BEDFORDSHIRE BUCKINGHAMSHIRE CAMBRIDGESHIRE CORNWALL DERBYSHIRE DEVON DORSET ESSEX GLOUCESTERSHIRE HAMPSHIRE ISLE OF WIGHT HERTFORDSHIRE KENT LEICESTERSHIRE NORFOLK NORTHAMPTONSHIRE NOTTINGHAMSHIRE OXFORDSHIRE RUTLAND SOMERSET SUFFOLK SUSSEX WARWICKSHIRE WEST MIDLANDS WILTSHIRE WORCESTERSHIRE

HAMPSHIRE

Summerdown Estate, Basingstoke

Glamping doesn’t come much fresher – or fragrant – than this. Newly opened by ‘The Peppermint People’, B-corp-certified specialty mint growers at the Summerdown estate in the peaceful Hampshire downlands near Basingstoke, are four pretty shepherds huts. Idyllically located in wildflower meadows they’re surrounded by glorious views and wildlife, including a resident barn owl and peacock.

Gambledown Farm, Sherfield English

Safari tent Gambledown Farm glamping Hampshire

Prefer to glamp under canvas? These three-bedroom dog and family-friendly African-style safari tents have plenty of space – and creature comforts. Located on a farm in prime Hampshire countryside near Romsey and the New Forest with views over the Test Valley and the Salisbury plains, there’s a wood-burning stove and kitchen to cook-up farm-fresh eggs, sausages, steaks and burgers and pizza nights during high season.

Cholderton Estate, Cholderton, Sailsbury

Cholderton estate glamping shepherds hut Hampshire Stonehenge accomodation wood-fired hot tub

Right on the Wiltshire border, this fully-organic 2,500-acre working estate a short drive from the UNESCO World Heritage Stonehenge is a truly magical off-grid glamping location. Sitting prettily in a wildflower meadow with heating and log-fired hot tubs, Cholderton has a cosy, heated shepherd’s hut for couples and a comfy, family-friendly cabin built from reclaimed materials.

OXFORDSHIRE

Campfires & Stars, near Banbury

Tucked at the edge of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, Campfires & Stars is a family-run glamping spot that’s perfect for parties. You can opt for a rustic-style barn with a kitchen bar (G&T, anyone?), go wild with the safari bell tent with an ensuite, or keep it vintage with a restored 1920s Showman’s Wagon. Fully solar-powered with hot showers, flushing toilets, and electric cooking, the space holds up to 46 guests (great for any big bash you have planned).

Drovers’ Hill, Stonor Park

Sitting pretty in Stonor Valley, with all its sweeping views and adorable deer sightings, these luxury shepherd huts offer the perfect taste of nature without getting your paws dirty. Choose between two options with stylish kitchens (and dishwashers!), wood-burning stoves, four poster beds and high-pressure showers – and for a cherry on top, a Nespresso machine. Each sleeps up to four, with your own log burner for the winter, or a firepit and BBQ for summer staycations.

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Shillingridge Glamping, Marlow

If luxury is non-negotiable (hello, lady of leisure), how’s a roll-top bath, a fully stocked kitchen, and knockout views of the Chiltern Hills? Set on a 30-acre smallholding in Marlow, these safari lodges boast double and twin bedrooms with extra-plush pillows and duvets, hotel-grade bathrooms, and even a snug living area if you’re after curling up with your summer read. Each lodge sleeps up to six, and you can book out the whole place for a party of twelve. If you can tear yourself away from the deck, which doubles as a prime sunbathing and stargazing spot, try out wild swimming and boating in the Thames or head horse riding through the pretty Bucks woodlands.

ISLE OF WIGHT

Tapnell Farm, Yarmouth

Close to the harbour town and the iconic Needles, this former dairy farm in West Wight is a family and eco-glamping heaven. Take your pick of accomodation, from geodesic domes with ensuite bathroom and kitchens to safari tents with BBQ, comfy sofas and log burning range cooker, family-friendly wood cabins and snug Eco Pods. Perfect for dog-friendly walking holidays and family adventures, guests can make use of the onsite shop for provisions, outdoor pizza oven, gourmet burger restaurant, waterpark and the brilliant farm park.

