Best UK Campsites for Families 2024

No matter what age your children are, camping is the perfect option for a family holiday. It offers plenty of fresh air, quality family time together and minimal screen time. Camping holidays can be an affordable option for families, packed full of adventure, star gazing, family fun and plenty of activities. We have listed some of our Best UK campsites for families for 2024

*Post contains affiliate links

Top UK Family Campsites For your camping trip

You may not have considered camping before, or you may already be seasoned campers, but honestly a camping holiday never fails to disappoint. Having camped for many years and experienced the joys of Eurocamp holidays in France, and caravan holidays as a child, we hoped to continue our love of camping holidays with our kids.

We soon purchased a T5 camper and converted our VW T5 to sleep a family of five, and the rest is history, we absolutely love vanlife with our kids. Over the years we have travelled around the UK and beyond and discovered some really amazing campsites for families in the UK (and beyond).

Wondering what you need to pack for your campervan? You may find my Campervan essentials and ultimate packing list useful!

Best family camping UK

Camping in the UK really is wonderful all year round, even during Autumn and Winter! If camping is really not your thing than glamping holidays are a great alternative. You can experience the fresh air and great outdoors combined with quality family time in warm and cosy glamping accommodation. Accommodation is often well insulated and heated, and is fully equipped for everything you need for your stay.

Best UK Campsites for Families

Whether you are looking for a campsites that are BEST for paddleboarding, campsites with a hot tub, campsites with epic sea views, or campsites that a dog friendly, there really is something for everyone.

Camping can be a great way to explore the UK, and there are LOADS of options ranging from off grid campsites (similar to wild camping experiences), to luxury campsite resorts with swimming pools and onsite family friendly activities. The UK has so much to offer, from great campsites in North Wales, amazing campsites in the Lake District or epic Scotland road trips!

Camping is a great budget option for families. So grab your sleeping bags, camping chairs, camping stove and enjoy the wonderful campsites that the UK has to offer. Here are some of the best UK campsites for families for 2024, handpicked by Otis and Us

Family Camping UK

One thing to mention is the weather can be unpredictable in the UK, remember to pack warm clothes, waterproof coats, and wellies or hiking boots. Do also check if the campsites are open all year round as some do close during the Winter months.

A few things to think about before you head off on your camping adventure

• Do you need sleeping bags? We love our coverless duvet for the campervan?
• Where will you eat? Are there pubs and restaurants nearby and supermarkets?
• Do you need additional chairs/high chairs etc? There are some great camping chairs for kids on the market.  Do you need an additional foldable camping table and bench for meal times?
• What activities do you have planned? Have you got rainy day activity options if the weather is poor?
• Have you made a packing list?
• Have you got road trip activities and toys for the kids?
• What facilities are there at the campsite, Do you need to pack a portable toilet or a  portable shower?

Best Family Campsites UK

Without further ado, here are the best places to camp with children in the UK. The campsites listed all have great facilities, are in brilliant locations and have plenty of nearby attractions that will keep the kids entertained!

Here are a selection of the BEST UK campsites for families.

Best Family Campsites in the Lake District

The Lake District is now a World Heritage Site, and is home to its highest mountain Scafell Pike and Wastwater – its deepest lake. There are so many things to do in the Lake District including family friendly hikes, water sports, swimming, cycle rides, and boat rides.

If you are thinking of where to camp in the Lake District then look no further. Here are the BEST campsites in the Lake District for families.

Coniston Park Coppice CLub Campsite, Lake District

Park Gate, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8LA

Perfect for families, Coniston Park Coppice is a Caravan and Motorhome Club campsite has access to Coniston Lake. The site is big, with good facilities. There is an adventure playground and the campsite is set in woodland. If you love water sports and perhaps have your own paddle board, kayak or dinghy you will love that Coniston lake is only a short stroll away from the campsite. There are cafes and pubs serving good food in the village around 1 mile away. This is one of the Lake District campsites open all year.

Coniston Park Coppice club campsite offers dog friendly camping, Lake District.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: yes
• Dogs welcome

To book Coniston Park Coppice.

