Hikers’ paradise: Campgrounds in Melton Mowbray, England

Eye Kettleby Lakes

• Peaceful adults-only park with eight coarse fishing lakes
• Rutland Water's watersports and outdoor activities 30 minutes' drive
• DVD library, lounge bar and clubhouse serving breakfast and lunch

Birchcanoes

• Small, rural and simple site by the River Wreake
• Sustainable approach using reclaimed materials
• Electric car charging point, a play area, hammock space and free wifi

Ranksborough Hall Caravan and Camping

Wolds Wine Estate

• Smart glamping site with views over a Nottinghamshire vineyard
• A 25-minute drive to Belvoir Castle and the National Space Centre
• Luxurious pods with kitchen, living area, bathroom and sun decks

Rutland Rural Retreats

• Adults-only glamping cabins 10 minutes’ stroll from Belton in Rutland
• Uppingham 10 minutes’ drive and Burghley House half an hour
• Dog-friendly accommodation with securely fenced gardens

Goose Pasture Farm

• Off-grid Rutland site with 30 peaceful acres of pasture and woodland
• A 25-minute drive to Rutland Water; half an hour to Burghley House
• Dogs welcome; access to footpaths and bridleways from the farm

Briarwood Glamping

• Glamping tents on a historic site in spectacular Rutland countryside
• A 10-minute drive to Rutland Water; 25 minutes to Burghley House
• Themed bell tents with private bathrooms, kids’ nature trails on site

In The Stix

• 5* Luxury domes situated in the heart of Rutland
• 6 ensuite domes with private kitchens and log fired hot tubs
• site available for large group bookings event space available to hire