Fox's Furrow
Fox's Furrow
4.73 /5
Peaceful rural setting on a rolling hillside field, Fox's Furrow is nestled into the stunning Leicestershire countryside. Back to basics camping with grass tent pitches and gravel campervan and motorhome pitches for tourers. The site has a natural feel and is surrounded by a tree belt which is thriving with local wildlife.
Peaceful rural setting which is a haven for wildlife
Quirky site with a fun design and modern facilities
Situated just 25 minutes from Leicester city centre and the National Space Centre
About Fox's Furrow
If you're looking for a relaxing getaway within easy reach of Leicester city centre, this peaceful hideaway could be a perfect choice. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and with stunning garden views, it's a wonderful spot to simply sit back and watch the world go by. Just a short walk across the fields into the quaint village of Houghton on Hill where you can find several amenities including a village shop, a pharmacy, a fish and chip shop and two local pubs. Ideal for walkers and people who want to go on scenic bike rides. The site is located a mile from National Cycle Route 63. Access into the city centre is also easy via a bus from Houghton on the Hill or Uber/taxi. Ample parking on site. Four-legged friends are also welcome.
Fox's Furrow is open from 15/03 to 31/10.
Facilities include a separate toilet and shower block. WiFi is also available. There is a chemical waste disposal but please note that only green/no chemicals are accepted as there is a sewage treatment tank. Please note, there is no disability access onsite.
There are two pubs a 25 minute walk away - The Rose and Crown Houghton and Old Black Horse Inn - both in Houghton. There is a scenic walk across the fields to the pubs. There is also a small Co-op and fish and chip shop in Houghton.
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 19 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
10 x Non-Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches without electric suitable for tents only. Units longer than 10 metres are not allowed.
8 x Electric Gravel Touring Pitches
Max 6 people
Hardstanding motorhome pitches with 6 amp electric hook-up. Suitable for campervans and motorhomes. Units longer than 7 metres are not allowed.
Other accommodation
Coplow Glamping Pod with Hot Tub
Max 4 people
This eclectic glamping pod is full to the brim with quirky decor. There is a double bed, comfy sofa and well equipped kitchen space, as well as an ensuite. The pod also has a private wood fired hot tub for the ultimate relaxation experience.
4.73 /5
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Melanie M
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I was pleasantly surprised by the intimacy and peacefulness of this site. The attention to detail is staggering. It reminded me of staying in a good Airbnb, but outdoors. Small details like the night time fairly lights on the entrance lane, the outstanding dishwashing facilities and the powerful full sized showers. Everything is so well designed and thought out. The hosts text you on arrival with the details and are ready to help at any time. I stayed an extra night on impulse as it was so good. I can't recommend it highly enough. The site is on a slope but they provide XL chocks for you to borrow if yours are not sufficient.
Lovely little site in a quiet spot
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Jillian L
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Lovely little site. Nice shower block but it needs cleaning every day when there are many users. We arrived to them cleaning it on Friday and it was excellent. Hot water at no extra cost, but that was the last time it was cleaned and we left Sunday mid-morning. The owners kept in touch by text and were very helpful, but a warden on-site would have been nice.
A very pleasant weekend
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Marc S
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Nice little site just off the A47, very quiet and picturesque. Superb facilities and washing up area, plus the best showers I've used in years - a nice rustic, eco feel. Good, clear communications via text/phone from the owners. The site is on a slope, with a gravel track leading to 5 mainly level gravel bays, there are wooden chicks available to use to level up if need be. The gravel needs to be a little more compacted to get better grip, as it took a bit of effort to get up the gravel track, quite steep in places. More use over the summer will no doubt improve traction. Don't let that put you off though, it's a really cracking, individual and well considered site with great walks on the doorstep and a good pub at Houghton on the Hill.
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Things to do on site and in the Houghton on the Hill area
If you're looking for a day of shopping or cafe hopping, Leicester city centre is just a 25 minute drive from the site. Here you will also find wonderful museums including the Leicester Museum and Art Gallery, along with the National Space Centre for budding astronauts.
Rutland Water Nature Reserve is also just a 30 minute drive away. Keen birdwatches will be in their element as the beautiful wetlands are home to hundreds of species of birds, including Ospreys.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Abbey Pumping Station Museum (20 minutes)
- Brocks Hill Country Park (20 minutes)
- The Newarke Houses Museum (25 minutes)
- Foxton Canal Museum (25 minutes)
- Stonehurst Family Farm and Motor Museum (30 minutes)
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