Lake camping in South West England

Name: South West England
Address: Camping
Rating: 4.8

If you're looking for a camping experience near a lake in South West England, Hipcamp has over 480 options to choose from. One of the top campsites in the area is Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping, which has received rave reviews from 18 satisfied campers. If you prefer a bit of glamping, check out Glamp or Camp at Magical Mena Farm, which has 10 glowing reviews. The View Camping is another popular choice with 10 reviews. With prices ranging from £10 to an average of £30 per night, there's something for every budget. Plus, you'll have access to facilities like campfires, cooking equipment, and toilets. Whether you're into historic sites, boating, or swimming, there's plenty to do in this picturesque location. Happy camping!

96% (149) • 344 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in South West England

The Enchanted Wilderness

1. The Enchanted Wilderness

93%

(68)

Yelverton, England · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Simple riverside camping pitches in the Tamar Valley on the edge of Dartmoor

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Crooked Willows Farm

2. Crooked Willows Farm

91%

(39)

Wimborne. Dorset, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Adults-only, back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm

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Hobby Farm

3. Hobby Farm

95%

(47)

Whitchurch Canonicorum, England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A peaceful, adult-only campsite 10 minutes' from the Jurassic Coast

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WILDSWIM2SAUNA

4. WILDSWIM2SAUNA

92%

(13)

England · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Set within 146 acres, the wildswim2sauna campsite at the Yeo farm estate lends itself to adventurous and active families looking for a unique off grid camping experience. If alfresco living, wild swimming, hot tubbing, saunas, wild fire cooking, rivers, woods, fishing and being surrounded by nature and wildlife then you’re in the right place. fantastic beaches and cool places to visit such as Salcombe, Totnes, Bantham Beach, Hope Cove are just 20mins drive away.. Facilities include private riverside pitches, outside gym, trampoline adventure playground, fire pits, picnic tables, cinders gas bbq and outside dining area. The riverside sauna needs to be booked. Please visit; WWW.WILDSWIM2SAUNA.COM for a detailed description of our boutique riverside camp Ps Don’t forget your swimmers

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The Dorset Hideaway

5. The Dorset Hideaway

83%

(12)

Bridport, England · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Rural family run site in the heart of the Dorset country side just a couple miles from the Jurassic coast.

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Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

6. Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

97%

(152)

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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North End Farm

7. North End Farm

94%

(9)

Bridport, England · 3 units

North End Farm is situated in the spectacular Dorset countryside, yet only a couple of miles from the Jurassic Coast, beaches, pubs, restaurants. Wonderful walks are available on and beyond the farm. The Pavilion is a great place to rest and strike out from. The beach is 1.5 miles away. It is on a network of footpaths in the middle of it's own organic farmland. Bridport and Lyme Regis offer plenty of art and culture and are reknown for food, River Cottage and the Jurassic Coast. There is nothing better than being warm and cosy around the wood burner looking out at the great views. The Pavilion is good for couples, solo adventurers, art lovers, foodies and furry friends (pets)..

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Glastonbury Wild Glamping

8. Glastonbury Wild Glamping

100%

(12)

England · 3 units

Yurt stays with wild swimming and views of Glastonbury Tor

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Pleasant Streams Farm Camping

9. Pleasant Streams Farm Camping

92%

(71)

St Austell, England · 67 units · Tents, Glamping

Lakeside camping with streams, rope swings and farmyard animals in rural Cornwall

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Tregonetha Lake Camping & Glamping

10. Tregonetha Lake Camping & Glamping

99%

(37)

England · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes

🌿 Camping Season: 3rd April – 18th September 2026 Welcome to Tregonetha Lake – your little corner of paradise. We’re Mel and Tom, and we’d love to welcome you to our peaceful, eco-friendly camping site, proudly awarded a Silver Green Tourism Award. Sometimes you just need to slow down and surround yourself with nature. 🌿 If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, wake up to birdsong, enjoy beautiful lake views and reconnect with nature, you’re in the right place. Our small, off-grid campsite is surrounded by beautiful Cornish countryside, with a stunning two-acre coarse fishing lake at its heart. Watch damselflies dancing across the water, spot kingfishers and other wildlife, enjoy spectacular sunsets over the lake and spend your evenings beneath some of Cornwall’s darkest skies. Although you’ll feel wonderfully tucked away, we’re perfectly placed for exploring Cornwall. Mawgan Porth is just 9 miles away, Padstow 10 miles, Newquay 11 miles and Mevagissey 15 miles away, making Tregonetha Lake the perfect base for exploring both the north and south coasts. As a Freedom Camping Club Certified Site, we offer peaceful, low-impact camping in a natural setting — no membership required. Camping Tregonetha Lake is home to around 20 camping pitches, so while you’ll have other campers nearby during busier periods, we’ve designed the site to feel spacious, peaceful and relaxed. Whether you choose a lakeside pitch or one of our secluded woodland pitches, there’s always plenty of room to unwind and enjoy nature. All camping pitches are non-allocated, so simply choose your favourite spot when you arrive and make yourselves at home. Fishing At the heart of the campsite is our beautiful two-acre coarse fishing lake, where guests can enjoy peaceful days by the water surrounded by nature. Fishing day tickets are available during your stay. 🍕 NEW for Summer 2026 – Wildfire Lakeside Bar & Kitchen From 16th July until the end of August, we’re excited to introduce Wildfire – Lakeside Bar & Kitchen. Enjoy stone-baked pizzas, homemade loaded nachos, cold drinks and fresh coffee beside the lake while watching the sun go down. Opening Hours Thursday: 5:00pm – 9:00pm Friday: 5:00pm – 9:00pm Saturday: 1:00pm – 9:00pm 🍳 Breakfast Fresh coffee and breakfast rolls are available every morning for campsite guests between 8:00am and 10:00am. 🍕 Sunday – Wednesday Don’t fancy cooking? We also offer evening food for campsite guests by pre-order between 5:00pm and 9:00pm. Just let us know in advance and we’ll have everything freshly prepared for you. 🥐 Freshly Baked Breakfast Treats Fresh croissants and pain au chocolat are available to pre-order and collect from 8:00am each morning. A little about us We’ve called Cornwall home for over 20 years and love sharing our favourite beaches, walks, restaurants and hidden gems with our guests. Tom is a keen surfer and is always happy to recommend the best local beaches depending on the weather and surf conditions, while Mel is full of local knowledge to help you make the most of your stay. We’re a small family-run campsite and genuinely enjoy meeting the people who stay with us. Whether you’re here for a weekend escape, a family holiday or simply passing through, we hope you’ll leave feeling relaxed, refreshed and already planning your next visit. We can’t wait to welcome you to Tregonetha Lake. 🧡

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Henstridge Golf and Leisure

11. Henstridge Golf and Leisure

100%

(4)

England · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome

Set in the heart of rural Blackmore Vale, Henstridge Golf Resort is the perfect retreat providing the best of leisure and relaxation. Over 70 stunning acres. Acquired by Lee Park Estates for being in one of the most peaceful and picturesque parts of England. Close to the Sherborne and Shaftesbury and right on the border of Dorset and Somerset. We have a well stocked coarse fishing lake full of natural wild fighting fish and extending to approximately 2 acres. Within our stunning resort lies our caravanning and camping area with spectacular views of our golf course. We are open for 12 months, 365 days a year, and we have seasonal pitches available for touring caravans and motorhomes. Please note that our electrical hook-ups are limited, and come with an additional charge, please contact us prior to booking to see availability.

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Trecombe Lakes

12. Trecombe Lakes

100%

(17)

Falmouth, England · 8 units

Self-contained luxury lodge and pods in a tranquil waterside setting close to Falmouth and the River Helford

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Oakhill Ponds

13. Oakhill Ponds

96%

(13)

Somerset, England · 6 units

A uniquely peaceful Somerset glamping site set around two ponds in its own beautiful wildlife garden.

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Camping at Brandiers Farm

14. Camping at Brandiers Farm

88%

(12)

Upper Minety, England · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Bucolic rural glamping in a beautiful natural beauty spot on the borders of Wiltshire and Gloucestershire.

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Dartmoor Domes

15. Dartmoor Domes

100%

(34)

Plymouth, England · 4 units

Geodesic glamping domes with a ceiling that lets you stargaze and a dark-sky setting on the edge of Dartmoor

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Wolf Meadows Farm

16. Wolf Meadows Farm

100%

(1)

Umberleigh, England · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Relaxed camping in a riverside meadow in north Devon

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At Goathill Farm

17. At Goathill Farm

100%

(8)

Sherborne, England · 1 unit

A lovely lakeside shepherd’s hut on a working farm in Dorset

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Coastal Cabins Glamping

18. Coastal Cabins Glamping

100%

(9)

Hartland, England · 2 units

Luxury wooden cabins in the stunning North Devon countryside; the perfect setting for a relaxing break away from all the stresses of life.

