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!
397 back to basics campsites
Spring Field Dark Skies Eco Camp
Much Wenlock, Shrewsbury, Shropshire
55 reviews
98%
would recommend
Secluded eco camping for campervans and tents. Central fire-pit/BBQ for winter nights. Hardstandings open all year.
Pitches: 3 x Hardstanding Large Campervan/Roof Tent Pitch 5-7m (Optional Electric), 4 x Hardstanding Motorhome Pitches 7m (Optional Electric)
Brick Kiln Farm Campsite
Campsea Ashe, Woodbridge, Suffolk
48 reviews
98%
would recommend
Peaceful, adult only site near Woodbridge, 20 minutes to the coast. Private fire pits and an onsite honesty shop!
Pitches: 2 x Non Electric Solo Grass Pitch, 20 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Primrose Fields Campsite
East Stoke, Wareham, Dorset
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
Holmescales Campsite
Old Hutton, Kendal, Cumbria
71 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
Little Oak Camping
Retford, Nottinghamshire
29 reviews
100%
would recommend
A tranqil and secluded family-friendly campsite on the outskirts of the market town of Retford, Nottinghamshire.
Pitches: 9 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 8 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (Annexe Field)
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Shire Camping
Oxhill, Warwick, Warwickshire
24 reviews
96%
would recommend
A peaceful rural Cotswold site within 30 mins of Warwick and Shakespeare's Stratford. Family run and dog friendly.
Pitches: 38 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 3 x Bell Tents
Heronsdale Manor Farm Campsite
Waldron, Heathfield, East Sussex
22 reviews
95%
would recommend
Back to nature family camping and touring in the Sussex countryside. Dog friendly and campfires allowed.
30 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Fontmills Farm Campsite
Hellingly, East Sussex
25 reviews
100%
would recommend
Friendly, family run farm campsite with tent and hardstanding pitches, plus glamping - nearby the Cuckoo Trail.
Pitches: 35 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 7 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (Weekly)
Venus Campsite
Baldersby, Thirsk, North Yorkshire
19 reviews
100%
would recommend
An adult only, peaceful and back to basics site. Close to the A1 and within 15 minutes of Ripon and Thirsk.
Pitches: 6 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 13 x Electric Grass Pitches
Earth Camp
North Chailey, East Sussex
25 reviews
84%
would recommend
Back-to-nature camping and bell tents by the South Downs, surrounded by woodland. Onsite yoga, gong baths and more!
Pitches: 25 x Non Electric Grass Pitches , 7 x Bell Tents
South Devon Camping
South Milton, Kingsbridge, Devon
44 reviews
98%
would recommend
A hidden gem, just a short stroll to the beautiful South Milton Sands beach. Fires welcome and pub nearby.
50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Lower Penderleath Farm Campsite
St Ives, Cornwall
20 reviews
100%
would recommend
A quiet, family friendly site with campfires for exploring West Cornwall. Ten minutes from St Ives.
60 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
7m x 5m
South Dean Camping
Barnstaple, Devon
32 reviews
97%
would recommend
Panoramic views of the sea and countryside from grass camping pitches for tents and campervans. Located on Exmoor.
Pitches: 40 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 3 x Non Electric Grass Campervan Pitches
Barley Fields Camping
Holt, Norfolk
68 reviews
97%
would recommend
Family friendly camping and touring park in rural Norfolk, just ten minutes from the coast.
Pitches: 25 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 5 x Non Electric Grass Touring Pitches
Frittenden Orchard
Frittenden, Kent
35 reviews
100%
would recommend
Dog friendly site, pitch up amongst the fruit orchard and enjoy the starry skies. Ten minute walk to a pub!
Pitches: 10 x Non Electric Grass Touring Pitches, 30 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Barhams Woodland Camping
Denbury, Devon
47 reviews
98%
would recommend
Woodland, wild-style camping with private pitches and fire pits, ten minutes from Dartmoor. Dogs welcome!
Pitches: 5 x Non Electric Forest Floor Tent Pitches (Four Person), 8 x Non Electric Forest Floor Tent Pitches (Six Person)
South Allington House
Chivelstone, Kingsbridge, Devon
40 reviews
88%
would recommend
Tranquil and eco-conscious back-to-basics campsite, within easy reach of beaches at Salcombe and Beesands.
45 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
7m long
Etherley Farm
Ockley, Dorking, Surrey
43 reviews
93%
would recommend
Back to basics camping allowing campfires, with a lovely well-stocked farm shop, nestled away in the Surrey Hills.
50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Silver View Campsite
Combe Martin, Devon
36 reviews
94%
would recommend
Pop-up campsite with stunning coastal and countryside views in Exmoor National Park, five minutes from the beach.
Pitches: 40 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 10 x Non Electric Grass Touring Pitches
Jubilee Camping
Damerham, Fordingbridge, Hampshire
30 reviews
97%
would recommend
A quiet and rural family-run farm campsite. Family friendly with onsite weekend catering and bar. Firepits allowed.
48 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
10m x 10m
