Campsites with fishing near Watford, Hertfordshire

In Watford, over 150 fishing-friendly campsites put you right on the water, with stretches of riverbank and quiet lakeside pitches drawing anglers from across the region. Expect to pay around £55 per night, though bargains dip as low as £10 if you know where to look. Top picks like Hook Farm Campsite (105 reviews), The Pig Place Campsite (27 reviews), and Chigborough Farm (27 reviews) stand out for their well-kept pitches and easy access to water. Facilities often include toilets, allow campfires, and welcome your dog. Beyond casting a line, you’ll find swimming spots and horseback riding nearby—no shortage of ways to fill your day between catches.

97% (241) • 257 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Watford

Rolling Fields Glamping

1. Rolling Fields Glamping

100%

(35)

54km from Watford · 6 units

Luxury farm glamping with epic views, a 10-minute walk from the Thames

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£100

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Finchingfield Lavender & Camping

2. Finchingfield Lavender & Camping

100%

(14)

69km from Watford · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Luxury camping and glamping pitches within a wildflower meadow. Private loo per pitch, fire pit with BBQ Grill & a picnic bench. Our North Essex hideaway is perfect for a country retreat under the stars. Just over an hour away from London, located in a rural setting outside the chocolate box village of Finchingfield with tea rooms and three great independent pubs. We are a micro Lavender farm home to 3.5 kms of hand planted Lavandula × intermedia 'Lavender Grosso'. Our campers and glampers have unlimited access to our lavender field which overlooks rolling fields and sunset views, perfect for a relaxing evening amongst the purple blooms

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£40

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Hook Farm Campsite

3. Hook Farm Campsite

98%

(203)

70km from Watford · 18 units

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

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£12

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The Pig Place Campsite

4. The Pig Place Campsite

92%

(93)

72km from Watford · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes

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

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£10

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Wild Boar Wood Campsite

5. Wild Boar Wood Campsite

97%

(68)

77km from Watford · 9 units

Wild woodland glamping in the heart of Sussex with fires

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£96

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Hollington Park Glamping

6. Hollington Park Glamping

95%

(11)

77km from Watford · 6 units

Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs

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£105

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The Real Campsite at Park Farm

7. The Real Campsite at Park Farm

98%

(21)

79km from Watford · 9 units

Back-to-basics camping in rural Oxfordshire with big views

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£55

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The Orchard at Fen End Farm

8. The Orchard at Fen End Farm

96%

(13)

80km from Watford · 7 units

No passing traffic; no near neighbours; just sweet rural seclusion when glamping at this organic Fenland apple orchard near Cambridge

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£80

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Woodfire at Westerlands

9. Woodfire at Westerlands

99%

(51)

81km from Watford · 22 units

A foodie campsite with outdoor feasts, set in the heart of the South Downs

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£22

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Earth Camp

10. Earth Camp

90%

(34)

83km from Watford · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

We are a small, family run, eco-friendly campsite in Chailey, set in a peaceful pocket of Sussex countryside. Our uniqueness includes therapies offered on site, including massage, reiki and pellowah; our classes run on site, including yoga, and gong baths; the wide range of outdoor games we can provide; and our commitment to making your camping experience as pleasurable as possible. We also have a fantastic wood-fired sauna all day on Saturdays, a delicious pizza oven on Saturday evenings, and a coffee truck on weekend mornings! We allow campfires and dogs, and for those who seek a little luxury in camping, we have spacious hot showers. We also have a number of beautiful Bell Tents available to hire, which we will put up for you prior to your arrival (min 2 nights). Look our for our special weekends, including Star Parties, Yoga Retreats, Singing Circles and Wellness Weekends. We also have delicious wood-fired pizzas on Saturday evenings, and an artisan coffee trucks with superb pastries on weekend mornings 8-10am.

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£15

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Woodlands Camping

11. Woodlands Camping

97%

(104)

83km from Watford · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A back-to-basics campsite in the South Downs National Park

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£27

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Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

12. Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

95%

(148)

88km from Watford · 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.

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£14

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The Field at Findon

13. The Field at Findon

100%

(33)

88km from Watford · 4 units

Bell tent camping in the South Downs National Park

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£100

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Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs

14. Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs

100%

(15)

91km from Watford · 4 units

These super-sized, double-decker yurts on a charming East Sussex farm take glamping to another level.

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£249

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Heygates Lodging

15. Heygates Lodging

100%

(21)

93km from Watford · 2 units

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.

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£180

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Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf

16. Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf

100%

(24)

95km from Watford · 3 units

Pod glamping and tent camping while watching boats go by on the banks of the Grand Union Canal

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£95

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Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

17. Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

97%

(143)

97km from Watford · 20 units · Tents, Glamping

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

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£20

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Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

18. Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

100%

(21)

100km from Watford · 2 units

Luxury shepherds huts near the Essex coast, with beautiful, watery surroundings and a wonderfully private setting

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£130

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Beech Estate Campsite

19. Beech Estate Campsite

97%

(185)

101km from Watford · 57 units · Tents, Glamping

Tent pitch camping and wild glamping in a Sussex woodland hideaway

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£22

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Twitey's Camping & Glamping meadows

20. Twitey's Camping & Glamping meadows

100%

(94)

103km from Watford · 43 units · Tents, Glamping

100%

(33)

88km from Watford · 4 units

Bell tent camping in the South Downs National Park

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£100

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Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs

14. Graywood Canvas Cottages & Hot Tubs

100%

(15)

91km from Watford · 4 units

These super-sized, double-decker yurts on a charming East Sussex farm take glamping to another level.

