About
Our campsite
A warm introduction and how the campsite works
Welcome to Riddlesworth Park Campsite, a wonderful wild meadow flanked by ancient parkland nestled on the Norfolk and Suffolk border. It’s a place we cherish, and we think you will too. We can’t wait to share it with you, where for the duration of your stay, this special place is yours alone to enjoy.
The heart of our glorious campsite; in a quiet corner of our family farm, is about creating a special space where you, your family, and your friends can make lasting memories. By renting the entire site, you get it all to your selves, ensuring a completely carefree holiday at your own pace,
whether you`re reuniting with old Uni mates and their chlidren (and dogs!) for laughter, games, and fun – or you`re looking to escape into nature for some quiet time – you won`t be disturbed by anyone else. It`s your space to relax, recharge, and enjoy without comprimise.
Everything you need to know about your stay
Whether you’re reconnecting with loved ones, celebrating a special occasion, or simply escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life, we want to make sure you leave with memories to cherish for a lifetime. Here’s everything you need to know about your stay.
Exclusive-Use Campsite
It`s all yours!
Whether you’re reconnecting with loved ones, celebrating a special occasion, or simply escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life, we want to make sure you leave with memories to cherish for a lifetime. Here’s everything you need to know about your stay.
Stay your way
Pitch your tent, your way
Set up your own tents on our spacious site. We also welcome caravans and motorhomes (we don’t have electric hook-ups, so be sure to charge up before you arrive). It’s the ideal setup for anyone looking for a traditional camping experience with some welcome home comforts, as well as plenty of space to stretch out.
We are family-friendly – and that includes dogs
Children of all ages love the freedom on offer at Riddlesworth Park Campsite. As we’re a working farm and home to horses and sheep, we ask that dogs are kept on leads while on the campsite to keep them and our livestock safe. But the good news for your four-legged friends is that we have our own secure dog park a couple of fields away, as well as miles of beautiful dog walks, so they can enjoy freedom in the wilds of Norfolk too!
“Family is not an important thing.
It’s everything.”
Michael J Fox
Our story
Riddlesworth Park is nestled within our family`s 800-acre farm, which has been in the Chandler family since 1969. For over 20 years, Ben and his father, John, have worked together to run the farm, growing a variety of crops including vegetable, sugar beet, wheat, and barley
Driven by his commitment to sustainability, Ben sought to restore parts of the land to ancient parkland, creating a space that nurtures both nature and people. and so, Riddlesworth Park Campsite was born.
The farm`s evolution is guided by a singular mission – to ensure its sustainability for generations to come. As you enjoy your stay, you`ll notice the rich wildlife that thrives here, from butterflies and deer to muntjac, hares, and an array of birds including red kites, hattiers, owls, and buzzards. If you`re lucky, you might even spot a newt or two!
Ben`s dedication to preserving the countryside has led him to plant native wild grasses, replant miles of trees – all in the pursuit of encouraging local biodiversity and fostering a healthier, more vibrant environment.
As for me, my passion for horses and wildflowers runs deep. You`ll likely meet my dear old horse, Ernesto, along with his companions, enjoying their retirement in our rolling paddocks. My love for wilds, free foral arrangements – and the joy they bring – means you`ll always be greeted by a fresh jug of seasonal flowers from my cutting garden.
We look forward to welcoming you soon.
Lou x
Onsite fun
There`s plenty to keep all ages entertained!
Don`t worry if you`re not an experienced camper, there`s plenty to keep all ages entertained. From a giant sand pit to a French boule piste, and den building spaces to an adventure slack ilne, you`ll never be short of things to do.
A giant sandpit
French boule piste
Mowed area for games
A woodland area for den building, adventure slack line, swig, bug hotel and fairy village
Undercover BBQ fire pit, tables, bar area
A snug with wood burner
A pantry with two fridges and a mini freezer
An undercover area with sinks
3 proper fluching loos
2 hot power showers
Don`t forget to bring your bikes along too!
Fun and games
On-site activities for all ages
Fun, games and den building adventure
There’s plenty to keep guests of all ages entertained during your stay, including: your own French boule piste, giant sandpit, mowed area for games such as rounders or French cricket, woodland play with wooden tractors and den building, swing, Cornhole and fairy village.
Campfire cooking
Someone famous once said “Light a campfire and everyone’s a storyteller” but in fact it’s quite hard to find campsites that allow this wonderful old tradition. We trust our guests (plus we’ve installed our own old-fashioned fire bell!) so you can experience the joys of cooking over wood, sharing campfire stories and all the adventure and life-lessons that building your own fire brings.