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Yurt and Walled Garden

19. Yurt and Walled Garden

100%

(2)

Shepton Mallet, England · 1 unit

Unique & enchanting a lush walled garden on the edge of a quiet village provides the perfect place to relax & recharge. Unwind in a wood-fired hot tub or around the fire in the spacious & comfortable yurt. Cook up a feast in the well-equipped outdoor kitchen. Explore the adjoining historic land; meadows, waterfalls & swimming ponds. Book the off-grid spa with horse-box sauna & Swedish hot-tub. Take a dip or paddle-board & enjoy spotting deer. Enjoy great food at the local pub just a short walk away Then explore Somerset. Enjoy staying in a beautiful organic 21 ft yurt nestled in a magical walled garden exclusively for your use. Your stay includes: A beautiful garden with pizza oven, bbq, hand-made swing, reclining chairs, fire pit A wood- fired ‘dip-tank hot-tub for two (or 2 adults and a child) A fully equipped outdoor kitchen A further indoor kitchenette with fridge-freezer, toaster & oven A monsoon shower & 2 flushing toilets A further garden room with double-bed and electricity A 21 ft Yurt with king-sized bed, sofa, dining table, vinyl collection with turntable & blu-tooth. A wood-burning fire with a complementary basket of logs Quality linen, towels, and toiletries, Eye-masks & dressing gowns Sleeping arrangements are flexible for four people as there is an extra double bedroom in the garden room on the terrace or extra beds can be put in the yurt. The walled garden sits away from but has access to The Brew Somerset with 25 acres of private land. The Brew Somerset is a glamping and retreat site arranged around the spring-fed ponds. These ponds once served the Oakhill Brewery. Stout was first brewed in the village of Oakhill in 1767, using water which comes down from the Mendip Hills. In the 18th century Oakhill Stout was thought to have ‘magical‘ healing properties. Now you can take a dip in these waters. The beady-eyed can spot kingfisher, heron, buzzard, kite, cormorant & much more in the way of wildlife. Walled garden guests have access to this larger site in the afternoons, between 1pm and 5pm. The retreat site is not suitable for young children. Coming soon: Don't miss the uniqueness of the pop-up off-grid spa with horse-trailer sauna, wood-fired hot tub and treatment tent. Enjoy a sauna or hot-tub whilst watching deer browse.....seriously! Booking essential. All of this is just a leisurely stroll away from an excellent pub. Relax, unwind, enjoy - a breathing space.

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Stones and Stars Boutique Glamping

20. Stones and Stars Boutique Glamping

England · 4 units

Escape to "Stones and Stars" - a brand new boutique glamping site with 5-10 tents surrounded by nature in a peaceful quarry on the edge of two lakes. Named after the star Sirius, this 5m luxury Bell tent has comfy bedding and everything you need to reconnect with nature. Explore nearby sandy beaches, forests and the vibrant maritime city of Plymouth or the remote Dartmoor. Charming communal areas and brand new luxury showers and toilets. Nature, comfort and adventure awaits!

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Ben

2 weeks ago

Tent

2 nights at Tregonetha Lake Camping & Glamping

Great couple nights staying here, easy to find, nice and peaceful with great facilities on site, will definitely stay again just hopefully for a bit longer next time

Kiara

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Crooked Willows Farm

A decent striped back camp field. On the doorstep of Holt Heath which made dog walking a breeze. Visited out of season so I was the only tent camper for the weekend although there seem to be some residents on site. Did get awoken when one resident came returned to the site at midnight and talking quite loud there on. But otherwise a nice overnight.

Josh

September 2026

Tent

3 nights at Tregonetha Lake Camping & Glamping

This is such a lovely site set around a peaceful lake. The facilities are excellent and the pizzas were amazing. Highly recommend.

Jane

September 2026

6 m campervan

With pets

1 night at Tregonetha Lake Camping & Glamping

Beautiful little campsite. Car free camping so just campers and tents on the lakeside field. Everything is so pretty with lots of handcrafted wooden buildings. Composting toilets which are so clean. Great showers and washing up facilities. Pretty lights, new bar area which did morning coffee and breakfast baps. Some lovely glamping tents and woodland area. Pretty walk round the lake and lovely people, Tom told us how he has developed the site with such pride. We loved it so much we came back for a second night and will definitely come again. Recommend!

John

August 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to Tregonetha Lake Camping & Glamping

Great site, really nice hosts loved the pizza!! This a a great site, ideally placed to visit either side of Cornwall. The hosts have great local knowledge & are very happy to recommend things based on your interests.

