The Roost
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- Small-scale pop-up Suffolk site at a farm in Wenhaston
- Southwold, Dunwich and Walberswick beaches within a 15-minute drive
- Barbecues, campfires and dogs welcome; village pub 10 minutes' walk
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Single-sex bookings of 5 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, May 23 to
Pitch types & availability
Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
This well-organized, clean, and peaceful campground offers beautiful views and friendly, helpful owners. Facilities include washrooms, showers, and a dishwashing station. Some guests mentioned the hilly terrain and limited field parking, though wheelbarrows were provided. The location is ideal for exploring nearby beaches and attractions, with a pub also within walking distance. Issues, like with the shower, were promptly resolved.
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Last updated 2026-07-07
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Slow paced, friendly and laid back - a wonderful place to camp out.
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked So much to like here:
The lovely greenery, the horses that chomp lazily in the field next door, the hens that have been rescued by the hosts that I said "hello gals" to as I walked past each and every time.
Had a fantastic night stay at The Roost and had a wonderful reception from the hosts - so thank you for your warm welcome and departure.
Love the honesty fridge (had myself a couple of the Southwold ales - nice and cold!) and just found the whole atmosphere so calm and slow; just how I like it.
Disliked If I'm being picky, probably the walk from where you park your car to the field where you can choose your pitch.
I was lucky as I arrived very early (earliest check in), and got myself prime location quite close to the grassy ramp that leads back to the facilities and parking area. But - please consider that you will have to cart your gear (in a provided wheelbarrow mind) to and from your vehicle. And that's being really picky, as I do love a Park 'N' Pitch generally.
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Nice place, friendly owner. For reference,…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Nice place, friendly owner. For reference, it is a hilly field. This might affect some visitors. There is a nearby pub, the Star Room, Worth a visit, but if there's a band on, they don't have food. We choose this site because it's near to the Thorrington Theatre.
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Peaceful simple stay
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Anonymous Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Lovely and quiet, clean toilets and very friendly welcoming owners. Perfect for a short stay.
Disliked Unable to park on camping field- however wheelbarrow provided to help move camping equipment
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Firstly, Kim and Ed were so…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Firstly, Kim and Ed were so friendly and welcoming.
The site was beautifully organised, spotless, and the location is absolutely breathtaking. We loved every minute of it
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Amazing sunsets close to the beaches
Bell tent
Liked Lovely views, peaceful, comfortable bed in tent. Close to popular beaches. Great hosts with all the facilities that you need. Very clean.
Disliked The walk up the slight hill can be a little bit challenging if you have disabilities like myself, it is only a short walk, however.
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Great family run campsite. Good facilities,…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Great family run campsite.
Good facilities, two toilets, shower, washing up facilities, honesty shop and fridge.
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Had a great nights stay!
Bell tent
Liked Really enjoyed the tent, spacious and comfortable. The location is lovely, a working farm with character, but a gorgeous big campsite and nice to see chickens and horses near by.
The facilities were good, we had an issue with the shower and with a quick message to the owner it was sorted in 5 minutes.
Really good communication pre arrival from the owners, and they were friendly and helpful on arrival.
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Peaceful stay in beautiful scenery. Spacious area, we will be back!
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Being so well looked after by the friendly hosts Kim and Ed, their son Angus delivered us our logs by wheelbarrow which added the cherry on top to their hosting skills!
Disliked Nothing, we wish we had booked longer!
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Great place for a quiet night…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Great place for a quiet night ! The owners are very helpful and the facilities are nice and clean. The village pub is nearby and easy to access by foot. I recommend if you want to have a peaceful time !
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We stayed in the bell tent…
Bell tent
Liked We stayed in the bell tent for one night, it was great, clean, spacious, comfy beds, quiet, great toilet/wash facilities. The owner was really friendly and helped us with the area. We couldn’t find the light in the toilet block that was our only minor issue (but could have been us being silly!) Thanks for a great stay!
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Features
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 WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Tents for hire Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Outdoor pool nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
The Roost
Brook Farm
Wenhaston
Halesworth
Suffolk
England
IP19 9HE
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.31521°N
1.56784°E
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwold The Denes | 7.5 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Southwold The Pier | 8.3 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Lowestoft (South Of Claremont Pier) | 20.5 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Lowestoft (North Of Claremont Pier) | 21 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Gorleston Beach | 30.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Framlingham Castle 18.3 km
Somerleyton Hall and Gardens 23.9 km
Orford Castle 24.7 km
Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 24.9 km
Fritton Lake Country World 25.9 km
National Trust
Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 25 km
Sutton Hoo 29.2 km
Elizabethan House Museum 33.9 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
HENHAM 3.8 km
Dunwich Forest - Newdelight Walks - Westwood Marshes 4.8 km
DINGLE MARSHES (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/06/2002) 4.9 km
Southwold - Walberswick - Westwood - Southwold 7.3 km
MINSMERE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 11/01/2006) 7.7 km
Local events
- Latitude Festival (Thursday, July 23, 2026 – Thursday, July 23, 2026)
Beccles, England 4.1 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 The Roost have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Roost dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Roost? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Thorington Theatre: 10 minutes' walk or five minutes' drive - Walberswick beach: 10 minutes' drive - Southwold beach and pier: 15 minutes - Dunwich Heath and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Roost?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: noon On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Roost? From $34.22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.