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If you've never seen the full brightness of the Milky Way, these are the holiday spots for you. Tucked close to the UK's designated Dark Sky Sites, from wild forests to national parks, they are a stargazer's paradise and totally free from light pollution. Grab your binoculars and watch the heavens put on a show at these Dark Sky campsites!

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123 dark Sky campsites

Parkgate Farm Holidays, Irton, Holmrook, CumbriaParkgate Farm Holidays, Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria
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Parkgate Farm Holidays

Irton, Holmrook, Cumbria

4.94 /5

58 reviews

100%

would recommend

Small, family camping and glamping site with stunning views in the Lake District. Ten minutes from beaches too.

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Winner
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Haw Wood Farm Caravans and Camping, Saxmundham, SuffolkHaw Wood Farm Caravans and Camping, Saxmundham, Suffolk
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Haw Wood Farm Caravans and Camping

Saxmundham, Suffolk

4.89 /5

83 reviews

96%

would recommend

Family friendly site with a shop, cafe, playground and dog walking meadow. Ten minutes to the coast!

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Winner
2024 Outstanding Sites list
Woodfire Camping, Graffham, Petworth, West SussexWoodfire Camping, Graffham, Petworth, West Sussex
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Woodfire Camping

Graffham, Petworth, West Sussex

4.88 /5

16 reviews

94%

would recommend

Unique off-grid foodie site with homemade gastro dining experiences. Family and dog friendly in the South Downs!

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Winner
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Hensol Estate Holidays, Mossdale, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and GallowayHensol Estate Holidays, Mossdale, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway
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Hensol Estate Holidays

Mossdale, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway

4.85 /5

33 reviews

94%

would recommend

Dog-friendly camping and glamping on the edge of Galloway Forest Park, with onsite watersports and fishing too!

2024 Runner up of Best Campsite Central and Lowland Scotland
Cwmdu Campsite, Crickhowell, PowysCwmdu Campsite, Crickhowell, Powys
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Cwmdu Campsite

Crickhowell, Powys

4.83 /5

184 reviews

96%

would recommend

Camping, touring and glamping site in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Dogs and fire pits welcome!

2024 Winner of Best Campsite Mid Wales

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Watermouth Valley Camping Park, Ilfracombe, DevonWatermouth Valley Camping Park, Ilfracombe, Devon
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Watermouth Valley Camping Park

Ilfracombe, Devon

4.88 /5

149 reviews

96%

would recommend

Family friendly camping park with breathtaking sea views by Exmoor. Access via cliff steps to golden sandy beaches!

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Runner up
2024 Outstanding Sites list
Ty Cochyn Caravan and Campsite, Holyhead, AngleseyTy Cochyn Caravan and Campsite, Holyhead, Anglesey
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Ty Cochyn Caravan and Campsite

Holyhead, Anglesey

4.81 /5

40 reviews

100%

would recommend

Adult only (21+) touring site with sea views, a 30 minute walk to the beach. Dog friendly with an exercise field!

2024 Overall winner of Best Newcomer Award
Howgill Lodge, Bolton Abbey, Skipton, North YorkshireHowgill Lodge, Bolton Abbey, Skipton, North Yorkshire
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Howgill Lodge

Bolton Abbey, Skipton, North Yorkshire

4.8 /5

100 reviews

97%

would recommend

Family run park in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales with views across Wharfedale. Onsite coffee shop and alpacas!

2024 Runner up of Best Campsite North East England
Budle Bay Campsite, Belford, NorthumberlandBudle Bay Campsite, Belford, Northumberland
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Budle Bay Campsite

Belford, Northumberland

4.22 /5

94 reviews

82%

would recommend

Family and dog friendly camping, touring and glamping huts. Just a five minute walk from Budle Bay and the coast!

Low Greenside Farm Campsite, Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, CumbriaLow Greenside Farm Campsite, Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
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Low Greenside Farm Campsite

Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria

4.93 /5

90 reviews

97%

would recommend

Peaceful, friendly site with large pitches, scenic views and campfires. Central to the Lakes and Dales.

2024 Runner up of Best Campsite North West England
Stubcroft Farm Campsite, East Wittering, Chichester, West SussexStubcroft Farm Campsite, East Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex
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Stubcroft Farm Campsite

East Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex

4.86 /5

48 reviews

94%

would recommend

Award winning, traditional family-run site, a 20 minute walk from the beach. Ten minutes from East Wittering Beach.

