Brick Kiln Campsite

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Brick Kiln Campsite
Brick kiln campsite
Sunset
Entrance area
Around the site
Main field
Plenty of greenery
Adults-only pitches
Seating by pitches
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Sunset
Entrance area
Around the site

  • 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
No one could blame you for wanting a break from the kids, whether they’re your own or just the neighbourhood ones getting underfoot… If that calming escape is calling then make your way to Brick Kiln Campsite, an adults-only site less than five minutes’ drive from the small Suffolk village of Campsea Ashe. In a rural spot, there’s little around this quiet spot but fields. The site’s not set up for electric – though plugs for charging phones can be accessed if going without is a problem – so the outside world may struggle to intrude, and a no-music rule (other than birdsong, of course) should ensure that reading hours and slumbers go undisturbed. Eats are easily sorted without leaving this placid paradise: firepits are available, and there's a communal barbecue where you can cook up more traditional meals (disposable barbecues are also for sale here). Damper hours can be spent in the converted stable, with its shared kitchen and small honesty shop, and when cooking is to be avoided altogether it’s a 10-minute walk across fields to the nearest pub serving food. There's also a reading room with a book exchange and games to keep you entertained. For forays off site, it’s less than 10 minutes' drive to Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – where wildlife spotting, leisurely wanders and seaside strolls are all to be had – and five minutes to the nearest golf course for those who find peace on the tees.

Campground type

Tent sites 30
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Camper sites 30
RV sites 30
Open now
Opens May 1
Please note
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (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 bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Reception is unmanned after 8 p.m.. Please inform the park 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 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 flashlight with them as parts of the 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 Thu, May 1 to

Campsite types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
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Reviews

9.9

Overall rating from 72 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

100% would recommend this campground to a friend

99% would stay here again

What customers say

This adults-only campsite gets rave reviews for spotlessly clean, well-kept facilities & common areas. Campers love the spacious sites, handy honesty shop, and peaceful vibe. Owners are frequently called friendly and helpful. Road noise & no electric hook-ups are minor drawbacks. A fantastic, relaxing escape.

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Arrival date (latest first)

The owners are friendly. Facilities are very clean. Keep coming back!

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10 out of 10
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Jayne E.

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Everything - I have been at least 6 times
The shower and toilet facilities are excellent
Then there is a washing up area which includes a microwave, kettle, toaster to use and an abundance of crockery to use. There is also a fridge and freezer for campers to use.
There is a covered chill out space with plenty of comfy seats and a little pool table.
You can use their firepits and buy wood and kindling from them.
Choose your own pitch in a level well kept field.
The whole place is set up for a safe and easy camping experience.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

I do like coming here for a quiet reset. Everyone follows the…

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Katy S.

Primitive grass campsite

Liked I do like coming here for a quiet reset. Everyone follows the no music rule, which makes the atmosphere much calmer than other campsites. The use if their fire pits is always a nice option on a summers evening too.

Recommend to friends Visit again

An all round enjoyable experience . Wi-Fi signal needs attention as

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Andrew B.

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Great experience and they understand that those little touches make a big difference

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your kind words and I am so pleased that the 'little' touches made such a big difference to you. I look forward to welcoming you back.

Friendly and clean, peaceful with all the amenities you would need. Good location…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Friendly and clean, peaceful with all the amenities you would need.

Good location for motorbike camping as well.

Pitches are well spaced out even when busy.

Thank you for a pleasant stay.

Disliked Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review. Yes - we welcome motorbike campers! And with so much on offer here - all you need to bring is your tent! I even do towel hire. We like campers to have plenty of space within their pitch. Thank you again. T.

Lovely site, well hosted and good facilities and very peaceful

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9 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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liz f.

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Good location, lovely hosts, quaint and unique facilities, good choice of pitches, covered patio/ eating area, free use of fire pits (wood chargeable), honesty shop is really well stocked

Disliked It’s not really a dislike as it worked for us but the campsite is extremely quiet (no music which is clearly advertised before you book) but it is a quiet and early to bed site x also showers were super powerful but minor. We will come back as it’s genuinely lovely

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for your review! Just to clarify — we promise we’re not running a boot camp or a bedtime enforcement agency! Campers are absolutely welcome to stay up, swap stories, sip something nice, and enjoy the stars. We simply ask for consideration with noise after dark so everyone (including the owls) can get some sleep if they want it.

But if you ever do want a hot cocoa and a bedtime story, we’ll see what we can do!

The no music policy is what attracts many campers and repeat customers - for most are looking for peace and quiet. I like to think that I am running a 'retreat' for those who need to rejuvenate their souls in this frenetic life that we lead. T.

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Peaceful, lovely site. Adults only.

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9 out of 10
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Wifi
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Jean M.

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Very peaceful site. No music allowed. Lovely shower and washing facilities.

Honesty shop. No electric on pitches however a toaster, microwave, hairdryer etc available in a quirky, fun 'cabin'.

Undercover seating area with tables to sit and eat or drink. Fire pits to hire.

