The morning mist lifts off the fields and you hear nothing but birdsong and the distant clatter of a farm gate closing.
This is proper low-key camping for those who want space without fuss — tent pegs in grass, a campervan tucked in for the night, or a caravan settled for a few days exploring the surrounding countryside. Dog owners should ask ahead, and it's the sort of place where you might be able to light a fire if you check when you arrive. Anglers will be pleased to know Little John Lakes is just down the road, close enough for an early start or a lazy afternoon by the water.
Facilities aren't listed in detail, so it's worth asking what's available when you book — this feels like the kind of spot where simplicity is the point. Expect a quiet, back-to-basics vibe where the landscape does the talking and you're left to get on with your own kind of camping. Pack what you need, ask the right questions, and you'll have exactly the sort of trip you came for.
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Local walks within 10 km
Fisheries within 10 km
- Little John Lakes3.32 kmManaged fishery
- Sherwood Forest Fishery10.6 kmManaged fishery
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This site is properly off-grid — no shops, pubs, cafes or services within 5 km on our records. Pack a flask, a stove and your favourite supper. That's half the magic.
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