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Lincolnshire, Central

Hillgate Farm Lodge

— (0)Price on Pitchup52.788°N, 0.153°W
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The gentle rustle of canvas and the distant call of farmland birds welcome you to this working farm site, where wide Lincolnshire skies stretch endlessly above neatly mown pitches. Morning mist often lingers across the surrounding fields, burning off to reveal the gentle, agricultural landscape that defines this quiet corner of Central Lincolnshire.

This is a straightforward, no-frills spot ideal for tourers seeking a peaceful overnight stop or a simple base for exploring the region's market towns and fenland trails. Tent campers, caravanners and motorhomers all find space here on a genuine working farm, where the rhythms of rural life provide the backdrop to your stay.

Facilities are kept practical with clean toilets and showers available on site. The campfire policy requires checking on arrival, so ask when you pitch up. Open throughout the year, Hillgate Farm Lodge offers that increasingly rare thing: an authentic farm camping experience where simplicity and tranquility take centre stage, far from the crowds and glamping pods.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
24°C
Partly cloudy
10 mph
64%
7-Day Outlook
Today
25° / 16°
8%
Fri
28° / 16°
2%
Sat
24° / 16°
16%
Sun
22° / 14°
30%
Mon
21° / 16°
22%
Tue
23° / 15°
20%
Wed
26° / 17°
2%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

4 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Willow Tree Fen Green perimeter route

Loops the edge of Willow Tree Fen nature reserve near Peterborough on mostly flat, wide paths through wet grassland and reedbeds—expect muddy patches after rain. Suitable for families with older children comfortable with longer walks; buggies will struggle on uneven sections. Dogs welcome on leads to protect ground-nesting birds. Worth it for excellent birdwatching (marsh harriers, waders, warblers) and peaceful fenland views away from crowds.

Hiking routeLocal network
6.87 km from campsite

Willow Tree Fen Yellow short route

Meanders through flat fenland terrain on well-maintained paths, ideal for families with buggies and young children who'll enjoy spotting wildlife in this wetland nature reserve. Dogs welcome on leads to protect ground-nesting birds. Short enough for little legs, this gentle loop offers proper Lincolnshire fen landscapes with drainage channels, reed beds and big skies—perfect for a quick nature fix or extending into the longer trails if you fancy more.

Hiking routeLocal network
6.9 km from campsite

Willow Tree Fen Blue intermediate route

Meanders through flat fenland terrain on well-maintained paths, perfect for families with buggies and young children who'll enjoy spotting wildlife in the wetland habitats. Dogs welcome on leads to protect ground-nesting birds. The easy, level route showcases classic Lincolnshire fenland landscape with wide skies, drainage channels, and seasonal birdlife including lapwings and redshanks—ideal for a peaceful nature walk without any challenging inclines.

Hiking routeLocal network
7.04 km from campsite

Macmillan Way

Stretches 290km from Rutland to Dorset through gentle Cotswold hills, market towns and rolling countryside. Terrain varies from flat farmland to moderate climbs, best tackled in sections rather than one go. Families can manage shorter segments with older children, though length and stiles make it unsuitable for buggies. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. A peaceful, well-waymarked long-distance route connecting Abbotsbury's coast with Boston's fenlands, ideal for multi-day walking with varied

Hiking routeRegional network
132.88 km from campsite
Route length: 290 km
Operator: Macmillan Way Association
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