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97% (413) 377 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Saffron Walden

Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

1. Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

94%
(180)
48mi from Saffron Walden · 47 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£16
 / night
Whitlingham Broad Campsite

2. Whitlingham Broad Campsite

98%
(164)
62mi from Saffron Walden · 72 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Laid-back camping and glamping a stone's throw from Norwich and at the gateway to the Norfolk Broads
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
£14
 / night
The Barn KT9

3. The Barn KT9

97%
(271)
53mi from Saffron Walden · 22 sites · Tents, Lodging
A unique rural campsite in Surrey, a stone's throw from London's Zone 6
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£12
 / night
Freshwinds Camping

4. Freshwinds Camping

79mi from Saffron Walden · 15 sites · Tents
Think this 'great outdoors' lark is all tangled-up tent and midge-repellant? Then Freshwinds is the spot for you.
Campfires
Toilets
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
The Nut Plat Retreat

5. The Nut Plat Retreat

93%
(73)
53mi from Saffron Walden · 3 sites · Lodging
Antique living wagons on the banks of the River Bourne, with a charming orchard setting, a pub down the lane and a history unlike anywhere else
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
£88
 / night
The Sunnyfield Campsite

6. The Sunnyfield Campsite

94%
(99)
69mi from Saffron Walden · 25 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Looking for a place where you can camp, glamp and campervan together with friends? The Sunnyfield is the place.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£38
 / night
Quaint Farm in a National Park

7. Quaint Farm in a National Park

100%
(26)
82mi from Saffron Walden · 2 sites · Lodging
Our 17 acre Farm is set deep within the beautiful South Downs National Park on the outskirts of the quiet village of Milland (near Liphook) in rural West Sussex (close to its border with Hampshire and Surrey). We have direct access to an excellent bridleway and footpath network through peaceful open countryside and quiet lanes as well as being on the Serpent Tail and close to the South Downs Way.​ Our Glamping Pod and Shepherd's Hut are available to book all year round. We also offer stabling if you would like to take your horses or ponies on holiday with you! Milland village (0.8 miles) has the Rising Sun pub, serving great food and drink, and Milland Stores, which stocks all your essential fresh and local produce as well as having a small cafe.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£125
 / night
Purple Badger Camping&Fishing Lakes

8. Purple Badger Camping&Fishing Lakes

97%
(66)
69mi from Saffron Walden · 12 sites · Tents, Lodging
Glamping and campfire-friendly camping by a pair of fishing lakes in the Leicestershire countryside
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£35
 / night
Wingbury Farm Glamping

9. Wingbury Farm Glamping

98%
(26)
42mi from Saffron Walden · 3 sites · Lodging
Modern pod glamping with hot tubs in a quiet Buckinghamshire meadow
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£160
 / night
Pigs in Blankets

10. Pigs in Blankets

96%
(70)
65mi from Saffron Walden · 26 sites · Tents, Lodging
A campfire-friendly country campsite on a farm in walking distance of seaside Southwold
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£18
 / night
Bain View Glamping

11. Bain View Glamping

97%
(18)
81mi from Saffron Walden · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging
A canal-side shepherd's hut near the Lincolnshire Wolds, with an outdoor bathtub, a mini vineyard, and total privacy.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£23
 / night
Woodlands Camping

12. Woodlands Camping

97%
(104)
88mi from Saffron Walden · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
A back-to-basics campsite in the South Downs National Park
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£27
 / night
Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods

13. Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods

92%
(13)
75mi from Saffron Walden · 3 sites · Lodging
The Glamping site offers three Glamping Pods. Glamping Pod 1 has twin beds while Glamping Pod 2 and 3 have double beds. The Pods are furnished with beds, side tables, table and chairs with hanging space for clothes and coats. The site is level and surrounded by a well managed copse adjoining the road with wild flowers and resplendent with bluebells in the Spring. We are proud to have been awarded Campsite of the Year East Sussex for 2021/22 by CorporateLiveWire Prestige Awards.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£90
 / night
Beech Estate Campsite

14. Beech Estate Campsite

97%
(185)
76mi from Saffron Walden · 57 sites · Tents, Lodging
Tent pitch camping and wild glamping in a Sussex woodland hideaway
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£27
 / night
Hollington Park Glamping

15. Hollington Park Glamping

95%
(11)
84mi from Saffron Walden · 6 sites · Lodging
Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
£105
 / night
Wild Camping in the Cotswolds

16. Wild Camping in the Cotswolds

100%
(57)
87mi from Saffron Walden · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Nearly wild camping with acres of space hired on an exclusive basis
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£40
 / night
Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

17. Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

95%
(148)
76mi from Saffron Walden · 14 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Think Countryfile meets Time Team. Camping in six-acres of unspoiled Cotswold countryside, built in the grounds of a Norman castle.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£14
 / night
Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

18. Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

97%
(143)
28mi from Saffron Walden · 20 sites · Tents, Lodging
Cosy year-round glamping and seasonal camping in a fenland meadow with views of Ely cathedral
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£20
 / night
Foot of the Downs

19. Foot of the Downs

100%
(25)
81mi from Saffron Walden · 3 sites · Lodging
Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
£117
 / night
Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

20. Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

78%
(29)
62mi from Saffron Walden · 108 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
🌅 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.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
£17
 / night
97% (413) 377 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Saffron Walden

Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

1. Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

94%
(180)
48mi from Saffron Walden · 47 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£16
 / night
Whitlingham Broad Campsite

2. Whitlingham Broad Campsite

98%
(164)
62mi from Saffron Walden · 72 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Laid-back camping and glamping a stone's throw from Norwich and at the gateway to the Norfolk Broads
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
£14
 / night
The Barn KT9

3. The Barn KT9

97%
(271)
53mi from Saffron Walden · 22 sites · Tents, Lodging
A unique rural campsite in Surrey, a stone's throw from London's Zone 6
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£12
 / night
Freshwinds Camping

4. Freshwinds Camping

79mi from Saffron Walden · 15 sites · Tents
Think this 'great outdoors' lark is all tangled-up tent and midge-repellant? Then Freshwinds is the spot for you.
Campfires
Toilets
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
The Nut Plat Retreat

5. The Nut Plat Retreat

93%
(73)
53mi from Saffron Walden · 3 sites · Lodging
Antique living wagons on the banks of the River Bourne, with a charming orchard setting, a pub down the lane and a history unlike anywhere else
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
£88
 / night
The Sunnyfield Campsite

6. The Sunnyfield Campsite

94%
(99)
69mi from Saffron Walden · 25 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Looking for a place where you can camp, glamp and campervan together with friends? The Sunnyfield is the place.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£38
 / night
Quaint Farm in a National Park

7. Quaint Farm in a National Park

100%
(26)
82mi from Saffron Walden · 2 sites · Lodging
Our 17 acre Farm is set deep within the beautiful South Downs National Park on the outskirts of the quiet village of Milland (near Liphook) in rural West Sussex (close to its border with Hampshire and Surrey). We have direct access to an excellent bridleway and footpath network through peaceful open countryside and quiet lanes as well as being on the Serpent Tail and close to the South Downs Way.​ Our Glamping Pod and Shepherd's Hut are available to book all year round. We also offer stabling if you would like to take your horses or ponies on holiday with you! Milland village (0.8 miles) has the Rising Sun pub, serving great food and drink, and Milland Stores, which stocks all your essential fresh and local produce as well as having a small cafe.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£125
 / night
Purple Badger Camping&Fishing Lakes

8. Purple Badger Camping&Fishing Lakes

97%
(66)
69mi from Saffron Walden · 12 sites · Tents, Lodging
Glamping and campfire-friendly camping by a pair of fishing lakes in the Leicestershire countryside
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£35
 / night
Wingbury Farm Glamping

9. Wingbury Farm Glamping

98%
(26)
42mi from Saffron Walden · 3 sites · Lodging
Modern pod glamping with hot tubs in a quiet Buckinghamshire meadow
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£160
 / night
Pigs in Blankets

10. Pigs in Blankets

96%
(70)
65mi from Saffron Walden · 26 sites · Tents, Lodging
A campfire-friendly country campsite on a farm in walking distance of seaside Southwold
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£18
 / night
Bain View Glamping

11. Bain View Glamping

97%
(18)
81mi from Saffron Walden · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging
A canal-side shepherd's hut near the Lincolnshire Wolds, with an outdoor bathtub, a mini vineyard, and total privacy.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£23
 / night
Woodlands Camping

12. Woodlands Camping

97%
(104)
88mi from Saffron Walden · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
A back-to-basics campsite in the South Downs National Park
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£27
 / night
Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods

13. Scallow Campsite Glamping Pods

92%
(13)
75mi from Saffron Walden · 3 sites · Lodging
The Glamping site offers three Glamping Pods. Glamping Pod 1 has twin beds while Glamping Pod 2 and 3 have double beds. The Pods are furnished with beds, side tables, table and chairs with hanging space for clothes and coats. The site is level and surrounded by a well managed copse adjoining the road with wild flowers and resplendent with bluebells in the Spring. We are proud to have been awarded Campsite of the Year East Sussex for 2021/22 by CorporateLiveWire Prestige Awards.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£90
 / night
Beech Estate Campsite

14. Beech Estate Campsite

97%
(185)
76mi from Saffron Walden · 57 sites · Tents, Lodging
Tent pitch camping and wild glamping in a Sussex woodland hideaway
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£27
 / night
Hollington Park Glamping

15. Hollington Park Glamping

95%
(11)
84mi from Saffron Walden · 6 sites · Lodging
Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
£105
 / night
Wild Camping in the Cotswolds

16. Wild Camping in the Cotswolds

100%
(57)
87mi from Saffron Walden · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Nearly wild camping with acres of space hired on an exclusive basis
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£40
 / night
Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

17. Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

95%
(148)
76mi from Saffron Walden · 14 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Think Countryfile meets Time Team. Camping in six-acres of unspoiled Cotswold countryside, built in the grounds of a Norman castle.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£14
 / night
Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

18. Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

97%
(143)
28mi from Saffron Walden · 20 sites · Tents, Lodging
Cosy year-round glamping and seasonal camping in a fenland meadow with views of Ely cathedral
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
£20
 / night
Foot of the Downs

19. Foot of the Downs

100%
(25)
81mi from Saffron Walden · 3 sites · Lodging
Glamping on a family farm in Sussex, just off the South Downs Way and not far from Brighton
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
£117
 / night
Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

20. Hunstanton Camping & Glamping

78%
(29)
62mi from Saffron Walden · 108 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
🌅 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.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
£17
 / night

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