Waterside campsites
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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!

750 waterside campsites

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Boathouse Farm Camping, Isfield, East SussexBoathouse Farm Camping, Isfield, East SussexPlaceholder image
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Boathouse Farm Camping

Isfield, East Sussex

Relaxed camping for all on an organic working farm in the heart of Sussex, situated alongside the River Ouse.

Snowdonia Parc Campsite, Caernarfon, GwyneddSnowdonia Parc Campsite, Caernarfon, GwyneddPlaceholder image
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Snowdonia Parc Campsite

Caernarfon, Gwynedd

Dog friendly site beside the Snowdonia National Park with mountain views. Onsite pub, microbrewery and beer garden.

Brooklyn Grange Farm, Leek, StaffordshireBrooklyn Grange Farm, Leek, StaffordshirePlaceholder image
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Brooklyn Grange Farm

Leek, Staffordshire

Wild camping set in a stunning location looking over the Peak District and fishing pools. Farm shop onsite.

Highgate Farm Caravan Park, Runham, Great Yarmouth, NorfolkHighgate Farm Caravan Park, Runham, Great Yarmouth, NorfolkPlaceholder image
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Highgate Farm Caravan Park

Runham, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

Peaceful, friendly, family run park with electric pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes. Dogs welcome.

Bluebell Retreat Glamping, Malvern Hills, Malvern, WorcestershireBluebell Retreat Glamping, Malvern Hills, Malvern, WorcestershirePlaceholder image
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Bluebell Retreat Glamping

Malvern Hills, Malvern, Worcestershire

Glamping site with pods and a shepherd's hut by a wildlife pond. Near the Malvern Hills, ten minutes to Worcester.

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Highburn House Country Holiday Park, Wooler, NorthumberlandHighburn House Country Holiday Park, Wooler, NorthumberlandPlaceholder image
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Camping and touring site in the shadow of the Cheviot Hills, 25 minutes from Holy Island Causeway.

Wild in Style, Eden Valley, Penrith, CumbriaWild in Style, Eden Valley, Penrith, CumbriaPlaceholder image
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Wild in Style

Eden Valley, Penrith, Cumbria

Go glamping with a bedroom in the woods and Lake District views to die for.

Whitemills Wake and Aqua Park, Sandwich, KentWhitemills Wake and Aqua Park, Sandwich, KentPlaceholder image
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Family friendly camping and glamping by an aqua park with restaurant, sauna, and more! 20 minutes from Canterbury.

Lakeside Camping at the Golden Lion Inn, Stithians Lake, Redruth, CornwallLakeside Camping at the Golden Lion Inn, Stithians Lake, Redruth, CornwallPlaceholder image
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Lakeside Camping at the Golden Lion Inn

Stithians Lake, Redruth, Cornwall

Set on the edge of Stithians Lake, The Golden Lion, offers an outstanding location to pitch up and camp.

Glanusk Caravan Park, Crickhowell, PowysGlanusk Caravan Park, Crickhowell, PowysPlaceholder image
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Glanusk Caravan Park

Crickhowell, Powys

Peaceful pitches on the estate's stunning parkland, set in the Brecon Beacons. Fabulous walking and cycling.

Tudor Caravan and Camping Park, Slimbridge, Gloucester, GloucestershireTudor Caravan and Camping Park, Slimbridge, Gloucester, GloucestershirePlaceholder image
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Tudor Caravan and Camping Park

Slimbridge, Gloucester, Gloucestershire

Peaceful site beautifully located along the Gloucester-Sharpness canal, a five minute walk from WWT Slimbridge.

Rivermill Touring Caravan and Camping Park, Ramsey, Huntingdon, CambridgeshireRivermill Touring Caravan and Camping Park, Ramsey, Huntingdon, CambridgeshirePlaceholder image
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Rivermill Touring Caravan and Camping Park

Ramsey, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

Tranquil pitches with fishing, set close to the Fens' countryside. Dog friendly with cosy shepherd's huts to try.

Yurts at Lower Marsh Farm, Saltash, CornwallYurts at Lower Marsh Farm, Saltash, CornwallPlaceholder image
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Yurts at Lower Marsh Farm

Saltash, Cornwall

Peaceful glamping yurts set within an Area of Outstanding National Beauty by Saltash, on the River Tamar.

Hidden Retreat Glamping, Consett, County DurhamHidden Retreat Glamping, Consett, County DurhamPlaceholder image
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Hidden Retreat Glamping

Consett, County Durham

Two luxury glamping pods with private hot tubs, situated in a rural setting on the banks of the River Derwent.

Lake View Yurts, Barrow Street, Mere, WiltshireLake View Yurts, Barrow Street, Mere, WiltshirePlaceholder image
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Lake View Yurts

Barrow Street, Mere, Wiltshire

Secluded, family friendly yurt with idyllic countryside views. Nestled on the Wiltshire, Dorset, Somerset border.

Secret Valley Escapes, Holmfirth, West YorkshireSecret Valley Escapes, Holmfirth, West YorkshirePlaceholder image
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Secret Valley Escapes

Holmfirth, West Yorkshire

Two safari tents boasting views over a 10 acre valley, set on the edge of the Peak District. Free onsite fishing.

Irongorge Camping, Coalbrookdale, Telford, ShropshireIrongorge Camping, Coalbrookdale, Telford, ShropshirePlaceholder image
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Irongorge Camping

Coalbrookdale, Telford, Shropshire

Small, tranquil, family friendly campsite welcoming tents, glamping and a campervan. Open all year.

Ynysfaen Camping and Glamping, Trecastle, Brecon, PowysYnysfaen Camping and Glamping, Trecastle, Brecon, PowysPlaceholder image
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Ynysfaen Camping and Glamping

Trecastle, Brecon, Powys

Tranquil and family friendly site offering camping and glamping, with excellent facilities next to the Usk river.

Walcot Hall Camp Site and Caravan Park, Lydbury North, ShropshireWalcot Hall Camp Site and Caravan Park, Lydbury North, ShropshirePlaceholder image
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Peaceful, family friendly tent and touring camping site behind the Powis Arms pub. Dogs welcome.

Snowdonia Glamping Holidays, Betws-Y-Coed, ConwySnowdonia Glamping Holidays, Betws-Y-Coed, ConwyPlaceholder image
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Snowdonia Glamping Holidays

Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy

Beautiful, completely private shepherds' huts in the heart of Snowdonia National Park, private onsite sauna.

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Campsites in The Broads, the Lake District and Dorset are amongst the most popular.

Top watersports destinations include campsites near Kielder Water, Carsington Water, Rutland Water and Cotswold Water Park.

An excellent selection of campsites are located in easy reach of the UK's 4000+ miles of navigable canals. Browse our selection of campsites near canals here. Find campsites near Grand Union Canal here.

From kids clubs to bush ranger sessions, archery, water-based activities and more - around 1 in 5 campsites and holiday parks offer activities. Choose from our selection here.