Swattesfield Camp

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Aerial view of the site and surrounding farmland
Aerial view of the site and surrounding farmland
Rental bikes available on site
Looking out over the pond from the glade camping field on the jetty
Peaceful camping area
Toilet block, wash up area in front and campsite kitchen to the right
Inside the onsite shop - soft drinks, alcohol, ice lollies and camping essentials in stock
Outside view of the on site shop and reception area. Calor gas and Campingaz sold on site also.
View over the main campsite field with facilities block in the background
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Rental bikes available on site
Looking out over the pond from the glade camping field on the jetty
Peaceful camping area

  • Leafy family-friendly Suffolk site next to the Thornham Walks estate
  • Direct access to dog-friendly walks; Norwich 55 minutes’ drive
  • Shared kitchen and camping shop; 11th-century pub half an hour’s walk
Tucked into seven verdant acres of North Suffolk countryside and farmland, Swattesfield Camp maintains an intimate, peaceful vibe as the number of its (unmarked) grass pitches are limited – and yes, you can set up wherever you like, be it in the woods, in the glade, by the hedgerows or by the pond. If you’re looking to explore the Waveney Valley and the historic market town of Diss (20 minutes’ drive) from a thoroughly rural base, then this is the spot for you. Open fires are allowed in the site’s own firepits and the pizza oven is free for all to fire up. Otherwise, make good use of the shared kitchen, equipped with gas stoves, utensils, crockery and cutlery. There’s a large double sink outside the shower block – which has separate facilities for men and women – for pot washing too. And if you need to freeze ice packs, the team can sort this for you. If you hit a rainy day, handy amenities for kids include table football, a chalk board and board games. Left something vital behind? Never fear, the small but well-stocked on-site camping supplies shop has essentials from pegs to sleeping bags or tents. Anything you need in the groceries line, you can pick up from the village store in Gislingham, less than five minutes’ drive away. And by the way, the site is half an hour’s walk from a famed pub so old it’s mentioned in the Domesday Book.

Site type

Tent pitches 20
Motorhome pitches 20
Rent a tent 2
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Caravans for hire 1
Open now
Opens 2 April
Please note

Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Occupancy

  • Group bookings of 2 or more units travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu 2 Apr to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs
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Reviews

9.7

Overall rating from 63 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

97% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its friendly and helpful owners, beautiful natural surroundings, and excellent facilities. Visitors frequently highlight the cleanliness of the showers and toilets, the well-equipped communal kitchen area, and the convenience of the on-site shop. The location is praised for its peaceful atmosphere and direct access to numerous walks, making it ideal for nature lovers and dog owners. While most guests have no complaints, one review from July 2026 noted significant overcrowding and a lack of cleaning during a busy period, which contrasted with the usual high standards. The site offers flexible pitching options in various areas, including open fields and wooded spots, contributing to a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

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A great camp in a beauitful location x

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 Belinda P. 8 reviews

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked We loved this campsite, one of the best we have stayed. Very helpful, love the small shop on site. Toilets and showers are very clean. The owner is on site, if anything is needed. We had a lovely walk around the site, great for kids, if u want them off the tablet lol. We borrow a couple bikes and rode out to Eye. Great for walks. Nice pub down the road. We are coming back next year for a few stays and bringing family.

Disliked There was nothing to dislike. We only suggest a few lights in places, when walking around at night & welcome board with info on hiring fire pits etc as didn't want to keep bothering the owner.

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Facilities very goodPeacefulness lots of walks…

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 Julie S. 5 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Facilities very goodPeacefulness lots of walks friendly owner

Recommend to friends Visit again

My husband and I stayed for…

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Kerry H. 1 review

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked My husband and I stayed for 3 nights. We had a lovely pitch with electric. The showers and toilets were very clean with hot water from the showers and sink taps. I loved the little touches like hand wash at each sink and at the kitchen sinks there was washing liquid, sponges and tea towels. We borrowed a fire pit and bought wood from the little shop and sat out in the evening with a cosy fire. Also there was a lovely walk from the campsite to Thornham Walks park which is also a must visit. Highly recommend this campsite for a peaceful few nights escape. Shout out to Jess who was very accommodating and helpful.

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Relaxed site…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Relaxed site

Disliked Nothing

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Wonderful

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Anonymous

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely campsite, loads of space, good facilities and a perfect location.

Disliked Nothing really

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Everything! Clean facilities, showers and toilets…

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dave e. 1 review

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Everything! Clean facilities, showers and toilets were of a very high standard as were the shared washing up and cooking areas. The best thing was the nature and the walks, one stay was not enough so I plan to return soon.

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such a wonderful place, the place…

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 sevcan s. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked such a wonderful place, the place is so clean, and warm-
area, a lot of thing to do! enjoying the area

Recommend to friends Visit again

Such a lovely campsite. Great location…

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 Andy L. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Such a lovely campsite.
Great location with lots of lovely walks and a cafe nearby.
Fabulous hosts that make you feel at ease.
A really relaxing weekend. We will be back.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Camped in front field for shorter walk to facilities. Campsite has a great atmosphere, clean facilities and owner was super helpful to us.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything about this campsite is lovely!…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Everything about this campsite is lovely! It's a beautiful space with loads of options to pitch up, the shared facilities are a really nice addition. Everything was clean and well maintained. I only stayed for 1 night sadly, wish I could have stayed for longer and hope to return soon!

