Wigwam Holidays Charnwood Forest
Wigwam Holidays Charnwood Forest
4.93 /5
Easily accessed from the M1 motorway and yet surrounded by forest and countryside, Wigwam Holidays Charnwood Forest is perfect for families and couples who love the outdoors. Each ensuite glamping pod also has a fire pit, great for nights of roasting marshmallows. You will have direct access to 200 square miles of forest for biking and walking - and don't miss pampering yourself in the delightful hot tubs!
Runner up of Best Glamping Site East Midlands in our 2023 Camping and Glamping Awards
A short walk to Bradgate Deer Park with great views at the Old John Tower
Ensuite glamping pods in tranquil surroundings, with optional private hot tubs
Miles of footpaths and cycle routes through nearby Charnwood Forest
About Wigwam Holidays Charnwood Forest
This peaceful glampsite sits beside a small pond and is ringed by an attractive tree plantation. It's an ideal place to switch off and fully recharge in nature, yet a mere five minutes from the M1 or 20 minutes in the car from buzzing Leicester. Each of the six ensuite Wigwam pods has its own self-contained toilet and shower, along with a handy kitchenette area with all you need to make a light meal (sink, microwave, hob, fridge and kettle), and a table and chairs so that everyone can eat together as a family. Outside you'll find a fire pit where you can cosy up as the sun goes down. For an extra bit of luxury, why not book a pod with a hot tub, perfect for nights under the stars! A maximum of two dogs are welcome to join you in the pet friendly pod, just please ensure they remain on the lead. Campfires and BBQs are welcome in the provided fire pits, but must stay off the grass.
Wigwam Holidays Charnwood Forest is open from 01/04 to 30/11.
Facilities are ensuite and self contained within the glamping pods. There's no WiFi but the site does get good 4G signal. There are also electric vehicle chargers on the site.
The Fieldhead Pub is an easy 15 minute walk from site and is great for dinner. A five minute drive away are a couple of local food shops in Markfield.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 7 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
Ensuite Deluxe Wigwam Pod with Hot Tub (Pet Free)
Max 4 people
Complete with a double bed and double sofa bed, an ensuite with a shower and toilet and a well stocked kitchen area. Outside is your decking with BBQ and hot tub. Bedding not included. Sorry, no pets.
4 x Ensuite Deluxe Wigwam Pods (Pet Friendly)
Max 4 people
Complete with a double bed and double sofa bed, an ensuite with a shower and toilet and a well stocked kitchen area. Outside is your decking with BBQ. Bedding not included. Pets welcome.
2 x Ensuite Deluxe Wigwam Pods with Hot Tub (Pet Friendly)
Max 4 people
Complete with a double bed and double sofa bed, an ensuite with a shower and toilet and a well stocked kitchen area. Outside is your decking with BBQ and luxurious hot tub. Bedding not included. Pets welcome.
4.93 /5
100%
would recommend
A lovely stay
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Amy C
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My family loved staying here. When glamping in May, the hot tub was a highlighting feature. It rained, a lot, and we were still able to enjoy our time outside in the hot tub. Two things to note. First, the campsite is completely enclosed in by a metal fence. Considering it is Charnwood "forest", that really detracted from exploration. There is a walking path further up the road, I believe it should be featured as an option to go explore (it may have been mentioned in the welcome binder, but I did not see it). Second, the A50 is loud, much louder than I would have expected. When you are camping, and all around you is quiet save the birds, squirrels and insects - the highway is a constant buzz in the background. Other than that, this location is fabulous, the hot tub is a welcome luxury and the pods are incredibly clean and well kept. It is peaceful and very comfortable. Definitely the full "glamping" experience. Nearby Bradgate Park is an absolute must to visit. Newtown Linford is one of the most beautiful, charming little hamlets I have seen. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. I recommend bringing a proper knife to cut and prepare food. There is provided cutlery and grilling utensils, but no knife. Slicing an onion was its own adventure.
Fantastic Stay!
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Jacob S
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Our stay was fantastic! Clare was really accommodating & super helpful with showing us around & how the log burner for the hot tub worked. Great facilities & really spacious cabin, and the camp fire was a lovely way to spend the evening! Great location with fab pubs in the close vicinity, we drove so were able to go further afield but seemed to be a lot within walking distance too. Really peaceful surroundings.
Site's response
Thank you for your 5 Star review. we're so glad you had a great time here. exploring the grear area and relaxing around the firepit. Hopefully you'll return for another treat. Clare & Steve
Perfect couples getaway
Recommends site
Mia B
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Me and my partner had a really lovely time here. The owners of the site were so lovely, made us feel welcome and were always available to help. It's a really intimate and romantic site that's near a village (Bradgate) which is beautiful, with the national park, and the village has some excellent food available. Definitely would go again!
Site's response
Thank you for your lovely review. We're so pleased you had a great time on site and exploring the beautiful surrounding area, tearooms and pubs. Looking forward to welcoming you back here again. Clare & Steve.
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Things to do on site and in the Markfield area
Bradgate Park (15 minutes) offers more than 800 acres of beautiful parkland - with resident deer - close by and there's lots to tempt history buffs too. The site owners' own cottage was part of the Bradgate Estate and the estate was the birthplace of Lady Jane Grey - famously on the throne for just nine short days.
Leicester (20 minutes) is ideal for a day out, with lots of history and a fascinating royal connection - find out all about it at the King Richard III Visitor Centre. Maybe visit Abbey Park adjacent to the City Centre, relax on the green space or hire a rowing or pedalo boat and explore the boating lake.
Other great places to discover include:
- Beacon Hill Country Park (10 minutes)
- Thornton Reservoir (10 minutes)
- Swithland Woods and Reservoir (15 minutes)
- Tropical Birdland (15 minutes)
- National Space Centre (20 minutes)
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