Ockeridge Rural Retreats

Ockeridge Rural Retreats is a stunningly luxurious glamping site in rural Worcestershire  – lanes crowded with cow parsley and hedges full of blackberries – the site itself is far from a rustic retreat. If you’re a glamper looking for modern luxuries, you’ve come to the right place. Set on the edge of a series of fenced paddocks, with views down a shallow valley, Ockeridge Rural Retreats is comprised of five glamping units.

The first is  “The Shepherd's Retreat" Shepherd’s Hut, with under-floor heating, a tiled en suite bathroom and a king-sized bed and outside enamel roll top bath. A compact kitchen, meanwhile, has an microwave, 2 ring induction hob, fridge and sink and all the utensils you will need. The second abode slightly stretches the realms of glamping; it’s certainly a far cry from the tent-camping origins.

The Montana Lodge is a cosy log cabin that sleeps a family of four in comfort with a king-sized master suite and a separate bunkroom. Think of it as a refined self-catered home, with a fully fitted kitchen, spacious dining area and televisions in each of the bedrooms. Huge double-glazed doors at the front can be folded back to really let the outside in, with a wooden deck and garden furniture, fronted by a fragrant line of flowering lavender.

To top it off this accommodation has an outside whirlpool bath. Hillside view Shepherds hut is the smallest of the properties but has wonderful space saving features with a foldaway double bed and magnificent view from the large decking area. The Ashwood Shepherds hut boast an amazing William Holland Copper bath tub at the end of the Kingsized bed together with Log burner and full wet shower room this is luxury at the highest levels.

Last but no means least is the Monkwood Shepherds Hut which has breathtaking views and all the amenities you could ever wish for in a shepherds hut including Log burner, Roll Top Cooper Bath tub, Kingsized bed, dining area, kitchen, sofa and views to die for.  If you’ve not followed your gaze to Witely Court, two miles away, where English Heritage now welcomes you to tour the grounds, there’s plenty to keep you busy. Walkers looking for hills and well known routes can drive the nine miles to the Malverns.

Meanwhile, rainy days are easily filled dipping in and out of shops in Worcester and marvelling at the gothic cathedral. When the sun breaks, a pint beside the River Severn ends the day just perfectly.