Hunstanton Camping and Glamping

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Drone image of the campsite and the sea
Drone image of the campsite and the sea
Outside the shepherds hut, bunting and decking
The old barn self catering cottage
Views from the shepherds hut over the meadows
Outside the shepherds hut, dog friendly accommodation
The dairy outside area
Touring caravan pitch
Touring caravan pitch
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Outside the shepherds hut, bunting and decking
The old barn self catering cottage
Views from the shepherds hut over the meadows

  • Wildlife haven in west Norfolk: walk to the beach in two minutes
  • Basic and peaceful site next to the Norfollk Coast Path
  • Barbecues and campfires allowed; shop and pub a few minute's walk away
The splendid beach near Hunstanton Camping and Glamping (dog-friendly Heacham beach, two minutes' walk away) is the only east-coast beach in Britain facing west. This means that guests here are often treated to the sight of a spectacular sunset over the sea – a real rarity for Norfolk. As well being a romantic sunset spot, this location is also a very enticing one for watersports enthusiasts, hikers and families – plus dog owners, who are welcome to bring their pet along for a holiday and a ramble along the Norfolk coast. Hunstanton Camping and Glamping is on the edge of the village of Heacham, in a peaceful wildlife haven surrounded by open fields. It's three miles from here to Snettisham, five to Hunstanton and 10 miles to Thornham, all with dog-friendly beaches and walks aplenty, or you could feel regal for the day with a trip to Sandringham – and its woodland walking paths – within 15 minutes' drive. The site has a good selection of amenities including toilets (ladies', gents' and unisex facilities), four indoor unisex showers and a number of outdoor showers. Grey waste water disposal and chemical disposal are available for touring guests, and plug sockets in washrooms mean you can charge phones or use hairdryers easily enough. Barbecues and campfires are both allowed; a local shop a minute's walk away has most supplies you should need. There's also a pub a few minutes' walk away.

Site type

Tent pitches 30
Touring caravan pitches 10
Motorhome pitches 10
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 4
Open all year
Opens

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Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

7.5

Overall rating from 330 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

71% would recommend this site to a friend

69% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite's main draw is its excellent location, just a few minutes' walk from the beach, offering beautiful sunsets and convenient access to local walks and amenities. Many visitors praised the friendly and helpful staff, particularly Nigel, and enjoyed the peaceful, relaxed atmosphere and spacious pitches. However, several reviews mentioned the facilities are basic, unkempt, and in need of maintenance and cleaning, with some finding them overpriced for the standard offered. There were also comments on the site's appearance being scruffy.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Unfortunately we were disappointed overall

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4 out of 10
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Alexander M.

Electric optional grass campervan pitch (no awning)

Liked Great Location

Disliked Toliets were not the best, ran out of toilet roll
Pitchs were incredibly small
Wasnt a well keeped site
Lost electric due to a polarity issue went 18hours without hook up

Recommend to friends Visit again

The staff were extremely friendly and…

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6 out of 10
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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch (small)

Liked The staff were extremely friendly and the beach and well stocked shop are both close.

Disliked The pitches are tiny and as it was a bank holiday weekend we felt cramped. 2/4 sinks had hot water and due to busyness the shower we used was blocked more than once and on one visit the loo roll had run out. I think most of these issues were due to volume on a bank holiday but the pitch sizes would be better doubled!

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Not back 2 basics, its well considered without being overly engineered

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9 out of 10
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Helen S.

Electric optional grass tent pitch (family, four person, large)

Liked Likes

The location - we walked with a painfully slow toddler to the beach in 5 minutes

The consideration gone into fire safety and facilities

Nigel (he is as lovely as everyone says)

The dogs and chickens

I had good phone signal on ID mobile

The size and orientation of the pitch, private and spacious but lovely opportunities to socialise if you wanted to (we had a lovely time with our neighbours)

The regular and thorough cleaning of the facilities each morning. People are a bit gross overnight but this does not reflect the campsite's standards.