Glamping the Wight Way, Freshwater

In the middle of an area of outstanding natural beauty with views over the River Yar and countryside, Glamping the Wight Way is a tranquil, eco-consciously built, ‘gently’ off-grid West Wight meadow glamping site in striking distance of restaurants, pubs and beaches at nearby Yarmouth and Freshwater. Four huge three-bedroom raised chalet-style tents each have a kitchen, roll-top bath and flushing loo (hurrah).

CAMBRIDGESHIRE

Fenland Retreats, near Ely

Not sure sleeping under canvas is for you? Then give Fenland Retreats a go. This country escape is a collection of shepherd’s huts and safari lodges on family-owned Willow Grange Farm (also a wedding venue) near Ely. You can put aside any camping concerns because this is luxury glamping. That means you’re going to be warm, comfortable and sleep like a baby in a proper double bed. What’s more you’ll have a wood burner, electricity, a kitchen area, private hot shower and flushing toilet. But if you want to immerse yourself in the great outdoors, you can toast marshmallows and cook over the fire pit or relax in the al fresco tub while you enjoy unspoiled views over the farm’s fields.

Guilden Gate Smallholding, Bassingbourn

Choose from two idyllic glamping sites – The Coppice Woodland or The Secret Garden – at this eco smallholding in South Cambs. We love the idea of sleeping in the converted 1973 VW Camper van with its full size double bed, although there’s also a woodman’s yurt, and an earth sheltered cabin. It’s all the well-thought out amenities that make this such a special place to stay – fire pits, outdoor covered kitchens, hot tubs, hammocks and swing pods, solar showers and meditation spaces. It’s super sustainable and has amazing eco credentials too, so you can be at one with nature knowing your holiday isn’t destroying it.

BEDFORDSHIRE

The Meadows at Polehanger, Shefford

Two time Muddy Award winner for Best Boutique Stay, this glamping site on a family farm in rural Bedfordshire features four verrrry comfortable cabins (ok, ok, it’s not canvas, but it’s not bricks and mortar so we’re calling it glamping!) which each sleep up to 6 people. They come with comfy beds and sofas, bijou kitchenettes, a private decking and garden area, firepits, two even have hot tubs – now you’re talking! – and (whisper it so the diehard campers don’t hear you) heating, making them a year-round option. Plus, you can add on all sorts of little extras to make your stay extra lovely, from pre-ordered breakfast box, packed with pastries or local bacon and eggs, to BBQ boxes (veggie options available)and firepit pack with logs, marshmallow forks and Smore-making ingredients! Or treat yourself to an in-cabin massage. This is classy camping.

Re:treat Glamping, Pulloxhill

Family sitting outside a safari tent in the countryside retreat glamping

The perfect off-grid getaway: A souped-up safari tent that sleeps 7, on its own private deck within the grounds of a 22-acre smallholding. Bedding, blankets and hot water bottles are all included, as are towels and toiletries so no need to pack them. There’s a fully equipped kitchen stocked with storecupboard essentials (including locally ground coffee!), a solar-powered fridge and woodburning stove to cook on (you can pre-order home-cooked meals and BBQ packs if you don’t fancy bringing it all with you). The kids will enjoy raiding the outdoor chest for garden games and whizzing round on the toy tractor and go-kart, while you book a reflexology or yoga sesh and send the hubs out fishing!

HERTFORDSHIRE

The Croft Farm Escape, Great Gaddesdon

This collection of unique and eco-conscious woodland accommodation, built using repurposed construction materials on a festival site, is packed with character and quirky touches both inside and out. There’s The Jumble, a former DJ booth, with its converted horse-trailer bathroom; The Studio (pictured) – a luxe boho bolthole with four-poster canopy beds, Netflix and a standalone kitchen-diner. And now a brand new barn conversion, The Cow Shed, for those who prefer a more substantial roof over their heads. And to embrace the full festival-style vibes, book yourself in for a retreat, massage or some sound healing, and hire the sauna and ice bath for your stay.

