Goodwins Farm

From £18 For 1 night, 4 adults 10 12 reviews
Our tent and pitch (added by charlotte_d136400 18 Jul 2022)
Beautiful views (added by chris_d939597 16 aug 2021)
The hay meadow (added by manager 19 jul 2021)
August bank holiday weekend 2022 ☀️ (added by visitor 06 sep 2022)

  • Peaceful 40-acre Suffolk campsite with secluded woodland pitches
  • Aldeburgh 25 minutes' drive; Lowestoft 40 minutes
  • A mile and a half from the village shop and tea rooms
Goodwins Farm is a peaceful 40-acre site set in a quiet agricultural area near the Suffolk village of Peasenhall. The site is located about a mile and a half from the village centre, where there is a shop, a butcher's, a church and a tea rooms. Guests here also have access to a great network of paths that crisscross the local countryside, plus cycle routes along the coast just a short distance away to the east. The facilities here include a unisex composting toilet, an outdoor washing-up sink, a unisex indoor toilet, a unisex indoor shower and the use of a freezer and fridge. The farm has firepits to hire with free firewood that you're welcome to forage from the forest floor, plus communal tables, chairs and a barbecue for sharing. Goodwins Farm is family-friendly, but as there are two ponds on site (and livestock), it's important that all children are properly supervised throughout their time here. The site staff recommend bringing a torch, sturdy shoes and insect repellent to make the most out of this off-grid location.

Site type

Tent pitches 10
Opens 28 June
Please note
  • No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Fri, 28 Jun to

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Our family had the most amazing weekend wonderful site clean friendly can’t…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (five person)

Liked: Our family had the most amazing weekend wonderful site clean friendly can’t wait to come back next year

Disliked: Nothing

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From the manager: Thank your for your review, it is rewarding for us to know our efforts are appreciated! Hope to see you next year! Zoë

My partner and I loved the beautiful layout of the field…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money No rating
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Rob E. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (five person)

Liked: My partner and I loved the beautiful layout of the field and backdrop of woodland with picnic benches and shaded areas if needed ,such a relaxed vibe with friendly and helpful hosts . If you'd like a change from camping on the conventional holiday parks this is the place to visit with miles of byways and paths for cycling and walking to explore and unwind. We'll definitely return for another adventure ! Thanks

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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review, we love to hear when other people enjoy our peaceful, wooded site. Zoë

Excellent spacious site with good facilities and wonderful hosts

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
DANIEL M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (five person)

Liked: - The tranquility and relaxed atmosphere. - Beautiful flowers and woodland around the site. - Great fire pit and barbecue available & plenty of wood. - The campsite owners Colin and Zoe were really welcoming, friendly and helpful. - Kids loved playing table tennis and football in the field. - Excellent value for money. We hope to camp there again!

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From the manager: Thank you for your review Daniel, it is very encouraging for us to have such positive feedback. It is great seeing families enjoying the site (even when the weather is a bit grim!!) Zoë

Peaceful site with clean facilities, wonderful owners, great location

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Caitlin W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (five person)

Liked: We couldn’t have had a more welcoming arrival and despite the awful weather (of course no fault of the owners), we had such a wonderful stay at Goodwin’s Farm. Would strongly recommend and would love to return in the near future. It was wonderful for my little sister and I to meet the horse on the farm and for Zoe to spend time with us chatting about her.

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From the manager: Thank you Caitlin for leaving a review, you and your sister were brave to stick out the rain, I'mglad the stay was enjoyable despite the weather! Look forward to seeing you again. Zoë

Lovely welcoming hosts who were accommodating when our plans changed at the…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (five person)

Liked: Lovely welcoming hosts who were accommodating when our plans changed at the last minute. The site was peaceful, our children loved exploring the woodland and having a firepit. The facilities were excellent and so clean. We loved it so much we've already booked to return!

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From the manager: Hello Sian Thank you for your kind review, we are glad you and the children appreciated the campsite, it was lovely hearing the children run around enjoying themselves, thank you for leaving the facilities so clean and tidy when you left! Look forward to seeing you again August. Zoë

A lovely site to experience real peace again.. Friendly & welcoming.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Darren G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (basic, woodland)

Liked: Very friendly & welcoming owners, on arrival you’re offered a choice of pitches around a very organised field with all amenities within walking distance.. Tent up, car parked & chilled 😎🥂😎 Peace & quiet with only nature’s calls all around.. The stars at night were epic.. the Milky Way was so clear to see, so reclining chairs a must with a flask of coffee, you’ll be out there for hours 🌔✨🪐 A perfect base camp for exploring the fabulous Suffolk coast & finding wonderful items at Friday Street CarBoot Sale, early on a Sunday mornings!

