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CAMPING IN EPPING FOREST

Debden House caters for overnight campers, day visitors, those with motorhomes / caravans, and school & youth groups.


Overnight Camping

Welcome to Debden House Camping Site, an oasis of tranquillity nestled in the heart of Epping Forest.

Enjoy exclusive access through our gated entrance, ensuring both security and privacy throughout your stay. With wristband identification, you will have seamless access to our clean amenities, including pristine toilets and showers, as well as convenient laundry facilities for washing and drying.

Our on-site shop offers all the basics you might need for camping but also hot drinks & snacks. Our café tantalizes taste buds with light meals, on selected days. For endless fun, our play area offers unlimited entry for just £5 per day. Explore the beauty of nature with scenic nature walks and gather around the unique opportunity to have an open campfire or BBQs under the stars.

Conveniently located a short taxi drive or walk from nearby Theydon Bois, Debden, and Loughton underground stations, accessing urban conveniences is a breeze.

Whether you are seeking relaxation or adventure, Debden House Camping Site offers the perfect blend of comfort, security, and natural splendour for an unforgettable getaway.


There are limited pitches that accommodate larger groups, the majority are for 5 people in size. If no large pitches are available, please book your party in 5 at a time and book as many pitches as needed.





 

If you wish for the Debden Staff to make the booking for you, we are able to do this at an extra 10% charge on top of your booking. Please click here to proceed.

Day Visit Only

Come to Debden House for the day (9am - 7pm) and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Epping Forest. Great for family BBQs, children's birthday parties and more. Electric Hookup available. Please note minimum of 6 per booking. If you are bringing a bouncy caslte, please call the office on 020 8508 3008 prior to booking.



 

Arrival from 9am (last entry 5pm), departure strictly no later than 7pm - we cannot extend your stay.


Motorhomes & Caravans

We provide specialist pitches suited for larger motorhomes and caravans, all pitches are available with electric hookup if required.

Please note all Motorhomes/Caravans go to field 1 only.

IMPORTANT: On arrival you must provide 2 forms of I.D. (1 proof of address & 1 photo I.D.)






 

Schools & Youth Groups

Debden House can provide the facilities and camping equipment for schools and youth group set camps. We provide the children and young people with tents and a roll mat (each tent sleeps between 10-15 people), a large marquee fully equipped with tables and chairs, electric cooker, fridge, fire extinguishers. We also provide a private designated camp fire area for use.

The school’s/YP’s camp field is dedicated to group bookings of 50 people. There are 2 camps available per day, so a maximum of 100 persons.

Please download the booking form below.

We also offer camping space for those on Duke of Edinburgh Expeditions – please complete the DOE booking form.

If you require further information for either of the above options, please email debdenbookings@newham.gov.uk or telephone Debden House on 020 8508 3008.

Description Prices Duke of Edinburgh Scheme
School Groups Under 16's - £17.00
Adults - £22.00
Under 16's - £8.00
Adults - £11.00
Other Organisations Under 16's - £20.00
Adults - £25.00

CAMPSITE PRICES

Description Newham Residents1
Non Newham Residents
Adults (18yrs+) £11.00 £13.00
Children (3 - 17yrs) £6.00 £7.00
Infants (Under 3yrs) Free Free
Electric Hook-up £7.00 £8.00
Late Arrival Fee (8pm-9pm) £10.00 £10.00
Gazebo / Marquee (bring your own 2x2, any larger will be priced accordingly) £6.00 £6.00
All cars pay £5.00 £5.00
Van (Small)
£6.00 £6.00
Minibus / Large Van (LWB)
£12.00 £12.00
Day Visitors 3yr + (9am - 7pm) £5.00 £6.00
Dog £5.00 £5.00
Bag of wood2 £9.00 £9.00
Fire Lighters £3.00 £3.00
Kindling2 £5.00 £5.00
Fire Pit Hire (+ Refundable deposit of £20) £5.00 £5.00
Phone charging (per hour) £3.00 £3.00
Washing Machine £3.00 £3.00
Dryer 50p 50p
Bouncy Castle (bring your own) - Land and electric charge - Field 3 only £60.00 £60.00
Electric Lead Hire (+ Refundable deposit of £50.00) £25.00 £25.00

All prices are per person/item per night.
1 Proof of Newham residence to be provided at time of booking.
2 All wood for a campfire must be purchased on site. No outside wood is permitted.

LOCATION & FIELD MAPS

Located on the edge of Epping Forest, Debden House is the perfect place to get close to nature and explore the forest and surroundings.

CAMPSITE OPENING

  • Weekends only between 24th May – 14th July
  • Full time between 19th July – 1st September
  • Weekends only between 6th – 15th September

Note: Camping - Earliest arrival 11am, no arrival past 8pm.

The minimum stay for overnight camping is 2 nights, however there are some limited 1 night pitches available.

Late arrival charges apply.

FACILITIES INCLUDE

  • Electric hook-up available (Field 1 only)
  • Toilets
  • Shower block
  • Utility room/utility area
  • Laundry – coin operated
  • Fire pits with wood available onsite
  • Campsite shop
  • Cold drinks vending machine.

Security

We have overnight security during your stay.

Terms, Conditions & Bylaws

Please read the Debden House full terms and conditions, and the Epping Forest bylaws below.



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