North Hill Farm, Chorleywood

Owl's lookout quirky glamping accommodation North hill farm — Owl’s Lookout

This lovely family run farm in the Chess Valley has some seriously quirky glamping lodges, which will make the kids (and big kids!) squeal with delight. You’ll have a hoot at the Owl’s Lookout, which has a hot tub, sauna and, um… slide! Then there’s the creatively designed Bee Hive, retro themed Dinky Disc, self-contained Sheep’s Retreat, the Squirrel Run tree house (accessed by a suspension bridge!) and Hagrid-style Hut, plus Stag Lodges, (a separate enterprise on the same site, run by Rebecca who grew up on the farm), which are super stylish hand-crafted cabins with en suites and plenty of space.

SUFFOLK

Secret Meadows, Hasketon

If the words tent pegs, sleeping bags and cooking on a camp fire give you the shivers, but you still want to enjoy the best of the beautiful Suffolk countryside on your holiday then Secret Meadows is the place for you. This award-winning holiday destination takes glamping to a whole new level, with a selection of safari tents, converted horse boxes and shepherd huts that are kitted out with everything from butler sinks and built in ovens to full dining tables and even two floors! It’s not all about the amazing interiors though – the views over 100 acres of nature reserve by the Suffolk coast are sublime, plus there are hot tubs, private hen coops and outdoor activities galore. Now that’s what we call GLAMping.

Kingfishers, Cretingham

Plenty of options for all types of happy glampers at this secluded site near Woodbridge. The former 122 acre golf course is in the process of being reclaimed by nature, so you’ll see wildlife in every direction. You can pitch your own if you’re that way inclined, but why would you when there are luxe log cabins, beautiful bell tents and even a unique under-mound earth-sheltered house, The Nest, that looks straight out of Tolkien’s Hobbiton.

RUTLAND

In the Stix, Rutland

This cool 5-star glamping venture was started up by husband and wife team, Alex Cowie and Darren Blackwell a few years ago. Here it’s all about getting back to nature so turn off your gadgets, tune into the great outdoors and get back to nature in this remarkable location. Set in the heart of Rutland, it offers accommodation in unusual and unique spherical domes which give a fun, new twist to the idea of glamping. Six spacious domes are dotted around the campsite and have been designed with a little luxury in mind – think plush chesterfield sofas, king or super king size beds, en-suite bathrooms and private wood fired hot tubs. Each dome can accommodate between 4-6 people (plus a cot) and come with a mezzanine level – great if you need the extra space. You can also find four fully-equipped private field kitchens which come with a gas hob and an impressive wood fired oven (perfect for pizza-making) and other little surprises.

LEICESTERSHIRE

Dandelion Hideaway, Leicestershire

Deep in the rolling Leicestershire countryside, this pretty glamping spot on Osbaston Farm really pulls out all the stops. Stay in one of their six canvas cottages and curl up with a book on the Chesterfield sofa or relax in the rocking chair – there’s also a large wood burning fire, a farmhouse kitchen and more faded florals, checks and stripes than you can shake a stick at. Get up close and personal with the goats, ponies, chickens and ducks on the farm and when night falls, socialise with your neighbours in the outdoor area and rustle up dinner in the pizza oven. Each cottage sleeps six, so perfect for a large family. Seriously, when can we check in?

CORNWALL

The Birdbox, St Neot, Nr Liskeard

Re-awaken your connection to nature with a stay at this scandi-chic, rustic cabin. Settled in a private eden full of spectacular flora that blooms from spring onwards, the rambling garden provides the most peaceful utopia for a relaxing getaway. The cabin sleeps two and has a charming outside bath, plus fire pit and wood-burner. The Bird Box is nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where the dawn chorus is quite simply breath-taking. Dog-friendly. Bookable through Unique Hideaways.