The Duck pub just a walk over the field.

Tina and her husband very helpful.

Disliked The site has hedges and trees around it which is great for wind protection and some shade depending on you're pitched. We missed having a view after a while.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very easy check-in, well-laid out campsite, amazing facilities - great warm showers,…

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Lewis S.

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Very easy check-in, well-laid out campsite, amazing facilities - great warm showers, two sinks for washing up, a kettle! Loads of stuff to buy if you forgot anything. No kids :)

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: I’ve found real joy in creating a peaceful, adult-only space. It means I can offer a quieter experience and include special touches that I know won’t be accidentally trampled or turned into a den! It’s a different kind of magic — just a little calmer. Thank you for your kind review. T.

Great location, great facilities, flat pitches, dog friendly, camp fires and a…

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Chris H.

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Great location, great facilities, flat pitches, dog friendly, camp fires and a warm welcome on arrival. Plus a dog friendly pub and cafe down the road in the village with small friendly shop for essentials .
Top campsite well worth a visit.

Disliked Nothing to dislike best campsite we have visited so far on our campervan travels.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: What an amazing review! Thank you so much for your kind words - it means so much to us here. We work hard to ensure that all our campers have a positive and relaxing experience. Bless you and we look forward to welcoming you back. T.

Lovely site, friendly staff, great location

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Tara C.

Primitive grass campsite

Liked The site is located in a beautiful meadow. It was so relaxing and peaceful.
Friendly welcome to the site by the owners who show us around.
The pitches are well spaced out.
The honesty shop and communal facilities like the kitchen and undercover social area are brilliant.
Highly recommend this site.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Just perfect!

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Julie S.

Primitive grass campsite

Liked Showers and toilets amazing and so clean. hosts couldn’t be more friendly and helpful. Excellent honesty shop. Can’t fault it

Disliked Absolutely nothing. Friends came to visit us and stayed in the cottage and they agreed this site is exceptional

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Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly 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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge 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 Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Brick Kiln Campsite

Station Road

Campsea Ashe

Woodbridge

Suffolk

England

IP13 0QL

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.15861°N
1.39423°E

Nearest transport

Bus
12.1 mi Hand in Hand
12.3 mi Bus Shelter
12.7 mi Cardinal Park
Rail
0.6 mi Wickham Market Rail Station
4.4 mi Melton (Suffolk) Rail Station
5.6 mi Saxmundham Rail Station
Ferry
11.6 mi Bawdsey Ferry Landing
11.7 mi Felixstowe for Bawdsey Ferry Landing
14.8 mi Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing

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

Explores of this area are a cinch for pedallers: a trip to nearby Rendlesham (a 10-minute drive) should sort wheels, and the rental place even delivers to site. Once a ride is secured, head along to Rendlesham Forest, a 15-minute drive or 25-minute cycle away, to zip along bike paths through the 1,500-hectare woodland. There’s plenty of history hereabouts to dive into too. The site’s 15 minutes from Framlingham Castle and the Anglo-Saxon king’s ship burial ground at Sutton Hoo, 35 minutes from the stunning famed Victorian pier in Southwold, and 45 minutes from Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum. Even closer at hand, it’s less than five minutes to Marlesford Mills Antiques Centre, if bargain hunting's your bag. On warmer days, make tracks for the seaside. The nearest shingle beach is at Aldeburgh, and it’s 35 minutes to the sandy, pebbled stretch at Southwold (stick around here for brewery and distillery tours, and an excellent pier). For a proper sandy beach though, Lowestoft is a must – it’s 50 minutes from base by car, or an hour on the train from the station five minutes’ drive from the site. Those seeking days among museums, shops, galleries and restaurants should take those tracks in the direction of Ipswich instead, half an hour’s train journey or car ride away.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Felixstowe North 13.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Felixstowe South 14.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Southwold The Denes 16.4 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AN/A
Dovercourt 16.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Southwold The Pier 17.2 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Framlingham Castle 4.9 mi

Sutton Hoo Anglo-Saxon Burial Mounds 5.1 mi

Orford Castle 7.4 mi

Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 7.6 mi

Christchurch Mansion 12 mi

National Trust

Sutton Hoo 5.1 mi

Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 7.6 mi

Flatford: Bridge Cottage 21.1 mi

Thorington Hall 23.2 mi

Lavenham Guildhall 25.6 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

CAMPSEY ASHE PARK 1.3 mi

GLEMHAM HALL 2.3 mi

Melton - River Deben - Woodbridge - Ufford - Melton 4.5 mi

SNAPE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 01/01/2007 4.7 mi

Iken - Tunstall Forest - River Alde - Iken 4.8 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.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Brick Kiln Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Brick Kiln Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Brick Kiln Campsite? Explores of this area are a cinch for pedallers: a trip to nearby Rendlesham (a 10-minute drive) should sort wheels, and the rental place even delivers to site. Once a ride is … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Brick Kiln Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Brick Kiln Campsite? From $39.81 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.