Glamping near Ashdown Forest
98% (1.2K) • 483 campsites
Top-rated glamping sites near Ashdown Forest
Downsview Vineyard
1. Downsview Vineyard
100%
(55)
8.4km from Ashdown Forest · 5 units
Simple but sophisticated, adults-only bell tent camping on a tiny vineyard with distant views of the South Downs
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£125
/ night
Wild Boar Wood Campsite
2. Wild Boar Wood Campsite
97%
(68)
8.4km from Ashdown Forest · 9 units
Wild woodland glamping in the heart of Sussex with fires
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£96
/ night
Earth Camp
3. Earth Camp
90%
(34)
12km from Ashdown Forest · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a small, family run, eco-friendly campsite in Chailey, set in a peaceful pocket of Sussex countryside.
Our uniqueness includes therapies offered on site, including massage, reiki and pellowah; our classes run on site, including yoga, and gong baths; the wide range of outdoor games we can provide; and our commitment to making your camping experience as pleasurable as possible. We also have a fantastic wood-fired sauna all day on Saturdays, a delicious pizza oven on Saturday evenings, and a coffee truck on weekend mornings!
We allow campfires and dogs, and for those who seek a little luxury in camping, we have spacious hot showers. We also have a number of beautiful Bell Tents available to hire, which we will put up for you prior to your arrival (min 2 nights).
Look our for our special weekends, including Star Parties, Yoga Retreats, Singing Circles and Wellness Weekends. We also have delicious wood-fired pizzas on Saturday evenings, and an artisan coffee trucks with superb pastries on weekend mornings 8-10am.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£15
/ night
Tomkins Farm
4. Tomkins Farm
96%
(164)
13km from Ashdown Forest · 42 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Relaxed camping beside a lake on an East Sussex farm, with alpacas, llamas, and camels
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£18
/ night
The Secret Campsite
5. The Secret Campsite
99%
(91)
14km from Ashdown Forest · 21 units · Tents, Glamping
A not so secret campsite in East Sussex with camping and glamping – and campfires encouraged
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£26
/ night
Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
6. Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
92%
(13)
16km from Ashdown Forest · 3 units
The Glamping site offers three Glamping Pods. Glamping Pod 1 has twin beds while Glamping Pod 2 and 3 have double beds. The Pods are furnished with beds, side tables, table and chairs with hanging space for clothes and coats. The site is level and surrounded by a well managed copse adjoining the road with wild flowers and resplendent with bluebells in the Spring. We are proud to have been awarded Campsite of the Year East Sussex for 2021/22 by CorporateLiveWire Prestige Awards.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£90
/ night
Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
7. Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
100%
(15)
16km from Ashdown Forest · 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
Dernwood Farm Camping & Glamping
8. Dernwood Farm Camping & Glamping
95%
(65)
17km from Ashdown Forest · 17 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and glamping in Sussex meadows and woodlands
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£12
/ night
The Sunset Tree
9. The Sunset Tree
96%
(34)
18km from Ashdown Forest · 30 units · Tents, Glamping
A sociable, tents-only, pop-up campsite, with a good village pub and playground on the doorstep
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
£17
/ night
Hale Farm
10. Hale Farm
100%
(152)
20km from Ashdown Forest · 38 units · Tents, Glamping
A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£15
/ night
Fontmills Farm Campsite
11. Fontmills Farm Campsite
100%
(122)
21km from Ashdown Forest · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family-friendly camping near the Cuckoo Trail, where campfires are permitted and space is guaranteed
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£14
/ night
The Nut Plat Retreat
12. The Nut Plat Retreat
93%
(73)
27km from Ashdown Forest · 3 units
Antique living wagons on the banks of the River Bourne, with a charming orchard setting, a pub down the lane and a history unlike anywhere else
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£88
/ night
Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard
13. Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard
100%
(20)
30km from Ashdown Forest · 8 units · Tents, Glamping
Simple camping and comfortable glamping amongst organic fruit trees, wild flowers and woodland, bordering an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with some of the darkest night skies in Europe. In the beautiful High Weald of Kent, Tash and Nick have been running May Tree Orchard's low-impact, nature-friendly, seasonal campsite, Plum Camping, for the last 5 years.
