Campsites with showers in Holkham National Nature Reserve

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12 top campsites in Holkham National Nature Reserve with showers

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The Meadow @ Waples Mill

12 units · Tents8 acres · Dunmow, England
Spacious grass pitches in the green Essex countryside A 15-minute drive to Chelmsford; 40 minutes to Audley End Tractor rides on site; firepits provided for campfires. Rural walks, How about proper farm activities like tractor rides (ask site staff for details)? The place to find all this is The Meadow at Waples Mill, an Essex farm site between Chelmsford and Dunmow (and about 15 minutes’ drive from both). This family-friendly site is handy for walks on the Essex Way and other local footpaths, and tractor and trailer rides around the farm are organised on alternate days to give guests a glimpse into agricultural life. Activities complete for the day, it's time to chill out, and that should be easy here – all pitches have access to toilets and hot showers in a trailer close by, and firepits are provided so you can have a safe campfire (with wood available to buy on site and a great farm shop 10 minutes’ drive away for fireside snacks). Pitches themselves are large, well kept and well spaced within a meadow that backs onto the River Roding. Dogs are welcome, and there are plenty of places to take them for a walk nearby. London folk looking for a quick escape to the countryside, this is a place to bear in mind – it’s only about an hour and quarter by road from the city.
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Hill Farm Secluded Camping

5 units · Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · Darsham, England
Fancy some secluded downtime exploring rural coastal Suffolk? The tree-shaded pitches at Hill Farm are in a peaceful setting near the market towns of Saxmundham and Halesworth, and handily accessible from the A12, as well as to the coast and pretty villages, historical hamlets, and popular seaside towns, such as Southwold and Aldeburgh. This is a site that welcomes families and groups of friends, and it's dog-friendly too (there’s a 4-acre woodland to the north of the site that's great for dog walking). The site has good TV reception for relaxing indoors on damp or chilly days. The popular village of Westleton (10 minutes’ drive) has a village store, a farm shop, a garage and 2 pubs; and if you fancy a change from cooking, there is also a nice pub and a tearoom, in the Darsham village area (only 5 minutes drive or a 30 minute walk away through some lovely fields). Back on site, there are a toilet cabins with hot running water, plus other facilities including 4 showers, a portaloo, and a washing machine, grey waste and chemical toilet disposal and recycling points. Wi-fi is nearly all over the site too. The shared facilities at the top of the site also has a fridge and a washing up area, with a warm water tap, a nearby kettle and a plug socket for charging mobiles. Lighting and wifi is also provided. Please not that dogs must be kept on a lead at all times, and sorry, no campfires are allowed at the moment.
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Snettisham Meadows

40 units · Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Snettisham, England
****WINTER OPENING - We are open from November - March however please be aware there is no showers open*** 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.
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North Norfolk Camping & Glamping

