If you've never seen the full brightness of the Milky Way, these are the holiday spots for you. Tucked close to the UK's designated Dark Sky Sites, from wild forests to national parks, they are a stargazer's paradise and totally free from light pollution. Grab your binoculars and watch the heavens put on a show at these Dark Sky campsites!
Chelmorton, Buxton, Derbyshire
This working farm makes for a family friendly base in the Peaks, close to Buxton and great walks. Fishing on site.
Tiverton, Devon
Secluded camping in wildflower meadows on a natural organic farm, set between Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks.
St Neot, Liskeard, Cornwall
Enjoy dark skies and views overlooking Colliford Lake from spacious pitches. Family and dog friendly too!
Llandefalle, Brecon, Powys
A quiet, family site for camping and safari tent glamping on a farm by the Brecon Beacons, with a spa on site.
Sennybridge, Brecon, Powys
Idyllic Shepherd's Hut set in the Brecon Beacons with a private wood-fired hot tub. Perfect for a romantic getaway.
Kirkinner, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway
A family run site with views of Wigtown Bay, set close to the Scottish coastline. Dog friendly.
Penycae, Powys
A family run park bheind an aweard winning pub. Set in a national park with access to Zip World, caving and more.
Dinton, Salisbury, Wiltshire
Campfire camping, bell tents and chic shepherd huts on a farm set 30 mins from Longleat and Stonehenge.
Llanybydder, Carmarthenshire
Back to nature glamping and hammocks set in stunning natural woodland.
Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway
The only site in the Galloway Forest Park - the UK's first Dark Sky Park. Dog friendly with outstanding scenery.
Longridge, Preston, Lancashire
30-acre dog-friendly touring park with breathtaking views of the Ribble Valley and Lakes.
Girvan, Ayrshire and Arran
A family run holiday park, which is surrounded by lovely countryside.
Sweffling, Saxmundham, Suffolk
Family friendly glamping including bell tents and yurts in peaceful wildlife garden with a handful of tent pitches.
Churchtown, Ramsey, Isle of Man
Spacious pitches on the TT course, set on the A3 near the north of the Isle of Man, close to Ramsey and the coast.
Tregaron, Ceredigion
Simple tent camping or shepherd's hut in the hostel garden. Enjoy the peace and quiet of the Cambrian Mountains.
St Neot, Liskeard, Cornwall
With exclusive views across Colliford Lake immerse yourself in nature and experience wild camping on Bodmin Moor.
Alresford, Hampshire
Welcome to a traditional campsite on a working farm at the western gateway of the South Downs National Park.
Llangadog, Carmarthenshire
Back to basics tent camping in the Brecon Beacons, right by a red kite feeding station. Groups welcome.
Lampeter, Ceredigion
Camping (tents only), set in a wonderful, wildlife-rich 40-acre nature reserve in Ceredigion.
Wigton, Cumbria
Secluded and off-grid woodland camping for tents in the Lake District with a communal firepit and breakfast!
Monyash, Bakewell, Derbyshire
Ideally located deep in the Peak District National Park, a peaceful setting, secluded pitches and a village pub.
Minehead, Somerset
A secluded, hidden valley campsite in the Centre of Exmoor National Park on a 500 acre working farm.
Caersws, Powys
Wild and simple camping with camp fires, in the heart of the Mid-Wales countryside.
Hexham, Northumberland
Idyllic glamping site with deluxe pods set on the edge of Northumberland National Park, with views of the Cheviots.
Tarbert, Argyll
Pod glamping with stunning 360 degree views and dark skies, complete with onsite cafe/bar and artisan shop.
Ettrick Valley , Selkirk, Scottish Borders
Glamping site, nestled by the Scottish Border in the stunning Ettrick Valley, with five Mongolian yurts.
Louth, Lincolnshire
Luxury glamping cabins set in woodlands, on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds AONB and 20 minutes from beaches.
Rhydlewis, Ceredigion
Woodland glamping in a 1920s Romany wagon with a private cabin, hammock and riverside setting. Dog friendly.