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Glamping near London

If you’re feeling a little tired of the big smoke, glamping near London may be the perfect antidote to city life. Let the skyline fall into green fields behind you, sirens fade into birdsong and swap dense traffic for the occasional puzzled sheep. 

In less than two hours, you could be exploring Sussex countryside, paddling the peaceful waterways of Essex, or picnicking beneath ancient oaks in the New Forest before returning to your own peaceful corner of nature. You'll find treehouses among towering pines, shepherd's huts with llamas for neighbours, and floating cabins reached only by rowboat. Together, they make up the best collection of glamping near London, each created by independent owners who know these landscapes inside out.

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Our popular place types near London

Cabins

Cabins

Treehouses

Treehouses

Shepherd's huts

Shepherd's huts

Safari tents

Safari tents

Why book your glamping escape near London with Canopy & Stars?

London's best escapes are closer than you think

City life can sometimes trick you into thinking a break in nature is a million miles away, but when you look beyond the usual Cornwall and South Devon hot spots, you’ve got a whole lot to explore that doesn’t require an entire day of sitting in traffic jams to get there. You don’t have to venture far to properly leave London behind. 

Proper rest looks different outdoors

Time slows naturally when your day revolves around woodland walks, outdoor baths, sunrise coffee and evenings beside the fire. It's amazing how restorative a weekend can feel when there isn't anywhere you're supposed to be. 

No copy-and-paste glamping here

Every treehouse, cabin and shepherd's hut belongs to someone with a completely different idea of what escaping should feel like. Some overlook lakes, some sit on working farms, some hide among woodland. We've visited every single one, so you don't have to gamble on somewhere that only looks good in photos.

Things to do when glamping near London

FAQs for glamping near London

How far are your glamping places from London?

Many of our glamping stays are within one to two hours of London, making them perfect for spontaneous weekends away. Whether you're heading to Sussex, Hampshire, Surrey, Kent, Essex, Berkshire or Oxfordshire, you'll spend less time travelling and more time outdoors. 

Can I go glamping near London by train?

Absolutely. Many of our stays can be reached by train and a short taxi ride, making it easy to leave the car at home. We've even rounded up some of our favourite glamping places you can reach from London by rail in this handy guide

Where are the best places to go glamping near London?

That depends what sort of weekend you're after. Sussex and Surrey are brilliant for walking and cosy pubs, Kent is packed with vineyards, orchards and farm shops, Hampshire offers the ancient woodland of the New Forest, while Essex surprises visitors with peaceful waterways, wildlife and enormous skies. Oxfordshire and Berkshire add riverside villages, beautiful countryside and plenty of excellent places to stop for lunch. 

What should I pack for a glamping trip?

Most of our stays have proper beds, kitchens and everything you'll need for a comfortable stay, so you can pack much lighter than you would for camping. We'd recommend walking boots, a waterproof, a warm jumper for evenings around the firepit, swimwear if your stay has a hot tub or outdoor bath, and a little extra room for anything you fancy at the local farm shop. 

Is glamping suitable all year round?

Definitely. Summer is made for breakfast outdoors and evenings around the firepit. Autumn brings golden woodland and crisp walks, winter is all about wood burners and steaming hot tubs, while spring fills the countryside with blossom, birdsong and newborn lambs. Every season gives these landscapes a different personality. 

What types of glamping can I book near London?

Our collection includes treehouses, cabins, shepherd's huts, yurts, safari tents, vintage caravans and beautifully designed off-grid hideaways. Every one is different because every owner has created a place that reflects the landscape around it. 

Is glamping near London good for a last-minute weekend away?

Very. Finish work on Friday, throw a bag in the boot or hop on a train and, before long, you could be sitting beside a firepit with a glass of wine while London carries on perfectly happily without you. Sometimes the best weekends are the ones you almost didn't book.

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