Best campsites for hikers near Luton

Luton sits at the edge of rolling hills and patchwork fields—prime territory for hikers who want easy access to trails. Over 350 campsites here cater to walkers, from woodland clearings to riverside pitches. Expect hot showers, clean toilets, and sites where campfires are allowed, so you can toast marshmallows after a day on the footpaths. Prices start as low as £10 per night, with the average hovering around £97. The local favourites? The Barn KT9 (111 reviews) offers woodland walks right from your pitch. Cotswolds Camping (59 reviews) is known for its wide skies and quiet fields, while Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire (53 reviews) lets you wake up to birdsong beside wild meadows. Swimming and fishing spots aren’t far off, either. If you’re after a no-nonsense base for hiking near Luton, you’ll find plenty of solid options to pitch up and set out.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Luton

Luton sits at the edge of rolling hills and patchwork fields—prime territory for hikers who want easy access to trails. Over 350 campsites here cater to walkers, from woodland clearings to riverside pitches. Expect hot showers, clean toilets, and sites where campfires are allowed, so you can toast marshmallows after a day on the footpaths. Prices start as low as £10 per night, with the average hovering around £97. The local favourites? The Barn KT9 (111 reviews) offers woodland walks right from your pitch. Cotswolds Camping (59 reviews) is known for its wide skies and quiet fields, while Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire (53 reviews) lets you wake up to birdsong beside wild meadows. Swimming and fishing spots aren’t far off, either. If you’re after a no-nonsense base for hiking near Luton, you’ll find plenty of solid options to pitch up and set out.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Luton

1. Holistic Woods Wild Campsite

94%

(178)

125km from Luton · 47 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

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

2. The Nut Plat Retreat

93%

(72)

88km from Luton · 3 units · Glamping

Antique living wagons on the banks of the River Bourne, with a charming orchard setting, a pub down the lane and a history unlike anywhere else

3. The Barn KT9

97%

(271)

63km from Luton · 22 units · Tents, Glamping

A unique rural campsite in Surrey, a stone's throw from London's Zone 6

4. Surrey Hills Yurts & Bell Tents

76km from Luton · 9 units · Glamping

Yurt glamping in the Surrey Hills

5. The T Barn

99%

(90)

102km from Luton · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Bell tents and shepherd’s huts with hot tubs on a picturesque Cotswolds farm near Cirencester

6. The Slips

91%

(85)

108km from Luton · 39 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A relaxed, back-to-basics campsite in the West Sussex countryside

7. Whitlingham Broad Campsite

98%

(164)

145km from Luton · 72 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Laid-back camping and glamping a stone's throw from Norwich and at the gateway to the Norfolk Broads

8. Chalky Downs

96%

(605)

120km from Luton · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Traditional tent camping in a stunningly-located South Downs farm, just down the road from buzzing Brighton

9. Tackeroo Campsite

96%

(67)

143km from Luton · 54 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Basic pitches (without toilet facilities) in Forestry Commission-owned woods beside a renowned mountain biking trail

10. Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

97%

(143)

77km from Luton · 20 units · Tents, Glamping

Cosy year-round glamping and seasonal camping in a fenland meadow with views of Ely cathedral

11. Luna Domes

100%

(9)

90km from Luton · 8 units · Glamping

High-end glamping with hot tubs in the Garden of England

12. Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

95%

(148)

78km from Luton · 14 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Think Countryfile meets Time Team. Camping in six-acres of unspoiled Cotswold countryside, built in the grounds of a Norman castle.

13. Lepe Beach Campsite

89%

(149)

139km from Luton · 20 units · Tents

Traditional tent camping with views of the Solent and Isle of Wight. Oh and did we mention it's only 150 yards from the beach!?

14. The Pig Place Campsite

92%

(93)

60km from Luton · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Canal-side camping for adults on a rustic Oxfordshire pig farm

15. Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

97%

(122)

103km from Luton · 36 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Friendly camping and glamping on a Sussex farm, with animals to meet, a pond to swim in, and the South Downs nearby.

16. Hook Farm Campsite

98%

(203)

95km from Luton · 18 units · Tents

Blissfully back-to-basics camping in the heart of the West Sussex High Weald

17. Hale Farm

100%

(152)

119km from Luton · 38 units · Tents, Glamping

A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches

18. Teddy's Farm

99%

(154)

146km from Luton · 95 units · Tents, Glamping

Family-friendly pop-up camping in the heart of the New Forest.

