Camping in Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB

Name: Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB
Address: Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB
Rating: 4.907500000000001

The Suffolk Coast and Heaths AONB offers exactly what it says on the tin: sweeping coastline and secluded heaths, just waiting to be explored. Nature trails and rural camps abound for ramblers and riders, while thrill seekers can get their kicks wild swimming in the region’s rivers or surfing on the North Sea. Winter visitors may prefer to get their coats, but can still enjoy strolls on now-deserted beaches, pub lunches next to roaring fires, and cosy stays in caravans or glamping pods.

98% (913) • 2,181 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB

Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

1. Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

93%

(287)

Woodbridge, England · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Campsite manage :07733521815 We are a wild campsite with character and history. Our most popular pitch is our beautiful SSSI woodland. There are only 25 pitches available. We have a mid wild pitch on the outskirts of the woods, lovely grassed area between trees. Our top field is perfect for motorhomes & caravans. Plenty of space to breath and relax. Located on the stunning heathlands of the Sutton Heath. We are surrounded by beautiful woodland walks, including the Sandlings walk and just 10 minutes from the river Deben. We have a bus stop at the top of the track and Melton train station is a 20 minute walk or 5 minute drive. There are access points onto public footpaths, leading to Rendlesham Forest. A famous site for UFOs! Sutton Hoo is a stone's throw away. Bring your bikes and explore the area on wheels. There is water access and portaloos. We do not have showers yet. Blue/grey waste must be taken away. LEAVE NO TRACE

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Plum Camping at White House Farm

2. Plum Camping at White House Farm

95%

(215)

Rackheath, England · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Family camping with campfires on a fruit orchard near Norwich, with a farm shop, café and butchers

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Pitt Wood

3. Pitt Wood

100%

(1)

Halstead, England · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Pitt Wood is a quiet and secluded forest set in the borders of Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and Essex. The site is off grid offering private and spacious pitches for campers wanting a more authentic woodland camp. We have a large communal cooking area and tipi as well as compost toilets. The woods is a short drive from Sturmer and Halstead which hosts real ale pubs and country cafes.

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The Roost

4. The Roost

91%

(11)

Halesworth, England · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Welcome to The Roost — a relaxed, small-scale campsite set within the meadows of Brook Farm, Wenhaston. Open skies, hedgerows, chickens wandering nearby, and space for families to slow down and enjoy summer as it should be The Roost, because you’re staying on a working smallholding — and our resident chickens inspired the name. Just like them, you’ll find your own little patch of meadow to settle into, wake with the sunrise, and wind down as the light fades across the fields. It’s camping with character. Perfectly Placed to Explore Suffolk We’re tucked away in the countryside, yet close to some of Suffolk’s most loved spots. Within 15 minutes you’ll find: Seaside days in Southwold & Walberswick Wildlife adventures at RSPB Minsmere Coastal walks at Dunwich Heath & Beach The market towns of Halesworth & Saxundham And from the campsite itself? Quiet footpaths, big skies, and proper countryside calm Thorington Theatre, the outdoor idyllic woodland amphitheatre, a 15 minute walk Local pubs, The Star, a 5-10 minute walk The Bramfield Queen's Head or Blythburgh White Hart 30 minute walks Further Afield: Woodbridge, Saxmundham, Beccles & Bungay Beaches and fresh fish at Thorpeness, Aldeburgh or Orford Sutton Hoo: The Anglo Saxon royal burial site History at Framlingham Castle Africa Alive zoological reserve Pleasurewood Hills family theme park Peacefully rural. Surprisingly close to everything.

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Brightwell Country Park

5. Brightwell Country Park

100%

(16)

Woodbridge, England · 1 unit

Bell tents and an accessible cabin, with activities right from your door

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Goldcrest - Breakaway Camping

6. Goldcrest - Breakaway Camping

93%

(21)

Beccles, England · 7 units · Tents, Glamping

Situated in NR34 Suffolk , 15 Minute drive to beaches and market towns . *6 large camping pitches *8 Birth caravan - Gas central heating - Bedding included *Indoor & outdoor eating area's *2 communal fire pits and seating *Woodland walk *Wildflower meadows *Shower and toilet Room Welcome Barn with -washing station - microwave - Fridge - Toaster - Kettle - charging point - Drinking water-Honesty Shop.

