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
Boscoppa Farm Glamping and Camping
St Austell, Cornwall
8 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family friendly camping and glamping with sea views. Within ten minutes of the Eden Project and St Austell!
Pitches: 5 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 4 x Bell Tents
Canna Farm Campsite
Bugle, St Austell, Cornwall
9 reviews
100%
would recommend
Eco-friendly site nestled in the peaceful countryside in the heart of Cornwall. Ten minutes to the Eden Project.
Pitches: 10 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, The Foxes Den Bell Tent
Llandyfan Camping
Ammanford, Carmarthenshire
32 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, 4 x Electric Grass Pitches
Crakemoor Campsite
Skipton, North Yorkshire
25 reviews
100%
would recommend
Almost wild Yorkshire Dales campsite. Within 15 minutes of Settle, Malham Cove and Janet's Foss Waterfall.
50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
5m x 5m
Wardley Hill Campsite
Kirby Cane, Bungay, Norfolk
28 reviews
96%
would recommend
Relaxed car-free camping with fires and stunning glamping near the Norfolk Broads and Suffolk Coast. Dog friendly.
Pitches: 14 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 4 x Non Electric Grass Campervan Pitches
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Cosy Camping Suffolk
Bucklesham, Ipswich, Suffolk
22 reviews
95%
would recommend
Tent camping and luxury glamping with private facilities. Within 15 minutes of Ipswich and Felixstowe beaches.
Pitches: 14 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 4 x Family Glamping Pods
Muddycreek Campsite
Milford on Sea, Hampshire
19 reviews
94%
would recommend
A relaxed site with good old fashioned campfire camping in the New Forest, perfect for a family getaway
50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Bush Farm Wild Camping
Saltash, Cornwall
19 reviews
95%
would recommend
Almost wild camping with campfires on a 200 acre farm. Easy access to Plymouth and suitable for tents and tourers.
50 x Wild Grass Pitches
Locksters Pool Camping
Clifford, Hereford, Herefordshire
57 reviews
95%
would recommend
Campsite by the River Wye with wild swimming and a canoe/SUP launch. Just ten minutes from the Brecon Beacons.
Pitches: 42 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 4 x Non Electric Grass Pitch (Couples Only)
Lepe Beach Campsite
Exbury, Hampshire
70 reviews
91%
would recommend
Enjoy stunning views of the Solent at this back-to-basics family campsite, located just 150 yards from Lepe Beach.
Pitches: 60 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 6 x Ready Tents
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), Bell Tent (Sleeps 6, Dog Friendly)
Newton Farm Campsite
Pembroke, Pembrokeshire
15 reviews
93%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly camping and touring site with sea views. Five minutes drive from Freshwater West Beach!
Pitches: 15 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 10 x Non Electric Grass Motorhome Pitches
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)
Berry's Ground Lane Campsite
Barnstaple, Devon
18 reviews
100%
would recommend
Almost wild camping in Exmoor National Park on the North Devon Coast with fantastic sea views. Dog friendly.
Pitches: 38 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 12 x Non Electric Grass Touring Pitches
South Town Camping
Loxhore, Barnstaple, Devon
12 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful eco campsite set on a family farm on the National Trust's Arlington Court estate, close to Exmoor.
Pitches: 10 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, Shepherd's Hut
KMF Camping
Kirkharle, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland
10 reviews
100%
would recommend
Small family friendly, eco camping and glamping site by Kirkharle Courtyard with cafe and artisan shops!
Pitches: 6 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, Non Electric Grass Campervan Pitch
Longbeech Campsite
Fritham, Hampshire
18 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful and tranquil back to basics campsite in the New Forest surrounded by ancient beechwood. For adults only.
95 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
9m x 9m
Pengraig Campsite
Holyhead, Anglesey
26 reviews
96%
would recommend
Back to basics campsite with sea views near the Anglesey Coast Path. On a remote farm, great for wildlife spotting.
Pitches: 20 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 20 x Non Electric Grass Touring Pitches
Stablefell Campsite
Raydale, Marsett, North Yorkshire
70 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful site for tents and optional tipis in the Yorkshire Dales with panoramic views, close to Lake Semerwater.
Pitches: 7 x Large Non-Electric Grass Pitches, 25 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
Borth, Ceredigion
24 reviews
100%
would recommend
Eco camping and glamping site surrounded by newly planted woodland. Close to the coast, 15 minutes to Aberystwyth!
Pitches: 8 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 3 x Non Electric Hardstanding Campervan Pitches
