Sutton Hoo Holidays Campsite

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  • On a small working farm in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
  • A 10-minute walk to the famed Sutton Hoo National Trust site
  • About a 10-minute drive to Woodbridge and Rendlesham Forest
A melodic name isn’t all Sutton Hoo has going for it… this site on a small working farm among free-range chickens is also less than a 10-minute walk from Sutton Hoo. You'll have heard of that of course: the splendid Anglo-Saxon ship burial where a warrior king lay for 1,400 years, and hailed since its discovery in the 1930s as one of the finest archaeological finds anywhere in Britain. Trips down memory lane are all around the local area too, as the park's in the age-old Suffolk Coast and Heath Area of Natural Beauty, and a 10-minute drive from the Woodbridge Tide Mill on the River Deben, one of the last in the world still churning up flour using time-honoured techniques. Visit to learn about the process through interactive activities then ply the streets and traditional stores of the pretty riverside market town of Woodbridge – it’s got a butcher, fishmonger and greengrocer (as well as more modern amenities like a supermarket, coffee shops and clothes boutiques). Get your supplies from these local producers then tote it back to the park and cook it up on the campfire while the kids and dogs run around on the big grass field opposite. And if you're after more historical expeditions once fully fed? Orford (20 minutes’ drive) and Framlingham (25 minutes) both have castles to check out, while the coastal and woodland walks near the site are sure to have you harking back to simpler times. One tree-lined place for a wander close by is Rendlesham Forest a 10-minute drive away, which is well worth a visit for its play areas, picnic spots and bike park, as well as its orienteering trails and horse riding paths.

Site type

Tent sites 5
Travel trailer sites 10
RV sites 5
Open now
Opens April 1
Please note
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, Apr 1 to

Open from Wed, Apr 1 to

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Reviews

9.5

Overall rating from 473 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

98% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

This well-kept, peaceful campsite has spacious, level sites, many with hedges for privacy. Showers and toilets are reliably clean. Great location near Sutton Hoo, handy for exploring. Owners are friendly and helpful. A few guests mention slight road noise.

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Great space, easy to find, great…

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Anonymous

FHU grass and sand campsite

Liked Great space, easy to find, great location and great customer service

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Very comfortable

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Paul D.

FHU grass and sand campsite

Liked Location
Pitches separated by hedges
Loos/Showers
Water & EHU on pitch
Dog Friendly
Nearby Sutton Hoo

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Fridge freezer, kettle, hedges round each…

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Katrina H.

Primitive grass tent, travel trailer or trailer tent campsite

Liked Fridge freezer, kettle, hedges round each pitch, friendly owners

Disliked Weather, torrential rain and gale force winds

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A really nice place to stay

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Tanya D.

FHU grass and sand campsite

Liked The pitches are amazing really big and very private with hedges each side. Really quite and just a lovely feel to the place

Disliked Nothing

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Perfectly situated for visit to Sutton…

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Peter C.

FHU grass and sand campsite

Liked Perfectly situated for visit to Sutton Hoo burial site, all pitches are level and spacious. Site is very rural with shopping and other interests a drive away. While I was there it was quiet and clean though there is a children's play area in the middle of the site.

Disliked The only downside was showers, there are only two showers though clean and well presented are no more than standing under a hottish tap with no spray whatsoever. The cubicles are rather restricted especially if you are physically larger portioned.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: I am glad you enjoyed your stay with us, but would like to point out there are in fact 5 showers. 2 within the men's, 2 within the ladies and a unisex family/disabled bathroom, with shower. Sorry you didn't discover this at it is very spacious.

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Ian C.

FHU grass and sand campsite

Liked Quiet & clean site. Very close to the National Trust, Sutton Hoo site, which was the purpose of my visit. Useable WiFi.

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Excellent site in close proximity to…

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Terence L.

