Campsite · Thornham Magna · Suffolk

Swattesfield Campsite

Seven-acre Suffolk campsite with no fixed pitches, woodland glades, bell tents, pixie huts and a retro caravan near Eye and Diss.

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Dogs welcome
Campfires
Glamping

Swattesfield is a seven-acre field and woodland site in north Suffolk, run by a couple who also own a camping shop in Diss. There are no marked pitches: you pick a spot in the main field, or tuck a tent into the glade or woodland, with cars left in the car park for the glade and woodland areas. A gate leads straight onto the Thornham Walks network.

Alongside your own tent or campervan you can book fixed bell tents on decking, empty pre-pitched bell tents, two pixie huts and a hay cart, all with a log burner and electric, or an adults-only Eriba retro caravan. Facilities include a toilet and shower block, a covered communal kitchen with free gas stoves, an eco pizza oven, free wifi and a small camp shop. Fires are allowed in hired fire pits.

No set pitches across seven acres
Direct gate onto Thornham Walks
Bell tents, pixie huts, hay cart and retro Eriba caravan
Covered communal kitchen and eco pizza oven
Dogs welcome, including in the glamping units

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OpenNot known

Arrive / leaveFrom 14:00 / by 12:00

DogsYes

CampfiresIn fire pits only

PoolNone

ElectricYes

Prices

Off-peak is April weekends (not Easter), 8-11 May, September, October and weekdays outside bank holidays and school holidays. Peak is four May weekends, June to August weekends, half terms and summer holidays.

When is it cheapest?

One night for two adults in the grass pitch (tent, campervan or trailer tent), every night of the next year. Tap a day to price it.

CheapestDearestClosed

October 2026 from £20

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November 2026 from £25

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December 2026

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January 2027

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February 2027

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March 2027 from £25

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April 2027 from £20

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May 2027 from £20

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June 2027 from £25

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July 2027 from £25

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August 2027 from £25

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September 2027 from £20

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The full price list we hold (2026)

Seasons

Off-peak: 1 April to 31 October
Peak: 1 June to 31 August, May half term, Summer holidays, October half term, Easter holidays

Rates

For	Season	Nights	Price
grass, ehu	off	Any	£10 person_night
grass, ehu	peak	Any	£12.50 person_night
bell-furnished	off	Any	£180 unit_short_break, incl. 2 adults
bell-furnished	peak	Any	£220 unit_short_break, incl. 2 adults
pixie-hut, hay-cart	off	Any	£195 unit_short_break, incl. 2 adults
pixie-hut, hay-cart	peak	Any	£235 unit_short_break, incl. 2 adults
eriba	off	Any	£235 unit_short_break, incl. 2 adults
eriba	peak	Any	£265 unit_short_break, incl. 2 adults

People

Child: £4 night
Child: £6 night

Extras

Electric: £10 night (Per pitch per night)
Dog: £0 stay (Free off-peak)
Dog: £3 stay (Per dog per stay in peak season)
Gazebo: £5 night (Free off-peak)
Firepit: £2.50 night (Standard fire pit)
Firepit: £3.50 night (Fancy fire pit with hanging grill)
Logs: £8 item (Netted bag of hardwood; softwood 6)
Extra car: £6 night
Visitor: £5 item (Per car per day)

Minimum stays

2 nights: Glamping units

Deposit: 20% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before arrival

Source: swattesfieldcampsite.co.uk, checked 2026-10-20. Always confirm the price when you book.

Places to stay

Grass pitch (tent, campervan or trailer tent)

Pitch

Grass
No electric
For tent, trailer-tent, campervan, caravan

No set pitches; choose a spot. Vehicles stay in the main field; tents can also use the glade or woodland. No large motorhomes.

Electric hook-up pitch

Pitch

Grass
Electric
For tent, campervan

Add electric to a grass pitch for 10 pounds a night.

Furnished bell tent

Bell tent · 5 of them · sleeps 6

Double bed plus fold-out mattresses
Bedding bring
Camp kitchen
Fire pit
Dogs OK

5m bell tents on decking, three in the main field and two in the woodland. Sleeps 2 adults and 4 small children. Only a fitted sheet on the mattress; bring bedding. Camp kitchen kit, fire pit and picnic table included.

Pre-pitched empty bell tent

Pre-pitched tent · sleeps 6

None
Bedding bring
Dogs OK

5m bell tent put up for you, with a zip-in groundsheet. Bring your own bedding.

Pixie hut

Accommodation · 2 of them · sleeps 4

Double bed plus 2 small child mattresses
Bedding bring
Camp kitchen
Woodburner
Fire pit
Dogs OK

Only a fitted sheet provided.

Suffolk hay cart

Accommodation · 1 of them · sleeps 4

Double bunk-style sleeping area
Bedding bring
Camp kitchen
Woodburner
Fire pit
Dogs OK

Sleeps 2 adults and 2 children. Only a fitted sheet provided.

Eriba retro caravan

Vintage caravan · 1 of them · sleeps 2

Double bed
Bedding included
Kitchenette kitchen
Electric
Own toilet
Fire pit

Adults only. Duvet and pillows included.

Rules

Dogs: Yes · £3 stay · on leads
Free off-peak, 3 pounds a dog per stay in peak season. Never leave dogs unattended.
Fires: In fire pits only · fire pit hire £2.50 · logs sold
BBQs: Raised off the ground only
Fire pits and BBQs must be raised off the grass and 5m from tents and vehicles. Burn only wood bought on site or kiln-dried.
Pool: None
Groups: Small groups only · max 5 pitches
Up to 5 pitches together. No stag or hen parties or large single-sex groups.
Quiet hours: 22:30 – 09:00
Arrival: From 14:00 until 20:00
Vehicles: Cars in the car park
Music: Amplified music off by 22:30
Visitors: Day visitors 5 pounds per car, sign in at reception
Cancellation: 80% of payments refunded if you cancel more than 30 days before arrival; no refund or date changes after that.
Also: Eriba caravan is adults only
Also: No large motorhomes; no hard standing
Also: Cars stay in the car park after dark

Facilities

Washing and toilets

Toilets
Showers
Hot water

Pitches and power

Electric hook-up
Hardstanding pitches (no)
Drinking water
Motorhome service point (no)
Phone charging
WiFi (Free)

Food and drink

Shop
Campers' kitchen
Fire pits

Things to do

Bike hire
Dog walk
Undercover area

Around the site

Woodland
Recycling

Only facilities we've confirmed are shown. Crossed out means confirmed not available.

Location

Gislingham Road, Thornham Magna, Thornham Magna, IP23 8HH

Nearest pubThe Six Bells Inn20 min walk
Nearest stationBrockford4.4 miles

Directions in Google Maps

Questions people ask

Are dogs allowed at Swattesfield Campsite?

Yes, dogs are welcome. They cost £3 per stay.

Can you have a campfire at Swattesfield Campsite?

Yes, in fire pits. You can hire a fire pit for £2.50. Logs are sold on site. BBQs: raised off the ground only.

How much does it cost to stay at Swattesfield Campsite?

From £20 a night for two adults, the lowest price we can find over the next year. Off-peak is April weekends (not Easter), 8-11 May, September, October and weekdays outside bank holidays and school holidays. Peak is four May weekends, June to August weekends, half terms and summer holidays.

Does Swattesfield Campsite have a swimming pool?

No.

Does Swattesfield Campsite have electric hook-ups?

Yes.

Is there WiFi at Swattesfield Campsite?

Free.