Tey Brook Orchard

Colchester

Escape to this secluded part of rural Essex for wild family glamping adventures.

Units 10
Sleeps 2 - 6
Bedrooms 1 - 1
Pets Yes
Mobility No

Ideal for

Toddlers
Older Kids
Teens

From £60/night

Nestled between an apple orchard and 20 acres of beautiful woodland, Tey Brook provides the perfect spot for some family relaxation and reconnection. Just 50 minutes from London, you’ll soon be switching off from the hustle and bustle of daily life and chilling in your gorgeous bell tent, yurt or shepherds hut. The communal kitchen area and undercover games room are great spaces to spend time together, and there’s loads of adventures to be had in the surrounding woodland.

About this place

Best bits

Beautiful surrounding woodland that’s perfect for den building, tree climbing and generally getting muddy - all within the secure gated site.
Super convenient location within easy reach of Colchester and London, yet peaceful and tranquil.
Beautiful bell tents and yurts are comfy and cosy spaces to rest weary heads after days out exploring.

Top tips

Pack layers and warm clothing to make the most of evening campfires.
Wellies and waterproofs are always a must on glamping trips.
Don’t forget to take a torch to make your way around the site once the sun goes down.

Plan your stay

What are the facilities like? Where can you eat? What can you do?

Indoor play room

Wifi

Outdoor play equipment

Rooms

The beautiful bell tents and yurts each sleep up to 4 in a double bed and 2 mattresses. Carpets, rugs and pillows make the spaces super cosy and welcoming. Bedding is provided, as well as extra blankets for chilly nights. The refurbished Grain Silo and Shepherd’s Hut both sleep 2 and are perfect for grandparents who want to join the fun.

Each dwelling has its own BBQ/ firepit and outdoor table and chairs. There is now electricity in each tent with two USB points for charging phones and another plug socket. LED lighting is provided as well as candles. There are three hot showers and three flushing toilets on-site for use by all guests.

Eat

The communal kitchen has pots, pans, cutlery, and plates for family meals - just take your own food and drinks. There is a small awning for undercover dining on rainy days, plus there is a communal BBQ area. Logs can be purchased on site for use on your private BBQ.

There are also a number of pubs and restaurants in the surrounding area for days and evenings off from the cooking.

Activities

Kids and grown-ups will be happy to scamper off into the woodland for games of hide and seek, as well as building dens and climbing trees. It really is a natural playground at Tey Brook - prepare to get muddy and tired!

Should the weather turn decidedly British then head to the undercover games area for some tennis table and table football fun.

Accessibility

Bell tents and yurts are sited on wooden platforms which are raised above the ground. The Shepherds hut has stepped access which might limit access for less able visitors

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Location & local area

Where is it and how do you get there?

By Road

Tey Brook Orchard is a 15 minute drive from Colchester.

By Air

London Stansted is just over half an hour from the site.

By Rail

Marks Tey station is a 10 minute drive away. Collections and drop-offs can be arranged.

About the owners

Nat & Archie

Listed since March 2017

The Browning Brothers, Nat and Archie enjoyed many a carefree day growing up on the farm, climbing trees, building dens and scrambling down the riverbanks to leap across the water. It was their love of the great outdoors and this unique place that has inspired them to set up this glamping site onTey Brook Orchard so that youngsters have a chance to experience this carefree natural outdoor playground.

Owner recommendations

Follow in the footsteps of Roman soldiers and Norman invaders at Colchester Castle.
RHS Hyde Hall has stunning gardens for all seasons, including the iconic dry garden, plus some fab walking around the reservoir.
Head out onto the water on paddleboards or kayaks with Mersea Island watersports.
There’s plenty of traditional seaside fun to be had at Clacton-on-sea, a 40 minute drive from the site.
Colchester Zoo has over 260 rare species as well as native animals-and is just 15 minutes away.
Colne Valley Steam Railway is a must for rail enthusiasts - look out for special events.

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