Tinker, Nr Bude

Tinker near Bude bookable via Cornish Secrets Cornwall UK

In the depths of coastal Cornwall near Bude, Tinker joins two enchanting showman’s wagons with a 17th century underground bothy via a secret passageway. The living area and fully-equipped kitchen is housed in the bothy, which links seamlessly with the two wagons that house the bedroom and bathroom, complete with freestanding bath. Frequented by honeymooners and those after privacy, this spellbinding sanctuary has everything you need for an idyllic retreat: private two-person hot tub, fairy-tale-like meadow garden with sundowner and fire pit. Guests must be aged over 12 years. Bookable through Cornish Secrets.

DEVON

Blatchford Briar, Milton Abbot

This luxe collection of three stylish shepherd’s huts have more than just their own private wood-fired hot tubs and cosy log burners to recommend them. Herre scooped Best Boutique Stay in the Muddy Awards 2022, so you can be sure this bucolic retreat is a good ‘un. Think romance, a rural de-frazzler, where you can put up the do-not-disturb sign and enjoy uninterrupted views of idyllic Devon countryside, dark skies and each other.

Lower Keats Glamping, Tytherleigh

Fancy the Great Outdoors without the camping? We hear you. Check out these six safari tents, designed with all the luxuries of a boutique hotel, including hot power showers on demand and your own toilet. Plus, it just became even more appealing with the installation of bookable off-grid wood-fired hot tubs where you can relax in the ambience of woodsmoke and warm water. There’s nothing quite like basking in a steamy tub and looking up at their starry night sky.

The Orchard Retreat, Cheriton Fitzpaine

Not only is Orchard Retreat easy on the eye, with its flowery meadows and far-reaching views across Devon fields, it’s been brilliantly planned to create the perfect yurt feng shui. Just the three, nicely spaced yurts positioned so the eating areas don’t overlook each other. Plus, there’s a fabulous roofless couples’ bathtub for bathing under the trees and stars. I love it so much I’ve been twice, and the second time booked all the yurts for my nearest and dearest. The perfect place for family bonding and defrazzling.

ESSEX

Dairymeade Farm Glamping, Dunmow

This working farm in north Essex has two carp lakes and one smaller match lake for fishing. Situated near the market town of Great Dunmow, the 27 acre site is surrounded by endless footpaths and stunning views. Glamping-wise, there’s three bell tents to choose from; all sleeping up to four and with different bed options (one’s even dog friendly). Each pitch has its own fire pit/BBQ, and the site supplies bowls, cups and cutlery along with a selection of utensils. Be sure to book in to feed, walk and brush the goats Pickles, Thor, Gus and Walter!

Woodchests Glamping, Pebmarsh

A two acre site close to the Essex/Suffolk border, Woodchests Glamping gives you the option of two tent styles. Located next to mature woodland between their farm and 19 acre fishing lake, the wood-framed safari tents are suited for six and have a kingsize bedroom, bunk bedroom and snug raised double cabin bed with space below for storage or a great den. You also get to enjoy your own private hot shower, basin and flushing toilet. Plus, if you’ve older kids that fancy their own space, you can also hire an unfurnished bell tent suitable for two.

SUSSEX

Garden House Sussex, Fittleworth, West Sussex

Fancy luxe glamping in the heart of the South Downs National Park? Of course you do! Here you have a trio of ‘venues’ to choose from… There’s a sumptuous Mongolian Yurt with all the luxuries you deserve a desire. As well as a romantic shepherds hut (leave the kids at home) hidden in a glade. Or go for the beautiful bell tent in historic private woodland (or you can cheat and stay in their luxury cottage with all mod-cons and Grade II listed garden!) We won’t tell anyone. Read our review.

