Heygates
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- Peaceful, adults-only site 20 minutes’ drive from Rugby
- Coton Manor Garden 15 minutes’ drive; Leicester 40 minutes
- Fishing pegs on the Grand Union Canal; excellent road connections
Campground type
1
This park has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
Guests under the age of 17 are not allowed on site.- There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
Languages spoken
English
French
4 
Adults only
Reviews
92% would recommend this campground to a friend
92% would stay here again
What customers say
This quiet, single-pitch spot by the Grand Union Canal provides privacy and calm. Guests love the secure, gated gravel spot with a water tap and enjoy dog-friendly walks along the path. Owners are often praised as friendly and helpful. While basic, with no extra amenities, this is upfront. Some note the nearby A14, but bird song usually masks the noise. Arriving after dark can be tricky; What3Words is suggested. The manager has resolved issues like fishing access.
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Last updated 6/9/2026
Peace and quiet, lovely
Primitive gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Fabulous space next to the canal for a walk in either direction with our dogs. Gated area with water tap, we had the place to our selves and enjoyed real peace and quiet.
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, hope to host you again in future :-)
A great place to unwind.
Primitive gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Next to the canal. Lovely walks on your doorstep. Bespoke little hamlets nearby. Quiet. Private.
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From the manager: Thanks for the review, we hope to see you again in future :-)
All just fine
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Anonymous Primitive gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked The peace after a day travelling. The canal and canal bridge leading to the tow path. The friendly owners. Birdsong and no one around. No fuss, no unnecessary extras just a peaceful grassy field by the canal with lovely trees.
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. It was a pleasure to meet and host you :-)
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Primitive gravel travel trailer campsite
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From the manager: Thanks for taking the time to leave a review James, and for choosing to stay with us.
Friendly host
Primitive gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Small gravel area for a few vans. Water tap available. Hop over the bridge and tow path walks along the canal. Pub and shop in Yelvertoft which is a few minutes away.
Also offers clamping pods with log burner and wood fired hot tub. Very nice indeed
Disliked Nothing. No real facilities but that was made clear
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From the manager: Thanks for the review, Mark - it was a pleasure to meet you.
Single pitch site in nature
Primitive gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Single pitch site next to canal, hard standing, self check in.
Wildlife all around, red kite in the middle of the road as I left.
Being really picky you can hear the A14 in the distance but the birdsong in the morning drowns it out.
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From the manager: Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, glad that you enjoyed your time here.
Hope to welcome you again in future :-)
Great! Looking forward to revisiting during the other seasons.
Anonymous Primitive gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked New camper van, so needed a local overnighter to get the feel of her. The simplicity of this pitch is its charm - The gate, the gravel and the water tap. A 30 second walk over the bridge to the tow path of the Grand Union canal for walking the dog on arrival and before departure.
Disliked Nothing really - I was a little worried I didn’t initially have the correct location from the postcode and different season pictures, but then used the My Three Words reference and that confirmed all was good.
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From the manager: Thanks for taking the time to leave a review :-)
Back to basics camping at it’s best.
Primitive gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Seclusion of the site
Proximity to canal towpath
Shingle pitch with good drainage
This was an overnight stop on our way to Cheshire, we enjoyed it so much we booked another night on our journey home a week later.
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: Thanks for taking the time to leave a review Mark - hope to see you again in future :-)
We were in a VW camper…
Primitive gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked We were in a VW camper van. All very good. Hardstanding. Quiet.
Disliked A sign on gate would be good. Directions perfect but we arrived in dark and we’re not 100% sure we’d found right place especially as hadn’t appreciated it was just one pitch site. Almost parked in owners own car parking spot which was further up lane as same gate and gravel layout. For no facilities except a tap could be cheaper.
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From the manager: Thanks for leaving a review Catherine.
We have thought about a sign at great length. Whilst we don't get anti-social problems in the area, we erred on the side of not advertising the presence of vans to minimise any security risks.
Appreciate that finding it in the dark can be a little tricky, which is why we recommend using What3Words, which will navigate you to the gate.
Best wishes.
had a wonderful quiet stay at…
Primitive gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked had a wonderful quiet stay at Haygates. what an absolutely gorgeous spot by the canal. full of wildlife and star gazing.
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From the manager: Thanks for taking the time to leave a review Ashley. It was a pleasure to host you, and we hope to see you again in future.
Features
Dogs allowed
Adults only
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 WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Sailing nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Caravan storage facilities Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Heygates
Elkington
Yelvertoft
Northamptonshire
England
NN6 6NH
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.38439°N
1.08659°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Bus
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.
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Cycle routes
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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 Heygates have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Heygates dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Heygates? Whatever the season, there’s always something to look at Coton Manor Garden (15 minutes’ drive), which spreads around a 17th-century manor house. First laid out in the 1920s, the gardens are home … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Heygates?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Heygates? From $26.68 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.