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
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Cockingford Farm
Newton Abbot, Devon
Back-to-basics touring and camping on Dartmoor, set on a working farm with a river. Ideal for Scout groups.
Pond Farm Camping
Sidestrand, Cromer, Norfolk
Back to basics camping 10 minutes from Overstrand beach and 3 miles from Cromer and its pier.
Uppertown Farm Camping and Caravan Site
Hognaston, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Back to basics camping on large pitches, very close to Carsington Water and just a 10 minute drive from the Peaks.
Little Ropers Camping
Bures, Suffolk
A back to basics campsite woodland and meadow pitches, plus hassle free bell tents. Campfires welcome.
Kitewood Camping
Fishguard, Pembrokeshire
Hidden ensuite pitches and tipis situated in sixty acres of Pembrokeshire woodland. Campfires encouraged!
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Lathkill Wild Campsite
Bakewell, Derbyshire
Back to basics wild camping with incredible countryside views, set in the idyllic Peak District.
The Bunkorama
Barmouth, Gwynedd
Superb outdoor adventures and water sports on the doorstep in Snowdonia from a small site in Cardigan Bay.
Walnut Tree Farm
Winford, Bristol, Somerset
A rural and peaceful back-to-basics campsite with cosy glamping. Perfect for campfires, stargazing and wildlife.
Stars and Moor
Liskeard, Cornwall
Small, off-grid site by Bodmin Moor with panoramic views. Great for walking routes, five minutes to Golitha Falls!
Arch Lane Camping
Crowlas, Cornwall
Arch Lane Camping is a laid back farm Campsite in beautiful West Cornwall.
Orchard Holiday Park and Fishery
St Michaels, Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire
Quiet campsite with fly fishing and open water swim sessions (NOWCA members only and only certain days/times).
Thurlmoor Farm Certificated Site
Carlecotes, Holmfirth, South Yorkshire
Peaceful, back to basics site on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Dog friendly and great views!
Fox Wood Camping
Patching, West Sussex
Woodland camping in a stunning oak forest, perfect for family groups.
Little Harford
Tedburn St Mary, Exeter, Devon
Back-to-basics off-grid almost wild woodland camping with a river running through the site, 15 minutes to Dartmoor.
Digs in the Wig Certificated Site
Clarbeston Road, Pembrokeshire
Scenic, off-grid camping and touring with private eco loos and fire pits. Onsite swimming pool for private hire!
Canal Camping
Dilham, North Walsham, Norfolk
Beautiful and secluded campsite nestled alongside the North Walsham and Dilham Canal, with easy canoe access.
New Bank End Farm Certificated Site
St Lawrence, Ventnor, Isle of Wight
Perfectly peaceful and well equipped yurts with beautiful sea views and easy access to the IOW coastal footpath.
The Lorax Patch
Wells, Somerset
Small, off-grid site with peaceful camping and glamping with an onsite farm shop. Ten minutes to Glastonbury!
Rosehip Wood Campsite
West Dereham, Downham Market, Norfolk
Family friendly wild camping with tent and motorhome grass pitches. 30 minutes from Ely. Dogs welcome!
Wheems Organic Farm Campsite
South Ronaldsay, Orkney
Organic farm campsite overlooking the Ronaldsay coast. Pods, yurts and more, just five minutes from the beach.
