Discover the best lakeside campsites in East Midlands with wildlife watching

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Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf

3 units · Glamping40 acres · Warwickshire, West Midlands

Pod glamping and tent camping while watching boats go by on the banks of the Grand Union Canal

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Fords Farm Glamping

4 units · Glamping4 acres · Oswestry, England

Bell tent glamping in the grounds of a 17th-century farmhouse in Shropshire.

Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

11 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Warwickshire, England

Think Countryfile meets Time Team. Camping in six-acres of unspoiled Cotswold countryside, built in the grounds of a Norman castle.

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Glamping West Midlands

4 units · Glamping16 acres · Enville, England

Head here for an authentic glamping getaway in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside

12 top lakeside campsites in East Midlands with wildlife watching

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Purple Badger Camping&Fishing Lakes

12 units · Glamping, Tents5 acres · Beeby, England

Glamping and campfire-friendly camping by a pair of fishing lakes in the Leicestershire countryside

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Bell Tent Village

7 units · Glamping1 acre · Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands

Glamping on an established campsite next door to the National Watersports Centre in Nottingham

Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

11 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Warwickshire, England

Think Countryfile meets Time Team. Camping in six-acres of unspoiled Cotswold countryside, built in the grounds of a Norman castle.

Lakeside Fishing Cabins

3 units · Glamping15 acres · Lincolnshire, East Midlands

Beautiful Adults only peaceful site, open all year round. We purchased this peaceful secluded 15 acre piece of land, consisting of a 3 acre lake, in early 2015. Our beautiful Log Cabin (KINGFISHER) was completed in May 2017 and the static homes style lodges, (LAVENDER AND SUNFLOWER) in April 2021. Kingfisher is a more rustic vibe with log burner and oil filled radiators for heating and Lavender and Sunflower are more modern vibe with gas central heating. Lavender and Sunflower both have ramp access. They all have their own personal jetty and veranda to fish from. You can also fish anywhere around the lake as we do not allow day tickets. Kingfisher has 3 bedrooms, so sleeps 3 singles or 3 couples. The other two have 2 bedrooms, so sleeps just 2 singles or 2 couples. It is such a peaceful haven. All your troubles just disappear when you arrive. The calming beauty of the lake is inspiring. We want this to become our very own nature reserve, encouraging nesting of all kinds to mature to full potential. We want you to share on our journey and progress along the way. We don’t look on this as a business, but a ‘home from home’. It is our secretive safe haven, nestled nicely in-between Boston and Skegness in a peaceful surrounding – there is no traffic apart from the occasional Spitfire or Lancaster flying by! Also, depending on what time of year, the occasional combine harvester or tractor working the surrounding fields. Please note that our fishing village and cabin site are for adults only, no children or pets are allowed. We may welcome well behaved and experienced fishing people from the age of 15 years upwards. Please ask beforehand. SITE ADDRESS: LAKESIDE FISHING LODGES, COWBROADS LANE, OLD LEAKE, BOSTON. LINCOLNSHIRE. PE22 9RD.

Glamping West Midlands

4 units · Glamping16 acres · Enville, England

Head here for an authentic glamping getaway in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside

Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf

3 units · Glamping40 acres · Warwickshire, West Midlands

Pod glamping and tent camping while watching boats go by on the banks of the Grand Union Canal

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Chilled Out Adult Only Glamping

8 units · Glamping10 acres · Cheshire, North West England

Lakeside glamping on the edge of Delemere Forest and a 10-minute train ride from Chester

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Colehurst Lake

4 units · Glamping9 acres · Wem, Shropshire, West Midlands

Colehurst Lake, located in the serene Shropshire countryside, offers a perfect escape for glamping enthusiasts and fishing enthusiasts alike. Nestled amidst fields and woodlands, our well-spaced site provides a tranquil haven for relaxation. Enjoy the beauty of nature and abundant wildlife, including fantastic birdwatching opportunities. Our glamping accommodations provide rustic living quarters by the lake, while fishing is included in your stay. Unplug from daily stresses, unwind by the stream, and explore the woods. With welcoming hosts, well-maintained amenities, and a peaceful atmosphere, Colehurst Lake guarantees a memorable and rejuvenating experience. Book now and immerse yourself in our little piece of paradise.

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Serenity Lakes

3 units · Glamping10 acres · Duxford, England

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

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Ultimate Lakeside Glamping Getaway!

