# Campsites near Colchester Zoo — 23 within 10 miles (2026)

> 23 campsites within 10 miles of Colchester Zoo in Colchester, Essex. The nearest is Colchester Country Park, 2.4 miles away. 13 accept dogs.

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**In short:** 23 campsites within 10 miles of Colchester Zoo in Colchester, Essex. The nearest is Colchester Country Park, 2.4 miles away. 13 accept dogs.

Updated 9 November 2026 · Distances are straight-line · Ratings from Google · [About Colchester Zoo](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/attractions/colchester-zoo)

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[2.4 miles Colchester · Dogs welcome Colchester Country Park ★ 4.2 (272) Colchester Country Park in Colchester, Essex welcomes tents, caravans and motorhomes with dogs year-round, offering grass and hardstanding electric pitches in woodland.](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/camping/colchester-country-park) [3.9 miles Colchester · Dogs welcome Rockinghams Farm Glamping and Camping ★ 4.5 (42) Peaceful and secluded working farm site only 20 minutes from Mersea Island! Family and dog friendly.](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/camping/rockinghams-farm-glamping-and-camping) [4.3 miles Colchester · Dogs welcome Tey Brook Orchard ★ 5.0 (13) Quirky glamping site with a communal kitchen, amongst 20 acres of woodland. Restaurant on the farm.](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/camping/tey-brook-orchard) [6.2 miles Colchester Firs Chase Caravan Park ★ 4.2 (43) Caravan park on Essex coast near West Mersea, with easy access to the beach and sailing.](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/camping/firs-chase-caravan-park) [7.3 miles Colchester · Dogs welcome Rushbanks Farm Caravan and Camping Site ★ 4.6 (251) Riverside campsite near Colchester taking tents, caravans, motorhomes and glamping, with canoeing and paddleboarding on the River Stour, dogs welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/camping/rushbanks-farm-caravan-and-camping-site-colchester) [7.4 miles Colchester · Dogs welcome West Mersea Holiday Park ★ 4.2 (417) West Mersea Holiday Park near Colchester welcomes tents, caravans and motorhomes with 27 electric hardstanding pitches, an on-site pub-restaurant, and dogs allowed.](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/camping/west-mersea-holiday-park) [7.4 miles Colchester Waldegraves Holiday Park ★ 4.4 (1,599) Tent, caravan and motorhome pitches near Colchester in Essex, with electric hook-ups and showers, on a beach.](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/camping/waldegraves-holiday-park) [7.5 miles Colchester · Dogs welcome Mersea Barns Glamping ★ 5.0 (22) Glamping site near Colchester with safari tents and shepherd's huts featuring ensuites, woodburners and firepits; dogs welcome year-round.](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/camping/mersea-barns-glamping) [7.6 miles Colchester · Dogs welcome Waldegraves Holiday and Leisure Park ★ 4.4 (1,586) Family-oriented leisure park near Colchester with pool, fishing lakes, driving range, electric hook-ups for caravans and motorhomes, and beach access; dogs welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/camping/waldegraves-holiday-and-leisure-park) [7.8 miles Colchester · Dogs welcome Coopers Beach Holiday Park ★ 4.0 (924) Holiday park on Mersea Island with caravans, quiet and spacious with sea views available.](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/camping/coopers-beach-holiday-park) [8.1 miles Colchester · Dogs welcome Fen Farm Caravan and Camping Site ★ 4.7 (422) Fen Farm near Colchester welcomes tents, caravans and motorhomes with electric hook-ups, dogs, WiFi and walking access to beach and local pubs.](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/camping/fen-farm-caravan-and-camping-site) [8.2 miles Colchester Mersea Island Holiday Park ★ 4.3 (417) Mersea Island Holiday Park near Colchester offers tent pitches with private beach access, indoor pool, dog park and adventure playground.](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/camping/mersea-island-holiday-park) [8.2 miles Colchester The Shepherds Hide ★ 5.0 (7) A unique and romantic shepherd's hut for two, in a truly special and secluded location on the Essex coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/camping/the-shepherds-hide) [8.5 miles Witham Colemans Cottage Fishery ★ 4.5 (182) Caravan and motorhome site near Witham with fishing lakes, glamping pods and an on-site cafe serving fresh breakfasts.](https://staycation.co.uk/witham/camping/colemans-cottage-fishery) [8.8 miles Brightlingsea · Dogs welcome Brightlingsea Touring Park ★ 3.7 (146) Family friendly lakeside touring on the Essex coast, just a ten minute walk to Brightlingsea and a sandy beach!](https://staycation.co.uk/brightlingsea/camping/brightlingsea-touring-park) [8.9 miles Suffolk Little Ropers Camping ★ 4.9 (147) A back to basics campsite woodland and meadow pitches, plus hassle free bell tents. Campfires welcome.](https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/camping/little-ropers-camping) [9 miles Brightlingsea · Dogs welcome Folkards Farm Certificated Location ★ 5.0 (3) A small, peaceful CAMC site surrounded by woodland and fields, and a 20 minute stroll from Brightlingsea town.](https://staycation.co.uk/brightlingsea/camping/folkards-farm-certificated-location) [9 miles Clacton-on-Sea · Dogs welcome Pretoria Caravan Park ★ 4.0 (66) Caravan park at Clacton-on-Sea with showers, next to the aviation museum.](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/camping/pretoria-caravan-park) [9.4 miles Halstead Woodchests Glamping ★ 5.0 (22) Glamping site near Halstead with five safari tents on a family farm beside woodland and fishing lake, each with kitchen, ensuite and woodburner.](https://staycation.co.uk/halstead/camping/woodchests-glamping) [9.8 miles Southminster · Dogs welcome Eastland Meadows Country Park ★ 4.1 (55) Campground on Essex marshland near Bradwell-on-Sea, with shower facilities.](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/camping/eastland-meadows-country-park) [🏨Camping 9.8 miles Southminster Peace Place Pilgrim Bivouac ★ 5.0 (1) Health-focused campsite near Southminster with tent, motorhome and glamping pitches, electric hook-ups and showers from £18.](https://staycation.co.uk/southminster/camping/peace-place-pilgrim-bivouac) [9.9 miles Maldon Osea Leisure Park ★ 4.3 (436) Essex leisure park with pods near Maldon, overlooking water with fire pits and basic cooking facilities.](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/camping/osea-leisure-park) [9.9 miles Maldon Mill House Caravan Park ★ 4.4 (187) Caravan park at Mill Beach near Maldon, with showers and direct beach access.](https://staycation.co.uk/essex/camping/mill-house-caravan-park)

## Quick answers

### How many campsites are there near Colchester Zoo?

We list 23 within 10 miles of Colchester Zoo, measured in a straight line.

### Which campsites are closest to Colchester Zoo?

The nearest are Colchester Country Park (2.4 miles), Rockinghams Farm Glamping and Camping (3.9 miles) and Tey Brook Orchard (4.3 miles).

### Are there dog-friendly campsites near Colchester Zoo?

Yes: 13 of the 23 accept dogs. They are marked on this page.

### How are the distances worked out?

They are straight-line distances between each place and Colchester Zoo, so the journey by road will be a little longer.