98% (58) • 45 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Epping Forest
The Secret Campsite
1. The Secret Campsite
99%
(91)
Lewes, England · 21 units · Tents, Glamping
A not so secret campsite in East Sussex with camping and glamping – and campfires encouraged
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£26
/ night
The Orchard at Fen End Farm
2. The Orchard at Fen End Farm
96%
(13)
Cambridge, England · 7 units
No passing traffic; no near neighbours; just sweet rural seclusion when glamping at this organic Fenland apple orchard near Cambridge
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£80
/ night
Chiltern Yurts
3. Chiltern Yurts
100%
(10)
Gubblecote, England · 2 units
Tranquil yurt glamping in a lush meadow at the foot of the Chiltern Hills
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£155
/ night
Surrey Hills Yurts & Bell Tents
4. Surrey Hills Yurts & Bell Tents
Westcott, England · 9 units
Yurt glamping in the Surrey Hills
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£165
/ night
Glamping Holiday Yurt
5. Glamping Holiday Yurt
100%
(1)
Alfold, England · 3 units
Excellently positioned bell tent glamping between the market town of Horsham, West Sussex and affluent Guilford in Surrey
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£143
/ night
Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
6. Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
100%
(15)
Lewes, England · 4 units
These super-sized, double-decker yurts on a charming East Sussex farm take glamping to another level.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£249
/ night
Crockstead Fields Yurts
7. Crockstead Fields Yurts
Horam, England · 2 units
Crockstead Fields is an eco-friendly boutique campsite tucked away in a secluded field in the East Sussex countryside. Packed with unique features and a range of luxury sleeping options, we are excited to open up our 2023 diary for summer camping expeditions. Within the site you can find hot showers, compost toilets, garden games, multiple seating areas and a fire pit. Our 10 furnished bell tents have been decorated specifically for the site and are a great camping option for those not looking to lug around a tent and bedding. There are some great local pubs and walks and over weekends you can find a working bar, catering options and various other elements in place on the site.
Launching the 2023 season we have lined up an opening party weekend on the 26th May featuring plenty of family based fun and a range of camping options now available to book.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£135
/ night
98% (58) • 45 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Epping Forest
The Secret Campsite
1. The Secret Campsite
99%
(91)
Lewes, England · 21 units · Tents, Glamping
A not so secret campsite in East Sussex with camping and glamping – and campfires encouraged
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£26
/ night
The Orchard at Fen End Farm
2. The Orchard at Fen End Farm
96%
(13)
Cambridge, England · 7 units
No passing traffic; no near neighbours; just sweet rural seclusion when glamping at this organic Fenland apple orchard near Cambridge
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£80
/ night
Chiltern Yurts
3. Chiltern Yurts
100%
(10)
Gubblecote, England · 2 units
Tranquil yurt glamping in a lush meadow at the foot of the Chiltern Hills
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£155
/ night
Surrey Hills Yurts & Bell Tents
4. Surrey Hills Yurts & Bell Tents
Westcott, England · 9 units
Yurt glamping in the Surrey Hills
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£165
/ night
Glamping Holiday Yurt
5. Glamping Holiday Yurt
100%
(1)
Alfold, England · 3 units
Excellently positioned bell tent glamping between the market town of Horsham, West Sussex and affluent Guilford in Surrey
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£143
/ night
Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
6. Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
100%
(15)
Lewes, England · 4 units
These super-sized, double-decker yurts on a charming East Sussex farm take glamping to another level.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£249
/ night
Crockstead Fields Yurts
7. Crockstead Fields Yurts
Horam, England · 2 units
Crockstead Fields is an eco-friendly boutique campsite tucked away in a secluded field in the East Sussex countryside. Packed with unique features and a range of luxury sleeping options, we are excited to open up our 2023 diary for summer camping expeditions. Within the site you can find hot showers, compost toilets, garden games, multiple seating areas and a fire pit. Our 10 furnished bell tents have been decorated specifically for the site and are a great camping option for those not looking to lug around a tent and bedding. There are some great local pubs and walks and over weekends you can find a working bar, catering options and various other elements in place on the site.
Launching the 2023 season we have lined up an opening party weekend on the 26th May featuring plenty of family based fun and a range of camping options now available to book.
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£135
/ night
Yurts in Epping Forest guide
Notable campgrounds
- Best for exploring: Debden House Campsite has spacious tent sites with fire pits, electric hook-up for caravans and campervans, and direct access to the forest’s hiking trails.
- Best for peace and quiet: Lee Valley Campsite is on the western edge of the forest and has grass pitches with or without electric hook-up, as well as cozy camping pods and tents for hire.
- Best for a wild camping experience: Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite lets you get back to nature, with minimal amenities, quiet woodland tent pitches, and hammocks swinging from the trees.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Epping Forest campsites and caravan sites can book up quickly, especially in July and August, and during school holidays. Early bookings are essential if you want to visit these times.
- Unpowered tent pitches are more likely to be available without a reservation, but it’s still best to call ahead.
- You will need to pay a deposit to secure your campsite reservation; some sites ask for the full payment prior to arrival.
- Be sure to check seasonal opening and closing dates, which vary by campsite. Some campsites open from May through September, while others stay open year-round.
When to go
Accessible year-round, it’s worth revisiting Epping Forest throughout its changing seasons. Autumn is magical under the colorful canopy of fall foliage, while springtime sees wildlife at its most active and bursts of wildflowers. Visiting on a weekday means you’ll avoid the crowds, but the park’s walking trails are always busy in July-August, as well as during school holidays. Pack sturdy hiking boots if visiting after rainfall, as the forest trails can get muddy.
Know before you go
- Epping Forest is on the border of Essex and Hertfordshire, about an hour’s drive north of London.
- Central line tubes run to Epping Forest from London, stopping at Ashurst, Beaulieu Road, Brockenhurst, Hinton Admiral, Lymington, New Milton, Sway, and Totton.
- There are about 30 car parks located throughout the park, many of which are pay and display.
- Epping Forest Visitor Centres are located at Chingford and High Beach, where you’ll also find restrooms and cafés.
- Wild camping and overnight parking are not permitted anywhere within the park. Fires and BBQs are also off-limits, except on private camping and caravan parks.
- Epping Forest has several accessible trails, and all car parks are accessible.