Rushbanks Farm Caravan and Camping Site

Rushbanks Farm Caravan and Camping Site

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Our site features spacious grass pitches, charming bell tent hire, and a variety of outdoor activities to make your stay memorable. Why Choose Us?

Rushbanks Farm Caravan & Campsite ๐Ÿ• Canoe / Paddleboard hire ๐Ÿ›ถ & Camp fires ๐Ÿ”ฅ on the River Stour, AONB in the Dedham Vale, on the Suffolk | Essex border #ecofriendlycamping ๐ŸŒฟ Nestled in the heart of the Dedham Vale countryside, Rushbanks Farm offers an idyllic escape for nature lovers ๐ŸŒฟ, adventure seekers, and those looking to unwind in a serene environment. What We Offer:

๐Ÿ•Beautiful Bell Tents:

05/08/2026

๐Ÿ›ถ THE INFAMOUS RUSHBANKS PADDLE TO THE PUB! ๐Ÿป๐ŸŒฟ

One of the best things about staying at Rushbanks? You can paddle downstream to The Anchor, Nayland for lunch or dinner! ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ - Itโ€™s a beautiful paddle of around 1ยผ hours, winding through the gorgeous Dedham Vale and Constable Country. ๐ŸŒฟ

๐Ÿ›ถ Bring your own canoe or paddleboard โ€” or hire one from us!
You absolutely donโ€™t need to hire your equipment from Rushbanks. If you have your own canoe or paddleboard, bring it along and enjoy exploring the River Stour at your own pace, but If youโ€™re hiring one of our canoes, our 10am daily safety briefing is where youโ€™ll get your map and all the information you need before heading off. The boys in the Canoe Zone will point you in the right direction! ๐Ÿ˜‰

๐Ÿป And remember to book The Anchor first! Itโ€™s a popular spot, so make sure youโ€™ve got your table reserved before you set off.

And why not make a weekend of it?
๐Ÿ•๏ธ Stay on our peaceful, off-grid riverside campsite โ€” bring your own tent, campervan or camping setup and enjoy the great outdoors.
โ›บ Prefer something a little more comfortable? We also have our lovely bell tents for glamping
๐Ÿ• Bring the dog โ€” weโ€™re super dog friendly (dogs must be kept on a lead)
๐Ÿ”ฅ Hire a firepit and enjoy the evening by the river
๐Ÿ„ Bring your own paddleboard or canoe, or hire one from us, and explore the beautiful River Stour

๐Ÿ“… Book your Rushbanks escape:
https://rushbankscampsite.co.uk/

Photos from Alderwood Care Home's post 26/07/2026

What a lovely morning at Rushbanks ๐Ÿ’š๐ŸŒฟ

We were delighted to welcome the team from Alderwood Care Home for a special visit to Rushbanks, enjoying a peaceful morning beside the River Stour and making the most of the beautiful countryside around us.

It was especially lovely for Frances to spend time with her family in such a special place. Frances is the mother of James and Gareth, who own and run Rushbanks, so it was wonderful to welcome her and the Alderwood team to this very special place that is such a big part of her family. ๐Ÿ’š

Rushbanks is our little off-grid, riverside escape in Constable Country, and although we don't generally offer day visits, we were very happy to make an exception for this special occasion.

Thank you to the Alderwood team for sharing your lovely visit with us. It was a pleasure to welcome you to Rushbanks! ๐ŸŒฟโœจ

23/07/2026

๐ŸŒฟ COME FOR A WALK AROUND RUSHBANKS FARM ๐ŸŒฟ

When people think of Rushbanks, they often think of our famous riverside pitches โ€“ and for very good reason. ๐Ÿ•๏ธ๐ŸŒŠ

But thereโ€™s so much more to discover.

In this reel, weโ€™re taking you on a little walk from our canoe and paddleboard launch area, where our daily 10am safety briefings take place, along the riverbank and past our beautiful Riverside pitches before heading up towards Sunset Strip. ๐Ÿšฃโ€โ™€๏ธ

Along the way, youโ€™ll see those front-row views of the River Stour, peaceful pitches, riverside jetties and plenty of space to slow down and enjoy the beautiful Dedham Vale countryside. ๐ŸŒณ

And this is just one small part of Rushbanks.

From our riverside bell tents and the campsite hub at Sunset Corner, to Woodland Edge and Greenacres, there are plenty of spaces to find your own kind of downtime. Whether that means paddling downstream to the pub, fishing from the riverbank, relaxing around a campfire or simply watching the River Stour drift by. ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸŽฃ

The summer holidays are here, and thereโ€™s still plenty of time to escape to the river. โ˜€๏ธ
Arrive. Settle in. Paddle downstream. Stop at The Anchor. Campfire under the stars.
This is proper downtime. โค๏ธ

Book your riverside escape direct:
https://rushbankscampsite.co.uk/book

Photos from Rushbanks Farm Caravan and Camping Site's post 19/07/2026

WEEKEND Pop ups here at Rushbanks Farm throughout the summer

๐Ÿน Mobile and Pop Up Bar โ€ข Suffolk โ€ข Essex โ€“ Cocktails, beers and drinks with Rachael & Becks
๐ŸŒฎ Street Food by Dominic Carter- Caterer - Private Chef - Suffolk
๐Ÿ• Nicola Hart by Nicola
โ˜• Really Awesome Coffee - Colchester by Ben

PREORDER RECOMMENDED FOR:

DOMINIC CARTER STREET FOOD
Via WhatsApp before 3pm โ€“ payment on collect โ€“ 07584 293863

PIZZA ON THE GREEN
Via WhatsApp before 3pm โ€“ payment via link โ€“ 07872 315169

No preorder required for Bar Rumba or The Really Awesome Coffee.

