Swallows Field Glamping Pods

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  • Adults-only glamping pods in a landscaped paddock with valley views
  • A 10-minute drive from Colchester in the village of Fordham Heath
  • Units have kitchenettes with ovens, double beds and private gardens
Re-energise yourself in Essex on a quiet break away at Swallows Field Glamping Pods about a 10-minute drive west of Colchester. The slick adults-only units at this park sit in a lovely landscaped paddock overlooking the Colne valley, with views of green countryside and ancient woodland… Admire the scenery for hours from the enclosed garden in front of your pod with a meal made in your kitchenette using the full-size oven, two ceramic hobs and fridge with a freezer compartment. A tether point on the patio keeps the pup safely next to you while you dine beside the warmth of your personal firepit if you’ve decided to bring them along for the trip. If the dog’s itching for a walk, take him or her off to the nearest village of Fordham Heath a few steps away for 26 acres’ worth of heathland and woodland walks. Or get them snuffling out the local footpaths… The Essex Way following a part of the River Colne between West Bergholt and Great Tey is within a five-minute drive and the Woodland Trust’s Fordham Hall Estate is also the same distance for masses of forest. Brought the bike rather than a four-legged friend? The site’s on National Cycle Network Route 13 and is a 15-minute ride from Colchester Bike Park. If you’re needing sustenance pre-cycling or walking, a local pub’s about a 10-minute stroll from the park; spa treatments can be had in your pod after stretching the legs if you’re craving some serious unwinding time... Hot tubs can be hired (subject to availability) too while you're on site: please let the team know if you'd like to book one, using the contact details in your booking confirmation email.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Open all year
Opens

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Luxury Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Swallows Field Glamping Pods

6 Heath Cottages

Heath Road

Fordham Heath

Colchester

Essex

England

CO3 9TN

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.90255°N
0.81767°W

Nearest transport

Coach
6 km Stanwell Street
9.1 km Valley Road
9.1 km Valley Road
Rail
3.4 km Marks Tey Rail Station
4.8 km Chappel & Wakes Colne Rail Station
5.2 km Colchester Rail Station
Ferry
17.9 km Brightlingsea Ferry Landing
17.9 km Point Clear Ferry Landing
30.4 km Harwich International Ferry Terminal
Airport
38 km London Southend Airport
38.4 km London Stansted 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

The Borough of Colchester covers over 135 square miles of Essex coast and countryside, with an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty around Dedham about 20 minutes away known locally as Flatford and Constable Country after the famed painter. It leads to the River Stour estuary and into the ocean if you’re after a coastal wander... Closer by is Colchester for city times: Britain’s oldest recorded Roman town has a big Norman keep built on top of the ruins of a Roman temple and a museum with exhibits dating back to up to 2,500 years ago. Like your history a little more recent? Amble over to see the artefacts at Hollytrees Museum, a Georgian townhouse with three centuries’ worth of clothing, clocks and artworks.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
West Mersea 16.6 km Sea N/AGoodN/AN/A
Brightlingsea 17.1 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Jaywick 24.9 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Clacton Beach Martello Tower 26 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Clacton 27.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Colchester Zoo 4.5 km

East Anglian Railway Museum 4.9 km

Colchester Castle Museum 5.9 km

firstsite 6.1 km

Christchurch Mansion 29.3 km

National Trust

Bourne Mill 7 km

Coggeshall Grange Barn 10 km

Paycocke's 10.1 km

Thorington Hall 11.6 km

Flatford: Bridge Cottage 15.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Fordham Heath - Ford Street - River Colne - Essex Way - Fordham Heath 0.3 km

Marks Tey - Copford - Heckford Bridge - Easthorpe - Marks Tey 3.4 km

Marks Tey - Copford - Copford Green - Easthorpe - Marks Tey 3.5 km

Chappel - Essex Way - Wakes Colne - Chalkney Wood - Chappel 4.8 km

Colchester - West Bergholt - Essex Way - Braiswick - Colchester 5.3 km

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 Swallows Field Glamping Pods have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Swallows Field Glamping Pods dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Swallows Field Glamping Pods? The Borough of Colchester covers over 135 square miles of Essex coast and countryside, with an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty around Dedham about 20 minutes away known locally as Flatford and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Swallows Field Glamping Pods?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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