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Glamping holidays are undeniably different from any other kind. From treehouses and cabins to yurts, huts and boats, each location is a far cry from the last. Each place promising the happy screech of kids running around the picnic table, the heart stopping second you let go of a river swing, or the late-night murmur and clink of bottles round the fire.
We personally inspect all of our glamping holidays in the UK, ensuring you have the connection with nature, the memories you couldn’t make anywhere else or the peace and quiet only wild spaces can afford you. To us, special isn’t just a word, it’s an experience you couldn’t have anywhere else.
The campfire is calling, the stars waiting, the woods and streams unexplored and untraversed – browse our collection of places we’ve personally visited, tested and loved below.
Series 4 of A Life More Wild is here to take you outdoors, wherever you are. In episode 4, we join writer and broadcaster Emma Gannon on the regenerative value of doing nothing.
We’re more than just glamping holidays in the UK. We’re a small, independent travel company that specialises in unique places to stay in nature, sure. We also champion sustainability and strive to make an impact on the world with all our choices. We only work with owners who’ve put their heart and soul into a space, and make glamping holidays truly special. Enduring the hardship of inspecting every single glamping place we add to the collection, we know how to match you with the perfect place.
Listening to the swaying of the trees and the song of the birds as the steam drifts up and the hot water soaks your tired limbs is one of the most blissful feelings you’ll ever know. So, when you see a treehouse with a hot tub, get yourself up there, you won’t regret it.
Give your focus to one thing – or one person – at a time on a cabin getaway. It’s good for the soul. Take a look at our off-grid cabins where your only urgent reminder is to enjoy the present.
We bring you treehouses made from the very forests they stand in, architectural marvels with beds comfier than a 5-star hotel’s and unique spaces that will fill your inner child with glee.
Thinking about taking to the water for a wild swim? Unsure of where to start? As wild swimming and cold-water therapy continues on its meteoric rise to wellbeing staple, we spoke to ex-surfing champion, and open water swimming coach, Sophie Hellyer to get her thoughts, tips and tricks for getting into arguably the oldest of health habits – wild swimming.
For our second wild weekend, we hopped on a train and headed for a part of Sussex that feels wonderfully remote even though it’s only an hour from London. Resisting the rolling downs and stunning coastline the county is famous for, Jack pitched up at Wilderness Wood; an incredible community project created to help people live and learn in a different way.
What is glamping?
Literally, "glamorous camping". Glamping is about being able to experience nature without having to pack all your camping gear. Amazing places to stay in the UK and Europe, such as treehouses, cabins and yurts with great beds and creature comforts, so you're surrounded by nature and don't have to try and fit a hot tub in a rucksack.
Why go glamping?
There are plenty of reasons why you should go glamping in the UK and Europe. Not only do you get the basics of camping, but also the added luxuries that come with glamping. And there's all these too:
What to bring glamping
What you need to bring will vary depending on which you're visiting. Always read the Essentials section for the place you're going to and get in touch with our Guest Experience Team if anything is unclear. You will only need to bring bedding in very few cases. It can be a good idea to stock up on food before you arrive, because some places have no shops nearby. We also recommend bringing:
Where can I go glamping?
Glamping is everywhere! We have unique glamping spaces all across the UK and Europe. From triangular pods in the depths of Cornwall to mirror cubes in the forests of Sweden, you will always find somewhere to glamp.
What is glamping accommodation?
Glamping accommodation is the best of camping and the best of hotels mashed together. Every space combines the outdoor adventure of camping with some creature comforts. Some are bit more rustic, with just wood-burners for heat and campfires for cooking, some have roll top baths and induction hobs, but let the outdoors in through rolled-back canvas walls.
Can you go glamping in winter?
Yes. Glamping in the UK during Winter is all about sitting by crackling campfires and wood burners, wrapped in blankets, or making a shrieking dash from the hot tub back into the warmth. Many places (especially the canvas ones) do close during Winter, when owners take time for maintenance or making exciting site changes, but the ones that are open are lovely.
Is glamping suitable for young children?
Definitely! In fact, it's beyond suitable, it's perfect. Yes, there are places across the UK and Europe where you'll need to be careful of a pond, or uneven ground, but we can help you choose a place where the kids can meet the animals, build dens and learn to love the outdoors.