Glamping
Glamping – what's it all about? Well, essentially, it's like camping, but someone sorts the accommodation out for you – be that a tent, a camping pod, a yurt, a shepherd's hut, a treehouse… Plenty of folk say that it's the best of both worlds, mixing up the best bits of the outdoorsy life (the fresh air, the stargazing, the country views) with the comfort that comes from knowing you'll have a roof of some description over your head once it comes to bedtime. So if you fancy an evening by the campfire but don't want to give up the idea of a comfy bed, check out our best glampsites!
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2515 bookable glamping holidays
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Gill Head Farm
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Working hill farm in the north of the Lake District National Park
- A 15-minute drive from Keswick and Penrith; 10 minutes from Ullswater
- Stunning views of Blencathra and the Northern Fells
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Pen Y Bont Touring and Camping Park
Bala, Gwynedd, Wales- Family-owned Snowdonia site near the shore of Bala Lake
- A short walk to watersports, boat hire and Bala Lake Railway
- Within walking distance of Bala’s shops, restaurants and golf course
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Marwell Resort
Owslebury, Hampshire, England- Lakeside site on the edge of the South Downs National Park
- A 15-minute drive from central Winchester; 1.5 miles from Marwell Zoo
- Fishing, archery, quad biking and other adventure sports
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Newlands Holiday Park
Charmouth, Dorset, England- Family-friendly park just outside Charmouth on the Jurassic Coast
- Pools, play areas and indoor play
- Modern amenities including hot showers and a launderette
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Holme Pierrepont Country Park
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England- Water- and land-based event centre in 270 acres of parkland
- Easy access to Nottingham city centre, rail network and airport
- Country walks, nature trails and lots to do for kids
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Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre and Campsite
Bransgore, Hampshire, England- Peaceful site surrounded by lakes, on the edge of the New Forest
- Bookable activities including high ropes, climbing and abseiling
- Play area, table tennis, café and shop; toilet blocks with hot showers
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Trevornick Holiday Park
Newquay, Cornwall, England- Family-friendly site by the sandy beach at Holywell Bay
- A 10-minute drive from the beaches at Perranporth and Fistral
- Spa, fishing lakes, heated pool and a range of bars and restaurants
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Bryn Gloch Caravan and Camping Park
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, Wales- Peaceful dog-friendly site with views of Eryri (Snowdonia)
- On the banks of the river Gwyrfai; a 10 minute-drive from Caernarfon
- Walking routes directly from the site; playground and games room
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Pine Cones Caravan and Camping
King's Lynn, Norfolk, England- Well-maintained site with facilities such as a bar
- A few miles from the Norfolk coast
- Sixteen luxury bathrooms on site with individual showers and loos
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Seaview Gorran Haven Holiday Park
St Austell, Cornwall, England- On the Roseland Peninsula three miles from the Lost Gardens at Heligan
- Spectacular sea views, all a short walk from the beach
- Sun loungers, large play areas and coffee lounge on site
New FavouriteYork House Caravan Park
Whitby, North Yorkshire, England- Well-maintained, peaceful Yorkshire park 10 minutes’ drive from Whitby
- Robin Hood’s Bay five minutes’ drive and Scarborough half an hour
- Restaurant and bar on site, plus a play area and dedicated dog park
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Highlands End Holiday Park
Bridport, Dorset, England- Family park overlooking Lyme Bay
- Within walking distance of Eypemouth beach and Eype village
- Café, bar and restaurant with vintage fire engines
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Tyddyn Goronwy Camping Park
Tal Y Bont, Gwynedd, Wales- Family site two miles from Barmouth
- Sea views on site; short walk from Talybont station
- Access to facilities of sister site including swimming pool
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Ullswater Holiday Park
Penrith, Cumbria, England- Spacious family park with spectacular views of Lake District fells
- Penrith a 20-minute drive and Lake Ullswater within a 30-minute walk
- Marina, licensed bar with TV and a games room, shop and playground
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Grange Leisure Park
Mablethorpe, Lincolnshire, England- Two miles from the beach at Mablethorpe
- Golf course, aqua park, bar and restaurant on a 170-acre site
- Several fishing lakes plus tackle shop
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Heathside Holidays
Halesworth, Suffolk, England- Well-maintained and green site five miles from the Suffolk coast
- Lake and nature trail on site
- On-site village shop and off-licence; pub 10 minutes' walk away
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Trevella Holiday Park
Newquay, Cornwall, England- Scenic and award-winning site filled with flowers
- Two lakes for coarse fishing plus nature reserve
- Heated pool, crazy golf, playgrounds, games room and licensed shop
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Litton Lakes
Litton Cheney, Dorset, England- Well-maintained peaceful lakeside site on a farm in Litton Cheney
- A 15-minute drive to Jurassic Coast beaches; half an hour to Weymouth
- Café on site, plus lake for swimming and watersports
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Sandford Holiday Park
Poole, Dorset, England- Family park close to Poole, Studland and Sandbanks
- Indoor and outdoor pools, amusement arcade, play areas and kids' clubs
- Bowling, crazy golf, ice cream parlour, restaurant and clubhouse
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Herston Caravan and Camping
Swanage, Dorset, England- Award-winning holiday park a mile from the beach in Swanage
- Half an hour's drive from Monkey World and Durdle Door
- Lively entertainment programme at the site's show bar
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Picking your perfect site
Where your glamping style fits on the glam-o-meter is up to you: we've got everything from properly luxurious glamping with hot tubs (for those special weekends away with your beloved) to simple wooden camping pods (when you just need somewhere warm to hunker down for the night). For a truly memorable stay you might fancy a spot of glamping in a yurt, sorting a stay in a treehouse or cosying up in a shepherd's hut.
