Valley View Campsite

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Beautiful sunsets
Sunset viewed from the site
Beautiful sunsets
View from the campsite

  • Adults-only campsite in hilly countryside near Market Harborough
  • A 10-minute drive to Foxton Locks, and 20 to Lutterworth
  • Covered communal eating area; dark skies site and wildlife haven
Base yourself at Valley View Campsite for a peaceful, adults-only stay among Leicestershire hills and valleys near Market Harborough, or use the place as a base for day trips to the bright lights of Birmingham (an hour’s drive). Either way, those far-reaching rural views come as standard on all the spacious pitches. No-frills facilities cover spotlessly clean showers and loos. Barbecues are allowed or you can pick up takeaways in Fleckney (five minutes’ drive) and eat in The Barn, an undercover communal dining area for unwinding, meeting fellow guests and doing the washing up. If the weather is behaving and conditions are right, you may catch some colourful sunrises and sunsets, and as the area has a low level of light pollution, some serious stargazing is possible on clear nights. The site is also something of a wildlife haven, so keep your eyes peeled for sparrow hawks and buzzards, rabbits and deer. Dogs are welcome at Valley View, and there’s a separate area where you can take them for exercise.

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 15
Tent pitches 15
Motorhome pitches 15
Open now
Opens 27 March
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 27 Mar to

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10
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7
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99% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

This adults-only campsite offers stunning valley views and a peaceful atmosphere, with spacious pitches and exceptional facilities including a communal barn with seating, kettle, and fridge. Visitors consistently praise the friendly and accommodating owner, Helen, the immaculate cleanliness of the toilets and showers, and the overall well-maintained nature of the site. The quiet surroundings and dark skies are highlighted, making it a highly recommended spot for relaxation and stargazing, with many guests eager to return.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 03/06/2026

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Fabulous location. Huge pitches. Great views.…

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Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Fabulous location. Huge pitches. Great views. Wildflowers. Farm animals grazing across the valley.
Warm helpful welcome.

Disliked Nothing

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Nice friendly location. Felt it was…

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Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Nice friendly location.
Felt it was really nice for campers to have access to a coffee making facilities

Disliked Felt perhaps needed another male toilet

Recommend to friends Visit again

Will look at a return visit soon

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Electric grass touring pitch

Liked A beautiful site , lived up to its description. Our view of the dark skies was fabulous. The site has all the facilities needed but maintained a simple country charm .

Disliked Nothing

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Gorgeous little campsite, we absolutely adored…

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Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Gorgeous little campsite, we absolutely adored how peaceful it was even though it was a bank holiday weekend. When speaking to the lovely owner Helen she said she doesn’t like to overfill the campsite and I think her decision is the best one as you don’t feel too crowded and there is plenty of space .gorgeous weather also helped but this is one place that we will definitely be going back too.

Disliked Nothing

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Brilliant, we'll definitely come back another time

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Electric optional grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Everything. Clean facilities and well maintained pitches. Friendly host. Quiet, adults only. Good space between pitches so didn't feel squashed. The pitches are flat as the hill doesn't start until further down, so no issues with being level but means you get amazing views from up high. Got to see loads of stars as it was a clear night. BBQs allowed. Had a great stay. Honestly one of the - if not the - best places we've camped.

Disliked Not a dislike for us, but there are several farms surrounding and the baa-ing from the sheep is constant. Recommend ear plugs for sleeping and it's absolutely fine. Just something to bear in mind if you're sensitive to noise.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful place in the south of Leicestershire

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Electric optional grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The view was incredible for a sunset, the area was very peaceful and the owners were exceptionally kind and tentative.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site, beautiful location Helen is so…

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Electric grass touring pitch

Liked Lovely site, beautiful location
Helen is so helpful
Facilities are good too
Nice walk to Saddington and local pub

Disliked Nothing

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Helen a wonderful host. The views…

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Liked Helen a wonderful host. The views are absolutely outstanding. Facilities excellent and clean, including common area with fridge very useful. Shout out Helen, who on is complimenting her lavender field bought us a dried bundle to take home FOC, also sorted us some milk for coffee again FOC - incredibly generous host, wonderful spot we would come back anytime.

Disliked Nothing this spot was perfect.

Recommend to friends Visit again

One night stay in this lovely part of England Very peaceful sleep!

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Electric grass touring pitch

Liked The peacefulness and the views

Disliked Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

One of the best little sites I’ve been too

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10 out of 10
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Electric optional grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Amazing views. Lovely owner. Great facilities. Little hidden gem.

Disliked Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again


Features

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 TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Valley View Campsite

Valley View Escapes

Mowsley Road

Saddington

Market Harborough

Leicestershire

England

LE8 0QP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.50742°N
1.03739°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4.4 mi The Old Greyhound
5.4 mi Market Hall
5.4 mi Springfield Street
Rail
5.7 mi Market Harborough Rail Station
6.6 mi South Wigston Rail Station
8.3 mi Narborough Rail Station
Airport
20.8 mi Coventry Airport
25.3 mi East Midlands Airport
29.5 mi Birmingham International Airport Terminal 1

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

Starting in the village of Mowsley, have a wander on foot around the Laughton Hills or do some exploring on horseback from the local riding stables (both five minutes’ drive). For a gentle stroll, follow the Grand Union Canal towpath out of the village – it’s an easy walk to Foxton Locks (10 minutes), where you can watch barges ascend a flight of 10 locks, hire a boat to chug along the canal yourself, or have a nose around Foxton Canal Museum (15 minutes). Exercise completed for the day? Foxton Locks Inn is the spot for a virtuous post-walk pint and a bite to eat. If you have the urge to spend some of your hard-earned cash, Market Harborough (15 minutes’ drive) is packed with antiques emporiums and unusual shops, or try Lutterworth (20 minutes) for its historic Thursday market and stick around for a tour of elegant 17th-century Stanford Hall (20 minutes, check opening dates before you visit).

Must see

Foxton Locks 2.4 mi

National Space Centre 10.8 mi

Rockingham Castle 13.3 mi

Althorp 15.8 mi

Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre 16.7 mi

National Trust

Lyveden New Bield 20.6 mi

Staunton Harold Church 24.7 mi

Canons Ashby 25.1 mi

Woolsthorpe Manor 26.8 mi

Calke Abbey 27.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Saddington - Gumley - Mowsley - Saddington 1 mi

Gumley - Laughton - Mowsley - Foxton - Gumley 1.8 mi

Foxton - Marston Trussell - Lubenham - Foxton 2.4 mi

Foxton Locks 2.4 mi

Foxton - Foxton Locks - Market Harborough Arm 2.8 mi

Local events

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  • Download Festival (Wednesday, 10 June 2026 – Wednesday, 10 June 2026)

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  • Fairport's Cropredy Convention (Thursday, 13 August 2026 – Thursday, 13 August 2026)

    Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire 29.6 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 Valley View Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Valley View Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Valley View Campsite? Starting in the village of Mowsley, have a wander on foot around the Laughton Hills or do some exploring on horseback from the local riding stables (both five minutes’ drive). For a … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Valley View Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1:30 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Valley View Campsite? From £22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.