Dog-friendly glamping near Northampton

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The East Midlands city of Northampton offers some pretty rural campsites on its outskirts, beyond the urban centre. While the centre of town is quite spacious with many attractive historic buildings (architecture enthusiasts shouldn’t miss the 78 Derngate house museum by modernist Charles Rennie Mackintosh), campsites near the River Nene, which runs south of the city, are the highlight for nature lovers. Campers have a range of choices in the surrounding area, from scout camps and glamping pods to well-equipped caravan parks.

91% (487) 295 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Northampton

Heygates Lodging

1. Heygates Lodging

100%
(21)
21km from Northampton · 2 units
A place to unwind in the heart of the countryside. Canalside walks are on your doorstep and nature is never far away - birds of prey such as red kites and buzzards are plentiful, and you may be lucky enough to see otters in the canal. There's a variety of pubs and restaurants within a short drive, and the market towns of Rugby and Market Harborough area about 20 minutes away. Unwind in the hot tub, enjoy local beers and ciders or pick from our expertly curated wine list. Our Lodges have their own fire pits and BBQs, and all fuel is provided. Each lodge has its own hammock, and a designated private fishing peg at a turning point in the canal, meaning that you'll be largely undisturbed by passing boats.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£180
 / night
Walltree House Camping

2. Walltree House Camping

98%
(29)
33km from Northampton · 34 units · Tents, Glamping
Simple camping in the grounds of a farmhouse, with thrill-seeking activities in arm's reach
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£15
 / night
Sleep Wild

3. Sleep Wild

100%
(20)
34km from Northampton · 2 units
Curvy cabins with hot tubs on an expansive farm in the Oxfordshire countryside
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
from 
£151
 / night
Pitchcott Farm

4. Pitchcott Farm

92%
(31)
41km from Northampton · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Nearly wild, back-to-nature camping on a regenerative farm in Buckinghamshire
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£35
 / night
Cuckoo Farm Campsite

5. Cuckoo Farm Campsite

99%
(202)
46km from Northampton · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family camping with campfires on an organic farm, set alongside the beautiful River Chater
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£20
 / night
Stamford Meadows Glamping

6. Stamford Meadows Glamping

100%
(12)
52km from Northampton · 6 units
Peaceful, private yurt glamping in the heart of the Stamford Meadows
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£220
 / night
Campden Yurts, Glamping, Cotswolds

7. Campden Yurts, Glamping, Cotswolds

100%
(12)
65km from Northampton · 2 units
Campfires, countryside and comfortable glamping yurts, all on the outskirts of the Cotswolds' prettiest town
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£124
 / night
Secluded Woodland Camp

8. Secluded Woodland Camp

95%
(10)
73km from Northampton · 27 units · Tents, Glamping
Glamp or pitch up here in our secluded and peaceful mini off-grid site combining both field and forest. We have a shared under cover space and also an outdoor fire-pit to gather more than 20 people comfortably. There is a simple compost loo for your use with hand-washing and dish washing area outside. And the rest is all Mother nature! There is no running water or drinking water. You will need to bring your own. No electricity points or WIFI are in the campsite and no masts nearby so enjoy the EMF cleanse. Whether you chose to stay in the ancient woodland or the herbal pasture, you will feel the benefits of reconnecting with yourself in nature, breathing the clean air and hearing the birds singing. The parking is 800m away and there is minimal tractor use so you can imagine yourself roaming the fields and forest of England in days gone by. Fitness required. It's a long walk from the car park to the campsite. Trolleys provided.
Campfires
Picnic table
Cooking equipment
from 
£12
 / night
Bredon-Vale Caravan and Camping

9. Bredon-Vale Caravan and Camping

99%
(50)
74km from Northampton · 3 units
Laid-back glamping near Evesham, overlooking Bredon Hill and the Malverns.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£65
 / night
Abberton Shepherds Hut

10. Abberton Shepherds Hut

100%
(69)
77km from Northampton · 1 unit
Romantic shepherd's hut glamping on a Worcestershire farm, with stunning views towards the Cotswolds and a storybook setting
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£140
 / night
Bell Tent Village Parks

11. Bell Tent Village Parks

100%
(11)
78km from Northampton · 12 units
Glamping on an established campsite next door to the National Watersports Centre in Nottingham
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£128
 / night
Hendred Farm Huts

12. Hendred Farm Huts

99%
(37)
79km from Northampton · 4 units
Shepherd’s huts in pretty parkland in the Oxfordshire countryside
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£96
 / night
Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

13. Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

97%
(143)
83km from Northampton · 15 units · Tents, Glamping
Cosy year-round glamping and seasonal camping in a fenland meadow with views of Ely cathedral
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
Peake's Retreats