The Soil Association certified organic land is full of wild flowers and surrounded by woodland and other orchards. Electricity and hot water for showers and washing up is solar generated. So you can charge your phone if necessary, but we'd recommend stargazing and enjoying the quiet warmth of friends and family around an evening fire instead.
Bring your own tent, stay in the delightful hand-made shepherd’s hut or stylish caravan, or hire the whole May Tree Orchard space. Numbers are kept low here so that there is always plenty of room for everyone, as well as peace and quiet.
The campsite is an hour and a half drive from London and a 20 min walk to the sleepy and pretty village of Goudhurst, with pubs selling great food and two local shops for self-catering. There are also two excellent farm shops within walking distance.
Close to May Tree Orchard, there are walks via Sissinghurst, Scotney and Bodiam Castle, and water activities on the River Rother and at Bewl Water. Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is a ten-minute drive from the campsite and the coast around Hastings and Rye is just over 30 minutes.
An amazing independent food business, Growing Communities, sells pears, apples and plums grown at the orchard in their box scheme serving North and South London, and you can also buy them from the Pear Necessities stall at Stoke Newington Farmers Market. Delicious apple juice and tasty chutney made from the organic apples grown in the orchard are available to purchase on site, as well as plum preserve and orchard plums.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£12
/ night
Beech Estate Campsite
14. Beech Estate Campsite
97%
(185)
30km from Ashdown Forest · 57 units · Tents, Glamping
Tent pitch camping and wild glamping in a Sussex woodland hideaway
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£22
/ night
Foot of the Downs
15. Foot of the Downs
100%
(25)
30km from Ashdown Forest · 3 units
Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£117
/ night
Glassenbury Camping
16. Glassenbury Camping
99%
(65)
31km from Ashdown Forest · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Eco camping in the heart of the High Weald and Kent's castle country
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£14
/ night
The Hare lodge
17. The Hare lodge
100%
(11)
31km from Ashdown Forest · 2 units
Luxury safari tent glamping on a rural Kent farm within walking distance of the local vineyards yet speedily reached from London
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£233
/ night
Star Field Camping
18. Star Field Camping
97%
(62)
32km from Ashdown Forest · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Off-grid camping and glamping in the High Weald of Kent with campfires, acres of space and a farm shop on site
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£25
/ night
Battle Pods & Bells
19. Battle Pods & Bells
100%
(13)
35km from Ashdown Forest · 10 units
Off grid bell tents and pods in a woodland just outside Battle
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£80
/ night
Glamping @ Rankins Farm
20. Glamping @ Rankins Farm
100%
(38)
35km from Ashdown Forest · 6 units
Family-friendly pod glamping beside a 30-year-old plum orchard, with far-reaching views across the Kent countryside
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£120
/ night
98% (1.2K) • 483 campsites
Top-rated glamping sites near Ashdown Forest
Downsview Vineyard
1. Downsview Vineyard
100%
(55)
8.4km from Ashdown Forest · 5 units
Simple but sophisticated, adults-only bell tent camping on a tiny vineyard with distant views of the South Downs
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£125
/ night
Wild Boar Wood Campsite
2. Wild Boar Wood Campsite
97%
(68)
8.4km from Ashdown Forest · 9 units
Wild woodland glamping in the heart of Sussex with fires
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£96
/ night
Earth Camp
3. Earth Camp
90%
(34)
12km from Ashdown Forest · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a small, family run, eco-friendly campsite in Chailey, set in a peaceful pocket of Sussex countryside.
Our uniqueness includes therapies offered on site, including massage, reiki and pellowah; our classes run on site, including yoga, and gong baths; the wide range of outdoor games we can provide; and our commitment to making your camping experience as pleasurable as possible. We also have a fantastic wood-fired sauna all day on Saturdays, a delicious pizza oven on Saturday evenings, and a coffee truck on weekend mornings!
We allow campfires and dogs, and for those who seek a little luxury in camping, we have spacious hot showers. We also have a number of beautiful Bell Tents available to hire, which we will put up for you prior to your arrival (min 2 nights).
