Campsites near canals
Our selection of canal camping sites will have you pitched up in easy reach of the towpath. From off-grid spots along the Caledonian Canal as well as the Grand Union Canal, stretching from London to Birmingham, head out to the riverside from any of these campsites near canals.
52 campsites near canals
Ben Nevis Holiday Park
Fort William, Highlands
Riverside camping and touring with breathtaking mountain views. Ten minutes from Fort William and Glen Nevis.
4.82 /5
Little Acre Holiday Park
Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
This family-run site is a perfect spot for any tourer to enjoy natural surroundings, next to the Lancaster Canal.
4.84 /5
Bunchrew Caravan Park
Bunchrew, Inverness, Highlands
Waterside, family friendly park along the Beauly Firth, with 15 minutes of Inverness and Loch Ness. Dog friendly.
4.61 /5
Linwater Caravan Park
Newbridge, Edinburgh, Edinburgh and the Lothians
Peaceful, family and dog friendly park. Open year round, just a 20 minute drive to Edinburgh centre.
4.86 /5
Somers Wood Caravan Park
Meriden, Coventry, Warwickshire
Adult only touring park set in mature woodlands with modern facilities. Ten minutes from Birmingham NEC.
4.86 /5
Linnhe Lochside Holidays
Corpach, Fort William, Highlands
Dog friendly camping and touring by a peaceful loch in the Highlands with a private beach. On Jacobite train route.
4.51 /5
West Highland Way Campsite
Blanefield, Glasgow, Glasgow and the Clyde Valley
Situated directly on the West Highland Way, within reach of Glasgow. Dog friendly and open year round.
4.27 /5
Little Acre Camping
Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
Tranquil camping 2 minutes from the M6, in a rural setting for the Lakes or Dales. Just 100m from a friendly pub.
4.82 /5
Abbey Green Farm
Whitchurch, Shropshire
Small camping and touring park serving afternoon tea and stone baked pizza. Just 20 minutes to Ellesmere!
4.84 /5
Manor Farm Catthorpe
Catthorpe, Lutterworth, Leicestershire
A pretty, family friendly campsite overlooking the River Avon Valley with an onsite shop and cafe. Pet friendly.
4.79 /5
Oakwood Marina
Rudheath, Northwich, Cheshire
Camping, touring and glamping by the Trent and Mersey Canal. Onsite tea room, pizza hut, shop and pop-up pub!
Hilly Cow Wigwams
Kirknewton, Edinburgh and the Lothians
Ensuite glamping pods with optional hot tubs, set close to Edinburgh, the Forth Valley and the Pentland hills.
4.83 /5
The Pig Place
Adderbury, Banbury, Oxfordshire
Adult-only site on a pig farm on the banks of the Oxford Canal. Onsite farm shop, bar/cafe and firepit areas!
4.55 /5
Camping Pod Heaven
Inverness, Highlands
Well designed, chic camping pods set close to Loch Ness, Inverness and the Culloden Battlefield.
4.6 /5
Suddene Park Farm
Burbage, Marlborough, Wiltshire
A peaceful, back to basics site set in the Vale of Pewsey's countryside. Stunning views and plenty of walks nearby.
4.36 /5
Aldenham Country Park
Elstree, Hertfordshire
Just 15 minutes from London, get close to nature with wild camping and glamping. Cafe and playground on site.
4.27 /5
Great Haywood Canalside Campsite
Great Haywood, Staffordshire
Canalside camping next to the Cannock Chase AONB. Dogs and campfires welcome with a café and farm shop opposite.
4.82 /5
Eden Leisure Village
Cumbernauld, Glasgow, Glasgow and the Clyde Valley
Family and dog friendly glamping including a unique bus, with an onsite salon/spa. Just 20 minutes from Glasgow!
Highly rated
Re:treat Glamping
Pulloxhill, Bedfordshire
Sleeping seven, a luxurious safari lodge with a spacious private deck and waterside setting.
Loch Ness Shores Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Foyers, Inverness, Highlands
Located on the quieter southern shore of Loch Ness near Foyers, the site enjoys panoramic views. Open year round.
Devizes Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Melksham, Wiltshire
This Club Site on the Kennet and Avon Canal, is surrounded by some of the UK's most significant prehistoric sites.
Horsley Camping and Caravanning Club Site
East Horsley, Surrey
On the shore of Horsley lake, this beautiful Club Site is perfect for fishing, relaxing or walking.
Clent Hills Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Romsley, Halesowen, Warwickshire
Set in a peaceful valley, this site offers a base 15 miles from central Birmingham, near to the Clent Hills.
Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
A peaceful club site at Walton on Thames, inside London's M25 and only 15 miles from the capital. Members only.
Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Chertsey, Surrey
This riverside Club Site has a rural feel but is just a 30-minute train ride from London and all its attractions.
Avon Valley Camping
Keynsham, Bristol, Somerset
Camp at one of the South West's best family visitor attractions, Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park!
Glen Nevis Caravan and Camping Park
Fort William, Highlands
Family and dog friendly camping with stunning views at the foot of Ben Nevis. Ideal for walking and cycling.
Heron's Rural Retreat
Bragenham, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
Rural and secluded camping and glamping with wonderful views over the Aylesbury Vale. Family friendly, no pets.
Canal Camping
Dilham, North Walsham, Norfolk
Beautiful and secluded campsite nestled alongside the North Walsham and Dilham Canal, with easy canoe access.
Mortonhall Caravan and Camping Park
Mortonhall, Edinburgh, Edinburgh and the Lothians
Open all year, caravan, camping, festival camping and glamping within the City of Edinburgh. Closest to the city!
