Thompson Hall Retreat

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Shepherd's hut

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  • Smart adults-only and dog-friendly glamping retreat in Norfolk
  • A 10-minute drive to Thetford Forest Park; short walk from Peddars Way
  • Barbecues provided; country pub and post office a short walk away
Chasing down a Norfolk stay where you’re able to walk to your heart’s content? Somewhere within reach of obstacle courses in the trees or forest mountain biking trails? Thompson Hall Retreat may be all about the glamour as an adults-only glamping hideaway, but it’s also a wildlife haven canopied by mature beech and elm trees… and that sets the tone for the rest of the stay, as the meadow is surrounded by arable land and the Norfolk Wildlife Trust. The theme continues off site, whether that’s with walking, cycling or mountain biking in Thetford Forest Park (10 minutes’ drive away) or the wildlife around nearby trails, of which there are two top dogs – the Peddars Way all the way to the coast or the Pingo Trail, a shorter route where wellies are essential. After all the exploration, it’s a good job that this dog-friendly site isn’t without its creature comforts. That includes showers and a homely feel all around, plus barbecues already provided (perhaps for putting up your feet in the evening with a belly full of food?) The site is at the bottom of a lane, accessed by an unmarked track across an arable field, but that doesn’t mean you’ll find it difficult to track down a place to eat. The local village, Thompson, has a post office, play park and a historic country pub with local ales and food 20 minutes’ walk away (there are more 10 minutes’ drive away too).

Campground type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 5
Open all year
Opens

Languages spoken

English

British Sign Language (BSL)

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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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Bush Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery 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

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Thompson Hall Retreat

Hall Lane

Thompson

Thetford

Norfolk

England

IP24 1PZ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.52369°N
0.8382°W

Route directions

For satnavs, please use the postcode IP24 1PZ. To access the retreat, you need to arrive on Hall Lane and follow the signs. If you’re using Google or Apple Maps, please use the name Thompson Hall Retreat and do not follow the directions for the postcode IP24 1QA, as they are incorrect.

Nearest transport

Coach
12.2 km Queens Square
12.5 km War Memorial
12.5 km War Memorial
Rail
9.2 km Harling Road Rail Station
10.7 km Eccles Road Rail Station
12.5 km Attleborough Rail Station
Ferry
39.7 km King's Lynn Ferry Landing
39.9 km West Lynn Ferry Landing
Airport
34 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

So, you’ve got your walking boots at the ready – or perhaps your trusty bicycle. Then you’re ready for the Peddars Way (around 10 minutes’ walk), a 46-mile walking, cycling and horse-riding route along an ancient Roman road through The Becks, Thetford Forest Park and Hunstanton. You’ll also want to plan in some time at Thetford Forest Park (10 minutes’ drive), whether for woodland walks, mountain biking trails or some wholesome wildlife spotting. Keeping things shorter? The Pingo Trail (10 minutes) has a smaller seven-mile trail through ancient woodlands and past ponds. For those of you who’d prefer to stick to the city streets, a walking tour of Norwich (50 minutes) could include the medieval cathedral or local history museum. That’s just one of the museums around here… others include Dad's Army Museum Thetford (25 minutes), dedicated to the BBC sitcom Dad’s Army, or Bressingham Steam & Gardens (35 minutes), a living collection of steam trains, some ready for you to climb onboard. Where else to pave out the way to? Perhaps Banham Zoo (25 minutes)? You might spot monkeys in the flesh here… perhaps they’ll inspire you to give the treetop course at Go Ape Thetford (half an hour) a proper go.

Must see

Grimes Graves 12 km

Banham Zoo 15.3 km

Bressingham Steam and Gardens 21.5 km

Castle Acre Castle 22.5 km

Colman's Mustard Shop and Museum 33.1 km

National Trust

Oxburgh Hall 19.2 km

Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds 32.6 km

Ickworth House, Park and Gardens 35.8 km

St George's Guildhall 39.6 km

Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 41.3 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Stow Bedon 1.8 km

Great Hockham 3.8 km

BRECCLES HALL 3.8 km

Wayland Wood - Merton - Watton - Wayland Wood 4.1 km

Rockland All Saints 6.8 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.

Reviews

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would stay here again

Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Excellent site with clean facilities, friendly staff

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Rebecca g. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Bishy Barney Bee shepherd's hut (no pets)

Liked: Was an amazing night away. Lovely to have some time with my partner

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Thompson Hall Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Thompson Hall Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Thompson Hall Retreat? So, you’ve got your walking boots at the ready – or perhaps your trusty bicycle. Then you’re ready for the Peddars Way (around 10 minutes’ walk), a 46-mile walking, cycling and horse-riding … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Thompson Hall Retreat?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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