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Fire and Feast Suffolk

7. Fire and Feast Suffolk

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(38)

Cratfield, England · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Camping in the beautiful country of Suffolk, with a rustic dining experience like no other

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Wardley Hill Campsite

8. Wardley Hill Campsite

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(117)

Bungay, England · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A relaxed, back-to-basics campsite on the Norfolk Suffolk border

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Arthur's Retreat Suffolk

9. Arthur's Retreat Suffolk

100%

(6)

Diss, England · 5 units

A year-round lakeside site for motorhomes and caravans in Suffolk

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Wethersfield Eco Project Off grid

10. Wethersfield Eco Project Off grid

90%

(21)

Sudbury, England · 39 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Update we allow cars ad camper and this land has a special energy. Set in the valley with the hillside gives 360 degrees view of natural landscape. Wethersfield Eco Project is the historic parkland of Wethersfield Manor. Veteren Oaks and Sequoia Grace the woodland hillside with badgers and foxes in the sandy hills, buzzards and kites soaring the ponds full of dragonfly. Great space for a family or romantic getaway or larger group party. If you are a group under 10 people please expect to share the space with others but we'll ensure you have your own private area! Bring your sound system and have your own party or event. Music must be off after 11pm as houses are 500metres away. Price is per adult 16 or over per night 11am to 11am checkout. Late checkout or day rate til 5pm is 10 per adult. Kids free. Dogs are 5 pounds.

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Benton End Camping Pitches

11. Benton End Camping Pitches

100%

(9)

England · 3 units

****N.B in order to book with us, you are required to be a member of the GREENER CAMPING CLUB. (Only 1 person per pitch required)**** This MUST be done before your booking. Please see their website to join. (DOG friendly) Three Lovely ADULT ONLY Camping pitches situated on Benton End Flower Farm ( n.b please note this field is for tents only, we currently do not have provisions for campervans or caravans at this moment, hoping to be ready in 2027) The camping field is close to a 4 mile lovely railway walk, 5-10 minute walk to Hadleigh high street, riverside walks, pubs, bars and restaurants. Independent shops. Including a short drive to some beautiful Suffolk villages, Jimmys Farm, The Marquis, Coastal towns. There are lots of lovely walks around the area. Dogs 🐕 are welcome, however they MUST be well behaved, long leads recommended and never left unattended. Each pitch has a dry compost loo, picnic bench and bbq. There is a communal fire pit, basic kitchen and shower. There is a short walk from car park to the field but we can help you with equipment using tractor and trailer or you can borrow a barrow. Any issues just drop me a message.

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The Acre

12. The Acre

100%

(8)

Norwich, England · 17 units · Tents, Glamping

A back-to-basics campsite just behind the dunes of Sea Palling beach in Norfolk

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Whitlingham Broad Campsite

13. Whitlingham Broad Campsite

98%

(170)

Norfolk, England · 69 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

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

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Church Farm

14. Church Farm

90%

(5)

Beccles, England · 10 units

This is a small campsite in a peaceful location with 10 pitches and a glamping chalet. A gently south-sloping field set amongs trees next to a large pond. We are located just outside Redisham - a small village in a rural setting equidistant from the towns of Beccles and Halesworth, 4-5 miles away; a 15 minute walk from Brampton railway station and a mile from route 1 of the national cycle network. The coast is about 9 miles away to the East, with a choice of seaside towns and areas of outstanding natural beauty to visit and the Broads National Park is 5 miles to the North. There are barn owls and bats nesting nearby, slow worms, great crested newts and much more; it is our main goal to encourage as much biodiversity as possible. The shared facilities are 'off-grid' compost loos and wood-fired hot water showers using wood from the 1000 plus trees we have planted. Lighting and wifi are powered by solar panels. The glamping chalet has two king-size beds with ground floor and mezzanine bedrooms: it sleeps four comfortably and up to six at a pinch. It has solar lighting and USB sockets. We have tent pitches for up to about 20 campers. There is a no dogs policy on the campsite.

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Hill Farm Secluded Camping

15. Hill Farm Secluded Camping

95%

(37)

Darsham, England · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes

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. Picnic tables, PIR lighting and Starlink wifi is also provided. Please not that dogs must be kept on a lead at all times, and yes campfires are allowed, as long as the fire pit is raised off the ground and the fire is supervised at all times, with a bucket of water at hand too. Thank you for booking!

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Pigs in Blankets

16. Pigs in Blankets

96%

(77)

Southwold, England · 26 units · Tents, Glamping

A campfire-friendly country campsite on a farm in walking distance of seaside Southwold

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Freedom Farm Camping

17. Freedom Farm Camping

98%

(50)

Newmarket, England · 25 units

Eco permanent pasture farm with 12 mile views across the countryside in West Suffolk near Newmarket, Bury St Edmunds and Cambridge. Say goodbye to the road whilst camping privately and securely in 70 acres of paddocks edged with post and rail fencing. Footpaths accessed directly from the site to explore further afield. We produce most of our own food and have a herd of Dexter grass fed beef cows grazing. Beef and vegetables available for sale depending on the season and availability. Camping hammocks also welcome in the wood. We also have equestrian facilities including a manege and it is possible to bring a horse by arrangement in summer. We have a guide available for hacking locally and a resident BS qualified instructor. Please contact for details.

