Acorn Meadow

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Grassy pitches
Grassy pitches
Grass field pitches
Drinking water on site
Thompson village green
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Campers enjoying a peaceful warm weekend
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Cyclists enjoying there weekend camping break
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Grass field pitches
Drinking water on site
Thompson village green

  • Dog-friendly Norfolk site 25 minutes’ walk from Thompson Water
  • Easy access to the Peddars Way, Cycle Route 13 and the Pingo Trail
  • Playground and pub within 10 minutes' walk
There’s a plentiful supply of Norfolk strolls or pedals around Acorn Meadow, a well-maintained dog-friendly countryside site. There are signposts scattered around the edge of the site pointing you in some splendid directions… perhaps to the Peddars Way past pingo ponds and Roman roads or Cycle Route 13? The Pingo Trail is another top route for seeing historic pingo ponds (and see them you should, as these rare ponds are mostly only found in Norfolk). Thompson Water, famed for the same periglacial landforms and popular with dragonflies and the occasional otter, is 25 minutes’ walk away. If you’re looking to get an idea of the wider picture, the site is 50 minutes’ drive away from The Broads and Norwich and an hour from Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk coast. There’s a playground a few minutes’ walk away and a sports hall 10 minutes’ walk away. Plus, at the end of the day, tasty food is served up at the local pub 10 minutes’ walk away. Families and couples should both very much like this grassy field site, which has simple facilities covering water, a washing-up area, toilets and a shower, plus a toilet emptying point for tourers. Everything is well maintained, so it should be no surprise that there’s always help at hand too.

Campground type

Tent sites 16
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
RV & Motorhome sites 3
Open now
Opens 22 January
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

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Reviews

9.8

Overall rating from 135 Pitchup.com customers

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100% would stay here again

What customers say

This chill, tidy country campsite gets props for its quiet vibe, roomy spots, and spick-and-span basic amenities. Owner Fred's a legend – friendly, helpful, always on hand. Great spot for a stroll, close to a local pub. Heard a few USAF jets now and then.

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Very beautifull campsite, cleanlines of showe…

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Dovile M. 2 reviews

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Very beautifull campsite, cleanlines of showe toilet amazing. Very causy the lights on trees felt like home 100% recommend to anyone the owner Fred is very friendly and warm welcoming really looked after us, thank you xx

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Very welcoming and helpful owner, who…

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Matthew B. 6 reviews

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Very welcoming and helpful owner, who couldn't have been more helpful. A very quiet location on a quiet road in a small village, lots of walks nearby. A nice play park across the road which my 8 year old son loved playing on. Facilities were clean and well maintained and the shower was hot. Perfect if you like the minimalist, peaceful camping experience. Very well priced. Both me and my son left wanting to come back again. Would highly recommend

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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Great location- quiet and very well…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass motorhome site

Liked Great location- quiet and very well kept. Tiny deer walking about at the end of the campsite. Fred the owner was extremely friendly and helpful.

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Small basic but clean site, very…

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Anonymous

Powered grass motorhome site

Liked Small basic but clean site, very quiet, located in a small village. Walking and cycling options nearby.

Disliked Nothing

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Brilliant site, excellent owners, superb countryside location

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 Pat G. 1 review

Unpowered grass motorhome site

Liked Lovely quiet country site with all the amenities you need for a peaceful stay. Fred the owner came over when I arrived and talked me through everything including all the local walks (great map provided too). Lovely area for walks! One of the best sites I’ve stayed at .. a real gem … and I will definitely be back. Attention to detail too with a marquee in the centre with bench seats if you wanted to get out of the sun.

Disliked Nothing to dislike at all

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Great site

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K H. 6 reviews

Unpowered grass motorhome site

Liked Lovely site in the middle of village called Thompson. Met on site by the owner "Fred" who gave useful information for during our stay. Basic facilities, immaculately kept, couldn't ask for more we will deffo visit again. Nice touch having picnic benches dotted around. We did the Pingo Trail whilst there so was ready for a drink after 9 miles in the heat.

