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.
UPDATE 23.02.2021
Further to the latest government announcement we can confirm our opening will be delayed until 12th April 2021.
Unfortunately our facilities block will be unable to open on this date due to it being shared use and will therefore not open until 17th May 2021.
Water access, waste disposal, washing up access and electric hook ups will all be available.
All bookings between 12th April and 16th May will be required to have their own toilet and wash facilities.
On booking you will be asked to confirm you have read and agree to our current T&Cs. Normal cancellations will apply.
We look forward to welcoming you to Alton Water during 2021.
*** If your current booking is affected by the delay or service disruption between 1st April and 16th May, the team will be in contact to discuss options. Please bear with us at this time.
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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 and cycle hire shop. Also a very short walk away is the watersports centre and fun-packed, inflatable Aqua Park.
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!
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 cycle hire shop is off the first right and the campsite is the first left (slightly further up the road). The watersports centre is just around the corner to the right. Once you have turned into the campsite, park on the new arrivals bay on your left. You can
then walk across the road to the visitor centre to be checked in by our friendly team.
By Train
The nearest station is Ipswich Manningtree. The 92 bus picks up from outside the station and drops off at Alton Water Holebrook 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.