FHU grass and sand campsite

Liked Excellent site in close proximity to the Sutton Hoo burial ground. Pitches are big and they way in to the site through the farm is well signposted. Will visit again.

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Small Friendly site with very large…

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Derek G.

FHU grass and sand campsite

Liked Small Friendly site with very large dog walking area
Toilets clean

Disliked Showers good and clean but a squeegee to mop the floor is preferred to a old bucket and mop

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Proximity to Sutton Hoo. Friendly and…

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Lindsay W.

FHU grass and sand campsite

Liked Proximity to Sutton Hoo. Friendly and helpful staff.

Disliked Nothing!

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Toilet and showers good. Really friendly owners . Level pitches.

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Keith B.

FHU grass and sand campsite

Liked Large pitches, near bus stop , we think the children play area is a good for young families . Close to the Hoo , for a nice walk.

Disliked Not the sites fault, but the bus service is just about OK.

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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 Scouts 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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) 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

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Gray water hook-up for RVs/trailers Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Sutton Hoo Holidays Campsite

Castle Farm

Sutton Hoo

Woodbridge

Suffolk

England

IP12 3DJ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.09659°N
1.348°E

Route directions

To find the site please follow the brown Sutton Hoo signs from the A12. From the B1083 turn right into the entrance to Sutton Hoo; you will see a large wooden helmet sign saying Sutton Hoo. After turning in from the B1083 take the second right turn into the farm, where there is a Welcome to Sutton Hoo Holidays Campsite sign at the entrance. Then turn right and then left and the campsite is in front of you. The blackboard will list which pitch you are allocated.

Nearest transport

Coach
12 km Hand in Hand
12.3 km Bus Shelter
13.2 km The Drift
Rail
1.1 km Melton (Suffolk) Rail Station
2.2 km Woodbridge Rail Station
7 km Wickham Market Rail Station
Ferry
12.2 km Bawdsey Ferry Landing
12.3 km Felixstowe for Bawdsey Ferry Landing
16.2 km Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing

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

Once you’ve had your wander in the woods, the water awaits: the River Deben is just the spot for fishing and sailing less than 10 minutes’ drive away. You can also hire rowing, sailing and canoeing boats and explore the islands and waterways of Thorpeness (30 minutes) and its mere or switch to the artsy coastal town of Aldeburgh (25 minutes’ drive) for strolls on the North Sea sands, catching flicks at the century-old cinema and jaunts up the old Martello Tower. Another scenic seaside village is Southwold further on at 45 minutes from the park with its Victorian pier and classic white lighthouse. And if you're into twitching? The coastal birding spots of Minsmere and Dunwich are both 40 minutes’ drive.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Felixstowe North 15.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Felixstowe South 15.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dovercourt 19.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Walton 28.2 km Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Frinton 30.7 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Sutton Hoo Anglo-Saxon Burial Mounds 0.7 km

Orford Castle 12.6 km

Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 12.9 km

Christchurch Mansion 13.4 km

Framlingham Castle 14 km

National Trust

Sutton Hoo 0.8 km

Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 12.8 km

Flatford: Bridge Cottage 27.2 km

Thorington Hall 31.4 km

Lavenham Guildhall 37.7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Sutton Hoo - Methersgate Hall - Sutton Common - Sutton Hoo 0.6 km

Melton - River Deben - Woodbridge - Ufford - Melton 1 km

WOODBRIDGE CEMETERY 2.9 km

Sutton Common - Woodbridge Airbase - Sutton Common 4.7 km

Shottisham - Sutton - River Deben - Ramsholt - Shottisham 5.5 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 Sutton Hoo Holidays Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Sutton Hoo Holidays Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Sutton Hoo Holidays Campsite? Once you’ve had your wander in the woods, the water awaits: the River Deben is just the spot for fishing and sailing less than 10 minutes’ drive away. You can also hire … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Sutton Hoo Holidays Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Sutton Hoo Holidays Campsite? From $41.08 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.