Waterside campsites
If you're bringing a boat, keen for some canoeing or just looking for tranquil views and a lovely setting, these lakeside campsites are just the ticket. Campsites near water are often teeming with wildlife and birds to spot and you can head to the shores at sunset to watch the sky light up and skim stones into the pretty canal, river or lake. See if our tempting selection of waterside campsites can really float your boat!
726 waterside campsites
The Church House Inn
Torver, Coniston, Cumbria
65 reviews
94%
would recommend
Ensuite glamping pod with a hot tub within the Lake District. By ancient woodland, five minutes to Coniston Water.
Ensuite Glamping Pod with Hot Tub (Dog Friendly)
53 reviews
100%
would recommend
Camping, glamping and touring site in Dartmoor National Park, by the River Tavy. Five minutes to Tavistock.
Pitches: 16 x Electric Grass Pitches (Riverside), 6 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches
Wern Mill Caravan Park
New Quay, Ceredigion
109 reviews
98%
would recommend
Quiet family and dog friendly park, five minutes to New Quay. A ten minute walk to Cei Bach beach and Cardigan Bay.
Pitches: 23 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches, 4 x Large Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Orcaber Farm Caravan and Camping Park
Austwick, Settle, North Yorkshire
165 reviews
97%
would recommend
Family run caravan and campsite in the Yorkshire Dales with panoramic views. Onsite shop, take away and dog walk!
Pitches: 20 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Touring Pitches, 100 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Little Acre Camping
Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria
237 reviews
100%
would recommend
Adult only (16+) site, two minutes from the M6, great for the Lakes or Dales. Just a five minute walk from a pub.
Pitches: 15 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches, 7 x Electric Grass Tent Pitches
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87 reviews
99%
would recommend
Award-winning family campsite with an onsite pond and paddleboarding available. Set by the North Coast 500 route.
Pitches: 15 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches, 3 x Camping Pods
15 reviews
93%
would recommend
Family holiday park with a swimming pool, play areas, fishing, pets' corner and cafe. Only 15 minutes to the beach!
Pitches: 25 x Electric Grass Pitches, 2 x Cosy Cabins
106 reviews
99%
would recommend
Award winning family and dog friendly campsite nestled in the foothills of Snowdon. A two minute walk from a pub.
Pitches: 20 x Electric Grass Touring Pitches, 20 x Grass Tent Pitches (Optional Electric)
33 reviews
94%
would recommend
Family friendly camping, touring and glamping. Onsite animals, fishing and crafts, 20 minutes from Bournemouth.
Pitches: 3 x Electric Grass Tent Pitches (Overview), 6 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches (Centre Point)
90 reviews
98%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly camping and touring site on a sheep farm with sea views. A 20 minute walk to the beach!
Pitches: 26 x Electric Grass Pitches, 10 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Tyndrum Holiday Park
Tyndrum, Perthshire
129 reviews
95%
would recommend
Camping, touring and glamping on The West Highland Way with mountain and river views. Family and dog friendly!
Pitches: 55 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Touring Pitches, 10 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Willow Valley Holiday Park
Bush, Bude, Cornwall
44 reviews
95%
would recommend
Family friendly camping, touring and glamping, ten minutes to Bude town. Onsite laundry, a shop and a play area.
Pitches: 13 x Grass Pitches (Optional Electric - Middle Willow), 2 x Ensuite Lodges with Hot Tubs (Dog Friendly)
117 reviews
98%
would recommend
Peaceful, adult only lakeside touring with onsite fishing and seasonal bar. Just 20 minutes to Heacham South Beach.
75 x Optional Electric Grass Pitches
10m x 10m
54 reviews
93%
would recommend
Dog-friendly camping and glamping on the edge of Galloway Forest Park, with onsite watersports, too!
Pitches: 34 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 10 x Electric Grass and Gravel Pitches
Budle Bay Campsite
Belford, Northumberland
211 reviews
86%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly camping, touring and glamping huts and lodges. Five minute walk to Budle Bay and the coast!
Pitches: 5 x Medium Hardstanding Pitches (Optional Electric), 3 x Campervan Hardstanding/Grass Pitches (Optional Electric)
Cae Du Campsite
Beddgelert, Gwynedd
207 reviews
98%
would recommend
Camping and touring site at the foot of Snowdon with mountain views. A ten minute walk to Beddgelert village!
Pitches: 40 x Electric Hardstanding and Grass Pitches with Water, 48 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Shieldaig Camping and Cabins
Shieldaig, Strathcarron, Highlands
Highly ratedWaterside camping, touring and glamping. On the NC500 by Loch Shieldaig, a five minute walk to the local village.
Pitches: 20 x Hardstanding Pitches (Optional Electric), 5 x Grass Tent Pitches (Optional Electric)
Mercury Yacht Harbour and Holiday Park
Southampton, Hampshire
107 reviews
97%
would recommend
Family friendly park at a marina on the River Hamble with an onsite restaurant. Ten minutes to Southampton.
Pitches: 31 x Grass Pitches (Optional Electric), 3 x Marine Ensuite Glamping Lodges
Pennine View Park
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
54 reviews
96%
would recommend
Family-friendly site on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Onsite facilities include a bar, campers kitchen and shop!
Pitches: 18 x Electric Grass and Hardstanding Touring Pitches, 28 x Electric Hardstanding Touring Pitches
15 reviews
93%
would recommend
A peaceful and friendly family-run camping and touring park set close to the coast with large onsite games room.
Pitches: 4 x Extra Large Grass Pitch, 9 x Standard Grass Pitches
