Magpie Meadow

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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).

Site type

Tent sites 22
Travel trailer sites 22
RV sites 22
Open now
Opens May 1
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.

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English

Open from Fri, May 1 to

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9.8

Overall rating from 193 Pitchup.com customers

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99% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

A peaceful, eco-friendly site with spacious, private pitches. Basic, clean facilities have thoughtful extras. Owners are very friendly. Some note limited hot water/basic showers, fitting the low-impact vibe. Highly recommended for a nature escape.

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Sara N. 1 review

Meadow primitive grass campsite

Liked Large pitches. Unmown meadow areas in between great for wildlife and privacy. Nice, clean facilities with hot water for washing up

Disliked Nothing

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Will stop again definitely

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DAMIAN L. 7 reviews

Meadow primitive grass campsite

Liked Lovely quiet site, massive pitch and space between others
Basic facilities but all clean and tidy

Disliked Nothing

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Perfectly untouched campsite embracing nature! Pitches…

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Alice L. 1 review

Meadow primitive grass campsite

Liked Perfectly untouched campsite embracing nature! Pitches are plenty in space and facilities were great and owners friendly and helpful! A bonus your car can be on the pitch too! Took our dog along for the trip that is normally reactive but due to the large pitches and spaces in between it was perfect for us and will definitely be back!

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Ian M. 2 reviews

Primitive grass campsite (woodland)

Liked Location and atmosphere, very nice place and good facilities. Tina and James were great hosts.

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Highly recommended for a very peaceful retreat.

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 stephanie w. 1 review

Primitive grass campsite (woodland)

Liked What a lovely small quiet place. First time staying, the pitches are huge, with plenty of space between pitches. The toilets were clean and you can hire or bring your own solar showers. They are lovely people who run it. There are fire pits to use, but because of the extreme weather they were advised not to use them, which is totally understandable. We had a wooded pitch which had a bench with seating.

Disliked Was nothing I disliked about this place.

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Julia U. 1 review

Powered grass campsite (woodland)

Liked Beautiful, clean, friendly owners.. never a queue for the toilets..nice touch of a washing up station with hot water ! .. All campers behaved and respected the site ... and the cute hut and wooden games were a nice surprise... its a lovely stay and we slept really well

Disliked Nothing

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Meadow primitive grass campsite

Liked Great friendly staff very helpful. Facilities were very clean. Great size pitches

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely peaceful site

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Sarah P. 8 reviews

Primitive grass campsite (woodland)

Liked Really peaceful. Very clean. Lovely area

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 Samantha W. 1 review

Powered grass campsite (woodland)

Liked We stayed for one night at Magpie Meadow on pitch C, and it was a peaceful and relaxing stay. The pitch itself was a really generous size, and the hosts were welcoming and approachable. They gave us great information about the campsite and the local area, including the best walking route into North Walsham.

The facilities were clean and well-stocked with essentials like toilet paper, soap, and washing-up liquid. We especially loved the little wooden summer house, which was packed with local information, walking maps, and handy items to buy or borrow during our stay. The wooden games scattered around the campsite were a fun touch, and the fairy lights lighting up the wooded facility area at night looked absolutely beautiful. We will definitely be coming back!

Disliked Nothing.

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A lovely tranquil, peaceful site

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Keith P. 1 review

Powered grass campsite (woodland)

Liked A very friendly welcome from the owners. Big pitches and well spaced out and a lovely view of the sunset.
facilities were basic but all functional and clean. Site is very peaceful.

Disliked Nothing, everything was great.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided 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 station Electric car charging point(s) No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation 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?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    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 $37.49 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.