Not much compares to a salty sea breeze and watching the sun set over a navy blue horizon. From sweeping bays to magical coves and private beaches, this selection of beach and seaside campsites offer glorious views and great days out. There'll be time for surfing the waves, exploring the cliff tops or just basking in the summer sun.
Coverack, Helston, Cornwall
A family friendly site a short walk from the beach and pretty harbour. Only 15 minutes from Kennack Sands.
4.72 /5
Holywell Bay, Newquay, Cornwall
5 star, dog-friendly, family campsite with a swimming pool, nestling beside Holywell Bay beach near Newquay.
4.68 /5
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
Peaceful, family-friendly park with mountain views, 15 minutes from Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Dogs welcome.
4.72 /5
Narberth, Pembrokeshire
Peaceful family friendly site with a games room and dog walk, 20 minutes from beaches at Tenby and Saundersfoot.
4.85 /5
Blakeney, Holt, Norfolk
A small traditional campsite offering both camping and a pod. Go see the seals at Blakeney Point and birds at Cley.
4.87 /5
Bush, Bude, Cornwall
A friendly family-run site, with beautiful pitches and glamping options, close to Bude and the Cornish coastline.
4.86 /5
Llangrannog, Ceredigion
Family friendly camping, touring and glamping by Cardigan Bay with alpacas, lovely sea views and beaches nearby.
4.86 /5
Four Lanes, Redruth, Cornwall
Set in the Cornish countryside, this family friendly park offers a children's pool and trampoline play park.
4.92 /5
Barmouth, Gwynedd
Family-friendly camping and glamping site with picturesque sea views, a 15 minute walk from a sandy beach.
4.8 /5
Sandringham, Dersingham, Norfolk
Family-friendly camping and touring near Sandringham and the coast, with private bathrooms and quirky pods.
4.65 /5
St Osyth, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
Family friendly camping, touring and glamping with a coffee shop. Ten minutes from Clacton-on-Sea and the beach.
4.83 /5
Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria
Small, family camping and glamping site with stunning views in the Lake District. Ten minutes from beaches.
4.93 /5
St Kew, Port Isaac, Cornwall
Peaceful camping and glamping tipis, five minutes to the beach. Secluded lake for fishing or swimming, plus a cafe!
4.75 /5
Fairbourne, Gwynedd
Breathtaking views of Mawddach Estuary, with sandy beaches, bike rides, horse riding and Snowdonia's Blue Lake.
4.71 /5
Helston, Cornwall
Peaceful gem in the Cornish countryside, complete with a play barn. Close to beaches and 30 minutes to Land's End.
4.72 /5
Bransgore, Christchurch, Dorset
Peaceful campsite on a former airfield in the New Forest. Onsite shop and play park, just 15 minutes to the beach!
4.85 /5
Whitecross, Wadebridge, Cornwall
Family-run peaceful site perfect for families. Close to all of North Cornwall's many beaches and attractions.
4.78 /5
Pwllheli, Gwynedd
Family and dog friendly, quiet tent and campervan site set in the corner of Hell's Mouth Bay. Stunning sea views.
4.82 /5
St Austell, Cornwall
Peaceful camping and touring site close to The Lost Gardens Heligan, five minutes from Mevagissey. Dog friendly.
4.84 /5
Hendra Croft, Newquay, Cornwall
Award-winning holiday park with great facilities including a swimming pool, minutes from Perranporth and Newquay.
4.34 /5
Gorran, St Austell, Cornwall
Peaceful dog friendly site in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Cornish Coast. Close to three beaches!
4.92 /5
Haverigg, Millom, Cumbria
Two minute walk from award winning dog friendly Haverigg beach. Family friendly camping, touring and glamping.
4.5 /5
Fishguard, Pembrokeshire
Peaceful camping and glamping with a delicious onsite restaurant/bar. Just five minutes to Fishguard and the coast!
4.73 /5
Guilton, Ash, Kent
Quiet off-grid countryside escape surrounded by orchards. Family and dog friendly just ten minutes from the coast.
4.9 /5
Connor Downs, Hayle, Cornwall
Award winning, family friendly camping and touring site close to the beach in Cornish countryside. Dog friendly.
4.87 /5
St Buryan, Penzance, Cornwall
Small adult-only park, dog friendly and within easy reach of sandy beaches, Penzance and Land's End.
4.83 /5
Mawnan Smith, Falmouth, Cornwall
Spacious pitches with stunning sea views of Falmouth Bay. Family friendly with an onsite adventure playground!
4.36 /5
Denstroude, Canterbury, Kent
Peaceful woodland tent and touring campsite set beside Blean Woods with easy access to Whitstable and dog friendly.
4.44 /5
Cheddar, Somerset
A tranquil park with far-reaching views of the Somerset Levels, 10 mins from Wookey Hole. Bar and pool on site.
4.44 /5
Lizard, Helston, Cornwall
Tranquil seaside getaway offering camping, touring and glamping on the stunning Lizard Peninsula.
4.88 /5