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Brick Kiln Farm Campsite 18+ Site

18. Brick Kiln Farm Campsite 18+ Site

89%

(9)

Woodbridge, England · 3 units · Tents, Motorhomes

You can expect peace and quiet in this small rural retreat. 18+ campsite. Camp fires. Shower block. Kitchen and undercover seating. Walk across the fields to the pub and shop. Honesty shop on site. Dog friendly. Tents/motorhomes/campervans all welcome. No EHU but access to plugs on site. Wifi. Close to Woodbridge, Snape, Aldeburgh, Thorpeness.

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Hickling Campsite

19. Hickling Campsite

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(126)

Hickling, England · 31 units · Tents, Glamping

Tent camping and glamping within walking distance of Norfolk's largest broad and less than 10 minutes' drive from the beach

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The Cross Keys Community Camping

20. The Cross Keys Community Camping

100%

(1)

England · 1 unit

We are a group of people who feel passionately about creating a kinder, brighter, less-divisive society. We opened The Cross Keys in June 2023 as a space where we could bring our vision into a reality. Most of our team are volunteers who are offering their time for free for many reasons. Please ask one of our team why the pub is helping them as well as them helping the pub. Many people are finding that by volunteering they are able to tackle some of their mental health issues. All of us are thriving by being together, working as a team and supporting each other. We're not your average pub and never set out to be so please come with no expectations apart from connecting with some lovely people. We are also passionate about supporting local businesses so you won't see mainstream brands like Coca-Cola, Sprite or Carlsberg here. Instead you'll find brands you know we've researched and feel happy to serve. We also support local farmers so all our food comes from as small an area as possible. We'd love to serve everything organic and local but currently that's not possible so we try and serve mostly local, mostly organic products but all are 100% sourced with love. We hope you like it here. The pub has given us all a lot of faith in people and every day it shows us how kind the majority of people are. There are various activities running through the week but most stop during the school holidays. We have a home education group, pilates, meditation, acoustic musicians, our own darts team, disco nights, open mic nights, bands and Sunday brunch. The pub is open as a pub from Thursday lunch to Saturday 12-2.30pm and 5-10.30pm (ish) and for our Sunday brunch 10am-12pm. We serve authentic Ghanian food, pizzas, nachos, our own chips and a couple of specials each week. Everything is made with a lot of love.

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The best dog-friendly campsites in Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB

Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

93%

(287)

Woodbridge, England · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

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Plum Camping at White House Farm

95%

(215)

Rackheath, England · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Family camping with campfires on a fruit orchard near Norwich, with a farm shop, café and butchers

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Pitt Wood

100%

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Halstead, England · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

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The Roost

91%

(11)

Halesworth, England · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes

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Goldcrest - Breakaway Camping

93%

(21)

Beccles, England · 7 units · Tents, Glamping

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Wardley Hill Campsite

100%

(117)

Bungay, England · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A relaxed, back-to-basics campsite on the Norfolk Suffolk border

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

darren

1 week ago

Tent

2 nights at The Roost

I booked a couple of nights because I wanted a base as I wanted to try and get some photos of the local red deer...The hosts were so helpful especially as I'd forgotten my camping pots and pans and they were kind enough to lend me some...The site was beautiful and very atmospheric with owls hooting and buzzards flying overhead...All in all a great site which I'll definitely be using again...Oh and I eventually managed to find my red deer stag too...Many thanks....😊👍

Phoebe

2 weeks ago

Tent

3 nights at Benton End Camping Pitches

Beautiful spot, so thoughtfully put together, even has a kettle and hot drinks stove! Really chilled and gorgeous firepit and sunsets!

John

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Roost

Such a lovely rural and idyllic campsite. Dark and silent. Had a great nights sleep. Also loved the toilets. Clean and full of character. Thank you for letting me stay.

Hamilton

2 weeks ago

Tent

9 nights at Whitlingham Broad Campsite

I have nothing but good tbings to say about campung at hipcamp. The people running the camp were great; helpful and friendly. The fascilies were more than what anyone would need and maticulously cleaned every day. The surroumding area is a treat too with loads to see and do, for adults and kids alike. Be back soon but will he going for one of the other great looking accomodations they have on offer for a change. Thank you guys.

William

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to The Acre

Great site, the bell tent was amazing and fantastic location for access to sea palling! Hosts were also super responsive and helpful, thank you so much

Simon

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Acre

Good clean toilets and showers. Close to the beach and the pub would definitely visit again.

