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The best campsites in United Kingdom with swimming
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Top-rated campgrounds in United Kingdom
Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
1. Holistic Woods Wild Campsite
94%
(252)
Woodbridge, England · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Campsite manage :07733521815 We are a wild campsite with character and history.
Our most popular pitch is our beautiful SSSI woodland.
There are only 25 pitches available. We have a mid wild pitch on the outskirts of the woods, lovely grassed area between trees. Our top field is perfect for motorhomes & caravans.
Plenty of space to breath and relax. Located on the stunning heathlands of the Sutton Heath. We are surrounded by beautiful woodland walks, including the Sandlings walk and just 10 minutes from the river Deben.
We have a bus stop at the top of the track and Melton train station is a 20 minute walk or 5 minute drive. There are access points onto public footpaths, leading to Rendlesham Forest. A famous site for UFOs! Sutton Hoo is a stone's throw away. Bring your bikes and explore the area on wheels.
There is water access and portaloos. We do not have showers yet. Blue/grey waste must be taken away. LEAVE NO TRACE
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Pytingwyn Woods
2. Pytingwyn Woods
98%
(181)
Brecon, Wales · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Almost-wild camping on the banks of the River Honddu, edging the Brecon Beacons
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Picnic table
South Dean Camping
3. South Dean Camping
98%
(314)
Barnstaple, England · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Clifftop camping with epic sea views, right next to Exmoor National Park.
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Norfolk Coast Path Camping Glamping
4. Norfolk Coast Path Camping Glamping
Hunstanton, England · 210 units · Tents, Motorhomes
🌊 Norfolk Coast Path Camping & Glamping: Holme-next-the-Sea
Norfolk Coast Path Camping & Glamping provides a tranquil, back-to-basics coastal escape in one of North Norfolk’s most secluded villages. Located on a spacious 5-acre meadow, the site is perfectly situated for those seeking adventure, peace, and wide-open skies.
📍 Proximity to Path and Beach
The site's primary draw is its location at the junction of two major walking routes: the Norfolk Coast Path and the Peddars Way.
Beach Access: The secluded golden sands of Holme-next-the-Sea Beach (home of the historic Sea Henge) are a short 10-minute walk away. This highly special location allows guests to witness a rare spectacle on the East Coast: sunsets over the sea, followed by incredible stargazing under the vast, dark Norfolk skies.
Hiking Base: The campsite is an ideal base for hikers, cyclists, and birdwatchers, with easy access to wild areas like the Holme Dunes Nature Reserve and RSPB Titchwell Marsh.
🐕 Dog-Friendly & Local Life
The site is dog-friendly, welcoming well-behaved companions in all camping and glamping units. The coastal path offers miles of walking, and Holme Beach is vast and dog-friendly.
Local Businesses & Activities: The site is close to the village centre, putting you near welcoming local pubs and shops for essential supplies and dining. Nearby coastal towns like Hunstanton (3 miles) and the harbours at Brancaster offer opportunities for watersports (paddleboarding, kitesurfing) and sampling local seafood (like the famous Crab Hut).
🔥 Back-to-Basics & Space Under the Stars
The campsite embraces a rustic, back-to-basics philosophy focused on the outdoor experience:
Accommodation: Pitches are available for tents, campervans, motorhomes, and caravans. Glamping options include cosy Shepherd's Huts and Bell Tents. Units often benefit from seclusion and privacy on the 5-acre meadow.
Campfires: Campfires and BBQs are encouraged and allowed, with glamping units providing dedicated fire pits/braziers.
Facilities: Amenities are designed to be simple, clean, and functional, including flushable toilets, shower blocks, and fresh water.
The site offers a pure, authentic outdoor retreat blending simple facilities with a prime coastal location.
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Felin Uchaf Meadow Camping
5. Felin Uchaf Meadow Camping
99%
(100)
Pwllheli, Wales · 14 units · Tents, Glamping
Peaceful meadow camping on an eco-friendly site on the Llŷn Peninsula
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Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite
6. Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite
99%
(372)
Crickhowell, Wales · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Simple, eco-friendly camping with epic views at the foot of a famed Welsh mountain range
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Potable water
Snelling Farm Campsite
7. Snelling Farm Campsite
99%
(147)
Wareham, England · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
An amazingly green, natural feel and care-free atmosphere near the Dorset coast
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Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP
8. Four Winds Camping, Canoeing & SUP
98%
(316)
March, Cambridgeshire, England · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, friendly riverside campsite in Cambridgeshire – with campfires allowed
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Electrical hookup
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Camping at Tomkins Farm
9. Camping at Tomkins Farm
96%
(175)
North Chailey, England · 41 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Relaxed camping beside a lake on an East Sussex farm, with alpacas, llamas, and camels
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Hamperley Hideaways
10. Hamperley Hideaways
99%
(146)
Church Stretton, England · 3 units · Tents, Glamping
Almost wild camping and rustic glamping in the Shropshire Hills, with campfires and compost loos
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Potable water
The T Barn
11. The T Barn
99%
(93)
Cirencester, England · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and shepherd’s huts with hot tubs on a picturesque Cotswolds farm near Cirencester
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Glan Y Mor Camping
12. Glan Y Mor Camping
98%
(96)
Pembroke, Wales · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A super-friendly, family-run campsite on the edge of Pembroke
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Red Sky at Night Campsite
13. Red Sky at Night Campsite
99%
(42)
Monmouth, Wales · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
If you’re lucky, you’ll catch at least one of the breathtaking sunsets at Red Sky at Night Campsite near Monmouth. If not, there’s always a stunning view of rolling hills all around. At night, the skies become a dazzling canvas of stars under one of Wales' official Dark Sky Reserves.
