Back to basics campsites
Pack only the essentials and discover the outdoors with an authentic camping trip, where it'll become obvious just how little you need to relax. Back to basics camping pitches swap any glitz and glam for added adventure!
349 back to basics campsites
Brosterfield Caravan Park
Foolow, Derbyshire
39 reviews
95%
would recommend
A back-to-basic camping park. In the heart of the Peak District, 15 minutes to Chatsworth House and Bakewell!
48 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
7m long
Red Squirrel Campsite
Glencoe, Highlands
119 reviews
94%
would recommend
Beautifully rugged campsite surrounded by mountain views, with the River Coe flowing past.
100 x Non Electric Wild Pitches
Hincknowle Cider Apple Farm Camping
Melplash, Bridport, Dorset
Opens 30 April
73 reviews
99%
would recommend
Traditional dog camping on a cider farm with panoramic countryside views. Just 15 minutes from West Bay beach.
9 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
6m long
Garris Farm Caravan and Camping
Gulval, Penzance, Cornwall
23 reviews
100%
would recommend
Farm campsite with sea views of Mounts Bay. Within ten minutes of Penzance, St Michael's Mount and Long Rock Beach.
Pitches: 45 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, Sunset Bell Tent (Dog Friendly)
Riverside Lakes
Horton, Dorset
33 reviews
94%
would recommend
Family friendly camping, touring and glamping. Onsite animals, fishing and crafts, 20 minutes from Bournemouth.
Pitches: 6 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches (Chill Out), 6 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches (Centre Point)
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Thorncombe Farm
Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester, Dorset
Opens 1 May
25 reviews
100%
would recommend
Quiet camping, touring and glamping bell tent site with campfires and dogs welcome. Set in idyllic Hardy Country.
Pitches: 25 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 5 x Bell Tents
Beech Estate Campsite
Battle, East Sussex
31 reviews
97%
would recommend
A magical woodland site, offering forest camping and wild glamping bell tents. Complete with bucket showers!
Pitches: 15 x Wild Tent Pitches, 9 x Faraway Tent Pitches
Sunnyside Pop Up Camping
East Grinstead, West Sussex
Opens 22 May
17 reviews
100%
would recommend
Summer pop up campsite with a communal fire pit and sauna sessions. A 15 minute walk to a pub and Standen House.
Pitches: 5 x Non Electric Grass Campervan Pitches, 5 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Holyrood Farm Campsite
Shaftesbury, Dorset
Opens 1 May
52 reviews
98%
would recommend
Back to basics camping set in very picturesque countryside beside Shaftesbury. Campfires and pets welcome.
50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Moss Side Farm Campsite
Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria
78 reviews
91%
would recommend
Working family-run farm and campsite in the scenic Woodland Valley, near Coniston Water in the Lake District.
Pitches: 35 x Non Electric Grass Pitches , 5 x Rail Cabins (Dog Friendly)
Cayo Retreat Waters Edge Glamping and Holiday Site
Hereford, Herefordshire
39 reviews
97%
would recommend
Idyllic camping and touring with modern onsite facilities and incredible views towards the Black Mountains.
Pitches: 20 x Non Electric Grass Campervan and Motorhome Pitches, 60 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Twitey's Camping and Glamping Meadows
Hunscote, Wellesbourne, Warwickshire
26 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful camping and glamping in the heart of Warwickshire. Just 15 minutes from Stratford-upon-Avon!
Pitches: 16 x Large Non Electric Grass Pitches, 20 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
The Camping Field
Bodmin, Cornwall
70 reviews
96%
would recommend
Spacious grass pitches in the Cornish countryside. Close to Bodmin, just ten minutes from the Eden Project.
Pitches: 35 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 18 x Electric Grass Pitches
Primrose Fields Campsite
East Stoke, Wareham, Dorset
Opens 22 May
92 reviews
97%
would recommend
Family camping with campfires on a wildflower meadow, near Bovington Tank Museum, Monkey World and Lulworth.
50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
10m long
Tregonetha Lake
St Columb Major, Cornwall
21 reviews
100%
would recommend
Small, peaceful camping and bell tent site with a fishing lake. Just 20 minutes from Newquay and the Eden Project!
Pitches: 5 x Non Electric Grass Touring Pitches, 15 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Rowbury Farm Camping
Goodworth Clatford, Andover, Hampshire
30 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful family-friendly campsite in a wildflower meadow with glorious views. Set in the beautiful Test Valley.
50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
5m long
Graig Wen
Dolgellau, Gwynedd
25 reviews
96%
would recommend
Small and tranquil Snowdonia glamping and camping site with direct access to the Mawddach Estuary and cycle trail.
Pitches: 3 x Hardstanding Touring Pitches (Optional Electric), 17 x Lower Tent Camping Fields
White House Farm Campsite
Tideswell, Buxton, Derbyshire
Opens 1 May
44 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful back to basics site in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Families and dogs welcome!
50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Lamarth Farm
Helston, Cornwall
26 reviews
100%
would recommend
Relaxed, spacious family and dog friendly farm site. Just ten minutes from Gunwalloe Church Cove and Poldhu.
Pitches: 22 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 5 x Non Electric Grass Solo Pitches
Holmescales Campsite
Old Hutton, Kendal, Cumbria
72 reviews
93%
would recommend
A small site at the gateway to the Lake District with Dales close by. Onsite archery, quad biking and axe throwing.
30 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
10m x 10m