Dogwood Glamping, Brede, East Sussex

Perfectly petite and positioned close to Rye, Battle and Hastings for trips to the beach, this secluded site has it all. It’s organic and sustainable where possible, but there’s still hot showers and toilets – phew! Brede is a pretty East Sussex village with two pubs, both dog-friendly, and mod cons await in nearby Hastings for the times you want a few creature comforts. Choose from a yurt, a cabin or a bell tent. Each cosy abode is bursting with luxury facilities like wood-burning stoves, jute carpet, a meditation deck and even a writing desk! We’re particularly keen on the bell tent, surrounded by its own private woodland.

KENT

Fallow Fields Camping, Sandwich & Dymchurch

Fallow Fields Camping and glamping kids playing

With activities for the kids – and yoga, plus a Gin & Fizz Bar for the adults – heading to one of the Fallow Fields sites makes for a memorable family break. Whether you choose the glamping experience, complete with fully-furnished bell tent, or prefer to pitch your own, this makes the perfect place to gather the gang, escape the daily grind and enjoy the best of the Kent coastline. There’s two sites: Selson Farm and Lathe Barn which offer all the wonders of the great outdoors but with no compromise on modern comforts. Plus, with a car-free policy and ‘quiet sites’ from 10.30pm, you can enjoy a peaceful, stress-free time together.

Elmley Nature Reserve, Isle of Sheppey

Elmley Nature Reserve is one of our favourite destinations in Kent to completely switch off from life. It’s the only National Nature Reserve in England where you can spend the night and they have a wealth of luxurious sleeping options to help you do just that. From shepherds huts to beautiful, roomy bell tents (pictured) there’s something to suit everyone. Plus glampers enjoy a well-equipped camp kitchen and you can dine in Kingshill Barn, the on-site evening dining venue. Each tent has its own private fire pit and there are beautiful VERDEN products for guests to use. Sleep in comfort in a double bed and wake up to the wilderness in this unique setting. Perfect for families, friends or couples.

Woolton Farm, near Canterbury

Like cider? Experience this glamping experience with a difference! Visit Woolton Farm, near Canterbury, home of Kentish Pip and their fabulous range of award-winning, distinctive East of England ciders. Visit the shop, stroll around the cider garden, sit and drink in the sun, enjoy one of their group tours and tasting experiences – even get some food from the BBQ on weekends. Make a weekend of it and stay in one of their Bell Tents in The Barn Garden. They have 8 bell tents located in the fruit garden, all well-spaced nestled in a row of cobnut trees with views into the fruit garden. Bliss! No need to worry about taxis here (hic).

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

Hideaway Wood Farm, Dodford, near Daventry

This bucolic glamping site, set well off the tourist trail on a family farm in rural Northants, is somewhere to really escape from it all and spend a few nights under canvas in one of just three beautifully kitted out bell tents. Think actual beds (big bonus), cosy bedding and a private bbq area. You also get shared use of hot showers, composting loos, an undercover chill out area (The Hideout) and a communal fire pit. You can also feed the animals, walk the alpacas, collect eggs each morning and the kids can let off steam and build dens in the ancient woodland, paddle in the shallow stream, play table tennis, toast marshmallows around the camp fire and spend time wildlife watching.

The Hobbit House, Dodford

An enchanting and quirky rural retreat bedecked with colourful lanterns and fairy lights, The Hobbit House is a higgledy piggledy, grass-roofed wooden hut, crafted using reclaimed tree-trunks from nearby Fawsley Estate. Cosy rugs, bright furnishings and a huge dollop of charm make this a magical place to escape from reality. There’s comfy beds, a log burner, pizza oven and a separate shower hut, so you’ll have all the home comforts you could need.

GLOUCESTERSHIRE

Campden Yurts, Chipping Campden

Nestled on the outskirts of Chipping Campden, this beautiful boutique glamping site is spot on for couples, families and small groups. Wake up in one of the two, spacious 5.5m yurts – Buttercup or Daisy – to birdsong and fresh air. Each has its own private bathroom so no trudging ankle deep in mud to the nearest loo in the dark. Warm yourself by the woodburner, toast s’mores by firelight, or gaze at the stars from the hammock. There’s a dog friendly fenced paddock, and it’s a perfect base to explore the famous villages and towns of the North Cotswolds.

