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Dark Sky campsites

If you've never seen the full brightness of the Milky Way, these are the holiday spots for you. Tucked close to the UK's designated Dark Sky Sites, from wild forests to national parks, they are a stargazer's paradise and totally free from light pollution. Grab your binoculars and watch the heavens put on a show at these Dark Sky campsites!

123 dark Sky campsites

Ling's Meadow, Hepworth, Diss, SuffolkPlaceholder image
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Hepworth, Diss, Suffolk

4.98 /5

10 reviews

100%

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Relaxing camping and glamping in soft meadow grass, surrounded by bird song and stargazing in rural Suffolk.

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Serenity Camping, Hinderwell, Whitby, North YorkshirePlaceholder image
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Hinderwell, Whitby, North Yorkshire

4.68 /5

8 reviews

100%

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Peaceful camping and glamping within the North York Moors National Park, just a 20 minute walk from Runswick Bay.

KMF Camping, Kirkharle, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NorthumberlandPlaceholder image
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Kirkharle, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland

4.91 /5

7 reviews

100%

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Small family friendly, eco camping and glamping site by Kirkharle Courtyard with cafe and artisan shops!

Langley Dam Glamping, Langley-on-Tyne, Hexham, NorthumberlandPlaceholder image
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Langley-on-Tyne, Hexham, Northumberland

4.86 /5

24 reviews

100%

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Luxury ensuite pods with lake views and fire pits in the North Pennines near Hadrian's Wall. Dog friendly.

Under the Milky Way, Combe Martin, DevonPlaceholder image
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Combe Martin, Devon

4.87 /5

11 reviews

100%

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A secluded glamping site nestled between North Devon beaches and the Exmoor National Park.

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Dogwood Camping and Glamping, Brede, Rye, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Brede, Rye, East Sussex

4.85 /5

24 reviews

96%

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Quiet and secluded glamping in the heart of the East Sussex countryside. Open year round with onsite animals!

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

4.91 /5

16 reviews

100%

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

Embrace the Space, Cynwyl Elfed, CarmarthenshirePlaceholder image
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Cynwyl Elfed, Carmarthenshire

4.83 /5

13 reviews

100%

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Luxury yurts with the Hippie Hot Tub and traditional Mongolian yurts all with fire pits and your own facilities.

Cambrian Mountains Glamping and Camping, Tregaron, CeredigionPlaceholder image
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Tregaron, Ceredigion

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Peaceful family-run camping and glamping site with stunning mountain views. Just 30 minutes from Aberaeron town.

Barrhill Holiday Park, Girvan, Ayrshire and ArranPlaceholder image
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Girvan, Ayrshire and Arran

4.72 /5

16 reviews

94%

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Dog and family friendly glamping pods with hot tubs. Onsite play park and kitchen, ten minutes to Galloway Forest!

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

4.8 /5

9 reviews

100%

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

Quantock Camping, West Bagborough, Taunton, SomersetPlaceholder image
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West Bagborough, Taunton, Somerset

4.88 /5

19 reviews

100%

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A family and dog friendly glamping site with pods, shepherd's huts, and a cabin. On the edge of the Quantocks.

Wheatfields Luxury Glamping, Appledore, Rye, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Appledore, Rye, East Sussex

5 /5

7 reviews

100%

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Two luxury safari tents with hot tubs, ensuites, scenic views and dogs welcome. 15 minutes to Camber Sands!

Giddy Farm, Ilfracombe, DevonPlaceholder image
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Ilfracombe, Devon

4.85 /5

8 reviews

100%

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Off-grid bell tents with sea views, a pizza oven and dark skies. Just ten minutes to Watermouth beaches.

Shepherd's Rest, Foulden, Scottish BordersPlaceholder image
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Foulden, Scottish Borders

4.91 /5

13 reviews

92%

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A quiet farm campsite in the Scottish Borders with camping and shepherd's huts, not far from Berwick-upon-Tweed.

St Agnes Caravan Site, St Agnes, CornwallPlaceholder image
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St Agnes, Cornwall

4.85 /5

12 reviews

92%

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Peaceful caravan site with amazing coastal views, two miles from Cornish beaches.

Bôn Camping Certificated Site, Roch, Haverfordwest, PembrokeshirePlaceholder image
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Roch, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire

4.8 /5

6 reviews

83%

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Friendly, eco campsite with woodland and meadow pitches, private facilities on tent pitches, a yurt and bell tents.

Cae Main Shepherds Hut, Ruthin, DenbighshirePlaceholder image
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Ruthin, Denbighshire

4.98 /5

12 reviews

100%

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Adult only shepherd's hut with views over the Clwydian Range. Includes a TV, fire pit, WiFi and kitchenette!

Higher Bochym Caravan Motorhome and Camping Site, Mullion, Helston, CornwallPlaceholder image
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Mullion, Helston, Cornwall

4.97 /5

6 reviews

100%

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Peaceful touring site on the idyllic Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall, three miles from the South West Coastal Path.

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Wye Glamping, Velindre, Brecon, PowysPlaceholder image
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Velindre, Brecon, Powys

4.9 /5

4 reviews

100%

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Luxurious glamping with wood burners and private facilities set by a stream. Next door to the Brecon Beacons!

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FAQ

Yes, why not spend your evenings stargazing under the clearest of skies and head inside to a cosy bed or perhaps even a hot tub! Check out all dark skies glamping here.

Of course! Scotland has some beautiful scenery and as such some of the clearest skies in the UK. Have a look at all the Dark Sky campsites in Scotland here.

Yes, home to some of the recognised dark sky national parks, Snowdonia and the Brecon Beacons but there are also many other areas with Dark Sky campsites in Wales, see more here.

There are many UK national parks that have been awarded Dark Sky Reserve status. Popular national parks, such as the North York Moors, Yorkshire Dales, Snowdonia, the Brecon Beacons, Exmoor and the South Downs have all been named Dark Sky Reserves. Northumberland is an area that has the most recognition as being a Gold Tier International Dark Sky Park.

Watching the skies come alive with billions of stars, that's one of the best things about camping. Dark sky camping is pitching your tent far from light pollution to allow you to appreciate the 'dark skies'. You'll find plenty of incredible locations with minimal light pollution in the UK. See all dark sky campsites here.