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Exploring the East Midlands: Unforgettable Campsites and Glamping Holidays

Exploring the East Midlands: Unforgettable Campsites and Glamping Holidays

 

Couple of camping chairs with blankets and a firepit. 

 

Northampton, a picturesque town located in the heart of England, is a hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a perfect blend of natural beauty and recreational activities.

 

Whether you're a seasoned camper, caravan/motorhome owner or someone looking to experience the great outdoors in comfort, Northamptonshire (and the surrounding area) offers a wide array of campsites and glamping sites that cater to every preference.

 

In this blog, we will take you on a journey through some of the most remarkable campsites and glamping sites around Northamptonshire, where you can reconnect with nature and create lasting memories.

 

New Lodge Farm

Owned by the Singlehurst family for over 100 years, the farm has gone from traditional farming to high quality camp and event site. The campsite is fully serviced with electric, water and grey waste drain. The adults only huts are self-contained and equipped for a truly glamping experience.

 

New Lodge Farm amenities

New Lodge Farm luxurious hut and campsite

 

Whilst remaining a working livestock farm, the location has been caringly developed into a highly respected provider of leisure services. With its eco accredited infrastructure, it has an award-winning farm shop, butchery, café/restaurant, a top of the range swim spa and a five star, exclusively adult, touring caravan, motorhome, camping and glamping village. Surrounded by open countryside, located between the traditional market towns of Stamford, Oundle, Oakham and Uppingham ensuring there is plenty to see and do.

- New Lodge Farm

 

Farm shop

New Lodge Farm shop, restaurant and swim spa

 

New Lodge farm aerial view

 New Lodge aerial view

 

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www.newlodgefarm.co.uk

Campsite. Accommodation. Restaurant. Farm shop.

Address: New Lodge Farm, Bulwick, Laxton Road, Rockingham Forest, Northamptonshire NN17 3DU

Telephone: 01780 450493

E-mailreception@newlodgefarm.com

Open Season: 10 Mar – 29 Oct

Pitches / Units: 83

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Fotheringhay Castle Farm

The castle farm campsite is set within the beautiful village of Fotheringhay. The village has a rich history, including the birth of Richard III, and the beheading of Mary Queen of Scots.

 

Fotheringhay Castle Farm Site offers almost-wild camping on the banks of the River Nene near the historic village of Fotheringhay. It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy the surrounding countryside. Great spot for paddle boarding, canoeing or wild swimming in the river, explore the castle ruins or head on one of the many interesting walks nearby. Furnished bell tents are available too during the summer months.

- Fotheringhay Castle Farm

 

Paddleboarding at sunset

Paddleboarding at sunset 

 

In recent years we have seen an increasing number of swimmers, canoeists and campers making use of our various entry points into the River Nene. We have also begun to host wedding receptions in our field which backs onto the historic Fotheringhay Church, with many of the guests making use of our camping facilities.

Paddleboarding at Fotheringhay Castle

 Paddleboarding at Fotheringhay Castle

 

www.fotheringhaycastlefarm.co.uk

Accommodation. Camping. Water Sports. Weddings.

Address: Castle Farm, Fotheringhay, Peterborough, PE85HZ

Telephone: 07976958452

E-mailgouldcharles3@gmail.com

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Catanger Llamas

Trekking with llamas? That's right, walking through breathtaking landscapes, these majestic creatures bring an extra dose of charm to the wild.

 

Catanger Farm is situated in the heart of the Northamptonshire countryside. Northamptonshire is often referred to as the county of ‘squires and spires’ with idyllic villages and beautiful rolling countryside, unspoilt and blissfully quiet. What better way to get away from it all and enjoy the beautiful scenery than by walking a gentle llama along bridleways, farm tracks and country lanes.

 

Llamas and glamping hut in Northamptonshire.
Catanger Llamas and glamping hut

 

Glamping hut and tentCatanger Llamas' luxurious hut and space for extra camping tents.
 

