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!
722 waterside campsites
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West Pinchbeck, Spalding, Lincolnshire
Top fishing and lakeside pitches in Lincolnshire countryside - a great base for Peterborough and King's Lynn.
Retford, Nottinghamshire
Riverside family friendly park close to Lincoln and Sherwood Forest, with two great nearby pubs to walk to!
Crymych, Pembrokeshire
Peaceful camping and glamping site on the banks of the River Nevern and just ten minutes drive from Newport beach.
Napton-on-the-Hill, Southam, Warwickshire
A secluded canal-side campsite neighbouring the pretty canals and waterways of Warwickshire.
Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire
Camping and touring on racecourse grounds with a raceday ticket included in the stay. 20 minute walk to Stratford.
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Holmrook, Cumbria
Family friendly camping in the heart of Eskdale. Ideal base for walkers.
Newcastle Emlyn, Carmarthenshire
A dog and family friendly haven of peace and tranquillity, situated in the heart of beautiful West Wales.
Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway
The only site in the Galloway Forest Park - the UK's first Dark Sky Park. Dog friendly with outstanding scenery.
Dingwall, Evanton, Highlands
Riverside site with fully serviced pitches and camping pods. Five minutes from a pub and 30 minutes to Inverness.
Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham
Adult only camping and touring site, set beside the North Pennines AONB and River Tees for excellent fishing.
Llwyncelyn, Aberaeron, Ceredigion
Camping and touring with a private hot tub right on the pitch, in the heart of Cardigan Bay.
Appletreewick, Skipton, North Yorkshire
Riverside camping and chic glamping in the glorious Yorkshire Dales. Dogs welcome and fishing on site.
Ballycastle, Antrim
Rural escapism just a stone's throw from the dramatic North Coast in the stunning Glens of Antrim.
Attleborough, Norfolk
32 acres of family fun with an onsite assault course, café and great variety of pitches.
Stithians Lake, Redruth, Cornwall
Set on the edge of Stithians Lake, The Golden Lion, offers an outstanding location to pitch up and camp.
Hilperton, Wiltshire
Rural and family friendly camping site on a working farm set just a 15 minute stroll from Kennet and Avon Canal.
Wallingford, Oxfordshire
A relaxing haven along the River Thames near Oxford, with boating and boat hire from the site, plus a cafe.
Knoydart, Highlands
Back to basics, bargain accommodation in Knoydart with wild camping, a millionaire's view and fishing.
Pulloxhill, Bedfordshire
Sleeping seven, a luxurious safari lodge with a spacious private deck and waterside setting.
Wolseley Bridge, Stafford, Staffordshire
Family-friendly camping and touring on the edge of Cannock Chase, with glamping bell tents and coarse fishing.
