The Wild Retreat
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- Well-kept and family-friendly Hertfordshire site on the River Stort
- London Stanstead Airport 20 minutes’ drive; Lea Valley Park 25 minutes
- On-site archery lessons, inflatable assault course and dog walks
Campground type
20
3
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, Jun 13 to
Campsite types & availability
Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite
4 people maximum 
9.2/10
25 reviews Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Min 5m width × 9m depth (45m²)
Arrival daysFrom £27 (£27)
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Bell tent (six person)
6 people maximum 7.8/10
6 reviews Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £85 (£85)
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Bell tent (eight person)
8 people maximum Dimensions: 19.7ft width × 19.7ft length
Arrival daysFrom £120 (£120)
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Reviews
88% would recommend this campground to a friend
85% would stay here again
What customers say
Fun, quirky campsite with a great swimming lake. Staff are praised, as are chill-out spots & fire shows. However, access is tricky for large vehicles, some toilets weren't clean, & a factory caused noise. Some reported waste issues, no hot water, & party disruptions.
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Absolutely loved it! I adore everything about…
Power optional grass and earth RV campsite
Liked Absolutely loved it!
I adore everything about this place—the vibe, the people, the location. It’s just far enough from home to feel like a real escape, without the need to drive 100+ miles. Most of that magic comes from the laid-back, chilled atmosphere that hits you the moment you arrive.
This is truly back-to-nature camping with a wonderful, small-festival feel. If you’re into music, laughter, and waving your hands in the air like you just don’t care (bucket hat optional!), you’ll feel right at home. And when the night winds down, you can wake up to yoga and wellbeing sessions in the morning—perfect balance.
Disliked Nothing
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EPIC weekend at the Wild Retreat
Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked We're just back from an EPIC weekend at the Wild Retreat. It was an impromptu end of summer camping trip, our first with our 4 year old daughter. She had the time of her life and kept referring to her 'big friends', the staff. The vibe was chilled, relaxed and fun. The staff make it so special, and she didn't want to leave the dance floor. Thanks for going the extra mile!
Disliked We loved it all, and will be back!
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Gorgeous location. Friendly And informative staff.…
Bell tent (six person)
Liked Gorgeous location. Friendly And informative staff. Really clean. Loved it!
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It was good for what we wanted - a close-to-home simple setup
Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked The simple setup and location (30mins from home) were a big draw for us to have two pitches for 2 adults & 3 kids.
Friendly (if a bit too laid back) staff
Disliked Lack of waste mgmt is a real issue - both from a campers POV and from the mgmt team in general. To have to take our bagged up rubbish back home with us was frustrating, given a full car from camping. The site felt ramshackle and messy.
The site felt quite tired overall and there could’ve been even small simple touches to help it feel cleaner and cared for. Shame the small shop/cafe isn’t far from practical e.g. could sell milk / firelighters / camping stove small gas canisters.
The trampoline should be removed or have the zip entrance fixed as that is an accident waiting to happen.
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The lake is really close and…
Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked The lake is really close and great fun for the kids.
Staff there are extremely welcoming and friendly
Disliked Nothing! Will definitely be back.
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Great spot, lovely team, lots to do
Power optional grass and earth RV campsite
Liked Funky vibe, lots of shade, access to the lake
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Brilliant for everyone, any age....
Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Loved the lake, archery, bar & DJ.
Great team on site, very helpful.
Disliked Nothing, thought it was all great !!
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Great place. Fun and friendly. Super…
Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Great place. Fun and friendly. Super chilled vibe.
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Beautiful beautiful place
Power optional grass and earth RV campsite
Liked EVERYTHING. This site is gorgeous, particularly if you enjoy festivals but can't be arsed to go anymore. Or you have young kids. We don't have young kids anymore, but we really enjoyed seeing the ones onsite enjoy the lake so much. We got lucky with the weather and we had the most idyllic weekend. We'll definitely be back.
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The helpful and friendly staff. The…
Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked The helpful and friendly staff. The relaxed vibe and beautiful setting.
Loved the wooded area, was a welcome respite from the heatwave and great place to chill. The food options, whilst quite small, was sensibly priced and tasty.
Lots of activities and, again, reasonably priced.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Forest Peaceful Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
The Wild Retreat
Redricks Lane
Redricks Lakes
Sawbridgeworth
Hertfordshire
England
CM21 0RL
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.79183°N
0.11707°E
Nearest transport
Bus
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Bell Wharf | 28.8 mi | Estuary | Good | N/A | Poor | N/A |
| Southend Chalkwell | 29.6 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | N/A | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Lee Valley Regional Park 8.7 mi
Hatfield House 14.1 mi
Knebworth House 15.2 mi
Audley End House and Gardens 16.4 mi
Discover 18.2 mi
National Trust
Shaw's Corner 16.7 mi
Eastbury Manor House 17.8 mi
Sutton House 18.4 mi
Rainham Hall 19.2 mi
2 Willow Road 20.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
PISHIOBURY 1.4 mi
THE HOUSE, MARSH LANE 1.5 mi
STANSTEAD BURY 3.6 mi
DOWN HALL 3.7 mi
RYE MEADS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 19/12/2001) 4.8 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Wild Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Wild Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Wild Retreat? Local attractions and activities include: - Golf course: 10 minutes’ drive - The Gibberd Garden (sculpture trail and follies): 10 minutes - TeamSport Go Karting Harlow: 10 minutes - Henry Moore Studios … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Wild Retreat?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Wild Retreat? From $36.48 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.