Magpie Meadow

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  • Environmentally aware site set over six acres of Norfolk countryside
  • Five minutes' drive from North Walsham; 15 mins from Mundesley beach
  • Firewood available; 1.5 miles to Weavers' Way trail and rail station
Looking for a break that'll make you feel as free as a bird? Swoop down for a stay at Magpie Meadow, a back to basics Norfolk site with fab mega-sized pitches and far-reaching rural views. The site is also conveniently located 15 minutes’ drive from top coastal spots like Mundesley and Bacton beach. You can expect a warm welcome and relaxed vibe here – this site bills itself as 'family-friendly, dog-friendly, cat-friendly… and generally friendly'. It's also an eco-friendly place within easy reach of public transport options: those skipping the car can arrive via North Walsham railway station (20 minutes' walk), then get out and about on miles of bike-friendly trails (including the nearby Quiet Lanes Network and car-free Weavers' Way). This community-run spot is run on the basis that 'nature does it best'; as such, the site is proud that it's totally free of tarmac tracks and manicured hedges. Parts of the grounds are also gradually being rewilded with native flowers and trees, and limits on guest numbers mean that the whole middle of the meadow is always left as clear as it looks in the photos. In terms of facilities, Magpie Meadow is low on frills, with just two flushing loos, a low-impact shower, drinking water and a washing-up point provided; you're welcome to bring your own toilet with you. Barbecues are allowed here (as long as they're at least 60cm/two feet off the ground and burning charcoal only) and bundles of sustainably sourced logs are available to buy on site (although please note campfires may be banned during particularly hot and dry weather).

Site type

Tent pitches 22
Touring caravan pitches 22
Motorhome pitches 22
Open now
Opens 1 May
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 1 May to

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Reviews

9.8

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99% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a peaceful, eco-friendly campsite with spacious, private pitches, many offering woodland areas. Guests praise the clean facilities, friendly and accommodating owners, and the natural, relaxed atmosphere. The site is well-located for exploring the coast and offers a back-to-basics experience with thoughtful touches like fire pits and a communal games area. Issues noted include occasional lack of hot water for showers and some concerns about waste disposal.

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Peaceful Great pitch and lots of room.…

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Anonymous

Meadow non-electric grass pitch

Liked Peaceful
Great pitch and lots of room.
Friendly staff and very helpful.

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Nice set up…

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Amanda R. 3 reviews

Meadow non-electric grass pitch

Liked Nice set up

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Everything was great, spacious pitches that…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch (woodland)

Liked Everything was great, spacious pitches that felt private with the woodland portion. Amenities were clean and owners were friendly. Close to beaches and we had plenty to do.

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A great site, will return but would book the wooded pitches next time.

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Anonymous

Meadow non-electric grass pitch

Liked The small number of pitches. The layout meant you had pleanty of space and privacy. No one was looking directly at you and the children could play safely in view. The toilets were clean and the eslan point was easy to use. The bucket given out for recycling was really useful. The site manager was friendly. I loved the environmentally friendly ethos of the site.

Disliked Would have been great if all pitches had their own wooded table area. I hadn't realised when booking the difference between the pitches. I thought it was electric vs no electric only. Perhaps a few more trees amongst the meadow patch would help with shade and heat control in the changing climate. Having at least one permanent shower would also have been preferable.

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Lovely quiet campsite with large pitches…

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Vendulka B. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch (woodland)

Liked Lovely quiet campsite with large pitches spaced well apart, so you get plenty of privacy. The wooded area was secluded, and was lovely to sit in in the evening! The middle of the campsite has a few games and a space for children to play and run around. Facilities include two toilets, hot water and a working shower.

