Gatehouse Barns Camping and Glamping is a secluded site situated on the outskirts of the quaint village of Peldon, with superb views over Abberton Reservoir. Kick back in your tent or tourer on the members only certificated site, or enjoy a glamping break in a luxury bell tent or vintage caravan, with easy access to a network of walking/cycling routes and an abundance of wildlife to find. Dog friendly.

About Gatehouse Barns Camping and Glamping

This charming hideaway offers a friendly, laid back environment for guests to enjoy a relaxing stay in the countryside. Set close to the glorious beaches at Mersea Island, you'll find a range of grass and hardstanding pitches catering to your tent or tourer. Optional electric is available for both the grass and hardstanding pitches, with space for up to five caravans and 10 tents. Camping and Caravanning Club members only. A luxurious bell tent and vintage caravan take care of glampers, with all bedding and towels included for a hassle free stay. Dogs are welcome here, and there is a designated dog walk area too.

Open from 1 April to 30 September


Facilities and amenities

Site facilities include toilet and shower, plus ice pack freezing and battery charging points.

Local transport can be reached in under a mile, and it's just a quick five minute stroll to the nearest pub.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


Map and address

Park address

Gatehouse Barns Camping and Glamping,

Lodge Lane, Peldon, Essex, CO5 7PZ

Coordinates

51.8192, 0.8862 | TL 98 17

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Gatehouse Barns Camping and Glamping is ideal for...

Members only

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 6 accommodation options on-site

Non Electric Grass Pitches

Grass pitches without electric, catering for tents and tourers.

Electric Grass Ptiches

Grass pitches with electric for tents and tourers.

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Non Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Hardstanding pitches with no electric, for tourers only.

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Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Hardstanding pitches with electric, for tourers only.



Interested in staying at Gatehouse Barns Camping and Glamping?

Call 07929 510160 to book.

Unfortunately Gatehouse Barns Camping and Glamping doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.


Mersea Island's gorgeous beaches are within easy reach of the site, where you can also sample a taste of the delicious seafood.

Colchester's bustling town centre is also nearby, with a wide variety of animals to meet at the zoo, plus a historic castle to explore.

Other attractions nearby include:

  • Abberton Reservoir
  • Fingringhoe Wick

Interested in staying at Gatehouse Barns Camping and Glamping?

Call 07929 510160 to book.

Unfortunately Gatehouse Barns Camping and Glamping doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.

The listing for Gatehouse Barns Camping and Glamping was last updated on January 31st, 2024 at 9:09 AM

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