FAQ’s

In 2024, we will be open from 1st May and close on 16th September
There is a 2 nights minimum stay when arriving Friday or Saturday from 26th May onwards
Late May and August Bank holidays are 3 nights minimum (please arrive Friday if you can)

Yes, you can fish free of charge at the campsite during the fishing season. Our river has roach, bream, eel, pike, carp, perch and chub. * Please bring your fishing licence and double check this years fishing season dates

We have a sink area with bins for you to wash up cooking equipment, please bring your own washing detergent and sponge

Upon arrival please choose the best space available and set up
The best option for you will depend on the size of your group and the spaces available so have a drive around the site and then decide what’s best for you
We do not reserve specific spaces, they are based on a first come, first serve basis. Staff may be helping other customers when you first arrive, so please set up your things and make yourself at home. We will visit your pitch as soon as we can to organise check-in, fire pits and logs etc.

Please visit a cash point and bring cash to pay for any extras such as a canoe or campfire
We will visit your pitch after 16.00 to check you in, tag your accommodation and organise your campfire and any extras if required
We are fully off grid and therefore cannot process any payments by credit or debit card

Please arrive after 14.00 and try to be here by 20.00 if possible (our gates always remain open)
Please check out by 12.00 on your day of departure (unless you’ve hired a canoe on your departure date - you can therefore leave later on)

Canoe hire is available daily
Canoe training & maps are provided before your trip
Canoe hire is exclusively for customers staying with us at Rushbanks Campsite
Hire duration is from 10.00 to 18.00 (8 hours) and costs £65
Buoyancy aids for children are free of charge, adult buoyancy aids cost £5 per day
Canoes seat either 3 adults only or 2 adults and 2 children. Canoes can be taken to the Anchor Inn Pub, Nayland, which is downstream, please note that you will need to carry the canoe around two weirs. * Canoes can be shared between groups and taken both upstream and downstream from our campsite
We have limited availability for canoe hire and recommend you book in advance, please email us at rushbanksfarm@gmail.com to make a booking or if you require information regarding availability
Our standard cancellation policy applies. There are no refunds within 30 days of arrival

Yes, you can bring your own canoe, kayak, SUP or inflatable free of charge
Boat launch (river permits issued by the EA & Canoe Union)
Please contact the Environment Agency for a river Stour boat license for your canoe or kayak
www.visitanglianwaterways.org/anglian-pass-application-form
Our canadian canoe rental boats include a boat license for the river Stour and insurance

No refunds within 30 days
Refunds for pitches, bell-tents and canoes will only be given in the event of flooding
You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away
Any refund issued will be subject to a processing fee of £10

‘Sunset Corner’ offers a great view of the sunset - check out some of our Gallery photos. It is located on the river bank next to the showers and swing area. Look along the river from the riverbank and be inspired whilst taking some amasing Instagrammable photos.

Check out our amenities page
Great Horkesley Post Office (limited opening hours), Co-Op Chesterwell and Asda, Colchester sell ice