Back to basics campsites
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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!

420 back to basics campsites

Camp Cynrig Glamping Village, Brecon, PowysPlaceholder image
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Brecon, Powys

5 /5

5 reviews

100%

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Family friendly glamping with private facilities and BBQs. Ten minutes to Brecon with a river for wild swimming!

Eco Escape Campsite, Blackbridge, Milford Haven, PembrokeshirePlaceholder image
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Blackbridge, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire

4.82 /5

13 reviews

100%

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A relaxed, dog-friendly, off grid, family-run farm campsite in the beautiful Pembrokeshire countryside.

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Ilfracombe, Devon

4.88 /5

5 reviews

80%

would recommend

Rustic, back-to-nature camping with campfires and glamping. Within 30 minutes of Woolacombe, Ilfracombe and Exmoor!

Hook Farm Campsite, West Hoathly, West SussexPlaceholder image
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West Hoathly, West Sussex

4.83 /5

46 reviews

96%

would recommend

A family-friendly back to basics campsite ideal for weekend getaways in the beautiful Sussex countryside.

Pitch and Hike, Betws-Y-Coed, ConwyPlaceholder image
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Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy

4.91 /5

16 reviews

100%

would recommend

Back to basics, peaceful walk-to site in the heart of Snowdonia with walking and mountain biking on your doorstep.

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Nantcellan Barns, Aberystwyth, CeredigionPlaceholder image
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Aberystwyth, Ceredigion

4.63 /5

19 reviews

89%

would recommend

Nature based camping in a spacious meadow. Great for exploring the West Wales coast and surrounding countryside.

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Nannerch, Flintshire

4.99 /5

14 reviews

100%

would recommend

Traditional camping and tree tents in an ancient woodland, nestled in the valley of the Clwydian Range.

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Mulino Pods, Kniveton, DerbyshirePlaceholder image
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Kniveton, Derbyshire

4.88 /5

13 reviews

92%

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Three private glamping pods, just outside of the Peaks, with fantastic valley views and campfires. Dog friendly.

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Lodgehill Campsite, Banff, AberdeenshirePlaceholder image
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Banff, Aberdeenshire

4.54 /5

19 reviews

89%

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Tranquil and back to basics pop up camping site with countryside views and ten minutes to the beach. Dogs welcome.

Birds and Bees Campsite, Rendham, Saxmundham, SuffolkPlaceholder image
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Rendham, Saxmundham, Suffolk

4.92 /5

5 reviews

80%

would recommend

Seculded, natural eco-camping in the heart of Suffolk's Alde Valley, with family friendly vibes. Campfires allowed.

Fire and Stars Woodland Camping, Newton Burgoland, LeicestershirePlaceholder image
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Newton Burgoland, Leicestershire

Highly rated

Woodland camping in Leicestershire with campfires and a pub a five minute walk away. Great for families and groups!

Westover Smarden, Ashford, KentPlaceholder image
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Ashford, Kent

4.94 /5

7 reviews

100%

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Peaceful adult only campsite with back to basics facilities. Set on a working farm in the rural Kent countryside.

Coedfryn Farm Camping Certificated Site, Newport, PembrokeshirePlaceholder image
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Newport, Pembrokeshire

4.8 /5

9 reviews

100%

would recommend

Starlight camping with BBQs and fire pits, hidden in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. 10 mins from a beach.

Salisbury Campsite at Bake Farm, Salisbury, WiltshirePlaceholder image
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Salisbury, Wiltshire

4.77 /5

29 reviews

93%

would recommend

Peaceful camping on a working farm with countryside views. Five minutes from Salisbury, 25 minutes to Stonehenge!

Treza Camping, Porthleven, CornwallPlaceholder image
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Porthleven, Cornwall

4.83 /5

20 reviews

100%

would recommend

A 20 minute walk from the golden sands of Porthleven Beach, back-to-basics family camping.

Lane End Camping, Weare, Axbridge, SomersetPlaceholder image
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Weare, Axbridge, Somerset

4.88 /5

37 reviews

100%

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Peaceful camping and glamping on a working farm with countryside views, 15 minutes from Cheddar Gorge.

Ty Llewelyn Glamping and Camping, Llanidloes, PowysPlaceholder image
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Llanidloes, Powys

4.76 /5

5 reviews

100%

would recommend

Peaceful off-grid camping and glamping with private facilities, fire pits and rural views. Family and dog friendly!

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Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire

4.87 /5

12 reviews

100%

would recommend

Award winning off the grid campsite in the beautiful Teme Valley, you'll be surrounded by beautiful countryside.

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West Kellow Yurts, Lansallos, Looe, CornwallPlaceholder image
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Lansallos, Looe, Cornwall

4.67 /5

12 reviews

100%

would recommend

Cosy yurts and shepherd's hut with log burners set in a peaceful location. A 15 minute walk from Polperro!

Ross Rowing Club and Campsite, Ross-on-Wye, HerefordshirePlaceholder image
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Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire

4.48 /5

5 reviews

100%

would recommend

Back to basics site along the River Wye with river access for canoe/paddleboarding. Five minutes to Ross-on-Wye.

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