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!
374 back to basics campsites
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
Ocknell Campsite
Fritham, Hampshire
43 reviews
95%
would recommend
Back to basics camping and touring in the New Forest. Surrounded by free roaming wildlife and walking trails.
Pitches: 165 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 23 x Non Electric Hardstanding Pitches
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
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 (Dog Friendly)
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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: 13 x Electric Grass Pitches, 6 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
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.
58 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
10m x 10m
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
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
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: 30 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 10 x Non Electric Grass Touring Pitches
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
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
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
Stretton House Campsite
Lower Stretton, Warrington, Cheshire
30 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)
Aldridge Hill Campsite
Brockenhurst, Hampshire
21 reviews
100%
would recommend
Back to basics site in the New Forest, five minutes to Brockenhurst. Streamside location with visiting wildlife!
120 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
9m x 9m
Cefn Coed
Penmaenpool, Gwynedd
125 reviews
95%
would recommend
Peaceful and back to basics woodland camping for tents and campervans. Set in the heart of Snowdonia National Park.
Pitches: 9 x Non Electric Wooded Campervan Pitches, 30 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Wildflower Wood at Beersheba Farm
St Ives, Cornwall
15 reviews
100%
would recommend
Fantastic woodland glamping near St Ives Bay and top beaches. Cosy, comfortable Landpods with private facilities.
Pitches: Saltings Eden Landpod (Dog Friendly), Godrevy Landpod