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Emma B. 5 reviews

Meadow non-electric grass pitch

Liked Love the layout and space given to all campers. Really relaxed and love the open space left for all to enjoy

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Loved, loved, loved Magpie Meadow

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Hannah A. 4 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch (woodland)

Liked From the moment I pulled in the gate I thought it was perfect (for me) I knew my pitch number and drove straight to it. Then popped to reception to pay. What lovely people - chatty and friendly. The toilets were amazing - loved the wriggly tin - hot running water in the kitchen sink, showers (bring your own shower bag or borrow one of theirs) There was a shed with books etc in, a chessboard set up ready to go. My pitch felt secluded and well looked after - nice and flat too. And I had my own little wooded area with a bench table in. Lovely sunset and amazing stars

Disliked Nothing.

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Lovely back to basics site (with…

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Tracey B. 1 review

Electric grass pitch (woodland)

Liked Lovely back to basics site (with 2 toilets and 2 showers) to boot! Washing up area too. Summerhouse has leaflets with walks information and places to visit. Lovely friendly owners.our dog loved the walks around the site as lots of areas in the centre of the site are left long for wildlife to enjoy, with a mowed path to enable walking too.ground rock hard atm, but isn’t everywhere 🥵.Waitrose a short car journey away or 20 minutes walk.good sized pitches too and very reasonably priced .Will be returning asap.

Disliked Nothing.

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Sara N. 1 review

Meadow non-electric grass pitch

Liked Large pitches. Unmown meadow areas in between great for wildlife and privacy. Nice, clean facilities with hot water for washing up

Disliked Nothing

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Will stop again definitely

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DAMIAN L. 7 reviews

Meadow non-electric grass pitch

Liked Lovely quiet site, massive pitch and space between others
Basic facilities but all clean and tidy

Disliked Nothing

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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 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

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

Themes

Leave the car at home Peaceful Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Magpie Meadow

Bradfield Road

North Walsham

Norfolk

England

NR28 0ND

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.83124°N
1.37353°E

Nearest transport

Coach
14.7 mi Bus Station
15.2 mi Kings Head
15.2 mi Kings Head
Rail
1.1 mi North Walsham Rail Station
2.6 mi Gunton Rail Station
3.9 mi Worstead Rail Station
Ferry
20.3 mi Reedham Ferry North
20.3 mi Reedham Ferry South
Airport
11.9 mi Norwich International 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

Touring the Norfolk countryside on foot is a top-notch pursuit, whether that involves taking a constitutional on the peaceful country lanes around the site or day-long treks along the length and breadth of the car-free Weavers’ Way (five minutes' drive). Seaside strolls can also be arranged if you settle down here; the stretch of coast between Bacton and Mundesley is particularly pleasant (both 20 minutes). Boating in the Broads is another brill bet, especially if you're curious about the area's birdlife. Wroxham (20 minutes) has several local businesses that hire out vessels for the day, but professionally organised cruises are also on offer if your rowing skills leave something to be desired. Wroxham Barns (15 minutes) is also worth dropping by – this one-stop attraction is home to a shopping village, kids’ play farm and several food outlets. Newcomers curious about the area's history can head down to Felbrigg Hall (15 minutes), a rather regal National Trust estate. The community-run Museum of the Broads (15 minutes), meanwhile, houses well-preserved examples of the craft that cruised these waters in days gone by.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Mundesley 4.2 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Cromer 7.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
East Runton 8.4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
West Runton 9.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Sea Palling 10 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 6.2 mi

Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park 7.1 mi

Mannington Gardens 8.1 mi

BeWILDerwood 9.1 mi

Norwich Cathedral 14.1 mi

National Trust

Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 6.3 mi

Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park 7.1 mi

Sheringham Park 10.3 mi

Horsey Windpump 12.5 mi

Blakeney National Nature Reserve 18.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

North Walsham (2) 0.8 mi

North Walsham 0.8 mi

Old Hall Street 2 mi

Felmingham - Banningham 2.1 mi

Felmingham - Tuttington - Felmingham 2.2 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 Magpie Meadow have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Magpie Meadow dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Magpie Meadow? Touring the Norfolk countryside on foot is a top-notch pursuit, whether that involves taking a constitutional on the peaceful country lanes around the site or day-long treks along the length and breadth … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Magpie Meadow?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Magpie Meadow? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.