Immersed in nature whilst being a short drive from the Suffolk Heritage coast, The Wildings Elms Meadow is a small site with an eco and nature focus. There are just five grass pitches for tent campers, or if you want something more luxurious, opt for a cosy shepherd's hut perfect for couples or families that want to pitch a tent alongside.
Why you'll love it at The Wildings Elms Meadow
Featured in our 2024 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites
Located five minutes from Beccles and twenty five minutes from Suffolk Heritage Coast
Eco, sustainability focus - immersed amongst nature with rewilded areas and a wildlife pond
Family and dog friendly with the option of camping or glamping
About the site
Hire a boat in Beccles, visit the beaches of Southwold, go crabbing in Walberswick or sit back and relax amongst nature at this wildlife haven. Family and dog friendly, this is a lovely spot to slow down and escape from the everyday.
There are just five grass pitches with optional 10 amp electric hook up for tents only. Each spacious pitch is surrounded by rewilded areas to give privacy and the feeling of being immersed in nature. You'll also be provided with your own picnic bench.
If glamping is more your style, the Bumblebee Glamping Pod is the ideal romantic getaway for two. Inside you will find a cosy double bed, along with a dining table, mini kitchenette, kettle and fridge, with bedding and towels both provided.
There are also two shepherd's huts to choose between, Dragonfly and Foxglove. These are complete with a cosy double bed with all linen and towels provided, a dining table, cooking equipment for use in an outdoor cooking area as well as access to a small, communal kitchenette space with a kettle, microwave, toaster, fridge and freezer.
All glamping units have their own outdoor seating, fire pit and private designated shower/toilet in a nearby shower block.
Up to two people can sleep in the shepherd's hut, but there is space for a travel cot and space outside to pitch a tent for an additional four people.
A maximum of two dogs are allowed for an additional cost, just please ensure they remain on the lead.
Campfires are allowed and you can rent a fire pit on site from the honesty shop along with wood, kindling and other goodies.
"A special campsite! Lots of privacy between the pitches, great facilities and all spotlessly clean"
Leah L
"This is the most awesome place I have ever found. It is so peaceful, so relaxing and so beautiful"
Jackie B
"When I say it's magical I really do mean it"
Lorna H
"From when we arrived we were made to feel very welcome at this beautiful, quiet campsite"
Liz C
"This is a super little family run campsite with all the amenities you need to have a great stay"
Thomas R
The Wildings Elms Meadow is open all year round.
Facilities and amenities
Accessible facilities
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Café / restaurant / takeaway
Drinking water
Family friendly
Shop
Showers
Toilets
W.C. disposal
Electric hookups
Fires allowed
Glamping
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
WiFi
Onsite facilities include six toilets, six showers, washing up, charging facilities, a camp kitchen, WiFi and a small play area. Fire pits are also available to hire onsite.
There's a small honesty shop onsite selling fire supplies and snacks, or alternatively stock up on groceries in Beccles where there's a Lidl, Tesco Extra and Morrisons. For good pub grub, The Wheatacre White Lion is a 45 minute walk away and for a quick drink The Toft Monks White Lion is a 15 minute walk away.
A note from the site themselves...
We are the Connor family, we live in the main house at The Wildings Elms Meadow. We spent much of our early career working full on jobs in London but after losing a close loved one, we decided to pack it all in and brought a campervan.
For six months, we drove through 18 European countries with our 6 month and 3 year old daughters. A kind of cathartic journey where we could process the grief and reassess what was important.
During that journey, we parked up for the night on farmers fields, in woodlands, campsites, beaches and city centre car parks. We were exposed to the most magical places and experiences.
People opened their homes and hearts to us in a way that we didn't expect, exposing us to the beauty of humanity. Over time, we built a dream of setting up a small intimate, camping/glamping site that offers a natural space for people to slow down, reconnect with each other and nature. The Wildings Elms Meadow is us putting that dream into practise!
We are environmentally conscious and this runs through everything we do from recycling facilities, refilled toiletries, rewilded areas. We look forward to meeting you and offering a magical place for you to create your own special memories.
Grass pitches large enough for a 7m x 5m unit, plus extra space, with the option of 10 amp electric hook up. Each pitch comes with its own picnic bench. Suitable for tents and trailer tents only.
I had a lovely 3 night stay here recently.
The accommodation was clean and beautiful with so many thoughtful touches. Annissa was so friendly and kind.
The whole experience was luxurious whilst maintaining the close connection with nature.
