Camping in Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve

England’s oldest National Trust Reserve is home to birds, butterflies, and free-roaming ponies.

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Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve

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Weekend Trip to Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Great place. Lovely owners. Happy to help! 10/10 I will be returning again.

5 nights at Four Winds Camping and Canoeing

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!

1 night at Barn Owl Camping

Very chilled beautiful place. We had a lovely peaceful family time.

3 nights at Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

3rd time me and my 7 year old daughter have stayed there, she loves it. Would highly recommend.

4 nights at Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

So pretty with pitches within the wildflower meadow. Best bathrooms we’ve had camping. Very close to Ely, so great location too. Amazing value and very helpful staff

3 nights at Freedom Farm Camping

This is a lovely rural campsite. We stayed for three nights, visiting Cambridge during the days and enjoying the nature and quiet when we got back to the tent. Facilities are clean and well-designed. The owners are very friendly and were quick to help when when we couldn't find our firepit. A wonderful place to relax--recommended.

4 nights at Bircham Windmill

A lovely green, spacious campsite: pitches are big enough to give you space, and there’s a windmill and a great bakery on site - what’s not to like?

2 nights at Four Winds Camping and Canoeing

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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4 nights at Bircham Windmill

The pitches are a really good size so you don't feel on top of each other. It is a small site, which is a bonus. The shepherd's hut was really comfortable with lots of thoughtful touches and a cream tea to welcome you. The site is very pretty and sitting in the morning with a cup of tea looking at the windmill and seeing the horse, donkey, lambs and chicken was a wonderful start to the day.

1 night at Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Really lovely back to basics site, we will visit again!

Weekend Trip to Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Pitch up wherever you like, there's no marked pitches. There's a great choice from camping in the woods to a wild field if you prefer to be in the sun. Sam, the owner is very friendly and accommodating. There are no showers, however, the choice of camping locations make up for this. Great for a weekend getaway.

Weekend Trip to Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

I loved it here I was bit disappointed that I couldn’t get into the woods and have a fire due to the forest been too dry but then if you wanna campsite then you should keep it clean and tidy so people can have that but other than that it was the best place ever

1 night at Freedom Farm Camping

really great campsite, feels like you're away from everything, no road noise at all. Beautiful farm and the sauna was such an added win. We'll defo be back

Weekend Trip to Chigborough Farm

We really enjoyed our stay here. Facilities were great apart from the toaster in the outdoor kitchen which tripped the electric but Samantha sorted it straight away following a message to her. Was lovely walking around the lake and we enjoyed some delicious cakes at the farm cafe. My son had fun at the kids playground. Everyone was polite and friendly.

Weekend Trip to Four Winds Camping and Canoeing

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.

Weekend Trip to Four Winds Camping and Canoeing

We stayed here for 2 nights over the bank holiday weekend with our 3 children and 2 labradors. We used our inflatable kayak on the river as many families did, I would just highlight that the river to the left of the campsite can get a little fast in the wind and can be difficult to navigate back to site. We walked into March and had lunch at The Acre which was good. Walk to March took about 45 mins, slow walking, however, to walk by the river all the way you need to cross over a bridge on a fast road- there is a footpath though. The site itself is well kept and the wardens are lovely. Gutted we didn't arrive on the Friday for Pizza night! The pitches are very spacious and there is plenty of room for the kids to play games and stretch their legs. People have a good time, however, remain respectful of the other campers.

Weekend Trip to Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

Great facilities and good vib. Small shop on site was great for drinks / snacks.

Weekend Trip to Freedom Farm Camping

Had one night here and was lovely, Helena is so friendly and welcoming, the site has nice views, all facilities are very nice. Would definitely recommend and might even visit again in the future!

