Riverside Camping in Norfolk Coast AONB

Pitch your tent or park your caravan riverside in the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty—there are over 120 campsites here that put the water right at your doorstep. Expect average nightly prices around £44, but you’ll spot options dipping as low as £10 if you know where to look. The area is a magnet for fishing, wildlife-watching, and even surfing, with plenty of sites welcoming pets, campfires, and offering showers. Locals swear by Four Winds Camping and Canoeing (130 reviews) for easy river access and friendly hosts. Whitlingham Broad Campsite (52 reviews) is tucked beside the water, ideal for a quiet morning paddle. For something different, try Hunstanton Camping & Glamping (13 reviews) close to wide, sandy beaches. You’ll find riverside pitches with space for your dog and a crackling campfire, all within reach of Norfolk’s salt marshes, reed beds, and sprawling skies. Check rubbish points and facilities before you book—each site’s a little different, and the best spots fill up fast.

95% (233)

Top-rated campgrounds

Pitch your tent or park your caravan riverside in the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty—there are over 120 campsites here that put the water right at your doorstep. Expect average nightly prices around £44, but you’ll spot options dipping as low as £10 if you know where to look. The area is a magnet for fishing, wildlife-watching, and even surfing, with plenty of sites welcoming pets, campfires, and offering showers. Locals swear by Four Winds Camping and Canoeing (130 reviews) for easy river access and friendly hosts. Whitlingham Broad Campsite (52 reviews) is tucked beside the water, ideal for a quiet morning paddle. For something different, try Hunstanton Camping & Glamping (13 reviews) close to wide, sandy beaches. You’ll find riverside pitches with space for your dog and a crackling campfire, all within reach of Norfolk’s salt marshes, reed beds, and sprawling skies. Check rubbish points and facilities before you book—each site’s a little different, and the best spots fill up fast.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

97%

(292)

14 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, East Anglia

A small, friendly riverside campsite in Cambridgeshire – with campfires allowed

2. Whitlingham Broad Campsite

98%

(164)

72 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Norfolk, East Anglia

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

3. Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

78%

(29)

108 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · King's Lynn, England

🌅 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.

4. Firs Glamping

5 units · Glamping · Southwold, Suffolk, East Anglia

Our small site of 5 spacious bell tents is the perfect spot for a romantic couples retreat, or a relaxed family holiday in this unspoilt village, just 4 miles from the coastal town of Southwold. Nestled between the stunning nature spots of Dunwich, RSPB Minsmere and the Norfolk Broads, you couldn’t be better placed to explore the peaceful Suffolk countryside. Just throw open the doors of your bell tent to enjoy a beautiful view of the rolling fields, right from the comfort of your luxurious double bed and goose down duvet.

5. North Farm

88%

(4)

1 unit · Glamping · North Walsham, Norfolk, East Anglia

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.

6. Toad Hall Lodges

100%

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5 units · Glamping · Suffolk, East Anglia

Chic timber lodges for cosy couples near Southwold, handy for exploring East Suffolk's quiet coast and heathland

7. Willow Grove Farm Glamping

100%

(12)

13 units · Glamping · Lakenheath, England

Furnished bell tents with private shower rooms, great for gatherings and get togethers.

Camper favorites in and near Norfolk Coast AONB

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Firs Glamping

5 units · Glamping · Southwold, Suffolk, East Anglia

Our small site of 5 spacious bell tents is the perfect spot for a romantic couples retreat, or a relaxed family holiday in this unspoilt village, just 4 miles from the coastal town of Southwold. Nestled between the stunning nature spots of Dunwich, RSPB Minsmere and the Norfolk Broads, you couldn’t be better placed to explore the peaceful Suffolk countryside. Just throw open the doors of your bell tent to enjoy a beautiful view of the rolling fields, right from the comfort of your luxurious double bed and goose down duvet.

