Campgrounds for backpackers in Ratcliffe-on-Soar, England
2 bookable campgrounds within 15 miles of Ratcliffe-on-Soar
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Four Oaks Camp Site
Derby, Derbyshire, England- Lovely six-acre Derbyshire site in the village of Stenson
- A 20-minute drive from Derby and close to canal and river activities
- Pizza oven and barbecue area on site; local pub five minutes' walk
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Langley Wilding Campsite
Derby, Derbyshire, England- Eco-friendly site 15 minutes’ drive to the Peak District National Park
- Derwent Valley Mills and Carsington Water both 20 minutes’ drive
- Pitches in a wildflower meadow; dog-friendly walks from the site
Camping at Manor Organic Farm
Loughborough, Leicestershire, England- Small, quiet Leicestershire site 15 minutes’ drive from Loughborough
- Donington Park Circuit 10 minutes’ drive; Twycross Zoo 25 minutes
- Dog-friendly pitches on a farm with a shop and canine-exercise area
The Victoria - Bikers Pub
Coalville, Leicestershire, England- Rock music pub near Coalville, with basic pitches for over-21s only
- Useful location for events at Donington Park and Mallory
- Regular live music events at the pub; bring your takeaway in
Cossiwild Camping
Cossington, Leicestershire, England- Quiet tree-lined site with direct access to Cossington nature reserve
- Adventure woodland on site; pub and café five minutes' walk away
- Basic facilities, with private pool sessions available to book
Millview Camping
East Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, England- Peaceful off-grid site 15 minutes’ walk from the Trent Valley Way
- A 20-minute drive from Belvoir Castle; 25 minutes from Nottingham
- A scenic half-hour walk from pubs and restaurants; barbecues allowed
Redhill Marina
Ratcliffe-on-Soar, Nottinghamshire, England- Self-contained glamping pods floating on a canal off the River Soar
- A 25-minute drive from Nottingham and The National Water Sports Centre
- Units have beds, basic kitchenettes, bathrooms and a deck for fishing
Whatton House
Loughborough, Leicestershire, England- Nearly-wild campsite on a private estate in Leicestershire
- Ten minutes’ drive to Download Festival at Donington Park
- Grass pitches with basic facilities; pubs and shops 25 minutes’ walk
Birchcanoes
Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, England- Small, rural and simple site by the River Wreake
- Sustainable approach using reclaimed materials
- Electric car charging point, a play area, hammock space and free wifi
YHA National Forest
Swadlincote, Derbyshire, England- Family-sized bell tents five minutes' drive from Swadlincote
- Next door to an adventure park, with easy access to National Forest
- Restaurant on site for breakfast and supper, plus well-stocked bar