This family-run camping field on our laid-back livestock farm is full of rustic charm. Pitch wherever feels right—tent or camper van. Dogs welcome but must always be kept on a lead and cleaned up after (dog waste bin on site, otherwise we are a leave no trace site and you should take your rubbish home with you).
This year, we’re introducing the “Missing Camper Trail” hidden in the woodland—can you find Colin? You’ll also find a new zip line and a slackline for adventurers big and small. Mud Café and den building are still here, along with teddy bears scattered through the woods—no official trail, just hidden friends to find.
Also new this season - a handcrafted washing-up area built by Farmer Ben from wood right off our farm.
Coming soon: We’re hoping for showers this season, but we’ll update when they’re up and running.
Wild camping here means no electricity—just two lovely compost loos and a covered cold-water tap. So bring your guitar, light a fire, and soak up the simplicity... The way camping was intended.
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Coverack Camping & Glamping
14. Coverack Camping & Glamping
99%
(202)
Coverack, England · 67 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Traditional family camping near Coverack, with the promise of coast, countryside and Cornish ice cream
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Electrical hookup
Campfires
Goren Farm
15. Goren Farm
100%
(100)
Seaton, England · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Nearly wild camping in Devonshire wildflower meadows
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Potable water
Wifi
Sweet Hill Farm
16. Sweet Hill Farm
94%
(316)
Isle Of Portland, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland
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Pentre Du Camping Club
17. Pentre Du Camping Club
97%
(76)
Colwyn Bay, Wales · 40 units
Simply good camping with campfires allowed near Colwyn Bay
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Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping
18. Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping
97%
(149)
St Kew, England · 83 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Wake up to the sound of birdsong, go swimming before breakfast in the clear water of a secluded lake. Cook your bacon and eggs over an open fire while you plan your day, or just laze it away in the peace and quiet of your own personal tipi. You can always go fishing tomorrow, and walk along the cliffs the day after that…
The site is a unique woodland valley folded around a clear, spring-fed lake created from the old Tregildrans Quarry. Our tipis and tent pitches are dotted about this secret 20 acres full of ferns, bluebells, oak and meadowsweet.
Left in peace for many years there's been no modern chemicals or poisons on the land, meaning we've got bluebells, dormice, Red Admirals and shy woodland Jays for you to spot.
It’s a place set apart from the rush and clutter of the modern holiday experience, with an atmosphere that makes you forget the world outside, and just lounge, ramble, or potter about in a boat.
We're committed to giving you a genuinely individual service from first contact to your time staying with us.
We established CTH in 1996. This was the first and we believe still is the best tipi holiday site in the UK. We know our area inside out and can always help with local knowledge or contacts if you need them.
We want to offer our guests a sustainable holiday. A return to real camping means the lowest possible impact on the land and environment - our tipi poles don’t even break the surface of the earth. Your footprint while here could only be bettered by a survival expert. You don't have to fly! a major bonus, and we source all our wood, fish and canvas locally and work with local people wherever possible.
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Roskilly Camping
19. Roskilly Camping
97%
(33)
Helston, England · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small family run campsite located on the famous ice cream farm, Roskilly’s. On the Lizard in South West Cornwall, the farm is remote and tucked away with a Cornish feel, yet there is plenty to do.
The farm has a vast array of animals that you can feed, a large woodland and ponds walk where the cows may be grazing. There are also many stunning beaches and Cornish fishing villages a small walk or drive away. We have a restaurant offering lovely food all day from breakfast to dinner.
During the summer season there is also live music performed by local bands on selected evenings.
Our campsite offers large grass pitches for tents and camper vans as well as a pristine toilet and shower block and communal area.
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Stowford Manor Farm Campsite
20. Stowford Manor Farm Campsite
88%
(49)
Trowbridge, England · 51 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a family run farm situated in the beautiful Frome valley. The farm has a range of interests from the traditional Jersey milking cows to a community of workshops used by local craftsmen. The cafe serves cream teas from Easter to the end of September and pizzas are sold in evenings during the summer months.
Ours is a small family run camp site with the River Frome on one side, next to the medieval buildings of Stowford Farm. The river is suitable for fishing, boating, swimming and paddling. Historic Bradford-on-Avon is only a 5 minute drive and the City of Bath 15 minutes. For those who enjoy more rural pleasures, 200 metres from the campsite Farleigh Hungerford boasts the only river swimming club in the country, and you can become an instant member for a very small fee.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Suzanne
3 days ago
Tent
With kids
Beautiful, almost wild camping with my 13yr old son, who was looking for an 'Outdoor Boys' (YouTube) type experience. Came on a Monday so nice and quiet with only 1x other family staying. We camped in the woods, cooked over an open campfire and paddled in the stream. Water was lovely and clear and the sound of the stream was like a natural white noise soundtrack. David came to check we were all okay in the evening, a lovely person who was very laid back and helpful. As the sun went down there were a few bats flying low which were fun to watch. Had a great time and will look to come back.