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1 night at Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

Absolutely AMAZING, first time camping and couldn’t recommend this place enough! Staff checked in on us to ensure we will all ok. We will be back :) thank you for having us

3 nights at Freedom Farm Camping

A lovely, quiet site. Wonderfully clean air, dark skies, far from traffic noise and flight paths. Facilities are excellent and the site is safe and secure. The camping field is level and well tended, surrounded by attractive fields and woods. There are some nice walking paths nearby, and likewise good and quiet roads for cycling (although some surprisingly hilly for Suffolk). Note that the nearest shops are some distance away, so do plan ahead. You'll have a great time.

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Constable Park

17 units · Glamping, Tents4 acres · Suffolk, East Anglia

A holiday and leisure park ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding, with premium glamping options

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Rural Relaxing

22 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Market Harborough, Leicestershire, East Midlands

Family-friendly camping and glamping on the edge of Medbourne – a charming Leicestershire village with a pub, tea rooms and post office

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Ling's Meadow

10 units · Tents4 acres · Suffolk, East Anglia

Spacious tent pitches and glamping set within a lush, four-acre meadow, abuzz with Suffolk wildlife

Applewood Countryside Park

6 units · Motorhomes, Tents20 acres · Banham, Norfolk, East Anglia

Whether you are looking to explore Norfolk’s many historic sights and lively market towns, set out for an adventure to take in the beautiful countryside and stunning coastline or simply want to relax, Applewood Countryside Park is your perfect starting point! Applewood Countryside Park is an award winning, tranquil, family-friendly caravan park and campsite with lots of green open space. We cater for touring caravans, motorhomes, tents, glampers, rally groups and clubs.

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Driftways Glamping and Camping

14 units · Glamping, Tents5 acres · Norfolk, East Anglia

Camping and glamping in a spacious meadow on a South Norfolk smallholding

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Brick Kiln Farm Campsite

4 units · Motorhomes, Tents2 acres · England

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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7 Ducks Touring and Camping

1 unit · Motorhome, Tent5 acres · England

This quiet and secluded site is ideal for a peaceful getaway in the Norfolk countryside, set on four and a half acres of flat and level land with spacious pitches. The site is just a 25 minute drive from Sandringham Estate, as well as the Wash, an outstanding bay known for its wetland nature reserve. There are 35 non electric grass pitches available, suitable for caravans, tents and trailer tents. Two dogs are also allowed per pitch (although they must remain on leads). The sunsets are spectacular here, and on a clear night, the stars are an astronomer's dream. Plus, the facilities are quirky and clean, with spiders evicted daily. Firepits are on hand if needed, and BBQs are welcome, too.

Constable Park

17 units · Glamping, Tents4 acres · Suffolk, East Anglia

A holiday and leisure park ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding, with premium glamping options

Driftways Glamping and Camping

14 units · Glamping, Tents5 acres · Norfolk, East Anglia

Camping and glamping in a spacious meadow on a South Norfolk smallholding

Cherry Orchard Farm

3 units · Tents60 acres · Leighton Buzzard, England

Cherry Orchard is a 60 acre Conservation Farm surrounded by heathland and woodland with miles of beautiful walking. This is an tranquil get-away and chance to soak in nature and completely unwind. This campsite is dedicated to people who want to learn about nature and wildlife and to embrace the great outdoors. We advise you leave your phone in the car, which is parked away from the campsite and really try to become one with nature during your stay. There is a good selection of pubs and restaurants in nearby Woburn (next to Woburn Abbey & Safari) if you want to see some sights.

