Magpie Meadow

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Grass pitches
Woodland pitches
Rural views
Large and well-spaced pitches

  • 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 sites 22
Caravan sites 22
Motorhome sites 22
Open now
Opens 1 May
Please note

Admission

  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

General

  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Safety

  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 1 May to

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99% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

A chill, back-to-nature spot with roomy, well-spaced spots. Friendly owners, clean loos and showers (bring your own hot water!). Fire pits and woodland clearings are a bonus. Great for a peaceful, value getaway.

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Meadow unpowered grass site

Liked Everything, especially the amount of space.

Disliked Nothing

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Meadow unpowered grass site

Liked Pitches well spaced.
Organisation and welcome excellent, all so friendly.
Cleanest loos I have experienced at a campsite and bucket showers brilliant.

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A hidden gem! Whilst the campsite…

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Meadow unpowered grass site

Liked A hidden gem! Whilst the campsite takes a simple approach to camping, the small details and well thought out facilities amongst the woodland makes for a perfect, wholesome break away.
Thank you Magpie Meadow! Highly recommend 🙂

Disliked Nothing to dislike!

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Meadow unpowered grass site

Liked The owners, the site, the eco showers, the woodland, the walks, the price. A truly wonderful place to stay

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Powered grass site (woodland)

Liked Lovely site, fabulous weather and great location

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Liked Everything
First time on an eco site and loved it, even the husband.

Disliked Nothing

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Liked Lovely site, clean facilities, low impact without compromising on comfort.
Loved the wooded area to shelter from the heatwave.

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Liked Location, set up, pitch sizes, seating facilities for pitch under trees, toilets and showers spot on.

Disliked Nothing to dislike, place is amazing!

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Meadow unpowered grass site

Liked I loved the way the pitches were set out lots of space and not on top of each other and the wild grass around the pitches the price was just right affordable for people not over the top would go again 😜

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Meadow unpowered grass site

Liked Great place. Lovely owners.
The layout of the pitches is brilliant for keeping an eye on the kids as they play but you still feel quite private.
The toilets and showers are perfect.
Dark starry nights.
Just a nice chilled vibe here.
My favourite place I've camped tbh

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Features

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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

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.

Food and drink

  • Labore 1.3 km
  • Chubby Panda 1.3 km
  • Cafe Kitale 1.3 km
  • JR's 1.4 km
  • Jade Garden 1.6 km
  • The Olive Tree 2 km
  • Ramblers Restaurant 2.1 km
  • New Sage 6.8 km
  • Groveland 7 km
  • Oriental Garden 7.4 km

Parks and play

  • North Walsham Memorial Park Play Area 1.7 km

Public transport

  • Kingsway, opp 0.7 km
  • Waitrose, adj 0.7 km
  • Waitrose, opp 0.7 km
  • Cherry Tree Lane, opp 0.9 km
  • Harvey Drive, opp 1.1 km
  • Harvey Drive, adj 1.1 km
  • Queensway, adj 1.2 km
  • Car Park, adj 1.2 km
  • Car Park, opp 1.3 km
  • Oak Road, adj 1.4 km

Groceries

  • Waitrose 0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's 1.4 km
  • Lidl 1.6 km
  • Tesco Express 6.6 km
  • Walcott Stores 8.7 km
  • Co-op Food 9.2 km
  • Budgens 9.2 km
  • Tesco 9.3 km

Family days out

  • North Walsham Memorial Park Play Area 1.7 km

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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 caravan
    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 $45.62 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.