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!
347 back to basics campsites
Cosy Camping Suffolk
Bucklesham, Ipswich, Suffolk
16 reviews
94%
would recommend
Tent camping and luxury glamping with private facilities. Within 15 minutes of Ipswich and Felixstowe beaches.
Pitches: 2 x Ensuite Cosier Glamping Pods, 14 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Muddycreek Campsite
Milford on Sea, Hampshire
Opens 24 July
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
Irfon Valley Pods and Camping
Llangammarch Wells, Builth Wells, Powys
11 reviews
100%
would recommend
Rustic, family camping and glamping site with a small communal games room. Within 15 minutes of Builth Wells.
Pitches: 5 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, Electric Hardstanding Campervan Pitch
Canna Farm Campsite
Bugle, St Austell, Cornwall
10 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
Two Jays Farm
Coltishall, Horstead, Norfolk
29 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: 7 x Non Electric Grass Touring Pitches, 10 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
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Tatton Farm Campsite
Tatton , Weymouth, Dorset
14 reviews
100%
would recommend
Rural, simple campsite on a 450 acre, 5th generation working farm. Within 15 minutes of Weymouth and sandy beaches!
15 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
10m x 4.5m
Bush Farm Wild Camping
Saltash, Cornwall
20 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
Stud Farm
Telscombe, Lewes, East Sussex
55 reviews
98%
would recommend
Peaceful back to basics camping, just off the South Downs Way and a 20-30 minute walk to the beach.
25 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
6m x 7m
Glassenbury Camping
Cranbrook, Kent
16 reviews
100%
would recommend
Off-grid eco camping and glamping with campfires. Enjoy fantastic views and sunsets in the High Weald AONB.
Pitches: 30 x Large Non Electric Grass Pitches, 3 x Bell Tents (Dog Friendly)
Heronsdale Manor Farm Campsite
Waldron, Heathfield, East Sussex
23 reviews
96%
would recommend
Back to nature family camping and touring in the Sussex countryside. Dog friendly and campfires allowed.
30 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
Borth, Ceredigion
26 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, Shepherd's Hut
The Otter Channel
Peasmarsh, East Sussex
22 reviews
91%
would recommend
Peaceful campsite with bucket showers on the banks of the River Rother, ten minutes from Rye. Dog friendly.
15 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
5m x 5m
Dropped Anchor Sea View Camping
Breage, Helston, Cornwall
31 reviews
100%
would recommend
Small family friendly campsite with private fire pits and great sea views. Five minutes to Praa Sands Beach!
Pitches: 14 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 5 x Non Electric Grass Backpacker Pitches
Woodlands Camping
Alresford, Hampshire
36 reviews
97%
would recommend
Eco friendly campsite on a peaceful working farm in the South Downs National Park with fire pits, dogs welcome.
Pitches: 9 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (The Meadow), 6 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (The Clearing)
Stablefell Campsite
Raydale, Marsett, North Yorkshire
63 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful site for tents and optional tipis in the Yorkshire Dales with panoramic views, close to Lake Semerwater.
Pitches: 25 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 7 x Large Non-Electric Grass Pitches
Prospect House Farm Campsite
Suffield, Scarborough, North Yorkshire
22 reviews
100%
would recommend
A small and peaceful site offering countryside views, ten minutes to the seaside town of Scarborough.
Pitches: 2 x Electric Grass Touring Pitches, 5 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Trelay Campsite
St Gennys, Bude, Cornwall
14 reviews
100%
would recommend
Eco dog friendly camping and glamping on a 32 acre small holding. Five minutes from the beach, 15 minutes to Bude.
Pitches: 6 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 4 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Salisbury Campsite at Bake Farm
Salisbury, Wiltshire
35 reviews
97%
would recommend
Peaceful camping on a working farm with countryside views. Five minutes from Salisbury, 25 minutes to Stonehenge!
Pitches: 10 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 5 x Non Electric Grass Campervan 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: Godrevy Landpod , Towans Landpod (Dog Friendly)
Bolam Lake Camping Paddock
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland
40 reviews
98%
would recommend
Peaceful family and dog friendly wild camping at a pop-up site opposite the beautiful Bolam Lake Country Park.
12 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
