Heathside Holidays
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- Well-maintained and green site five miles from the Suffolk coast
- Lake and nature trail on site
- On-site village shop and off-licence; pub 10 minutes' walk away
Site type
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
7

Non-electric grass pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 12m depth (96m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25
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Shepherd's hut
4 people maximum
Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 9.8ft length
Arrival daysFrom £60
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Glamping Pod
4 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Arrival daysFrom £180
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Reviews
95% would recommend this site to a friend
94% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a well-maintained, clean, and peaceful campsite with spacious pitches and friendly staff. Guests praise the extensive grounds for children and dogs, the on-site shop, and the proximity to local attractions and pubs. Glamping pods and shepherd's huts are generally well-equipped and comfortable, though some mention mattress firmness. Recurring points include limited toilet/shower facilities during peak times, and occasionally unreliable Wi-Fi. Overall, a highly recommended site for a relaxing break.
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Last updated 11/08/2026
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Karen and the team were really…
Fully-serviced grass pitch
Liked Karen and the team were really welcoming. Facilities were clean, well maintained and large pitches. Location just outside of Southwold is perfect.
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Really generous sized pitches, plenty of…
Fully-serviced grass pitch
Liked Really generous sized pitches, plenty of privacy between pitches with bushes and trees also offering shade. Facilities were great, clean and tidy. Like many reviews, the toilet block wasn’t massive but didn’t have to once wait for anything so not an issue at all. Shop was really well priced and well stocked too considering it’s an onsite shop. Lovely big area for children to play as well. Can’t wait to book again.
Disliked Nothing - great site and great value.
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Excellent spot
Fully-serviced grass pitch
Liked From the staff to the location & the facilities, everything was excellent.
We loved our stay particularly the bottom field where the kids could be free.
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Second year visiting, and just as wonderful as 2025
Fully-serviced grass pitch
Liked Everything
Disliked Nothing
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The scenery and setting of the…
Glamping Pod
Liked The scenery and setting of the establishment. It was set back in quite a quiet country road, very little traffic. The grounds were relatively well kept. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The mattress was surprisingly comfortable. The temperature of both the tap and shower were fantastic. And a lovely view from our cabin. The room was spotless for the most part, except the mirror was slightly oily and dirty.
Disliked While I'm trying not to be nitpicky there were a number of issues with the cabin itself that may just be an isolated issue. We stayed in cabin 9 for context. So, the toilet seat was already loose when we arrived and broken off of one of the attachments. The door to the bathroom, despite having a lock, didn't lock. The door to the cabin whilst did lock, couldn't be left unlocked as it wouldnt remain shut, it was ajar, unless you applied great force to lock it. The blinds were filthy, with what I thought was blood stains or potentially just simple dirt marks but who's to say.
We also arrived under the pretense (as advertised) that BBQs were allowed. While I understand we're experiencing a drought and there's fear of wildfires, so a ban or apprehension towards is completely warranted. No message or notification of this was made to us until we'd arrived, checked in and was already too late. A slip of paper was on the table saying "sorry, no BBQs allowed at the moment." Like I say, whilst this is understandable, this should've been conveyed earlier than check in.
The wifi at this accommodation is non existent. You had to stand next to their wifi extender to receive just 1 bar, which quite honestly was no good. Not to mention the wifi didn't extend beyond a 3ft radius.
And one final nitpick. Yes its nature, yes its camping, but the seal on the door was non existent, there were ants parading across the floor, grass hoppers that managed to enter the room all while the door was locked and the accommodation empty.
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The whole campsite is very open…
Fully-serviced grass pitch
Liked The whole campsite is very open , spacious, well kept and organised. Everything available is easily accessible. We had a fully serviced pitch with electric and water. The shop is exceptionally well stocked,
Disliked Quite expensive but not worry for us
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A fantastic little getaway! We’ve just…
Glamping Pod
Liked ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A fantastic little getaway!
We’ve just come back from a fantastic stay at Heathside Holidays, and honestly, we couldn’t recommend it enough! ❤️
From the moment we arrived, we felt so welcome. Karen, the owner, is absolutely fantastic — such a lovely, friendly person who really makes you feel at home. The people working in the little shop on site were lovely too.
The site itself is beautiful, peaceful and incredibly quiet, with fantastic views and plenty of lovely walks. And the three donkeys on site were an absolute bonus — we loved seeing them! 🫏❤️
We stayed in one of the glamping pods, which was perfect for us and gave us such a lovely experience. It’s a great base for exploring the area, with so many beautiful places within around 15–20 minutes' drive through gorgeous country roads.
There’s a local pub about a 10-minute walk away. The food was nice, although the menu was quite limited.
And the beaches and surrounding villages are absolutely gorgeous! Dunwich became my favourite — not only because of the beautiful beach, but because of the amazing history behind this little village. ❤️ Southwold is also stunning, with its beautiful beach and iconic lighthouse, while Walberswick is brilliant for crabbing and the speedboat ride was AMAZING! 🚤🦀
One little warning 😂 — as soon as you leave the campsite, your phone signal and internet disappear, so make sure you remember where you're going! 😂📵
But honestly, that just added to the experience. Sometimes it’s nice to properly switch off, enjoy the surroundings and spend time together without constantly looking at your phone.
100% recommended! ❤️ We had such a fantastic time staying here and exploring everything around it. We’ll definitely be back! 🌿🫏🏕️❤️
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A nice site not far from Beccles and the coast
Fully-serviced grass pitch
Liked Spacious pitches
Fully services pitches
The opposite pitches are well spaced away allowing easy reversing access with a caravan unlike many Motor Home and Caravan Club sites
Disliked There is only one shower and toilet for each sex plus one disabled toilet
We used are caravan shower
The WiFi is very poor the further down the site
Reception on EE was not too good either
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Very good
Fully-serviced grass pitch
Liked The quite,
Open space,
Services,
Staff
Disliked N/A
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Friendly and helpful staff site all…
Fully-serviced grass pitch
Liked Friendly and helpful staff site all clean and tidy will return
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Features
Dogs 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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Heathside Holidays
Blackheath Road
Wenhaston
Halesworth
Suffolk
England
IP19 9EU
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.31705°N
1.55214°E
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwold The Denes | 5.3 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Southwold The Pier | 5.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Lowestoft (South Of Claremont Pier) | 13 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Lowestoft (North Of Claremont Pier) | 13.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Gorleston Beach | 19.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Framlingham Castle 10.9 mi
Somerleyton Hall and Gardens 15 mi
Orford Castle 15.4 mi
Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 15.6 mi
Fritton Lake Country World 16.1 mi
National Trust
Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 15.6 mi
Sutton Hoo 17.9 mi
Elizabethan House Museum 21.2 mi
Horsey Windpump 30 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
HENHAM 2.7 mi
Dunwich Forest - Newdelight Walks - Westwood Marshes 3.6 mi
DINGLE MARSHES (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/06/2002) 3.7 mi
HEVENINGHAM HALL 4.3 mi
Spexhall 4.3 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 Heathside Holidays have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Heathside Holidays dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Heathside Holidays? After all the walking, cycling, horse riding and golfing, get stuck into the area's history at the 12th-century fortress of Framlingham Castle, half an hour's drive away. Once the refuge of Mary … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Heathside Holidays?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Heathside Holidays? From £25 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