Look our for our special weekends, including Star Parties, Yoga Retreats, Singing Circles and Wellness Weekends. We also have delicious wood-fired pizzas on Saturday evenings, and an artisan coffee trucks with superb pastries on weekend mornings 8-10am.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£15
/ night
Tomkins Farm
4. Tomkins Farm
96%
(164)
13km from Ashdown Forest · 42 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Relaxed camping beside a lake on an East Sussex farm, with alpacas, llamas, and camels
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£18
/ night
The Secret Campsite
5. The Secret Campsite
99%
(91)
14km from Ashdown Forest · 21 units · Tents, Glamping
A not so secret campsite in East Sussex with camping and glamping – and campfires encouraged
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£26
/ night
Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
6. Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods
92%
(13)
16km from Ashdown Forest · 3 units
The Glamping site offers three Glamping Pods. Glamping Pod 1 has twin beds while Glamping Pod 2 and 3 have double beds. The Pods are furnished with beds, side tables, table and chairs with hanging space for clothes and coats. The site is level and surrounded by a well managed copse adjoining the road with wild flowers and resplendent with bluebells in the Spring. We are proud to have been awarded Campsite of the Year East Sussex for 2021/22 by CorporateLiveWire Prestige Awards.
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£90
/ night
Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
7. Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs
100%
(15)
16km from Ashdown Forest · 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
Dernwood Farm Camping & Glamping
8. Dernwood Farm Camping & Glamping
95%
(65)
17km from Ashdown Forest · 17 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and glamping in Sussex meadows and woodlands
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£12
/ night
The Sunset Tree
9. The Sunset Tree
96%
(34)
18km from Ashdown Forest · 30 units · Tents, Glamping
A sociable, tents-only, pop-up campsite, with a good village pub and playground on the doorstep
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
£17
/ night
Hale Farm
10. Hale Farm
100%
(152)
20km from Ashdown Forest · 38 units · Tents, Glamping
A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£15
/ night
Fontmills Farm Campsite
11. Fontmills Farm Campsite
100%
(122)
21km from Ashdown Forest · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family-friendly camping near the Cuckoo Trail, where campfires are permitted and space is guaranteed
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£14
/ night
The Nut Plat Retreat
12. The Nut Plat Retreat
93%
(73)
27km from Ashdown Forest · 3 units
Antique living wagons on the banks of the River Bourne, with a charming orchard setting, a pub down the lane and a history unlike anywhere else
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£88
/ night
Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard
13. Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard
100%
(20)
30km from Ashdown Forest · 8 units · Tents, Glamping
Simple camping and comfortable glamping amongst organic fruit trees, wild flowers and woodland, bordering an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with some of the darkest night skies in Europe. In the beautiful High Weald of Kent, Tash and Nick have been running May Tree Orchard's low-impact, nature-friendly, seasonal campsite, Plum Camping, for the last 5 years.
The Soil Association certified organic land is full of wild flowers and surrounded by woodland and other orchards. Electricity and hot water for showers and washing up is solar generated. So you can charge your phone if necessary, but we'd recommend stargazing and enjoying the quiet warmth of friends and family around an evening fire instead.
Bring your own tent, stay in the delightful hand-made shepherd’s hut or stylish caravan, or hire the whole May Tree Orchard space. Numbers are kept low here so that there is always plenty of room for everyone, as well as peace and quiet.
The campsite is an hour and a half drive from London and a 20 min walk to the sleepy and pretty village of Goudhurst, with pubs selling great food and two local shops for self-catering. There are also two excellent farm shops within walking distance.
Close to May Tree Orchard, there are walks via Sissinghurst, Scotney and Bodiam Castle, and water activities on the River Rother and at Bewl Water. Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is a ten-minute drive from the campsite and the coast around Hastings and Rye is just over 30 minutes.
