Brick Kiln Campsite
View prices & book- Peaceful adults-only site with a no-music/TV rule; dogs allowed
- A 15-minute drive from Framlingham and 20 minutes from Aldeburgh
- Firepits, kitchen and undercover seating available for guests
Site type
- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- Reception is unmanned after 8 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
- This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Wed, 1 May to
Pitch types & availability
Unpowered grass and earth tent site (no cars, solo)
1 person maximum Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Max 8.0m width x 6.0m depth (26.2ft width x 19.7ft depth) Calculated area: 48.0m² (516.7ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30) 1 night, 1 adult
View prices & bookUnpowered grass site
3 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10.0m width x 8.0m depth (32.8ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 80.0m² (861.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
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Liked: Clean tidy and everything you need
Disliked: Some of the metal baskets inside the showers are rusty and not looking great.
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review and I am glad we were able to offer everything you needed! You make a valid point about about the metal baskets and you may find it hard to believe that I replace these quite regularly but water and metal do not mix! You may have also seen the white plastic basket in the shower room too - but even that is not lasting very well. It is a problem. If anyone has any advice or tips on how to keep these metal shower baskets looking good - please let me know! Or maybe there is a brand that does not rust. I may take them down completely. Hopefully this won't put you off returning to visit! Best wishes Tina
Very welcoming. Everything you needed for a relaxing quiet break. All amenities…
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Liked: Very welcoming. Everything you needed for a relaxing quiet break. All amenities clean. Honesty shop had everything that you may need. Dogs were welcomed. Had a thoroughly enjoyable stsy
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind words and review. I am very pleased that you have used the word 'relaxing' as I definitely see my site as more of a retreat which is why we are always mindful of noise and don't allow music etc on site. We love dogs too and they are very welcome. Hopefully they found the doggie treats! I look forward to welcoming you back. x
Everything about this site. It was exceptional!…
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Liked: Everything about this site. It was exceptional!
Disliked: Electric hook up would be the icing on the cake.
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From the manager: Exceptional! What a lovely word to use. Thank you for your kind comments. I know everyone asks about electric hookup but sadly - with the hideous energy costs - I don't think this is something that I will be contemplating in the near future. I only hope access to the plugs and electricity inside the facilities made camping a little more pleasant for you. I look forward to welcoming you back. Warm wishes Tina
This was our fourth time and will definitely be going back
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Liked: Neatness of site. Cleanliness of facilities. Honestly shop fully stocked. Although non electric they provide hairdryers, fridge freezer, toaster, microwave and an area you can charge your phones.
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From the manager: What a lovely review - thank you for your kind words. We work very hard at ensuring the site is always clean and welcoming - and it has been hard work with all the rain we have had and endless mud being carted into the shower/toilet facilities. I am so pleased you appreciated all the little electrical items. They can make such a difference to a stay - especially if the weather is poor. Thank you again and I look forward to welcoming you back. Warm wishes Tina
Beautiful setting peaceful friendly welcome and fabulous facilities
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Liked: Absolute Gem this place a proper home from home and more
Disliked: Having to leave
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From the manager: What a sweet review - I am very touched by your kind words. Bless you...We don't like our campers leaving either - especially if they have had a good time. I look forward to welcoming you back. Thank you again. Best wishes Tina
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Liked: Amazing quiet and peaceful location with fantastic facilities... would definitely recommend for anyone - especially motorbike touring!
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review and I am so happy that you enjoyed the peace and quiet. I like to think that we are VERY motorbike friendly, especially with all the added extras on site. I look forward to welcoming you back. Kind regards Tina
Great site, well run and friendly
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Liked: Fantastic campsite, easy no nonsense system to find a pitch. Facilities well looked after and clean. There is an honesty shop, we just bacs transferred what we purchased. Nice and quiet being an adults only site. No electric points, but we are self sufficient so not a problem. A nice Pub just a short walk away. Great for a relaxing break away 👍
Disliked: Nothing, other than the price, like a lot of sites in this area, the price has hiked way too much in the last couple of year's. Tolerable for one night, but puts you off staying any longer.
