The Nook Campsite

View prices & book 9.5 12 reviews
Pitches backed by trees
Pitches backed by trees
Lotus bell tent
Outside bell tent
Lotus bell tent
Camping field with mown pitches
Communal area and firepit
Grass pitching area
View from the camping field
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Lotus bell tent
Outside bell tent
Lotus bell tent

  • Peaceful, no-frills family campsite at Queniborough in Leicestershire
  • National Space Centre 25 minutes’ drive; Rutland Water 35 minutes
  • Dog-friendly pitches with a communal firepit; pubs 20 minutes’ walk
Simplicity is what it’s all about at The Nook Campsite, just outside the rural village of Queniborough in Leicestershire. Simple grass pitches mown into a hay field on a small family-run arable farm; simple facilities in the shape of composting loos in wooden cabins at the edge of the field; and lots of space to have simple fun in the outdoors with all the family (and any family dogs too, of course). Sheltered by mature trees and hedgerows, the level camping field has far-reaching views over surrounding countryside. Right in the middle of the site, there’s a communal seating and picnic area where you can cosy up around the firepit and chat with fellow campers – if and when the mood takes you. If you’re not feeling particularly sociable, cook alfresco on the barbecue (bring your own gear please) back at your jumbo-size pitch; otherwise you can make a beeline for the brace of pubs in Queniborough (about 20 minutes’ stroll). Should you need a top up on the grocery front, there’s a large supermarket in neighbouring Syston (10 minutes’ drive).

Site type

Rent a tent 1
Tent pitches 6
Open now
Opens 2 May
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 2 May to

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Reviews

9.5

Overall rating from 12 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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100% would recommend this site to a friend

100% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a peaceful, back-to-basics campsite with beautiful views and a quiet atmosphere, ideal for a getaway. Visitors praised the clean toilets, fire pits, and thoughtful touches in the bell tent. Owners are friendly and helpful. While some would appreciate a shower for longer stays, the site is considered perfect for short breaks and offers a lovely outdoor experience.

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Would stay again and would recommend!

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Hannah F.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Beautiful setting. Felt safe. Liked the picnic area with hay bales. Plenty of room for our little one to run around. Bonus that at the end of August we were the only ones at the site! Toilets clean and pleasant. You get both a beautiful sunrise and a sunset from the site!

Disliked Many many aeroplanes flying overhead which keeps a light sleeper up. The walk to Queniborough is along a main road and therefore isn’t easy with a child.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Get yourself there !!

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James S.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Absolutely brilliant site ! Loads of room nice fire pit ! Toilets immaculate.

Would definitely return

Disliked Could do with a shower but didn’t matter

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice basic grass site perfect for proper tent camping.

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Stephen J.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Nice basic site, exactly what we were after. Composting toilets were clean and functional. The drinking water tap and sink are useful.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A lovely, Peaceful, quiet & clean…

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Steph J.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked A lovely, Peaceful, quiet & clean site
The composting toilets were well done.

Disliked The price was slightly high for what you get.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Loved it.

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Dan H.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The fire pit obviously and pic nic benches where a nice touch.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Peaceful beautiful view went back another…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Peaceful beautiful view went back another two nights in same week

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would recommend and return nice basic standard site

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Barry U.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Nice and quiet location, toilets and wash area near to pitches and clean and tidy, bin available.

Recommend to friends Visit again

We had a great weekend with family and friends. Perfect for us. Thanks

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Dan H.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Really nice little spot, good fire pit and clean toilets. They had soap, wipes and big bins so we dint have to take our rubbish home.

Disliked Nothing really.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great, quiet getaway

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Hannah P.

Bell tent

Liked Lovely setting for the bell tent. Friendly owners who went above and beyond to help when we realised we'd forgotten our firewood so the kids still got to toast marshmallows.
Bell tent itself was fab, comfy and nice addition of a few boardgames. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return. We went to the space centre which was super easy to get to and the kids (4 and 8) loved.

Disliked If we were going to stay longer than a couple of nights I'd want a shower but it was perfect for us for a short stay

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely little family run campsite, only 5 pitches on the field.

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Karla S.

Bell tent

Liked Beautiful, peaceful little site in the heart of Leicestershires country side. We stayed in the bell tent with our 3 children and my mother in law stayed in a tent pitched next to us! This site is so quiet and peaceful it's all about being outdoors! 5/6 pitches on the site itself so a lovely little site to go! We had the entire site to ourselves for the weekend it was bliss! The lady who owns the campsite is very welcoming and helpful. We will be coming back.

Disliked Only one toilet.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Pétanque TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

The Nook Campsite

Hillcrest Farm

South Croxton Road

Queniborough

Leicester

Leicestershire

England

LE7 3RX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.69892°N
1.00857°W

Route directions

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Nearest transport

Coach
6.7 mi St Margaret's Bus Station
6.8 mi Station Street
8.8 mi Rowley Fields Avenue
Rail
3.1 mi Syston Rail Station
4.8 mi Sileby Rail Station
6.7 mi Barrow upon Soar Rail Station
Airport
16.1 mi East Midlands Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

If you’re after peaceful strolls in pretty countryside, you can wander lakeside in Watermead Country Park (15 minutes’ drive), home to swans, ducks and geese, while Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood Country Park (20 minutes) is another good bet for spotting wildlife, including herds of red and fallow deer. If you prefer a walk with a purpose, there are several golf courses within 15 minutes’ ride. If more activity is demanded, Rutland Water (35 minutes) is home to inflatable obstacle courses at Aqua Park Rutland as well as sailing, windsurfing and kayaking hire and instruction at Rutland Watersports. Younger kids will also enjoy the gentle rollercoasters and waterslides at Twinlakes Park (half an hour). Displays of rockets, satellites and interactive science exhibits at the National Space Centre (25 minutes) should keep most kids happy; there’s a Night Sky Tour available at the on-site planetarium too. If your offspring are more into nature than science, Tropical Birdland (half an hour) has colourful macaws, parrots and bright-pink flamingos in spacious aviaries.

Must see

National Space Centre 6.1 mi

Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe 6.8 mi

Foxton Locks 13.8 mi

Barnsdale Gardens 14.9 mi

Belvoir Castle 16.5 mi

National Trust

Woolsthorpe Manor 17.5 mi

Staunton Harold Church 18.2 mi

Calke Abbey 20.7 mi

Grantham House 21.4 mi

Lyveden New Bield 25.4 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Gaddesby - Ashby Folville - Gaddesby 1.3 mi

BAGGRAVE HALL 2.5 mi

QUENBY HALL 3.9 mi

LOWESBY HALL 4 mi

BELGRAVE HALL 5.6 mi

Local events

  • Burghley Horse Trials (Thursday 4 September 2025 – Thursday 4 September 2025)

    Stamford, Lincolnshire 23.3 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does The Nook Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Nook Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Nook Campsite? If you’re after peaceful strolls in pretty countryside, you can wander lakeside in Watermead Country Park (15 minutes’ drive), home to swans, ducks and geese, while Bradgate Park and Swithland Wood Country … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Nook Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Nook Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.