The Glamping Orchard, Longney

Go glamping in this cool and quirky 1950’s caravan, as seen on George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. The Warwick Knight, sleeps up to 4, or alternatively try Belle, the cosy Bell Tent sleeping up to 5. The caravan also has its own roof terrace with artificial turf and deckchairs for enjoying a large glass of wine as the sun sets over the nearby Forest of Dean. Go for long walks, laze in the hammock, watch the wildlife, explore the nearby orchards and eat around the campfire, you can even take a horse and cart ride down to the local pub.

WORCESTERSHIRE

By The Red Phone Box , Tenbury Wells

If it’s peace and tranquility you seek, a stay at By The Red Phone Box ticks all the boxes. This bijou, campsite features two lovely bell tents (Evelyn & Lillian) and three camping pitches tucked away in a private meadow on a working Worcestershire farm. Nestled in view of Clee Hill on the edge of the Teme Valley the scenery and wildlife here are stunning. One to book if you fancy walking up to birdsong and butterflies with a pretty orchard to explore and fire pits ready for toasting marshmallows of an evening, and we love the washing facilities tucked away in a converted horse box.

SOMERSET

Marston Park, near Frome

Idyllic lakeside glamping, where luxury bell tents come with artists’ materials as well as double beds and woodburners, there’s a spaceship in a glade, a hot tub with spa treatments, a Japanese restaurant, bar, regular DJs, and cool ‘Happenings’ – live music, art exhibitions and more – all year around.

Heather’s Orchard Yurt, Wrantage, near Taunton

Soak up dreamy views over the Somerset Levels, sit round the fire pit and watch the sun go down over the Quantock Hills, and see the stars through the circular window in the roof of your yurt from this magical little spot at the top of an ancient cider orchard. The handmade yurt sleeps two in a comfy double bed, with a separate dining shelter with table, chairs and an outdoor kitchen, private shower tent and eco-friendly camping loo. There’s room for another tent if you want to bring the kids but we say it’s the perfect romantic stay for just you.

DORSET

Loose Reins, Shillingstone

Head to the wild (south) west and make like a pioneer in a cedar wood cabin on the Wessex Ridgeway in the Blackmore Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, north Dorset. Each cosy cabin has a fully-equipped kitchen, king size bed with authentic American quilts, wood burner, bathroom and little touches like old lamps, faux furs and Navajo blankets. Yee-haw!

Walnut Farm, near Bridport

Large yurt, Walnut Farm Glamping, Dorset

Just four miles from buzzy Bridport, the golden cliffs of West Bay and the rest of the Jurassic Coast, Walnut Farm makes a great base for exploring the area. Five luxury yurts – big enough to sleep up to six – are set in individual paddocks surrounded by orchards, and come with a fully equipped kitchen, en-suite bathroom, woodburner, sofas, decking and copper fire bowl. Facilities on site include a tennis court, swimming lake, hot tub and cob pizza oven. Perfick!

NORFOLK

Wild Retreat, Cawston

Inside central bell tent at Wild Retreat in Cawston

With wide views and huge skies, this exclusive-use rustic glamping spot is the place to come and rewild yourself. We love the Out of Africa-esque glamour in the central bell tent, which sleeps up to four, with a private kitchen, shower and loo. There’s also an outdoor seating area with fire pit, so you can admire the sunset with a bottle of vino.

Hankering after a pampering? You’ll also get access to sweet salon Heaven’s Above, where you can enjoy everything from a cheeky eyebrow tint to a stress-busting massage. Pure bliss!

Wild Meadow, Raynham Estate

Wake up to the glorious sights and smells of a five-acre wildflower meadow at this pretty glamping site, set within the rolling parkland of the fabulous Raynham Estate (home of a historic stately pile). Each of the eight bespoke yurts (sleeping up to 5) has unique, wow-factor decor, and luxury is the watchword here with super-king-sized beds, squishy blankets, a private wood-burner and BBQ, plus allocated separate loos and showers. Two yurts are ensuite, one has a hot tub and another is dog friendly.

