Readers Field Glamping

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Bell tent with campfire and outdoor seating
Bell tent with campfire and outdoor seating
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  • Well-equipped bell tents 15 minutes’ drive from Saffron Walden
  • Audley End House and Gardens 20 minutes’ drive; Cambridge 40 minutes
  • Firepit and kitchen kit provided; pub 15 minutes' walk across a field
Charming Glamping in a beautiful 6-acre feld tucked away in the peaceful countryside, this glamping site in Great Sampford offers the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and home comforts. It features four fully furnished 5-meter bell tents, each designed for a relaxing and hassle-free stay. Inside, guests will be provided with a double mattress plus single blow-up mattresses up to two, depending on booking size (optional 3rd blow-up can be provided at request as well as a travel cot without bedding) all pillows, duvets, fresh linen and 1 towel per person. Inside, you will find cosy furnishings and lots of home comforts. Each tent has its own outdoor table and seating area, fire pit/BBQ, and individual cooking facilities. We want to ensure you don't have to think about a thing, so we will provide a cool box with 2 ice packs, gas cooker, water carrier with tap, cutlery, picnic style crockery, chopping boards, knives, bottle opener, pots & pans, kettle, tea, coffee, sugar and even some marshmallows to roast on these lovely starlit nights. The fire pit doubles up as a bbq, but please bring coals and bbq utensils, as this is something we are unable to provide. For added convenience, a cabin with a hot shower and flushing toilet is on site, and where you also have access to phone charging point and a small shared fridge/freezer compartment is available, please note there is limited freezer space. There will also be access to a few board games in the cabin which we would love for you to share. A short stroll across the field leads to the friendly local pub serving delicious food. The area is perfect for cycling with quiet country roads and beautiful countryside for those who like to explore on foot. We have lived here for 40 years and are passionate about sharing this stunning part of Essex with visitors. The surrounding area is a paradise for walkers and cyclists, with scenic countryside trails, quiet lanes, and charming villages to explore. We are a 23 minute drive from Stansted Airport and there are frequent trains from London will take you to Audley End, which is 10 miles/20 minutes drive away) As the sun sets, the field transforms into a stargazers paradise, with clear night skies and minimal light pollution. Guests can gather around their fire pit, toast marshmallows, and soak in the peaceful surroundings. Please note, the proximity to Stansted Airport does mean that planes pass overhead periodically. Readers Field, Great Sampford is a 6.2 acre (2.5 hectare) field which we have owned for 21 years. It has been “set aside” for over 40 years and has recently been used as a hay meadow. It is bounded on 1 side by our own house and grounds, where we have lived since 1985, and has other fields behind and in front. We have lots of wildlife in the field ranging from rabbits, hares, badgers, foxes, muntjacs and roe dear, who pass through our field. Overhead we have buzzards and red kites as well as rooks and wood pigeons. Depending on the time of year, there are blackberries, crab apples, rose hips, sloes and elderflowers & berries growing around the perimeter. There are far ranging views to the south as Readers Field is set up on a ridge and is one of the higher points in Essex.

Site type

Rent a tent 4
Open now
Opens June 27
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
  • Due to the proximity to Stansted Airport, planes fly over the site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Jun 27 to

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What customers say

This glamping spot offers a magical, peaceful escape, great for families. Guests loved the thoughtful touches: comfy beds, coffee, and firewood. Safe, secure, and spacious for kids. Spotless washrooms and handy prep areas. A charming countryside pub is nearby.

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Camille L.

Bell tent

Liked We had a lovely stay at the site. There was everything we needed, and lots of unexpected little extras. Comfy bed, plenty of room and a gorgeous setting. We really enjoyed being able to explore the local footpaths direct from the site. The hosts were very welcoming and super helpful. We'd love to come back and stay another time

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review. It was an absolute pleasure to host you at Readers Field Glamping. We are you enjoyed all the beautiful walks nearby. We would love to welcome you back again

Beautiful spot for family glamping

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SYLVIE F.

Bell tent

Liked We stayed at this beautiful glamping site with a group of friends so had the whole place to ourselves. It was perfect for a group of families.

Loved lots of the thoughtful details like lamps in the tents, a hairdryer, shampoo/conditioner, free coffee, tea and firewood. Being with 2 kids, it was nice to have a comfy mattress, clean showers and fridge space. The tent was furnished with a blowup bed for our toddler and a cot for our baby.

The walk to the pub is lovely and there are lots of nice villages to visit nearby.

