Shepherd's huts with hot tubs near Ely, Cambridgeshire

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Blooms Westerby Farm

5 units · Glamping7 acres · Outwell, England

Camping and glamping in the peaceful Cambridgeshire Fens

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Serenity Lakes

3 units · Glamping10 acres · Duxford, England

Cosy shepherd's huts with hot tubs, set alongside a tranquil fishing lake.

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Little Fleece at Folly Farm

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Berkshire, South East England

A cosy and luxurious shepherds hut for two on a beautiful farm in the Wessex Downs.

Canterbury Lodges and Glamping

2 units · Glamping3 acres · Canterbury, Kent

Canterbury Lodges and Glamping Located in the heart of the Kent countryside in the beautiful village of Littlebourne, only 4 miles from the historic city of Canterbury, we provide an ideal secluded base from which to enjoy a relaxing break any time of year. Situated on our idyllic 3-acre glamping site which hosts 2 log cabins, a shepherds hut and a bell tent (and resident pygmy goats and chickens!) it’s the perfect setting for a short holiday, romantic break or a well needed escape! With excellent amenities close by including the local shop, large village green, outdoor play area, local village pub (all within a few minutes walk), stunning scenery leading to numerous beautiful walks and cycle routes, this cabin is ideal for a year-round family break. Situated only 10 minutes from the historic city of Canterbury and on bus routes to beautiful coastal towns such as Whitstable, Broadstairs & Sandwich. Howletts zoo is a few hundred metres from the cabin . You can regularly hear the sounds from the lions, monkeys and elephants).

Little Oaks at Hillview

1 unit · Glamping8 acres · England

A Home from Home Shepherds Hut nestling in its own spinney, in a secluded paddock, built by the owners to an exacting standard that supports what we would want to stay in. Bordered by 300 year old Oaks and Ash trees, supplemented by our own planting, the Little Oaks paddock has a lawned area, but the majority is left to our Wilding project, with over 34 species of wild flowers, plants and grasses identified. Little Oaks provides the ultimate in glamping. King size bed, fully fitted out Kitchen including Oven, Microwave, Fridge with freezer, Nespresso coffee machine. Living area with unique chairs, full shower and full flushing toilet. Outside, the lawned area and a hot tub, bar-b-que, pizza oven, it's own post and railed paddock, and a small-holding to walk around and see the animals. This really is a delightful space.

Luxury Shepherds Hut with Hot Tub

1 unit · Glamping2 acres · England

A bespoke premium Shepherds Hut nestled in the beautiful countryside on the Leicestershire/Warwickshire border. Featuring sweeping views, luxury furnishings, a large en suite and an enclosed garden with undercover hot tub. This hut has everything that you need for a comfortable and memorable stay! The space The hut has sweeping countryside views and is perfect for a peaceful and relaxing break! Inside there is a king sized hybrid mattress bed, seating area with a fold up table for meal times or relaxing, a fully equipped kitchen with all utensils & crockery, integrated fridge with small freezer, heating with Nest controlled thermostat, induction hob, sink and draining tray. There is also a large en-suite with a rainfall shower. Luxury toiletries are provided along with towels and themed bed linen. You will also have 1 extra towel per person for use with the hot tub. Jars of tea, coffee and sugar are available in the kitchen along with a couple of milk sachets. The garden is fully enclosed with a gravel and lawned area, table & seating, large firepit/BBQ and a parasol for those sunnier days! The fire pit is set up with racks, pans and all the equipment needed to cook with! The large hot tub with lights and jets is just to the side of the seating area. The hot tub is fully undercover, making it safe to use in all weathers! There is also enough space for undercover seating. There is a manual provided in the hut which features local attractions and there is a private landscaped parking area located just at the back of the hut. There is lots to do nearby and something for every and those a little further afield, local supermarkets, cafes, pubs and restaurants. The site is also located on the Leicestershire Round walking route with at least 5 off road walks commencing within 400 yards of the site. Check in information, along with directions to the site are messaged 48 hours prior to arrival. Guest access Secure off road parking, waste bin, outdoor tap and hose, recycling bins, enclosed garden, hot tub and seating area, large fire pit and shepherds hut with en-suite. Other things to note Tip- it can get quite dark at night, therefore it is advisable to bring a torch. A full set of towels is provided, including a hot tub towel. Luxury toiletries, toilet roll, tea, coffee, sugar and milk are also provided to welcome you.

The Grove Glamping

6 units · Glamping1 acre · Cromer, England

Five comfortably-furnished yurts, proper beds and bedding and warming wood-burning stoves, all 5 minutes walk from the beach

Shepherd's huts with hot tubs near Ely guide

Overview

Situated on the East Anglian fens’ highest land (at an elevation of 85 feet!), Ely is arranged around a stunning cathedral while its pancake-flat surrounding landscapes are scored by waterways, many the result of drainage to create today’s fertile farmland. These flatlands ensure abundant easy walking and cycling, plus plentiful campsites—Ely’s best camping is on riverside meadows just to the northeast. Outdoor lovers can get especially excited by boating on the River Great Ouse and by the vast nearby Thetford Forest.

Where to go

River Great Ouse

The UK’s fifth-longest river flows right by Ely and is the city’s go-to outdoor playground. For boaters, the draw is the Ely marina and a waterway navigable from Bedford all the way to the coast at King’s Lynn in Norfolk. Walkers, meanwhile, relish long-distance paths like the Ouse Valley Way: via the Great Ouse and the River Cam’s riverbanks you can walk or cycle off-road to Cambridge. Look out for riverside camping in wildflower meadows a few miles northeast of Ely.

Thetford Forest

Thetford Forest (together with The King’s Forest to its south) spills over the flat heathland of North Suffolk and South Norfolk, 18 miles east of Ely. Here are well-maintained hiking and biking routes, including the Icknield Way, supposedly Britain’s oldest road. There are also prehistoric sites like Grime’s Graves flint mine (in the forest’s north). Thetford Forest’s northern edge, above Ickborough, contains two good campsites.

The Kings Forest

Divided from Thetford Forest only by a brief break of farmland, the King’s Forest is another arboreal wonderland. The long-distance Icknield Way trail passes through, while a reconstructed Anglo-Saxon village sits by West Stow Country Park in the south. Check out the trio of excellent camping possibilities toward the forest’s south, which is bounded by the delightful River Lark.

River Lark

The River Lark meanders to Isleham from its confluence with the Great River Ouse before continuing upstream to Bury St Edmunds and beyond. Navigable for about 10 miles until Jude’s Ferry between Isleham’s marina and Mildenhall, the waterway sees plenty of pleasure boaters. Footpaths flank the river as far as Mildenhall, and there are several waterside campsites nearby.

When to go

Ely can be explored any time of year, but the busiest time for camping is during the July and August school summer holidays, when parking can be hard to come by, especially at hotspots like Thetford Forest. Average monthly temperatures max out at 23°C at this time. One of Britain’s leading folk music extravaganzas, Ely Folk Festival, marks July as an especially lively time to visit.