19. Heygates Lodging

100%

(21)

71km from Luton · 2 units · Glamping

A place to unwind in the heart of the countryside. Canalside walks are on your doorstep and nature is never far away - birds of prey such as red kites and buzzards are plentiful, and you may be lucky enough to see otters in the canal. There's a variety of pubs and restaurants within a short drive, and the market towns of Rugby and Market Harborough area about 20 minutes away. Unwind in the hot tub, enjoy local beers and ciders or pick from our expertly curated wine list. Our Lodges have their own fire pits and BBQs, and all fuel is provided. Each lodge has its own hammock, and a designated private fishing peg at a turning point in the canal, meaning that you'll be largely undisturbed by passing boats.

20. Fox’s Furrow

100%

(6)

89km from Luton · 1 unit · Glamping

Located in the rolling Leicestershire countryside on a medieval ridge and furrow field, our 2 acre site offers a beautiful quiet retreat just outside the quaint village of Houghton on the Hill. The site is perfect for walkers and keen cyclists. Access into Leicester is also easy via a bus or taxi.

Camper favorites near Luton

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Lepe Beach Campsite

89%

(149)

139km from Luton · 20 units · Tents

Traditional tent camping with views of the Solent and Isle of Wight. Oh and did we mention it's only 150 yards from the beach!?

The Pig Place Campsite

92%

(93)

60km from Luton · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Canal-side camping for adults on a rustic Oxfordshire pig farm

Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

97%

(122)

103km from Luton · 36 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Friendly camping and glamping on a Sussex farm, with animals to meet, a pond to swim in, and the South Downs nearby.

Hook Farm Campsite

98%

(203)

95km from Luton · 18 units · Tents

Blissfully back-to-basics camping in the heart of the West Sussex High Weald

Hale Farm

100%

(152)

119km from Luton · 38 units · Tents, Glamping

A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches

Teddy's Farm

99%

(154)

146km from Luton · 95 units · Tents, Glamping

Family-friendly pop-up camping in the heart of the New Forest.

Heygates Lodging

100%

(21)

71km from Luton · 2 units · Glamping

A place to unwind in the heart of the countryside. Canalside walks are on your doorstep and nature is never far away - birds of prey such as red kites and buzzards are plentiful, and you may be lucky enough to see otters in the canal. There's a variety of pubs and restaurants within a short drive, and the market towns of Rugby and Market Harborough area about 20 minutes away. Unwind in the hot tub, enjoy local beers and ciders or pick from our expertly curated wine list. Our Lodges have their own fire pits and BBQs, and all fuel is provided. Each lodge has its own hammock, and a designated private fishing peg at a turning point in the canal, meaning that you'll be largely undisturbed by passing boats.

Fox’s Furrow

100%

(6)

89km from Luton · 1 unit · Glamping

Located in the rolling Leicestershire countryside on a medieval ridge and furrow field, our 2 acre site offers a beautiful quiet retreat just outside the quaint village of Houghton on the Hill. The site is perfect for walkers and keen cyclists. Access into Leicester is also easy via a bus or taxi.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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erin

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to The Nut Plat Retreat

Highly recommend, my partner and I had a great time at Finlay’s cabin. It was exactly what we were looking for in terms of: how remote & private it was, outdoor and indoor fire & the hot tub! We also loved the unique structure and authentic feel… however a few things to note, for the cost per night(£180) I would expect: body wash & shampoo / hairdryer, better kitchen essentials, the coffee left was almost empty for example and old stuff was left in the fridge& top shelf was left completely wet.. I know it’s ‘small’ things but for the price you’d expect these things to be attended to.. for us we didn’t mind too much, but would have made the experience a lot nicer to have these things to improve the overall feel and experience. Also I felt that in terms of cleanliness, it could have been cleaner, many cobwebs & spiders, hair and dirt in the bath tub, messy outdoor porch area; we wanted to use the outdoor bbq and had to clean it very well ourselves.. for the price you would expect it to be clean and ready to use with coals etc however we had to make do with the indoor logs with no fire starter as only option was the chemical indoor one which we didn’t want to use to cook food on.. making it difficult. The hotub area is lovely, however we wanted to use it at night which proved difficult as no outdoor lightning, and indoor torch didn’t work.. some lanterns outside would be a great addition. Duncan was a kind host and has a very special plot!

