Castle on the Hill video location

The hillside that featured in Ed Sheeran's 'Castle on the Hill' video is just outside Woodbridge, and it's genuinely worth the pilgrimage if you're camping nearby. You get a proper sense of why the Suffolk landscape caught his eye - rolling fields, wide skies, that particular English countryside feel that doesn't shout but somehow stays with you. The spot itself is straightforward: a slope with decent views across the Deben Valley. There's no official visitor infrastructure, which means you're free to wander about without the usual tourist machinery. Bring a picnic, stay for an hour or so, and you'll see exactly what drew him there.

Musicheads will get the most from it, obviously, but honestly it's just a lovely corner of Suffolk even if you couldn't hum the song. Families with older kids might enjoy the walk up and the photo opportunity. The ground can be muddy after rain, so check conditions if you're planning a visit. It's free to access and sits well within striking distance of several decent glamping spots - Savage Glamping and The Croft Campsite are both only a couple of miles away and rated highly by guests. If you're basing yourself at one of those for a wider Suffolk break, this makes an easy morning detour. Don't go expecting a visitor centre or shop. Go for the quiet moment and the view. That's the actual point.