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!

115 dark Sky campsites

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Colliford Lake Hotel and Holiday Site, St Neot, Liskeard, Cornwall

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Colliford Lake Hotel and Holiday Site

St Neot, Liskeard, Cornwall

Enjoy dark skies and views overlooking Colliford Lake from spacious pitches. Family and dog friendly too!

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Tonnau r Mor

Abersoch, Gwynedd

Family and dog friendly camping and touring, a ten minute walk from the coast. Five minutes from Abersoch village.

Drumroamin Farm Caravan and Camping Site, Kirkinner, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway

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Drumroamin Farm Caravan and Camping Site

Kirkinner, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway

A family run site with views of Wigtown Bay, set close to the Scottish coastline. Dog friendly.

Dolau Afon Holidays, Llanafan, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion

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Dolau Afon Holidays

Llanafan, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion

Dog friendly camping site in the Cambrian mountains, nestled in a designated Dark Sky area.

Lathkill Dale Campground, Monyash, Bakewell, Derbyshire

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Lathkill Dale Campground

Monyash, Bakewell, Derbyshire

Ideally located deep in the Peak District National Park, a peaceful setting, secluded pitches and a village pub.

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Holden Farm Camping, Alresford, Hampshire

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Holden Farm Camping

Alresford, Hampshire

Welcome to a traditional campsite on a working farm at the western gateway of the South Downs National Park.

Westermill Farm Campsite, Minehead, Somerset

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Westermill Farm Campsite

Minehead, Somerset

A secluded, hidden valley campsite in the Centre of Exmoor National Park on a 500 acre working farm.

Beacon Fell View Holiday Village, Longridge, Preston, Lancashire

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Beacon Fell View Holiday Village

Longridge, Preston, Lancashire

30-acre dog-friendly touring park with breathtaking views of the Ribble Valley and Lakes.

Colliford Lake Park Campsite, St Neot, Liskeard, Cornwall

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Colliford Lake Park Campsite

St Neot, Liskeard, Cornwall

With exclusive views across Colliford Lake immerse yourself in nature and experience wild camping on Bodmin Moor.

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The Gorfanc Hideaway

Caersws, Powys

Wild and simple camping with camp fires, in the heart of the Mid-Wales countryside.

Long Meadow Certificated Location, Brendon, Lynton, Devon

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Long Meadow Certificated Location

Brendon, Lynton, Devon

Small adult only and dog friendly riverside touring site. Just a five minute drive to the coast!

Wild Northumberland Glamping, Hexham, Northumberland

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Wild Northumberland Glamping

Hexham, Northumberland

Idyllic glamping site with deluxe pods set on the edge of Northumberland National Park, with views of the Cheviots.

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The Gather

Tarbert, Argyll

Pod glamping with stunning 360 degree views and dark skies, complete with onsite cafe/bar and artisan shop.

Wild Rose Holiday Park, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria

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Wild Rose Holiday Park

Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria

Holiday park set in the heart of the Cumbrian Valley with onsite swimming pool, restaurant, bar, café and gym.

Romany Wagon Retreat, Rhydlewis, Ceredigion

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Romany Wagon Retreat

Rhydlewis, Ceredigion

Woodland glamping in a 1920s Romany wagon with a private cabin, hammock and riverside setting. Dog friendly.

FAQ

Can you go glamping in Dark Sky areas?

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.

Are there Dark Sky campsites in Scotland?

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.

Are there Dark Sky campsites in Wales?

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.

Where are the best dark skies in the UK?

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.

What is dark sky camping?

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.