Get away from everyday life for the peace, beauty and unique experience of a short break on a llama farm. Set in acres of gorgeous countryside, surrounded by llamas and wildlife, undisturbed and at one with nature.  Catanger Farm has the pleasure of offering a traditional gypsy caravan and a shepherd’s hut for you to stay in. We are happy for you to bring tents for extra friends or older children at an additional cost, great venue for hen parties or family gatherings.

- Catanger Llamas

 

Camp fire in the ground and a rainbow in sight in Northamptonshire.
Campfire at Catanger Llamas   

www.llamatrekking.co.uk

Accommodation. Camping space. Trekking.

Address: Wappenham Road, Weedon Lois, Towcester, Northants, NN12 8FN

Telephone: 07875 136119

E-mailsarah@llamatrekking.co.uk

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The Little Stable

A former stable and tack room has been charmingly restored into a fully fitted countryside retreat. The cosy cabin has been meticulously renovated using recycled and handcrafted materials.

 

The Little Stable main entrance sign.

The Little Stable

 

The cabin strikes a balance between high end luxury and rustic charm…

 

 Enter via the higgledy piggledy pallet wood fence and reclaimed front door into a ‘tardis- like’ home. The living area has a kitchenette with stylish designer hammered copper sink and colourful hand painted Talevera tiles. There’s oak flooring throughout, reclaimed pallet wood walls and a quirky feature wall utilising wood slice rounds. A comfortable plush velvet sofa with footstool, upcycled bookcase and stylish industrial radiators complete the living room. Full length handmade British wool tweed curtains frame the French doors, which open up onto an extensive outdoor seating area. The stable sits within a grass meadow and is framed on one side by a majestic 300 year old oak tree home to a pair of Barn Owls, which have successfully bred 11 chicks over the last 3 years. Sit out on the patio with a glass of wine or toast marshmallows on the fire pit while spotting Red Kites, your neighbouring Barn Owls, Kestrels and more.

 

To the rear of the property there’s a Scandinavian style ‘built- in’ king size cabin bed complete with luxury pocket sprung mattress, cashmere headboard and handmade patchwork quilt. Adjacent to the bedroom area is an en-suite shower room with teal tumbling blocks tile wall.

 

There are many horse themed, rustic and unique handcrafted items throughout but with an equal amount of luxury such as private parking, central heating, Egyptian cotton bedding, dimmable spot lights, convenient USB plug points, 4K flatscreen TV and if you don’t want to disconnect from modern life entirely there’s excellent free Wifi too.

-The Little Stable

 

www.thelittlestable.co.uk

Accommodation.

Address: The Little Stable at Laundimer House, Bears Lane, Weldon, Northants, NN17 3LH

Telephone: 07841 385 221

E-mail: thelittlestablenorthants@gmail.com

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    Walltree House

    Ornamented breakfast room

    Walltree House breakfast room

     

    Walltree House is a beautiful stone farmhouse close to many attractions and locations around Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire and The Cotswolds like walking, gliding, paintballing or just relaxing in the countryside.

    www.walltreehouse.co.uk

    Accommodation. Camping available.

    LocationBrackley, Northants

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    Love2yurt

    Love2yurt offers five themed yurts, each one has a fully equipped kitchen, well appointed washroom, wood burner, indoor and outdoor seating, fire bowl and outdoor lighting.

    www.love2yurt.co.uk

    Accommodation.

    Location: Farthinghoe Northants

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    Country Bumpkin Yurts 

    Glamping tent

    Nutkin Yurt at Country Bumpkin Yurts

    Country Bumpkin Yurts will make you feel like being at home. It offers self-catering accommodation. Provides communal kitchen and hot tub. Each yurt has it own log burner and solar power.

    https://www.countrybumpkinyurts.co.uk/

    Accommodation.

    Location: Market Harborough

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    Parkfield Barns

    Self-catered accommodation overseeing the beautiful farmland. Located in the north of Buckinghamshire near the borders with Oxfordshire and Northamptonshire, only 2 miles to the Silverstone circuit main entrance.

    www.parkfieldsbarns.co.uk

    Accommodation.

