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Glamping places in the UK for spectacular autumn walks

There’s nothing quite like glamping in the UK to soak up the colours of autumn. Pull on chunky knits, lace up sturdy boots and head outside where the vibrant palette of reds and oranges bring a fresh energy and feel-good feast for the senses. 

 

Glamping in autumn helps your brain and body slow down and relax before the madness of the festive season takes hold. Think steaming hot chocolates in cosy pubs, crackling fires, and woodland trails. From lakeside cabins to forest hideaways, here are our favourite glamping places in the UK for spectacular autumn walks.

Loch Katrine, Stirlingshire

Cosy glamping with autumn lake views

The stunning scenery of Loch Katrine in the heart of the Trossachs comes alive with colour in the autumn. While you could take a steamship across the lake, the best way to embrace the season is to hike the five-mile eastern shoreline walk, where oak and birch leaves blanket the ground and dramatic mountains rise in the background. Autumn enthusiasts will love the mix of lakeside views, colourful foliage, and crisp, clean air.

Stay nearby at Rowan Cabin, a luxurious lakeside glamping hideaway overlooking Loch Venachar. Curl up by the crackling wood burner after long walks, sip mulled wine on the deck, or explore the surrounding unspoilt countryside and nearby lochs.

Kielder water & Forest Park, Northumberland

Forest glamping retreat amid England’s largest woodland

Kielder Water and Forest Park in Northumberland is home to England’s largest forest, which bursts into a spectacular technicolour display in autumn. Walking trails like Lakeside Way let you explore the forest at your own pace, while stargazers will appreciate the Gold Tier Dark Sky status and Kielder Observatory events.

Holly at Hesleyside offers the perfect autumn retreat, with a wood-fired hot tub to soak in as you watch the light change across the trees, enjoy cosy interiors with a warm fire, and return each evening to comfort after a full day of scenic walking. It's a true woodland escape for autumn adventurers.

National Trust Stourhead, Wiltshire

Tree-top glamping with woodland walks

The world famous landscape gardens at Stourhead in Wiltshire are a living work of art, especially in autumn. A 5.5-mile woodland walk showcases russet and amber-hued trees, King Alfred’s Tower, and Iron Age hillforts, while National Trust events like early morning photography sessions let you capture the misty golden hour.

Stay at Solstice Yurt, perched in the trees on Scotland Lodge Farm, with swings, hammocks, and a firepit to relax after exploring. The highlight is the “hot trough”, a cleverly repurposed cattle trough warmed by a wood burner, perfect for soaking while leaves tumble from the trees. Glamping doesn’t get cosier than this.

RHS Wisley, Surrey

Surrey garden glamping in autumn

RHS Wisley gardens erupt with colour in autumn, with oakwood and Japanese maple trees turning brilliant shades of red and orange. October brings the five-day ‘Festival of Flavour’, a chance to sample seasonal produce straight from the garden.

The Riverside cabin offers a cosy glamping experience nearby, with a deck overlooking the water where you can enjoy your harvest. Row along the river, curl up by the wood burner, and relax in a cabin with a king-sized bed, rainfall shower, and a fully equipped kitchen. Perfect for a weekend of glamping with garden walks and culinary finds.

Westonbirt, Gloucestershire

Cosy Cotswold glamping near national arboretum

The National Arboretum at Westonbirt is autumn at its finest, with native and international trees blazing with colour. Wildlife, fungi, and forest fruits make every walk fascinating, and the arboretum draws visitors from around the world.

[Buzzard’s Reach](Buzzard’s Reach) sits forty minutes away in a romantic Cotswold valley, lit by fairy lights strung in the trees. Inside, upcycled oak and elm boards give a cosy glow. Walk to National Trust Beechwoods straight from the door, or hop into Stroud or Cheltenham for farmers markets and cultural delights. A perfect mix of glamping in the UK and countryside adventure.

Thorp Perrow, Yorkshire

Luxury woodland glamping in North Yorkshire

Thorp Perrow celebrates autumn with guided fungus forays and Halloween trails. Its woodland gardens host some of Britain’s finest tree collections, and the ‘Autumn Bays’ are ideal for pausing to drink in the seasonal colours.

Cran Darach Treehouse combines peak luxury with forest immersion, with two king-sized bedrooms, wood-fired hot tub, sauna, and spacious decks. Nearby activities include croquet, badminton, and exploring Ripon Cathedral or Ripley Castle. For glamping in the UK that balances adventure, relaxation, and autumnal splendour, this is a must-visit.

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