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Leonie
5 days ago
Tent
With pets
Beautiful location with spacious pitches. Helpful hosts
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Sarah
5 days ago
5 m campervan
With pets
Lovely spot. George the horse is a charmer, and his owner came round to say hello too! A little gem of a site - shame that one family decided to camp right on the river and block access to the ‘beach’ for paddling. There’s always one!
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Nikola
6 days ago
Tent
The most perfect place. I hardly want to leave a review in case it becomes more popular, but that wouldn't be fair to David! Camped in a peaceful spot away from others, with the river right there for swims. Idyllic in every way.
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Lauren
1 week ago
Tent
Group trip
This campsite is beautiful! We were a group of 11 and stayed in the woodland next to the river. The woodland was so cool during a very hot weekend and having the option to just have a sit down in the river was a game changer (the river itself is super clean and seems very healthy!). David is also a lovely host ☺️ we will definitely be coming back!
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Jess
2 weeks ago
5 m rooftop tent
The most amazing site. The location is dreamy. The facilities were above expectations (I was shocked to have a shower in a field with better water pressure than my house!).
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karen
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
A lovely spot on a quite river/stream - just as described.
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Ben
2 weeks ago
7 m campervan
The back to basics setup was lovely, it means you can really appreciate the natural setting.
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Benjamin
2 weeks ago
Tent
David gave me a warm welcome and I was able to moto camp in the woods near the river in a beautiful peaceful setting, I will return!
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Grace
2 weeks ago
5 m campervan
Lovely campsite with stunning views across the clifftop. The facilities were excellent, with proper loos and showers which were kept clean and stocked up. We were able to hire a fire pit, which was great to sit around in the evening.
Check in/check out was super easy.
Beautiful walks can be done straight from the campsite.
We will definitely be back and would 100% recommend.
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Adam
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Camped for two nights with my family including two young kids under 3. We had a fantastic time, great views (day and night), caters nicely for kids without being over the top and providing the right amount of outdoor natural play, good basic facilities (absolutely fine by us!). Lots to do nearby. Pizza horse box was a great last minute addition that meant we could avoid cooking too! We would love to come back and stay longer! Thanks for the hospitality and providing such a great space!
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Jason
2 weeks ago
6 m campervan
With pets
Lovely quiet pitch,in the woods. Basic site but don't let it put you off!!
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Johnson
2 weeks ago
Tent
What a beautiful secluded peaceful place! My first solo camp 🏕️, on my bike was truly memorable and I’ll defo be back soon.
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Mat
2 weeks ago
Tent
Excellent spot to stay, lovely woods nearby and easy to find, absolutely no complaints.
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jackie
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
David was a fabulous and friendly host. We had a lovely pitch and the site was just right for its proximity to Pen Y Fan which was one of the reasons we picked this site.
The site was great for our dog who loved the water and freedom of having some off lead adventures. David is very easy going and as long as they're not a nuisance it's fine. We loved saying hello to George the horse and he had some little treats from us.
Overall a great experience however if I were to be at all critical there's only one thing .. Another few campers arrived the following day and set up their tents right in front of the toilet area making it a little awkward for us as we then had to navigate around their camp to use it. The site instructions do ask politely for campers to keep the area around the toilet accessible... but I know not everyone follows those..
I think the toilet could do with a little bit of TLC as the door is a little worn out .. also it was a bit messy in there on our arrival so I did have to have a little tidy up
Overall though a great little wild camping site where you can enjoy camp fires and the tranquility and listening to the sound of the water.. we would stay here again.
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Jacqueline
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Beautiful peaceful meadow camping. The cafe , nature trails and round houses are just gorgeous. Friendly and helpful host. Compost loos, showers and washing up facilities all fab. Would definitely stop again. Cheap camping and not far to many lovely coves.
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Clare
2 weeks ago
2 m campervan
With pets
Absolutely loved this site!
A warm and friendly welcome on arrival.
The individual pitches were perfect and all the facilities anyone could need!
I had a wonderful and peaceful stay.
Will definitely return if im down this way!
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Thomas
3 weeks ago
Tent
The campsite was clean a visitors mostly respectful. Remember to bring your 50p for the shower and liked the set up.
Unfortunately, there was a group who were making loads of noise all night on the second day. It would be cool if someone was around to get them to turn it down or maybe a number to call. Just some feedback to consider.
Other than that had a great stay and would recommend.
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David
3 weeks ago
Tent
Peaceful, calm, and beautiful meadow setting. Off the beaten track, and away from the tourist trail. The handmade buildings here are beautiful and fascinating and add to the special sense of tranquility
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Jayne
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Wonderful site! So peaceful and everything you need for a back to basics family camping trip. Thanks so much
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