14. Peake's Retreats

100%
(13)
85km from Northampton · 3 units
Luxury yurt glamping near the Peak District where, from the tiny-toiletries to the family-sized hot tub, every single detail is covered
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£190
 / night
Gemini Camp

15. Gemini Camp

100%
(11)
86km from Northampton · 1 unit
Glamping stays in a cabin on a private six-acre nature reserve in Essex
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from 
£56
 / night
Blooms Westerby Farm

16. Blooms Westerby Farm

95%
(11)
86km from Northampton · 5 units
Camping and glamping in the peaceful Cambridgeshire Fens
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£85
 / night
The T Barn

17. The T Barn

99%
(90)
90km from Northampton · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and shepherd’s huts with hot tubs on a picturesque Cotswolds farm near Cirencester
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£29
 / night
Willow Grove Farm Glamping

18. Willow Grove Farm Glamping

100%
(12)
98km from Northampton · 13 units
Furnished bell tents with private shower rooms, great for gatherings and get togethers.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£150
 / night
Berrends Farm

19. Berrends Farm

96%
(38)
102km from Northampton · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are in the 3 counties area, a short distance from the Malvern Hills. We have pitches for tents and caravans, and also a Shepherds Hut and an Annex. We are a small working farm. We welcome our guests to enjoy our home. There are lots of local pubs and towns to visit and local attractions located nearby.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£32
 / night
Hollington Park Glamping

20. Hollington Park Glamping

95%
(11)
106km from Northampton · 6 units
Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£105
 / night

The East Midlands city of Northampton offers some pretty rural campsites on its outskirts, beyond the urban centre. While the centre of town is quite spacious with many attractive historic buildings (architecture enthusiasts shouldn’t miss the 78 Derngate house museum by modernist Charles Rennie Mackintosh), campsites near the River Nene, which runs south of the city, are the highlight for nature lovers. Campers have a range of choices in the surrounding area, from scout camps and glamping pods to well-equipped caravan parks.

91% (487) 295 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Northampton

Heygates Lodging

1. Heygates Lodging

100%
(21)
21km from Northampton · 2 units
A place to unwind in the heart of the countryside. Canalside walks are on your doorstep and nature is never far away - birds of prey such as red kites and buzzards are plentiful, and you may be lucky enough to see otters in the canal. There's a variety of pubs and restaurants within a short drive, and the market towns of Rugby and Market Harborough area about 20 minutes away. Unwind in the hot tub, enjoy local beers and ciders or pick from our expertly curated wine list. Our Lodges have their own fire pits and BBQs, and all fuel is provided. Each lodge has its own hammock, and a designated private fishing peg at a turning point in the canal, meaning that you'll be largely undisturbed by passing boats.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£180
 / night
Walltree House Camping

2. Walltree House Camping

98%
(29)
33km from Northampton · 34 units · Tents, Glamping
Simple camping in the grounds of a farmhouse, with thrill-seeking activities in arm's reach
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£15
 / night
Sleep Wild

3. Sleep Wild

100%
(20)
34km from Northampton · 2 units
Curvy cabins with hot tubs on an expansive farm in the Oxfordshire countryside
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
from 
£151
 / night
Pitchcott Farm

4. Pitchcott Farm

92%
(31)
41km from Northampton · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Nearly wild, back-to-nature camping on a regenerative farm in Buckinghamshire
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£35
 / night
Cuckoo Farm Campsite

5. Cuckoo Farm Campsite

99%
(202)
46km from Northampton · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family camping with campfires on an organic farm, set alongside the beautiful River Chater
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£20
 / night
Stamford Meadows Glamping

6. Stamford Meadows Glamping

100%
(12)
52km from Northampton · 6 units
Peaceful, private yurt glamping in the heart of the Stamford Meadows
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£220
 / night
Campden Yurts, Glamping, Cotswolds

7. Campden Yurts, Glamping, Cotswolds

100%
(12)
65km from Northampton · 2 units
Campfires, countryside and comfortable glamping yurts, all on the outskirts of the Cotswolds' prettiest town
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£124
 / night
Secluded Woodland Camp

