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You can now camp at stately homes in the UK – here are the best from just £7.50pp


THE UK has hundreds of stately homes open to the public – when the country isn’t in lockdown.

Many have now even opened their grounds to allow people to stay. Here are the best locations you can stay, ranging from campsites to lodge cabins.

Waddow Hall, Lancashire

The 17th century Waddow Hall grounds are welcoming campers

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The 17th century Waddow Hall grounds are welcoming campersCredit: Pitchup.com
There is enough room for people to pitch up this summer

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There is enough room for people to pitch up this summerCredit: Pitchup.com

Located on the grounds of the 17th century Waddow Hall, there are 178 acres surrounding the estate.

While you can simply camp here, there is lots to do such as high rope courses and rock climbing at the activity centre.

It also just a few miles from Clitheroe if you fancy a pub or restaurant for the evening.

Benville Manor Camping, Dorset

Benville Manor has large grounds for campers

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Benville Manor has large grounds for campersCredit: Pitchup.com
You can enjoy a bit of seclusion at the camping grounds

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You can enjoy a bit of seclusion at the camping groundsCredit: Pitchup.com

Located in Dorset is Benville Manor, where you can camp in the meadow located between the estate gardens and woodlands.

There are showers, toilets and 4G reception, as well as firepits you can rent but the grounds offer a much wilder camping experience.

Kids will enjoy roaming the local wilderness and go back to basics.

Culdees Castle Estate, Perthshire

The cabins have a private hot tub too

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The cabins have a private hot tub tooCredit: Pitchup.com
The Scottish estate is open to the public, with luxury cabins

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The Scottish estate is open to the public, with luxury cabinsCredit: Pitchup.com

For a much more luxurious stay, you can stay at a cabin on the Culdees Castle Estate in Scotland.

Located in a secluded forest, there are amazing views of the Highlands, especially of the lit-up castle in the evening.

For colder evenings, there is a hot tub and plenty of outdoor seating and blankets where you can watch out for wild deer.

Marston Park, Somerset

Guests at Marston Park can enjoy the best views of the river

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Guests at Marston Park can enjoy the best views of the riverCredit: Pitchup.com
The bell tents are perfect for a romantic stay

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The bell tents are perfect for a romantic stayCredit: Pitchup.com

Marston Park in Somerset is also open for camping with luxury bell tents for guests.

You won’t be bored as the estate has events including craft classes and yoga, while pop up bars and food trucks can be found on-site.

It isn’t far from Bath for Bridgerton fans as many scenes from the show were filmed there.

Paxton House Caravan Park, Berwickshire

Paxton House has also opened their gardens to families this year

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Paxton House has also opened their gardens to families this yearCredit: Pitchup.com
Families wanting a caravan holiday can pitch up and stay

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Families wanting a caravan holiday can pitch up and stayCredit: Pitchup.com

Paxton House Caravan Park, located in a walled garden on country grounds, lets guests stay on the estate of the 1763 home.

You can go for walks along the river or on boat trips down the Tweed or take the kids to the adventure playground.

Just a short drive is Berwick-upon-Tweed for shops and pubs.

Camping holidays are likely to be popular again this year as Brits choose a staycation due to travel restrictions abroad.

Here are some other campsites which still have availability this summer.

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