
Surrey may seem too close to the city for good campsites, but a quarter of the county falls within the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a long stretch of the North Downs Way National Trail crosses it. Fringed by sloping woodlands and wildflower meadows, this is the place for country strolls and leisurely bike rides, followed by lunch at a gastropub. Add in family-friendly attractions and the Thursley National Nature Reserve, and camping in Surrey doesn’t sound like such a bad idea after all. If you work in the city, you can finish work on a Friday and be stoking the campfire by sunset—it’s perfect for a weekend away. Spring through autumn is best for camping and caravanning, so time your arrival to see Surrey’s famous flower gardens in bloom or walk against a backdrop of fall foliage. You can also explore different options for camping near Surrey on Hipcamp.

