Magpie Meadow

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  • 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 pitches 22
Touring caravan pitches 22
Motorhome pitches 22
Open now
Opens 2 May
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.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 2 May to

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0 children

Reviews

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PeacefulWild camping

100% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

This quiet, eco-friendly spot has spacious, private pitches in a wildflower meadow. Guests love the spotless facilities, kind owners, and its natural, simple vibe. Basic cold showers but appreciated for its ethos & space for kids. Great for coast & Broads. Highly recommended, relaxing break.

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Absolutely beautiful campsite Really lovely friendly…

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Jass F.

Meadow non-electric grass pitch

Liked Absolutely beautiful campsite
Really lovely friendly owners

Lots of thoughtful little touches
Bathrooms/showers clean and lovely

We will 100 percent return and recommend to other campers we know

We had such a lovely weekend it was perfect thankyou ❤️

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Owner and staff were amazing

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Andy N.

Meadow non-electric grass pitch

Liked Fantastic

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Wendy T.

Meadow non-electric grass pitch

Liked The location.. close to beautiful beaches
The owners.. very welcoming and friendly
The facilities.. clean
Dog friendly
The fees .. very reasonable

Disliked Nothing to dislike.

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Beautiful, conveniently located and well thought out

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Holly B.

Electric grass pitch (woodland)

Liked It's a really lovely and spacious site.
We booked a woodland pitch which comes with it's own picnic bench, and we was given flexibility on putting our tent in or out of the woods. There was also a free to borrow fire pit, grill rack and frying pan waiting for us.
The Meadow itself is exactly as described, with really good sized pitches circled around a wild grass field that is great for little campers to explore. We saw loads of bats and frogs too.
Communal area: I wasn't sure if me and my family would cope with the no hot water, no running showers, no frills part of this but the owners have thought of everything and worked really hard to make back to basic so easy. All utilities were kept consistently clean and any waits for the toilets or washing up were minimal. The little hut is stocked with everything you can think of that you'd need to borrow, and more things you didn't know you need. With the surrounding trees wrapped in fairy lights, the whole area is really very pretty.
Camp owner was very friendly and helpful ✨️

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Clean, friendly site manager. SPACE.

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Anonymous

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Liked Space between pitches is brilliant. The woodland pitch was super in the rain and sunshine also kids enjoyed playing in there.
The toilets and shower cubicles are clean.
Very friendly site.

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We will definitely be back!

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Kerry R.

Electric grass pitch (woodland)

Liked We had a great stay away and really enjoyed our time here. The large amount of space made it feel open and relaxing, with wooded areas providing shade and protection from the sun. It’s a friendly, family-run site and you can tell they’ve thought of everything to make camping easy and enjoyable.

We did have an issue with noisy neighbours, but it was dealt with swiftly and professionally by the site, which we hugely appreciated. My son especially loved the pump showers – I was a little nervous at first, but they actually added to the experience, and he enjoyed them so much he must have had four a day (the cleanest boy on site!). The open space for kids to run around and the games provided were a huge plus, making it a brilliant family-friendly place to

Disliked No light in the shower.

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Lovely Campsite. We will definately come back. Thank you

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Beverly S.

Electric grass pitch (woodland)

Liked Pitch up double booked us, so the lady who ran Magpie meadow rang and offered to help us, she had no pitches left , but very kindly offered to let us park our motor home outside her reception area, which was so kind and very much appreciated.

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Staff Clean Quiet…

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Hannah P.

Electric grass pitch (woodland)

Liked Staff
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If you want quiet then this is great with an easy walk to the town

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Anonymous

Meadow non-electric grass pitch

Liked The site is great and a conscious effort is made to keep adult only and children separate if possible.

Disliked Nothing

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Laura M.

Meadow non-electric grass pitch

Liked Loved this campsite! Very generous pitches, clean facilities, welcoming owners.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed 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 Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

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?
    Camping and touring
    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 €22.99 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.