10 acres hosted by James & Emma S.
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Eco-friendly, family-centric, tents-only camping nestled among the long grasses of Suffolk's Alde Valley
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100% Recommend20 Ratings · 53 reviews
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· September 2024
Tent ·
Robin - Meadow Rise
Site is excellent, very secluded and private pitches with excellent communal facilities. Only word of note the Robin pitch while tucked out of the way does appear to channel the wind, but easily sorted with a wind breaker.
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Michael M.
10 months on Hipcamp
Gorgeous campsite! Great facilities with lovely clean showers and toilets. There is a compost toilet close to the campsite. The other facilities are a little further out. There are more private areas for couples as well which are gorgeous. It feels very private and they don’t overcrowd you. I will definitely be staying again!
Sophie B.
10 months on Hipcamp
Perfect camping experience! Lovely and private, great facilities, beautiful part of the UK 🧑🍳😘 we will definitely be returning here!
James C.
2 reviews
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· July 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Nuthatch - Meadows Rise
Great, clean facilities. Hot showers always available. Lovely large private individual plots. Would visit again.
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Rebecca D.
3 reviews
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· July 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Goldfinch - Meadow Rise
Very idyllic and quiet site. Not overcrowded at all.
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Tara A.
3 reviews
Wow what a gorgeous site to unwind and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. So peaceful, just the sounds of local birds including a Tawny owl, and the occasional sheep from the field next door . The facilities are clean, the pitches are tucked into their own private spots each with a fire pit and surrounded by long grass and trees. You can order firewood and also an honesty shop for camping basics, home made ice cream and sausages and burgers. We will definitely be returning.
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Jo B.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· August 2023
Tent ·
Muntjack - Nature's Way
I had a wonderful stay at this campsite. The pitches are well maintained and in attractive locations. The facilities are excellent and as I am happy with the most basic of amenities, more than adequate for my needs.
Excellent, efficient and beautiful place to camp.
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Neil H.
5 reviews
Lovely campsite, excellent facilities and everything is well thought through. We had terrible weather most days so it was nice to have the showers and indoor washing-up facilities. Hosts were nice and helpful on arrival. Great location. Our only gripe was someone stole our milk out the fridge, but that's not the campsites fault! Would definitely recommend and would stay again
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Amy H.
4 years on Hipcamp
We had a great time at Birds and Bees and can’t wait to come back soon. The site is located in beautiful and peaceful countryside, easy to find, and perfect for exploring the surrounding towns and coastal walks. The pitches are nicely spaced apart and each have loads of room. We loved the more secluded ‘Robin’ pitch. The kitchen and bathrooms/compost loo were convenient and exceptionally clean. James and Emma couldn’t have been more welcoming, and there was lots of great info for visitors at reception. The honesty shop was a nice touch. We would definitely recommend a stay!
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Emma B.
2 reviews
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· July 2023
Tent ·
Cowslip - Clover's Corner
Ideal location for getting away from it all. Nice back to basics with some great facilities as an added extra.
So easy to communicate with James and Emma!
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Emily T.
4 years on Hipcamp
A very rare and outstanding beautiful site. Rare in the sense that it prioritising nature and the camping experience over making money.
The facilities are fantastic. the plots are all neatly cut out from long meadow grass giving a real sense of solitude and privacy from other campers. Wildlife is everywhere - we even saw a barnowl at dusk.
Not to mention a really warm and friendly welcome.
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Robert L.
3 reviews
A beautiful campsite, Stunning setting, loved that a lot of the field is left to grow wild, gives you privacy to your pitch and can see lots of wildlife, field mice, voles, pheasants and deer.
James (Who I only met) and everyone involved there done a beautiful job, very attentive, amazing system in place logistically, everything is very clean at the shower/toilet areas.
My only nit-pick and that due to summer holidays loads of damn kids screaming running amok, no idea if there is an area at Birds and Bee's but if there is not perhaps down the road maybe there should be a small section for a few pitches/area no children area for us adults who have not got kids but I also understand post covid world you are trying to recoup losses from the two years!
Keep up the amazing work guys! I look forward to revisiting down the road!
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Oliver H.
2 years on Hipcamp
Such a great site with great, spotlessly clean facilities. The long grass gives everyone space and privacy and the tree bog is perfectly situated for night time use. The fridge was a real treat for us, as was the kettle.
Leah L.
