Lake camping in South West England

Beach getaways, UNESCO-listed landmarks, and wild moorlands draw explorers to the UK’s southern peninsula.

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At Goathill Farm

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Dorset, South West England

A lovely lakeside shepherd’s hut on a working farm in Dorset

Foxdown Waters

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · England

The accommodation includes a hot tub, double bed, solar power (for phone and laptops only). Make sure you bring a torch and portable phone chargers just in case, especially in the winter with less solar power. Also a hot shower, double hob, fire pit and BBQ. Fishing is available at £10 per day per rod and there is plenty of wildlife to spot in the surrounding area. Secure spot with a locked gate and parking. A 10 minute walk to the local pub, 45 minutes walk from a private pebble beach and Peppercoombe. Also a 20 minute drive to Clovelly and a 15 minute drive to Westward Ho! Beach

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Henstridge Golf and Leisure

1 unit · Motorhome, Tent70 acres · England

Set in the heart of rural Blackmore Vale, Henstridge Golf Resort is the perfect retreat providing the best of leisure and relaxation. Over 70 stunning acres. Acquired by Lee Park Estates for being in one of the most peaceful and picturesque parts of England. Close to the Sherborne and Shaftesbury and right on the border of Dorset and Somerset. We have a well stocked coarse fishing lake full of natural wild fighting fish and extending to approximately 2 acres. Within our stunning resort lies our caravanning and camping area with spectacular views of our golf course. We are open for 12 months, 365 days a year, and we have seasonal pitches available for touring caravans and motorhomes. Please note that our electrical hook-ups are limited, and come with an additional charge, please contact us prior to booking to see availability.

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Cilrath Wood Camping

15 units · Tents10 acres · Narberth, Wales

Off-grid eco camping with campfires in a patch of Pembrokeshire that time forgot

The Woodland at Henllys Estate

1 unit · Glamping15 acres · Llandovery, Wales

Our ancient woodland is 15 acres with streams and a lake. There are fields of grazing sheep all around. We have just two camps. It is our first season and we will be very happy to hear your on the spot feedback. Help us develop a really good camping experience. The two camps are at opposite ends of the woodland and are set up with two Tentsile tree tents each. It is quiet, peaceful and lovely, great for birdwatching. The Bannau Brycheiniog, (the Brecon Beacons) are a stone's throw away, you can see them from our property. The A40 and Llandovery train station are just minutes away.

12 top lakeside campsites in South West England

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Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

168 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents20 acres · Cornwall, South West England

Wake up to the sound of birdsong, go swimming before breakfast in the clear water of a secluded lake. Cook your bacon and eggs over an open fire while you plan your day, or just laze it away in the peace and quiet of your own personal tipi. You can always go fishing tomorrow, and walk along the cliffs the day after that… The site is a unique woodland valley folded around a clear, spring-fed lake created from the old Tregildrans Quarry. Our tipis and tent pitches are dotted about this secret 20 acres full of ferns, bluebells, oak and meadowsweet. Left in peace for many years there's been no modern chemicals or poisons on the land, meaning we've got bluebells, dormice, Red Admirals and shy woodland Jays for you to spot. It’s a place set apart from the rush and clutter of the modern holiday experience, with an atmosphere that makes you forget the world outside, and just lounge, ramble, or potter about in a boat. We're committed to giving you a genuinely individual service from first contact to your time staying with us. We established CTH in 1996. This was the first and we believe still is the best tipi holiday site in the UK. We know our area inside out and can always help with local knowledge or contacts if you need them. We want to offer our guests a sustainable holiday. A return to real camping means the lowest possible impact on the land and environment - our tipi poles don’t even break the surface of the earth. Your footprint while here could only be bettered by a survival expert. You don't have to fly! a major bonus, and we source all our wood, fish and canvas locally and work with local people wherever possible.

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The Enchanted Wilderness

6 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents22 acres · Yelverton, England

Simple riverside camping pitches in the Tamar Valley on the edge of Dartmoor

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Rhydfach Valley Camping

1 unit · Motorhome, Tent7 acres · Pembrokeshire, Wales

An exclusive-hire campsite with its own wild swimming pond in Pembrokeshire

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Llandyfan Camping

29 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · England

Our beautiful home is a glamping & camping site with its own gorgeous fishing lake on the outskirts of the village of Llandyfan. You can find us to the west of the Brecon Beacons or Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. Llandyfan Campsite has been lovingly re-established in early 2024 by Andy and Jo. Since taking ownership, we have rolled up our sleeves and got stuck into restoring it to its former glory and will soon be back to being a fully operational slice of Welsh heaven. Our first focus has been the fishing lake which we opened in March. The campsite followed in May. We are currently working on electric hook ups and other improvements. We have chickens on site that roam free during the day. They are friendly and like to wander around the tents to say hello to our guests!

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Hobby Farm

16 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Whitchurch Canonicorum, England

A peaceful, adult-only campsite 10 minutes' from the Jurassic Coast

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Glamp or Camp at Magical Mena Farm

16 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents15 acres · Bodmin, Cornwall, South West England

Easily accessed camping on a 15-acre farm, with family facilities and a vast amount of wild space to explore

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Noxon Farm

1 unit · Tent2 acres · Lydney, England

Surrounded by the lush, ancient woodlands in the Forest of Dean forest, this serene and spacious 2 acre field offers the perfect backdrop for your next camping adventure. Whether it's a family reunion, a birthday celebration or a mates getting together, set up camp under canopy of stars. The field is part of an old dairy farm with beautiful fishing lake. Our camping facilities are eco friendly and we have 2 compost toilets along with wash basins and washing up sinks. Two hot showers as well. Solar lighting is at the facilities and there is a fire pit available.

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Crooked Willows Farm

10 units · Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · Wimborne. Dorset, England

Adults-only, back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm

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Pleasant Streams Farm Camping

67 units · Glamping, Tents9 acres · St Austell, England

Lakeside camping with streams, rope swings and farmyard animals in rural Cornwall

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The Blue Pool

8 units · Glamping300 acres · Wareham, England

Treehouses on the edge of Dorset’s Blue Pool

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Wellstone Camping

21 units · Glamping, Tents5 acres · Pembrokeshire, South Wales

Authentic Mongolian yurts and camping in a laid-back Pembrokeshire site with scenic views and friendly alpacas.

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Wolf Meadows Farm

20 units · Motorhomes, Tents30 acres · Umberleigh, England

Relaxed camping in a riverside meadow in north Devon

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Lake camping in South West England guide

Overview

If you're looking for a camping experience near a lake in South West England, Hipcamp has over 480 options to choose from. One of the top campsites in the area is Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping, which has received rave reviews from 18 satisfied campers. If you prefer a bit of glamping, check out Glamp or Camp at Magical Mena Farm, which has 10 glowing reviews. The View Camping is another popular choice with 10 reviews. With prices ranging from £10 to an average of £30 per night, there's something for every budget. Plus, you'll have access to facilities like campfires, cooking equipment, and toilets. Whether you're into historic sites, boating, or swimming, there's plenty to do in this picturesque location. Happy camping!