The relaxed atmosphere of the site as a whole

The fact you can cheekily nip over to park Dean and use their shop

Nigel had considerately put families with young children near the facilities, and people who were likely to keep different hours, at the other end

I carefully read the reviews about broken glass, and was mindful of it. Whilst I could see what the reviews are talking about, they are over-egging the situation. It's of no concern, and this is from a POV of a toddler mum.

Yes there is one broken down caravan but if thats what you're spending your time looking at, you're missing out on a lot. It really doesn't detract from the site

Disliked Though there was plenty to love here, we felt it was over priced.

At a more reasonable price we'd book again in a heartbeat.

Saying that, it was fully booked, so I guess it just is what it is

Recommend to friends Visit again

Close to beach…

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1 out of 10
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Anonymous

Electric optional grass campervan pitch (no awning)

Liked Close to beach

Disliked The mess every where
No loo roll in some toilets
I didn't have a shower they looked grim
Bins full in toilet
No hand drying facilities
Weeds every where

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, friendly staff, lots of space, felt safe.

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8 out of 10
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Value for money
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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch (small)

Liked Great location, very chill camspite with quick responses by telephone. Really helpful and kind staff. Thought the toilets were great and great washing up area. Lots of space. Great that you could have open fires. Really quick walk to the beach.
Very easy to get to without a car. We got a train and then a bus and it was very easy. Short walk from the bus stop and buses are regular.

Disliked A couple of the showers needed the plugs unblocked or something as they did flood but even just a sign to warn you of this so that clothes are not left on the floor would be great.
Very expensive for what it was as very minimal facilities.

Recommend to friends Visit again

It was peaceful and calm just…

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8 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Wifi
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Amanda B.

Electric optional grass motorhome pitch

Liked It was peaceful and calm just what we wanted

Disliked Would have been nice to be given some takeaway delivery leaflets as nowhere local to get a meal apart from a beach cafe that was shut when we arrived

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Peaceful stay Easy walk to beach…

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10 out of 10
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Antony M.

Electric optional grass motorhome pitch

Liked Peaceful stay
Easy walk to beach and local shop
Owner's very nice and friendly

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your review! We're so happy to hear that you had a peaceful stay and enjoyed the easy walk to the beach and local shop.

It was a pleasure having you, and we're glad you found us nice and friendly! We really appreciate you recommending us to your friends and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

Rustic, peaceful campsite just 2 mins from a vast sandy beach.

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JACKY S.

Electric optional grass tent pitch (family, medium)

Liked A Hidden Gem for Nature Lovers

I absolutely loved this site. It’s an authentic, rustic campsite with everything you need close at hand — and the fire pits were a real highlight. I made full use of them and they added so much to the experience. The beach is just a two-minute stroll away, and is vast & sandy.

If you’re looking for polished facilities with underfloor heating and gleaming tiles swilled out with bleach five times a day, this isn’t the place for you. But if you crave peace, wildlife, and a back-to-nature feel in a stunning coastal setting, this site is perfect. It’s simple, soulful, and exactly what a proper campsite should be.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good facilities, easy to find, nice…

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10 out of 10
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Samuel H.

Non-electric grass tent pitch (small)

Liked Good facilities, easy to find, nice hosts!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us in August.

It's great to know you found our facilities good, the site easy to find, and our hosts nice! We really appreciate you recommending us to your friends and saying you'd visit again.

We hope to see you back here soon!

Awful, awful, awful

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1 out of 10
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Sara G.