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From the manager: Dear Colin - Thank you for your kind review - I am very grateful to you. Bless you. You are always welcome to return. Whilst you haven't reduced your overall score due to your thoughts on the price, and I do appreciate this, I feel I must comment on this as it is not the first time that it has been commented on. Firstly, I do keep a check on prices in the local area and yes, some are cheaper than mine; but these sites don't offer all that I offer and they are often family sites. Most of us are around the £30 per night mark. Family sites means that there is always a guaranteed level of campers staying on site whilst adult only sites reduces this guarantee considerably and therefore often my site can consist of a handful of campers. But campers come here because they like the quietness of the site and I plan to keep it like this. Just because on occasions I only have a few campers here, I don't suddenly reduce the facilities or the cleaning to reflect this; there will still be access to everything and showers can be taken throughout the day and night - the system runs constantly, like all the gadgets in the kitchen, including the fridges. I believe that some people may look around and think All this money just to stay in a field! But there are many 'background' costs that you don't see. There is the insurance and memberships, websites and booking systems, commission taken from each booking (I don't see that £30!!) there are bank charges, bookkeeper and accountant and staff costs, the daily running costs, the electricity of the social area and running of the shower unit and hot water ALL day/night long. There are cleaning costs. I have to maintain the site to ensure that the buildings are in good order and there are costs in maintaining the grounds. I recently had the pergola built to keep my campers dry in the rain and then sides put onto this (in total, this has cost me close to £10,000),and I am always looking at ways to invest for ongoing improvements and new projects to enhance campers experience. I had the showers re-done last year, (£16,000) When my accountant sends back my figures every year I always query where have I spent all that money! And I do spend hours going through the income and outgoings, and I can always see what it has been spent and vow to cut back another year; but I don't because I want to keep up the standards and facilities here. But times are hard for us all and general living costs have risen as we all know. Even going out for a coffee and sandwich can cost around £7-10 so I think perhaps £15 per head per night to stay in a lovely quiet location is perhaps in line with daily living costs. I am not sure where else you would stay for that amount of money - not even a youth hostel! Like all other campsites, I cannot guarantee a regular income. I am shut for 6 months of the year; if the weather is bad - like it was this year - income drops - if it is hot - income can also drop as camping is weather dependent so income is never guaranteed but I continue to guarantee the high level of services offered here. The prices will not be increasing again next year and discounts are in place if you plan to stay 7+ nights. Thank you again for your review. I really appreciate this. T.
Definitely we will be staying here again when visiting friends.
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Liked: The place is very clean, quiet, and also has a nice comunal kitchen where you can boil water, hav toast, and a little shop. The owner is very friendly and attentive.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind review. Most campers appreciate the kitchen area! And there can be social banter and gatherings there too. Tx
Well kept site. Friendly and attentive owners without being intrusive. Level grass…
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Liked: Well kept site. Friendly and attentive owners without being intrusive. Level grass pitches which are well marked out. Fire pit is a bonus. High standard of decor and cleanliness in the showers and toilets. Lots of hot water. Love the honesty shop and the kitchen amenities. Use of the fridge to keep our cider cool was great. Hope to see you again soon.
Disliked: Nothing to dislike
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review and for mentioning all the positives of the site. Bless you. I am very proud of my site and facilities and like them to be clean at all times. I also love my honesty shop and it is has been popular this year too! I look forward to welcoming you back. Tx
10 out of 10.
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Liked: Fantastic site, the owner is very welcoming, and the facilities are spotless. We booked last minute as the site we had booked became unsuitable. We are so glad to have discovered this site, definitely coming back
Disliked: Nothing. Hopefully get some electric hook ups in the future.
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From the manager: Thank you Malcolm for your kind review. I appreciate this and you were so welcome here. I look forward to your return. I am not sure about the hook ups but I promise that I will look into this for you!
Features
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 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 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 yearThemes
Budget/backpacker PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Brick Kiln Campsite
Station Road
Campsea Ashe
Woodbridge
Suffolk
England
IP13 0QL
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.15861°N
1.39423°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Felixstowe North | 22.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Felixstowe South | 23 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Southwold The Denes | 26.4 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Dovercourt | 26.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Southwold The Pier | 27.6 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Framlingham Castle 7.8 km
Sutton Hoo Anglo-Saxon Burial Mounds 8.2 km
Orford Castle 11.8 km
Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 12.2 km
Christchurch Mansion 19.4 km
National Trust
Sutton Hoo 8.2 km
Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 12.2 km
Flatford: Bridge Cottage 33.9 km
Thorington Hall 37.4 km
Lavenham Guildhall 41.2 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
CAMPSEY ASHE PARK 2.2 km
GLEMHAM HALL 3.7 km
Melton - River Deben - Woodbridge - Ufford - Melton 7.2 km
SNAPE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 01/01/2007 7.6 km
Iken - Tunstall Forest - River Alde - Iken 7.7 km
Local events
- Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival (Saturday, 28 September 2024 – Saturday, 28 September 2024)
Aldeburgh, England 7 km
- Latitude Festival (Thursday, 25 July 2024 – Thursday, 25 July 2024)
Beccles, England 25.1 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.
Nearest sites
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- Is Brick Kiln Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
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- When can I check in and check out of Brick Kiln Campsite?
Camping and caravan Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. A self check-in system is in place. On arrival please stop at the office and sign-in, the book is on the desk. Check the whiteboard for your pitch number. If you do not see your name on the board, you may select any free pitch. Write you name and dates of your stay against the pitch number on the whiteboard.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Brick Kiln Campsite? From $62.18 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.