13 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents15 acres · Sheringham, England
About Us mYminiBreak North Norfolk Camping and Glamping site is the perfect location for those who want to spend some time in the great outdoors. The Norfolk Coast Path - miles of walking paradise with many shorter circular routes that drift off from the main hike - is just a short drive away. There are a number of great local road walks, both for walking and cycling, that leave right from our campground. As a dog-friendly site, we have a beautiful natural lake where your dog can go paddling and a spacious meadow where they can run free. Come along with us on a camping trip in North Norfolk that you won't soon forget. We are an Off Grid site, there is no electric in our Glamping or campsite this is your opportunity to get back to nature and enjoy our serene surroundings and spend quality time with your loved ones! Location The North Norfolk Camping & Glamping site is in the middle of the countryside, away from the hustle and bustle of urban life, but still only a short drive from the beach and the ocean. North Norfolk Camping & Glamping with mYminiBreak will give you a taste of what it's like to camp in the great outdoors, far from the hectic crowds of the city and close to the coast. Travel to Blakeney Point and Weybourne to see the Grey Seals that return to our shores each year to breed; hike through our woods to see fallow deer, owls, and other woodland creatures; and rest assured that wherever you go in North Norfolk, you will be surrounded by nature. Norfolk is the ideal place for those interested in nature because it is situated on the outskirts of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. And Located in rural North Norfolk, the town of Holt, with its historic Georgian architecture, is surrounded by scenic parks and coastlines. In this area, you'll find a wide variety of locally owned shops and eateries, many of which welcome dogs with open arms and provide them with pupuccinos, doggy menus, and plenty of clean, fresh water. If you and your pet are looking for a rural getaway, mYminiBreak's North Norfolk Camping & Glamping is a perfect choice. Put on your wellies and head out to the North Norfolk Coast, where you can experience nature at its finest in parks like Holt's and Sheringham's. You'll be spoiled for choice when it comes to coastal adventures thanks to having easy access to many options along the idyllic North Norfolk Coast, which includes beaches like Blakeney, Salthouse, Sheringham, and Cromer. Many of our beaches welcome dogs, so it's not uncommon to see pooches frolicking in the sand and surf. Visit the Norfolk Seals, or go samphire hunting in the numerous salt marshes. Take your dog on a walk around Baconsthorpe Castle, a stroll around the village of Burnham Market, or a hike along the Norfolk Coast Path for a memorable experience. Camping Options North Norfolk Camping & Glamping is the place to go if you and your dog are looking for a rustic, off-the-grid camping experience. Our North Norfolk countryside campsite, Holt Hollow, features open meadows, wooded areas rich in wildlife, and a beautiful lake surrounded by trees and shrubs. You can go primitive at Holt Hollow Campground, which has sites for camping stays of all shapes and sizes, from Hiker's tents and touring caravans to family tents and motorhomes. We also offer a glamping experience with bell tents and shepherd's huts. After a day of exploring the North Norfolk countryside, relax by the campfire and look up at the stars thanks to our region's low light pollution. Glamping Options Dogs are welcome at any of our glamping sites, and we even provide amenities like towels, beds, and bowls for them! Glamping Bell Tents - Our Glamping Bell Tents are ideal for groups of friends or family members who want to spend quality time away from the bustling city and reconnect with the peaceful countryside in North Norfolk, without having to lift a finger. You will have a wonderful time glamping with us on the North Norfolk Coast because our tents are tastefully decorated in a boho style and have everything you could need during your stay. Tent camping with all the creature comforts of home can be a great way to spend time with loved ones. Glamping Shepherds Huts - Our North Norfolk glamping shepherd huts are all individually crafted with love, fully insulated, and built on castors for portability. Our Glamping Shepherd Huts provide luxurious camping with all the modern conveniences you could want, making them perfect for a romantic retreat or a trip back to nature. Our outside fire pits and barbecue grills will keep you warm and toasty no matter what time of year it is. If you want to warm up a bit while gazing at the stars in our vast, open, dark skies, the fires are ideal for both the cold winter nights and the warm summer evenings. Blank Canvas Bell Tents - If you're prepared for the outdoors but don't have a tent or aren't fond of pitching tents, consider one of our Blank Canvas Bell Tents. Waterproof and complete with a mosquito net, our pre-erected blank canvas bell tents are perfect for large families or groups of friends on a budget who want to enjoy a glamping experience in the countryside. You can relax in the open air with a fire in our outdoor fire pit while enjoying a meal cooked on the BBQ. Facilities We allow campfires and provide pits for campers to use; we also sell wood for burning on-site. Restrooms and water fountains are readily available, and on-site conveniences like showers and flushing toilets are shared with the glampers. Your four-legged friends are more than welcome to join you at the mYminiBreak North Norfolk Campsite so that you can take in all that the North Norfolk Coast has to offer with the whole family.
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Campsites with showers in Holkham National Nature Reserve guide

Overview

England’s largest NNR is still vaster than you think because, while stretching only 13 miles between Burnham Overy Staithe (west) and Blakeney (east) along the Norfolk Coast AONB, the amount of land between the closest coastal road and the sea is more expansive than meets the eye. This is all a tantalising tract of beach and dunes backed by enchanting pine forest and interspersed with mudflats. Discover secretive shoreside trails and sleepy lanes for cycling; wildlife-watch for seals around Blakeney Point or for the region’s many overwintering wildfowl. There are many places to peg up a tent on the flat fertile ground behind the coast – not least within the grand grounds of an 18th-century landscaped estate!

Where to go

Holkham Hall & Around

Within the NNR and south of Holkham village, this majestic early-18th-century, Neo-Palladian house and grounds were created out of formerly wind-blasted land transformed by the planting of thousands of trees. There is a pop-up campsite open between mid-July and mid-September near the lake on this majestic estate. Also on the Holkham Hall grounds is Ambers Bell Tents Glamping at Branthill Farm. Holkham Bay’s pine-backed sands are an easy walk north, where you can connect to the Norfolk Coast Path.

Scolt Head Island NNR

West of Holkham NNR, more of the same sort of coastline continues and here you find the sandy, shingly barrier island of Scolt Head Island NNR. The four-mile-long island is particularly important for its birdwatching and is accessed from either Burnham Overy Staithe or Brancaster Staithe. Deepdale Camping & Rooms at Burnham Deepdale is linked by footpath to the trail out to Scolt Head Island from Brancaster Staithe: pitch up yourself or camp out in already-erected safari tents.

Blakeney & Blakeney Point

At the eastern end of Holkham NNR, charming Blakeney is the village from where you can walk (or get a boat trip) to Blakeney NNR and Point, England’s biggest grey seal colony. Much of this reserve is off-limits to protect the seals, but trails run through the wetlands adjacent. Camping at the tranquil, informal Scaldbeck Cottage Campsite, near the departure point for seal-watching boat trips, is tough to trump.

Hunstanton & Around

Eleven miles west of Burnham Overy Staithe, 19th-century beach resort Hunstanton knows how to give its holiday-makers a good time: fairground, promenade, amusement arcades and aquarium are all here, alongside an array of camping and caravan parks. There is camping fairly centrally at Searle’s Leisure Park (camping tradition here dates back to 1934) but the best pitching is northeast of nearby Old Huntanton at the several sites along the edge of Holme Dunes NNR (more empty beaches, more ethereal dunes).

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