Let’s go glamping for some stylish outdoor fun,
In cabins, gypsy caravans and yurts under the sun!
From North Yorkshire, Surrey and Somerset too,
To lots more fab spots not too far from you!
The Big Green Bus, Brighton
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Just like in the movie ‘Summer Holiday’ you can stay on a converted bus. The retro interior has been upcycled and you will find three bedrooms, a full-size kitchen, comfy lounge with wood burner, toilet and wet room. The bus is parked in a glamping site surrounded by trees and there’s even a fire pit! Find out more.
Copper Beech Glade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire
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Located across an arched stone bridge are three colourful gypsy wagons surrounded by a circle of copper beech trees. Each wagon is slightly different and Rosita, the baby one, is just for kids and comes complete with a child-sized tea set. The family can cook the meal over a fire or nearby there’s a log cabin with all the facilities you might need. There’s even a lawn with badminton, boules, football and croquet for the family to enjoy. Find out more.
Ges the Horsebox, Surrey
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Meet Ges the lovingly restored 1970’s restored horse truck. Inside you will find sumptuous interiors with a retro touch. There’s a large cabin bed, sofa bed and all the essentials you might need, plus some added extras. Located in a meadow down a quiet track you can enjoy some peace and quiet in the Surrey countryside. Find out more.
Long Valley Yurts, The Lake District, Cumbria
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Set right on the quiet western shore of Lake Windermere you will find these luxurious yurts which have been decorated in a Moroccan theme. At night you can cosy down on the comfy mattresses and gaze at the stars through the skylight. The owners at this site can organise a host of exciting activities for families, from bushcraft to rock climbing and canoeing. Find out more.
Gypsy Caravan Breaks, Somerset
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In the tranquil countryside of Somerset, you can stay in a beautifully restored gypsy bow top wagon. Inside the caravan there’s a traditional extending double bed, everything else is nearby, including a compost toilet and shower in a shepherds hut. Cook your meals on the open fire, but if the weather isn’t being kind to you, there’s a heated caravan nearby with cooking facilities. Find out more.
Silver Birch Treehouse, Tyninghame, East Lothian
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Imagine a few days away staying in one of these magical tree houses which are located in close proximity to the beach. Each treehouse has two bedrooms, shower, kitchen and dining area. Outdoors there’s a decking area with stunning sea views, a hammock, love seat and swing that will be a hit with the kids. Find out more.
Mill Farm, Devizes, Wiltshire
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Stay in some super-chic lodges and tents at this glamping site. This two-storey tent is the first of its kind in the UK and has a cosy and luxurious feel with a comfy sofa, wood burner, wooden barn-style bunk beds for the kids and a gorgeous kitchen. Find out more.
Lee Wick Farm, St Osyth, Essex
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I never thought a cargo container could be comfortable…. until I saw this. Inside the CargoPod there’s room for four people to sleep, a small kitchen area and a shower room. Outside there’s a large decking area with a fire pit and a Weber BBQ. Just as if you were going camping, you will need to take your own bedding, towels and anything else you might need. Find out more.
The Shire House, Yorkshire
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Children large and small, and anybody else for that matter will be thrilled with this delightful grass-roofed Hobbit house. Enchanting bedrooms have cosy cabin beds up little steps (race you!) and handmade sheep wool mattresses to lull you to a dreamy sleep. Feed the farm animals, potter around the countryside, or take a picnic to the seaside. Find out more.
Sky Den Treehouse, Northumberland
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This quirky tree house is composed of three different shapes that combines the best of indoors and outdoor living. Located right on the river bank you get beautiful views from the decks and rooms. The tree house has a functional kitchen and all the facilities that you might need, but the highlight has to be the loft suite where the roof opens up giving you unobstructed views of the night sky. Find out more.
The Glamper Van Hire Company
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This company has a host of beautiful vintage caravans and campervans that you can hire for a holiday. Beryl, this gorgeous caravan has been kitted out in vintage attire including retro games and even a retro radio! There’s room to sleep two, but four people can sit around the table so take a tent for the kids. Find out more.
The Adventurers Village, Gulliver’s Resort, Milton Keynes
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