The best campsites near Kessingland, Suffolk with horseback riding

Tucked away in the serene landscapes of Suffolk and East Anglia, Kessingland presents campers with beautiful beaches and unique experiences like the Africa Alive Zoological Reserve. Camp at local holiday parks with tent and caravan pitches with swimming pools or book a safari tent with wifi, showers, and a toilet. Then, travel to Coast & Heaths AONB, and set up on camping pitches or in glamping pods amidst vast landscapes teeming with flora and fauna. The tranquil waterways of Broads National Park beckon with aquatic adventures and quaint village charm, complemented by camping sites equipped for both glampers and traditional campers alike. Then there's the serene environments of Dunwich Heath and Beach—a perfect spot for relaxation and coastal walks, with adjacent campgrounds offering amenities ranging from showers to laundry facilities, ensuring comfort that’s full of nature.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Kessingland

Tucked away in the serene landscapes of Suffolk and East Anglia, Kessingland presents campers with beautiful beaches and unique experiences like the Africa Alive Zoological Reserve. Camp at local holiday parks with tent and caravan pitches with swimming pools or book a safari tent with wifi, showers, and a toilet. Then, travel to Coast & Heaths AONB, and set up on camping pitches or in glamping pods amidst vast landscapes teeming with flora and fauna. The tranquil waterways of Broads National Park beckon with aquatic adventures and quaint village charm, complemented by camping sites equipped for both glampers and traditional campers alike. Then there's the serene environments of Dunwich Heath and Beach—a perfect spot for relaxation and coastal walks, with adjacent campgrounds offering amenities ranging from showers to laundry facilities, ensuring comfort that’s full of nature.

98% (192) • 27 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Kessingland

1. Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

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44km from Kessingland · 47 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

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

2. Whitlingham Broad Campsite

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34km from Kessingland · 72 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

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

3. Snettisham Meadows

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(24)

96km from Kessingland · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Set on a traditional family-run farm in rural Norfolk, Snettisham Meadows is on the outskirts of the pretty village of Snettisham and short drive away from North Norfolk's beautiful white sandy beaches. Animal-mad campers, form an orderly queue please, as this 329-acre farm has several attractions up its sleeve for you, including meet-and-greets with pigs and ponies, lamb feeding in spring and deer safaris. There’s also a dog paddock for rent so four-legged companions can have a frisk around, and an area on the camping field is reserved for guests with dogs. Campfires and barbecues are permitted and you can borrow firepits from the site owners. Logs are also available to buy. The site is only 10 minutes’ walk from a village pub if you fancy a change of scenery. After a fun-filled day exploring this lovely part of Norfolk, come back to your pitch and keep your fingers crossed for clear skies and some serious stargazing. Facilities include washing-up sinks, a small shop at reception for essential supplies and tourist information, USB phone charging and a freezer for ice packs.

4. Sunnyside Campsite

13km from Kessingland · 1 unit · Glamping

Easy camping on a small site in Suffolk

5. Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

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100km from Kessingland · 108 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

🌅 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.

6. Arthur's Retreat Suffolk

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55km from Kessingland · 5 units · Motorhomes

A year-round lakeside site for motorhomes and caravans in Suffolk

7. Glamp and Tipple

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53km from Kessingland · 5 units · Glamping

Hotel-style glamping in Yurts on a Norfolk farm

8. Greenhill Glamping

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148km from Kessingland · 2 units · Glamping

Impeccably restored huts from the late 19th-century, kitted out for couples with king-sized beds, wood-burning stoves and views over the Kent Downs

9. Glamping at Bressingham Gardens

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45km from Kessingland · 2 units · Glamping

Peaceful glamping in an undisturbed meadow in beautiful Bressingham Gardens

10. The Orchard Wagon

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19km from Kessingland · 1 unit · Glamping

A true escape in the wild, our secluded Orchard Wagon is nestled in the corner of the apple orchard. Close to delightful beaches at Dunwich, Walberswick and Southwold, and a walk to the local pub. Perfect for those that want to get back to basics in nature, the wagon comfortably sleeps 2 people and includes a private bathroom, washing and kitchen cabin. The Orchard Wagon has a double bed (1.5m x 2m) with a smart little wood-burning stove to keep you toasty as you watch the stunning Suffolk sunsets. White Egyptian cotton sheets and towels provided. Cooking couldn’t be easier with the well-equipped cooking cabin next door or the barbeque on the stone terrace in front. Fire up the Chiminea to keep you warm as you eat al fresco. Take the stepping stone path up behind the wagon to find the washing shed with three separate rooms for washing up, showering, and the composting loo. Plenty of hot water and for those who like communing with nature try showering with the door open - it’s a lovely experience and what a view. This is camping in style!

11. Nelson Park Riding Centre

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121km from Kessingland · 3 units · Glamping

Glamping with a view of the horses in Thanet's largest riding centre.

