Campgrounds for backpackers

Lo Gorissado

• Family-friendly farm site in the scenic Périgord Noir
• Sarlat and famed Dordogne châteaux within 15 minutes’ drive
• Pool, bar, acclaimed restaurant and cooking classes

Malvern Views Pop-up Campsite at Lower Gurnox Farm

• Simple Teme Valley farm site with fabulous views to the Malvern Hills
• The Worcester Way a 10-minute walk; 10 minutes’ drive to the Malverns
• Paddock pitches and pony rides, close to shops, pubs and hill walks

Camping De Pallegarste

• Spacious Vechtdal site with woodland paths and a fishing pond
• A 20-minute drive from Almelo, Slagharen and Hellendoorn
• Pool complex, sandy beach, petting zoo, bike hire, restaurant and shop

Løgballe Camping

• Friendly family-run site close to the coast
• An hour's drive from Legoland
• Pool, kids' pool, large playground, miniature golf and shop

Camping Harrobia

• In the coastal town of Bidart, 4.5km from the motorway
• Five minutes' walk from a golden sandy beach
• Pool, bar, restaurant and playground

Eden Camping

• Friendly, low-key Devon smallholding site with basic facilities
• A 15-minute drive from Kingsbridge; 25 minutes from Salcombe
• Quality local produce sold on site; a mile from the closest pub

Camping de la Bosse

• Eco-friendly island site with direct access to the beach
• Fishing, kayaking, kitesurfing and boating all available nearby
• Toilets, showers, washing-up area and play area

Hope Farm Holidays

• Eco-friendly quiet wild camping, close to the coast at Hayle/Godrevy
• Wildlife haven overlooking a valley: spot deer, buzzards and rabbits
• Firepits allowed and solar showers provided on site

Redondo Lodges and Camping

• Scenic rural pitches on an old olive farm with a pool and bar
• A 15-minute drive or 25-minute bus from the centre of Tomar
• Playground, outdoor gym, volleyball and table tennis; meals available

Wishtree Agroforestry and Permaculture Centre

• Dark skies camping in a scenic forest setting and permaculture site
• Pubs and takeaways within a few miles; Dartmoor and Bude within 16
• Nursery and fruit and veg sales; permaculture workshops available

Vakantiepark Te Hooi en Te Gras

• Located in the forest of Friesland
• Friendly atmosphere, communal area with a fireplace and a terrace
• Play area and many activities for the kids

Cedris Farm

• Rural South Snowdonia Campsite only 7 miles from the coast
• Family Run Campsite On A Real Working Farm
• 3 Miles From Cader Idris & Talyllyn Lake

Gorse Hill Farm

• In the Mourne mountains with easy access to the Trassey Track
• Close to Newcastle, the coast and Tullymore Forest Park
• Well-equipped kitchen and communal barn with woodburning stove

Vann Farm Camping

• Rural and informal Ockley camping field in the Surrey Hills
• A 20-minute drive to Horsham; 45 minutes to the beach
• Walking or biking distance from pubs

Vilaggio Colombo

• Quiet hilltop site on the Italian Palms Riviera
• Sport fishing, diving, snorkelling and sailing 10 minutes' drive away
• Outdoor pool and paddling pool, snack bar, tennis court and playground

Clyngwyn Camping

• Dog-friendly site five minutes' walk from Sgwd Clun-Gwyn waterfall
• Brecon Beacons Visitor Centre and BikePark Wales 35 minutes’ drive
• Firepit and barbecue on site, plus a coffee shop selling hot food

Usha Gap Campsite

La Petite Place dans Les Bois

• Friendly family-run site surrounded by woodland near Tarnac
• In the Millevaches Regional Natural Park with easy access to hikes
• Games barn on site, plus takeaways, workshops and pony walks

Moor Farm Pop-up Campsite

• Peaceful back to basics site surrounded by the Derbyshire countryside
• A 20-minute drive from Bakewell; 20 minutes from Chatsworth House
• Dog walking area; pubs serving food and real ales nearby

Camping Guara Altaoja

• Quiet, family-friendly Huesca site with Sierra de Guara mountain views
• Numerous canyoning spots in the Sierra y Cañones de Guara Natural Park
• On-site bar and restaurant for mealtimes and takeaway snacks