Is there such a thing as family glamping? Of course! It's a fab idea for a family holiday, often coming with the bonus of plenty of space for the kids to run about and abandon screen time in favour of marshmallows and mud pies. A shepherd's hut might be a tad too cosy for your brood, but there are plenty of places around where you can stay in a safari tent or bell tent, or sort a lodge holiday.
If family extends to four-legged members too, take a look at the options for glamping with dogs too – they'll no doubt be delighted to have somewhere comfy to cuddle up between country walkies.
How does it work?
One of the truly nifty things about glamping is that is really cuts down on the amount of kit you need to bring – fab news for those who want to travel light, don't want to invest in a whole heap of camping paraphernalia or have a car that's already stuffed full of beach kit, bikes and other holiday essentials.
The exact details will vary from site to site, of course, but you can certainly count on being able to turn up without a tent or a sleeping mat. In camping pods you'll most likely need to bring a sleeping bag and pillow; in other places you're likely to find bedding and towels provided. At smarter places you can also expect to find such things as firepits, fully-equipped kitchens and ensuite bathrooms; you might even want to indulge yourself by glamping with a hot tub (you've earned it, right?)
Finding out exactly what's in your chosen glamping spot is a cinch – each of our listings is designed to give you as much info as possible about what's included, so be sure to check the details before you set off to make sure you don't leave any vital components behind.. In many cases, you'll find that the majority of stuff you need is supplied, making getting out to the country life a simple case of chucking a toothbrush, some walking boots and a couple of changes of clothes in your bag and hopping on a train (although possibly not if you're bringing the kids…).
What about food?
A vital part of any holiday, and a glamping break is no different. If you're going for the full-on fresh-air life, pick a place that's got a barbecue or one that allows campfires so you can burn cook your dinner over flames in the glorious open air. (Top tip: these are even better if you can find a local farm shop to supply the goodies – and you get a warm glow from supporting local business too).
But let's face it, there may occasionally be times when the weather doesn't give its blessing to such endeavours. This, friends, is where glamping really comes into its own. In many cases, you'll find your chosen place has a kitchen of some description - be it a properly swish number with all mod cons or just a little corner with a microwave and kettle. Whether it's a full meal created in a lodge kitchen or just a cuppa served out on the steps of your shepherd's hut, it's bound to be extra tasty because of that good dollop of fresh air.
Of course, you may also wish to say a massive 'nope, ta' to the idea of cooking and other associated chores. And why not? Handily plenty of places offer glamping near a pub – or you could go the whole hog and stay in a pub's own glamping site for the ultimate in short staggers back to your pad.
Where can I go glamping?
The possibilities are endless… and the options are growing all the time. Given the, ahem, 'changeable' climate, glamping in the UK is a hugely popular choice. Farm stays, seaside stays, forest retreats – all with the promise of a comfy bed and protection from the elements? Sounds like a winner. Check out some of our choices for glamping in England, glamping in Wales, glamping in Scotland and glamping in Northern Ireland here.
Beyond that? Well, the world's your (comfy, cosy) oyster. Why not spend your summer hols glamping in France or glamping in Spain? Or take your holiday in Croatia, Portugal, Colombia, South Africa… seriously, there's plenty to pick from.
What about glamping in winter?
Sure, why not – we all need a fix of fresh air and nature even in the depths of winter, eh? Lots of our glamping sites are open all year, with handy features like woodburning stoves and underfloor heating to make sure you stay nice and toasty.