Park Foot Holiday Park, Ullswater

Park Foot Caravan & Camping Park, Howtown Road, Pooley Bridge, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2NA

Looking for Ullswater camping? Park Foot Camping and Touring Park is set on the banks of Ullswater in the heart of the Lake District. Park Foot has its own beach and launching facilities and three camping fields, all with electric hook up points. Lakeside Field has access to Lake Ullswater. The campsite is suitable for tents, caravans, campervans and motor homes. Restaurant on-site.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: Lodges/holiday cottages available
• Dogs welcome

To book Park foot Holiday Park

Best Campsites in Wales

Wales has so much to offer and is a wonderful staycation destination. Whether you are looking for a relaxed coastal escape or an action packed adventure holiday, Wales really does have it all. If camping is not your thing then there are so many wonderful glamping holidays in Wales, eco friendly glamping to glamping pods to Wales Yurts!

If you’re looking for the best camping sites in Wales, then look no further – here are some of our best family campsites in Wales! You may also enjoy my post on our favourite campsites in North Wales too.

Llyn Gwynant Campsite, Snowdonia, North Wales

Click here to read our full review of Llyn Gwynant Campsite

Llyn Gwynant is a lake side campsite in the heart of Snowdonia. If you love your waterbased activities then this campsite is for you. There are so many local walks direct from the campsite and you can hire a boat here, or launch your own boat if you are camping. The campsite is one of our favourite campsites in North Wales, and a great campsite for families that has direct access to water.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: yes
• Dogs welcome

Willow Springs campsite, Afan Valley, South Wales

Willow Springs Campsite, Llwyn Y Ffynnon Farm, Glyncorrwg, Neath Port Talbot SA13 3DB

Willow Springs campsite is a small, eco-friendly campsite in the heart of the Afan Forest Park in Neath Port Talbot, South Wales. If you are looking for a quiet retreat, then this is the perfect campsite for you. This campsite offers a perfect base for an activity holiday in South Wales and is popular with outdoor enthusiasts as the area offers world class mountain biking, surfing and an abundance of trails and waterfalls.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: yes
• Dogs welcome

Fforest Fields Campsite, Mid Wales

Fforest Fields, Llandrindod Wells, LD1 5RT

Fforest Fields is a family run, award-winning campsite in the hills of mid Wales. The quiet campsite has a lake, beside the campsite, ideal for swimming, paddle boarding and kayaks. There are also plenty of hiking trails nearby. The campsite offers spacious pitches, being set on a 500-acre farm and also has glamping and holiday cottages available for families too.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: yes
• Dogs welcome

To book campsite

Nantcol Waterfalls Campsite, Snowdonia, North Wales

Click here for our Nantcol Waterfalls Campsite review.

Nantcol Waterfalls campsite is a family friendly campsite nestled at the foot of the rugged Rhinog mountain range yet just a couple of miles from golden sandy beaches. If you are looking for Snowdonia campsites with electric hook up and within walking distant to a pub, then you will love Nantcol Waterfalls Campsite. Set in the heart of Snowdonia, Nantcol Campsite offers quiet and unique camping near to Snowdonia waterfalls.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: yes
• Dogs welcome

Crugan Farm Llanbedrog, North Wales

Fferm Crugan Farm, Llanbedrog, Pwllheli, Gwynedd LL53 7NL

Situated on a working sheep and cattle farm, Crugan Farm is situated in Llanbedrog in North Wales, and offers a perfect base to explore the Llŷn Peninsula and nearby Snowdonia. The campsite is a short stroll to Llanbedrog beach (beach and campsite are dog friendly) and there are also glamping and self catering holiday cottages available too.

This is one of the many campsites with pubs nearby in North Wales as it is within walking distance of the village of Llanbedrog with two local pubs and a local convenience store too.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: yes
• Dogs welcome

To book Crugan Farm,

Family Campsites in Cornwall

Cornwall is renowned for its clotted cream, Cornish pasties, rugged beaches and endless hours of sunshine. It is not hard to see why Cornwall is a popular holiday destination and also a great option for a camping holiday. There are so many amazing Cornwall campsites to choose from. Are you looking for a Cornwall campsite near the beach? Or a quiet and small campsite in Cornwall that offers a peaceful break?

When considering family friendly campsites you want to have peace of mind that there are activities nearby to keep the kids entertained. So when it comes to the best family campsites in Cornwall, which campsites tick all the boxes?

Read on for the best family camping in Cornwall!