8. Secluded Woodland Camp

95%
(10)
73km from Northampton · 27 units · Tents, Glamping
Glamp or pitch up here in our secluded and peaceful mini off-grid site combining both field and forest. We have a shared under cover space and also an outdoor fire-pit to gather more than 20 people comfortably. There is a simple compost loo for your use with hand-washing and dish washing area outside. And the rest is all Mother nature! There is no running water or drinking water. You will need to bring your own. No electricity points or WIFI are in the campsite and no masts nearby so enjoy the EMF cleanse. Whether you chose to stay in the ancient woodland or the herbal pasture, you will feel the benefits of reconnecting with yourself in nature, breathing the clean air and hearing the birds singing. The parking is 800m away and there is minimal tractor use so you can imagine yourself roaming the fields and forest of England in days gone by. Fitness required. It's a long walk from the car park to the campsite. Trolleys provided.
Campfires
Picnic table
Cooking equipment
from 
£12
 / night
Bredon-Vale Caravan and Camping

9. Bredon-Vale Caravan and Camping

99%
(50)
74km from Northampton · 3 units
Laid-back glamping near Evesham, overlooking Bredon Hill and the Malverns.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£65
 / night
Abberton Shepherds Hut

10. Abberton Shepherds Hut

100%
(69)
77km from Northampton · 1 unit
Romantic shepherd's hut glamping on a Worcestershire farm, with stunning views towards the Cotswolds and a storybook setting
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£140
 / night
Bell Tent Village Parks

11. Bell Tent Village Parks

100%
(11)
78km from Northampton · 12 units
Glamping on an established campsite next door to the National Watersports Centre in Nottingham
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from 
£128
 / night
Hendred Farm Huts

12. Hendred Farm Huts

99%
(37)
79km from Northampton · 4 units
Shepherd’s huts in pretty parkland in the Oxfordshire countryside
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£96
 / night
Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

13. Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

97%
(143)
83km from Northampton · 15 units · Tents, Glamping
Cosy year-round glamping and seasonal camping in a fenland meadow with views of Ely cathedral
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
Peake's Retreats

14. Peake's Retreats

100%
(13)
85km from Northampton · 3 units
Luxury yurt glamping near the Peak District where, from the tiny-toiletries to the family-sized hot tub, every single detail is covered
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£190
 / night
Gemini Camp

15. Gemini Camp

100%
(11)
86km from Northampton · 1 unit
Glamping stays in a cabin on a private six-acre nature reserve in Essex
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from 
£56
 / night
Blooms Westerby Farm

16. Blooms Westerby Farm

95%
(11)
86km from Northampton · 5 units
Camping and glamping in the peaceful Cambridgeshire Fens
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from 
£85
 / night
The T Barn

17. The T Barn

99%
(90)
90km from Northampton · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and shepherd’s huts with hot tubs on a picturesque Cotswolds farm near Cirencester
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£29
 / night
Willow Grove Farm Glamping

18. Willow Grove Farm Glamping

100%
(12)
98km from Northampton · 13 units
Furnished bell tents with private shower rooms, great for gatherings and get togethers.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£150
 / night
Berrends Farm

19. Berrends Farm

96%
(38)
102km from Northampton · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are in the 3 counties area, a short distance from the Malvern Hills. We have pitches for tents and caravans, and also a Shepherds Hut and an Annex. We are a small working farm. We welcome our guests to enjoy our home. There are lots of local pubs and towns to visit and local attractions located nearby.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£32
 / night
Hollington Park Glamping

20. Hollington Park Glamping

95%
(11)
106km from Northampton · 6 units
Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£105
 / night

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Dog-friendly glamping near Northampton guide

Where to go

Pitsford Water

Just north of Northampton, this reservoir offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, sailing, and birdwatching. While there is no campsite at Pitsford Water itself, suitable day-time camping can be found for campers in motorhomes who can stop to enjoy the setting en route to an overnight campsite. Explore the meadows, grassland, and woodlands while still being close to Northampton city.

Fotheringhay Castle

Northeast of Northampton, on the outskirts of the neighbouring city of Peterborough, is a ruined 12th-century castle site. It’s near the village of Fortheringhay, offering an almost-wild-camping experience. A couple of safari-style tents are available on farmland, as are limited caravan sites, but campers must bring most of their own supplies, including water for showering. Campers can paddleboard, kayak, or swim at the River Nene.

Milton Keynes

Less than 30 minutes’ drive south of Northampton, Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire is renowned for its grid-like plan and greenery. Here, campers don’t need to go beyond town to find somewhere to stay, as campsites, cabins, and farm stays all sit within Milton Keynes. With 15 lakes and 11 miles of canals, the area is a great spot for campers who enjoy boating and other water sports.

When to go

The best time to camp in and around Northampton is in the warmer months, between May and September, when camping in a tent or unheated vehicle is most comfortable. The East Midlands experience mild summers with long days, plus cold winters with occasional snow, when many caravan parks and other camping facilities close for the season. If you want to brave the cold, cabins and more permanent structures may be available.