Classic Camping.
Made Comfortable.
A spacious 6 metre furnished bell tent with a proper double bed, pull-out sofa bed, electricity, lighting, bedding, kettle and heater — ready for you when you arrive.
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Proper camping. Without starting from scratch.
The classic bell tent experience, already furnished and ready for you to settle into.
Big canvas. Proper bed. Simple.
Fern is for guests who want the familiar excitement of staying in a proper bell tent without having to bring the tent, bed, lighting or half the contents of the house with them.
At 6 metres across, there's room to move around, relax and spend time inside without losing the feeling that you're genuinely camping.
One double bed, one pull-out sofa bed, bedding, electricity, lighting, kettle and heater included.
Everything you need to know.
About Fern
Fern is our classic furnished bell tent stay: plenty of canvas, plenty of space and none of the faff of pitching your own tent.
- Sleeps up to 4 guests
- 6 metre furnished bell tent
- 1 double bed
- 1 pull-out sofa bed
- Bedding included
- Electricity
- Internal lighting
- Kettle and cups
- Electric heater
About Bell Tent Village PARKS
Fern sits within Bell Tent Village PARKS in Nottingham, surrounded by the wider country park, lakes, walking routes and outdoor space.
On site you'll have access to proper communal hot showers, flushing toilets, parking and social outdoor spaces.
What Staying Here Feels Like
This is comfortable camping rather than a hotel room. You'll hear the wind, birds and rain on the canvas, and you'll step outside directly into the campsite.
The difference is that your bed, bedding, lighting, kettle and heater are already waiting when you arrive.
What Should You Bring?
You don't need to bring your own tent or bedding, but you should still pack for a camping stay.
- Warm night-time clothes
- Warm socks
- Towels for the communal showers
- Comfortable outdoor footwear
- Weather-appropriate coat
- Waterproofs if rain is forecast
- Personal toiletries
- Phone chargers
- A torch can be useful after dark
- Your favourite snacks and drinks
Turn up. Drop the bags.
The main camping set-up is already done.
6m Bell Tent
A spacious furnished canvas room with plenty of standing space.
Double Bed
A proper double bed with bedding ready for your arrival.
Sofa Bed
Additional pull-out sleeping space for your group.
Electricity
Power inside the tent for lighting and charging devices.
Kettle & Cups
Because the first brew of the morning matters.
Heater
An electric heater helps take the edge off cooler evenings.
Proper facilities. Just a short walk away.
Fern doesn't have a private ensuite. Guests use the PARKS communal facilities, giving you the classic camping set-up without giving up hot water or proper toilets.
Comfortable camping. Still proper camping.
Fern includes an electric heater, but it is still a large canvas tent. Canvas doesn't retain heat like a house or hotel room and nights can become cold even after a warm day. Please bring warm night-time clothes, layers and socks.
Before you book.
How many people does Fern sleep?
Fern sleeps up to 4 guests. It contains one double bed and one pull-out sofa bed.
How big is Fern?
Fern is a spacious 6 metre furnished bell tent.
Does Fern have its own toilet and shower?
No. Fern uses the shared PARKS facilities. Guests have access to proper communal hot showers and flushing toilets on site.
Is there electricity inside?
Yes. Fern has electricity and internal lighting, making it easy to charge phones and use the included electrical comforts.
Does Fern have heating?
Yes. An electric heater is provided, but because this is canvas accommodation it can still become cold overnight. Please bring warm night-time clothing.
Do we need to bring bedding?
No. Bedding is included and your sleeping set-up is ready when you arrive.
Should we bring towels?
Yes. Please bring your own towels for use with the communal shower facilities.
How do I check available dates?
Use the live booking calendar near the top of this page. Enter your dates and number of guests to see current availability and pricing.
Ready for a proper bell tent stay?
A huge furnished canvas tent, real bed, heater, electricity and the country park outside your door.
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