Disliked If I was being really fussy, it would have been great if the showers had temperature control as it was a hot day and I was keen for a cold shower, but this is the only thing I could critique.

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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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Off licence Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table 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

Budget/backpacker Forest Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location 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 Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Step-free access

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Swattesfield Camp

Gislingham Road

Thornham Magna

Eye

Suffolk

England

IP23 8HH

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.30423°N
1.06023°E

Route directions

Satnav co-ordinates 52.304, 1.0606 What3words///blushes.analogy.waggled

Nearest transport

Coach
5.2 mi Bus Station
7.8 mi Jacobs Close
7.8 mi Jacobs Close
Rail
5.5 mi Diss Rail Station
7.8 mi Elmswell Rail Station
8.3 mi Stowmarket Rail Station
Ferry
25.7 mi Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing
25.7 mi Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing
25.8 mi Walberswick Ferry Landing
Airport
26.9 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

Swattesfield Camp has direct access to dog-friendly Thornham Walks estate and its 12 miles of waymarked paths (ask the site owners for the map); you can stroll through ancient parkland and woodland, follow the sculpture trail and have a restorative pot of tea in the café. Historic Diss (20 minutes) is home to a lively Friday market held since the 13th century, waterside strolls around the Mere lake and a handsome blend of medieval, Georgian and Victorian architecture in its regenerated Heritage Triangle. If you get the urge to explore further afield, the prestigious colleges and excellent art museums of Cambridge are an hour and 10 minutes by car; Norwich, with its mighty castle and cathedral, is 55 minutes’ drive, and the timeless Suffolk Heritage Coast towns of Southwold, Walberswick and Aldeburgh, with their shingle beaches and arty shops, are all about an hour away.
(within 6.2 mi)
Castle, Aquarium, Theme park and Zoo (within 10 mi)

Food and drink

  • The Six Bells Inn 0.8 mi
  • Four Horseshoes 1.2 mi
  • White Horse Inn 1.6 mi
  • Railway Tavern 2 mi
  • The White Horse Inn 2.1 mi
  • Cherry Tree 2.7 mi
  • The Walnut Tree 2.9 mi
  • Trowell and Hammer 3 mi
  • The Black Horse 3.4 mi
  • The Greyhound 3.5 mi

Groceries

  • The Co-operative Food 3.6 mi
  • Aldi 5.1 mi
  • Tesco 5.2 mi
  • Morrisons 5.2 mi

Parks and play

  • Thornam Magna Playground 0.8 mi
  • Roots Playground 4.7 mi
  • Scole Pocket Park 5.6 mi
  • Quaker Wood park 5.7 mi

Family days out

  • Thornham Walks Visitor attraction 0.8 mi
  • Eye Castle 4 mi
  • Bressingham Steam & Gardens Visitor attraction 5.5 mi
  • Suffolk Owl Sanctuary Zoo 8.6 mi
  • Wingfield Castle 9 mi
  • Banham Zoo 9.8 mi

Public transport

  • Village Hall 0.8 mi
  • Post Office 0.8 mi
  • Four Horseshoes 1.2 mi
  • The Street 1.2 mi
  • Pumping Station 1.2 mi
  • Pillar Box 1.6 mi
  • White Horse 1.6 mi
  • Yaxley Bull 1.8 mi
  • Gislingham Road 1.9 mi
  • Old Station 2 mi

Other nearby

  • Hinderclay Lakes Fishing 4.4 mi
  • Diss Golf Club Golf course 5.3 mi
  • No 8 Marketplace Shopping centre 5.4 mi

Local services

  • BP Fuel station 3.4 mi
  • Hartismere Hospital 3.6 mi
  • Botesdale Health Centre Doctors 3.6 mi
  • Eye Health Centre Doctors 3.7 mi
  • Mendlesham Health Centre Doctors 3.7 mi
  • Charge Station Charging station 3.8 mi
  • Eye Pharmacy 3.8 mi
  • Lamberts Service Station Fuel station 3.9 mi
  • Tap Electric Charging station 4.1 mi
  • Gulf Fuel station 4.4 mi

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Must see

Bressingham Steam and Gardens 5.5 mi

Banham Zoo 9.9 mi

Framlingham Castle 13.3 mi

Christchurch Mansion 17.5 mi

Ickworth House, Park and Gardens 18 mi

National Trust

Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds 15.2 mi

Lavenham Guildhall 17.5 mi

Ickworth House, Park and Gardens 18 mi

Sutton Hoo 18.8 mi

Melford Hall 21 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Little Green - Botesdale 2.1 mi

Eye 4.2 mi

Occold 5 mi

Lopham Fen 5.7 mi

Hepworth 6.5 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 Swattesfield Camp have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Swattesfield Camp dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Swattesfield Camp? Swattesfield Camp has direct access to dog-friendly Thornham Walks estate and its 12 miles of waymarked paths (ask the site owners for the map); you can stroll through ancient parkland and woodland, … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Swattesfield Camp?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Swattesfield Camp? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.