10 units · Glamping5 acres · Driffield, England

Wildlife abounds at this family-run site in East Yorkshire with lakeside safari lodges, yurts and log cabins

Love2Yurt

5 units · Glamping10 acres · Northamptonshire, East Midlands

Love2Yurt is based on a working farm that has embraced traditional farming methods for over 200 years. Our location is a big WOW factor with our five yurts in secluded, tranquil settings around the grounds of Limes Farm. The two small medieval lakes attract lovely birdlife including swans, herons and ducks and the orchard with a small play area is always a hit with the kids! There's an on-site Tearoom serving delicious breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas and the village pub and well appointed play park only a few minutes walk away. There's loads of things to see and do in the area along with the historic cities/towns of Oxford; Stratford Upon Avon ;Leamington Spa; Warwick and Woodstock, home to Blenheim Palace.

Arthur's Retreat Suffolk

5 units · Motorhomes5 acres · Diss, England

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

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Colehurst Lake

4 units · Glamping9 acres · Wem, Shropshire, West Midlands

Colehurst Lake, located in the serene Shropshire countryside, offers a perfect escape for glamping enthusiasts and fishing enthusiasts alike. Nestled amidst fields and woodlands, our well-spaced site provides a tranquil haven for relaxation. Enjoy the beauty of nature and abundant wildlife, including fantastic birdwatching opportunities. Our glamping accommodations provide rustic living quarters by the lake, while fishing is included in your stay. Unplug from daily stresses, unwind by the stream, and explore the woods. With welcoming hosts, well-maintained amenities, and a peaceful atmosphere, Colehurst Lake guarantees a memorable and rejuvenating experience. Book now and immerse yourself in our little piece of paradise.

Arthur's Retreat Suffolk

5 units · Motorhomes5 acres · Diss, England

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

Love2Yurt

5 units · Glamping10 acres · Northamptonshire, East Midlands

Love2Yurt is based on a working farm that has embraced traditional farming methods for over 200 years. Our location is a big WOW factor with our five yurts in secluded, tranquil settings around the grounds of Limes Farm. The two small medieval lakes attract lovely birdlife including swans, herons and ducks and the orchard with a small play area is always a hit with the kids! There's an on-site Tearoom serving delicious breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas and the village pub and well appointed play park only a few minutes walk away. There's loads of things to see and do in the area along with the historic cities/towns of Oxford; Stratford Upon Avon ;Leamington Spa; Warwick and Woodstock, home to Blenheim Palace.

Lakeside campsites in East Midlands with wildlife watching guide

Overview

East Midlands is the UK’s unassuming heartland, where industrial cities and historic market towns are hemmed together by a patchwork of farmlands and river valleys. Mild temperatures make this a year-round destination for outdoor adventures, and campers can sleep in tents, yurts, tipis, and glamping pods. Hike through the valleys in the Peak District National Park, stroll around stately homes, or explore woodland trails in the footsteps of local legend Robin Hood. In summer, the sandy shores of Skegness offer a traditional English seaside experience, while fall is the time for forest walks and bike rides, ablaze with autumnal colours.

Where to go

Nottinghamshire

The stomping ground of Robin Hood, it’s little surprise that Nottinghamshire is famed for its forests. Campers can pitch up in the heart of Sherwood Forest, enjoy walks and bike rides through the woodlands, or go zip-lining through the trees. Nearby, stroll through the bluebell woods of Clumber Park, which are magnificent in springtime; spot wild deer in Wollaton Park; or take a canal boat cruise along the Trent River.

Derbyshire

Derbyshire is hiking country and the gateway to the Peak District National Park, where moorlands, dales, and gritstone cliffs blanket the landscapes. Hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing are all popular activities within the park, while a pitstop in Bakewell (home of the Bakewell Tart) and a visit to Chatsworth House are also regional musts. Campers have options, whether you want to park up your caravan on the Chatsworth Estate or pitch your tent on the moors.

Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire’s headline act is Lincoln Cathedral, but there's more to discover than history and heritage in this rural county. Come in spring to see the region's renowned tulips in full bloom, then escape to the lowland forests and valleys of the Lincolnshire Wolds, where walking trails and camping sites line the hillsides. Along the coast, Skegness is the quintessential beach resort of the Midlands, where summer campers can pitch up right by the seaside.

Leicestershire

Heritage towns, deer parks, and 15th-century battlefields dot the countryside of Leicestershire. Simple pleasures await campers, whether walking amid fields of snowdrops in the Dimminsdale Nature Reserve (visit in late winter), glamping in the shadows of Belvoir Castle, or checking into a tranquil caravan park in the middle of the countryside.