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Non-electric forest floor tent pitch (wild)
From £29 (£29)
6 people maximum 
9.5/10
31 reviews The facilities and the car park are a 5-10 minute walk away.
It's not possible to reach the pitch by car.
Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.
Pitch size
Unlimited
Ground type
Forest floor
Suitable for
Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)
Features
Car 2 included, 2 max. Dog(s) allowed 1 included, 1 max. Firepit Other restrictions
Awnings not allowed
Gazebos not allowed
Pup tents not allowed
Car parking by pitch not allowed
Availability
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Based on 1 night, 2 adults | |
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Rockinghams Farm
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Reviews
94% would recommend this site to a friend
91% would stay here again
What customers say
A lovely, quiet farm campsite in Essex. Guests love the peaceful vibe, natural beauty & welcoming hosts. Facilities are spotless. Fire pits a bonus! Be aware: one shower/loo might be tight when busy.
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A basic bit of grass nothing like the photos.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Not a lot
Disliked This was basically an unmanned campsite
I turned up and it wasn’t clear where to go
It wasn’t clear on anything to be honest
As a solo camper , there was zilch signal which I know isn’t their fault, but no one to really help or no one onsite if something went wrong
It’s basically a field in a building site
The rest of it is some house and there were diggers and everything then a massive open back field they were clearly building. The facilities were portaloos and a few sinks, not sure where these photos were taken because I didn’t see any picturesque woodland or lakes? Just a fenced off bit of grass and then a building site.
safe to say I didn’t stay. I didn’t feel comfortable, I started to pitch then decided it wasn’t secure or safe enough. Anyone could just rock up if they knew where it was.
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Lovely facilities. Nice and clean. Amazing…
Non-electric forest floor tent pitch (wild)
Liked Lovely facilities. Nice and clean. Amazing views and a quiet site. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
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Lovely small quiet campsite with clean…
Non-electric forest floor tent pitch (wild)
Liked Lovely small quiet campsite with clean loo and shower.
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Family friendly with room to explore,…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Family friendly with room to explore, felt comfortable being close to toilets and showers.
Will definitely stay again!
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Beautiful site, with versatile camping options.
Camping pod
Liked We had a lovely stay here with my partner and two sons aged 10 and 12. Had to pay a little extra for fishing with permission (do enquire before you go), and it was a very well maintained lake. We caught a lot of fish! The woodland is ancient and relaxing, with well manged pathways. Plenty of wildlife about, including small toads and frogs my sons found in the greener patches of woodland which were lovely to find, and birds of prey wheeling overhead across the fields. The pod we stayed in was very clean, the pull out bed was quite uncomfortable, very firm, but that's down to personal preference! I would recommend taking a fan if you go in warmer weather - we kept the door closed in the evening to keep the midges out and quite a bit of heat built up during the day. It cooled down enough to sleep later in the night. The toilet facilities and shower were very nice for a campsite! There was also an option to buy wood on site if you wanted a fire in the pit provided, but this may not be at all times (best check). A very pleasant escape from city life and we will be back. Thank you to Josephine for hosting us!
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Owner was lovely. Really friendly and…
Non-electric forest floor tent pitch (wild)
Liked Owner was lovely. Really friendly and welcoming.
Woodland pitch was huge. Perfect for kids to explore. Will definitely be using this site again.
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Lovely space for the kids to…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Lovely space for the kids to explore
Firepits allowed
Toilets were clean and fresh
Greeted on arrival
Disliked No hot water at washing up station
Wasps!
Don’t use Waze to navigate to site as it takes you to a dead end
Google maps worked fine
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Great location close to the village.…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great location close to the village. Friendly, great field.
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Quiet, peaceful location. Camping pod was…
Camping pod
Liked Quiet, peaceful location. Camping pod was clean and had all mod cons needed to be able to totally relax. Loved the fire pit which made sitting out under the stars feel really special. Clean toilets and shower facilities. Area to walk in forest and fields. Josephine was a super host, friendly and attentive.
Disliked None
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Very peaceful and private location. Fishing…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Very peaceful and private location. Fishing lake was great fun.
Disliked Amenities a bit rough and ready. Communal wash basin for dishes was basic.
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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 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
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise 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
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Rockinghams Farm
Rockinghams Farm
Layer Marney
Colchester
Essex
England
CO5 9UL
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.81322°N
0.78639°E
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Mersea | 11 km | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | N/A |
| Brightlingsea | 15.4 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Jaywick | 22.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Clacton Beach Martello Tower | 24.6 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Clacton | 26.6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Colchester Zoo 6.5 km
Colchester Castle Museum 11.6 km
firstsite 11.7 km
East Anglian Railway Museum 12.6 km
RHS Garden Hyde Hall 21.9 km
National Trust
Coggeshall Grange Barn 9.1 km
Paycocke's 9.7 km
Bourne Mill 11.1 km
Thorington Hall 21 km
Flatford: Bridge Cottage 22.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
LAYER MARNEY TOWER 1.3 km
Layer Breton - Layer Marney - Birch - Layer Breton 3 km
Tiptree - Great Braxted - Great Totham - Tiptree 4.1 km
BRAXTED PARK 6.4 km
Kelvedon - Coggeshall - River Blackwater - Kelvedon 6.5 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 Rockinghams Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Rockinghams Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Rockinghams Farm? Hunt down some historic sites… you could climb up England’s highest Tudor gatehouse, the Layer Marney Tower (roughly half an hour's walk), or have a bite to eat with some Tiptree preserves … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Rockinghams Farm?
Camping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. Please call an hour or so before arrival so someone can come out to greet you.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Rockinghams Farm? From €33.52 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.