Highly recommend as an escape from London!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re so thrilled you and your friends had a great time — it means a lot to us, especially as our very first group of guests! 😊 We’re so glad the little touches made your stay comfortable, especially with the children in tow. It was a pleasure to host you all, and we hope to welcome you back soon!

Excellent family friendly serene glamping site

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Emily C.

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Liked We recently hired the entire field with a group of friends, and it was nothing short of magical. It’s the perfect spot for families with young children, completely safe and secure, with plenty of space for kids to run around while the adults could relax.

The peaceful setting, combined with thoughtful touches throughout, made this one of the most enjoyable and relaxing breaks we've had in a long time.

The bell tent was immaculate – brand new and beautifully furnished with a super comfortable double bed and an equally cosy bed for my daughter. I loved the fairy lights, bedside tables, extra tables, torch, and even mirror.

The tent came with a fully stocked basket that had everything we needed: proper cutlery, including children's knives and forks, generous amounts of teabags, premium instant coffee, and even a jar of marshmallows! There were plenty of mugs, tumblers, and elegant wine glasses – a real touch of luxury and so well put together.

Each tent has its own wooden picnic table outside, which was perfect for meals, while the food prep tables with plastic benches on either side were a complete game-changer. We used them constantly for cooking, and the extra surface area made food prep a breeze. It was such a thoughtful addition, especially when cooking for a large group!

The toilet and shower were spotlessly clean, with shower gel, shampoo and conditioner provided. I liked that there was a separate area within the cabin for hair drying and putting on make up.

We also loved that there’s a charming countryside pub just a 15-minute walk away with friendly staff and an amazing Italian menu.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks so much for this lovely review! We're so happy you and your group had a great time — it’s exactly what we hoped Readers Field Glamping would be: a safe, relaxing space for families and friends to enjoy the outdoors together. We're delighted you appreciated all the little touches, and we’d love to welcome you back soon. Thanks for being such great first guests!

Features

No dogs allowed

Pop-up campground

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 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Luxury Remote location Spectacular scenery 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 Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Readers Field Glamping

Howe Lane

Great Sampford

Saffron Walden

Essex

England

CB10 2NY

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.00299°N
0.3945°E

Nearest transport

Coach
15.5 km Coach Station
15.5 km Coach Station
15.5 km Coach Station
Rail
12.6 km Newport (Essex) Rail Station
12.9 km Audley End Rail Station
14.7 km Elsenham Rail Station
Airport
15.5 km London Stansted Airport
27.5 km Cambridge 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

It pays to be a member of English Heritage to make the most of the programme of events at Audley End House and Gardens (20 minutes’ drive). Built in the early 1600s, this Jacobean mansion has splendid interiors hung with portraits and furnished with period pieces. The expansive gardens were designed by Capability Brown. National Trust - Hatfield Forest (half an hour) is a former royal hunting forest where you can stroll among ancient trees spotting resident fallow and muntjac deer. Explore the lake by boat, get a permit to angle for carp in the fishing pond or take part in activities such as yoga, breathwork and forest bathing. In Cambridge (40 minutes), you can check out famed university colleges, go for a punting tour along the River Cam or admire the world-class collections at The Fitzwilliam Museum. The Centre for Computing History charts the history of information technology, while the Polar Museum has displays on polar exploration.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
West Mersea 45 km Sea N/AGoodN/AN/A
Brightlingsea 47.6 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Audley End House and Gardens 12.1 km

Imperial War Museum Duxford 20.9 km

The National Stud 25.3 km

Newmarket Racecourses 25.4 km

East Anglian Railway Museum 26.3 km

National Trust

Melford Hall 24 km

Paycocke's 24.5 km

Coggeshall Grange Barn 25 km

Anglesey Abbey, Gardens and Lode Mill 28.1 km

Lavenham Guildhall 29.9 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

SPAINS HALL 4.6 km

Finchingfield - Howe Woods - Little London - Howe Street 5.4 km

Thaxted - Great Easton - Tilty - River Chelmer - Thaxted 6.5 km

Castle Camps - Camps End - Shudy Camps - Castle Camps 6.7 km

Ashdon 8.2 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.

Nearest sites

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Readers Field Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Readers Field Glamping dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Readers Field Glamping? It pays to be a member of English Heritage to make the most of the programme of events at Audley End House and Gardens (20 minutes’ drive). Built in the early 1600s, … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Readers Field Glamping?
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Readers Field Glamping? From $179.65 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.