Offgrid Glamping and Fishing Complex- Suffolk, UK

Aim

HELP US take Rum Bridge to the next level; HELP YOURSELF to years of family holidays, exclusive fishing permits and other unique rewards

Thanks for your interest in the Rum Bridge Glamping & Fishing Complex. 

Rum Bridge Glamping & Fishing is offering a unique opportunity to help fund the development of our boutique ‘offgrid’ glamping and fishing site in the beautiful Suffolk countryside. Show your support for this exciting project and you could benefit from a range of exclusive rewards - including everything from discounted stays to one-of-a-kind fishing experiences and larger group gatherings. By investing in our project, you'll not only be supporting the creation of an exceptional destination for glamping and fishing enthusiasts but will be part of a community of like-minded individuals who share our passion for nature and the great outdoors.

This is us: https://rumbridge.co.uk/

We (Steve and Carol Calder) acquired the (then derelict) county wildlife site that was to become the Rum Bridge glamping complex and fishery in 2018.

Today, the complex comprises 12 permanent glamping pods, lakeside cabins, a gypsy carriage, and bell tents (each sleeping up to six people).

This idyllic rural retreat offers families, couples and anglers an affordable yet revitalising escape from the stresses and rigours of modern life, in a choice of lakeside and pet friendly accommodation, tucked away amid the trees in an established County Wildlife Area.

In addition, a newly created meadow with river views offers dedicated space for up to four additional bell tents, to accommodate corporate events and larger family groups. 

And the adjacent fishing lakes attract anglers from miles around, being home to specimen sized carp (40lbs+), crucians (3lbs+), tench (9lbs+), roach (2lbs+), pike, perch and rudd.

Though offgrid, the pods and cabins benefit from a limited but dependable solar electrical supply, suitable for lighting, device charging, etc.; and guests are further served by an onsite food concession and extensively stocked  fishing tackle shop.

COACHING AND OPEN DAYS:

SUPPORTING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ANGLERS | PROMOTING BETTER MENTAL HEALTH

We are committed to promoting the proven mental health and well being benefits that angling offers to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Accordingly, we run regular (free) ‘Get into fishing’,‘Family Fishing’ and ‘Take a friend fishing’ events, and a summer school, in conjunction with a small team of professional angling coaches.

Our open days attract participants from the local community and beyond - from complete newcomers to the sport aged 4 and up, to returners aged 80+. And all tuition, bait and tackle and even temporary rod fishing licences are provided at no charge.

We also offer one-to-one coaching sessions with (amongst others) younger people with learning difficulties and challenging behaviours, the majority of whom have gone on to develop an interest not just in angling, but in the wider natural environment.

Other ad hoc events which we have run previously, and hope to replicate in future, include coaching days in conjunction with a crime reduction and a drug rehabilitation charity, and special needs schools (via the Fishing for Schools initiative).

HAPPY GLAMPERS - IN THEIR OWN WORDS...

Just a few unsolicited reviews from our more than 400 happy visitors.

Mandy Harvey  My daughter and I have just had the most wonderful weekend clean friendly and wow the lake views are stunning so relaxing and carol does the best breakfast I ever had Thankyou highly recommend family fishing or just peace and quiet beautiful we loved it xx

Amy Harvey Mua  Really enjoyed my little weekend here, such a beautiful place, with the best lake views to wake up to, was so nice to just to kick back relax and enjoy the peace and quiet, I even made a few friends (duck gang) lol, will definitely be back, thank you for a wonderful stay.

Jade Weller  Yet another amazing stay at Rumbridge, it must be good this is the third time in just over a year! Steve and carol cannot do anymore for you. So relaxing and a lovely comfortable stay. I cannot believe we weren’t cold despite it being the middle of December!

Claire Rogers  An amazing place! 3 large lakes for fishing, great camping pods, shepards huts, Bell tents all very clean and not over crowding each other. Grounds are kept well and the tackle shop has everything you need for fishing. The hosts Steve and Carol couldn't have been more helpful. Currently looking for a free weekend so we can rebook.

Laura Stones  We have just got back from a lovely stay in Hazel. Very welcoming, fantastic facilities loved hiring a fire pit and cook tent.Thank you very much

Natalie Louise Bruce I am sitting here now just outside the little baby bell tent enjoying the last night of my 2 night stay here .. although short I have very much felt at home and very comfortable here in this quiet little nook. I have made friends with the ducks and chickens and spoken with the guinea-pigs and I was very lucky to meet the gorgeous pups Boots and Ninja. RumBridge Glamping for me has been the perfect little hideaway. Clean, super friendly and very comfortable  

Jenny Hush O'Dell Great facilities, helpful and nice owners who go out of their way. Definitely be back again, longer and more of us! Thank you.

Alison Lawrence  Fantastic family gathering for a special birthday. Carol and Steve were very welcoming and made our weekend so memorable. Beautiful site, very clean with lovely hot showers.  Thank you

NEXT STEPS...

Having developed the site from its original derelict state, stewarding it through the pandemic and two lockdowns, and growing the business to its current profitable level - with more than half our guests re-booking (many,multiple times) - we are now seeking funding to: 

complete work on the new river-view meadow area (which has been severely delayed by the recent near-monsoon conditions);

link the two lakes, to create one large multi-species fishery;

build a permanent manager’s lodge to enable 24/7 support and security, all year round; and

increase occupancy levels from a post-COVID 45% to an 'industry standard' 70%.

THE REWARDS

1/ THE RUM BRIDGE GOLD CARD - worth £1,675+

Invest £500 now to enjoy a four-day bell tent break EVERY YEAR FOR UP TO FIVE YEARS - for up to six people - in your choice of accommodation; with flexible dates to suit you, anytime through till 2030.

Choose from:

Lakeside Bell Tent

Saffie’s Bell Tent

The Baby Bell tent

Meadows Bell tents

PLUS: rent additional bell tents for larger groups and gatherings, at discounted rates.

2/ THE RUM BRIDGE PLATINUM CARD- worth £2,175+.

Invest £750 today to enjoy a seven-day getaway every year for five years - with flexible dates to suit you, anytime through till 2030.

Choose from:

Patsy’s Pod

Hazels

Gypsy Carriage ‘Rose’

The Meadow Cabin

3/ THE RUM BRIDGE BLACK CARD - worth £5,850+.

Invest £1,495 now  to enjoy a 7-day fishing holiday EVERY YEAR FOR FIVE YEARS - for up to three people (anytime from April-November, through till 2030).

Choose from:

Willows Pod

George’s Pod

The Moat Pod

Mini Moat Bell Tent

Lakeside Bell Tent

Baby Bell Tent

There are some great rewards to be had for anglers too; including…

THE RUM BRIDGE TRADE CARD

Invest £250 to take advantage of trade prices on leading brand carp, match and predator tackle and bait for a full FIVE YEARS - enjoying savings of up to 30% or even more - potentially worth £1,000s - on all your essential (and non essential!) kit.

WINTER FISHING TICKETS

Offering a limited number of anglers EXCLUSIVE AND UNRESTRICTED ACCESS to both fishing lakes from 27th November 2023 - Thursday, March 28th 2024.

Plus: SAVE 50% on all lakeside cabins, throughout this period.

all for just £225.

This project successfully funded on 8th June 2023