Riverside Camping in The Broads

Pitch your tent along the winding rivers of The Broads—over 120 riverside campsites are scattered through reed beds and marshes, where kingfishers dart low and the water laps at your feet. Camps here put you close to hiking trails, wildlife-watching, and even horseback riding, so bring your boots and binoculars. Many sites welcome pets, allow campfires, and offer toilets. You’ll find options starting from just £13 a night, with an average stay running about £95. For a local favourite with water views, check out Whitlingham Broad Campsite (52 reviews). Other standouts include Hunstanton Camping & Glamping (13 reviews) and Brightwell Country Park (10 reviews). Bring layers—nights get chilly, and the mist off the water settles in fast.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Pitch your tent along the winding rivers of The Broads—over 120 riverside campsites are scattered through reed beds and marshes, where kingfishers dart low and the water laps at your feet. Camps here put you close to hiking trails, wildlife-watching, and even horseback riding, so bring your boots and binoculars. Many sites welcome pets, allow campfires, and offer toilets. You’ll find options starting from just £13 a night, with an average stay running about £95. For a local favourite with water views, check out Whitlingham Broad Campsite (52 reviews). Other standouts include Hunstanton Camping & Glamping (13 reviews) and Brightwell Country Park (10 reviews). Bring layers—nights get chilly, and the mist off the water settles in fast.

95% (92)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Brightwell Country Park

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1 unit · Glamping · Woodbridge, Suffolk, East Anglia

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

2. Whitlingham Broad Campsite

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(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%

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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. Toad Hall Lodges

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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

6. North Farm

88%

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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.

7. Willow Grove Farm Glamping

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13 units · Glamping · Lakenheath, England

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

Camper favorites in and near The Broads

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.

Toad Hall Lodges

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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

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.

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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Teddy

August 2025

With kids

1 night at Brightwell Country Park

Great place to glamp, would love to go back and would certainly recommend.

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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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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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Matthew

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

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

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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!

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Giulia

May 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Whitlingham Broad Campsite

we loved camping here, the place is quiet and there is everything you need. Toilets were clean, there is a small shop where you can buy snacks. You can charge your phone for a small fee, and Linda is very helpful is sharing information and suggestions on things to do in the area. We had a great time and the children loved playing football in the field and building a den in the forest.

welcome to welscome to Hunstanton camping and glamping

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nigel

December 2024

Tent

1 night at Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

lovly location, a warm and friendly welcome, great watching the wildlife at nearby Wild ken hill and RSPB Snettisham , and with being just minutes form the dog friendly beach a; made my stay perfect