North Farm

88%

(4)

1 unit · Glamping · North Walsham, Norfolk, East Anglia

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.

Toad Hall Lodges

100%

(2)

5 units · Glamping · Suffolk, East Anglia

Chic timber lodges for cosy couples near Southwold, handy for exploring East Suffolk's quiet coast and heathland

Willow Grove Farm Glamping

100%

(12)

13 units · Glamping · Lakenheath, England

Furnished bell tents with private shower rooms, great for gatherings and get togethers.

Stories from the community

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Danny

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

Brilliant campsite backing in to the River Nene. Great place to launch kayaks and paddle boards. Clean toilets and showers and fire pits on every pitch. 10/10

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Susan

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Whitlingham Broad Campsite

Brilliant place to camp. Couldn’t fault it. It was great being able to hire a fire pit to sit around in the evenings.

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Sally

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Whitlingham Broad Campsite

This has got to be one of the best campsites ever. The facilities are incredible, surrounded by trees, walkable distance to a brewery, cafe and broad and never too busy even when fully booked. I'm actually hesitant to write this review as I want to keep the secret to myself!

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PHILIP

August 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

We loved our short stay at Four Winds. The river is right next to the site so we took a couple of paddle boards and were able to paddle into town. Safe, clean, welcoming site. Great pizzas on Friday night too.

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Gaz

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

Such a lovely place. The hosts are amazing and very helpful. Can't wait to go back again.

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Ailsa

August 2025

Tent

With kids

4 nights at Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

Lovely campsite with plenty of space, friendly staff and clean facilities.

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Vidmantas

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

Out family loved this camp site. Well recommended.

Gary

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

Great site, with clean and modern facilities. Everyone makes you feel very welcome. The location is great and there plenty of space, with generous pitches. Highly recommended 🙂👍🏻

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Marcin

July 2025

Tent

2 nights at Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

We really enjoyed our stay in For Winds. Super friendly and helpful staff. Place have large pitches, perfect for large tents. Showers and toilets were always clean.

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Mar

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

Great camping space! Very lovely and calm. There's showers, toilets and all amenities you need - as well as being walking distance from March and next to a river to canoe/kayak/etc. will definitely recommend!

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Udesh

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

Loved the campsite, easy access to the river. Well organised camp, clean facilities and helpful staff.

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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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Tanya

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

I loved our 2 night stay with Deb and Hannah, it is a stunning area to camp in the beautiful gardens, well maintained toliets and showers, also an added bonus of a washing machine and dryer, the camp shop was great and so convenient to access/buy snacks and drinks, me and my sister went on a 4 hour canoe trip and saw the stunning sights around March, I would highly recommend other to stay here and will definitely come back to stay in future

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Steven

June 2025

6 m Class B

With kids

Weekend Trip to Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

Clean, easy going, on the river. Took a nice paddle down river to town for lunch, paddle back for a snooze. Nice.

Meghan

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

Loved the canoeing - great location on thr river and super friendly staff. Nice amenities. Easy experience.

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Matthew

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

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

Karrie

May 2025

Tent

With kids

5 nights at Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

We really enjoyed our stay at Four Winds - the pitch was level, good sized and clean. Showers and toilets were well maintained. Great access to the river and the little shop onsite provides snacks/drinks. Pizza on Friday night was a hit!

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Ojhannen

May 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

Friendly, spacious, well located, good facilities, great access to the river. Some noise overnight from neighbouring barns, so Hest to pitch the other side of the field

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Lindsey

May 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP

Gorgeous little camp site, perfect for families, very peaceful and the river was fab for paddle boarding and swimming. Very clean and staff were super friendly and helpful, pitches are very generous making it feel spacious and private, would definitely recommend this little gem.

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Andrew

May 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Whitlingham Broad Campsite

Excellent campsite with great features, very family friendly. Our boys loved running around and exploring and making new friends. And while being super close to Norwich, it doesn't feel that way at all!