Wantisden Park
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- Glamping site on an estate in the scenic Suffolk Coast and Heaths area
- A 15-minute drive from both the sea and Sutton Hoo archaeological site
- Small shop and seating area on site
Campground type
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- 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).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
- Please note the pitches are now adults-only, but there will be a small number of children from booking made before the change was decided.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, Feb 13 2025 to
Campsite types & availability
Primitive grass tent, campervan or trailer tent campsite (adults only)
4 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
View prices & bookPowered grass campsite (adults only, sloping)
4 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/site
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 8m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
View prices & bookBluebell camping pod
2 people maximum
Dimensions: 23.3ft width × 10.8ft length
Arrival daysFrom £320 (£320)
View prices & bookKing's Oak microlodge
2 people maximum
Dimensions: 18ft width × 19.7ft length
Arrival daysFrom £320 (£320)
View prices & bookSuffolk Ram shepherd's hut
2 people maximum
Dimensions: 22ft width × 9ft length
Arrival daysFrom £320 (£320)
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Reviews
98% would recommend this campground to a friend
97% would stay here again
What customers say
Highly recommended, peaceful adults-only site in beautiful woods. Guests rave about immaculate, modern facilities, clean & spacious pitches. Great local walks & location. Friendly staff. Popular on-site cafe.
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Beautiful peaceful secluded campsite
Primitive grass tent, campervan or trailer tent campsite (adults only)
Liked Quiet magical stay surrounded by ancient oaks and wildlife. Miles from a road so absolutely silent. Dog friendly with fantastic facilities and an on site cafe (we will be back to try it!) secluded peaceful options to pitch where you like. Loved it!
Disliked Didn’t bother me at all but others said the loo roll ran out in the night and seemed perhaps the showers could do with a deep clean after a long hot summer
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Great for a base to walk or cycle the nearby forest and for Orford
Primitive grass tent, campervan or trailer tent campsite (adults only)
Liked Everything basically I almost don't want to say how lovely this place is to keep it for mysel, but...
Really lovely people who run it, super helpful.
Great pitches, lovely and quiet, excellent location to the nearby forest.
Shower, loos and wash up areas great.
One thing to watch out for - both Google maps and our cars satnav tried to take us via Friday Street which ends in a no vehicle access Bridleway.
Enter super helpful Beth from the campsite who directed us via Tunstall.
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Will return
Primitive grass tent, campervan or trailer tent campsite (adults only)
Liked Lush with ferns and beautiful trees, absolutely no traffic noise, flat pitch and plenty of space
Recommend to friends Visit again
Lovely site
Primitive grass tent, campervan or trailer tent campsite (adults only)
Liked Good bathroom facilities.
Space between pitches.
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Would stay again
Primitive grass tent, campervan or trailer tent campsite (adults only)
Liked Quiet and secluded. Lovely walks right at your doorstep. Good amenities and location.
Disliked Some people were letting their dogs run around without leashes and it was frightening our rescue dog. Also the track leading to the site is jagged unlevel gravel that I swore I was going to lose a tyre to. No Wi-Fi in tent pitches
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Great campsite and excellent value.
Primitive grass tent, campervan or trailer tent campsite (adults only)
Liked Great location, pristine ablutions, peaceful and fab for walks and cycling.
Disliked Slow service in cafe.
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Cafe on site - open at weekends
Powered grass campsite (adults only, sloping)
Liked Spacious pitches.
Disliked Facilities could do with a deep clean.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Wonderful quiet woodland site- loved our…
Primitive grass tent, campervan or trailer tent campsite (adults only)
Liked Wonderful quiet woodland site- loved our stay!
Recommend to friends Visit again
1st night of a week long…
Primitive grass tent, campervan or trailer tent campsite (adults only)
Liked 1st night of a week long campervan trip. We had a none electric pitch which was on a field / wooded area towards the bottom left of the site. Managed to find a decent flat spot and it was a peaceful night. Good facilities, seemed very clean and other accomodation was available to be booked.
Disliked Not a massive negative, but the road to the site is extremely bumpy. Check in was also relatively early if you are enjoying a day out. Some pitches are on a slope (im assuming they are electric) which could be challenging for some.
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2nd time lovely peaceful park plenty…
Powered grass campsite (adults only, sloping)
Liked 2nd time lovely peaceful park plenty of space good pitches
Disliked Last time there site was spotless this time not so attention to detail
Recommend to friends Visit again
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Hot tub 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 Local produce 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
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toiletNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Wantisden Park
40 Fenn Row
Wantisden
Butley
Suffolk
England
IP12 3PJ
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.1121°N
1.43761°E
Route directions
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 | 11.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Felixstowe South | 11.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Dovercourt | 14.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Southwold The Denes | 17.6 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Southwold The Pier | 18.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Orford Castle 4.2 mi
Sutton Hoo Anglo-Saxon Burial Mounds 4.4 mi
Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 4.4 mi
Framlingham Castle 8.6 mi
Christchurch Mansion 12.3 mi
National Trust
Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 4.4 mi
Sutton Hoo 4.4 mi
Flatford: Bridge Cottage 20.7 mi
Thorington Hall 23.4 mi
Lavenham Guildhall 27.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
CAMPSEY ASHE PARK 2.6 mi
Boyton - Hollesley Bay - River Ore - Butley River - Boyton 2.6 mi
Sutton Common - Woodbridge Airbase - Sutton Common 3 mi
HAVERGATE ISLAND & BOYTON MARSHES (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM ??/??/2006) 3.4 mi
Sutton Hoo - Methersgate Hall - Sutton Common - Sutton Hoo 3.9 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 Wantisden Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Wantisden Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Wantisden Park? One of the most sought-after sightseeing options in the Suffolk Coast and Heaths area is the Sutton Hoo archaeological site near Woodbridge (15 minutes’ drive) with its two 6th- and early 7th-century … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Wantisden Park?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Wantisden Park? From $33.77 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.