Lianne

September 2026

7 m campervan

1 night at Pitt Wood

I loved my stay so much that I extended for a further two nights, and changed all my plans so I wouldn't have to leave. The outdoor communal kitchen was amazing to cook on, and the Tipi was a lovely added touch. Robert and his little dog Bear were so welcoming, and gave me lots of tips about the local area, and then they left me to relax in the magical surroundings of Pitt Wood! I will 100% be back, in fact he might have to have me physically removed as I never want to leave. Thank you so much Rob and Bear!

Ash

September 2026

3 m campervan

1 night at The Roost

A great little spot!! Very welcoming hosts!! Also super loverly having chickens running around!! Loved it!!

Ash

September 2026

3 m campervan

1 night at Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

Really great spot near Sutton hoo if you wanna feel like you’re really wild camping!

Charles

September 2026

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Benton End Camping Pitches

What a fantastic place for a few days camping. Our welcome could not have been warmer and we were bowled over by our pitch. It was one of three, all distantly spaced with own compost loo. A standout feature is the communal kitchen and eating area in a converted shed beautifully laid out and equipped. The shower was brilliant, clean , inviting and cascading hot water. The whole thing is located in a secluded field surrounded by friendly horses.

Sarah

August 2026

6 m campervan

With pets

1 night at Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

I love it here, so peaceful. Grab a hammock and enjoy

Siobhan

August 2026

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hill Farm Secluded Camping

We had a fantastic time camping on Jaik’s land! He was so accommodating, friendly and helpful, and made us feel really welcome. It’s a quirky and unique little campsite, which we absolutely loved. It was also brilliant for the children — really child-friendly, and safe with plenty for them to explore and enjoy, and we felt completely comfortable having them there. We had such a lovely stay and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxed, family-friendly camping experience. We’ll absolutely be back! ⛺️🌿😊

Sharon

August 2026

4 m campervan

Weekend Trip to The Roost

Lovely little campsite, clean facilities and friendly hens! Small honesty shop, fridge and freezer available. Nice friendly pub within ten minutes walk. Great for a peaceful break. The only negative was no hand drier or paper towels available in the wash shed and could do with slightly better lighting in the toilets.

James

August 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to Freedom Farm Camping

Loved camping on Helena’s farm. Lovely vibe, really helpful hosts and beautiful surroundings.

Lynne

August 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to Freedom Farm Camping

What a wonderful energetic welcome by three amazing young people. A beautiful field with great panoramic views. Thank you to Helena and Duncan for their hospitality and getting our campervan going at the end of the trip! See you again soon.

Iain

August 2026

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Freedom Farm Camping

Great site, lovely privacy and hot showers, welcomed and orientated

Iain

August 2026

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Freedom Farm Camping

Helena was a great host, we had a private field, lovely hot shower, clean toilets. Great weekend

Iain

August 2026

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Freedom Farm Camping

Fantastic private field, lovely hot shower, clean toilets. Thanks for tolerating the kids!

Iain

August 2026

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Freedom Farm Camping

Lovely stay, the showers and toilets were clean and of a high standard, if a tiny walk away. Was lovely to have a field to ourselves and watch the stars

Iain

August 2026

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Freedom Farm Camping

Nice spot in quiet conuntryside. we had a private field, lovely hot shower, clean toilets. Great weekend

Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB camping guide

Where to go

Woodbridge

As the gateway town between Ipswich and the Suffolk Coast, Woodbridge’s many campsites offer a convenient base for Suffolk exploration. Besides easy access to both the coast and city, visitors can also explore nature trails along the River Deben, the Sutton Hoo Anglo-Saxon burial site, and Rendlesham Forest, making this a top spot for families and independent Hipcampers.

Aldeburgh

Experience quintessential British camping at a holiday park right on the coast, with award-winning fish and chip shops and Blue Flag beaches nearby. The town roughly marks the middle of the Suffolk Coast Path, making it a great departure point for journeys north—toward RSPB Minsmere Nature Reserve—or south, towards Orford Ness National Nature Reserve.

The Tendring Coast

Down at the tip of Essex’s Sunshine Coast, the Stour Estuary is a relatively recent addition to the Suffolk Coast and Heaths AONB. Coastal campsites near Clacton-on-Sea, Walton-on-the-Naze, and Harwich offer easy access to the AONB, plus other outdoor attractions, such as Hamford Water Reserve and Mersea Island.

Southwold

Another Hipcamper’s paradise, this charming coastal town is best-known for its secluded campsites, sandy beaches, and strong seaside heritage. Cradled by the River Blythe, North Sea, and Buss Marshes, hikers and bikers have plenty of different landscapes to explore.

Lowestoft

At the northern border of the AONB, camping near Lowestoft affords easy access to the coastal highlights of both Norfolk and Suffolk. Inland, you’ll find riverside campsites and the gateway to The Broads canal network, while caravan-friendly holiday parks dominate the rural coastline. Don’t miss the sunrise at England’s most easterly point, Lowestoft Ness.