Peaceful: Campsites in Central England

Brandend Camping

• Basic but peaceful campsite in the Peak District National Park
• A 10-minute drive from Buxton; Bakewell 30 minutes
• A short walk from the river Dove; spectacular views from the pitches

Smithy Campsite

• Secluded Shropshire campsite five minutes' walk from a lake
• In the hamlet of Colemere; Ellesmere 10 minutes' drive
• Pet-friendly campsite with a dog-walking area; barbecues welcome

Redhill Marina

• 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

Redhill Holidays

• Adults-only luxury glamping site 10 minutes' drive from Bromyard
• A 10-minute drive from the Malvern Hills and 25 minutes from Worcester
• Well-equipped domes with outdoor kitchen, hot tub and stunning views

Spellbound Glamping

• Lotus bell tents in 10 acres of woodland and 12 acres of fields
• In the Cotswolds, 10 minutes' drive from Chipping Norton
• Bordering a river for swimming, canoeing and paddleboarding

Spot On Wake

• Glamping stays in a wakeboarding and watersports centre
• Lessons and sessions from beginner level; riding centre next door
• A 20-minute drive from Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick

Foremans Bridge Caravan Park

Wardlow Wells Farm

• Woodland site on the outskirts of the Peak District National Park
• Gulliver's Kingdom and Alton Towers theme parks within an hour
• Equestrian centre on site; guests are welcome to bring their horses

Bowbrook Lodges

• Scenic and peaceful glampsite 20 minutes’ drive from the Cotswolds
• A 15-minute drive from Worcester and 50 minutes from Birmingham
• On 30 acres of landscaped estate with Malvern and Cotswold views

Yew Tree Cottage Camping and Caravan Site​

• Peaceful and simple adults-only site 15 minutes' drive from the NEC
• Within half an hour of Drayton Manor, Twycross Zoo and Birmingham
• A 10-minute drive from Shustoke Reservoir fishing, sailing and walks

Kantankye Scout Campsite

• Family-run rural site near the village of Wainfleet All Saints
• A 15-minute drive from Skegness and the Lincolnshire Wolds
• Scout hut with kitchen, dining tables and space to play games

Spring Heath

• Dog-friendly three-bedroom log cabin near the village of Knockin
• A 20-minute drive to Shrewsbury or half an hour to Llangollen
• Part of a quiet coarse fishery, with day tickets available to guests

Wysdom Touring Park

Wye Valley Cabins

• Well-maintained Herefordshire cabin with gorgeous rural views
• Hay-on-Wye 10 minutes' drive away; 35 minutes to Hereford
• Hot tub, firepit, kingsize bed and ensuite shower room

Wriggles Brook Gypsy B and B

• Luxury glamping in the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
• Wildlife haven by a brook leading to the River Wye and walks
• Meat or veggie breakfast provided every morning: have it in bed

Milton Keynes Youth Hostel

Bodkin Farm

• Luxury glamping on a rural, adults-only Leicestershire farm site
• A 20-minute drive to Calke Abbey; 25 to the National Space Centre
• Bed linen and essential oils provided, close to pubs, shops and golf

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

Locksters Pool Camping

• Quiet, scenic farm site on the banks of the River Wye
• A 10-minute drive from Hay-on-Wye and the Brecon Beacons
• Canoe landing on the river; firepits and wood available on site

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