Waterside campsites
If you're bringing a boat, keen for some canoeing or just looking for tranquil views and a lovely setting, these lakeside campsites are just the ticket. Campsites near water are often teeming with wildlife and birds to spot and you can head to the shores at sunset to watch the sky light up and skim stones into the pretty canal, river or lake. See if our tempting selection of waterside campsites can really float your boat!
721 waterside campsites
Bush Farm Wild Camping
Saltash, Cornwall
Almost wild camping with campfires on a 200 acre farm. Easy access to Plymouth and suitable for tents and tourers.
4.76 /5
Hart Lake Escapes
York, North Yorkshire
Tranquil shepherd's huts with hot tubs set by a lake surrounded by woodland, 15 minutes from York.
4.86 /5
Stargaze Glamping
Nolton, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire
Surrounded by nature, gaze at the starry night sky in these luxury adult-only shepherd's huts and geodomes.
4.92 /5
The Cob House Countryside Park
Worcester, Worcestershire
Camping and touring within a 40 acre country park and fishery. Onsite animals and play area, ideal for families.
4.67 /5
South Hoggs Hideaway
Holsworthy, Devon
Peaceful family friendly site with waterside views, lovely for exploring North Devon's countryside and beaches.
5 /5
Fotheringhay Castle Farm Site
Fotheringhay, Northamptonshire
(Almost) wild camping and glamping on the River Nene. Kayaking, wild swimming and a pub nearby.
4.75 /5
Wolf Meadows Farm
High Bickington, Umberleigh, Devon
Wild riverside, woodland camping and pods by Devon's River Taw. Just 40 mins' drive from Dartmoor and beaches.
4.29 /5
Greencarts Campsite
Humshaugh, Hexham, Northumberland
Farm campsite set in the Tyne Valley almost atop Hadrian's Wall with glorious countryside views. Dog friendly.
4.48 /5
Purple Badger Camping and Fishing Lakes
Beeby, Leicester, Leicestershire
Camping and glamping haven with onsite coarse fishing and a range of luxury shepherd's huts and bell tents.
4.73 /5
Stretton Lakes Touring Park
Stretton, Oakham, Rutland
Peaceful, adult only touring park set around a picturesque fishing lake. Just 15 minutes from Rutland Water.
4.91 /5
Lodgehill Campsite
Banff, Aberdeenshire
Tranquil and back to basics pop up camping site with countryside views and ten minutes to the beach. Dogs welcome.
4.57 /5
Little Harford
Tedburn St Mary, Exeter, Devon
Back-to-basics woodland camping with a river running through the site, 15 minutes from Dartmoor National Park.
4.85 /5
Wigwam Holidays Moffat
Moffat, Dumfries and Galloway
Ensuite glamping pods with direct access to mountain bike trails and walks. Dog friendly and open year round.
4.85 /5
Eden Valley Glamping
Armathwaite, Carlisle, Cumbria
Peaceful, family and couple friendly glamping pods with ensuites and campfires. Onsite sauna and pizza oven!
4.94 /5
Cuckoo Fen Campsite
Over, Cambridgeshire
Peaceful, eco campsite with fire pits to borrow. Five minutes to the River Great Ouse, 20 minutes from Cambridge.
4.95 /5
Pilgrims Fathers Caravan Park
Scrooby, Doncaster, Nottinghamshire
Small adult only (16+) tent and touring site set close to a top pub. Open all year and dog friendly.
4.26 /5
Blair Castle Caravan Park
Blair Atholl, Pitlochry, Perthshire
Dog-friendly pitches, pods and holiday homes right by Cairngorms National Park with onsite segway tours!
4.61 /5
Wigwam Holidays Knighton
Heyope, Knighton, Powys
Cosy Wigwam glamping with hot tubs and stretching views over the Powys countryside, close to Knighton.
4.9 /5
Creagan Station Tourers
Appin, Argyll
Set on the shores of Loch Creran, a family friendly touring park with waterside views. Dogs welcome!
4.58 /5
Greenacres Glamping
Lea, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
Glamping with an excellent view located between the outstanding Wye Valley AONB and the Forest of Dean.
4.89 /5
Tipis at Ponty
Llansantffraid, Welshpool, Powys
Secluded riverside camping and glamping, close to the Powys/Shropshire border. Yurt, Cabin,Tipis and more!
Highly rated
Worfe Camping
Shifnal, Shropshire
Eco, family friendly campsite with ensuite pitches. Set on a working farm with views of the River Worfe.
Highly rated
Canvas and Campfires
Lampeter, Ceredigion
Luxury safari tents overlooking the Teifi Valley. Some with hot tubs, accessible features and welcoming dogs.
Highly rated
The Hive Pod Village at Ghyll Head
Windermere, Cumbria
Family and dog friendly pods in the Lake District at the edge of Windemere. Five minutes to Bowness-on-Windermere.
5 /5
Parley Court Camping
Hurn, Christchurch, Dorset
A family-run riverside campsite in Christchurch with excellent onsite facilities such as golf, café and a bar.
4.44 /5
Rushbanks Farm Caravan and Camping Site
Nayland, Colchester, Suffolk
Riverside camping in Constable Country. Hire a canoe and paddle to the pub, then relax by the campfire at night.
4.46 /5
Boyd Valley Lake
Bitton, Bristol, Gloucestershire
A secluded base with a fishing lake. Situated between Bath and Bristol, perfect for exploring.
4.23 /5
Cripps Farm Caravan Park
East Huntspill, Highbridge, Somerset
Landscaped park with fishing lakes and riverside touring pitches. Just 15 minutes to Burnham-on-Sea!
4.82 /5
Green Hill Farm Holiday Village
Landford, Salisbury, Wiltshire
5-star glamping within the New Forest. Featuring luxury safari tents and shepherd's huts overlooking the lake!
4.81 /5
The Old Vicarage at Elkesley Campsite
Elkesley, Retford, Nottinghamshire
A site set at a historic house with stylish cave bar, zipwire, riverside pitches and fun outdoor games for kids.
4.43 /5