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Holistic Woods Campsite WILD

47 units · Motorhomes, Tents20 acres · Woodbridge, England

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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Four Winds Camping and Canoeing

13 units · Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, East Anglia

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

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Riverside Farm experience camp fire

28 units · Glamping, Tents60 acres · England

Wild farm camping in an idyllic 60 acre grade 1 listed country estate conservation farm and pleasure grounds in central Hertford. Large meadow pitches with fire pits next to the river and ancient woodlands. Stunning valley views. Paddle swim boat fish in our crystal clear chalk streams , explore our woodland areas , with hammocks swings and huge 1960s army parachute shelter. Loads of fun with friendly lambs, piglets, donkeys and mini cows to pet and feed. Your stay includes a farm tour with farmer Morag and the team. Seasonal activities such as arts and crafts are available, plus play areas, with zip wire, fishing, boats, swimming and paddling in our crystal clear chalk stream. We have 60 acres of grade 1 listed farmland, woodlands, a canal, river and meadows to explore. We are 5 minutes from Hertford north train station which has trains every 35 mins to Central London. Close to all the amazing activities, museums, bars, restaurants and shops of historic Hertford. Close to Hertfordshire Zoo, Harry Potter World, and loads of attractions.

Go Wild Camping & Glamping

84 units · Motorhomes, Tents2 acres · CA

Go Wild Camping & Glamping with mYminiBreak is your ultimate outdoor escape in the heart of Thetford Forest. Tucked among towering pines and lush greenery, this spacious woodland hideaway is a dream spot for nature lovers, adventure junkies, and anyone craving a break from the daily grind. Whether you’re pitching a tent or setting up your campervan, you’ll be surrounded by pure, untamed beauty. Located deep in Thetford Forest, you’re perfectly placed to dive into the action. Get your adrenaline pumping at Go Ape with its high ropes, zip lines, and treetop obstacles that’ll have you swinging through the canopy like a pro. If you’re more into chill vibes, head to Lynford Arboretum for peaceful walks among rare trees and wildlife. The forest is a playground of epic trails for hiking and cycling, with secret picnic spots and killer viewpoints around every bend. Wildlife lovers will be in their element, spotting deer, owls, and a variety of bird species as you wander through the forest’s natural beauty. Just a short walk away is High Lodge, a top spot for outdoor fun. High Lodge offers scenic forest trails, mountain biking routes, and an epic adventure playground for kids. Test your aim at the archery range or challenge your friends to a round of disc golf. There are also designated picnic areas where you can relax and take in the forest views. The on-site café serves up tasty snacks and drinks, making it easy to recharge before heading back out for more adventure. At Go Wild, you get the best of both worlds—immersing yourself in nature without sacrificing comfort. The campsite is well laid out, offering a variety of pitches for tents, campervans, motorhomes, and caravans. There’s plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the fresh forest air. The site is completely campfire-friendly, so you can gather around a crackling fire, swap stories, and toast marshmallows under the vast, starry skies. And don’t forget—this place is dog-friendly, so your four-legged friend is more than welcome to join the adventure. Thetford Forest is packed with dog-friendly trails and open spaces where your pup can roam and explore. After a day of forest adventures, head back to camp for a chill evening by the fire, where both two-legged and four-legged guests can relax in style.

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Barn Owl Camping

10 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Suffolk, England

Dog-friendly camping and shepherd’s huts in rural Suffolk

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Daisy May’s Farm

10 units · Motorhomes, Tents20 acres · Bishop's Stortford, England

Our pop up campsite is set in 20 acres on a not for profit community farm. Come and join us in the great outdoors! Help collect the eggs, feed the chickens and milk the goat! There is always lots going on at Daisy May’s Farm! Children’s play areas, paddle stream, woodland walks and lots more! PITCH FEE INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE FARM & ALL ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS! Open 7 days a week. Coffee Cabin and Ollie’s Food Hut also serving hot food (Weekends & school holiday 10-3pm) Local pub - 5 mins walk Golf Course (crazy golf, top golf, 9 hole course, bar and food) - 5 mins walk Shop/post office/chip shop - 10 mins walk Toilets & shower ; hot gas shower available but we are a basic wild, mostly off grid site. No concrete heated toilet blocks I’m afraid! (Showers unavailable in Winter months) There will be mud. Bring your wellies! Drinking water and bins available. Bring a torch for walking around the site at night. The site is off grid and the toilet lights are solar operated! CARAVANS - ONLY BOOKABLE MAY - SEPTEMBERTENTS - CAMPER VANS - MOTORHOMES WELCOME ALL YEAR (all pitches are the same. No need to specify which type of unit you are booking) We look forwards to welcoming you soon!

