Riverside camping in South East England

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Welcome to Hipcamp! If you're looking for a camping experience by the river in South East England, you're in luck. We have over 1,000 options available in this area alone. Whether you prefer pitching your tent by the water's edge or staying in a cosy cabin with a river view, we've got you covered. Our top campsites, like Otter Channel Campsite (45 reviews), The Barn KT9 (31 reviews), and Radcot Leisure on Thames (32 reviews), offer a range of facilities including cooking equipment, potable water, and the option to have campfires. Plus, you can enjoy popular activities like paddling, hiking, and wind sports. With an average price per night of £27 and options as low as £10, you can find the perfect riverside retreat without breaking the bank. So grab your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

88% (401) 719 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in South East England

The Barn KT9

1. The Barn KT9

97%
(274)
Chessington, England · 16 units · Tents, Glamping
A unique rural campsite in Surrey, a stone's throw from London's Zone 6
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Swan Island Glamping and Camping

2. Swan Island Glamping and Camping

89%
(306)
Oxfordshire, England · 38 units · Tents, Glamping
A Thames’ island campsite in the Oxfordshire countryside – with a lovely pub just over the bridge
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Otter Channel Campsite

3. Otter Channel Campsite

95%
(159)
East Sussex, England · 15 units
Spacious, nature-friendly camping with campfires on the banks of the River Rother
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The Baker's Hut

4. The Baker's Hut

100%
(1)
Ashurst, England · 1 unit
A shepherd’s hut hideaway for two in rural Sussex
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Wifi
Hale Farm

5. Hale Farm

100%
(152)
Chiddingly, England · 38 units · Tents, Glamping
A family-run, working farm in East Sussex offering spacious, traditional camping with no set pitches
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Potable water
Wonderland Festival Retreat

6. Wonderland Festival Retreat

100%
(6)
Henfield, England · 3 units
Glamping by the lake with an optional sauna and hot tub
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The Nut Plat Retreat

7. The Nut Plat Retreat

94%
(79)
Tonbridge, England · 3 units
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
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The Pig Place Campsite

8. The Pig Place Campsite

92%
(93)
Adderbury, England · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Canal-side camping for adults on a rustic Oxfordshire pig farm
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Electrical hookup
Campfires
Buzzard Holt Hosting

9. Buzzard Holt Hosting

100%
(7)
Buckingham, England · 11 units
Glamping with a mini outdoor spa on the edge of Stowe Park in Buckinghamshire
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Harry's Field New Forest

10. Harry's Field New Forest

92%
(60)
Fordingbridge, England · 63 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family-friendly, traditional New Forest camping with a pub next door and footpaths leading directly from the gateway
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The Old Airfield

11. The Old Airfield

85%
(143)
Burley, England · 114 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A New Forest airfield that's been overtaken by nature, less than 10 minutes' drive from the coast
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The Sunset Tree

12. The Sunset Tree

96%
(34)
Sussex, England · 29 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A sociable, tents-only, pop-up campsite, with a good village pub and playground on the doorstep
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Woolton Farm

13. Woolton Farm

88%
(20)
Canterbury, England · 23 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping pitches and bell tents on an apple farm in Kent
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Huckleberry Farm

14. Huckleberry Farm

82%
(17)
Bletchingdon, England · 3 units · Tents, Glamping
A back-to-basics campsite that’s well placed for visiting Oxford and the Cotswolds
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Nordic Glamping at Botswicky

15. Nordic Glamping at Botswicky

100%
(8)
England · 4 units
Handcrafted, eco-conscious stays in harmony with nature. Tucked away in a secluded pocket of countryside, Nordic Glamping offers an off-grid retreat designed for those who seek peace, privacy and a gentler pace of life. Our four beautifully handcrafted yurts sit within ten acres of unspoilt organic hay and wildflower meadow surrounded by ancient woodland, thick hedgerows, a bubbling stream, a weather-led newt pond and charming little bridges. There is a lot to explore! This untouched, undulating landscape is home to thoughtfully designed, eco-friendly facilities: composting toilets, hot copper-headed showers, fresh running chalk stream filtered water and a covered kitchen and dining area. Shaded spaces for gathering or unwinding allow you to unwind and disconnect in nature comfortably. Each yurt has been handcrafted by ourselves and contains everything you need for a cosy stay on site. Our handmade beds have comfortable mattresses and are dressed with organic cotton or linen bedding, wool blankets and super soft pillows. Everything here is off-grid for a low as impact to nature as possible - although a reliable 4G signal is on hand for those absolutely necessary connections ;-) Nordic Glamping shares Botswicky Copse with award-winning organic farmer Helen Browning. Together, we’re committed to working with the land and not against it - ensuring its vitality for generations to come. We’re proud members of the Greener Camping Club, which helps support more sustainable, low-impact camping in the UK. To stay with us, we kindly ask that one person per booking is, or becomes, a member. A seasonal membership is just £12 and supports our shared vision of responsible travel and eco-conscious living. (*Existing members do not need to pay again.)
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Allington Lock Campsite

16. Allington Lock Campsite

100%
(3)
England · 10 units · Tents, Glamping
Set beside a peaceful river, this family-friendly campsite offers a simple, nature-filled getaway. Pitch your own tent on one of our 8 non-electric grass pitches, or make yourself at home in one of our two cosy Scandinavian-style softwood cabins, each sleeping up to 4. Please note: guests staying in cabins will need to bring their own bed linen. Onsite facilities include: Riverside setting for a tranquil stay Hot showers and toilets Covered eating area with BBQs Cabins with electricity (for charging devices only) Parking for 1 car per booking (£5 per night) Dogs welcome Onsite CCTV and security barriers
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Camping By The River

17. Camping By The River

100%
(1)
Abingdon, England · 2 units
Join us in our luxury, fully kitted-out bell tents on our secluded off grid campsite. With just two bell tents (each tent sleeping 6), you can enjoy unrestricted views of the river Thames or perhaps explore the adjacent woodland. If you book both tents you have over 3 acres to stay in with exclusive use for your group.
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Stud Farm

18. Stud Farm

100%
(4)
Brockenhurst, England · 1 unit
A shepherd’s hut on a traditional New Forest farm
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Stone Pit Meadows

19. Stone Pit Meadows

100%
(8)
Sandhurst, England · 5 units
Bell tent and shepherd's hut glamping in a wild and luscious space, 5 minutes from Bodiam Castle.
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Skoolie Stays

20. Skoolie Stays

100%
(5)
Pulborough, England · 1 unit
A converted, characterful and cool all-American yellow school bus parked up near the South Downs
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