Wardley Hill Campsite
Wardley Hill Campsite
4.92 /5
Wardley Hill Campsite sits in the Waveney Valley between Beccles and Bungay, near the Norfolk Broads and Suffolk Coast. It's a relaxed campsite promoting a back to basics camping experience. Fires in old washing machine drums are a must as is laying back in the sunshine, or under the stars, listening to the owls and buzzards. If tents aren't your thing try the Tinkers Hut, bell tent,or the unique tree tents!
Relaxed camping and glamping by Suffolk and the Norfolk Broads National Park
Just 20 minutes from sandy Suffolk beaches at Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth
Family friendly site surrounded by countryside, enjoy the stars around a campfire
About Wardley Hill Campsite
Settled in a valley between Beccles and Bungay, this relaxed campsite promotes a back to basics camping experience. There are no marked out pitches, so you can choose to pitch your tent where you like, choosing one of the many secret spaces cut into the long grass or perhaps finding a spot nestled among the trees. Motor vehicles aren't allowed into the camping area, so you can kick back and let the kids run around without fear of them running into an SUV, and you won't be woken in the night by headlights illuminating your tent as Bob and Jill return from the pub. Trolleys are provided for you to transport your equipment. For those of you 'too posh to pitch' or if you just fancy something different, there's the Tinkers Hut which has space to sleep five, with a toasty wood burner and beautifully kitted out interior. Or why not stay in the Touareg bell tent with room for up to two adults and two children. Inside you'll find a double bed and two futons, along with solar lighting and tea/coffee facilities. There's even a tree tent option where you can sleep suspended in the trees! There is also a standard sized shepherd's hut on site and hammock hut. Dogs are welcome in the Tinker Hut.
Camping, touring, the tree tent and the tinkers hut are available from the 29th March to the 14th October. The bell tent is available from 19th July to 30th August.
Back to basics camping with one shower, three composting toilets and a urinal. Fires are allowed as long as they are raised off the ground in sturdy containers. There is a limited supply of old washing machine drums to have fires in, which are available on a first come first served basis. There is also a small book exchange.
The Olive Tree restaurant is a 15 minute walk from site along with a selection of village shops. Within a half hour walk you'll find the Artichoke pub at Bungay.
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 21 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
14 x Grass Tent Pitches
Max 5 people
No marked out pitches, just choose a spot you like. The field is mainly long grass with spaces and paths cut short. Dogs on leads welcome for a fee.
4 x Grass Campervan Pitches
Max 5 people
Unallocated grass pitches without electric. Suitable for campervans no more than 3500kg and roof top tents. Dogs on leads welcome for a fee.
4.92 /5
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Rupert G
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This is one of the best campsites I have stayed on. It feels very close to nature with the long grasses surrounding each pitch and the compostable toilets. Wonderful hot showers. A lovely pocket of (ancient?) woodland at the back. I met a fox when filling water bottles in the morning. Loud hooting owls at night. Great idea of using old washing machine drums for fires. Very helpful owner. The whole experience left me with a calm, positive feeling.
Site's response
Thank you ever so much for taking the time to write this review, Rupert, and we are so glad you appreciate our campsite. Hope to see you again some time.
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Jonathan B
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We found the no car approach revelatory… transporting gear by barrow was easy and the benefits of the campsite retaining its wildness, quietness and safety vastly outstripped the very minor inconvenience of not being able to park next to your tent. All the pitches appeared to be secluded and were surrounded by tall grasses (with their inhabitants audible to those with acute hearing). The toilets and showers took a bit of adjustment at first but worked terrifically and they set the standard for responsible eco-friendly camping. We also formed the impression that any problem would have been dealt with at the drop of a hat. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan to return!
Site's response
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this. Compared to traditional camping/touring parks, we are worlds apart and that is most certainly our intention. Campers come with all sorts of needs and expectations and we are lucky in the UK that there is a wide range of campsites to visit. Some with swimming pools and awning charges, some with Llamas to pet and others with just campfires and stars. Thank you for giving us a go and we are so pleased you wish to return.
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Luke R
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Our sphynx cat approves. First impressions we were taken away with the beauty. A maze of high standing grass and wildflowers surrounded the area with open patches of walkways. Dotted around were fire pits. With the option to by the wood on site. Along with handmade wooden chairs and stools. We were greeted by the owner, Joe. He was friendly and welcomed us to the camp. He gave us recommendations to local pubs and things to do near by. On site there was a handmade library filled with local broachers and games to guide tourists. The toilets were all composable, which is great for the environment. Amazing to see. We travel with our sphynx cat, Apollo and sometimes this can be a challenge with dogs near by. However, this camp had zones for taking your dog off the lead. It also attracted down to earth friendly campers. Overall, Wardley Hill was a breath of fresh air from regular campsites.
Site's response
Thank you so much for this in depth review, we really appreciate it. Glad the three of you had a good time and enjoyed our campsite. I look forward to seeing you again soon.
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Things to do on site and in the Bungay area
Staff are keen not to provide any 'entertainment' on site, with a view that camping is about making your own fun and enjoying the countryside around you.
However, off site you will find great walks and cycling. Nearby there are several pubs and a superb restaurant within walking distance. Elsewhere locally you'll find boat and bike hire and staff can point you in the direction of countless tourist attractions.
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