Disliked Having to leave.

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Bethany W. 1 review

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Liked Location, pitch spacing, facilities as described & friendly welcome

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Paul H. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Great location. Good communication with owner. Very friendly chap.
Excellent showers and toilets.

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Enjoyed my stay

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Sean D. 8 reviews

Powered grass motorhome site

Liked Peaceful campsite pub under 10 minutes walk fantastic food
Occasional USAF jets overhead
Site owner very helpful

Disliked Didn't really bother me but some may find the ablutions too basic, toilets fully working within a portaloo surround and the shower was within a portaloo unit

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Quiet and friendly site in a beautiful part of Norfolk.

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Andrew H. 1 review

Unpowered grass motorhome site

Liked Location, Friendliness and helpfulness.
Fred, the owner, gives you a great welcome and provides local information.
The site is clean and tidy and well laid out. There are bench tables to eat at if you are feeling social.
My wife and I walked the Pingo Trail and ended up at the pub 8.5 miles later for a great lunch and couple of pints of ale each. It was a lazy afternoon thereafter.
The site was quiet and about 1/3rd full at most while we were there a good place to relax.
Please note;- There is only one loo for men and one for ladies plus a single shower for all but while we were there it was more than enough. Always very clean and tidy.

Disliked Nothing. We'll be back.

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Features

Portable toilet

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Acorn Meadow

Hallfield Road

Thompson

Thetford

Norfolk

England

IP24 1PT

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.53247°N
0.83182°E

Nearest transport

Coach
12.2 km War Memorial
12.2 km War Memorial
12.7 km Queens Square
Rail
10.2 km Harling Road Rail Station
11.6 km Eccles Road Rail Station
13.1 km Attleborough Rail Station
Ferry
38.7 km King's Lynn Ferry Landing
39 km West Lynn Ferry Landing
Airport
33.9 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

There are lots of hikes to get stuck into from Acorn Meadow. Don’t overlook the trails of Thetford Forest Park (10 minutes’ drive), which has around 45,000 acres of dense forestry to explore. The forest’s namesake, Thetford (20 minutes), is just as splendid in a less green way. Some of its top spots include the Dad’s Army Museum, the Ancient House Museum and Thetford Priory. King's Lynn (50 minutes) is a household name in Norfolk. Check out the merchants’ houses and the Custom House from its heyday. If you time your trip right, you could snap up some good local products at the Sunday and Tuesday markets. Norwich (50 minutes) is also packed with things to do should you want a rest from the walks. Tick off all the many historic sites, like Norwich Cathedral, Saxon Marketplace and the St. Ethelbert’s and Erpingham gates. After a little rest stop or an easy afternoon activity? Melsop Farm Park (15 minutes) has some lovely little play areas and a café for a family-friendly and budget-friendly afternoon out.

Must see

Grimes Graves 12 km

Banham Zoo 16.2 km

Castle Acre Castle 21.4 km

Bressingham Steam and Gardens 22.5 km

Colman's Mustard Shop and Museum 33.1 km

National Trust

Oxburgh Hall 18.5 km

Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds 33.4 km

Ickworth House, Park and Gardens 36.6 km

St George's Guildhall 38.6 km

Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 40.8 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Stow Bedon 1.9 km

Wayland Wood - Merton - Watton - Wayland Wood 3.2 km

BRECCLES HALL 4.6 km

Great Hockham 4.8 km

Rockland All Saints 7.1 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 Acorn Meadow have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Acorn Meadow dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Acorn Meadow? There are lots of hikes to get stuck into from Acorn Meadow. Don’t overlook the trails of Thetford Forest Park (10 minutes’ drive), which has around 45,000 acres of dense forestry to … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Acorn Meadow?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  9 a.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Acorn Meadow? From $30.53 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.