Wildlife haven: Campsites in Central England

Eastridge Glamping

• Luxury wooden camping pods in the Shropshire Hills
• On the edge of Habberley; Shrewsbury 25 minutes’ drive
• Rural glamping with electricity, heating, beds and an electric grill

Acorn Yurt

• Romantic and secluded Herefordshire hideaway in a wildlife haven
• Chilled prosecco waiting in the yurt on arrival
• Stunning views, two miles from Kingsland village

Camping at Oakfield Farm

• Spacious meadow pitches on a South Gloucestershire heavy horse farm
• A 20-minute drive to Berkeley Castle and 30 minutes to WWT Slimbridge
• Back-to-basics, rural base for exploring the Cotswolds and Bristol

The Dragons Gate

• Wild(ish) camping with spectacular mountain views in Herefordshire
• Grosmont Castle 15 minutes’ drive; Symonds Yat 25 minutes
• Wild swimming and walks on site; five minutes’ walk to the pub

Roaches Retreat Eco Glampsite

• Eco glamping site five minutes’ drive from Leek and the Roaches
• Buxton15 minutes’ drive; Alton Towers 25 minutes
• Bell tents with real beds, private shower area and outdoor kitchen

Riverside Paddle and Stay

• Tipi and paddling experience in a rural location by the River Thames
• Harcourt Arboretum 10 minutes' drive; Oxford 20 minutes
• Paddleboarding/canoeing included; three pubs within five minutes' walk

Shuttlefast Lane Campsite

• Peaceful farm campsite with spectacular Malvern Hills views
• Great Malvern and Upton upon Severn 10 minutes' drive
• Within walking distance of events at the Three Counties Showground

Weston Lawns Fisheries

• Scenic fishery park in the rural West Midlands
• A mile from Bedworth and its station; Birmingham 30 minutes' drive
• On-site café, bar, day fishing and animals to feed

The Dome Garden

• Comfy ensuite glamping domes in peaceful Forest of Dean gardens
• A 10-minute' drive from Puzzlewood and next to the Verderers' Trail
• Bar and restaurant on site with pizza nights and homemade charcuterie

Cosgrove Leisure Park

Shaw Farm Static Caravans

Lakeside Farm Naturist Holidays

• Naturist farm conveniently located in the heart of Lincolnshire
• Free access to hot bath tub and sauna
• Only 5 miles from Spilsby

Scouts Field Campsite

• Friendly campsite with woodland and mature oak trees
• A 20-minute drive from Gloucester and Ross-on-Wye
• Communal kitchen, shared central firepit and woodworking activities

Countryside Glamping Club

• Peaceful family-run site one mile from the river Trent
• Sundown Adventureland five minutes' drive; coarse fishing at the river
• Within five minutes’ drive of village pubs; next to a small food shop

The Manor at Tur Langton

• Wild camping on a family-run farm and business park in Leicestershire
• Half an hour’s drive from Leicester city centre and its sights
• Businesses such as café, CrossFit gym and jewellery-making classes

Drovers Rest

• Smart Herefordshire glamping on a16th-century organic farm
• A 10-minute drive to Hay-on Wye and the Brecon Beacons
• Peak-season restaurant and bar on site; farm activities available

Rutland Rural Retreats

• Adults-only glamping cabins 10 minutes’ stroll from Belton in Rutland
• Uppingham 10 minutes’ drive and Burghley House half an hour
• Dog-friendly accommodation with securely fenced gardens

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