UK's best family-friendly campsites

Wondering what you can expect on a family-friendly campsite? Our choice of the best campsites for families guarantee to be a hit with all ages. The best family-friendly campsites have it all, from handy facilities to sandy beaches, and lots of things to do for all ages.

Family-friendly campsites will generally have a top-notch location – near a popular family beach, or within easy reach of family attractions, such as a theme park, for example.

The campsite’s facilities will also be geared towards families, with things like family shower rooms, baby changing, and maybe a shop for those essentials, or a restaurant for hungry tummies.

You’ll also likely find plenty on the campsite to occupy any free time – after all, happy kids mean happy parents. So there might be swimming pools, games rooms, play areas, and also evening entertainment that the whole family can enjoy.

Below are some of our favourite family-friendly campsites. They range from family-friendly campsites by the beach in Cornwall, to the perfect campsites for families in Scotland and Wales. Not just ideal for the kids, they are sure to make for a holiday to remember for adults, too. Whether making memories as a family at the seaside, spending some time bonding while playing pitch ‘n’ putt, or just settling down for an evening of family entertainment, these family-friendly campsites are some of the best for family camping.

A five-star, award-winning farm park just a mile and a half from north Cornwall's stunning coastline. Families are spoilt for choice with outdoor activities, resident alpacas, evening entertainment, live music and a brilliant food and drink scene on site. Choose from camping, lodges, holiday homes or glamping pods, all set among rolling Cornish countryside.

This award-winning touring campsite, set in the Cornish countryside, is ideal for families looking for on-site entertainment and the convenience of the fishing town of St Ives within walking distance. For younger guests, there are two playgrounds, indoor soft play and a games room, while everyone can enjoy the outdoor pool, tennis courts, putting green and playing field. Practicalities are taken care of with an on-site shop, bar and restaurant, and four-legged family members have a dedicated exercise field and shower.

There is a choice of pitches at Polmanter, including grass or hardstanding with electric hook-up and multi-serviced hardstanding pitches with the addition of fresh water and drainage. Toilets and showers, accessible suites and family bathrooms complete the campsite’s facilities. Guests can enjoy cross-country walks direct from the campsite and there is also a regular shuttle bus into St Ives.

A wonderfully unhurried, family-run campsite on Mersea Island that's been welcoming visitors since 1923. With no club and no pool, the magic here is simple: crabbing in the creeks, beach days, kite flying and nature walks. Playgrounds, dog-friendly walks and a peaceful coastal setting make it ideal for families who want to properly switch off.

With summer holidays just around the corner now’s the perfect time to plan that family adventure. Explore the Lee Valley, located on London’s doorstep and offering hundreds of great days out whether you’re looking for fantastic watersports, exploring miles of open spaces or day trips into London or Cambridge. 

Choose from four campsites, each with its own vibe and accommodation options. There’s back to nature, riverside calm, woodland hideaway and urban retreat – something for everyone. Plus, there’s easy access from the road and public transport networks for exploring London and further field.

A five-star, award-winning 55-acre park nestled within 14 square miles of Wareham Forest. Kids will love the outdoor heated swimming pool with paddling pool, adventure playground and woodland camping areas. Spacious pitches, excellent facilities and a peaceful forest setting make it a wonderfully natural base for a family touring holiday in Dorset.

Hurley Riverside Park is a family-run and pet-friendly campsite situated alongside the River Thames in the picturesque village of Hurley between Henley-on-Thames and Marlow. The campsite is only a 20-minute drive from Legoland Windsor and only 30 miles outside Central London. There are a wide variety of other attractions in the area, with many discounts available to the campsite’s customers.

Facilities include heated shower blocks and family shower rooms, a shop, laundry room, accessible facilities, free WiFi, a playground, outdoor table tennis, football goals and a riverside picnic area. For walkers and dog owners there are a wide range of footpaths, including the Thames Path and there is a nature trail for children to learn about wildlife. A slipway is available for boats and there are charging points for electric cars. Caravan holiday homes are available to hire or purchase on the campsite.

Nestled in the rolling South Devon hills, just outside the idyllic waterside village of Stoke Gabriel, Whitehill Country Park is the perfect spot for a relaxing break in the great outdoors. The family-run campsite boasts a great range of facilities, including a beautiful new indoor swimming pool, fitness suite, heated outdoor pool with splash pad and spa, soft play, playgrounds and private woodland, plus a bar, restaurant, takeaway and shop. During the summer months you can also enjoy a programme of live music, entertainment and activities.

Located just a short drive from the English Riviera, the campsite is close to the bustling seaside towns of Paignton, Brixham and Torquay, picturesque beaches and award-winning attractions.

