In recent years it’s felt like summer has been quietly stretching out for longer and longer. Those luminous heatwaves and balmy nights can continue well into September and beyond!
So don’t worry if you couldn’t find time to arrange a glamping break during the ‘traditional’ summer holidays. You can still savour long, sunshine-streaked afternoons, sizzling barbecue suppers and plenty of al fresco fun with a later booking.
Better still, with late summer glamping there’ll be no struggling with tent pegs or bags over-stuffed with everything but the kitchen sink! This is the kind of break that allows you to relax and revel in the serene beauty of the Great Outdoors, with generous helpings of convenience and luxury thrown in.
Think all-weather pods, luxury yurts, creatively upcycled retreats, stargazing domes and hand-crafted cabins, all waiting to be discovered.
Author: Nina Jervis
Main image: Mulino Pods, Derbyshire
Ashbourne, Derbyshire, England
Eco-powered exclusive rural valley glamping - complete with friendly neighbourhood sheep! - in the scenic Peak District.
Weston Longville, Norfolk, England
A unique and detail-rich off-grid retreat, lovingly crafted from natural materials and nestled amongst 20 soothing acres of Norfolk countryside.
Presteigne, Radnorshire, Wales
Welcome to Wild Meadow - a heavenly spot of orchards and meadows on the English-Welsh border, home to the eco-friendly Meadow Cottage and Shepherd's Hut.
Shepherds Hut glamping until end of October!
Broxted, Essex, England
Indulge your wanderlust with an off-grid, self-drive adventure aboard your very own Land Rover Defender, complete with rooftop tent set-up, a cosy lounge, and all the equipment you could want!
Bedrooms: 1 or 2 roof tents
Sleeps: 2-7 guests
Open until end of October!
Raglan, Monmouthshire, Wales
A bespoke-crafted shepherd's hut, luxuriously nestled amongst the captivating Monmouthshire countryside.
With underfloor heating and a log burner for the chillier nights.
Pentrefoelas, Conwy, County Conwy, Wales
Luxurious hand-built cabins with their own stargazing hot tubs, beautifully nestled on a working family-run farm in the midst of Snowdonia National Park.
Bedrooms: 1 or 3 per cabin
Sleeps: 6
We at Porth Eryri Glamping are open 365 days a year. With a cosy log burner for those autumn/winter nights and a wood fired hot tub to chill after a day exploring. Snowdonia is juts as beautiful in the frosty winter mornings as it is in summer.
Dittisham, Devon, England
An exquisite collection of luxury treehouses, a gleaming American airstream, and artisan shepherd's lodges, all with al fresco hot tubs and beautifully nestled in the scenic heart of Devonshire countryside.
Bedrooms: Varies
Sleeps: 1-5
Dittisham Hideaway is open all year round, September dates still available. Winter Treehouse stays from £275 a night, while Shepherds Lodge and Airstream at £195 a night.
Wensleydale, North Yorkshire, England
Watch red squirrels play in the trees, from lovingly-created havens set amongst three magical acres of ancient woodland in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Bedrooms: 1 per unit
Sleeps: 2
All of our cabins have wood burning stoves to keep them warm and cosy whatever the weather. The ancient woodland is a beautiful place to be in the winter time.
Bedale, North Yorkshire, England
A vast, multi-award-winning, pet-and-family-friendly North Yorkshire retreat with unique and eclectic eco-havens, al fresco activities galore, and its very own Pub!
Bedrooms: Varies
Sleeps: Varies
The site will remain open until 3rd November and in between then and now there are a couple of onsite activities including the Wilderness Bakery Day on the 13th October and the Stargazing Experience on 12th October. In addition to these scheduled events, there is also a Pumpkin Carving competition onsite during half term.
Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Welcome to the unspoiled Aberdeen countryside and a family-run farm; a delightfully off-grid retreat that affords stunning views over sea and farmland from its unique accommodation options.
Bedrooms:
Sleeps: 2-4 per unit
We stay open 12 months of the year. Our coastal carriage is looking particularly lovely at this time of year.
Exeter, Devon, England
An oak-clad, sumptuously furnished retreat with an al fresco bathtub and rolling Exe Valley views, privately secluded by a stream-fed wildlife pond on a 23-acre Devon farm.
