Campgrounds by the beach in South West England

Little Derworthy Farm

• Simple site on a family-run smallholding in Devon farming country
• A 25-minute drive from Buck’s Mills, Clovelly and an adventure park
• Water provided; farmhouse facilities available by arrangement

Freshwell Camping

• Overlooking the beach and a two-minute walk to the sands at Croyde
• Suitable for families and small- to medium-sized groups
• Bars, pubs, cafés and restaurants a 15-minute walk away

Bells in the Woods at Studland

• Bell tents in peaceful woodland 10 minutes' drive from Corfe Castle
• A short walk from the sea and two miles from Studland beach
• Part of the private Rempstone Estate; campfires and dogs allowed

Friar Waddon House

• Peaceful, basic pitches in a tree-lined paddock with rural views
• 15 minutes' drive from the beach and attractions of Weymouth
• Country pubs and farm shop within a five-minute drive

Tamar Lake Farm

Birchwood Tourist Park

Travellers Rest

• Luxurious larch-clad glamping pods with views of the Cornish coast
• In Trevarrian, north Cornwall; a 15-minute drive from Newquay beach
• Underfloor heating, kitchenette, 32-inch TV and private bathroom

Hoburne Doublebois

Synderborough Farm

• Quiet Devon farm campsite with rural and sea views
• A 15-minute drive from Sidmouth seafront; Exeter 35 minutes
• Direct access to the quiet river Sid and local footpaths

Hoburne Blue Anchor

Moonacre Campsite

• Peaceful camping on an east Dorset farm 15 minutes' drive from Poole
• Just off the A31 and A350; South West Coast Path half an hour's drive
• Woodland walks direct from the pitches, and wildlife around the site

Canvas and Coast at Incledon Farm

• Family glampsite in North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
• Surfing paradise: four top surfing beaches within 15 minutes’ drive
• Pizzas and breakfasts on summer weekends; pubs five minutes' walk away

Hilton Woods Park

Hill View Farm

• Family-run wildlife haven in the Dorset countryside
• A 35-minute drive from Durdle Door and 40 minutes from Bournemouth
• Quiet after 10pm; communal campfire area; pubs and shops nearby

Holidays in Cornwall

• Comfy static caravan at the peaceful River Valley Country Park
• A five-minute drive from Marazion and St Michael's Mount
• Both north and south coasts within a 15-minute drive

Off-grid Wildlife Woodlands

• Private wildlife woodland with smart glamping accommodation
• Between Sandplace and Duloe, five minutes' drive from Looe
• Comfortable pre-pitched canvas tents with open-air hot showers

Camping Blindwell Exmoor

• Spectacular site in Exmoor National Park, with wildlife viewing ark
• Sustrans' National Cycle Route 3 and the Two Moors Way path nearby
• In Europe's first International Dark Sky Reserve for stargazing

Clowance Vean

• Quiet and off-grid pop-up campsite on a working farm in West Cornwall
• Flambards Theme Park 20 minutes’ drive; St Agnes Beach half an hour
• Pet-friendly site with a dog-walking field; shops five minutes’ drive

Carn Meor Farm

• Quiet farm field in an elevated position with far-reaching views
• Within a 20-minute drive of the north or south coast of Cornwall
• Sea views on clear days; fresh local produce available