An amazing independent food business, Growing Communities, sells pears, apples and plums grown at the orchard in their box scheme serving North and South London, and you can also buy them from the Pear Necessities stall at Stoke Newington Farmers Market. Delicious apple juice and tasty chutney made from the organic apples grown in the orchard are available to purchase on site, as well as plum preserve and orchard plums.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£12
/ night
Beech Estate Campsite
14. Beech Estate Campsite
97%
(185)
30km from Ashdown Forest · 57 units · Tents, Glamping
Tent pitch camping and wild glamping in a Sussex woodland hideaway
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£22
/ night
Foot of the Downs
15. Foot of the Downs
100%
(25)
30km from Ashdown Forest · 3 units
Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£117
/ night
Glassenbury Camping
16. Glassenbury Camping
99%
(65)
31km from Ashdown Forest · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Eco camping in the heart of the High Weald and Kent's castle country
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£14
/ night
The Hare lodge
17. The Hare lodge
100%
(11)
31km from Ashdown Forest · 2 units
Luxury safari tent glamping on a rural Kent farm within walking distance of the local vineyards yet speedily reached from London
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£233
/ night
Star Field Camping
18. Star Field Camping
97%
(62)
32km from Ashdown Forest · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Off-grid camping and glamping in the High Weald of Kent with campfires, acres of space and a farm shop on site
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£25
/ night
Battle Pods & Bells
19. Battle Pods & Bells
100%
(13)
35km from Ashdown Forest · 10 units
Off grid bell tents and pods in a woodland just outside Battle
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£80
/ night
Glamping @ Rankins Farm
20. Glamping @ Rankins Farm
100%
(38)
35km from Ashdown Forest · 6 units
Family-friendly pod glamping beside a 30-year-old plum orchard, with far-reaching views across the Kent countryside
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£120
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Matt
December 2025
Weekend Trip to The Nut Plat Retreat
The cabin was homely, warm and comfy. Plenty of logs provided for the burner. The hot tub is surrounded by trees and when the stars come out a lovely place to wallow. Nice country pub on doorstep. Would recommend.
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Batman
December 2025
Weekend Trip to Foot of the Downs
Me and my partner stayed at Skylark pod and it was very nice, lovely scenic getaway for our anniversary. The bed was comfy and the shower was very good. The only issue was there was quite a lot of dust cobwebs around so it wasn’t as clean as we expected. The sofa is also very uncomfortable. Would recommend though.
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erin
November 2025
Weekend Trip to The Nut Plat Retreat
Highly recommend, my partner and I had a great time at Finlay’s cabin. It was exactly what we were looking for in terms of: how remote & private it was, outdoor and indoor fire & the hot tub! We also loved the unique structure and authentic feel… however a few things to note, for the cost per night(£180) I would expect: body wash & shampoo / hairdryer, better kitchen essentials, the coffee left was almost empty for example and old stuff was left in the fridge& top shelf was left completely wet.. I know it’s ‘small’ things but for the price you’d expect these things to be attended to.. for us we didn’t mind too much, but would have made the experience a lot nicer to have these things to improve the overall feel and experience. Also I felt that in terms of cleanliness, it could have been cleaner, many cobwebs & spiders, hair and dirt in the bath tub, messy outdoor porch area; we wanted to use the outdoor bbq and had to clean it very well ourselves.. for the price you would expect it to be clean and ready to use with coals etc however we had to make do with the indoor logs with no fire starter as only option was the chemical indoor one which we didn’t want to use to cook food on.. making it difficult. The hotub area is lovely, however we wanted to use it at night which proved difficult as no outdoor lightning, and indoor torch didn’t work.. some lanterns outside would be a great addition. Duncan was a kind host and has a very special plot!
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David
November 2025
3 nights at The Nut Plat Retreat
Such a beautiful spot, we took Ransoms for 3 nights. Everything we needed was ready for us, nice kitchen and a lovely hot tub. The host is very friendly and helpful. Don’t miss out on The Kentish Rifleman’s Pie and a Pint on Tuesdays and walks through Plaxtol, Igtham moat, and the green fields.
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Sumera
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Glamping @ Rankins Farm
Second time now, had an absolute blast. The host were very kind and went out of their way for us. Can't wait for the next stay.
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Alexander
September 2025
With kids
It was great for my first trip with my son 11. Everything was exactly as advertised and more. Will definitely be returning next year and will certainly explore more of the 460acres of stunning woodland.
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Matt
August 2025
With pets
Excellent weekend stay. Fantastic location for stunning walks around the area. Vineyards, pubs etc all within walking distance.
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Alicja
August 2025
2 nights at The Nut Plat Retreat
The Nut Plat retreat is great. We had a lovely time at the Bomford. Perfect relaxing break. Duncan is very nice and helpful. Bed is comfortable, shower is hot, there is everything you need. The Rifleman pub is a stones throw from the nuthatch, but unfortunately it was fully booked on Thursday, so it is worth to book a table in advance . Wood fired hot tub is a nice touch. Just have to be patient with it. Follow Duncan's instructions and you will get it very hot in less than two hours. Fire pit and all the trees around are lush. Even though you have neighbours around 100 meters away, it feels very private. Would definitely go back.
