Alton water camping and caravanning
***2021 BOOKINGS NOW OPEN***
UK staycations are selling out fast for 2021, so now is the best time to book your perfect family short break or longer stay!
Book before 30 September and take advantage of the extended VAT rate reduction prices along with our covid assurance booking promise.
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Packed full of incredible outdoor activities, Alton Water is one of the best places for
camping in Suffolk. Wake up to the spectacular view of the sun over the reservoir and spend
the weekend in the great outdoors with your family!
About The Park
Alton Water is the largest water park in Suffolk with over 400 acres of beautiful countryside. With miles of tracks and trails, you can spend hours cycling or walking around the water.
Our campsite sits within the boundaries of the park, a stone’s throw away from our recently refurbished tea room. Also a very short walk away is the Watersports Centre and Cycle Hire.
The site is a level, grassy area with 88 pitches served by electric hook-ups (fee applies). The toilet/shower block has a male and a female section, with 5 showers per section. Additionally, there is a covered area for dish washing and a waste facility at the rear.
Our newly refurbished tea rooms serve hot & cold refreshments, snacks and meals throughout the day if you fancy a break from the camping stove! A large patio area lets you sit and enjoy the Suffolk sunshine. Within easy reach (and sight) of the campsite and tea room is the new children’s play area and sandpit, so the little ones can burn off some of their energy while you relax!
Contact us at: altonwatercampingenquiries@anglianwater.co.uk or on 07818 064818
Facilities | Opening & Check-in Times | Prices | How to get here
Facilities
There are a total of 88 caravan and camping pitches, 80 standard and 8 super pitches, with electric hook-ups available and a Suffolk Barn Style facility block with showers, toilet and wash facilities for campers.
Opening & Check-in times
We open from 1st April and the season runs until 30th September.
Check In times are from 2pm - 8pm on day of arrival with a check out time of 12pm on departure day.
Prices
The maximum unit size for both Standard and Super pitches** is 8x5m (total pitch space is around 10x10m).
What is the difference between a Standard and Super pitch**?
Super pitches are situated at the back of the campsite. As such, they are slightly quieter, and are further away from neighbouring tents. Due to the additional space, we can occasionally accommodate units larger than 8x5m, but please contact us using the form at the bottom of this page to confirm before booking.
**PLEASE NOTE SUPER PITCHES NOT AVAILABLE DURING 2021
Bookings are required to cover a minimum of 2 nights.
includes up to: 2 Adults, 3 children, 2 small pets, 1 vehicle
includes up to: 2 Adults, 3 children, 2 small pets, 1 vehicle
* Units exceeding 8 x 5 meters, will require an additional pitch booking.
** Late departures are available up until 4pm subject to availability. Enquire at reception on arrival.
*** To be eligible for the special advance purchase rate, bookings must be made online with your pitch booking. Onsite Day & Hourly hire is available see cycle hire page for details.
See Full Terms & Conditions
How to get here
Our address is:
Alton Water , Holbrook Road, Stutton, IP9 2RY
By car
The access road leads off Holbrook Road (B1080). The tea room and visitor centre is off the first right and the campsite is the first left (slightly further up the road). The watersports centre and cycle hire is just around the corner to the right. Once you have turned into the campsite, park on the new arrivals bay on your left and report to reception.
By Train
The nearest station is Ipswich Manningtree. The 92 bus picks up from outside the station and drops off at Alton Water Holbrook Road (20 mins). The campsite is 0.3 miles away from the bus stop (around 6 minutes walking).
What to do at Alton Water
Things to Do in The Area
Within 15 minutes’ walk
The King’s Head at Stutton and the Compasses and Bull in Holbrook are great places to have a bite to eat or a drink. Towards the Western end of the park is the White Horse, which is conveniently on the main park trail and is great for a refreshments pitstop.
Further afield
If you have a car (or are willing to undertake long walks), you can visit popular spots such as Pin Mill on the River Orwell, were the Butt & Oyster gastro pub is perched on the water’s edge. You can also find water’s edge drinking and dining at Shotley Gate on the River Stour, where you can visit the Bristol Arms and the Ship Wreck which both offer great views of the estuary.
Ipswich is only a short bus/car journey away (8 miles) and is packed with the usual city-based attractions and shopping opportunities. Alternatively, you can visit Manningtree (5 miles).
For food shopping, Holbrook Co-op is only 5 minutes away by car and Stutton has a very nice community shop run by volunteers offering a wide range of local produce.
Our water parks not only bring vital water resources for the region, but they also provide a fantastic day out for all the family.
Whether you're looking for an action-packed day on the water, a spot of fishing to escape the stresses and strains of everyday life, or simply want to enjoy a relaxing walk in beautiful surroundings, look no further than our fabulous water parks.