Families can be all over the place during the summer months, from kids glued to their videogame consoles and teens hibernating under their duvets to the mums and dads attempting to escape the house for some much-needed respite. Well, now the kids have gone back to school and you might want to make the most of the final days of summer with a weekend camping holiday. At Fabsil, we like our holidays packed full of activity and surrounded by the great outdoors. Quality time spent with the family is also valuable. What better way to tick off our adventure-filled, family-friendly checklist than a camping holiday amongst some of Britain's most stunning scenery? So, to give you some inspiration, Fabsil has compiled a list of some of our favourite campsites in the UK for a dynamic and adventurous holiday.
Trevalgan Touring Park – St Ives, Cornwall
This family-friendly, award-winning holiday park is perfect for groups with children. Surrounded by lush green fields with breathtaking views of the South West Coast, Trevalgan Touring Park welcomes campers looking for an idyllic getaway. Ideal for pitching tents and setting up campervans and caravans, the park is a stone’s throw from the local beach, where guests can enjoy swimming and surfing. There are various pitches to choose from, including pitches with and without electricity. Dogs are also welcome in certain areas.
Crake Trees Manor – Between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales
Nestled amongst stunning farmland, Crake Trees Manor boasts views of the Pennines. Sustainably kept with the local environment in mind, this campsite is fitting for those seeking a few nights under the stars surrounded by beautiful scenery. If you want a more outdoorsy experience, there are pitches for tents, or if you’re after a more glamorous stay, glamping options are accessible, including farm huts with hot tubs and camping pods. Live music and food are available during the summer months with family-friendly hiking and cycling trails nearby.
Quarry Park Camping – Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire
If you’re seeking to escape to the Welsh countryside, this campsite, nuzzled in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, offers several pitches, each with its own firepit and picnic table. Camping yurts are also available. So whether you’re pitching a tent or sleeping in a campervan or motorhome, Quarry Park camping is family and dog friendly, so you can explore the Pembrokeshire countryside or visit the local beaches just 20 minutes away.
Upper Hurst Farm – Buxton, Peak District
Set in the middle of the charming Peak District, Upper Hurst Farm is a rural idyll. With opportunities to stay in tents and motorised camping homes, the farm possesses impressive environmental credentials, ensuring your visit is as sustainable as possible. Close to the quaint towns of Buxton, Ashbourne and Bakewell, you can hike along the untouched countryside, and the well-known Monsal and Tissington trials are close by.
Ruberslaw Wild Woods Camping – Hawick, Scottish Borders
With remarkable views and great links to some sublime walks, Ruberslaw Wild Woods Camping has a range of different camping opportunities. They offer stays in their fully equipped, rustic safari tents and the chance to sleep under the stars on assisted wild camping pitches surrounded by peaceful woodland and wildlife. The tranquil setting and size of the campsite mean your visit will be undisturbed, allowing you to fully relax and unwind in the superb Scottish countryside.
If you want summer to go out in style, why not spend a few relaxing nights at one of these picturesque campsites?
