Short and sweet is the name of the game! They may only be open for a limited period, but these pop up campsites and exciting festival campsites pack a whole host of fun and camping in the sunshine into that time. Whether it's the countryside, the great atmosphere or the individual feel that you fancy - these sites offer one-of-a-kind camping in places you can't camp the rest of the year.
Sandford, Somerset
A tranquil family and pet friendly site in an AONB, set beside an activity centre with skiing, abseiling and more.
4.6 /5
Stelling Minnis, Canterbury, Kent
Off-grid family camping on a car-free meadow with spacious pitches, campfires and coffees in the morning.
4.9 /5
Taunton, Somerset
Small, friendly campsite in the heart of the Somerset Levels with plenty of walks nearby. Child and dog-friendly.
4.67 /5
Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Peaceful dog friendly site in a pretty village with countryside views. Just ten minutes from the Peak District.
4.49 /5
Corscombe, Dorchester, Dorset
Peaceful camping and glamping in the grounds of a 16th century Tudor manor, for lovers of nature and tranquillity.
4.75 /5
Hooke, Dorset
Two glamping bell tents, as well as a unique Iron Age round house and Saxon long house. All fully furnished.
4.58 /5
Crudgington, Telford, Shropshire
Family friendly off grid camping and glamping in idyllic woodland, just 25 minutes from Ironbridge and Shrewsbury.
5 /5
Hurn, Christchurch, Dorset
A family-run riverside campsite in Christchurch with excellent onsite facilities such as golf, café and a bar.
4.44 /5
Padstow, Cornwall
Family friendly, back to basics camping close to Cornwall's coast. Just a 15 minute drive to Padstow and beaches!
Netherfield, East Sussex
Rural farm with tents and campervan pitches in the High Weald AONB, near Hastings and Normans Bay. Bell tents too!
4.57 /5
West Ashton, Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Spacious grass pitches for tents on an organic family run farm, with views of the Westbury White Horse.
4.75 /5
Llandysul, Ceredigion
A peaceful organic farm in West Wales offering private camping pitches, retro glamping and an onsite farm shop.
Dartmouth, Devon
Family friendly, off-grid campsite on a working farm. Ten minutes from Blackpool Sands and Dartmouth.
Dorchester, Dorset
Small and peaceful rural campsite in the Dorset AONB, ten minutes from Dorchester. Dog friendly.
Hanmer, Whitchurch, Shropshire
Peaceful back to basics site with only eight pitches on 2.5 acres. Wild swimming is just a 10-minute walk away!
4.6 /5
Helston, Cornwall
Peaceful camping and bell tent pop up site. Five minutes to the beach and ten minutes from Mounts Bay.
4.67 /5
Cracoe, Skipton, North Yorkshire
Family-run, traditional site with spacious pitches set in a pretty village in the Dales. Next door to a pub!
4.84 /5
Norfolk, Hoveton, Norfolk
A great value family getaway on an award-winning farm and fun park. Friendly animals, rides, and so much more!
Ulverston, Cumbria
Back to basics dog friendly camping nestled on a beautiful part of Lake Windermere with fishing onsite.
4.42 /5
Sutton Heath , Woodbridge, Suffolk
Off grid, almost wild woodland camping. A hidden gem just ten minutes from Woodbridge town and the coast.
4.54 /5
Ash, Canterbury, Kent
Peaceful family and dog friendly site with onsite butchers, coffee and a top chef. Just 20 minutes to the beach!
4.84 /5
Horncastle, Lincolnshire
Simple rural campsite set in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds with countryside and church views. Dog friendly.
4.71 /5
Batcombe, Dorchester, Dorset
Off-grid camping offering grass pitches with wonderful views. Easy access to walking routes, Dorchester and more.
4.91 /5
Rudgwick, West Sussex
This peaceful site is only a short drive from a fishery and golf club - with plenty of activities for all to enjoy!
4.45 /5
Millom, Cumbria
Near wild camping on a peaceful site with views of the Duddon Estuary, at the edge of the Lake District.
4.96 /5
Monkscross, Callington, Cornwall
Pop-up site by Kit Hill with its country park and outstanding views. Explore the Tamar Valley, Dartmoor and more.
4.6 /5
St Mawgan, Cornwall
Small bell tent campsite in a meadow near to the gorgeous beaches of the North Coast of Cornwall.
Dorchester, Dorset
Family run site set in a 20 acre field on an organic farm within easy reach to the Purbeck Heritage coast.
4.69 /5
Wareham, Dorset
Fully furnished bell tents for families and couples on an equestrian farm. 15 minutes to the Jurassic Coast.
Bournemouth, Dorset
Bell tent glamping, set on the beautiful Parley Estate. Just 15 minutes from Bournemouth beach.
4.45 /5