Lovely relaxing stay
Recommends site
Cath C
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Shepherd's Hut - Shepherd's HutsSep 2024
Me and Sam had a lovely peaceful stay with our two borders who loved it too. We had some lovely countryside walks and the campsite is kept spotlessly clean.
Brilliant campsite!
Recommends site
Helen W
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Large Tent - Optional Electric Grass PitchesSep 2024
Absolutely loved it! So well thought out, helpful staff, lovely setting and had everything you needed.
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What time is check-in and check out at The Wildings Elms Meadow?
Check-in is from 1pm until 8pm for camping and from 3pm-8pm for glamping. If you are going to be delayed please let the site know. On your last day, departure is due before noon for camping and by 10am for glamping.
Is The Wildings Elms Meadow dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are welcome here! Up to two dogs are permitted to join you, please note that there is an extra charge for bringing dogs. Do note that they should be kept on the lead at all times and not left unattended. Breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa are not permitted.
Does The Wildings Elms Meadow allow BBQs and campfires?
Of course, it's all part of the camping experience - although do ensure they are raised off the ground and open fires are in raised fire pits. Please ensure that you keep a fire pit a minimum of 3m from any structures and ideally on top of the slab provided. The site also asks that you be mindful of wind direction and long grass, and put fires out before bed (watering cans can be found by the shower block). There is a metal bin by the shower block for you to empty ash into. Wood must be purchased onsite.
Does The Wildings Elms Meadow allow group bookings?
The site is aimed at families and couples and therefore the site doesn't accept group bookings - this includes hen and stag parties, sorry.
Is there WiFi at The Wildings Elms Meadow?
Yes, WiFi is available throughout the site so you don't have to disconnect from daily life too much!
Can I bring an awning, gazebo or pup tent with me to The Wildings Elms Meadow?
Yes, one of each may be brought with you for a small extra fee. If you are bringing an awning, gazebo or pup tent please ensure that you add this onto your booking.
Can I park near my pitch at The Wildings Elms Meadow? Or Is there parking adjacent to the pitch?
Parking isn't available by your pitch but there is a car park just a short walk away from the accommodation. Please avoid bringing more than one car and please park considerately as the car park can get busy during certain times of the year.
How does the honesty shop work at The Wildings Elms Meadow?
If you want to hire or purchase anything from the honesty shop, please write down what you have purchased on a form and pin it up on the notice board in the kitchen. You can settle up before you leave, there is an honesty tin and bank details in the communal kitchen, or if you would like to pay by card the site owner can pop over to your pitch with the card reader.
What amp is the electric hook up at The Wildings Elms Meadow?
The grass pitches have an optional 10 amp hook up, to use the electric hook up there is an extra fee on top of the pitch price.
Are bedding and towels included at The Wildings Elms Meadow?
Bedding and towels are provided in both the glamping pod and the shepherd's huts.
Does The Wildings Elms Meadow have a shop onsite?
There is a small honesty shop selling fire supplies and snacks, or for a wider variety of options there is a Lidl and a Morrisons a short drive away.
Is there a restaurant or cafe at The Wildings Elms Meadow?
There isn't a restaurant or cafe onsite but there are two pubs within walking distance.
Can I fish in the pond at The Wildings Elms Meadow?
No, sorry fishing is not permitted in the wildlife pond.
What are the nearest public transport links to The Wildings Elms Meadow?
There is a bus stop less than a ten minute walk from the site, or the closest train station is a five minute drive away.
Does The Wildings Elms Meadow have electric vehicle charging?
No, sorry the site does not have electric vehicle charging facilities.
Does The Wildings Elms Meadow have a quiet time or noise policy?
Yes, quiet hours are between 9pm and 9am.
Things to do on site and in the Toft Monks area
The site is right on the fringes of The Broads National Park, perfect for hiring a boat in Beccles (5 minutes), paddleboarding in Wroxham (40 minutes) or just enjoying the local wildlife.
Southwold, a pretty seaside town, is a 25 minute drive away and has pretty beaches as well as being known for being the home of literary figures such as George Orwell.
Other nearby attractions:
Flint Vineyard (15 minutes)
Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve (15 minutes)
Earsham Wetland Centre (15 minutes)
Ness Point (25 minutes)
Southwold Beach (25 minutes)
Walberswick Beach (25 minutes)
Pleasurewood Hills Family Theme Park (25 minutes)
Norwich city centre (30 minutes)
BeWILDerwood Norfolk (40 minutes)
The listing for The Wildings Elms Meadow was last updated on June 19th, 2025 at 4:17 AM