Wild Canvas returns for summer 2025
Wild Canvas Festival-style family camping in Bedfordshire
A summer escape full of fun. Wild Canvas is back for August 2025, offering a vibrant mix of nature, music and creativity. This family-friendly pop-up runs from Thursday 7th August to Tuesday 26th August at Turvey House Estate in Bedfordshire.
Just 1 hour 45 minutes from London, Wild Canvas offers a refreshing countryside escape across three riverside meadows. Whether you want a relaxing break or activity-packed days, there’s something for every age and interest.
Activities for the whole family at Wild Canvas
Campers can enjoy a huge choice of activities. Learn new skills with bushcraft, circus tricks or life drawing. Younger guests can get stuck into kids craft sessions, discos and talent shows. Paddleboarding lessons run daily or bring your own kayak to explore the River Great Ouse.
New for 2025, Saturday evenings will feature intimate jazz and folk sets at a cosy live music stage, adding even more atmosphere.
Wellbeing in nature
The Nest wellness area has grown for 2025. Guests can take part in yoga, pilates, fitness sessions and calming sound baths. Free Rise & Move classes run daily to start the morning right. For extra relaxation, book a session in the riverside wood-fired sauna or enjoy a massage in the treatment tent.
Stay your way
Choose from furnished Bell Tents for four or try the new Nova Air Dome Tents, which sleep six. These stylish pod tents from Boutique Camping offer plenty of space and comfort. Traditional campers can pitch up in spacious fields, with areas for tents, campervans and live-in vehicles.
Delicious food and drink
Start the day with a hearty breakfast and fresh coffee. On-site food options include Caribbean-inspired curries, paninis, soups and salads from the café. Food trucks and De Nadas Empanadas bring extra flavour throughout the day.
Relax in the Wild HQ Courtyard Bar with local beers, cocktails and wine. Weekends buzz with live DJs and musical acts while curated playlists set a mellow tone midweek.
Wild Canvas Ticket information
Adult camping tickets cost £40 per night (Thu–Sun) or £30 midweek. Children’s rates start at £12. Furnished tents start at £160 per night midweek and £180 at weekends. Day tickets are also available.
Explore Bedfordshire
Nearby attractions include Woburn Safari Park, Whipsnade Zoo, Castle Ashby, and Harrold Odell Country Park. Explore Olney for shopping and local charm.
Wild Canvas combines modern camping comforts with a friendly, creative vibe. Expect hot showers, flushing toilets and a communal campfire – but no dogs or public Wi-Fi.
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