Henstead Fields is a small and family-friendly campsite in North Suffolk just ten minutes from sandy beaches. A simple site with five non electric grass tent pitches and 15 fully serviced hardstanding pitches for caravans and motorhomes. Enjoy dark skies at night and plenty of wildlife, including owls and muntjacs! The seaside town Southwold is 15 minutes by car and great for a family day out and there is plenty of walks nearby. Dogs welcome.
Why you'll love it at Henstead Fields Caravan and Campsite
Simple campsite welcoming tents, caravans and motorhomes just ten minutes to sandy beaches
A wildlife haven with visiting owls, muntjacs and pheasants! Large open space for games too
15 minutes from the seaside town of Southwold and the pretty market town of Beccles
About the site
Small, family run campsite nestled in rural North Suffolk yet only a ten minute drive from the sandy beach in Kessingland. A no frills site that aims to provide a peaceful escape to families and couples where they can enjoy spotting the visiting muntjacs and owls as well as constellations in the night sky.
The site has five grass pitches that are suitable for tents only, these are non electric. Or, for those travelling in a caravan or motorhome there are 15 fully serviced hardstanding pitches on offer with electric, water and grey waste connections.
You'll be a handy 15 minutes from Southwold, a quaint seaside town with a sandy beach, pier and lighthouse, pack the bucket and spade for a fun-filled family day out, or explore the boutiques and cafes in town. Or, walk along the River Waveney in Beccles, 15 minutes by car.
Up to two dogs are allowed per pitch.
Campfires and BBQs are not permitted, sorry.
"We certainly picked the perfect site"
Nicki C - Sep 2024
"Callum was a perfect host"
Liam M - Aug 2024
"If you are after beautiful skies at night and a great location for the beaches, you must book this!"
Lucy S - Aug 2024
"The views were amazing and it was so peaceful"
Ethan D - Aug 2024
"Very peaceful setting with large, spacious, fully serviced pitches"
Ryan H - Aug 2024
"This new site was such a discovery"
Lucas S - Aug 2024
"All the facilities that you need"
Carolyn Y - Aug 2024
The non electric pitches are open from 23rd May to 29th September while the hardstanding pitches are open from 18th April to 29th September.
Facilities and amenities
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Café / restaurant
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Shop
Showers
Toilets
WiFi
Electric hookups
Near beach
Peaceful
W.C. disposal
Water hookups
Site facilities include a well maintained shower and toilet block with separate male and female showers and a unisex disabled shower and toilet. There is a covered washing up area as well as a general waste and recycling point.
The site offers a large open field for the little ones (and big kids!) to play games and explore the woodland around. Please note that there is some uneven ground.
The nearest shop is Wrentham Stores which is a five minute drive away. The closest pub is the Horse and Groom in Wrentham and there is also a breakfast café at Henstead Arts and Crafts serving traditional full English breakfasts and freshly made waffles. Both of these are also five minutes by car.
A note from the site themselves...
We moved to Suffolk as a family in August 2020 in the hope that we could start up a campsite or glamping site. We are both teachers and we wanted to be able to work part time to be able to spend more time with our children and not miss all the events that children do!
We love the outdoors and have spent lots of time doing camps and D of E as teachers. After four years in Suffolk we have finally done it! We aim to offer a happy, quiet and peaceful stay at our campsite. There are lots of opportunities for cycling around mostly flat roads and visiting local beaches, the broads and towns.
Field and pitches level, location not bad, but need to drive out as there is no shop.
A gap in the hedge would be good for local walks, but other than that, nice place, quiet, very friendly and clean.
Site's response
Hi Terri,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review :). We can certainly think about how we can improve the access to local walks.
Have a lovely end to 2024.
Sarah and Callum
Would like to thank Callum and Sarah for a quiet, peaceful stay. The site is very spacious, the hardstanding pitches are level and equipped with full service.
Callum is very friendly and nothing is to much trouble, there are some teething problems, but these are work in progress and did not make our stay any less enjoyable.
Would definitely visit again, as central to Beccles, Lowestoft, Southwold, Africa Alive, Pettit's and much more. All the best for next season Sarah and Callum.
Carol and Gerry.
Site's response
Hi Carol,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. It is a work in progress and all our have guests have just been lovely, giving us ideas on how to improve things for next season.
We hope you have a lovely end to 2024 and hopefully see you in 2025.
Many thanks,
Sarah and Callum
Lovely peaceful site
Recommends site
Nicki C
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Sep 2024
This was our first trip away camping for 12 years. Goodness, we certainly picked the perfect site for us to start again!
It was a quiet few days on the site which I guess helped with us finding our feet! The pitches for tents are a great size, campervans and caravans are catered for across the field (EHU etc.)
The toilet and shower block is very clean and the showers lovely and hot! There is an accessible shower room too which would be great for families with young children as well. Plenty of hot water at the dish washing sinks too!
The location is perfect for visiting the Suffolk coastal spots and other local attractions. The friendly owners are very welcoming and knowledgeable about the area too.
This newly established site is great and we will certainly return next season!
Site's response
Hi Nicki,
Thank you so much for your lovely review we really do hope you will come back and enjoy more camping after such long time away from it.
Have a wonderful end of 2024.
Sarah and Callum
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What time is check-in and check out at Henstead Fields Caravan and Campsite?
Check-in is between noon and 9pm. Please note, check-in will not be allowed outside of these times. Check out is before 11am on your final day.
Is Henstead Fields Caravan and Campsite dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are more than welcome here please just make sure to keep them on their lead and not leave them unattended.
Does Henstead Fields Caravan and Campsite allow BBQs and campfires?
Sorry, BBQs and campfires are not permitted. Disposable barbecues are not permitted.
Does Henstead Fields Caravan and Campsite allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?
Yes, awnings, gazebos and pup tents are allowed, please remember to select them as an option when booking. If you are bringing a pup tent it must fit within your pitch.
Things to do on site and in the Beccles area
If exploring local towns is what you're after then you'll be spoilt for choice, visit the quaint seaside town of Southwold (15 minutes), relax on the sandy shores of Lowestoft beach (15 minutes) or amble through the range of local boutique stores.
The market town of Beccles is also just 15 minutes away, stroll along the river Waveney, check out some of the local antique stores or grab a bite to eat at one of the many cafes and restaurants.
If you're looking to reconnect with nature this trip then head down to the Carlton and Oulton marshes (15 minutes) to experience Suffolk's nature in all its glory. Here you can find a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to bird watching there really is something for everyone.
For the kids there is truly no shortage of things to do, from the Africa Alive zoo, just ten minutes away, to Pleasurewood Hills Theme Parl (25 minutes)!
Other nearby attractions include:
The Broads National Park (10 minutes)
Adnams Brewery (15 minutes)
Somerleyton Hall (30 minutes)
Hippodrome Circus (40 minutes)
Aldeburgh (40 minutes)
The listing for Henstead Fields Caravan and Campsite was last updated on April 2nd, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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