Explore six award-winning parks set across Perthshire, Stirlingshire and Fife, each in a spectacular Scottish setting. From lochside adventures at Loch Tay to coastal stays on the Fife coast, families can enjoy hiking, cycling, wild swimming, wildlife spotting and stargazing. Lodges, caravans, glamping pods and touring pitches available across the group.

Set close to the north Norfolk coast in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Kelling Heath is a 300-acre holiday campsite offering a wide range of accommodation and activities to enjoy.

As well as the usual amenities, Kelling Heath has a Village Square complete with Village Store, bar and restaurant, café and seasonal outdoor bar. There’s even a health and fitness club with an indoor swimming pool, spa pool, sauna and steam rooms, plus a free seasonal outdoor pool. Free bookable family activities, entertainment and events in peak weeks, self-guided walks and trails available, alongside on-campsite cycle hire from ‘Huff & Puff’.

Escape to the best kept secret and enjoy sleeping under the stars on the Essex coast. Free swimming throughout your stay, shower and toilet blocks, entry to clubhouse with seasonal entertainment, barbecues allowed, on-site shop for your essentials and local restaurants nearby. Grass pitches are generous in size (10m by 10m) with most being on flat, well-drained ground. The campsite welcomes dogs so it’s OK to bring along your pooch on your pitch. Please note, Mersea Isand is open for camping from July to September.

A family park just 100 yards from the beach in the sheltered village of Porth, a mile from Newquay. With award-winning shower facilities, holiday homes and touring pitches right on the doorstep of some of Cornwall's finest beaches and coastal walks, it's a brilliant base for a classic Cornish family beach holiday.

Located on Mersea Island, overlooking the beach and waters of the Blackwater Estuary, Waldegraves Holiday Park has lots of on-site offerings to keep all ages happy. There is an outdoor heated pool, play areas, crazy golf, pitch ’n’ putt, table tennis, fishing lakes and a family arcade.

In the evenings, guests can head to the Granary bar and restaurant, then over to the Barn & Wheatsheaf Clubhouse, which plays host to children’s fun in the early evening, followed by cabaret and comedy acts later on. Four-legged family members are not forgotten, either, as there is an exercise area.

The holiday campsite has a choice of grass or hardstanding pitches with electric hook-up, plus toilets, showers, family bathrooms, washing-up area, a laundry block, shop and motorhome waste point.

Nestled in the beautiful Kentish countryside, within easy reach of numerous activities and fun days out, Broadhembury is a super option for your next family holiday. The site staff pride themselves on the ethos that happy children means happy parents! The site has a five-a-side football pitch, an adventure play area, an all-weather surface playground for under 5s and a well-equipped, non-electronic, games room. Days on site will never be dull with the children so entertained. Choose from touring, a glamping adventure, or a beautifully appointed holiday home. Whichever option suits your family, choose Broadhembury for family holidays to remember and repeat.

Set in 90 acres of Dartmoor National Park, River Dart is as much adventure attraction as campsite. Kids can swim in the lake, explore the pirate ship, tackle adventure playgrounds and discover wildlife trails, all within a stunning natural setting. With an award-winning campsite and holiday park on site, it's one of Devon's most exciting family holiday destinations.

A five-star, family-run park established for over 50 years, set in beautiful south Devon countryside close to the coast. Families are spoilt for choice with pools, a spa, kids' entertainment, a high ropes course, bowling, an arcade, on-site dining and a Sunday carvery. Lodges, cottages, static caravans and touring pitches all available, with Devon's beaches and attractions on the doorstep.

Stanwix Park offers the holiday that has it all. Self-catering apartments and caravans to hire for three, four and seven-night breaks, plus camping pods and fully serviced pitches for tents, touring caravans and motorhomes. The campsite offers pet-free and pet-friendly accommodation. A maximum of two pets will be accepted per booking.
It’s all on site! Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a gym, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, foot spas and heated loungers. JJ’s bowling alley and amusement arcade. Daytime activities during school holidays. The Sunset Inn offers fantastic family nights of entertainment and The Dunes Bar offers adults-only entertainment (until 3 November).
Voted Holiday Centre of the Year 2023.

Nestled at the foot of Y Wyddfa (Snowdon) and along the banks of the river Gwyrfai, this family-run park offers award-winning views of the stunning countryside and mountains.

There is a variety of pitches available, from non-electric to fully serviced. Whether you're looking to stay for the season or just enjoy a short break, this family-friendly and dog-friendly site is the perfect place to experience the beauty of this majestic area.

Bryn Gloch is the perfect base for exploring the Eryri National Park, from family-friendly attractions like Caernarfon Castle and Greenwood Park to adrenaline-fueled adventures like Zip World or Snowdonia Water Sports. Don't miss the opportunity to hike to the summit of Y Wyddfa (Snowdon) or take a ride on the Welsh Highland Railway to soak in the magnificent views, and don’t forget to listen out for the steam train coming through the site!