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!
426 back to basics campsites
South Allington House
Chivelstone, Kingsbridge, Devon
Tranquil and eco-conscious back-to-basics campsite, within easy reach of beaches at Salcombe and Beesands.
4.67 /5
Cosy Camping Suffolk
Bucklesham, Ipswich, Suffolk
Tent camping and luxury glamping with private facilities. Within 15 minutes of Ipswich and Felixstowe beaches.
4.9 /5
Stud Farm
Telscombe, Lewes, East Sussex
Peaceful back to basics camping, just off the South Downs Way and a 20-30 minute walk to the beach.
4.78 /5
Thorncombe Farm
Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester, Dorset
Quiet camping, touring and glamping bell tent site with campfires and dogs welcome. Set in idyllic Hardy Country.
4.71 /5
Primrose Fields Campsite
East Stoke, Wareham, Dorset
Family camping with campfires on a wildflower meadow, near Bovington Tank Museum, Monkey World and Lulworth.
4.82 /5
Dropped Anchor Sea View Camping
Breage, Helston, Cornwall
Small family friendly campsite with private fire pits and great sea views. Five minutes to Praa Sands Beach!
Highly rated
Moss Side Farm Campsite
Lake District, Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria
Working family-run farm and campsite in the scenic Woodland Valley, near Coniston Water in the Lake District.
4.58 /5
Wardley Hill Campsite
Kirby Cane, Bungay, Norfolk
Relaxed car-free camping with fires and stunning glamping near the Norfolk Broads and Suffolk Coast. Dog friendly.
4.92 /5
Camping at Tomkins Farm
North Chailey, East Sussex
Surrounded by lovely walks through the Sussex countryside. Meet the sheep, alpacas and camels!
4.67 /5
Cefn Coed
Penmaenpool, Gwynedd
Peaceful and back to basics woodland camping for tents and campervans, set in the heart of Snowdonia National Park.
4.73 /5
Tranwell Farm Certificated Site
Morpeth, Northumberland
Quiet, off-grid Greener Camping Club certified site in the heart of Northumberland.
4.82 /5
Red Squirrel Campsite
Glencoe, Highlands
Beautifully rugged campsite surrounded by mountain views and the River Coe flowing past.
4.77 /5
Woodlands Camping
Alresford, Hampshire
Eco friendly campsite on a peaceful working farm in the South Downs National Park with fire pits, dogs welcome.
4.64 /5
Lamarth Farm
Helston, Cornwall
Relaxed, spacious family and dog friendly farm site. Just ten minutes from Gunwalloe Church Cove and Poldhu.
Highly rated
Bramley Park Camping
Polegate, East Sussex
A scenic site at the foot of the South Downs, walking distance from pubs and shops. 15 mins from Eastbourne beach!
4.51 /5
Fieldhead Campsite
Edale, Derbyshire
Back-to-basics site in the heart of the Peak District, with stunning views and easy access to the Pennine Way.
4.86 /5
Wolford Wood
Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire
Friendly camping and glamping site situated at the edge of the Cotswolds. Wild, idyllic and peaceful.
4.54 /5
Graig Wen
Dolgellau, Gwynedd
Small and tranquil Snowdonia glamping and camping site with direct access to the Mawddach Estuary and cycle trail.
4.89 /5
Earth Camp
North Chailey, East Sussex
Back-to-nature camping and bell tents by the South Downs, surrounded by woodland. Onsite yoga, gong baths and more!
4.56 /5
Coxhill Camping
Shepherdswell, Dover, Kent
A spacious and scenic site with private woodland, a short drive to Dover Ferry Port. Dogs and campfires welcome.
4.95 /5
Two Jays Farm
Coltishall, Horstead, Norfolk
Family friendly farmsite set on the banks of a river in the Norfolk Broads, 20 minutes from Norwich.
4.67 /5
Cayo Retreat
Hereford, Herefordshire
Idyllic camping and touring with modern onsite facilities and incredible views towards the Black Mountains.
4.73 /5
Holmescales Campsite
Old Hutton, Kendal, Cumbria
A small site at the gateway to the Lake District with Dales close by. Onsite archery, quad biking and axe throwing.
4.61 /5
South Devon Camping
South Milton, Kingsbridge, Devon
A hidden gem, just a short stroll to the beautiful South Milton Sands beach. Fires welcome and pub nearby.
4.79 /5
Westdown Farm Wild Camping and Caravanning Certificated Site
Hatherleigh, Okehampton, Devon
Small, peaceful site nestled in beautiful farmland. Wild camping, traditional camping, and glamping available.
4.88 /5
Lepe Beach Campsite
Exbury, Hampshire
Enjoy stunning views of the Solent at this back-to-basics family campsite, located just 150 yards from Lepe Beach.
4.68 /5
Beech Estate Campsite
Battle, East Sussex
A magical woodland site, offering forest camping and wild glamping bell tents. Complete with bucket showers!
4.88 /5
Hincknowle Cider Apple Farm Camping
Melplash, Bridport, Dorset
Traditional dog camping on a cider farm with panoramic countryside views. Just 15 minutes from West Bay beach.
4.92 /5
Atlantic Horizons
Eastcott, Bude, Cornwall
Countryside glamping and camping, with bell tents, a tipi, shepherd's hut and more. Close to Bude and beaches.
4.75 /5
Nantcellan Barns
Aberystwyth, Ceredigion
Nature based camping in a spacious meadow. Great for exploring the West Wales coast and surrounding countryside.
4.72 /5
