Barbecues allowed: Camping sites & Campgrounds in Central England

Minninglow Meadows

• Small glamping site in the Peak District National Park near Matlock
• Bakewell, Dovedale and Chatsworth Estate within 25 minutes' drive
• Cosy bell tents with proper beds, next to the High Peak Trail

Beech Croft Farm

Pomeroy Caravan Park

• Friendly family-run park in the High Peak
• Adjacent to the High Peak Trail
• Well-kept and clean amenities

Hurley Riverside Park

• Award-winning park on the Thames
• On-site fishing in season and bits and bobs to entertain the kids
• Block out some time to visit Legoland Windsor (11 miles)

Hunters Lodge Fishery

• Family-run glampsite in the peaceful village of Elsham
• A 10-minute drive from Brigg and 15 minutes from Humber Bridge
• Fishing lakes, fishing shop, café and scenic views

Beale Wildlife Park Pop-Up Campsite

• Pop-up site in the grounds of Beale Park’s estate and wildlife park
• A 15-minute walk from Basildon Park; 20 minutes’ drive to Reading
• Riverside pubs, restaurants and playgrounds within walking distance

Valley Farm Camping

• Comfy glamping tents on a Cotswolds meadow in rural Gloucestershire
• A 15-minute drive to Cattle Country Farm Park; 20 to Berkeley Castle
• Pre-erected bell tents close to hikes, swimming and family activities

Horwood Farm Camping

• Peaceful yurt surrounded by trees with abundant wildlife
• Walk to the Lower Woods nature reserve; a 30-minute drive to Bristol
• Firepit provided; relaxed, 'leave no trace' destination

The Cherry Tree Shepherd's Hut

• Scenic adults-only site five minutes’ drive from the Cotswolds
• A 15-minute drive from Banbury and 35 from Stratford-upon-Avon
• Cotswolds Distillery and Hook Norton Brewery within 15 minutes’ drive

Elton Farm

• Forest of Dean glamping in restored 1950s caravans
• Fishing, adventure golf and giant maze within a few minutes' walk
• Retro features with kitchen, heating and bathroom on board

Honey Pod Farm

• Handcrafted stargazing pods on a family-run organic farm glamping site
• A five-minute drive from Upton-upon-Severn and 30 mins from Tewkesbury
• Cosy 17th-century inn on site serving guest ales and gastropub food

Meadow Farm Camping

• Relaxed campsite by the river Thames in Pangbourne, Berkshire
• Pangbourne station 10 minutes' walk; Basildon Park 10 minutes' drive
• Direct access to the Thames Path; half a mile from a café

Sweeney Farm Glamping

• Luxury safari tents on a family-run organic farm in rural Shropshire
• 10 minutes drive from Oswestry; 45 minutes from Snowdonia
• Firepit, woodburning stove and well-equipped kitchen for each tent

Upper House Farm

• Peaceful site on a dog-friendly working farm in rural Herefordshire
• A 20-minute drive from Hay-on-Wye; 35 minutes from Hereford
• Bell tents with gorgeous views over the Golden Valley

Fishill Farm

• Peaceful no-frills pop-up campsite on a small family-run farm
• Witney and Woodstock within a quarter of an hour's drive
• A mile from two pubs and restaurants; stabling available

Epworth Fields Holiday Park

• Family-run site with several fisheries within a 15-minute drive
• Epworth five minutes’ drive; Cleethorpes beach 45 minutes
• Dogs welcome and barbecues allowed; shower and toilet block

Godwin's Caravan and Camping Site

• Small site five minutes' walk from a pub in Weston-on-the-Green
• Just off Junction 9 of the M40 with good access to Oxford
• Café on site with homemade meals and ice creams

Barn Field Camping

• Pastureland camping on a working family farm in the Bedfordshire Wolds
• Saint Neots 15 minutes' drive; 45 minutes from Cambridge city centre
• Direct access to footpaths/bridleways; farm shop five minutes' drive

Homecharm

• Quiet dog-friendly site on the edge of Weston Park
• A 25-minute drive from Ironbridge; miniature railway at Weston Park
• Two pubs half an hour’s walk away; rare breed animals on site