Purple Badger Camping and Fishing Lakes
Croxton Rd, Beeby, Leicester LE7 3BH, UK
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About Purple Badger Camping and Fishing Lakes
Nature sure can be colourful, as proved by Purple Badger Camping and Fishing Lakes in Leicestershire. This small and secluded site edges the village of Beeby, close to the Rutland border, where wildflowers and trees frame a spacious main field. Accommodation options – many named after well-known fictional badgers – spread across the car-free grass, meaning kids can roam safely while wheelbarrows help shift your gear. Each pitch comes with its own private fire and barbecue area, set around logs for evening gatherings.
People have been fishing here for over forty years, and it's easy to see why. Two well-stocked lakes offer carp, roach and tench against lovely views, while a weekend coffee cart (daily in summer) serves hot drinks and sandwiches. Woodfired pizzas arrive most Friday, Saturday and Tuesday evenings in warmer months. Campers praise the peaceful, nature-filled setting and welcoming owners, though the site's popularity can mean advance booking is essential. A bus stop opposite connects you to Melton Mowbray or Syston for supplies.
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the site before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
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Campers say this campground offers a peaceful getaway with friendly owners and a beautiful, nature-filled setting, perfect for fishing trips. They also highlight the welcoming staff and the convenient food truck.
Summary via Google
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Pitch types
- Non-electric grass tent pitch
Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout.
Lodges & pods
- Val the Bell Tent (Unfurnished)
- Millie the Bell Tent (Furnished)
- 3 x Shepherd's Huts
Facilities
Takeaway & food delivery
Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.
Just Eat — 212 takeaways deliver to this postcode (LE7 3BH)
FoodCoop - Main St
5.0 · Groceries, Convenience
Burger & Sauce - Leicester
5.0 · Burgers, American
Sainsburys - Leicester Hamilton Local
5.0 · Groceries, Alcohol
Noodle Village
5.0 · Noodles, Indo-Chinese Fusion
Co-op - Thurnby
5.0 · Groceries, Alcohol
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Deliveroo — 95 restaurants nearby
McDonald's
Wingstop
Wagamama
Nando's®
KFC®
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on deliveroo.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Co-op, Scraptoft 2.2 miles
- Tesco 2.8 miles
- Aldi, Leicester 3.1 miles
- Asda, Thurmaston 3.5 miles
- Sainsbury's, Leicester 4 miles
- Lidl 4.1 miles
- Morrisons, Leicester 6.2 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday
- 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
What visitors say
Had a wonderful 4 night stay here. The pitches were well spaced out and sectioned by wildflower paths, the facilities were rustic but really well thought out and the pizza was delicious. We had comprehensive check in instructions ahead of time so we knew where to go and how to preorder the pizza. The fishing lake was also a big hit with two members of our party. Having a shelf available in the fridge for each pitch made all the difference in the hot weather. We are sure that we will be back.
2 months ago · via Google
Camping facilities and food (pizza) is top notch. Really helpful owners. Super friendly. Fishing lakes somewhat low and probably not enough water oxygen. Beautiful setting .
a month ago · via Google
Beautiful location, excellent laidback vibe, perfect music entertainment and lovely cafe and fresh stonebaked pizza. Wonderful hosts. Couldn't have asked for better!
4 weeks ago · via Google
I come here to fish from time to time. The staff have always been very friendly. They offer food on the weekends if you fancy something on the water. Beautiful place in the countryside. Lots of wild life. 🎣☀️😊
4 months ago · via Google
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