Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite

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For top breaks in rural Hertfordshire
For top breaks in rural hertfordshire
Waterside views
A splendid slice of countryside
Nearly wild site
Forest vistas
Campfires in the evening
Getting toasty
Compost toilets
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Waterside views
A splendid slice of countryside
Nearly wild site

  • Peaceful woodland site on the border between Hertfordshire and Essex
  • On the outskirts of Broxbourne; 20 minutes' drive from Hertford
  • Waterside views and great public transport links
Forget about 'getting back to nature' – when you rock up at Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite you'll feel like you never left it in the first place. This peaceful back to basics campsite sits close to the Hertfordshire–Essex border and has gorgeous views over mature woodland and a grassy glade. Water surrounds the site on three sides too, which makes this spot promising indeed for relaxing breaks – a riverside pub, watersports centre and boat hire shop are all within comfortable walking distance. Facilities at Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite have been stripped down to the bare necessities so you can spend as much time as possible soaking up the site's all-natural vibes (think compost toilets and no on-site showers). Brought a hammock? Here you'll be welcome to sling it between a couple of trees and bivouac under the stars. Such lightweight sleeping arrangements are particularly likely to suit those arriving here without a car. It’s extra easy to avoid spending long hours on the road at this well-connected spot, as Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite is just over a quarter of a mile from Broxbourne station. Stick around in Broxbourne to make use of its handy range of shops, pubs and takeaways. Not that you'll have to eat out here if you don't want to – this site welcomes barbecues and campfires.

Campground type

Tent sites 20
Rent a tent 1
Open now
Opens April 4
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • Guests under the age of 12 are not allowed on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Apr 4 to

This campground is a member of Lee Valley Regional Park group.

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Reviews

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Child friendliness
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94% would recommend this campground to a friend

100% would stay here again

What customers say

Praised for its lovely location near London yet offering a natural escape. Guests loved the spacious, well-maintained pitches, many with river views, fire pits, and benches. Staff were friendly and helpful, creating a pleasant atmosphere. Booking was easy, but noise and composting toilet issues were noted, along with a desire for earlier check-in and clearer signage.

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I recently stayed at Lee Valley…

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Krzysztof K.

Primitive grass tent campsite (riverside)

Liked I recently stayed at Lee Valley Almost Wild Camping and absolutely loved the experience. It’s a fantastic place to truly relax and disconnect – quiet, peaceful, and surrounded by nature. What makes it even more special is how close it is to London, yet once you’re there it feels like you’re a world away. Perfect spot if you’re looking for a simple, back-to-nature break without having to travel far. I’ll definitely be coming back!

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From the manager: It's great to hear you found the site relaxing and had a wonderful experience there. We hope to you again soon when we reopen for our 2026 season in April.

Excellent site and brilliant pitch!

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Harriet A.

Primitive grass tent campsite (riverside)

Liked Loved it! Friendly reception team, lovely secluded pitch, clear information upon check in. Would recommend!

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From the manager: Thanks for the fab review and to know that you'd recommend our site - we hope to see you again soon when we reopen for our 2026 season.

Lovely location, great staff

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite (riverside)

Liked Lovely location, great staff

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From the manager: It's great to hear that you loved our site and staff too. We hope to see you again soon.

Pretty and unspoiled, near London but…

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Aldara E.

Primitive grass tent campsite (riverside)

Liked Pretty and unspoiled, near London but far away enough that feels in nature

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From the manager: Thank you for your great review and we’re glad to hear you found the site that perfect blend of nature and quiet. We hope to see you again soon

I loved how easy and efficient…

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Anonymous

2 bedroom safari tent (no pets)

Liked I loved how easy and efficient it was to book - everything is clear and straightforward. Location was great , it meant I could come straight from work for a quick weekend escape.

Disliked That other campers where noisy once staff left throughout the night

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From the manager: Thank you for your great review and we’re glad to hear you found the booking process and site location perfect for your stay. We're sorry that your stay was disturbed by other campers not adhering to the site rules however I hope this won't put your off staying with us again.

Beautiful site within short commute from London

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite (riverside)

Liked Large pitches and nice surroundings.

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lee b.

Primitive grass tent campsite (riverside)

Liked Location of site

Disliked Our riverside pitch R12 was close to the two composting toilets. We could smell urine most of the weekend which was really unpleasant as you can imagine. There were large party groups in the other pitches and the large number of people must have been to much for the two toilets to cope with . I will not be staying again unless I can guarantee I can book a pitch further away from the toilets next . ☹️

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Easily accessible from station/London Lovely grounds Great size…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite (riverside)

Liked Easily accessible from station/London
Lovely grounds
Great size pitches

Disliked Bit expensive for very basic facilities

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A lovely stay in an idyllic spot, sanitation could be better

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite (riverside)

Liked Beautiful riverside pitches, friendly atmosphere with staff and other campers. Quiet and serene.

Disliked The compost toilets weren’t as clean as they could have been, and the bins were never emptied while I was there

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Great place 😊

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lee b.

Primitive grass tent campsite (riverside)

Liked Great place really nice spot to camp with friendly helpful staff member called Bailey. Will be staying again soon hopefully 👍🏼

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Features

Adults only

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Tents for hire Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Dedicated quiet space Level campground, no steep slopes Step-free or level access Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite

Nazeing New Road

Broxburne

Hertfordshire

England

EN10 6TD

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.74346°N
0.00842°W

Nearest transport

Bus
4.8 mi Bus Station
9.3 mi Bus Station
9.5 mi Gracemead House
Rail
0.3 mi Broxbourne Rail Station
1.9 mi Rye House Rail Station
2.9 mi Cheshunt Rail Station
Ferry
15.2 mi Camden Lock Waterbus
15.8 mi London Zoo Waterbus Stop
16.3 mi East India Pier
Airport
15.4 mi London Stansted Airport
16.7 mi London City Airport
18.4 mi London Luton 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

This site has particularly advantageous access to sporting jaunts in the surrounding area. For starters, there's the fact that you're a 25-minute walk from ESSA Water Activities Centre where taster sessions, crash courses and in-depth lessons can be arranged for activities as varied as windsurfing, powerboating, rafting and sailing. If you'd rather practice your teeing instead, there's also nearby Nazeing Golf Course (10 minutes' drive). If the peace and quiet of golf has you hooked, you may well appreciate similarly serene local activities like birdwatching at RSPB Rye Meads (10 minutes) or touring the many quiet corners of the National Trust's Morven Park (20 minutes). Younger travellers who like to be a bit more boisterous, meanwhile, have plenty of hands-on rural activities on hand at Lee Valley Park Farms (10 minutes). When it's time to spend a spell in town, there are ample options in Hertford (20 minutes), where a theatre, castle and interesting museum will tide you over nicely if you're at a loose end. For a car-free day trip somewhere new, let the train drop you off in the centre of historic Cambridge (45 minutes by train or an hour by car).

Must see

Lee Valley Regional Park 4 mi

Hatfield House 8.7 mi

Willows Farm Village 12.4 mi

Knebworth House 12.6 mi

Kenwood House 13.7 mi

National Trust

Shaw's Corner 12.8 mi

Sutton House 13.7 mi

2 Willow Road 14.6 mi

Fenton House 14.8 mi

Eastbury Manor House 15.2 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

WORMLEYBURY 1.4 mi

RYE MEADS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 19/12/2001) 2.2 mi

The New River and the Lee 3.1 mi

STANSTEAD BURY 3.2 mi

AMWELL GROVE AND AMWELL POOL 3.5 mi

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 Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
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  • When can I check in and check out of Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite?
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