4 reviews
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· July 2022
With kids ·
Buttercup - Clover's Corner
Really lovely campsite. Facilities are so good, love the kettle, hot showers and phone charging point. Thanks so much for creating such a lovely restful escape
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Muireann C.
3 years on Hipcamp
This site is beautifully laid out and well organised. Communications from James and Emma were especially notable and they provided reassuring guidance on site rules as well as extras for your stay. Giant Oak was a superb pitch, supplying wonderful birdsong, a wind and noise buffer and lovely imagery. 20mins drive out to most coastal areas east of the site. Highly recommend this site to anyone looking for secluded pitches that doesn't mind not having the car next to the tent. Great modern facilities near reception, plenty of hot water and convenient compost loo near the pitches at the end of the site.
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Terry M.
3 years on Hipcamp
September 2021
No cramped conditions here! You have an amazing mowed spot for your tent, lots of room for tables and chairs, bikes etc, plus fire pit is provided too. The setting for this campsite could not be more idyllic. Pitches are spaced out and well located over the fields. The owners have really thought about the campers experience rather then cramming us in. No hook up is no problem as there is access to fridges, freezers and somewhere to charge electronics. The washing facilities are equally as spacious and we loved the family washing facilities. This is a proper back to nature experience and the owners are super friendly and helpful. It’s a real gem for families where your children can have true free reign to play and explore.
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Jo S.
3 years on Hipcamp
August 2021
Peaceful and quiet, with lots of space between pitches, each one slightly secluded or with its own special prospect. Great facilities include a good shower block, standpipes for water, no cars on site (so much quieter and more attractive and its not far to walk to the car park), a bucket of firewood for the fire burners already located at each pitch if you would like this, the attentions of a hand-reared, friendly magpie (such a joy), great views everywhere and super friendly support from James and his family. Highly recommend.
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Na D.
3 years on Hipcamp
February 2021
James and Emma could not have been more accommodating when we stayed in July 2020 with our two children, one of whom is a wheelchair user. This was our first camping venture with the children, and they were very helpful beforehand, and keen to do whatever they could whilst we were there. We jumped in at the deep end with a beautiful eco-campsite, but it was worth it. Next time, James offered to mow a special pitch nearer to the fabulous bathroom block and facilities (spotless and beautifully constructed), and this would make life much easier - the unpacking and loading from pitch to car was the only difficulty. The wetroom is incredibly spacious, but adults with mobility needs might like to take a second fold-up stool or step to assist with keeping things dry. But for people looking for accessible camping, with owners who will go out of their way to make their site accessible, allowing anyone to enjoy the peaceful tranquility of the Suffolk countryside, we could not recommend Birds and Bees more. Highly recommend the food add on option, and plenty of firewood to enjoy those starry nights. A brilliant first foray into camping as a family, even with a wasp sting next to the eye on departure!
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Jessica B.
5 years on Hipcamp
September 2020
Our second visit here and well worth the long drive from Yorkshire! Peaceful and quiet, you would think you're the only ones there! The most spacious campsite we've ever stayed at. Good clean facilities and very helpful host who can provide firewood for an evening's star gazing. Lovely part of the world with good food, walks, beaches and of course crabbing! Thanks a lot James and Emma.
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Richard B.
4 years on Hipcamp
September 2020
A wonderful place to spend a week, with masses of space between pitches and nothing to interfere with the beauty and tranquility of the site. We found ourselves spending every evening just sitting by the fire, chatting and staring at the spectacular night skies. The facilities are superb too. Thank you James and Emma for a delightful week, we are looking forward to another visit, as soon as you open again next season!
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Timothy W.
6 years on Hipcamp
August 2020
Our pitch in nature’s way was very secluded and also very sheltered - this came in handy during storm francis! The peace was heavenly. A reduction in occupancy meant the washrooms were never busy. Just be ready for a long hike to get to them with the tree bog out of action. The firewood service was excellent and James was very welcoming. Definitely hope to return, especially to try the farm’s own ice cream.
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Claire B.
6 years on Hipcamp
August 2020
We spent a week at Birds and Bees and I would heartily recommend it. James the host was very friendly and the facilities are very modern and clean. The pitches are well spread out in some lovely meadows and the location is ideal for the seaside. A great holiday
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Mark W.
