The Roost

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  • Small-scale pop-up Suffolk site at a farm in Wenhaston
  • Southwold, Dunwich and Walberswick beaches within a 15-minute drive
  • Barbecues, campfires and dogs welcome; village pub 10 minutes' walk
Popping up just for Suffolk stays in the height of summer, The Roost is a laidback and small-scale site within the meadows of a farm on the edge of Wenhaston. With big open skies, chickens wandering nearby, hedgerows full of wildlife and plenty of space to chill out, this is a fabulous spot for a relaxed rural break – and with the added bonus of being able to walk to the village’s award-winning pub in about 10 minutes. Tucked away in the scenic Suffolk & Essex Coast & Heaths National Landscape, you’ll be able to get straight out onto quiet footpaths and lanes for a walk or bike ride easily enough, including routes that are suitable for any accompanying kids and dogs you’ve brought along. Alternatively, pile into the car for a trip to the coast (perhaps the beach in Southwold or the birdwatching hides at RSPB Minsmere) or a day out at a castle, a farm park or a theme park – they’re all within about 40 minutes’ drive. However you choose to spend your days, you should at some point stock up on supplies for a barbecue or campfire back on site – either make a lovely prelude to an evening of stargazing under the dark skies. You’ll also be able to freshen up with toilets and showers on site for guest use.

Campground type

Rent a tent 1
Tent sites 10
Open now
Opens May 23
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 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.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Single-sex bookings of 5 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat, May 23 to

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Features

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 Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Outdoor pool nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

The Roost

Brook Farm

Wenhaston

Halesworth

Suffolk

England

IP19 9HE

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.31521°N
1.56784°E

Nearest transport

Bus
10 mi Old Market Place
11.2 mi Cork Bricks
11.3 mi Chaucer Street
Rail
3.4 mi Halesworth Rail Station
3.5 mi Darsham Rail Station
5.6 mi Brampton (Suffolk) Rail Station
Ferry
4.2 mi Walberswick Ferry Landing
4.2 mi Southwold Ferry Landing
16.8 mi Reedham Ferry South
Airport
27.4 mi 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Dunwich forest and beach: 10 minutes' drive - Walberswick beach: 10 minutes - Southwold beach and pier: 15 minutes - RSPB Minsmere: 20 minutes - Framlingham Castle​: 25 minutes - Easton Farm Park: half an hour - Woodbridge (for riverside walks and the tide mill): 35 minutes - Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park: 35 minutes - National Trust - Sutton Hoo: 40 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Southwold The Denes 4.7 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AN/A
Southwold The Pier 5.1 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Lowestoft (South Of Claremont Pier) 12.7 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Lowestoft (North Of Claremont Pier) 13 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Gorleston Beach 18.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Framlingham Castle 11.3 mi

Somerleyton Hall and Gardens 14.9 mi

Orford Castle 15.4 mi

Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 15.5 mi

Fritton Lake Country World 16.1 mi

National Trust

Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 15.5 mi

Sutton Hoo 18.2 mi

Elizabethan House Museum 21.1 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

HENHAM 2.4 mi

Dunwich Forest - Newdelight Walks - Westwood Marshes 3 mi

DINGLE MARSHES (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/06/2002) 3.1 mi

Southwold - Walberswick - Westwood - Southwold 4.5 mi

MINSMERE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 11/01/2006) 4.8 mi

Local events

  • Latitude Festival (Thursday, July 23, 2026 – Thursday, July 23, 2026)

    Beccles, England 2.5 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 The Roost have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Roost dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Roost? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Dunwich forest and beach: 10 minutes' drive - Walberswick beach: 10 minutes - Southwold beach and pier: 15 minutes - RSPB Minsmere: 20 minutes - Framlingham … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Roost?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  Anytime
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Roost? From $26.91 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.