Quantock Camping, West Bagborough, Taunton, SomersetQuantock Camping, West Bagborough, Taunton, Somerset
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Quantock Camping

West Bagborough, Taunton, Somerset

4.89 /5

21 reviews

100%

would recommend

A small family and dog friendly camping and glamping site, on the edge of the Quantocks.

Pineapple Farm Holidays , Salway Ash, Bridport, DorsetPineapple Farm Holidays , Salway Ash, Bridport, Dorset
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Pineapple Farm Holidays

Salway Ash, Bridport, Dorset

4.81 /5

56 reviews

95%

would recommend

Adult-only, dog friendly site with complimentary fire pits in the Dorset AONB, 15 minutes from Bridport and beach.

Grange Farm, Brighstone, Newport, Isle of WightGrange Farm, Brighstone, Newport, Isle of Wight
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Grange Farm

Brighstone, Newport, Isle of Wight

4.7 /5

81 reviews

95%

would recommend

A coastal rural campsite, right beside a quiet sandy and shingle beach and near the IOW's Brighstone Forest.

Crake Trees Manor, Penrith, CumbriaCrake Trees Manor, Penrith, Cumbria
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Crake Trees Manor

Penrith, Cumbria

4.92 /5

29 reviews

90%

would recommend

Camping and glamping pods in the wildflower meadows on an organic farm. In Yorkshire Dales, 15 minutes from Lakes.

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Lydford Caravan and Camping Park, Okehampton, DevonLydford Caravan and Camping Park, Okehampton, Devon
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Lydford Caravan and Camping Park

Okehampton, Devon

4.86 /5

23 reviews

100%

would recommend

A peaceful site nestled between Devon's coastlines just five minutes from waterfalls, with views of Dartmoor.

Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe, Whichford, Shipston-on-Stour, WarwickshireCotswolds Camping at Holycombe, Whichford, Shipston-on-Stour, Warwickshire
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Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

Whichford, Shipston-on-Stour, Warwickshire

4.7 /5

41 reviews

90%

would recommend

A magical space in the rolling Cotswolds, for quiet camping surrounded by nature. Airstream and yurt on site.

Bonnie Park, Bonchester Bridge, Scottish BordersBonnie Park, Bonchester Bridge, Scottish Borders
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Bonnie Park

Bonchester Bridge, Scottish Borders

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

Camping at Tomkins Farm, North Chailey, East SussexCamping at Tomkins Farm, North Chailey, East Sussex
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Camping at Tomkins Farm

North Chailey, East Sussex

4.71 /5

47 reviews

89%

would recommend

Surrounded by lovely walks through the Sussex countryside. Meet the sheep, alpacas and camels!

Canna Farm Campsite, Bugle, St Austell, CornwallCanna Farm Campsite, Bugle, St Austell, Cornwall
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Canna Farm Campsite

Bugle, St Austell, Cornwall

4.87 /5

11 reviews

100%

would recommend

Eco-friendly site nestled in the peaceful countryside in the heart of Cornwall. Ten minutes to the Eden Project.

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FAQ

Yes, why not spend your evenings stargazing under the clearest of skies and head inside to a cosy bed or perhaps even a hot tub! Check out all dark skies glamping here.
Of course! Scotland has some beautiful scenery and as such some of the clearest skies in the UK. Have a look at all the Dark Sky campsites in Scotland here.
Yes, home to some of the recognised dark sky national parks, Snowdonia and the Brecon Beacons but there are also many other areas with Dark Sky campsites in Wales, see more here.
There are many UK national parks that have been awarded Dark Sky Reserve status. Popular national parks, such as the North York Moors, Yorkshire Dales, Snowdonia, the Brecon Beacons, Exmoor and the South Downs have all been named Dark Sky Reserves. Northumberland is an area that has the most recognition as being a Gold Tier International Dark Sky Park.
Watching the skies come alive with billions of stars, that's one of the best things about camping. Dark sky camping is pitching your tent far from light pollution to allow you to appreciate the 'dark skies'. You'll find plenty of incredible locations with minimal light pollution in the UK. See all dark sky campsites here.