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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we are so glad you appreciated what we have to offer here. Hope to see you again one day. Zoë

Excellent, wonderful hosts. The perfect campsite for a relaxing trip.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Phoenix F. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (basic, woodland)

Liked: Everything! The location was wonderful, lovely a peaceful and the breakfast was amazing. An unforgettable morning.

Disliked: Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you your review we are pleased you enjoyed your stay here and it is a pleasure to cook breakfast for appreciative guests !! We hope to see you again.

Welcoming hosts.Very well equipped and spacious site.

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Laura M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (five person)

Liked: Welcoming and eco friendly

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From the manager: Thank you for your review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay here, we appreciate feedback from our guests!

Very welcoming hosts at a peaceful site with excellent facilities

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Lauren H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (five person)

Liked: A lovely peaceful site where you can choose if you want a pitch in the large spacious hay meadow or further into the woodland area. They do not have many pitches so everyone is spaced out nicely For a few pounds more I paid the extra to have the hot shower, toilet, washing up and fridge/freezer facilities that are in a garage area next to the main farmhouse. There is a composting toilet out in the woodland area if you are more of a wild camper. Lovely to see the sheep, chickens and horse on the farm. Zoe and Colin were very welcoming and friendly hosts. I would definitely come back to stay again.

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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we are pleased you appreciated the campsite and hope to see you again Zoë

Great site with open sky

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Richard H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass and earth tent pitch (basic, woodland)

Liked: Only booked on the off chance as my sons wanted to test out his new tent. So glad we did. Great place with woodland and field pitches. Clean facilities and great night views.

Disliked: Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you for writing a review we are pleased you enjoyed the peaceful campsite and the lovely night sky.


Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker

Forest

Peaceful

Walkers' paradise

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Communal fridge

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Pop-up campsite

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby

Horse riding nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Restaurant nearby

Location

Goodwins Farm

Heveningham Long Lane

Peasenhall

Saxmundham

Suffolk

England

IP17 2JW

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

52.28633°N
1.43762°W

Nearest transport

Coach
9.9 mi Broad Street
10 mi School Lane
11.8 mi Chaucer Street
Rail
3.8 mi Darsham Rail Station
5.1 mi Halesworth Rail Station
5.4 mi Saxmundham Rail Station
Ferry
10 mi Walberswick Ferry Landing
10 mi Southwold Ferry Landing
19.4 mi Reedham Ferry South
Airport
27.4 mi Norwich International Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Local attractions and activities include: - Framlingham Castle: 15 minutes' drive - Snape Maltings: 20 minutes - Easton Farm Park: 20 minutes - Aldeburgh: 25 minutes - Walberswick: 25 minutes - RSPB Minsmere: 25 minutes - Southwold: 30 minutes - Lowestoft: 40 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Southwold The Denes 10.4 mi Sea N/A N/A N/A N/A
Southwold The Pier 11 mi Sea N/A Good Good Excellent
Lowestoft (South Of Claremont Pier) 17.9 mi Sea N/A Good Good Good
Lowestoft (North Of Claremont Pier) 18.2 mi Sea N/A Good Good Good
Felixstowe North 22.8 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Framlingham Castle 5.9 mi

Orford Castle 13.9 mi

Sutton Hoo Anglo-Saxon Burial Mounds 14 mi

Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 14.1 mi

Bressingham Steam and Gardens 17.4 mi

National Trust

Sutton Hoo 14 mi

Orford Ness National Nature Reserve 14.1 mi

Elizabethan House Museum 25.1 mi

Flatford: Bridge Cottage 28.8 mi

Lavenham Guildhall 29.8 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

HEVENINGHAM HALL 1.7 mi

Framlingham - Saxtead - Saxtead Green - Apsey Green - Framlingham 6 mi

Framlingham - Brandeston - Kettleburgh - Lampardbrook - Framlingham 6 mi

Spexhall 6.1 mi

Fressingfield 6.5 mi

Local events

  • Latitude Festival (Thursday 25 July 2024 – Thursday 25 July 2024)

    Beccles, Suffolk 7.9 mi

  • Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival (Saturday 28 September 2024 – Saturday 28 September 2024)

    Aldeburgh, Suffolk 8.8 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Want to know more about camping in Suffolk?

  • Does Goodwins Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Goodwins Farm dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Goodwins Farm? Local attractions and activities include: - Framlingham Castle: 15 minutes' drive - Snape Maltings: 20 minutes - Easton Farm Park: 20 minutes - Aldeburgh: 25 minutes - Walberswick: 25 minutes - RSPB … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Goodwins Farm?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Goodwins Farm? From £18 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.