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Andrea

November 2025

Tent

1 night at Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

Easy to get on the pitches by ourselves and had the whole site for us, not surprising as it’s late November! Very quiet and loved it! We will be back again for the 3rd time

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David

November 2025

3 nights at The Nut Plat Retreat

Such a beautiful spot, we took Ransoms for 3 nights. Everything we needed was ready for us, nice kitchen and a lovely hot tub. The host is very friendly and helpful. Don’t miss out on The Kentish Rifleman’s Pie and a Pint on Tuesdays and walks through Plaxtol, Igtham moat, and the green fields.

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Toyah

October 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

We had such a fun time. Claire (our host) was lovely and made us feel incredibly welcome. We didn't bring anything to sit on (as we had taken public transport) and she was kind enough to lend us some benches for us to use on our patch. She ensured that our wood was kept dry for our campfire and that she was within reach should we need anything. We would definitely return again. Thank you for a lovely evening.

Carl

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

Just the one solo night at Hatters testing out some new equipment. Beautiful and well maintained campsite with a friendly owner Claire, who left me to myself. Non electric pitch.

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Charlie

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Excellent site, so relaxing and beautiful: just as described. Cannot recommend highly enough, will definitely return and highly recommend

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Alan

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hook Farm Campsite

Really quiet, toilets and showers clean and tidy. Definitely be going back!

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Ryan

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

It is well organised, easy to access and you really do feel you are in the countryside/out in the wide open spaces. I highly recommend this site and aim to be back very soon!

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Patsy

September 2025

2 nights at Fox’s Furrow

So much thought and effort has gone into making the stay a unique experience. The pod decor is quirky and fun, the hot tub area private and tranquil, and the snack caravan is so cute! Such a lovely place to stay whether in a pod of camping, would highly recommend.

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Paul

September 2025

4 m Class B

With pets

2 nights at Chalky Downs

Our host was very friendly and helpful. Facilities were fine, clean and tidy. You will probably need some ramps if you want to be completely level but wasn’t a problem for us.

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Liam

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Had such a great stay at The Barn!! Such a lovely campsite and it has everything you need for a relaxing stay! There are great walks in the local area and the on site cafe had amazing pastries! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful break!

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Millie

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Great campsite, really peaceful, beautiful views and great amenities.

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Michele

September 2025

6 m Class B

2 nights at Tackeroo Campsite

We loved the look of the space with picnic table dotted about. Lots of water available along side the other facilities. Close to the heathland with lots of walks available. We will be back.

István Ferenc

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hook Farm Campsite

Perfect place. I loved the small woods. Highly recommend

Entrance to the farm land where the campsite is.

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Nina

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Chalky Downs

Me and my partner stayed at Chalky downs for 2 nights for a little get away ✨. Sharen’s land is beautiful, everyone is so friendly and we even got to order a sausage bacon and egg bap with tea and coffee in the morning! ☀️. We went into Brighton town for a bit of shopping and to see the sea, only a 14 minute drive and we parked in the station car park 👏🏼. Would 100% recommend and will definitely be going back! Thank you so much. 🫶🏼

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Issy

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Lovely, small campsite on working farm. Each pitch comes with a fire pit and bbq which is a nice touch. Great cafe on site and food trucks/ street food on certain days. We’ll be back!

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Craig

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Awesome set up, with thoughtful amenities like BBQ, BBQ utensils, camp fire pit, wood, hammocks, seats, etc. After it rained, we were treated to a wonderful rainbow display. The coffee and pastries in the morning were a treat.

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Frankie

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

Great campsite. Lovely site wardens, site and facilities were all very clean and wrll thought out. Friday night pizza was a lovely treat and very tasty. Would deffinetly stay again.

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Rosemarie

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Cattlestone Farm Adult Only

We loved the setting, the camping field is surrounded by trees. We heard owls hooting at night. There is a small herd of fab Highland Cattle, a piggy wig and two cute goats. Donna & Allen are very hospitable and the farm has been in Allen's family since the early 1800's. We spent three days there in September...it was quiet and the perfect setting to relax and reset.

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Alan

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hook Farm Campsite

Lovely time once again at Hook Farm. Can't recommend this site enough