'For older children, on request, Glampotel can set up a separate bell tent so that your kids can be close by but with their own space'

Glampotel, Purbeck Hills, Dorset

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The six canvas cottages at Glampotel in Dorset are situated in the peaceful Rowlands Wait Touring park and come complete with en suite bathrooms. The accommodation is perfectly situated so that guests can get all the privacy they want and still enjoy the surrounding nature. I love the hardwood floors and wood burning stove and it’s always nice to have an ensuite bathroom which comes with a composting loo. Beds are decked out with luxury Egyptian sheets and duvets and all important fluffy towels. glampotel.com

Comfort Under Canvass

Getting away from it all to a great camp site is quite often the perfect break for all the family. There is nothing like a holiday under canvas, where life can be simple and stress free, and the UK has fantastic countryside to explore, with wide sandy beaches, gorgeous hill views and ancient forests often a short walk or bike ride away. Throw in that added bit of luxury and wow-factor which glamping can provide, and you will get all the fun of traditional camping mixed with a truly memorable experience. Family travel expert, Nichola West, rounds up ten of the best sites for glamping with the kids in the UK >>

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Cosy Under Canvas, Nr Newchurch, Powys Right on the Welsh border, Cosy Under Canvas is a peaceful site with five geodomes and two bell tents that come complete with wood burning stoves and fire pits. Using wood-fired showers, compost loos and solar lights they are flying the eco flag and providing fluffy sheepskins, super comfy beds and bags of style. The geodomes also come with use of a hot tub to get star gazing on clear nights. Kids will love the opportunity to try out kayaking or pony trekking locally or have a go at stream dipping. There are trails, swings and plenty of woodland games to keep everyone occupied. cosyundercanvas.co.uk

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2015 www.thegreenparent.co.uk