Glamping in Essex

Essex countryside is ideal for camping lovers who enjoy a bit of luxury in their stay. The glamping accommodations available in St Osyth, Essex, Walton on the Naze, Hatfield Peverel or Clacton-on-Sea are ideal to add that little bit of extra comfort to your camping days. Browse the glamping properties and choose your stay in Essex.

The glamping options in Essex include a selection of delightful and pretty accommodation right by the beach. Just a few steps away from your door, the sand will tickle your feet as you make your way to the water. For some more privacy, enjoy the garden and the swimming pool. Glamping is a great option for families and small groups, couples who enjoy nature and solo travellers who want to explore the beautiful Essex countryside! Do not wait any longer and book your stay now!

Essex is a county made for exploring! Be curious and fire up your imagination looking for the best escapades. Who knows what you might find when turning the next corner… Take a peek! Go to the exciting town of Chelmsford and visit its museum and the mammoth. Enjoy the Roman heritage and the castle of Colchester, and visit the historic market towns of Saffron Walden, Great Dunmow and Thaxted in the district of Uttlesford. Tilbury Fort is an incredible historical place not to be missed along with Epping Forest. The pier at Southend-on-Sea, the cockle sheds of Leigh and the lovely Clacton-on-Sea are beautiful destinations to visit and make sure you go and see the sumptuous coastline. So much more to explore, don’t you think?

Have you got a good appetite? Savour the scrumptious flavours of the land and the sea at the best award-winning and top-notch restaurants. Essex delicious plates are elaborated with farm-fresh produce that chefs cook to perfection and turn into lavish dishes to raise your taste buds. The coast is home to foodie havens that serve delicious seafood including oysters, cod and chips and the most sublime recipes that are guaranteed to shake your senses. Try the best British food at Galvin Green Man in Chelmsford, try the Mediterranean food at the Cricketers in Clavering and discover the Italian cuisine at the Sun Inn in Dedham. Want to hone your cooking skills and level up your recipes? Master the cuisine at The Mistley Kitchen, near Manningtree or at The Cookery School at Braxted Park. Enjoy the culinary pleasures of Essex!

Colchester is a historic town with nearly 2000 years of history, a castle built on the foundations of a Roman temple. You can visit the museum and see the old artefacts displayed. The remains of a Roman theatre can also be seen in the Dutch Quarter. Besides the past, the modern side of the city draws in visitors willing to go to the Colchester Zoo, visit the historic centre, the fabulous Mersea Island, and Constable Country in the Dedham Vale.

Enjoy leisure strolls along quiet riverbanks, creeks and the beautiful coastline. Explore picturesque villages and ancient woodlands. Follow the Oak Trail and the green-arrowed waymarkers through Epping Forest. The names given to the walks reflect the variety of trees along the trails including the Lime, Holly, Chestnut, Willow, Hornbeam and Beech trails. Enjoy the great views of the 7-mile walk through woodland and meadow to the ancient ruins of Hadleigh Castle from where you will get excellent views of the Thames Estuary and you can enjoy a lovely picnic. Take a waterside walk from Heybridge Basin to Osea Island following the canal through a varied landscape throughout the seasons. On the east side of Mersea Island (west of Clacton-on-Sea), seaside settlements with their oyster and shellfish restaurants give way to quiet marsh and farmland. Walk up the three-and-a-half-mile clifftop walk from Cudmore Grove Country Park.

Discover why holidaymakers have chosen Clacton on Sea since 1871 as their favourite seaside resort! During the 1950s and the next decade, families from London chose Clacton as their holiday destination. The barrel organs on the pier whirred into action in 1871 and, at present, is still as entertaining as ever with a bunch of rides for the whole family. Swing above the North Sea on the Paratrooper, get whizzed around on the Thunderdome Waltzer, or try the Go Gator. And if the sun decides to hide, the fun continues indoors with the Twister and the Mini Wheel. The weekends are great to have a bit of adventure and try some water ports with Quiver Windsurfing. Lots of fun for everybody. What are you going to choose?

Hylands Park is a 574-acre area in Chelmsford with many routes to choose from. At the Adventure Castle Play Area, young visitors will have a terrific time jumping and climbing ladders, the scramble nets and boards or going down the different height slides, or playing with spinning games discs, sensory equipment and the musical wall. Get on the swings or test your balance on the moving balance beam and the spinning disc roundabout! There is also a large picnic area to enjoy some nibbles and sandwiches as you have a break. Stroll along ‘Repton’s’ Circular Walk and the Pleasure Gardens, the One World Garden and the Serpentine Lake, an idyllic place to sit down and relax or have your picnic as well.

Are you a wine lover? Dedham Vale Vineyard is the perfect place for a wine tasting within the rolling English countryside. Essex is an excellent area for growing grapes and winemaking. The vineyard is nestled in the Dedham Vale. In the surroundings there are two lakes and lots of habitats where you can observe a varied wildlife. Introduce your palate to a sip of crisp, dry white or a medium-bodied red. For the bubbly ones, there are a couple of sparkling options. Follow the Vineyard Trail and take a walk through the vines, see how they make the wine, and browse the complete selection at the Tasting Barn shop.

Go to Dedham, an AONB, and explore Stour Valley. The beauty of the surroundings will awe every visitor. The area is dotted with picturesque villages, rivers, streams, rolling hills, meadows, woodlands and a feeling of escaping from it all. The rich past of the area has inspired many authors, writers and artists including John Constable, who says that “the scene on the banks of the Stour made him a painter”. If you don’t want to miss a thing, book a guided tour around Flatford and admire Constable’s pictures. Walk or cycle around Dedham Vale and take in the inspiring sights.

Hatfield Forest is a fantastic location to explore with its ancient trees, evoking the atmosphere of a medieval hunting woodland. Within the forest there are over 50 points of interest and also, a potter’s guide. If you download the Hatfield Forest app or borrow a device for the day from the Forest Shop, you will discover why Hatfield Forest is so special. Take long walks with your furry friend, let the kids run and play and find your special spot in the forest to sit and reflect, have a picnic or just rest.