6 years on Hipcamp
July 2020
Our third visit to Birds and Bees in as many years, and didn’t disappoint. The communal parts of the site had been well adapted to cope with the additional social distancing and sanitising requirements, but because every pitch has so much space it didn’t impact on the experience at all. This is the perfect place for families wanting some peace and quiet, surrounded by beautiful sunset views and wildlife all around- but with convenience of well maintained shower and toilet facilities, fridges to keep the bbq meat and wine chilled for supper and lots of places to visit all within 30mins drive. Nice addition this year of a small bar hut on site open for a few hours at the weekends so anyone arriving and has forgotten to pack a sundowner can pick something up. James and Emma provide a warm welcome and just the right amount of assistance. You will not be disappointed with this beautiful site in Suffolk.
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Louise M.
4 years on Hipcamp
September 2019
Birds and beas is absolutely perfect... The pitches are spaced perfectly so you feel like you have privacy and can be social if you want.
toilets and showers really clean
kitchen was clean, had a fridge and kettle and toaster
but most of all James was such a gem...he was the kindest, sweetest guy that was so helpful and patient with us first time campers...
Gave us great advice and tips and if it wasn't for him we would never had done it..
now we love camping and would go back 100 x times to birds and bees
thank you James
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Katia P.
5 years on Hipcamp
August 2019
Delighted that I chose to stay at Birds and Bees campsite as my first camping trip in over 30 years. I visited with my 11 yr old son and the owners made us feel very welcome and at ease knowing we were complete novices... the site was very spacious, the showers and toilets were super clean and the kitchen facilities were excellent. My son and I are now camping converts and are already talking about our next stay at Birds and Bees!
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Brett S.
5 years on Hipcamp
August 2019
One of the best campsites I have experienced and I have been camping for over 45 years! Spacious pitches with plenty of space between campers. On our first morning I spotted a barn owl emerging from a nearby tree and was captivated by the other bird life that goes to make this such a wonderful site. The owners were welcoming and clearly work hard to ensure that your stay is a happy one; for once I did not have reservations about using the showers, they are spotless and there is even shower gel if you need it. Come here with your family and know that your kids will have a great time and create memories of this rural haven for their future.
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Richard P.
6 years on Hipcamp
August 2019
We’ve just returned from three nights at Birds and Bees. It was our first stay. We are seasoned campers and I can honestly say it was one of the most peaceful and relaxing trips we’ve had. The pitches are well spaced out and a good size. The location is beautiful. The owners were friendly and helpful. There is a gear drop off point near the pitches so it’s not too far to lug your stuff - there are wheel arrows available - and it’s lovely not having cars on the camping field. We would definitely go back.
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Jane ?.
5 years on Hipcamp
July 2019
My 8 yr old daughter and I visited Birds & Bees for her first camping trip. She had a clear vision of camping wanting a somewhat ‘wild’ experience where we could cook over an open fire, feel secluded and eat s’mores without being cramped by other campers. I of course also wanted the practicalities as well - good showers, clean toilets and a well kept site.
Bird and Bees met all our needs perfectly. James and Emma run the place and couldn’t have been more welcoming. They can provide wood for fires, grills to cook on, sausages and burgers, matches, bug repellant etc. In the kitchen area they even provide washing up liquid, tea, coffee, a kettle and a fridge freezer for shared use. The main building has male and female toilets / showers plus a large family bathroom. All were spotlessly clean every time we used them.
We were on Hedgehog pitch - one of four secluded pitches surrounded by trees and hedges known as ‘Nature’s Way’. To my mind this is by far the nicest part of the site. The pitch was beautiful getting evening sun right on the fire pit.
Despite a massive thunderstorm on our first night, both my daughter and I loved our visit. She can’t wait to go back and neither can I.
Particular thanks to James for making us so welcome.
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Simon K ?.
6 years on Hipcamp
July 2019
We had a wonderful 4 days at this magical campsite! The site is big and spacious so you don't feel on top of each other, love the fact that there is only a limited amount of spots so the site would never feel that busy. The owners are truly amazing and could not do enough to make you feel more welcoming. The area around the site is great with plenty of farm shops and lovely independent shops and sites to visits. We are defiantly not done exploring this spot and hope to return soon. Thanks for looking after us so well, Janne & Conrad
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Jannegron ?.
2 reviews
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· May 2019
We loved this site for so many reasons....waking up to hear the birdsong every morning, so much space, no cars driving around so safe for the children to run around, clean shower facilities with hot water, a campfire on all pitches for marshmallows in the evening...... a real gem of a campsite. We will be back.
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Nicola W.
6 years on Hipcamp
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Saxmundham, Suffolk, England, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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