{"id":652,"date":"2015-08-21T00:00:31","date_gmt":"2015-08-21T00:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/?p=652"},"modified":"2022-07-20T20:15:41","modified_gmt":"2022-07-20T20:15:41","slug":"glamping-luxury-camping-in-the-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/europe\/glamping-luxury-camping-in-the-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"Glamping: 5 Places for Luxury Camping in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Explorer Linda Haden<\/em><\/p>\n

Commune with Nature in Lavish Settings<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Camping has long been seen as a dour, economical option for cash-strapped travelling hippies and other liberal types. Soggy sleeping bags, muddy boots and unappetising meals have become the hallmarks of a stereotypical British summer camping holiday, which in this day of modern conveniences (and considering the rather changeable British weather) makes it particularly unappealing to most individuals.<\/p>\n

However, this notion has now been turned on its head, with a number of innovative accommodation providers up and down the British Isles turning their once gritty and grotty campsites into bastions of five-star glitz.<\/p>\n

The premise\u00a0of this new breed of \u2018glamping\u2019 sites is fairly simple \u2013 those averse to getting their feet wet can now enjoy the outdoors in sumptuous, comfortable settings. This flourishing accommodation segment is now well entrenched into the psyche of the British travelling public, offering semi-adventurous travellers a mind-boggling myriad of swanky alternatives, including Mongolians yurts, shepherd\u2019s huts, safari tents, tepees, caravans and even treehouses.<\/p>\n

When booking your next\u00a0flight or holiday to the UK<\/a>, why not consider one of the following stylish, unconventional accommodation options instead of a bog-standard hotel? The enchanting and mystical British countryside and coast awaits.<\/p>\n

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Go Wild at Knepp<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Safaris, West Sussex<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Scene<\/strong>:\u00a0The primary highlight of this full-scale attraction are its guided safaris, which ramble through the site\u2019s sprawling 3500 acres. Here, Exmoor\u00a0ponies, Longhorn cattle, Tamworth pigs and red and fallow deer wallow within its green, verdant environs.<\/p>\n

Sleep<\/strong>: There are four accommodation options to choose from in this untamed corner of Southern England \u2013 bell tents, shepherd\u2019s huts, yurts and tipis. Lay your head on soft feather pillows and snuggle under comfy down duvets beneath the romantic, soft lighting of hurricane lamps as you drift off to sleep, listening intently to the sounds of nature around you. Keeping to the\u00a0eco-friendly theme, all furniture used in the accommodation offerings are made from\u00a0upcycled\u00a0pieces. Please\u00a0note, only children over 12 are\u00a0welcome.<\/p>\n

What we love<\/strong>:\u00a0<\/strong>This is the English\u00a0countryside at its stunning best and staying here is a\u00a0truly unique and memorable experience. Knepp Safaris is situated just a leisurely three-hour drive from\u00a0London<\/a> on the picturesque A24.<\/p>\n

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Knepp Safari’s Tent 2 tented accommodation | Image credit<\/span>: Knepp Safaris<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Get Groovy at Atlantic Surf Pods, Cornwall<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Scene<\/strong>:\u00a0A secluded and peaceful retreat on Cornish farmland.<\/p>\n

Sleep<\/strong>:\u00a0The curvy wooden cabins, complete with underfloor heating and cushy king-size beds, are spread out across green, undulating lawns. Each cabin comes with its own decked porch, gas barbecue-oven and a nifty wet room featuring a heated shower and flushing toilet. Definitely no sharing here!<\/p>\n

What we love<\/strong>:\u00a0The golden sands and crystal blue waters of Summerleaze Beach is a few minutes\u2019 walk away and it\u2019s approximately just an hour\u2019s drive to quaint Padstow, the world-renowned base for celebrity chef Rick Stein\u2019s exquisite collection of seafood restaurants and cafes.<\/p>\n

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Retro Rambling with Mad Dogs and Vintage Vans, Herefordshire<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Scene<\/strong>:\u00a0An eco-escapade\u00a0for those who love all things kitsch, smack bang in the leafy Forest of Dean.<\/p>\n

Sleep<\/strong>:\u00a0Four aged vans, dating from the 1930s to 1960s, were given a new lease of life with a lick of Farrow & Ball paint and generous wads of vintage fabric. The \u2018Gertie\u2019 van is the epitome of boho chic, while \u2018Elsie\u2019 features a whimsical 1950s interior. \u2018Monty\u2019, on the other hand, boasts a masculine, rustic vibe, while the site’s newest addition, \u2018Sybil\u2019, exudes a stoic air, reflecting its 1940s roots.<\/p>\n

What we love<\/strong>: Authentic fabrics, gas lights, wireless radios, tea sets and cocktail cabinets adorn each van, allowing you to recreate and experience the joys of much simpler times. The attention to detail is second to none.<\/p>\n

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Arriving at the retro Mad Dogs and Vintage Vans, Herefordshire. | \u00a0Image\u00a0Credit: Mad Dogs and Vintage Vans<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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Explore All and Yonder with Yurts at Full Circle, Lake District<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Scene<\/strong>:\u00a0Majestic vistas of the Rydal Beck river and its surrounding landscape\u00a0of ancient trees.<\/p>\n

Sleep<\/strong>:\u00a0Handcrafted in Mongolia, each yurt is decked in traditional symbols and colours, with a wood-burning stove perched right in the centre. Well insulated against the elements, the yurts are warm and cosy, even in the harshest\u00a0winters.<\/p>\n

What we love<\/strong>:\u00a0 It\u2019s far away from the maddening tourist crowds that often swamp the Lake District. If the utter isolation starts to get to you, take a leisurely 30-minute stroll to the charming town\u00a0of Ambleside\u00a0(or five minutes if you jump in a car).<\/p>\n

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Take a Trip to the Treehouse<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>at Harptree<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Court<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Image Credit: Harptree Court<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Scene<\/strong>:\u00a0Calming views of the woods and lake within the tranquil confines of the Harptree Court Country House Estate. Live out your Downtown Abbey dream.<\/p>\n

Sleep<\/strong>:\u00a0Made entirely and lovingly by hand, this gorgeous\u00a0treehouse\u00a0is filled to the brim with beautiful objects. Soak your weary body in the copper bath, or simply admire the views\u00a0from the verandah. It comes with a plush king-size bed, a fully equipped kitchen and a spacious living area with a wood-burning stove; a perfect hideaway.<\/p>\n

What we love<\/strong>:\u00a0It\u2019s a gloriously luxurious bolthole right on nature’s doorstep. The enigmatic city of Bath, with its clutch of attractions and thermal spas, is a mere 25-minute drive away.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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