Moat Island Glamping
A five-acre eco glamping site on an actual medieval moat in North Norfolk, built around a natural swimming pond and privately fired bell tents.
Moat Island sits on the historic grounds of Haveringland Hall estate, a medieval moat forming the centrepiece of the five acres. The natural pond, chemical-free and edged with bullrushes, is the kind of swimming spot that takes a minute to commit to and then lingers in memory long after. No leisure-centre clarifiers, no lanes: just cold, clean water in a historic setting.
Bell tents and cabins each come with a private fire pit, which sets the tone for what kind of site this is. The outdoor communal kitchen is generously equipped and draws guests together in the evenings without forcing it. Chris and Georgia are on-hand hosts: reviewers consistently note prompt responses before arrival and a proper welcome on the day. The shower block is kept immaculately clean.
The cabin option adds a wood burner and a wood-fired hot tub, stretching the season through to autumn. The site is well-placed for BeWILDerwood, Roar, Wroxham Barns, and the Norfolk Broads if you want to make a proper trip of it, but the site earns its keep as a destination in its own right.
“Moat Island earns its reputation through the quality of its hosts and the singularity of its setting. The medieval moat, the natural pool, the private fires: this is eco glamping done with genuine commitment, not just the right language.”
Why it made the cut
- Natural chemical-free swimming pond is a genuine draw, not a marketing afterthought
- Private fire pits at every pitch and a well-equipped communal kitchen suit both couples and groups
- Chris and Georgia are present, responsive hosts with a clear point of view on what the site should be
- Strong eco commitments including composting toilets and native tree planting
The Feeling
Quietly glamorous · Soulful handmade · Mixed tempo
Good For
- Date
- Family
- Big group
Best For
- Glamping in bell tents and cabins with private fire pits on historic medieval moat grounds
- Natural chemical-free swimming pool as centrepiece of five-acre eco-friendly site
- Group bookings and couples seeking premium Norfolk countryside retreat with composting toilets and native tree planting
In Campr's collections
- Glamping at its bestBell tents with private fire pits on a medieval moat, hosted by owners who clearly care: this is glamping with genuine character rather than a platform and a floorplan.
- Date night campingQuiet, well-considered, with private fire pits and a wood-fired hot tub in the cabin: Moat Island is built for a properly off-grid couple's night.
- Big group bookingsThe outdoor communal kitchen and bell-tent cluster make Moat Island a natural fit for group bookings, the reviewers flag it explicitly as an ideal choice for larger parties.
Facilities
Quick answers
- Are campfires allowed at Moat Island Glamping?
- Yes, campfires are allowed in provided fire pits.
- What kind of stays does Moat Island Glamping offer?
- Glamping, in a field.
- How much does Moat Island Glamping cost?
- Premium pricing. Check the owner's site for current rates.
- Where is Moat Island Glamping?
- Hall Estate, Haveringland, Norwich NR10 4PN, UK.
Where it is
Hall Estate, Haveringland, Norwich NR10 4PN, UK
In a field · Norfolk · East of England · 52.749° N, 1.187° E
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