The Barn
Rain or shine, The Barn is here to enhance your stay. This cosy, multifunctional space (with power and light) built by Ben entirely from recycled materials from our farm, has spacious outdoor decking leading onto:
- A large, undercover firepit cooking area (with sustainably sourced logs provided) means you can cook outdoors whatever the weather
- A sociable covered dining area seating up to 40 people as well as a sociable bar with space for 6 to sit comfortably
- The snug. Fully enclosed, it has four comfy sofas and a wood burning stove: the ideal place for hours of chatting, reminiscing and catching up with friends or playing family board games. As well as a perfect space to warm up and dry off after a day paddleboarding or having a children vs grown ups water fight, it has also been turned into a disco, an escape room and a spa (thanks to a mobile a luxury home spa service) by our imaginative guests!
Your kids can run free!
We have two boys (and often many more – we`re that kind of home!) so we know the value of letting them run free, worry free. With five acres of space to explore, your children can run wild in nature.
Our woodland play area and outdoor games provide endless entertainment, whicle you can relax, catch up with friends, finish a book or enjoy an uninterrupted conversation – knowing your kids are having the time of their lives!
Comforts and facilities
All the practical details that make the stay comfortable.
Hot, clean power showers and flushing loos
Speaking of those home comforts, guests love our showers and loos – they’re modern, spotlessly clean and transform your camping experience. It’s like having your own ensuite facilities in the great outdoors!
The Pantry
No camping trip is complete without good food! The Pantry is furnished with an American-style fridge freezer, drinks fridge, and plenty of shelving to store your essentials. Wooster’s Bakery bakes traditional and artisan pastries, bread and cakes from their bakery on our farm, selling it at local stores and farm shops, so you can pre-order mouth-watering treats (with no nasties – we highly recommend their croissants, cheddar and jalapeno sourdough and brownies). Garboldisham Village Store is just a 5-minute drive away, selling fresh vegetables, local free-range eggs, fresh local meat, newspapers as well as all the other daily essentials. Tesco’s, Sainsburys and Morrisons will also deliver to the campsite.
The Kitchen
Cooking on a camping trip doesn’t have to be a hassle. Our kitchen features two large sinks, hot and cold running water, and a draining area – so you won’t be stuck washing up in tiny bowls. What’s more, the children can have a blast doing the washing up as we don’t mind if our floor gets drenched during a suds-fuelled water fight!
Late Sunday checkout
Please always ask if you’d like to extend your holiday for a few precious hours – we will always try to accommodate you if we can.
We have our own microclimate!
It’s true! There’s something about the way that land lies at Riddlesworth Park which means it’s often a few degrees warmer at the campsite than in the surrounding fields. It can even be raining at the farmhouse, but sunny at the campsite (which makes for spectacular rainbows!).
The barn and social spaces
Indoor and sheltered communal areas
The Barn
Built in 2020, our unique, woooden barn is made entirely from recycled materials.
Kitted out with a wood burner and sofas, our cosy rainy day snug in the barn is perfect for those days when the British weather just isn`t on your side. There`s plenty of tables and benches to huddle around while you`re waiting for the undercover BBQ fire pit to cook your dinner.
The Barn
Rain or shine, The Barn is here to enhance your stay. This cosy, multifunctional space (with power and light) built by Ben entirely from recycled materials from our farm, has spacious outdoor decking leading onto:
A large, undercover firepit cooking area (with sustainable sourced logs provided) means you can cook outdoors whatever the weather.
A sociable covered dining area seating up to 40 people as well as a sociable bar with space for 6 to sit comfortably.
The Snug
The Snug. Fully enclosed, it has four comfy sofas and a wood burning stove: the ideal place for hours of chatting, reminiscing and catching up with friends or playing family games. As well as a perfect space to warm up and dry off after a day paddleboarding or having a children vs grown ups water fight, it has also been turned into a disco, an escape rom and a spa (thanks to a mobile luxury home spa service) by our imaginative guests!
“A place where stories are made, smiles are abundant, and campers can`t wait to return.”
Riddlesworth Park Campsite Guest
Our farm
Since 1969, Home Farm has been owned and run by Ben`s father, John, who enjoy growing potatoes, sugar beet, carrots, onions, wheat and barley. Not only this, but they also have a large free-range egg farm, so there are always plenty of fresh eggs for breakfast!
As is common with many farms nowadays, we`re always looking for and trialling new ways to diversify our farm.