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Freedom Farm Camping

30 units · Tents70 acres · Newmarket, England

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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Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

108 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents2 acres · King's Lynn, England

Hunstanton Camping and Glamping with mYminiBreak is located 2 minutes walk from the beach. Heacham is a large but quiet village just on the outskirts of the seaside town of Hunstanton. Providing a range of camping pitches for tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes; you could also indulge in a ready-made stay in a Glamping Bell Tent or Shepherds Hut for a Glamping break away on the Norfolk coast. When you stay at Hunstanton Camping and Glamping with mYminiBreak you are conveniently located to explore the beach and its surrounding areas. Between the venue and the beach, you will find the entrance to a public footpath that takes you to Snettisham, a smaller and history-rich village through scenic rural countryside. It is also possible to walk to Hunstanton in the opposite direction along the promenade whilst enjoying the sea air and open views. Our campsite is one of only a handful of campsites located on the west coast of Norfolk and just a 2-minute walk from the beach gives us a prime location for watching the sunset go down in all its spectacular deep orange and red glory. Couple this with having some drinks with friends and family by your campfire or BBQ makes for a wonderful memory to share with your loved ones. We are campfire and dog friendly, and welcome your four-legged friends to stay with you across our camping and glamping accommodation Local shops only 5 minutes down the road takes a load off your mind knowing that if you forget any supplies you don't have to go without, making your experience while camping in Hunstanton a relaxed and fun time. We are a rural former dairy farm by the beach, there are free-ranging chickens and cockerels and they may make farmyard sounds, if you are a light sleeper, be sure to bring earplugs :) GLAMPERS PLEASE NOTE The Glamping Kitchenette is suitable for making small quick meals with the use of a microwave, oven & stove for cooking and grilling and a toaster and kettle, there is also a fridge provided. Showers and toilets are shared with the campsite with the exception of gas powered outside showers that are solely for glampers. We are a VERY dog-friendly venue, we welcome dogs and muddy boots and host many hikers and explorers of the Norfolk Coast, although every care has been taken to ensure very clean accommodation, it is possible that a dog hair or 2 escapes our conscientious eye, please bear this in mind and let us know should you find anything you are not happy with, we will get our housekeeping team to deal with the issue swiftly! Please note that the Glamping Bell Tents and Glamping Shepherds Huts are for 2 adults only with the exception of 1 Adult and 1 Child with prior consent from us, they are not suitable for under 2's and do not come with facilities for children or babies. Dogs are charged at £10 per dog per stay with a max of 3 dogs for Glamping and £3 per night per dog for Camping

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Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

20 units · Glamping, Tents12 acres · Ely, Cambridgeshire, East Anglia

Cosy year-round glamping and seasonal camping in a fenland meadow with views of Ely cathedral

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Rushbanks Farm Caravan and Camping

7 units · Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · Suffolk, East Anglia

Riverside camping and bell tents in Constable's countryside, right in the heart of Suffolk's Dedham Vale

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Cosy Camping Suffolk

26 units · Glamping, Tents4 acres · Bucklesham, England

Glamping in the Suffolk countryside, not far from seaside Felixstowe

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Chigborough Farm

48 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents130 acres · Essex, East Anglia

Boating, biking and bell tent glamping on a farm near the Blackwater Estuary, where good food and walkable pubs are also on the menu.