Dale

August 2026

Tent

With kids

6 nights at Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

Gorgeous site in north Cornwall. We (family of four with a six-man tent) stayed for a week in Gosel’s in August, we booked because we loved the secluded nature of the pitch, hidden in the trees and the possibility of wild swimming and canoeing in the quarry- both were just as amazing as expected. We went down to the quarry first thing every morning and normally had it to ourselves - saw a barn owl from the canoe one morning which was exciting for all of us. Wished we’d brought our fishing stuff as other kids were catching rainbow trout regularly! Having a stand pipe and a picnic table on the pitch was a luxury- the site had a sensible approach to camp fires (and actually to all things H&S which we really appreciated). Compost loo and hot shower was a minute walk away with flushing loos available a bit further on- these facilities were absolutely fine, well maintained and exactly as advertised. You can drive to pitch to unload and then park in the carpark which is our preference. The on-site cafe- bar had a variety of drinks, pizza, salad and breakfast options and we treated ourselves a couple of times. All staff were lovely, chill and other guests largely great too. Brilliant spot for kids and teens but there were a wide range of different types of guest which is our preference. Would 100% recommend!

Sophie

August 2026

4 m campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to WILDSWIM2SAUNA

Beautiful setting, large site, lovely old oak trees and river running through, very spacious pitches. Sauna and river swimming very invigorating, children enjoyed the trampolines and the dog loved the freedom. Minimal facilities, no mobile reception, truly off grid. Charles, the owner was very friendly and helpful.

Mitchell

August 2026

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Tregonetha Lake Camping & Glamping

Lovely chilled campsite with great facilities lovely hot showers too great value for money. We will be back thank you Mel

James

August 2026

3 m campervan

With pets

3 nights at Tregonetha Lake Camping & Glamping

Amazing couldn’t praise this site enough. Waking up to the sun rising over the fishing lake then relaxing watching it setting with a pizza, live music and beer was perfect. Excellent for fishing as well if you enjoy that. An all round superb site.

Ellie

August 2026

Tent

With pets

5 nights at The Dorset Hideaway

We had a brilliant stay! The campsite was fantastic, with amazing facilities that were all really clean, tidy and well looked after. It was especially brilliant for our dogs, with plenty of space for them to enjoy themselves. 🐾❤️ We would definitely recommend staying here and will be back! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

August 2026

4 m campervan

With pets

1 night at Tregonetha Lake Camping & Glamping

Really great site: flat field, great (free) showers and clean toilets. Couldn't ask for much more really!

August 2026

5 m campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Enchanted Wilderness

What a beautiful spot. Can sit staring at the river for an eternity!

Ben

August 2026

4 m campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Enchanted Wilderness

Brilliant spot on the Tamar, feels like a different world. Very nicely done facilities; rustic, charming and well thought out. Friendly and helpful host made us feel very welcome and would definitely recommend.

Alice

August 2026

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

Beautiful and private campsite with spots well-spaced out. The lake is such a bonus for a swim or kayak! Will definitely be back next year.

Rebecca

August 2026

Tent

With kids

7 nights at WILDSWIM2SAUNA

Lots of space to pitch a tent and lots of space for the kids to just be kids, added bonus of having to bath in the river which for us made the holiday, back to basics and cooking over an open fire was just awsome

Hot

August 2026

6 m campervan

With kids

1 night at WILDSWIM2SAUNA

Beautiful place with plenty of space between each pitch! What a pleasure it was to swim in the river. The only downside was the lack of clear directions when arriving at night, especially once you’re inside the campsite.

Anja

August 2026

5 m pop-up camper

With kids

3 nights at The Enchanted Wilderness

We loved the campingsite by Jonathan. We were the only ones there so if you like peace and quiet this is the place to be. We had a lovely spot with a lot of sun and a view on the river. We could not always swim with the low tides but when it was high it was great. Our host Jonathan helped us with recommandations for things to do in the neighbourhood. We did nice walks and went to a castle. We would come back here in the future.

Benjamin

August 2026

Tent

1 night at Tregonetha Lake Camping & Glamping

Mel’s campground was comfortable with nice amenities

Louise

August 2026

Tent

With pets

2 nights at The Dorset Hideaway

The Dorset Hideaway was brilliant! Very clean facilities, flat pitches with loads of space. The rural location was amazing for stargazing! Approx 20 minutes drive to Lyme Regis.

Kirsty

August 2026

Tent

With kids

5 nights at The Enchanted Wilderness

Absolute gem of a camping site. Beautiful, astonishingly quiet (except for the birdsong), my sons were thrilled at being able to fish at the bottom of the field, camp fires are allowed and the shower is so cute- in a converted horsebox! If you like seclusion this is the place for you. Maybe no one else does, as we were the only people there for several days, and were only ever joined by two more parties of people.