Braunton, Devon, England
A sublime and secluded off-grid Devon retreat, dog-friendly and with a dreamy private deck to bring you blissfully back to nature, batteries fully recharged.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2 (+2)
Quiet beaches, warm seas and a cosy cabin with wood burner & hammocks by the firepit to return to. The Linhay is open all year round so late summer & autumn are wonderful times to visit.
Buckland Abbey, Devon, England
Experience a luxury shepherd's hut break in the great outdoors, with opulent al-fresco accommodation in the Tamar Valley's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the National Trust Buckland Abbey Estate.
Bedrooms: 1 per hut
Sleeps: 2 per hut
We are open until the end of October for secluded escapes at StarBed Hideaways
Bucklesham, Suffolk, England
Go against the holiday grain with a romantic stay in a creatively-converted silo, styled for comfort and peacefully nestled on a family-run Suffolk farm.
We are open all year except Christmas and Boxing Day!
Stanton-on-the-Wolds, Nottinghamshire, England
Unwind in a luxury safari lodge with its very own hot tub, surrounded by 15 acres of woodland and lush wildflower meadows in rural Nottinghamshire.
Bedrooms: 3 per lodge
Sleeps: 4 (+2) per lodge
We’re open 365 days a year and our lodges have under floor heating and a log burner to keep you warm and toasty in the cooler months, Each lodge has its own hot tub on the veranda, a fire pit area and the lodge sleeps up to 4 adults and 2 children. Offering 2, 3, 4 or 7 night stays, with availability over the coming months. There’s also a 10% Couple Discount based on 2 people sharing (excluding school/bank holidays).
Matlock, Derbyshire, England
Eco-friendly, accessible, self-catering log cabins, camping pods and a gypsy caravan on a working farm in the Peak District.
Bedrooms: Varies
Sleeps: Varies
Our glamping pods are open all year round! A cosy room with a view, our timber glamping pods are fully insulated and double glazed with cutting-edge infra-red heating, making them a much warmer camping experience than sleeping in a chilly canvas tent! Cuddle up in the kingsize sofa bed, delight in the peaceful surroundings, and discover the magic of autumn in the Peak District with wonderful walks from the door.
Husthwaite, Yorkshire, England
Chill out, unwind and savour sensational glamping and camping at The Hideaway - a wonderfully relaxed, totally friendly and perfectly placed eco-friendly campsite in the heart of North Yorkshire.
Bedrooms: Studio
Sleeps: 2 or 4 per unit
We keep our Summer Hoglets open over the winter and we currently have a special offer on if booked before 30th September. 1 night 10% off 2 nights 20% using the code summerthanks (available Nov to end of March. Our “Hibernation Hoglets” are perfect for a romantic or family glamping getaway in Yorkshire!: * indulgent Belgian Hot Chocolate for everyone on arrival * roaring log fires * flickering candles and twinkling fairy lights * private campfire for toasting marshmallows right outside your door * evening meal options available to order from and be delivered to your Hoglet House at a time to suit you * luxury Egyptian cotton bed linen and soft fluffy towels can be added to your booking (add-on) * USB ports for extra lighting and phone charging * comfy sofa in front of the fire with extra cushions and throws for added coziness!
Presteigne, Powys, Wales
Naturally luxurious pods set on lush, wildlife-steeped Welsh farmland, with jaw-dropping views of the Radnor Valley.
Bedrooms: 1 or 2 per pod
Sleeps: 2 or 4 per pod
Hush Hush Glamping remains open until just before Christmas! Huacaya's Cush pod sleeps 4 adults and features underfloor heating throughout, so it's a cosy hideaway, no matter the weather. Just outside, the glass pergola offers the chance to catch Netflix on the large screen in the outdoor cinema area. After the movie, sink into the wood-fired hot tub, surrounded by the soft glow of twinkling fairy lights. Hare's Form is an intimate retreat for 2. Inside, a compact yet powerful wood burner quickly fills the space with warmth, creating a cosy hideaway. Outside, enjoy Netflix on your private 100" screen, all under a covered area to keep you comfortable in any weather, then let the evening melt away in the wood-fired hot tub, nestled under a canopy adorned with twinkling fairy lights.
