Camping in Cambridgeshire

A couple sitting outside their tent

When it comes to caravan and camping, very few places can rival the beautiful locations that National Trust campsites are set in - ideal for exploring the surrounding countryside.

Spend a night under the stars in the great outdoors of East Anglia and wake up to the sounds of wildlife that call our places home. If you're new to camping or want somewhere with facilities or hardstanding to bring your caravan, then try Houghton Mill campsite.

Campsites
Guests at Waterclose Meadow, Houghton Mill

Houghton Mill's Waterclose Meadows Campsite, Cambridgeshire 

Nestling on the banks of the Great Ouse river and with fantastic views of the historic working mill, our campsite at Waterclose Meadows offers a great place to park your caravan, motorhome or campervan. It's perfect for those who love walking, cycling, canoeing and relaxing in nature. The campsite is open March - October.

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Something a little different
Luxury camping pod at Houghton Mill

Camping pods 

Why not camp in style in one of our new camping pods? Each pod can sleep up to four people and comes with little luxuries like a microwave and kettle. Pods cost £50 per night (minimum stay 2 nights and 3 on bank holiday weekends).

Plan your stay in a camping pod

Top tips and things to do

Highertown Farm campsite, Cornwall

Best places to camp with us 

From lakeside tent pitches to woodland hideaways and sites near the beach, we’ve hand picked our best UK campsites to help you find your next camping holiday.

Camping essentials from the National Trust

Camping essentials 

Find all your camping essentials at our online shop. From tents to sleeping bags, kettles and sporks, and even a handheld espresso machine to enjoy a proper coffee under the stars.

Explore the wonders of nature at Colby Woodland Garden

Things to do on your camping trip  

Want to get the most out of your camping trip? Try out your culinary skills with some campfire cooking. Use a pine cone to predict the weather. Draw pictures of the bird sitting outside your tent to help you identify it when you get home.