12. North Farm

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48km from Kessingland · 1 unit · Glamping

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.

13. Glamp-in-Style

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148km from Kessingland · 2 units · Glamping

Safari tent glamping in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds within the beautiful grounds of Fir-combe Hall. You can even bring your horse along!

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Frankie

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Snettisham Meadows

A nice very clean campsite. Showers were nice and warm. Had a lovely campfire and watched the sun go down

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Lisa

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Snettisham Meadows

Good facilities, plenty of hot water. Within walking distance of. Snettisham and a short drive to the coast. Perfect for a couple of nights camping.

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Mandy

August 2025

5 m Class B

3 nights at Arthur's Retreat Suffolk

The setting was prefect it was quiet adult only with great space and a beautiful lake lots of walks around .Great for biking around as well! Hollie was very friendly, we would definitely recommend it! and will be going back.

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Courtney

June 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

A great location - 3 minute walk from the beach. Campsite has showers and toilet blocks that are fairly basic but clean and proper buildings/structures. Camp pitches are fairly close together, but the campsite lead is fairly relaxed about the tent locations. An easy going vibe overall and peaceful setting.

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Yasko

June 2025

Weekend Trip to The Orchard Wagon

The lovely wagon by the apple trees farm. Bed room, toilet, shower, everywhere is clean, tidy, and organised. Very quiet, no one distracted us. Lots of starts in the night, wake up with sun rise.. .... Everything was super perfect!! Caroline, the host was generouse and kind , too. We defnitly get back the wagon again!

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Milan

June 2025

1 night at Glamp and Tipple

Very pleasant stay Yurt nicely furnished comfortable bed,AMAZING Hot tub, Equipment everything needed available. Thank you for the stay

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Matthew

June 2025

5 m Class A

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

Super location for easy access the coast and coastal path.. A quiet and sheltered little site.

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Matthew

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

A great little site. Love the closeness to the beach.

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mike

March 2025

5 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Arthur's Retreat Suffolk

Brilliant little site and such a bargin to boot, site is well equipped and secure hard standing pitches. Owners great and friendly. Site is placed for good access to local tourist sites. Definitely will return this year.

welcome to welscome to Hunstanton camping and glamping

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nigel

December 2024

Tent

1 night at Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

lovly location, a warm and friendly welcome, great watching the wildlife at nearby Wild ken hill and RSPB Snettisham , and with being just minutes form the dog friendly beach a; made my stay perfect

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Joanne

November 2024

Weekend Trip to Greenhill Glamping

We were so delighted by our stay at the Ploughman's. The interior is a testimony to true craftsmanship, with so many exquisite, authentic details. The view of the green hills, horses and sheep calmly munching away in the distance gave a feeling of timelessness. The log fire was warm and cosy and the bed is extremely comfy. Total peace and relaxation! Many thanks for such a deeply restful stay.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The best campsites near Kessingland with horseback riding guide

Where to go

Coast & Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

As its name suggests, this AONB showcases some of the most breathtaking coastal scenes in England. Wander sandy paths, hike along parts of the Suffolk Coast Path, and watch for diverse bird species like the redshank in the estuaries. Nearby campsites accommodate both tents and caravans, with amenities including electrical hookups, picnic areas, and firepits. On a camping trip during colder months, find something different and stay in a glamping pod that’s fully heated and insulated.

Broads National Park

Known for its unique network of rivers and lakes, Broads National Park is a paradise for campers who love water-based activities. Explore areas like Wroxham Broad and Hickling Broad, navigate the waters on a boat or canoe on River Waveney, or simply enjoy the diverse wildlife that populates the region, like the swallowtail and the rare Norfolk hawker dragonfly. Various camping sites are nestled within and around the park, equipped with facilities for tents, caravans, and even yurts. Expect amenities such as fresh water points, waste disposal, and electric hookups.

Dunwich Heath and Beach

A true gem for nature lovers, Dunwich Heath and Beach offers a calm retreat from the bustle of daily life. The heath, ablaze with purple heather in late summer, is ideal for serene walks, while the pebbly shingle beach with rare plant and wildlife species offers campers a leisurely stroll along the coast. Birdwatching enthusiasts can spot a variety of species in the area, such as the stonechat, skylark, and Dartford warbler. Coastal campsites provide amenities like toilets, washrooms, and beach access, while holiday cottage rentals are also available along the waterfront.

When to go

Kessingland and its surrounding areas are popular during summer months, with temperatures averaging 20°C and pleasant conditions for hiking, birdwatching, and boating. The cooler spring and autumn seasons bring vibrant colours to the landscape, perfect for photographers and nature enthusiasts. Winter, while chillier, still has its charm, especially for campers who appreciate the serenity of year-round coastal cottages under a light frost.