This is unlike a traditional campsite. With just four well-spaced bell tents spread across our field, you'll enjoy a real sense of space, peace, and privacy. Each tent is thoughtfully furnished with a double bed, soft bedding, towels, and two extra airbeds, giving you comfort and space to unwind. You'll also have your own gas cooker and fire-pit/BBQ, so you can cook and relax outdoors at your own pace. Looking for a beautiful countryside escape with friends or family? Readers Field is available for exclusive hire, giving you full private access to all four bell tents and the entire site. It’s ideal for small gatherings, family getaways, or simply switching off in nature—with no one else around. Just one hour from London, 30 minutes from Cambridge and only 25 minutes from Stansted Airport, Readers Field Glamping offers a relaxed, off-grid break in the heart of the north Essex countryside. Set in a spacious six-acre field in the village of Great Sampford, our small, independent site is all about slowing down and enjoying the simple pleasures of outdoor living. You'll have access to our cosy cabin, which includes a hot shower, flushable toilet, small fridge/freezer and a place to charge your phone. The cabin also has a selection of board games for you to enjoy during those relaxed evenings. With long views, big skies, and a slower pace of life, it's the perfect chance to unplug and reconnect with nature. Exclusive glamping hire in Essex, just an hour from London—book the whole site and make it your own. Our family has lived here for 40 years and created Readers Field Glamping as a place to share what we love most: campfires, starry nights, fresh air, and a slower way of living. Whether you're here for a short break or an exclusive group stay, we’d love to welcome you.

Stephen and his family have lived at the property for almost 40 years and have owned the field for over 20 years. They have a love for camping and the countryside and want to share their wonderful field with others who enjoy the great outdoors. Stephen and his family live next door to the field and will be on hand to help with anything including where to find the best local pubs, walks and cycle routes

Located in the heart of the beautiful Essex countryside, Readers Field Glamping is surrounded by charming villages, historic towns, and the iconic city of Cambridge. Just 8 miles away is Saffron Walden, a historic market town recently voted one of the best places to live in the UK. Closer still, the picturesque villages of Finchingfield and Thaxted—both around 5 miles from the site—offer classic English charm. A local pub is within walking distance, easily reached via footpaths that cross the surrounding fields. There's also a family-friendly pub just a 5-minute drive away. In Finchingfield and Thaxted, you'll find cozy tea rooms, traditional pubs, and a few independent shops to explore. If you're up for a day trip, the historic city of Cambridge is just a 40-minute drive away. Discover its breathtaking university architecture, try your hand at punting along the River Cam, and relax afterward with a well-earned drink in one of its many inviting pubs.