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Hill Farm

A view over the mere in the nature reserve

Hide in the woods for birdwatching or just playing spot-the-kingfisher

Cosy converted truck at a farm in Suffolk's Fynn Valley
Woodbridge 10 minutes' drive; half an hour to the coast
Take walks around the private 25-acre nature reserve with bird hide

‘The truck in the trees’ is the name given to the glamping unit at Hill Farm – and it’s a descriptive name indeed, because here at this secluded Suffolk farm you'll be staying in a cosy converted truck that’s tucked away among towering trees with some lovely views over the surrounding grassy meadows and the banks of the Fynn river. You’ll get some great rural views from the truck – either through the windows or when sitting at the outdoor table, but no doubt you’ll want to take a closer look before long. That’s the time to head down to the gate at the bottom of the woods, which leads through an orchard into a 25-acre private nature reserve. At its heart is a gorgeous five-acre mere that's a real wildlife haven – take a stroll to see what you can see, or settle in the bird hide to spot kingfishers and other birds. Getting out to see even more is simple too, as the gate also gives access to the Fynn Valley walk, leading to a network of footpaths to local villages and pubs. Back at the truck, you’ll be staying in a well-designed space with a kitchenette, a dining area, a sofa and a woodburning stove as well as a kingsize bed over the cab. There’s no mains power here but you'll have lighting and USB sockets to charge your gadgets, and you can cook on the firepit outside. Pick up supplies in Woodbridge (10 minutes' drive) or one of the farm shops within a short drive. Next to the truck is a separate bathroom trailer with a compost toilet, sink, shower and bath (with towels provided).

Site type

Languages spoken

English

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Features

No dogs 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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Forest Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Location

Hill Farm

Hill House

Hill Farm Road

Playford

Ipswich

Suffolk

England

IP6 9DT

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.08347°N
1.23875°E

Nearest transport

Coach

6.9 km Cardinal Park

11.3 km Hand in Hand

11.7 km Bus Shelter

Rail

5 km Westerfield Rail Station

5.3 km Derby Road (Ipswich) Rail Station

5.5 km Woodbridge Rail Station

Ferry

14.3 km Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing

14.8 km Felixstowe for Bawdsey Ferry Landing

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: - Woodbridge (for the Tidal Mill Museum and river boat trips): 10 minutes' drive - Twisted Oaks Bike Park and Trails: 10 minutes - National Trust - Sutton Hoo: 15 minutes - Ipswich (for the Transport Museum and waterfront): 15 minutes - Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park: 20 minutes - Suffolk & Essex Coast & Heaths National Landscape: 20 minutes - Parham Airfield Museum: 20 minutes - Easton Farm Park: 20 minutes - Rendlesham Forest: 20 minutes - Framlingham Castle: 25 minutes - Aldeburgh (seaside town): half an hour.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Felixstowe North	15.8 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Felixstowe South	16 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Dovercourt	17.4 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Walton	26.4 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Good	Good
Frinton	28.4 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Christchurch Mansion 5.9 km

Sutton Hoo Anglo-Saxon Burial Mounds 7 km

Framlingham Castle 17.1 km

Orford Castle 20.1 km

Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 20.4 km

National Trust

Sutton Hoo 6.9 km

Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 20.3 km

Flatford: Bridge Cottage 20.4 km

Thorington Hall 24 km

Lavenham Guildhall 30.3 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Playford - Culpho - Grundisburgh - Hasketon - Woodbridge - Bealings -Playford 0.5 km

WOODBRIDGE CEMETERY 4.7 km

OLD AND NEW CEMETERY, IPSWICH 5 km

A Walk Around Ipswich 5.8 km

CHRISTCHURCH MANSION 6 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 Hill Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Hill Farm dog friendly? No View all features
What attractions are near Hill Farm? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Woodbridge (for the Tidal Mill Museum and river boat trips): 10 minutes' drive - Twisted Oaks Bike Park and Trails: 10 minutes - National Trust - … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Hill Farm?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime

Depart by: 10 a.m.

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