    Location: Stowe, Buckingham

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    Ewe Glamping

    Woman in a copper bathtub with a wine glass in hand

    Ewe Glamping luxury shepherd's hut

     

    “The perfect couples retreat to relax and recharge”. The cosy glamping hut is fully equipped and offers magnificent views to the historic Grand Union Bottom Lock in Braunston. Ideal for a summer or winter staycation. Pet friendly.

    https://www.eweglamping.uk

    Accommodation.

    Location: Braunston, Northants

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    Rural Relaxing

    Offers 6 glamping units and there’s space to bring your own tent or caravan. Shower and toilet facilities available and a coffee hut on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

    https://www.ruralrelaxing.co.uk/

    Accommodation.

    Location: Market Harborough, Leicestershire

     

    Vineyard and Canvas

    Glamping tent

    Vineyard & Canva luxurious canopy

     

    There are 7 fully equipped canopies which boasts luxuriously styled interiors for a truly glamping experience. Close to leisure and cultural sites such as Rutland Water and Rockingham Castle.

    www.vineyardandcanvas.com

    Accommodation.

    Location: Uppingham, Rutland

      

    Grendon Lakes

    The ultimate Northamptonshire countryside retreat. Grendon Lakes boast of excellent outdoors activities such as fishing, paintballing, and water sports. Offers a wide camping space with electric hook up, toilets and shower facilities. Opening hours for the lakeside clubhouse may vary, so check always check before travelling. Glamping yurts also available. Indoor and outdoor wedding receptions can also be held in this magnificent place.

    www.grendonlakes.co.uk

    Accommodation. Campsite. Outdoor Sports. Weddings.

    Location: Grendon Lakes, Northants

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    The Orchard at Stowe

    Small kitchen in a camping hut

    The Orchard at Stowe breakfast/kitchen area

     

    Relax in the self-contained, adult-only, fully fitted shepherd’s hut in the middle of the Northamptonshire countryside.

    www.theorchardatstowe.co.uk

    Accommodation. 

    Location: Church Stowe, Northants

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    Whittlebury Park

    Set in the beautiful countryside, Whittlebury Park is a four stars hotel. It has a spa, golf club and can accommodate weddings (and other events). It has over 5000 camping plots and is a Platinum Award Standard in Silverstone's Campsite Ratings. This campsite is one of the closest to the F1 Silverstone circuit, so make sure to book in advance.

    www.whittlebury.com

    Accommodation. Campsite. Outdoor Sports. Weddings.

    Location: Towcester, Northamptonshire

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    Buttercup Meadows

    Buttercup Meadows signage

     

    Adults only off grid caravan park. Closed to different attractions. The service point provides fresh water, wastewater disposal and toilet waste emptying facilities. Spend a few nights off grid in this place to fully relax and recharge.

    www.buttercup-meadows.co.uk

    Campsite.

    Location: Situated on the borders of Northamptonshire and Leicestershire

     

    Windmill Farm Camping

    Windmill Farm boasts a Gold Award Standard in Silverstone's Campsite Ratings. You can bring your own tent or save the hard work and hire a pre-pitched ‘pad’. The campsite offers electric hook ups, shower and toilets, chemical waste disposal, mains drinking water, catering van, licenced bar and more!

    The Formula 1 circuit is only a 15-minute walk across the campsite. Make sure to book well in advance to be able to camp during the Grand Prix.

    www.windmillfarmcamping.co.uk

    Campsite. Accommodation.

    Location: Silverstone, Northants

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    Fothering Castle Field

    Fotheringhay Castle Field, English Countryside

     

    Northamptonshire, with its captivating landscapes and abundant recreational opportunities, is a haven for camping, caravanning, motorhome, and glamping enthusiasts.

     

    Whether you prefer pitching a tent under the starry skies or indulging in the comforts of glamping, the campsites and glamping sites around Northamptonshire (and beyond) offer something for everyone.

     

    From lakeside retreats to woodland escapes, each site provides a unique experience that will leave you refreshed and rejuvenated. So, pack your bags, embrace the beauty of nature, and embark on an unforgettable adventure in Northampton, UK.

     

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