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Wild swimming campsites

It's the kind of unique back-to-nature experience that goes with camping! Book a spot at one of these wild swimming campsites and you'll find a cool lake, river or maybe even waterfall close by where you can take the perfect dip.

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75 wild swimming campsites

Cae Du Campsite, Beddgelert, GwyneddPlaceholder image
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Cae Du Campsite

Beddgelert, Gwynedd

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4.79 /5

207 reviews

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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


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Woodside Country Park

Ledbury, Herefordshire

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4.64 /5

38 reviews

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A gloriously rural setting, 25 acres of grounds for relaxed dog friendly stays by the Malvern Hills and Wye Valley.


Pitches: 40 x Cider Mill Field Electric Grass Pitches, 2 x Family Camping Pods (Dog Friendly)


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Beacons Bluff Escapes

Erwood, Builth Wells, Powys

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4.94 /5

25 reviews

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Ensuite glamping pods, some with hot tubs, plus a lake for swimming and kayaking. Just 20 minutes from Hay-on-Wye!


Pitches: 3 x Ensuite Glamping Pods (Dog Friendly), 3 x Ensuite Glamping Pods with Wood-Fired Hot Tubs (Dog Friendly)


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Nantcol Waterfalls

Llanbedr, Gwynedd

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4.89 /5

164 reviews

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Camping, touring and glamping in Snowdonia. Home to waterfalls and a river to swim in. Ideal for walkers!

2025 Camping & Glamping Award Winner
2025 Outstanding Sites list

Pitches: 62 x Grass Camping Pitches, 18 x Grass Touring Pitches


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Bonnie Park

Bonchester Bridge, Scottish Borders

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4.87 /5

65 reviews

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Peaceful, riverside campsite just a five minute walk from the village pub. Family and dog friendly too.

2025 Camping & Glamping Award Runner up
2025 Outstanding Sites list

Pitches: 4 x Riverside Electric Hardstanding Pitches (16 amp), 5 x Non Electric Grass Pitches


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Red Squirrel Campsite

Glencoe, Highlands

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4.83 /5

120 reviews

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Beautifully rugged campsite surrounded by mountain views, with the River Coe flowing past.


100 x Non Electric Wild Pitches

x 12


Shieldaig Camping and Cabins, Shieldaig, Strathcarron, HighlandsPlaceholder image
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Shieldaig Camping and Cabins

Shieldaig, Strathcarron, Highlands

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Waterside 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)


Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park, Bala, GwyneddPlaceholder image
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4.74 /5

50 reviews

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Spacious park with private access onto Bala Lake (Llyn Tegid) perfect for water sports and boasts fantastic views.


Pitches: 23 x Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 30 x Hardstanding Pitches


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Cornish Tipi Holidays

St Kew, Port Isaac, Cornwall

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4.6 /5

21 reviews

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88%

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Peaceful camping and glamping tipis, five minutes to the beach. Secluded lake for fishing or swimming, plus a cafe!


Pitches: 25 x Grass Tent Pitches (Meadow), 18 x Grass Campervan Pitches (Meadow)


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Fields End Water

Doddington, March, Cambridgeshire

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4.78 /5

28 reviews

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93%

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Open all year, this is a 5 star, adult only, dog friendly park with two well stocked fishing lakes in the Fens.


Pitches: 11 x Fully Serviced Grass Pitches (Paddock), 6 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches (Paddock)


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Maker Camping

Millbrook, Torpoint, Cornwall

Semi-wild campsite, a 20 minute walk from the coast and beach. Onsite cafe, restaurant, cocktail bar and gallery!


Pitches: 10 x Bunker Field Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 80 x Moor View Non Electric Grass Pitches


Whitemills Wake and Aqua Park, Sandwich, KentPlaceholder image
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Family friendly camping and ensuite cabins with an aqua park, restaurant, sauna, and more! Ten minutes to beaches.


Pitches: 20 x Electric Grass Pitches, 6 x Ensuite Cabins


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Marina Bay Holiday Park

Peterhead, Aberdeenshire

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4.65 /5

28 reviews

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Family and dog friendly park set along an award-winning Lido beach for swimming. Onsite play area, shop and cafe!


Pitches: 17 x Hardstanding Touring Pitches, 2 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches


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Drybeck Farm

Carlisle, Cumbria

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4.45 /5

53 reviews

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91%

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Peaceful camping and glamping in the Eden Valley. Wild swimming, stunning views and hot tubs too! Dog friendly.


Pitches: 10 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 2 x Wooden Cabins with Hot Tubs (Dog Friendly)


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Locksters Pool Camping

Clifford, Hereford, Herefordshire

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4.72 /5

57 reviews

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Campsite by the River Wye with wild swimming and a canoe/SUP launch. Just ten minutes from the Brecon Beacons.


Pitches: 42 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 4 x Non Electric Grass Pitch (Couples Only)


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Graig Wen

Dolgellau, Gwynedd

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4.82 /5

23 reviews

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96%

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Small and tranquil Snowdonia glamping and camping site with direct access to the Mawddach Estuary and cycle trail.


Pitches: 3 x Hardstanding Touring Pitches (Optional Electric), Lower Valley View Pitch


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Stud Farm

Telscombe, Lewes, East Sussex

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4.7 /5

60 reviews

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97%

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Peaceful back to basics camping, just off the South Downs Way and a 20-30 minute walk to the beach.


25 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

x 6

6m x 7m


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The Original Hut Company

Bodiam, Robertsbridge, East Sussex

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4.62 /5

12 reviews

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90%

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Camping and Shepherd's Huts on a 200 acre farm. Onsite watersports and a cafe serving food, drink and cocktails!


Pitches: 50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 8 x Shepherd's Hut


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Loch Awe Camping Pods

Taynuilt, Argyll

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4.8 /5

17 reviews

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Cosy camping pods with stunning views of Loch Awe and the mountains. Next door to a cafe, shop and pub!


Pitches: 4 x Camping Pods (Sleeps Four, Dog Friendly), 2 x Camping Pods (Sleeps Two, Dog Friendly)


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Rosneath Castle Caravan Park

Helensburgh, Argyll

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4.84 /5

25 reviews

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100%

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Family friendly park with views of Gare Loch and an onsite bar/restaurant, kids fun zone and live entertainment!

2025 Winner of Best Family Campsite Highlands and Argyll

19 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches

x 8

9.5m x 5m


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FAQ

Searching for a nature-intensive getaway? Look no further! These back-to-basics sites focus on natural surroundings and the traditional camping experience.

Wild swimming is the practice of swimming in natural bodies of water, such as lakes or rivers, rather than swimming pools. One of the many wonderful ways of enjoying the world around you!

It's good to be prepared before you take a dip! Remember to check the current, depth and temperature of the water before diving in - a safe swim is a fun swim.

The Peak District and the Lake District are both excellent locations to safely explore the surrounding lakes and rivers.