Trevellas Manor Farm Caravan and Campsite, Cornwall

Trevellas Manor Farm Campsite, Crosscombe, St Agnes, TR5 0XP

Trevellas Manor Farm is a family run campsites situated in the countryside, halfway between Perranporth and St Agnes. The campsite offers stunning views of the Cornish coastline and is a 10 minute walk to the picturesque Trevellas Porth which has a small beach.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: no
• Dogs welcome

Love Club Campsite, Cornwall

St Martin, Looe, Cornwall, PL13 1PB

Looe Club campsite is a Caravan and Motorhome Club site and is a great Cornwall campsite for families. It has a playground, tennis court, crazy golf and ball game area and views of Looe Bay too. Looe Club campsite offers access to the Cornwall Coastal Path and nearby is the Eden Project offering a great day out for all ages! 

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: no
• Dogs welcome

To book Looe Club Campsite, Cornwall

Trevalgan Touring Park, Cornwall

Trevalgan Touring Park, Trevalgan, St Ives, Cornwall TR26 3BJ

Trevalgan is a five star family camping and touring park in Cornwall offering stunning coastal and countryside views just two miles for St Ives. The award winning campsite is within walking distance of the beautiful South West Coast Path. There is loads here for the kids. This family friendly campsite in Cornwall offers an outdoor children’s play area, a large sports area for ball games and kite flying, and a games room.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: no
• Dogs welcome

To book this campsite and for more info

Best campsites in Scotland for families

We absolute love camping in Scotland and enjoyed an amazing road trip in the campervan – we returned last year island hopping around the Outer Hebrides. If you are thinking of planning a family holiday in Scotland there are some incredible campsites in Scotland and amazing places to go camping with kids. Alternative you could try glamping in Scotland or choose from some brilliant family-friendly accommodation or holiday parks.

Tantallon Caravan Park, Scotland

Tantallon Road, North Berwick, East Lothian, EH39 5NJ

Tantallon Caravan Park is a family owned park overlooking the Firth of Forth, with incredible views of the Bass Rock. Tantallon castle is nearby. The campsite has incredible sea views, and is close to the beach North Berwick and plenty of family friendly attractions including Archerfield Walled Garden.

This family friendly campsite in Scotland has a children’s play area, games room, 9 hole putting green on the park and is a short hop to Edinburgh. There are so many amazing things to do in Edinburgh with kids and this 4 star holiday park offers an ideal base to explore!

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: yes
• Dogs welcome

Sunnyside Croft, Arisaig, Scotland

2 Bunacaimb, Arisaig, Inverness-shire, PH39 4NT

Sunnyside croft campsite is a family run campsite in Scotland, nestled on the stunning West Highland coastline between Arisaig and Morar. This eco-friendly touring site is a quiet campsite with direct access to the beach.

Toilets: yes
Showers: yes
Drinking water: yes
Electric hook-up: yes
Glamping available: no
Dogs welcome

To book Sunnsyside Croft

North Ledaig Campsite, Oban, Scotland

Click here for our North Ledaig Campsite review

If you are looking for campsite near the Oban ferry terminal then North Ledaig is an ideal campsite. This

North Ledaig is a 30-acre park that is situated on a 2 mile sand and shingle beach on Ardmucknish Bay. and there are also sea front pitches but be quick – these are a first booked basis. This campsite is ideal if you are looking for camping with a paddleboard as it has direct access to a beach.

Toilets: yes
Showers: yes
Drinking water: yes
Electric hook-up: yes
Glamping available: no
Dogs welcome yes

To book this campsite

Croft No 2 Barra, Outer Hebrides

Read here for our Croft No 2 Barra review

We stayed at Croft No 2 Barra during our Outer Hebrides Road Trip last year and absolutely loved this small and secluded campsite. The campsite has grass pitches and is just 100m from a white sandy beach. It is a quiet and family friendly campsite and offers an ideal base to explore the Isle of Barra.

Toilets: yes
Showers: yes
Drinking water: yes
Electric hook-up: yes
Glamping available: no
Dogs welcome yes

Camusdarach Campsite, Scotland

Read our Camusdarach Campsite review here

We stayed here at the end of our Outer Hebrides road trip and in all honesty we could have stayed here all week. It is a lovely family friendly campsite with direct access to a beautiful beach. The sunsets are spectacular and if you are lucky you may see the neighbouring stag who wanders through the campsite in the evening!