Ballingham, Herefordshire, England
A luxurious collection of family and dog-friendly canvas cottages with private hot tubs, beautifully nestled amongst rolling Herefordshire countryside with soothing views of the River Wye.
Bedrooms: 3 per tent
Sleeps:
We stay open until the end of October - it's the best time to stay to watch the autumn colours roll in...
Bideford, Devon, England
Two lovingly hand-crafted cabins, each with a private outdoor hot water bathtub, sanctuary-like decking, and idyllic stream-and-woodland views on a family-run Devon farm.
Bedrooms: 1 per cabin
Sleeps: 2
Our small friendly business Devonia Escapes near Westward Ho! in North Devon is open year-round. Our 2 large hand built cabins on our family's farm in the countryside are perfect for couples. Each cabin offers an outdoor hot water bathtub on the enclosed decked area (perfect for dog-friendly getaways) and have a wood burner and underfloor heating to stay cosy in the colder months.
Chew Stoke, Somerset, England
A laid-back camp filled with creative retreats, hot tubs, and warm communal spirit, deliciously secluded amongst 35 acres of illuminated woodland in the lakeside hills, just 15 minutes from Bristol.
Bedrooms: Varies
Sleeps: 16
Open year round!
Doncaster, Nottinghamshire, England
Two stylish and romantic couples' cabins, each with their own private hot tub, soothingly secluded on a magical Nottinghamshire woodland site that features a wood-burning sauna and a barbecue cabin.
Bedrooms: 1 per cabin
Sleeps: 2 per cabin
Open year round!
Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales
A cwtch-infused cabin with an indulgent bathtub, nestled in its very own four-acre, river-fronted wildflower meadow and beautifully secluded in the “garden of Wales”.
All season glamping
Aberporth, Ceredigion, Wales
A unique, award-winning architect designed ‘boat house' that's ideal for an adventure-packed beach break, next to the invigorating Welsh Coast Path.
Bedrooms: 3
Sleeps: 12 (or 4 per cabin)
As seen on Channel 4's Britain's Best Beach Huts last year, Ty Cwch remains ppen until Christmas/New Year
Pershore, Worcestershire, England
Immerse your soul in nature from the comfort of a sumptuous pod with a private wood-fired hot tub, peacefully nestled on the idyllic Cotswolds border.
Bedrooms: 1 per pod
Sleeps: 4
We’re open beyond the summer season and we don’t close for the winter. Pods are fully insulated and have underfloor heating for extra cosiness!
Launceston, Cornwall, England
Embrace the natural life and get some literary inspiration under clear starry skies, with the scenic backdrop of Cornwall's ‘Peaceful Valley' to keep you company.
Bedrooms: Varies
Sleeps: 2/4/8 per unit
Our safari tents and Steren stay open until the end of October half term, and our geodomes are open until New Year's Eve.
Bideford, Devon, England
A selection of luxurious, award-winning hideaways for couples and families, with indulgent on-site facilities and surrounded by North Devon countryside.
Bedrooms: Open plan
Sleeps: Varies
We are open until November 4th with breaks from as little as £200 for 2 nights.
Llanafanfawr, Powys, Wales
A gleaming, ethereal ‘astro-pod' that allows you to enjoy life's blissful basics at their best, secluded in a sheltered glade on a private Welsh mountain estate.
Year-round glamping in a sheltered glade
Laxfield, Suffolk, England
Savour rural Suffolk at its most beautiful, from the comfort of a nature-steeped, adults-only retreat that's home to lakeside lodges, cosy Igluhuts, and two luxurious woodland saunas.
Bedrooms: 1 or 2 per unit
Sleeps: 2 or 4 per unit
Open until New Year!
Craswall, Herefordshire, England
Lovingly-crafted, adults-only havens with luxurious private facilities (including dreamy outdoor bathing!) secluded amongst rolling Herefordshire countryside.
Bedrooms: 1 per unit
Sleeps: 2
We stay open all year and our yurts are seriously cosy with epic sunrises from the cosy beds!
