The Reserve
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- Wild camping at a gorgeous 35-acre reserve in the Suffolk countryside
- A 10-minute drive to Bungay; 40 mins to Norwich or Southwold
- Off-grid, leave-no-trace setup with fishing lake on site
If you’re keen on the idea of wild camping but less so on the thought of researching suitable locations for a legal stay, here’s a handy answer in the Suffolk countryside.
The Reserve is a wild camping spot among 35 acres of wonderfully untouched rural land surrounded by stunning valley views and with a gorgeous four-acre lake on site. It’s all splendidly peaceful and scenic – and as a bonus, campsite guests have exclusive rights to fish for carp and tench in the lake. All in all, a pretty fabulous spot in which to disconnect for a while and get truly immersed in nature for a while – turning your attention away from screens for a while and focusing on wildlife and big open skies.
Wild camping means exactly that here – the site is off grid, with no toilets, showers, water points or other facilities on site, so you’ll need to be completely self sufficient for a stay here. There’s also a strict ‘leave no trace’ policy in place, so everything you bring must be taken away with you – including all rubbish. Campfires are permitted as long as you’re careful, and all supplies can be picked up 10 minutes’ drive away in Bungay or in local farm shops.
How you choose to fill your days around here is completely up to you – you may simply want to hang out on site and soak up that special experience, or perhaps head out locally for walks, bike rides or canoeing and boating on the nearby River Waveney. Alternatively, there are plenty of options around for outings, including strolls around Norwich or along the beach at Southwold.
Site type
20
20 Open now
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Portuguese
Open from Fri, 26 Jun to
2 
Adults only
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Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
Adults only
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Dedicated quiet space Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
The Reserve
back lane
homersfield
Bungay
Suffolk
England
IP20 0ET
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.41733°N
1.36759°E
Route directions
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Nearest transport
Coach4.5 km School Lane
4.8 km Broad Street
6.3 km Chaucer Street
Rail12.2 km Brampton (Suffolk) Rail Station
12.3 km Halesworth Rail Station
14.5 km Beccles Rail Station
Ferry20 km Reedham Ferry South
20 km Reedham Ferry North
23.3 km Southwold Ferry Landing
Airport28.7 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
Attractions and activities nearby include:
- Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum: five minutes’ drive
- Flint Vineyard: five minutes
- Bungay (for Bigod Castle, theatre and indie shops): 10 minutes
- Camel Park Oasis: 10 minutes
- Beccles (for the Broads National Park): 20 minutes
- East Anglia Transport Museum: 25 minutes
- The Norfolk Tank Museum: 25 minutes
- Norwich: 40 minutes
- Southwold beach: 40 minutes.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwold The Pier | 23.7 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Southwold The Denes | 23.8 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lowestoft (South Of Claremont Pier) | 26.1 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Lowestoft (North Of Claremont Pier) | 26.4 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Gorleston Beach | 30 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Bressingham Steam and Gardens 21.4 km
Framlingham Castle 21.7 km
Banham Zoo 23.5 km
Somerleyton Hall and Gardens 23.7 km
Fritton Lake Country World 23.7 km
National Trust
Elizabethan House Museum 31.9 km
Sutton Hoo 36.1 km
Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 38 km
Horsey Windpump 41.1 km
Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 44.7 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Homersfield, Suffolk 0.9 km
South Elmham Hall and The Saints 2.5 km
Alburgh 2.9 km
Metfield 4.7 km
Earsham, Bath Hills and Bungay 5.7 km
Local events
- Latitude Festival (Thursday 23 July 2026 – Thursday 23 July 2026)
Beccles, England 17.2 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Reserve have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Reserve dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Reserve? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum: five minutes’ drive - Flint Vineyard: five minutes - Bungay (for Bigod Castle, theatre and indie shops): 10 minutes - Camel … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Reserve?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at The Reserve? From €34.81 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.