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!
420 back to basics campsites
Bodmin, Cornwall
4.77 /5
70 reviews
96%
would recommend
Spacious grass pitches in the Cornish countryside. Close to Bodmin, just ten minutes from the Eden Project.
Melplash, Bridport, Dorset
4.92 /5
33 reviews
97%
would recommend
Traditional dog camping on a cider farm with panoramic countryside views. Just 15 minutes from West Bay beach.
Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester, Dorset
4.75 /5
26 reviews
96%
would recommend
Quiet camping, touring and glamping bell tent site with campfires and dogs welcome. Set in idyllic Hardy Country.
Horton, Dorset
4.78 /5
22 reviews
91%
would recommend
Family friendly camping, touring and glamping. Onsite animals, fishing and crafts, 20 minutes from Bournemouth.
St Columb Major, Cornwall
4.96 /5
14 reviews
100%
would recommend
Small, peaceful camping and bell tent site with a fishing lake. Just 20 minutes from Newquay and the Eden Project!
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Helston, Cornwall
4.84 /5
21 reviews
100%
would recommend
Relaxed, spacious family and dog friendly farm site. Just ten minutes from Gunwalloe Church Cove and Poldhu.
Battle, East Sussex
4.85 /5
31 reviews
97%
would recommend
A magical woodland site, offering forest camping and wild glamping bell tents. Complete with bucket showers!
Foolow, Derbyshire
4.73 /5
24 reviews
92%
would recommend
Brosterfield Caravan Park offers a back-to-basic touring park in the heart of the Peak District.
Hereford, Herefordshire
4.75 /5
46 reviews
98%
would recommend
Idyllic camping and touring with modern onsite facilities and incredible views towards the Black Mountains.
North Chailey, East Sussex
4.72 /5
48 reviews
90%
would recommend
Surrounded by lovely walks through the Sussex countryside. Meet the sheep, alpacas and camels!
Padstow, Cornwall
4.54 /5
59 reviews
83%
would recommend
Set on Cornwall's beautiful north coast near Padstow, you'll find 5 star touring and camping here.
Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria
4.59 /5
83 reviews
89%
would recommend
Working family-run farm and campsite in the scenic Woodland Valley, near Coniston Water in the Lake District.
Eastcott, Bude, Cornwall
4.75 /5
19 reviews
94%
would recommend
Countryside glamping and camping, with bell tents, a tipi, shepherd's hut and more. Close to Bude and beaches.
Alresford, Hampshire
4.69 /5
30 reviews
100%
would recommend
Eco friendly campsite on a peaceful working farm in the South Downs National Park with fire pits, dogs welcome.
Polegate, East Sussex
4.59 /5
78 reviews
95%
would recommend
A scenic site at the foot of the South Downs, walking distance from pubs and shops. 15 mins from Eastbourne beach!
Botallack, St Just, Cornwall
4.95 /5
17 reviews
100%
would recommend
A small back to basics site near Land's End in a beautiful spot with stunning scenery, 10-15 mins from the beach.
Glencoe, Highlands
4.8 /5
89 reviews
92%
would recommend
Beautifully rugged campsite surrounded by mountain views and the River Coe flowing past.
Penmaenpool, Gwynedd
4.72 /5
146 reviews
94%
would recommend
Peaceful and back to basics woodland camping for tents and campervans. Set in the heart of Snowdonia National Park.
Coltishall, Horstead, Norfolk
4.74 /5
20 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family friendly farmsite set on the banks of a river in the Norfolk Broads, 20 minutes from Norwich.
Whichford, Shipston-on-Stour, Warwickshire
4.73 /5
39 reviews
90%
would recommend
A magical space in the rolling Cotswolds, for quiet camping surrounded by nature. Airstream and yurt on site.
