Back to basics campsites
Pack only the essentials and discover the outdoors with an authentic camping trip, where it'll become obvious just how little you need to relax. Back to basics camping pitches swap any glitz and glam for added adventure!
413 back to basics campsites
Etherley Farm
Ockley, Dorking, Surrey
4.82 /5
28 reviews
96%
would recommend
Back to basics camping allowing campfires, with a lovely well-stocked farm shop, nestled away in the Surrey Hills.
Ocknell Campsite
Fritham, Hampshire
4.78 /5
18 reviews
89%
would recommend
Back to basics camping and touring in the New Forest. Surrounded by free roaming wildlife and walking trails.
Walltree House Camping
Brackley, Northamptonshire
4.77 /5
44 reviews
91%
would recommend
Countryside camping and bell tent glamping in a charming setting surrounded by nature. Next to Hinton Airfield.
Cosy Camping Suffolk
Bucklesham, Ipswich, Suffolk
4.83 /5
31 reviews
97%
would recommend
Tent camping and luxury glamping with private facilities. Within 15 minutes of Ipswich and Felixstowe beaches.
Lepe Beach Campsite
Exbury, Hampshire
4.67 /5
75 reviews
96%
would recommend
Enjoy stunning views of the Solent at this back-to-basics family campsite, located just 150 yards from Lepe Beach.
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Star Field Camping and Glamping
Cranbrook, Kent
4.56 /5
20 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful, family run eco site offering camping and glamping in the High Weald AONB. Dog and family friendly.
Barley Fields Camping
Holt, Norfolk
4.68 /5
47 reviews
96%
would recommend
Family friendly camping and touring park in rural Norfolk, just ten minutes from the coast.
Little Oak Camping
Retford, Nottinghamshire
4.83 /5
22 reviews
100%
would recommend
A tranqil and secluded family-friendly campsite on the outskirts of the market town of Retford, Nottinghamshire.
Locksters Pool Camping
Clifford, Hereford, Herefordshire
4.69 /5
46 reviews
96%
would recommend
Campsite by the River Wye with wild swimming and a canoe/SUP launch. On a farm ten minutes from the Brecon Beacons.
Park Farm Campsite
Braydon , Malmesbury, Wiltshire
4.84 /5
33 reviews
100%
would recommend
Working farm with back-to-basic pitches and a bell tent, boasting countryside views. 15 minutes from the Cotswolds.
Muddycreek Campsite
Milford on Sea, Hampshire
4.84 /5
28 reviews
96%
would recommend
A relaxed site with good old fashioned campfire camping in the New Forest, perfect for a family getaway
Higher Culloden Farm
Camelford, Cornwall
Highly ratedFamily-friendly pods and tents on an idyllic hands-on farm, 15 minutes from the coast. Campfires welcome.
Rowbury Farm Camping
Goodworth Clatford, Andover, Hampshire
5 /5
4 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful family-friendly campsite in a wildflower meadow with glorious views, situated in beautiful Test Valley.
Berry's Ground Lane Campsite
Barnstaple, Devon
4.82 /5
11 reviews
100%
would recommend
Almost wild camping in Exmoor National Park on the North Devon Coast with fantastic sea views. Dog friendly.
Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
Borth, Ceredigion
4.83 /5
12 reviews
100%
would recommend
Eco camping and glamping site surrounded by newly planted woodland. Close to the coast, 15 minutes to Aberystwyth!
Trelay Campsite
St Gennys, Bude, Cornwall
4.87 /5
12 reviews
100%
would recommend
Eco family and dog friendly campsite on a 32 acre small holding. Five minutes from the beach, 15 minutes to Bude.
Heronsdale Manor Farm Campsite
Waldron, Heathfield, East Sussex
4.89 /5
13 reviews
92%
would recommend
Back to nature family camping and touring in the Sussex countryside. Dog friendly and campfires allowed.
Stablefell Campsite
Raydale, Marsett, North Yorkshire
4.86 /5
71 reviews
94%
would recommend
Peaceful site for tents and optional tipis in the Yorkshire Dales with panoramic views, close to Lake Semerwater.
Ffynnonddewi Camping
Solva, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire
4.89 /5
14 reviews
100%
would recommend
Tranquil, back-to-basics site on the St David's Peninsula just 15 minutes from Newgale beach.
Atlantic Horizons
Eastcott, Bude, Cornwall
4.75 /5
19 reviews
94%
would recommend
Countryside glamping and camping, with bell tents, a tipi, shepherd's hut and more. Close to Bude and beaches.
