Natural landmarks · East of England
The Captain's Campsite
In or near East Mersea.
The Captain's Campsite — a other in england-east, United Kingdom.
David Smith — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Alresford · 0.7 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
The Captain's Campsite is a other located in england-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Captain's Campsite is part of the magical Wyvernwood attraction in Colchester, Essex, where families can explore the Enchanted Lost Kingdom. Visitors can engage with enchanting characters, enjoy captivating shows, and participate in various quests and activities throughout the park.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Colne Estuary SSSI
- Ramsar wetland: Colne Estuary (Mid-Essex Coast Phase 2)
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Captain's Campsite is located in the East of England. It offers a variety of camping options in a natural setting, catering to outdoor enthusiasts seeking a tranquil experience. This site is notable for its welcoming atmosphere and facilities tailored for campers.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.8494, 1.0049
- County
- Essex
- District
- Tendring
- Parish
- Alresford
- Postcode
- CO7 8BL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Harwich and North Essex
- Nearest railway station
- Alresford — 0.7 km
- Opening
- 17th July to 31st August; closed 24–26 Dec
- Official site
- www.wyvernwood.co.uk
Sources
- osm: way/1168215407 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Captain's Campsite?
- The Captain's Campsite is in Essex, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode CO7 8BL), in the parish of Alresford.
- What is The Captain's Campsite?
- The Captain's Campsite — a other in england-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Captain's Campsite?
- The nearest railway station is Alresford, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode CO7 8BL.
- Is The Captain's Campsite a protected site?
- Yes — The Captain's Campsite is part of the Colne Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Colne Estuary (Mid-Essex Coast Phase 2) Ramsar wetland.
- Is The Captain's Campsite free to visit?
- Yes, The Captain's Campsite is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Captain's Campsite?
- The nearest railway station is Alresford, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CO7 8BL.