About

The Suffolk Steel House & Glamping.

We’re a family run business here at the Suffolk Steel House & Glamping. 3 generations have had input into this new and exciting venture which we invite you to come and share with us.

We have 2 luxury 5 metre Bell Tents (also known as Tipis) available this season, ‘The Orwell’ and ‘The Stour’. Each Bell Tent can sleep a maximum of 2 people in a king size bed. The site is set in over half an acre of beautiful Suffolk countryside.

Here at the Suffolk Steel House & Glamping we realise how important it is to have your own space so as a result each tent comes with their own private bathroom.

The bathrooms are housed in the Monty Don inspired ‘steel house’ where of course, you’ll find up to date facilities-hot/cold running water, enclosed shower, flushing loo etc.

For cooking facilities there is a shared converted 1950s ‘Rice Horse box’ kitchen.

Set on the edge of the lovely old Suffolk village of Tattingstone, with its 2 pubs and shops within a bike ride ride away, you’ll have all you need for the perfect relaxing glamping experience.

If you wish to explore the area:

  • Alton water leisure facilities https://anglianwaterparks.co.uk/alton-water

  • Constable country on your doorstep.

  • Ancient towns of Lavenham, Bury St Edmunds and even Cambridge within an hour’s driving distance.

  • For seaside charm visit Felixstowe and riverside Woodbridge.

But if you really want to chill out, just kick back, enjoy the view and immerse yourself in the slow pace of silly Suffolk.

 

Take a walk around our site.

Walk freely around our 1/2 acre site, follow the footpath down the hill to relaxing views of Alton water lake.

 
 

Location

The Suffolk Steel House & Glamping site is located in the little village of Tattingstone just outside Ipswich, Suffolk.

If coming from London, the easiest way to reach us is by train. There are regular trains (2 every hour) from London Liverpool Street to our closest station Manningtree (15 mins taxi ride) or Ipswich (20 mins taxi ride).

Stansted international airport is also only an hour away by car.

If arriving by your own car, we can give you directions upon booking.

 

 

The view from your Bell Tent

The lake is part of Alton Water

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The White Horse is one of two pubs in Tattingstone.

Take a short stroll across the field and enjoy a local ale in the White Horse pub. They serve food and also have a little tea room attached.