Wildlife haven: Campsites in England

Southey Creek Glamping

• Cosy Essex glamping accommodation on an arable farm near Mundon
• A 10-minute drive to Maldon; 40 minutes to West Mersea beach
• Adults-only pods with private decking; vineyard and wildlife on site

Hardwick Park

• Secluded site on 180 acres of parkland, eight miles from Oxford
• Watersports centre and fishing
• Licensed clubhouse serving meals

Happy Valley Glamping

• Luxury glamping in the woods, 15 minutes' drive from King's Lynn
• Half an hour's drive from the north Norfolk coast
• Play area, hammocks, hot tub and firepits on site

Harbour Lodge

• Adults-only waterside site on the edge of a peaceful Essex village
• A mile and a half from the coast; 25 minutes' drive from Colchester
• Direct access to a lake; 10 minutes' walk from pubs and takeaways

Mill Hill Farm Caravan and Campsite

Bush Farm Bison Centre and Camping

• Farm centre with bison, elk and many other animals
• Farm walk, lake, duck hide, chipmunks, raccoons and more
• Playground, kids' farmyard and shop serving tea and light meals

Porthtowan Campsite

• Laidback dog-friendly site with sea views towards St Ives
• By the South West Coast Path, 20 minutes’ walk from Porthtowan beach
• Space for ball games and barbecues permitted; walk to local pubs

Tin Can Camping

• Vintage-inspired units with kitchen facilities set in a small wood
• A 10-minute drive to Loddon, 15 to Bungay and 30 to Norwich
• Communal lounge with underfloor heating, pool table and games

Uphill Wharf Campsite and Marine Centre

Archers at Redbank Farm

Meadow Farm

• Single yurt-style tent for two at a peaceful Wiltshire farm site
• A five-minute drive to Royal Wootton Bassett; easy access from the M4
• Double bed, barbecue and private bathroom facilities included

Through The Kissing Gate

• Peaceful, simple grass pitches just outside the hamlet of Aldfield
• Ripon and Lightwater Valley Theme Park within 20 minutes' drive
• Walk across open fields to Fountains Abbey in 10 minutes

Apple Wood Glamping

Throop Hollow Farm

• Rural, family-run site with fantastic views of the Piddle Valley
• A 10-minute drive to Monkey World; 20 minutes to Lulworth Cove
• Pick your own pitch on arrival; 500 metres from the river Piddle

Thriftwood Country Park

Go Wild in Wirksworth

• Wild camping site two miles from the market town of Wirksworth
• Exclusive use for a single group of up to 12 people
• Learn bushcraft and survival skills and build your own shelter

Pookles Farm

• Exclusive-use family glamping site in the South Downs National Park
• Jane Austen’s House 10 minutes’ drive; Watercress Line 15 minutes
• Bell tent by a fishing and swimming lake; views over a woodland SSSI

Three Rivers Park

• Well-maintained and peaceful touring park in the scenic Ribble Valley
• Clubhouse on site with two bars, games room and pool tables
• Indoor pool; toddlers’ paddling pool; two play areas

The Croft Campsite

• Family-run site located between Sherwood Forest and the Peak District
• On the edge of Shireoaks village; Clumber Park 20 minutes' drive
• Free-range eggs for sale; five minutes' walk from a lake and canal