Our   small   parcel   of   woodland   is   situated   on   a   working   farm   at   the   edge   of   the   Dedham   Vale Area   of   Outstanding   Natural   Beauty   (AONB);   surrounded   by   stunning   views   and   walks   through the Stour Valley. We   offer   a   'nearly   wild’   camping   experience   just   for   tents,   either   within   our   small   woodland   or the adjacent meadow. Our setting is a tranquil alternative to more commercial sites.

We   encourage   back   to   basics   camping:   leave   your   mobile   phones,   tablets   and   speakers   at   home and   get   back   to   nature!   Explore   the   great   British   countryside   with   stunning   walks   through   nearby Tiger   Hill   wood,   Arger   Fen   nature   reserve   and   the   Stour   Valley   path.   Return   to   camp   for   some open campfire cooking and stargazing. Being   only   a   small   area,   numbers   are   very   limited.   Vehicles   are   left   at   the   farmyard   and   campers have   a   5-10   minute   walk   to   the   site,   which   adds   to   the   ‘wild   camping’   atmosphere.   Wheelbarrows are   free   to   borrow   if   required   or   for   those   with   a   lot   of   equipment   an   ATV   and   trailer   will   take   you to the campsite for a small fee.

First time at this site and it was amazing. Warm and friendly welcome. Had a lovely little pitch which was perfect for me and my partner. The facilities, equipment and local information was wonderful. Great fun had by everyone we met.

Spent a lovely night at Little Ropers. We were met by Tom who was super helpful. He showed us to our pitch in the woods which was stunning. The site facilities are basic but clean. Each pitch came with a fire pit that we made full use of.

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Little Ropers Woodland Camping Little Ropers Farm, Assington Rd, Bures, Suffolk, CO8 5JX

Pitches    -   Generously   spaced   pitches,   even   in   the   meadow.   These   vary   in   size   in   the   woodland   so are   allocated   to   you   upon   booking   depending   on   the   size   of   your   tent.   Pitch   requests   can   be        taken for returning campers. Bell   tent   Hire    –   *New   for   2021*   We   do   not   supply   tents   at   the   main   campsite   but   we   have   two premium bell tents for hire in a different area of the farm. Please see here  for more information. Facilities   -   ‘Back   to   basics’   facilities   on   site   –   we   have   no   electricity   on   site   but   do   have   a   flush toilet,   drinking   water   and   a   washing   up   sink   (no   hot   water).   At   the   farm   there   are   hot   showers   (£1 for 3 mins) as well as a toilet and washing up sink (with hot water). Campfires   -   Each   pitch   has   a   fixed   ground   open   fire   pit   for   your   use.   Hardwood   seasoned   logs   are available to purchase at the farm (please do not bring your own firewood). Parking - Free parking at the farm. Wheelbarrows    –   Wheelbarrows   are   available   for   use,   free   of   charge,   for   transporting   equipment from the carpark to the campsite (ATV trailer transport available for a small fee). Campsite   shop    -   We   have   a   small   campsite   shop   at   the   farm   offering   local   produce,   Ice-creams, BBQ   food,   pies,   crafts,   books   and   camping   essentials.   The   shop   operates   on   an   honesty   pot system.   There   is   a   fridge   with   some   space   to   store   campers   own   items,   a   Freezer   to   re-freeze icepacks and charging points for electrical devices. Family   business   with   a   friendly   service   -   We   are   a   family   run   farm   and   campsite;   we   strive   to make everybody feel welcome and in return expect the same respect for our site. Spectacular   local   walks   and   places   to   visit   -   The   surrounding   local   area   has   beautiful   walks   and cycle   routes;   we   have   laminated   walk   maps   with   pre-mapped   routes   you   can   borrow   to   explore   the local countryside. Including the famous Bures Dragon! Why not visit Assington farm shop for provisions or Assington country kitchen for a cream tea. Feeling   adventurous?   Book   in   with   the   Outdoor   Adventure   Center   for   some   kayaking   on   the   river Stour   or   try   your   hand   at   some   Archery   with   White   Dragon   Archery   in   our   local   village   of   Bures. Additional   attractions   include:   Rowing   boats   for   hire   in   Dedham,   visit   the   Harry   Potter   house   in Lavenham, the house of local artist Thomas Gainsborough in Sudbury or explore Colchester Zoo! We   welcome   families   and   small   well   behaved   groups    –   We   are   a   family   friendly   site;   well behaved   children   are   welcome   but   they   must   be   accompanied   by   a   responsible   adult   and   must respect   the   surroundings   and   other   campers.   We   do   not    allow   large   groups,   stag   or   hen   parties   or loud   groups   who   are   looking   to   party   the   night   away   -   this   is   not   what   our   site   is   all   about.   We   have a strict 10pm noise curfew on site. Dogs or other pets are not allowed. Please   be   aware   we   are   primarily   a   working   farm,   at   some   times   of   year   there   may   be   noise disruption   from   machinery   working   around   the   farmyard   or   in   the   fields.   All   members   of   the   public must   abide   by   safety   signs   put   in   place   and   children   must   be   accompanied   by   an   adult   at   the   farm at all times. This is for your own safety.

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