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Campervan campsites in Suffolk: compare coast bases

2 source-checked sites⛺ 2 Campsite🌾 1 Farm

Choose between the two source-checked Suffolk touring sites currently in our directory, then compare them with the council's designated motor-caravan stopovers. We separate bookable campsites from simple parking so you know what you are actually planning around.

Source checked 22 September 2026

The short answer

Which Suffolk coast base fits your trip?

For Aldeburgh on foot, start with Church Farm and check that your vehicle suits its pitch rules. For the Southwold side, The Beeches is the stronger full-facility touring base, but it is adults only and has a seasonal closure. If you only need an authorised self-contained stop, East Suffolk Council currently designates two Aldeburgh-area car parks for paid motor-caravan stays.

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Two different Suffolk coast bases

Details checked 22 September 2026

Aldeburgh · beach and town on foot

Church Farm Holiday Park

A serviced touring base beside Aldeburgh for self-contained vans that want the coast without moving the vehicle every day.

  • Serviced grass pitches include electricity, drinking water and grey-water disposal.
  • There are no communal toilets or showers, so guests need suitable onboard facilities.
  • Published 2026 prices run from £31 to £55 by date, pitch and party size, plus a £5 booking fee.
  • Hardstanding is described for touring caravans and very small VW-size campervans; larger motorhomes need prior agreement.
See Church Farm details →

Halesworth · eight miles from Southwold

The Beeches Touring Park

A 29-pitch touring park with hardstanding, hookups and washroom facilities for an adults-only Suffolk coast stay.

  • Deluxe pitches include water, 16A electricity and Wi-Fi; Super Deluxe adds grey-water drainage.
  • Toilets and showers are open, and the park also lists chemical disposal and fresh water.
  • The operator currently advertises £37 for two adults and up to two dogs.
  • No under-21s; the park says it closes 30 September 2026 and reopens 1 May 2027.
See The Beeches details →

Self-contained stop · not a campsite

Designated Aldeburgh motor-caravan parking

East Suffolk Council currently lists Thorpe Road and Thorpeness Beach as designated motor-caravan options. Treat these as authorised parking, not as substitutes for campsite facilities.

  • Motor caravans up to 8 metres are listed as permitted.
  • The published charge is £20 for up to 24 hours, payable by app, phone or SMS.
  • Maximum stay is three days, with no return within seven days.
  • Check the live order, payment instructions and signs when you arrive; parking rules can change.
Check the current council order →

Before you choose

Suffolk van-stay checklist

  • Confirm the site is open for your dates before building the route around it.
  • Give the operator your exact vehicle type and length, especially for Church Farm hardstanding.
  • Choose a campsite when you need toilets, showers, hookups or a reservable pitch.
  • Do not assume a daytime car park permits sleeping; use only a currently designated motor-caravan bay.
  • Check coastal weather, route changes and parking signs again immediately before travel.

Suffolk overnight rule to remember

A motorhome being allowed into a car park does not automatically mean an overnight stay is permitted. East Suffolk Council's current order allows sleeping only where motor caravans are specifically permitted and the applicable charge is paid. Recheck the order and on-site signs before relying on a stop.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I camp in a campervan near Aldeburgh?

Church Farm Holiday Park has serviced touring pitches within walking distance of Aldeburgh and the beach. It has no communal toilets or showers, and its hardstanding has vehicle-size restrictions, so check your exact van with the operator before booking.

Is there a campervan campsite near Southwold?

The Beeches Touring Park says it is eight miles from Southwold and has 29 hardstanding touring pitches, hookups, water, Wi-Fi, toilets and showers. It is adults only and closes seasonally, so confirm live dates and availability.

Can motorhomes stay overnight in Aldeburgh car parks?

East Suffolk Council currently designates Thorpe Road and Thorpeness Beach for motor caravans up to 8 metres, with a published £20 charge for up to 24 hours and a maximum three-day stay. Check the current order, payment instructions and signs before staying.

Does a Suffolk car park that accepts motorhomes allow overnight sleeping?

Not necessarily. Vehicle access and overnight permission are separate. Use a bookable campsite or a bay explicitly designated for motor-caravan overnight stays, and follow the current local order and on-site signs.