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Lydia
August 2025
2 nights at Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard
This was a wonderful place - a really idyllic setting and superb shepherd’s hut. Super cosy with its own secluded area and kitchen with everything you need. The orchard is beautiful, Natasha and Nick have done amazing job in making this a really special place. One of our favourite ever UK stays!
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Penelope
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard
My partner and I had the most amazing one night stay here (wish we had longer) at Plum Farm, surrounded by nature and wonderful peace and quiet.
We had a lovely welcome from Natasha and Tim who are super attentive lovely people. We enjoyed using the firepit to cook our dinner on, we brought most of our own utensils but its all there for you to use if needed. Was great to have running water and the gas hob to use too - Love an outdoors kitchen!
Also loved the home grown, hand picked flowers that were there for us too., we were also very lucky to be given a bottle of Apple juice from the apples grown on the Orchard, definitely recommend buying a bottle if there's any available.
The shepherds hut was cosy and accommodating, was great to have the black out blinds which was a pleasant surprise, had a great night sleep.
I would love to come back next year.
Thank you both for having us :)
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Ruaidhri
August 2025
3 nights at The Nut Plat Retreat
We had a lovely time at the Bomford.
Perfect for anyone who wants a relaxing break.
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kate
August 2025
With kids
Good location. Short walk or drive into Battle.
Very well organised and clean camp.
Philippa and her husband were welcoming and helpful.
We stayed in one of the bells which were comfortable and large enough for two adults and two children.
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Anita
August 2025
With kids
Absolutely amazing retreat! We stayed at Finlays cabin, sadly for only couple of nights. Really lovely, peaceful, private wooden cabin. The owner just let us be! Reccomend to anybody who wants to get escape from daily life.
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Piyush
August 2025
With kids
Wonderful campsite with thoughtful touches, as well as cool little forests, paths, dens and swings for the kids to explore
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Silka
July 2025
Weekend Trip to The Nut Plat Retreat
We loved our stay at Nut Plat Retreat. Duncan was a lovely, welcoming host. We enjoyed watching the bats and listening to the owls from the hot tub in the evenings. Variety of walks nearby, and the river to dip your feet in.
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Georgia
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Plum Camping in May Tree Orchard
Lovely stay in a cute campervan, campsite is in idyllic spot within an orchard. Tash and her husband were incredibly welcoming and helpful, I was only there one night but would have loved to stay longer.
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Lucy
July 2025
With pets
We only stayed at Plum Camping for 1 night, but it was such a wonderful place that it felt like we were there a week! Natasha & Nick were fabulous people who made us feel at home the minute we got there. Nothing was too much bother, and we loved being in our shepherds hut amongst the fruit trees and carefully considered garden. It was peaceful and private whilst feeling like there is a small community of people doing a good thing down there. I would definitely recommend this for anyone who feels like they need a break from the rat race for a night or two. Our shepherds hut was perfectly cosy & in proportion with a super comfy double bed & futon with windows opening on all side so you can wake up in nature. There was a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with your own washing facilities and stove but we ended up walking to the pub for dinner as we didn’t have the energy for that! Natasha helped us out when we got lost on a walk and provided maps & WhatsApp directions which were helpful to city folk like us! We left with a bag full of plums and a happy heart!
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Romanas
July 2025
3 nights at Foot of the Downs
If you want peace and quiet with nature, thats the spot. The "pod" was better than 5* hotel in bath. No seriously. Looked after, has everything you need. Enough space (for 2), possible 4 i would say. Needed more forewood, Angela replied within few minutes. Amazing host. If things will turn different will be coming back. Absolutely loved it.
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Asa
July 2025
2 nights at Beech Estate Campsite
Everything we wanted it to be. A wonderful peaceful place. We will be back!
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Ben
June 2025
Weekend Trip to The Nut Plat Retreat
Very nice off grid experience. Facilities are good but it’s more of a rustic experience than luxury. We had a lovely weekend. Nice walks to the vineyard (1 hour) who have a nice outside area to try wines and the cheeseboard is decent. The rifleman pub is a stones throw from the nuthatch and the food is really good. Wood fired hot tub is a nice touch. Just have to be patient with it. Really friendly host. Would definitely go back.
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