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Shottisham Campsite & Smallholding

1 unit · Motorhome, Tent10 acres · Woodbridge, England

Situated just a brief ten-minute drive away from the stunning coastline and merely five minutes from Sutton Hoo, this welcoming site is perfectly positioned for exploring all that Suffolk has to offer. Embracing a commitment to sustainable, low-impact living, the campsite aims to preserve its natural surroundings. Visitors have the option to settle into one of the site's 50 generously-sized pitches, 30 of which are equipped with electric hook-up. Spread across five small fields adorned with native trees and bushes, these pitches cater to tents, campervans, motorhomes, caravans, and RVs. For those in search of a touch of luxury, a 6m bell tent awaits, providing an ideal glamping experience. Housing up to five guests, the bell tent boasts a king-sized bed, double futon sofa-bed, single futon chair bed, complete bedding, electric amenities, a small fridge, and a kettle. Outside, a spacious decking area beckons with a shaded table and chairs, accompanied by a fire pit, gas BBQ, and a hot plate, setting the scene for delightful al fresco dining (complete with cooking utensils and crockery). Nestled within a smallholding, the campsite is home to rare breed pigs, alpacas, goats, and chickens, and guests are invited to join in the evening feeding sessions. Depending on the season, visitors may even have the chance to meet baby alpacas, goats, chicks, piglets, and more. Campfires are permitted in designated fire pits, available for hire on-site, and firewood can be purchased (though guests are welcome to bring their own). Dogs are welcome on secure leads, and the campsite offers direct access to walking trails meandering through acres of picturesque countryside.

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Wild Retreat

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Cawston, England

Luxury Lotus Belle tent sleeping up to 4. Entire site exclusive for your own use with outside shower,toilet and kitchen. Equipped with luxury heated kingsize bed and 2 single Campbell all with feather duvets and linen provided. On site private chef for hire and massage treatments available on request

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Gemini Camp

1 unit · Glamping4 acres · Essex, East Anglia

Glamping stays in a cabin on a private six-acre nature reserve in Essex

The Wren's Nest

1 unit · Glamping4 acres · England

FY Camp is in the heart of Norfolk, a small, family run, boutique glamping site with the coolest warehouse in the East, a hand-made hazel dome bender tent, a timber triangle tent, bell tents, retro double-decker bus, a lovely crew, playing fields and a natural footy pitch so we are perfect for retreats, wellness, festival weddings (and we are licensed for ceremonies too), corporate away stays, day presentations, evening parties and private festivals. We're striving to be as inclusive and sustainable as possible, off-grid and looking to expand into sustainable energy, we use solar energy in The Wren's Nest, and we're building up to create a new wellness community with wood fired hot tubs, sauna and ice. Join us on the Journal for family life and our slow, sustainable living ideas.

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Blooms Westerby Farm

5 units · Glamping7 acres · Outwell, England

10 units · Glamping, Tents3 acres · Suffolk, East Anglia

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

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Camping in Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve guide

Overview

Nature flourishes amid the marshes and fenlands of the Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, home to more than 9,000 wetland species. Explore the patchwork fens by bike, take a boat cruise along the waterways, or follow the boardwalks through the grassy meadows and reedbeds. Look out for birds, butterflies, and dragonflies around the water’s edge, or admire the reserve’s free-roaming herds of Highland cattle and Konik ponies. There’s no camping in the reserve itself, but campsites dot the surrounding fenlands. There’s also a wild camping site—reachable only on foot or by bike— just south of the reserve.

When to go

Summer is peak season at Wicken Fen, and the boardwalks can get crowded, especially on weekends and school holidays. Some of the best wildlife-watching opportunities are in springtime, while increased rainfall through autumn and winter makes the wild landscapes appear even more dramatic. The reserve is open year-round, but boat tours and bike rentals are only available from Easter through October.

Know before you go

Wicken Fen is located in Cambridgeshire, about a 40-minute drive from Cambridge.
There’s no public transport to the park, but trains run to Ely, a 20-minute taxi ride away.
The reserve has restrooms, a café, and a visitor centre. Bike rental is available, but advance booking is recommended.
There is an entrance fee to visit the reserve, as well as a parking fee.
The boardwalks are accessible for wheelchairs, but advance booking is recommended as access can be tricky at busy times.