Old College Glamping
North Burlingham, Norwich, Norfolk
Nestled between Norwich and Great Yarmouth, Old College Glamping offers a great location for exploring all of Norfolk. Choose from a luxury adult only glamping pod with a hotel-style interior, or a cosy family friendly bell tent with electric and a fire pit. Everyone can also enjoy access to free WiFi and a communal outdoor kitchen with a pizza oven. Britannia Pier, Great Yarmouth Beach and BeWILDerwood Norfolk are within 20 minutes too!
Why choose Old College Glamping
Runner up of Best Glamping Site East of England in our 2025 Camping and Glamping Awards
Small glamping site with private converted horsebox bathrooms and a shared outdoor kitchen
Perfect location for exploring with great local woodland walks from the site
Within a 20 minute drive of sandy beaches, Norwich, BeWILDerwood and Great Yarmouth!
About the site
This welcoming site can be found settled half way between the beautiful beaches of the East Coast and bustling City of Norwich. This small family friendly site brings cosy, luxurious glamping for everyone to enjoy. The bell tent offers that camping experience that can only be achieved under canvas, but with the luxury of a standard double bed and super comfy pocket sprung mattress. You will find electric lighting and 13 amp sockets, a kettle, toaster, crockery and cutlery too. Great for couples but also for families having two extra futon beds that are ideal for children. There's also the option to add a third ready bed for an extra little one. Adults can also opt for a stay in the glamping pod, complete with heating, a king sized bed, crisp white linen, towels, smart TV, WiFi, a mini fridge and a coffee machine, guests will have everything they need for the perfect getaway. The outdoor kitchen provides the base for your cooking and washing up space, there is a wood-fired pizza oven, a gas hob, fresh drinking water and a sink with endless hot water for washing up. BBQs are available to take back to your pitch and there is a fridge/freezer for guests to use. The owners can provide pizza kits, wood for fire pits, disposable BBQs and charcoal for a small extra charge. The cleverly converted horsebox provides two unique shower rooms, each having large shower cubicles with thermostatic showers, flush toilets and handwash basins. Each unit shall have their own shower room allocated to them. Free WiFi is available with good coverage across the camping area. Sorry, no pets! Guests who book both the pod and the bell tent will have exclusive use of all facilities. Extra tent pitches may be available to parties booking both units with details on request. The site is licensed by the Woodland Champions Club, helping landowners create and manage woodland for the public to enjoy.
Old College Glamping is open from 02/05 to 01/09.
"The kids loved the open space and facilities. Would highly recommend to other families"
Brad E
"The attention to detail was second to none. We would book again in a heartbeat"
Kerry E
Great for everyone
Choose a cosy glamping pod for two or a family size bell tent. Enjoy a top location between Norwich and the coast with walks, cycling and fishing close by!
There are 2 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
Glamping Pod
Max 2 people
This pod is just for couples. King sized bed with crisp bedding, towels, bathrobes and slippers, smart TV, kettle, toaster, coffee machine, fridge and underfloor heating. Outside is a chimenea. Private allocated toilet/shower and a shared kitchen.
Family Bell Tent
Max 5 people
Cosy 5m bell tent including a double bed and 2 folding chair beds. A ready bed can be added for a 3rd child. Bedding, towels, lighting, sockets, kettle, toaster and crockery provided. BBQ and fire pit. Private allocated toilet/shower and a shared kitchen.
Need to know
Frequently asked questions about Old College Glamping
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Site rules
What time can I check in and check out of Old College Glamping?
Check-in is available between 3pm and 8pm, if you are delayed at all just let the site know what time you expect to arrive. Check out is due by 10am on departure day, the site asks that you please leave your accommodation as you found it.
Can I bring my dog to Old College Glamping?
Sorry, Old College Glamping is a dog free site.
Does Old College Glamping allow BBQs and campfires?
BBQs and campfires are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times. The glamping pod comes with a chimenea and the bell tent has a BBQ and a fire pit outside. You will also have access to the shared outdoor kitchen which has a pizza oven. Please note that naked flames are not allowed inside the accommodation units.
Does Old College Glamping allow groups or pitches being booked together?
Groups are welcome to stay at this site.
What is the check-in process at Old College Glamping?
You will be sent further check-in information 2 day(s) before your arrival. When you arrive please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation as there is no reception onsite.
Pitches
Are bedding and towels included at Old College Glamping?
The pod includes crisp white linen, towels, fluffy bath robes and hotel slippers, the bell tent also includes crisp white bed linen and duvets for the double and two single beds, plus fluffy white bath robes and hotel slippers are provided for the adults.
Can I park near my pitch at Old College Glamping? Or Is there parking adjacent to the pitch?
Parking is not permitted by your pod or bell tent, there is a designated car park for all vehicles just a short walk away from the accommodation.
Facilities
Is there a restaurant or cafe at Old College Glamping?
There isn't a restaurant or cafe onsite but the site are happy to recommend and give you the details to book local restaurants.
Is there a swimming pool at Old College Glamping?
There is a swimming pool at Old College Glamping but it is for the exclusive use of guests staying in the Garden Lodge. Glamping guests are not permitted to use the swimming pool, sorry.
Is there WiFi at Old College Glamping?
Yes, there is free WiFi access at Old College Glamping.
Does Old College Glamping have a shop onsite?
There isn't a shop onsite, but there is a Spar in Lingwood for picking up essentials which is a five minute drive away.
Does Old College Glamping have electric vehicle charging?
No, sorry this site does not have EV charging facilities.
What's nearby
What attractions are near Old College Glamping?
Just 20 minutes into the city of Norfolk take a tour round the Cathedral or check out one of the many museums.
Head to the coast, just 15 minutes from Great Yarmouth. A great sandy family friendly beach or explore the Sea Life attraction or the Merrivale Model Village.
For a fun filled family friendly day go over to BeWILDerwood Norfolk, a treehouse adventure play area just a 20 minute drive away.
What are the nearest public transport links to Old College Glamping?
There is a bus stop a 30 minute walk away, or the closest train station is Lingwood which is a half an hour walk or a ten minute drive away.
Other
Can I order my groceries to Old College Glamping?
Yes, of course the site will take the delivery of your online grocery shopping and put it away prior to your arrival!
Can I get any beauty treatments at Old College Glamping?
Yes, the site can book a qualified beauty therapist for massages, manicures and other treatments.
Is there a hot tub at Old College Glamping?
There is a hot tub at Old College Glamping but it is for the exclusive use of guests staying in the Garden Lodge. Glamping guests are not permitted to use the hot tub, sorry.
Does Old College Glamping allow under 18s to stay?
Under 18s can stay as long as they are accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
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