Toilets: yes
Showers: yes
Drinking water: yes
Electric hook-up: yes
Glamping available: yes
Dogs welcome yes

Small shop on site

To book this campsite with Beach access

Best Family Campsites, Midlands

Looking for a family friendly campsite in the Midlands? Or even glamping in the Midlands? The Midlands offers a great central location in the middle of England. With so many different counties, there is so much to see and do, with loads to do to keep the family entertained. The Midlands is a fabulous destination for a camping or glamping holiday.

With this in mind here are some of the best campsites in the Midlands!

Chase camping

Tackeroo Location: Chase Camping, Tackeroo, Penkridge Bank Rd, Rugeley WS15 2UA

This campsite is situated in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Cannock Chase and listed in our post on the top campsites in Staffordshire. It is a no frills campsite with basic facilities open to tents, campervans and Caravans with their own chemical toilets. This is a campsite offers peace and tranquility and Cannock Chase as the perfect playground for kids, with free roaming wildlife including: Red Deer, Fallow Deer, Muntjac, Tawny Owls, Barn Owls, Buzzards, Fox and Rabbits.

• Toilets: no
• Showers: no
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: no
• Dogs welcome

The Old Vicarage at Elkesley Campsite

The Old Vicarage at Elkesley Campsite, The Old Vicarage, Twyford Lane, Elkesley, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8AS

The Old Vicarage at Elkesley Campsite offers a stunning setting of a 17th century house. The campsite pitches are located around the grounds, which run down to the banks of the tranquil River Poulter. For kids there is a zippier, stepping stones, a river swing and tubing on the river. Nearby there is the Sundown Adventureland and Robin Hood’s Sherwood Forest. This Midlands campsite is open all year.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: no
• Dogs welcome

Family Campsites Yorkshire

There are some amazing locations for family camping in Yorkshire.  If you are looking for a family campsite in Yorkshire then here is a selection of campsites in Yorkshire that are kids friendly and some that are dog friendly too. Have you considered glamping in Yorkshire?

Humble Bee Farm, Yorkshire

Flixton, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 3UJ

Humble Bee Farm is in Yorkshire and offers camping, glamping and self catering accommodation. You can stay in one of the gorgeous yurts, cabin or bell tent, or even stay in their luxury self catering cottages. If you fancy camping, then are non electric and EHU pitches. Family friendly with a play area, and plenty of space to explore the grounds, don’t forget to meet the farm yard gang too.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: yes
• Dogs welcome: Yes

Catgill Farm Camping and Glamping

Catgill Farm, Bolton Abbey, North Yorkshire, BD23 6HA

Catgill Farm is set in the Yorkshire Dales with spectacular views across the Wharfe valley offering a unique camping experience on the Duke of Devonshire’s Chatsworth Estate. Catgill farm is a gorgeous peaceful campsite in the Yorkshire Dales with a small stream meandering through the site.

The campsite has electric and non electric pitches suitable for tents and VW campervans. Fire pits are available to rent. There is an onsite coffee shop and this is also a campsite with a pub nearby in the Yorkshire Dales! Please note there is a two night minimum stay over the Summer months.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: yes
• Dogs welcome: Yes

Best Campsites – Isle of Wight

Adgestone Campsite, Isle of Wight

Read our full Adgestone campsite review here

Adgestone campsite is just 20 minutes from Fishbourne ferry port and set in the heart of the countryside, with the Red squirrel trail only a short stroll from the campsite.

This campsite has a swimming pool on site . There is also a small paddling pool too and has a dog walking field too, making it a great family friendly and dog friendly campsite.

• Toilets: yes
• Showers: yes
• Drinking water: yes
• Electric hook-up: yes
• Glamping available: yes
• Dogs welcome: Yes

To book the campsite and for prices

So there you have it. A selection of some of the BEST UK campsites for families. This post will be regularly updated as we discover more family friendly (and dog friendly) campsites in the UK along the way.

Like this post? You may enjoy 

• Camping in Guernsey: Fauxquets Valley Campsite review
• Guernsey in a campervan
• Easy eco friendly swaps for vanlife
• Outer Hebrides Road trip
• Best Campsites with a hot tub
• Best Campsites in the Lake District

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. Should you click to purchase, this is at no extra cost to you, but I receive a small commission.