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£249

/ night

Heygates Lodging

15. Heygates Lodging

100%

(21)

93km from Watford · 2 units

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.

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£180

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Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf

16. Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf

100%

(24)

95km from Watford · 3 units

Pod glamping and tent camping while watching boats go by on the banks of the Grand Union Canal

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£95

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Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

17. Hatters Meadows Cambridgeshire

97%

(143)

97km from Watford · 20 units · Tents, Glamping

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

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£20

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Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

18. Unique Shepherds Huts on a Vineyard

100%

(21)

100km from Watford · 2 units

Luxury shepherds huts near the Essex coast, with beautiful, watery surroundings and a wonderfully private setting

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£130

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Beech Estate Campsite

19. Beech Estate Campsite

97%

(185)

101km from Watford · 57 units · Tents, Glamping

Tent pitch camping and wild glamping in a Sussex woodland hideaway

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£22

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Twitey's Camping & Glamping meadows

20. Twitey's Camping & Glamping meadows

100%

(94)

103km from Watford · 43 units · Tents, Glamping

A family-friendly site with secluded, individual pitches hidden among the long grass and campfires permitted

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£16

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Tasha

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf

Had a lovely experience here, the pod was great and had everything we needed and the hosts we fantastic.

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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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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.

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Hashim

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Twitey's Camping & Glamping meadows

Amazing experience pitch was perfect, leveled and had a fire pit. Toilets and showers were clean and fully functioning. Everything needed was available in their shop . Logs kindling and bbq setup was available at a minimal cost Management was very friendly and helpful will be coming back for sure. Highly recommended

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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Victoria

October 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Woodlands Camping

What an amazing spot in nature! This was an incredible getaway, such a quiet and natural space with birds, surrounded by trees and the very nearby woodlands which are covered in mushrooms, more than we could count! It was so peaceful, we loved the natural space and eco-friendly touches. We definitely want to return again! It was magical!

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Abi

October 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Woodlands Camping

Really great site. Managed really well. Amazing spot in the woods and plenty of space between yourself and other campers. Firepits are provided and you can buy wood for fires if you need. There are some great walks nearby and plenty of stargazing! Would really recommend this site. Had a really wonderful weekend here. (There is a closing time of 7pm which is to be aware of and not being able to enter after that point so just something to be aware if traffic or travelling far after work.) The toilets, eco and flushing, were really good. Didn't use the showers so cant say!

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Katie

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Woodlands Camping

We very much enjoyed the peace and quiet of the location. Rustic and basic, very much as advertised.

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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!

István Ferenc

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hook Farm Campsite

Perfect place. I loved the small woods. Highly recommend

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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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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

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Sally

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Woodlands Camping

Quiet, sheltered and peaceful spot. Great location for using as a base to explore North Hampshire villages and walking trails. Was lovely in The Clearing - so much so we stayed on for an extra night! Facilities are rustic/simple (head torch needed to use the toilets day and night!) but they do the job as long as you’re prepared to get back to basics!

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Dylan

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Twitey's Camping & Glamping meadows

Me and friends really enjoyed staying on Micheals land it is very peaceful. They have toilets, showers and a shop everything you need. Would definitely stay again.

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Elizabeth

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hook Farm Campsite

The campsite was lovely, huge with nice compost loos and you could camp anywhere. Fires were welcomed and the hot showers were great too. However, the site wasn’t very flat, so you had to pick a good spot. It also seems like the site is only weekends which is a lot of effort to get setup for only two nights! If we could camp for longer we’d definitely be back as we loved it!

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Demi

August 2025

3 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Earth Camp

really lovely welcome onto the site and friendly hroughout. facilities were nice and clean! loved the coffee van int he morning :)

Double faraway tent pitch with wonderful views

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Charlie

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Beech Estate Campsite

What a brilliant site to camp on, we had a great time over the weekend!

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Aishwarya

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Twitey's Camping & Glamping meadows

The tent, showers ,toilets and kitchen were so clean and hygienic, so comfy aswelll. Micheal was very sweet and understanding. Only went with a couple of friends for 1 night but would defo go back and stay longer.

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Rick

August 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Twitey's Camping & Glamping meadows

A large, well spaced out site with good amenities. The pitches are individually mowed out , with plenty of room. We were lucky as the kids went back to school, so had the place nearly to ourselves. Lots of wildlife around, and a museum within walking distance.

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Alex

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Hook Farm Campsite

Beautiful location. Great facilities. Really helpful and friendly team. Hope to return soon. Thank you for providing such a lovely location.