the beach and its surrounding areas. Between the venue and the beach, you will find the entrance to a public footpath that takes you to Snettisham, a smaller and history-rich village through scenic rural countryside. It is also possible to walk to Hunstanton in the opposite direction along the promenade whilst enjoying the sea air and open views. Our campsite is one of only a handful of campsites located on the west coast of Norfolk and just a 2-minute walk from the beach gives us a prime location for watching the sunset go down in all its spectacular deep orange and red glory. Couple this with having some drinks with friends and family by your campfire or BBQ makes for a wonderful memory to share with your loved ones. We are campfire and dog friendly, and welcome your four-legged friends to stay with you across our camping and glamping accommodation Local shops only 5 minutes down the road takes a load off your mind knowing that if you forget any supplies you don't have to go without, making your experience while camping in Hunstanton a relaxed and fun time.

21 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Cranbrook, KentOff-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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Outdoor stays for every style

Find your new favourite spot.

Old town charm meets modern culture in this ancient city, but after a day’s urban exploration it’s well worth travelling beyond Ipswich’s bustling centre to experience quintessential British camping. Whether you want to pitch up on a farm in the borough’s suburbs or make your base further afield, you have plenty of options not far from Suffolk’s county town, with highlights including the Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB, Broads National Park, and Breckland Special Protected Area.

Where to Go

Ipswich Countryside

What Ipswich’s urban landscape lacks in camping opportunities, its scenic surrounds more than make up for. Satellite towns such as Woodbridge, Stowmarket, and Saxmundham offer all manner of camping facilities, including caravan parks, riverside pitches, and luxury glamping, as well as direct train access to the city centre.

Suffolk Coast

Encompassing 50 miles (80 km) of rugged coastline, this Area of Outstanding Beauty is around a half-hour drive or twenty-minute train ride from Ipswich. Holiday parks punctuate the seaside villages, windswept beaches, and wildlife reserves that line the coast, and opportunities for outdoor adventures abound, including surfing, hiking, and biking.

The Brecks

About an hour’s drive north of Ipswich, this expansive wilderness is best known for its coniferous wood, sandy heath, and dry climate—making it a popular spot for wildlife and its watchers, as well as hikers and mountain bikers. The gateway towns of Brandon or Thetford can be reached by train in around 90 minutes.

The Broads

Made up of around 120 miles (200 km) of waterways, this protected network is a great location for campers who like to keep on the move. Simply rent a boat in Norwich, Lowestoft, or Great Yarmouth chuck in your gear, and set off on your adventure, taking advantage of riverside campsites and pub gardens along the way.

When to Go

Spring and summer are particularly busy times of year across Suffolk, so if you’re keen to beat the crowds consider an autumn or winter visit, when you’ll be rewarded with atmospheric skies, bird migrations, and cosy pub lunches.

Know Before You Go

Public transport is relatively easy to navigate, but if you’re on a time limit it’s worth bringing or renting a vehicle.
Wild swimming is a popular activity in the region, so if you’re up for a dip make sure to prepare and take all precautions.
Holiday parks can book up quickly, so make your plans well in advance.
Gear, including bikes and canoes, can often be rented at sites.