Green Energy such as a Biomass wood boiler to keep us warm and solar panels for cheaper and greener energy
Repurposed our old farm buildings to light commercial units as well as a few containers to let
Three acres of secure parkland where you can exclusively let your dogs play, exercise, and train
Sowing a native wild grass mix and replanting hedges and trees with the goal of encouraging the natural diversity of the local plant and wildlife.
16,000 egg laying free range chickens
Nature and reconnection
Digital Detox, peace, and stargazing
Nature and the great outdoors
Reconnecting with nature and digital detox
One of the most cherished things about Riddlesworth Park is that we offer a true escape from the digital world. Our guests love being able to switch off from screens and reconnect with nature. There’s no Wi-Fi on-site, and we intentionally keep it that way, allowing families to truly unplug. (For emergencies, there is patchy 4G signal, just in case you need it…and our farmhouse is only two fields away).
Stargazers’ paradise
If you’re visiting from London or any other urban area, prepare to be amazed by our skies. The sunsets are nothing short of breath-taking, but it’s the night skies that truly steal the show. Here, you’ll find a view untouched by light pollution, offering a stunning canvas of stars, constellations, and even the occasional planetary parade. On rare nights, you might even catch a glimpse of the aurora borealis. Whether you’re simply gazing up or stargazing with a sense of wonder, the skies here are something to behold.
“My only wish is to stay like this.”
Claude Monet
Reviews
Just back from a weekend with a group of friends and all our children (14 under 5!) all I can say is beautiful, everything is just perfect all the little touches finished off a treat.
Showers so powerful and clean, the barn is such a fab idea especially with the little snug! Perfect can't wait to come back
We had a GLORIOUS time at this amazing site at the weekend. Our children ran around from the moment we arrived until the moment we left! The communal areas are so well-equipped and lovely and clean.
We left with blissfully happy children (infinity out of 10 according to my 5 year old) and smiley parents. I can't wait to return and won't let a slightly damp weather forecast delay my booking.
We have just spent the weekend here. What a gem in the Norfolk countryside; the kind of place you want to keep a secret so you can book again next year!
Visiting with almost as many under fives as adults it was brilliant to have such clean and practical facilities as well as an undercover area for the (inevitable) English rain.
Loads of space for the kids to run and play during the day and a glorious fire for the grownups to relax for an hour or three after the children finally slept.
I'd come back next weekend if I could.
Thank you so much!
Another fantastic weekend at Riddlesworth. Such a brilliant concept to have an exclusive use campsite. Showers & toilets were spotless, plenty of anti bac everywhere.
Spent most of the weekend cycling around the site and to the river to cool off Rib eye steaks cooked on the huge firepit after Tesco delivered to the site and we unpacked everything into the huge fridges. The owners checked we had everything.
Wow!!!
What an amazing place to spend time with a group of friends and their children. Our time was spent playing old fashioned games, in front of the fire pit whilst cooking food and relaxing on the beautifully designed site, with all details covered, down to the brownies and flowers on arrival.
The fairy houses, wooden tractors, swing and race cars were all a hit with all of our under 4s! There’s a wonderful local walk to the beautiful water nearby to cool off on a sunny day!
Thank you to Lou and Ben - we will hopefully be able to return again soon xx
I hosted my husband’s 50th at Riddlesworth Park. What a superb venue. Drinks and chatter for 40 in the barn, before being swept off to The Troston Bull on a London bus for a black-tie dinner.
We returned for dancing (and more drinks!) and then 20 of us stayed in tents. Such a brilliant weekend and thanks to Lou for the gorgeous flowers, to Lou and Ben for recommending so many suppliers and for being such an accommodating and helpful hosts.
We’ve just had the best uni reunion ever at Riddlesworth. After twenty years, we met up with hordes of kids and dogs – we couldn’t have done it anywhere else.
We were noisy, wild and free – and because we had the space to ourselves it was perfect. Got a pizza van for the Saturday night which worked out brilliantly.
Lou and Ben couldn’t have been more helpful and charming.
We need an excuse to come back asap!
Just back from a wonderful four-day break at Riddlesworth. It was our fifth visit (which makes me a convert to camping)!
Riddlesworth is the perfect site - amazing facilities, the hugely helpful Lou, lots of brilliant days out on your doorstep and a wonderful sunny micro-climate.
The kids always have a ball running freely and the fabulous addition of the new barn (with gin bar) makes it even better for the adults!
We will be back next year for sure.
We had the best weekend at Riddlesworth Park. The facilities are superb...every little detail has been thought about to make it a fun and relaxing break.
Thank you, we will be back!
The facilities are outstanding. We had a great weekend and will be revisiting for sure.