Go Ape - Thetford
UK's No.1 Forest Adventure. Fly down zip-wires, leap off swings and tackle crossings across amazing scenery.
View and BookOFFERS*: Tour for Less | Kids for £1 (aged 5-17) | Under 5s stay free | £5 refundable deposit
Thetford Forest Club Campsite is set in luscious Forestry Commission woodland. Quiet and secluded, the campsite offers pitching areas in open glades and tempting trails for exploring the natural charms of the surrounding area. Within the forest there is a memorial area and guided trail dedicated to the Desert Rats, who were based and trained here during the Second World War. On-site there is an abundance of wildlife, with deer often spotted in the early mornings. The site is wonderful for dogs, with great walks nearby.
Within a short distance from Thetford Forest Club Campsite you will discover the market town of Swaffham. Steeped in Georgian history, the town also has a fine Saturday market for some leisurely retail therapy. It is also known for being the birthplace of Howard Carter, discoverer of Tutankhamun's tomb, and there is an extensive exhibition about him in the local history museum located above the town hall. Both King's Lynn and Norwich have other historical centres of note, and are within easy driving distance of the campsite. Another excellent day excursion would be the beautiful Norfolk coastline with its many charming villages. High Lodge Forest Park is a great day out for kids and Lynford Hall and Arboretum offer some lovely walks. Plenty of pubs including The Swan in Hilborough, can be reached within a short car ride.
Thetford Forest Club Campsite - now with secure all year storage pitches. The 70 pitch storage compound at Thetford Forest Club site is secure, gated and CCTV is in operation. Staff are on site all year round, although please note, during winter months, 48 hours' notice must be given for access. Please call the site directly to book on 01842 878356.
Please note: this site does not have a toilet block
Additional ways to stay:
Storage pitches - available here. Visit camc.com/storage.
Seasonal pitches - rent one of our pitches on a long term basis. Visit camc.com/seasonals.
To contact the campsite directly, please call 01842 878356.
Nearest alternative campsites: The Sandringham Estate Club Campsite and Fields End Water Caravan Park and Fishery.
*T&Cs
£5 Deposit: FREE cancellations and FREE amendments up to 21 days before arrival.
Tour for Less: £26 per night for two adults and a pitch.
Prices
Touring pitch types | Awning | Without Awning |
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Standard (electric & hardstanding) |
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Standard (electric & grass) |
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Seasonal |
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Storage |
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Offers available to Club members
UK's No.1 Forest Adventure. Fly down zip-wires, leap off swings and tackle crossings across amazing scenery.
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View and BookFrom the north: follow the A1065 (Swaffham - Brandon). About 2.25 miles past Hilborough turn R into the Forestry Commission road at the flag poles and WW2 tank. The site is on the right in 400 yards. From the south: turn left off the A11 (Newmarket - Norwich) at the roundabout on the Thetford bypass onto the A134 (signposted Swaffham). In about 6 miles turn right at the roundabout onto the A1065. In 2 miles turn left into Forestry Commission road as above. Please try to avoid route through Brandon.
Sites key:
Tracy Bruty
Reviewed: 07/05/2025 16:47
The site is lovely and surrounded by the forest so lots of walks, it is very peaceful and we liked that we could choose which pitch to go on when we arrived, we would choose grass next time, and having the choice of grass or hard standing is a... Show more
Louise Forster
Reviewed: 24/04/2025 18:40
We spent a wonderful Easter weekend away here. It's a great place to feel out in nature, dropping off to sleep to the call of tawny owls. There's walks around the site and some great places to visit nearby. Well set out with lovely level pitches and lovely friendly wardens.
Simon Broughton
Reviewed: 24/04/2025 17:37
What a lovely peaceful site , nice and relaxed ,perfect setting just to unwind Paul and libby were great hosts,nothing too much trouble Can't wait to come back so much more to explore Thanks again Simon and Janey
Jayne Hewitt
Reviewed: 23/04/2025 18:13
What a pleasant surprise this site was. When we arrived we were allocated our pitch due to the fact the site was full. As it turned out it was a lovely pitch and we were very happy. We were delighted to find out there were no barriers between the site... Show more
Victoria
Reviewed: 20/04/2025 19:47
Have to say,I absolutely love this site. It’s so neat and tidy,easy to navigate and wonderful for kids and dogs. I’m a single female parent to my kids and our unit is large,twin axle 6 berth Amerthyst. I don’t mind towing it anywhere but always feel a little self conscious... Show more
DangerCurves
Reviewed: 04/08/2024 17:38
As I have mentioned many times before when reviewing this site - it's our local. It's lovely it's so peaceful surrounded by trees nature. We don't mind the dogs usually always will behaved. This is a first for us going away in the summer holidays (all grown up) . This... Show more
ClubMember35CC40D8B6
Reviewed: 29/06/2024 15:18
This was my first ever trip in my campervan so I was quite nervous about what to do. I needn’t have worried. I was met by a very nice lady who explained everything to me. She suggested a secluded pitch in a glade. I parked up as directed and managed... Show more
BMT
Reviewed: 03/06/2024 08:39
Stayed for 5 nights with my dog. Great area for walking as access to forest direct from site. Spacious pitch, (but I do have a very small caravan).
tdp72
Reviewed: 25/05/2024 09:14
Curious to visit this historical site, (Desert Rats) en route to North Norfolk. Lovely staff and Very peaceful and ‘back to nature’ with lovely informative walks, well laid out paths. Site well maintained although motorhome water was very low pressure. Many thanks
RobertClarke
Reviewed: 11/04/2024 15:21
Been visiting this site since the 80s, wonderful peaceful place to visit, lovely dog walks through the forest. Our favourite site on the network. Perfectly kept by the amazing wardens Sarah and Keith
Tracy Bruty
Reviewed: 07/05/2025 16:47
The site is lovely and surrounded by the forest so lots of walks, it is very peaceful and we liked that we could choose which pitch to go on when we arrived, we would choose grass next time, and having the choice of grass or hard standing is a bonus...