Question 1

Are there toilets & showers on Site?

Accepted Answer

There are toilets and unisex showers on site! Our wild showers are roomy and open roofed with a lockable door.

Question 2

Is there drinking water on site?

Accepted Answer

There are free drinking water taps around the campsite for you to use, remember to bring reusable bottles, including your own cutlery & crockery.

Question 3

Can we bring dogs?

Accepted Answer

Yes absolutely, please purchase them a ticket! Well behaved dogs are allowed on site & must be kept on leads at all times, dog mess must be cleaned up right away. Always be respectful of other dogs, owners & people on site.

Question 4

Can we buy food on site?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We have a variety of food vendors on site at different times of the year, these will be specific to each event & announced to ticket holders & on socials before the events.

Question 5

What do I do with my rubbish?

Accepted Answer

The Wild Retreat is an Eco-Friendly haven! Please bring a sack for your rubbish & take this when you leave site. We are truly committed to the “leave no trace, just footprints” ethos.

Question 6

Can we have a campfire?

Accepted Answer

There will be an communal evening campfire in the communal space on site.

Question 7

Is there a place to wash our dishes/other items?

Accepted Answer

There are sinks available to wash crockery & cutlery, there are no washing machines on site.

Question 8

Can I smoke on site?

Accepted Answer

Anyone smoking tobacco on site must dispose of ash & butts safely in the ashtrays provided.

Question 9

Can I bring a BBQ?

Accepted Answer

You can bring your own BBQ equipment, providing you use it responsibly. BBQs should be kept off the ground so not to damage the grass. Please be mindful of allowing hot coals to cool before you bag them up! Firestarters are deadly to animals & wildlife so please be extra vigilant with their disposal

Question 10

Can I play my own music?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can play music until 10pm. On some occasions we may have music/live performances happening in the communal area of the site until 11pm. Please be respectful of neighbours around you, especially those with young children. If someone asks you to turn your music down, please do.

Question 11

Is the site family friendly?

Accepted Answer

We welcome all children & teens, but they must always be accompanied by an adult if under 16.

Question 12

Are campervans allowed on site?

Accepted Answer

Campervans are welcome along with tents, with limited electrical hook-ups available. Please bring a torch to help you navigate the site in the evenings.

Question 13

What is the earliest/latest time we can access the site?

Accepted Answer

Gates open at 8am and close at 11pm.

Question 14

Is there Wifi?

Accepted Answer

There is no WiFi on site but the 4G reception is great. There is an electric point in the communal area to charge phones if needed. We encourage you to keep off your socials while you're at The Wild Retreat!

Question 15

Can I bring the car up to our plot?

Accepted Answer

The free car park is a short distance to all accommodations, cars are not permitted to drive on site for health & safety reasons.

Question 16

Can we swim in the Lake?

Accepted Answer

You can indeed have a dip in the beautiful lake on site, paddle boards welcome! Fishing is not permitted.

Question 17

Can we go into other fields for walks?

Accepted Answer

There are plenty of long walks for you to enjoy, but do not enter fields with animals in them. In particular, stay away from cattle as they can be extremely protective of their calves. Do not enter fields which have crops growing & just generally adhere to the Countryside Code.

Question 18

Can we bring fireworks or sky lanterns?

Accepted Answer

We do not allow the use of fireworks or sky lanterns in order to preserve the natural habitat of the environment.

Question 19

Is the site available for hire?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Please enquire with a member of staff or email thewildretreatharlow@gmail.com.

Question 20

Group Bookings of 8 or more people

Accepted Answer

Please enquire via email at thewildretreatharlow@gmail.com.

Question 21

Is alcohol being served?

Accepted Answer

We will not be serving alcohol but you are welcome to bring your own. Alcohol is permitted on site after Wellness activities have finished at 5pm on Saturday 12th July. Alcohol must be decanted into your own containers such as flasks, cups or reusable bottles. Please drink responsibly.

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