DERBYSHIRE

The Gathering, Edale

With iconic Peak District hikes and wild swimming hotspots a stone’s throw away, this little collection of luxury safari lodges are in a truly gorgeous spot. Dotted along the banks of the Grindsbrook stream in the glorious Edale Valley, the tents overlook heather, moorland and pastures, and are a perfect pick for families looking for a back-to-nature escape. Although the gorgeous surroundings do their best to steal the show, the tents are pretty spectacular with super comfy Hypnos beds, roll top baths and wood-burning stoves. From £685 for a four-night mid-week stay.

Scaldersitch Farm, Hartington

Inside yurt with fairy lights, bed and sheepskin rugs

Set slap bang in the middle of the Peak District, with some of the national park’s best walks on the doorstep, this luxury glamping farm is a stunner. Fairylight-studded yurts and tipis come with a wood-burning stove, sheepskin rugs, teak furniture and your own wood-fired hot tub. Oh, and there are hotel standard communal bathrooms and a beautiful big communal kitchen (complete with flagstone floor and oak work surfaces). The icing on the cake? There’s a choice of pubs, village shops and a farm shop all within a 20-minute stagger. From £375 for two nights.

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE

Odd House Farm, Colston Bassett

Gypsy caravan surrounded by forget-me-nots

Perfectly pretty with oodles of chintzy charm, this Rosa Gypsy caravan ticks the boxes for a romantic rural escape. Tucked away in a peaceful corner in the Vale of Belvoir, there’s a proper double bed (complete with plush duvet and pillows), log burner, kitchen and cute crockery. Costs from £200 for two nights.

Birdholme, Stanton on the Wolds

Does the British weather put you off kipping under canvas? Light up the log burner and enjoy underfloor heating in one of these luxury family safari lodges and go glamping in Robin Hood country instead. Set in 17 acres of woodland and meadows with a pond and stream, you’ll find five fabulous, family-friendly self-catering lodges, with hot tub on the deck, that sleep up to four adults and two children (kids will love the cool mezzanine bedroom). A safari lodge for six costs £750 for four nights in May.

WARWICKSHIRE

Hilltop Hideaways, Leamington Spa

Uninterrupted views of Coventry, Warwick and Leamington Spa from a luxury shepherds hut in its own private field? Don’t mind if we do. The spot at Hilltop Hideaways also comes with its own bathroom, underfloor heating plus all the little luxuries – we’re talking Le Creuset kettle, log burner, super soft king size bed and fresh flowers. There’s a cafe serving great food onsite too and cute rescue animals to fuss.

Tinywood Homes, Southam

Tinywood Homes is perfect if you’re looking for a true rustic glamping experience, complete with wood-fired hot tub. Great for relaxing in after a busy day exploring. There’s also luxury barns if you’re in a big group.

Wotton Park Pods, Wootton Wawen

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If you want to feel away from it all head to Wootton Park Pods where there’s treehouses and glamping pods. There’s also a wellness retreat if you really want to zen out. And breathe…..

WEST MIDLANDS

Walcot Hall, Shropshire

What’s more luxe than this After the Gold Rush Yurt at Walcot Hall in Shropshire which overlooks a gorgeous pool? This relaxed venue also has a rowing boat if you feel adventurous or kick back on the decking while enjoying a glass of fizz and take in the views. There’s a pub just down the road too, or plenty of space for barbecues.

WILTSHIRE

Stonehenge Campsite and Glamping Pods, Winterbourne Stoke

Did you know you can glamp at Stonehenge? Alright, you might not be under the stones themselves, but you’re within a healing crystal’s throw. This semi-woodland campsite setting has everything from bell tents to buses (seriously, there’s a converted bus), but we’re a big fan of the pretty Shepherd’s Hut above. As well as the obvious nearby attraction, there’s outstanding walking, two well-reviewed local pubs and an excellent farm and village shop.

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