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!
351 back to basics campsites
Fontmills Farm Campsite
Hellingly, East Sussex
Opens 1 May
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)
Padstow Campsite
Padstow, Cornwall
Opens 29 June
23 reviews
100%
would recommend
Back to basics campsite with stunning estuary views, within a ten minute walk of Padstow Harbour. Dog friendly.
20 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
8m x 5m
Westerby Farm Camping and Glamping
Outwell, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
71 reviews
99%
would recommend
Family friendly glamping site with a fishing lake. A beautiful setting to explore Cambridgeshire and Norfolk.
Pitches: Poppy Cabin with Optional Hot Tub (Dog Friendly), The Old Stables Glamping Cabin with Optional Hot Tub (Dog Friendly)
Earth Camp
North Chailey, East Sussex
Opens 1 May
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 (Dog Friendly)
Cefn Coed
Penmaenpool, Gwynedd
122 reviews
96%
would recommend
Peaceful and back to basics woodland camping for tents and campervans. Set in the heart of Snowdonia National Park.
Pitches: 15 x Non Electric Woodland Tent Pitches, 30 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
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South Allington House
Chivelstone, Kingsbridge, Devon
Opens 8 May
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
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
Rowbury Farm Camping
Goodworth Clatford, Andover, Hampshire
27 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
Primrose Fields Campsite
East Stoke, Wareham, Dorset
Opens 1 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
Two Jays Farm
Coltishall, Horstead, Norfolk
Opens 1 May
28 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family friendly farmsite set ten minutes from the banks of a river in the Norfolk Broads, 20 minutes from Norwich.
Pitches: 10 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 7 x Non Electric Grass Touring Pitches
Camping at Tomkins Farm
North Chailey, East Sussex
46 reviews
87%
would recommend
Surrounded by lovely walks through the Sussex countryside. Meet the sheep, alpacas and camels!
37 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
12m x 12m
Brick Kiln Farm Campsite
Campsea Ashe, Woodbridge, Suffolk
Opens 1 May
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: 20 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 2 x Non Electric Solo Grass Pitch
Cae Ddel Country Camping
Criccieth, Gwynedd
10 reviews
100%
would recommend
Small off-grid campsite with almost wild pitches and glamping. Five minutes to Criccieth and ten minutes to Eryri.
Pitches: Non Electric Wild Woodland Pitch, 6 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Llandyfan Camping
Ammanford, Carmarthenshire
33 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful camping, touring and glamping set on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Onsite fishing lake.
Pitches: 20 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 17 x Non Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Shire Camping
Oxhill, Warwick, Warwickshire
Opens 1 May
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 (Dog Friendly)
Stretton House Campsite
Lower Stretton, Warrington, Cheshire
31 reviews
97%
would recommend
Quiet, dog friendly site with a relaxed feel, five-minute walk from a farm shop. Fire pits and BBQs welcome.
Pitches: 40 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (Main Field), 50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (Overflow Field)
White House Farm Campsite
Tideswell, Buxton, Derbyshire
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
South Devon Camping
South Milton, Kingsbridge, Devon
Opens 22 May
44 reviews
98%
would recommend
A hidden gem, just a short stroll to the beautiful South Milton Sands beach. Fires welcome and pub nearby.
58 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
10m x 10m
Frittenden Orchard
Frittenden, Kent
36 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
Lower Penderleath Farm Campsite
St Ives, Cornwall
Opens 25 May
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
