Magpie Meadow

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Grass pitches
Woodland pitches
Rural views
Large and well-spaced pitches

  • 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).

Campground type

Tent sites 22
Caravan sites 22
RV & Motorhome sites 22
Open now
Opens 2 May
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 2 May to

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98% would stay here again

What customers say

Peaceful eco-campsite with private pitches in a wildflower meadow. Spotless facilities, friendly owners, and a back-to-basics vibe. Cold showers are basic, but the ethos and space for kids are great. Ideal for coast and Broads. Highly recommended relaxing getaway.

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Clean facilities. Friendly staff. Cute woodland area to use!

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Candice C.

Powered grass site (woodland)

Liked Really quiet location. Lovely woodland.
Lovely host and very helpful. Explained everything to us when we arrived and available for questions when needed.

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A lovely site, perfect for a peaceful stay. Good value for money

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Lisa H.

Powered grass site (woodland)

Liked Magpie meadow is a beautiful site, well kept and well organised. Toilets very clean and lots of loo roll. Our pitch was big, with a mix of grass and woodland, making it feel very private. A lovely welcome on arrival and lots of good information given. Lovely touches such as a games left out for children and a little hut where you can borrow things like cast iron pans. They seem to have thought of everything.

Disliked The only thing that would have made this place better is if there had been a pub nearby or a place of interest/ river to walk to/ around. There is a Waitrose nearby though.

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Lucy A.

Powered grass site (woodland)

Liked The back to basics approach, eco-friendliness, outstanding cleanliness of the facilities and serenity of the site. A really lovely vibe!

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Back to basics…

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Anonymous

Meadow unpowered grass site

Liked Back to basics

Disliked Lack of toilets only 2 for the site

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A beautiful place to stay. Close to the beaches.

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Mrs wendy T.

Meadow unpowered grass site

Liked The location.
Size of pitch
Friendly welcoming owners
Fees for pitching tent.

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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This was an absolutely fantastic site and the staff are lovely!

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Anonymous

Meadow unpowered grass site

Liked We absolutely loved the location, facilities, pitches, and how welcoming everybody was! It was lovely to see a variety of setups being used across the site with the option of electric or non electric pitches. There was definitely a family friendly atmosphere where children could just be themselves and enjoy the outdoors. The fire pits really added to the relaxing feel within the site. We cannot wait to visit again next season!

Disliked The only thing we weren’t keen on was the waste water disposal point. It’s raised off the ground making it difficult to lift the caravan’s waste water up to empty it given the size of it, however considering it’s a low impact/nearly wild site I cannot fault it the creative ways they have managed to add this in.

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A well kept clean, tidy and friendly campsite with plenty of space.

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Nikola K.

Meadow unpowered grass site

Liked Welcoming owners who kindly kept our freezer packs frozen daily for us. Spacious pitch with longer grass between to give a little bit of privacy. Clean toilets very close by. My son enjoyed the pump showers finding them refreshing especially after a hot day on the beach! Recycling facilities. We had a really enjoyable holiday and would definitely return in future.

Disliked Noise of working vehicles a bit of a distance away but this was only for short periods so not really too much of an issue. Other than that there was nothing to dislike.

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Friendly face on arrival, text with…

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Anonymous

Meadow unpowered grass site

Liked Friendly face on arrival, text with pitch number the day before, helpful and accommodating of requests, fantastic, quiet location, which was clean and tidy with great facilities, children are able to run and play in the open spaces, just brilliant x

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Superb site, Great people, beautiful location will be returning

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sophie w.

Unpowered grass site (woodland)

Liked Wow I honestly don’t know where to start. When I say everything,I truly mean it. Our pitch was so spacious and magical. To have a grass pitch connected to this beautiful “fairy” woodland was everything we could want. There was a picnic table and fire pit which was so useful. The facilities were stunning to look at, with an eco friendly vibe and I truly appreciated the time that goes into making sure recycling was paramount and that nature was being respected. The field itself was stunning especially in the evening with the beautiful summer sunset. There was games in the middle that kept our young boy entertained. One of the biggest likes (loved) was the sense of community and safety, there were multiple families and just being able to sit back and allow your child to play and make friends securely is the key to great holiday and that certainly happened here. Tina was the most amazing host so friendly, present and nothing was ever a bother. I truly didn’t want to leave this really was and is the best campsite we have experienced in Norfolk. Looking forwards to next season for a much prolonged stay. I also need to add the value for money, what you get for the charge is out of this world.

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Excellent site for relaxing. A 30 minute stroll into North Walsham

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Sam C.

Meadow unpowered grass site

Liked The peaceful site

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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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

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 +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.83124°N
1.37353°E

Nearest transport

Coach
23.7 km Bus Station
24.4 km Kings Head
24.4 km Kings Head
Rail
1.8 km North Walsham Rail Station
4.2 km Gunton Rail Station
6.3 km Worstead Rail Station
Ferry
32.7 km Reedham Ferry North
32.7 km Reedham Ferry South
Airport
19.1 km 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 6.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Cromer 12.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
East Runton 13.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
West Runton 14.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Sea Palling 16.1 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 10 km

Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park 11.4 km

Mannington Gardens 13 km

BeWILDerwood 14.6 km

Norwich Cathedral 22.7 km

National Trust

Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 10.1 km

Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park 11.4 km

Sheringham Park 16.6 km

Horsey Windpump 20.1 km

Blakeney National Nature Reserve 29.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

North Walsham (2) 1.3 km

North Walsham 1.4 km

Old Hall Street 3.3 km

Felmingham - Banningham 3.4 km

Felmingham - Tuttington - Felmingham 3.5 km

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 caravan
    Arrive:  noon –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Magpie Meadow? From $41.73 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.