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!
719 waterside campsites
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Dolbryn Caravan and Campsite
Newcastle Emlyn, Carmarthenshire
A dog and family friendly haven of peace and tranquillity, situated in the heart of beautiful West Wales.
Leekworth Caravan and Camping Park
Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham
Adult only camping and touring site, set beside the North Pennines AONB and River Tees for excellent fishing.
Masons Campsite
Appletreewick, Skipton, North Yorkshire
Riverside camping and chic glamping in the glorious Yorkshire Dales. Dogs welcome and fishing on site.
Watertop Farm
Ballycastle, Antrim
Rural escapism just a stone's throw from the dramatic North Coast in the stunning Glens of Antrim.
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.
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Benson Waterfront
Wallingford, Oxfordshire
A relaxing haven along the River Thames near Oxford, with boating and boat hire from the site, plus a cafe.
Long Beach Campsite Knoydart
Knoydart, Highlands
Back to basics, bargain accommodation in Knoydart with wild camping, a millionaire's view and fishing.
Carney Pools
Wolseley Bridge, Stafford, Staffordshire
Family-friendly camping and touring on the edge of Cannock Chase, with glamping bell tents and coarse fishing.
Flodabay Farm Motorhome and Caravan Park
Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides
A wild natural location with stunning views and wildlife by two of the Isle of Harris' secluded lochs.
Glanusk Caravan Park
Crickhowell, Powys
Peaceful pitches on the estate's stunning parkland, set in the Brecon Beacons. Fabulous walking and cycling.
Park Foot Holiday Park
Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria
Dog friendly touring caravan and camping pitches in the Lake District, close to Ullswater and the Eden Valley.
Yurts at Lower Marsh Farm
Saltash, Cornwall
Peaceful glamping yurts set within an Area of Outstanding National Beauty by Saltash, on the River Tamar.
Red Kite Touring Park
Llanidloes, Powys
A 5 star family owned touring park, welcoming adults and dogs in the historic Clywedog Valley, near the Severn Way.
Firbank Park
Aboyne, Aberdeenshire
A small, peaceful touring site located in the Cairngorms National Park, 20 minutes from Balmoral Castle.
Wild With Nature
Shropham, Attleborough, Norfolk
Luxury lakeside ensuite shepherd's huts with hot tubs, plus cosy yurts. Wild swimming and paddle boarding onsite!
Cringoed Holiday Park
Llanbrynmair, Machynlleth, Powys
Cringoed is located in the heart of Mid-Wales, a perfect location for exploring the lakes, mountains and coast.
Dolau Afon Holidays
Llanafan, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion
Dog friendly camping site with glamping trailer in the Cambrian mountains, nestled in a designated Dark Sky area.
Chegworth Mill Glamping
Harrietsham, Maidstone, Kent
Yurts and a shepherd's hut with private facilities and luxurious interiors set on a farm right by Leeds Castle.
Keepers Meadow
Oxnead, Norwich, Norfolk
A small glamping site with luxury bell tents, nestled in the woodland beside the River Bure in North Norfolk.
Shepreth Mill Camping and Caravan Site
Shepreth, Cambridgeshire
Touring and camping along a riverside, set on the Cambridgeshire - Hertfordshire border.