๐Ÿ” FOOD & DRINK SERVED 17:00-21:00 (approx)
โ˜• COFFEE & TEA SERVED 8.00-10:00am

๐Ÿ“… Dates for food & drink pop-ups

Friday 24 July โ€“ Bar Rumba (no food)
Friday 31 July โ€“ Street food / Bar Rumba
Friday 7 August โ€“ No food / Bar Rumba
Saturday 8 August โ€“ Breakfast tea/coffee/pastries
Friday 14 August โ€“ Street food / Bar Rumba
Saturday 15 August โ€“ Breakfast tea/coffee/pastries
Friday 21 August โ€“ Street food / Bar Rumba
Saturday 22 August โ€“ Breakfast tea/coffee/pastries

๐ŸŒž Bank Holiday Weekend
Friday 28 August โ€“ Street food / Bar Rumba
Saturday 29 August โ€“ Breakfast tea/coffee/pastries
Sunday 30 August โ€“ Pizza on the Green / Bar Rumba

โ˜• Coffee, tea and pastries may also be available on Sunday mornings during the school holidays.

๐ŸŒฟ Great food, great drinks and beautiful riverside surroundings throughout the summer.

Photos from Rushbanks Farm Caravan and Camping Site's post 19/07/2026

WEDNESDAYS have just got even more exciting here at Rushbanks Farm!

๐Ÿน Mobile and Pop Up Bar โ€ข Suffolk โ€ข Essex โ€“ Cocktails, beers and drinks with Rachael & Becks
๐Ÿ• Nicola Hart by Nicola

PIZZA ON THE GREEN
Via WhatsApp before 3pm โ€“ PREORDER RECOMMENDED - payment via link โ€“ 07872 315169

No preorder required for Bar Rumba

๐Ÿ” FOOD & DRINK SERVED 17:00-21:00 (approx)

๐Ÿ“… Dates for food & drink pop-ups

Wednesday 22 July โ€“ Pizza on the Green / Bar Rumba
Wednesday 29 July โ€“ Pizza on the Green / Bar Rumba
Wednesday 5 August โ€“ Pizza on the Green / Bar Rumba
Wednesday 12 August โ€“ Street Food (Pizza) / Bar Rumba
Wednesday 19 August โ€“ Pizza on the Green / Bar Rumba
Wednesday 26 August โ€“ Pizza on the Green / Bar Rumba

๐ŸŒฟ Great food, great drinks and beautiful riverside surroundings throughout the summer.

17/07/2026

๐ŸŒฟ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Discover more about Rushbanks Farm! ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ๐ŸŒฟ

James recently caught up with Sarah Smy from to chat all things Rushbanks โ€“ our riverside campsite, our love of the great outdoors, and what makes this little corner of the Suffolk/Essex border so special.

๐ŸŽง Give the reel a listen and find out more about your next escape to the beautiful River Stour in Constable Country & Dedham Vale โ€“ an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Whether youโ€™re an experienced camper or looking for something a little easier, Rushbanks has something for you ๐ŸŒฟ

โ›บ Our peaceful, off-grid campsite is perfect for those wanting to slow down, switch off and reconnect with nature. No electric, no noise, just riverside views, campfires, wildlife and starry skies โœจ

โœจ Not quite ready to pitch a tent? Our cosy 5m bell tents offer the perfect introduction to camping without the faff. Arrive, unpack and relax! Each tent includes:

๐Ÿ›๏ธ A comfy memory foam double mattress
๐Ÿ’ก Lighting and roll mats
๐Ÿ”ฅ Your own fire pit
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Space to sleep up to six people

Spend your days:
๐Ÿ›ถ Canoeing or paddleboarding from our jetties
๐Ÿบ Taking our legendary paddle to the pub at The Anchor, Nayland
๐Ÿ• Enjoying our dog-friendly riverside setting (dogs welcome on leads)
๐ŸŽฃ Trying your hand at fishing (during fishing season with the correct licence)
๐Ÿ”ฅ Ending the day around your campfire as the sun sets over the Stour

A proper riverside escape, surrounded by nature, right on the Suffolk/Essex border ๐ŸŒ…

๐Ÿ“… Ready for your next adventure? Book your stay here:
https://rushbankscampsite.co.uk/book

We canโ€™t wait to welcome you to Rushbanks Farm โค๏ธ

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