Peace Place Pilgrim Bivouac
View prices & book- Wild camping on a small organic farm on Essex’s Dengie Peninsula
- Saltmarsh Coast and Bradwelll beach half an hour’s walk away
- Bike hire and barbecue available on site, along with eggs and bread
Site type
- This site has no on-site shower facilities.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 17 or over.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
English
French
Russian
Spanish
Open from Thu, 28 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (solo)
1 person maximum Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Min 3.0m width x 3.0m depth (10.0ft width x 10.0ft depth) Calculated area: 9.3m² (100.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £12 1 night, 1 adult
View prices & bookBarney electric optional grass tent or campervan pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 4.5m width x 3.0m depth (14.8ft width x 9.8ft depth) Calculated area: 13.5m² (145.3ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £19 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookNon-electric grass and earth tent pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Max 5.0m width x 5.0m depth (16.4ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookFenced Paddock non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (firepit)
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Min 8.0m width x 8.0m depth (26.2ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 64.0m² (688.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £21 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookWillow Bay non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6.0m width x 5.0m depth (19.7ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 30.0m² (322.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £22 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
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Thank you Ted&Elizabeth for great time we had.
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Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch
Liked: Lovely camp side with a nice pitches you are welcome to pick your own. You can buy eggs from chickens you will pass every day. Good for walking paths and near to the village. On arrival we got straw to even out the floor before pitching the tent . That was really cool. Compost toilet with tadpoles swimming in the tank near by. Great view on the side from it. No shower facilities but there is a sink and hot water in the pot most of the times really so no problem. This part is very windy so please remember to get good clothing and all the pegs for tent.
Disliked: The only thing is that you need to remember that on Sunday there is NO bus service and it is a very very very long walk to the station lucky Ted&Elizabeth gave us a lift to the Wickford station as there were going out. No taxi service either .
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Friendly owners
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Liked: Really nice site, with chickens and goats. Back to nature. The owners are very friendly.
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I will definitely be coming back one day
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Fenced Paddock non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (firepit)
Liked: Beautiful setting with a true wild camp feel. Short distance to a couple of fun beaches. Friendly couple that run the place. Goats and chickens everywhere was fun for the kids. Nice to have a fire pit by the tent. Really nice stay.
Disliked: There is not much to do in the area but that just means it's perfect for a quiet and relaxing stay instead of an activity filled one
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Overall an amazing stay and we will definitely be returning 🥰
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Liked: This is a lovely site which will bring you back in touch with nature. A nice quiet area with sounds only of nature. The chickens and goats are a great selling point as it really ties into the experience. The owners are both very welcoming and willing to help out if needed. We also got some lovely eggs from the chickens on site. 🐓 The toilet is as you’d expect for a compost toilet, it is kept very well looked after and stocked up with necessities.
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Fantastic site for nearly-wild camping, friendly hosts.
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Liked: Wonderful place to stay. Very quiet, very peaceful. Free-roaming chickens and goats add to the atmosphere. Lots of good walks and interesting places nearby. Run by Ted and Elizabeth who are very helpful and friendly. Thoroughly recommended.
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Excellent no-frills site!
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Liked: Lovely surroundings, easy to find, good facilities and brilliant chickens!
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Absolutely loved our stay. A beautiful setting just what you need when…
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Liked: Absolutely loved our stay. A beautiful setting just what you need when your camping. Lovely hosts and very accommodating. Even had some lovely eggs 🥚 from on site chickens. Would definitely stay here again.
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Excellent site had a great stay testing a new tent.
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Liked: - Campsite - Free roaming hens - Hosts, they were very nice and friendly to a rookie camper. - Location
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Loved the chickens that roam the site, and the friendly goats. Our…
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Liked: Loved the chickens that roam the site, and the friendly goats. Our 2 year old couldn't get enough of them! We loved the kind and helpful owners Elizabeth and Ted and their friendly dogs. We loved the peace and tranquility of the place. And the sunsets! We loved that you can leave your car at the site, and walk to the village, to the sea, to St Peter's Chapel through paths and quiet little roads. We had a wonderful break there.
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I have just spent 4 nights at Peace Place and loved…
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Liked: I have just spent 4 nights at Peace Place and loved it. As a woman travelling alone I felt safe and grounded. It is not a place to stay if you like new and plush as amenities are built from upcycled materials and basic but practical. If you want a place to sit, gather yourself and tread lightly on the planet and immerse yourself in birdsong this is the place for you. Especially good for alternative thinkers.
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Features
Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
Pétanque
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portable toilet
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Budget/backpacker
Forest
Leave the car at home
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
No hot water
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Farm
Pop-up campsite
Tiny (1-10 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Location
Peace Place Pilgrim Bivouac
Battle's Field
East End Road
Southminster
Essex
England
CM0 7PS
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.7299°N
0.9174°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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West Mersea | 2.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | N/A |
Brightlingsea | 6.6 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Jaywick | 8.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Clacton Beach Martello Tower | 10.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Clacton | 11.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Colchester Zoo 9.9 mi
firstsite 11 mi
Colchester Castle Museum 11.1 mi
East Anglian Railway Museum 15.1 mi
RHS Garden Hyde Hall 15.3 mi
National Trust
Bourne Mill 10.1 mi
Coggeshall Grange Barn 13.7 mi
Paycocke's 14 mi
Flatford: Bridge Cottage 16.4 mi
Thorington Hall 17.3 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Bradwell-on-Sea - Roman Fort - St Peter's Way - Bradwell 0.6 mi
Bradwell St Peter - River Blackwater - Bradwell Waterside 0.6 mi
West Mersea 3.1 mi
Mersea Island Circular 3.6 mi
OLD HALL MARSHES (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 01/08/1998) 3.8 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
Want to know more about camping in Essex?
- Does Peace Place Pilgrim Bivouac have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Peace Place Pilgrim Bivouac dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Peace Place Pilgrim Bivouac? Spreading between the estuaries of the River Blackwater and the River Crouch is Dengie National Nature Reserve (five minutes’ drive). This expansive area of tidal flats and saltmarshes is a birdwatcher’s dream, … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Peace Place Pilgrim Bivouac?
Camping and touring Arrive: 10:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 11:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. Please check-in at #2 and do not disturb the neighbours at #1, which is not connected to the business despite being opposite the site's main gate.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Peace Place Pilgrim Bivouac? From £12 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.