BrackenXcapes
A family-run nine-acre glamping field near Newark where the activities roster (archery, axe throwing, rifle shooting) is as much the draw as the pods and hot tub.
BrackenXcapes sits on nine acres of Nottinghamshire countryside in the village of North Muskham, ten minutes from Newark-on-Trent. Ten glamping units span pods, cabins, tipis, and a tiny house, all arranged around communal space that includes a firepit, outdoor kitchen, barbecues, games area, young apple orchard, and beehives. The host Nigel runs the site with the kind of hands-on attentiveness that shows up in reviews: new lights fitted, fan delivered, chocolates left as an apology for a minor inconvenience.
The activities lift this well above the typical pod park. On-site archery, crossbow, axe throwing, and target shooting make it a strong choice for groups or couples after more than a long soak, and the hot tub remains for anyone who just wants to decompress. Dogs stay in units with secure gardens, which the reviews rate as a genuine bonus rather than an afterthought. The River Trent is within walking distance for an easy morning outing, and the Muskham Ferry pub is also reachable on foot.
Sherwood Forest is under half an hour away and Clumber Park is 17 miles, making the site a reasonable base for exploring the East Midlands. Lincoln is 20 minutes; Nottingham 45. One reviewer notes the units can run warm in summer and that a rail line runs nearby, so light sleepers should factor that in. Newark itself offers restaurants and pubs eight minutes down the road.
Before you book
- Units can get warm in summer with doors closed; the site backs on to a rail line which may disturb light sleepers.
“Nigel's well-run glamping operation earns its reputation through genuine owner care, a proper on-site activities programme, and the kind of communal space that gives groups something to actually do together.”
Why it made the cut
- Owner-present and genuinely responsive host with strong review consistency
- Archery, axe throwing, and rifle shooting on site make this more than a pod-and-hot-tub formula
- Dogs welcome in units with secure gardens, River Trent walking access on the doorstep
- Easy reach of Sherwood Forest, Clumber Park, Newark, Lincoln, and the Muskham Ferry pub
The Feeling
Immaculate · Curated rustic · Sociable tempo
Good For
- Date
- Family
- Dog holiday
- Big group
Best For
- Luxury glamping in pods, cabins and tipis with hot tub and communal firepit
- Family breaks with kids' play area and under-5s welcome
- Weddings and group bookings on a 9-acre private site
In Campr's collections
- Sauna soak sleepHot tub across the site with a proper communal firepit and activities to fill the hours in between.
- Dog holiday hqDogs stay in units with secure enclosed gardens; the River Trent is a short walk for a morning run.
- Date night campingCouples return repeatedly for the host's personal touch, the activities, and the easy escape from the city.
Facilities
Quick answers
- Does BrackenXcapes allow dogs?
- Yes, dogs are welcome at BrackenXcapes.
- Are campfires allowed at BrackenXcapes?
- Yes, campfires are allowed in provided fire pits.
- What kind of stays does BrackenXcapes offer?
- Glamping, in a field.
- How much does BrackenXcapes cost?
- Premium pricing. Check the owner's site for current rates.
- Where is BrackenXcapes?
- Bracken Farm, Vicarage Ln, North Muskham, Newark NG23 6DU, UK.
Where it is
Bracken Farm, Vicarage Ln, North Muskham, Newark NG23 6DU, UK
In a field · Nottinghamshire · East Midlands · 53.129° N, 0.823° W
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