Single-sex groups welcome: Glamping sites in England

The Reserve

• Secluded site in a meadow bordered by Bedfordshire woodland
• Five minutes' drive from Dunstable and 15 from Whipsnade Zoo
• Direct access to Sewell Cutting Nature Reserve; hammocks welcome

The Field of Stars

• Spacious, natural site on an organic beef farm in Cornwall's far west
• A 20-minute drive from Penzance and 35 minutes from St Ives
• Livestock, far-reaching rural views and archeological remains on site

Brenscombe Activity Camps

• Family-friendly and dog-friendly farm site in the Purbeck District
• A five-minute drive from Corfe Castle; 10 minutes from Old Harry Rocks
• Daily half-day activities such as canoeing, kayaking and rock climbing

Exford Hostel

• In the grounds of a hostel in Exmoor National Park
• Full access to hostel facilities
• Horse riding, photography help, fishing and Exmoor safaris available

Field House Farm

• Luxurious bell tents with lovely Yorkshire Wolds views near Driffield
• A 40-minute drive to York Minster and Flamingo Land Resort
• Eco-friendly amenities, breakfast van and pizza stand at the weekend

Higher Holcombe

• Peaceful site spread over 30 acres of Devon countryside
• A 20-minute drive from Sidmouth or Budleigh Salterton beaches
• Firepit, outdoor social area and old dairy with shared kitchen

Fire Beacon Camping

• Peaceful wild campsite with views of Devon countryside near Sidmouth
• A 20-minute drive to Branscombe beach; 25 minutes from Exmouth
• Just off the East Devon Way and close to the South West Coast Path

New Forest Youth Hostel

The Soul Camp

• Peaceful eco-friendly farm site with activities
• A 20-minute drive to Bewl Water and 45 minutes to Hastings beach
• Foraging and fire-cooking workshops on site; a 10-minute walk to pub

The Swipes Camping

• Wild and pet-friendly site in the South Downs with meadow views
• On the South Downs Way and less than 10 minutes’ drive to Storrington
• Barbecues and campfires permitted; deli meals organised for delivery

High Cottage

• Comfortable, self-contained bunkhouse in Shropshire countryside
• Offa’s Dyke five minutes’ walk; 10 to Llanymynech Rocks Nature Reserve
• Double bed, dining area and microwave; pub and shop 10 minutes’ walk

Truleigh Hill Youth Hostel

• Camping on the South Downs Way, with use of all Hostel Facilities.

Foster's Meadow Glamping

• Luxury shepherd’s hut near Finchingfield in north Essex countryside
• Half an hour’s drive to Saffron Walden or Audley End House and Gardens
• Kitchenette, woodburner and hot tub; pubs five minutes’ drive

Breezy Bell Tents

• Bell tents at a family-run site in the South Devon National Landscape
• A 15-minute drive to Dartmoor National Park; 25 minutes to the coast
• Family-friendly site with barbecues and firepits allowed

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

The Willows

• Comfy secure park near RAF Mildenhall
• Plane spot from your pitch or the site viewing platform
• Dogs allowed and barbecues welcome

Wishwood Glamping

• Family-friendly glamping accommodation in a 16-acre woodland
• A 10-minute drive to Canterbury and Herne Bay; Whitstable, 20 minutes
• Private garden areas with sheltered outdoor kitchen and dining areas

Alciston Court Farm

• Peaceful family camping on an organic farm in Polegate, East Sussex
• Drusillas Park five minutes’ drive; Rathfinny Wine Estate 10 minutes
• Spectacular South Downs views; shop five minutes’ walk; pub 15 minutes