Electric optional grass motorhome pitch

Liked Nothing

Disliked Dreadful place. The worst and most expensive I have ever stayed at. Dirty, untidy, showers broken, looks more like a scrapyard than a camping site. Pitches are not clearly marked, everyone parking wherever they like. Not even given a pitch number so when I returned with my campervan after 8pm I just had to park in any place I could find. I have a 6m campervan (crafter), and because the owners had stipulated on this site that campervans had to be 5.5 meters or less, I had to book motorhome site (though note above, there is no signed demarcation of areas). When booking for a motorhome it says ‘no campervans’… so not sure what to do. Given that the sites are all the same/some not marked at all, I asked for a refund for the difference. Was told that I had to pay more because I was a taller vehicle. What? Ignore the responses from the site on here that suggest they are surprised by the reports of the state of the place. Reception (see the photo of what looks like a dump for computer equipment ) is manned by the owner 3 meters away from the rubbish and the broken showers - he knows about these things and has done nothing about them.

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From the manager: Thank you for providing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your stay did not meet your expectations.

We have noted your report regarding the condition of the facilities, the general appearance of the site, and the issues you experienced with our booking and pricing.

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet 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 Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Budget/backpacker Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Hunstanton Camping and Glamping

72-74 South Beach Road

Heacham

Norfolk

England

PE31 7BB

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.90368°N
0.47354°E

Route directions

The site is behind the sea defences: watch out as you head towards the sea. The site is the last farm building on the left-hand side of the road. From the A149 at King's Lynn, turn left towards Heacham South Beach (Lamsey Lane). Then, turn left again towards the beach and turn left into the campsite when you can see the sea in front of you (roughly 1000 yards before the beach).

Nearest transport

Coach
10.8 mi Bus Station
12.8 mi Eau Brink Road
12.9 mi Church
Rail
10.8 mi Kings Lynn Rail Station
16.4 mi Watlington Rail Station
16.8 mi Havenhouse Rail Station
Ferry
10.8 mi West Lynn Ferry Landing
10.8 mi King's Lynn Ferry Landing

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

Nature fans rejoice, for there's birdwatching galore around here. Make for the RSPB reserve in Snettisham for flocks of birds around the Wash, or for RSPB Titchwell Marsh (20 minutes' drive) to see avocets, marsh harriers and pink-footed geese around its marshlands, reedbeds and freshwater lagoons. Titchwell has a wide sandy beach to investigate too, where scenery seekers can snap far-reaching views across the Wash. Boating and watersports are easily accessed just down the coast at Hunstanton. The town's also home to the rides of Rainbow Park fairground, and the Sea Life Sanctuary next door where you and curious kids can see seals, penguins, otters and other watery species. Other recommended options include Norfolk Lavender, five minutes' drive away at Caley Mill, and the 12th-century ruins of Castle Rising (15 minutes), one of the biggest and best preserved keeps in England.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Heacham 0.4 mi Sea PoorN/AN/AN/A
Hunstanton Main Beach 2.3 mi Sea PoorN/AN/AN/A
Hunstanton (Old Hunstanton) 3.6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Wells 16.4 mi Estuary N/AN/AN/AGood
Skegness 17.4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Sandringham 5.7 mi

Houghton Hall 9.3 mi

Holkham Hall 14.1 mi

Castle Acre Castle 16.4 mi

Shrine of our Lady of Walsingham 16.7 mi

National Trust

Brancaster 9.1 mi

St George's Guildhall 10.8 mi

Peckover House and Garden 21.2 mi

Blakeney National Nature Reserve 21.6 mi

Gunby Hall Estate: Monksthorpe Chapel 22.2 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Snettisham Round via Ken Hill Woods, Snettisham Beach and RSPB Reserve 2 mi

Snettisham 2.3 mi

SNETTISHAM (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/10/2002) 3.3 mi

HUNSTANTON HALL 3.3 mi

Ringstead - Peddars Way 4.3 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Hunstanton Camping and Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Hunstanton Camping and Glamping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Hunstanton Camping and Glamping? Nature fans rejoice, for there's birdwatching galore around here. Make for the RSPB reserve in Snettisham for flocks of birds around the Wash, or for RSPB Titchwell Marsh (20 minutes' drive) to … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Hunstanton Camping and Glamping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Hunstanton Camping and Glamping? From £15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.