Camping in the UK

Lush green hilly landscapes, enchanting lakes, exciting cities and dreamy beaches - The United Kingdom inspires with its diversity. Holidaymakers will find a multitude of fantastic campsites in idyllic locations on the British Isles. Get out of your caravan in the morning and watch a flock of sheep graze with a freshly brewed coffee or admire the English Channel glistening in the sun: Camping in the UK means pure relaxation.

Special features of camping in the United Kingdom

Travellers in the United Kingdom have the choice between numerous smaller and larger campsites, which are often located near the coast, such as in the sun-drenched region of Cornwall in the south of England. But there are also many holiday resorts inland. These are often located in scenic regions such as the Scottish Highlands or the Lake District and are ideal for hiking enthusiasts.

The sites are generally very clean. Motorhome-only caravan parks are less common. The majority of campsites in the UK belong to one of the country's two camping clubs. However, travellers can also stay overnight there without being a member of The Camping and Caravanning Club or The Caravan Club. Another option is farm camping on a farm, which is very popular with families.

Travelling

If you want to travel to the United Kingdom by motorhome, you have various options. For example, there is a direct connection via the 50 km long Eurotunnel, which runs under the English Channel and connects Calais in France with the English town of Folkestone. The best way to travel from Germany is via the A3 motorway and the E40. The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Calais is around 600 kilometres. You can plan a stopover in the Belgian capital Brussels with its exciting cultural sights. Alternatively, the crossing to the United Kingdom can also be made by ferry. The ferry connection from Dunkirk or Calais to Dover takes around two hours. If you are planning a camping holiday in the north of England or Scotland, we recommend an overnight ferry trip from Amsterdam to Newcastle. The Scottish capital Edinburgh is around 175 kilometres from there. There are also ferry connections to England, for example between Calais and Dunkirk to Dover. The crossing takes two hours. If you are travelling to the north of England, you can make the overnight ferry crossing from Amsterdam to Newcastle in around 16 hours. When travelling onwards in a motorhome on English soil, you should bear in mind that left-hand traffic prevails in the United Kingdom.

Destinations in the United Kingdom

Whether it's a hiking holiday in the Lake District, surfing in Cornwall, a shopping trip to London or a trip on the trail of Nessie in Scotland - there's something for everyone on a camping holiday in the United Kingdom.

Cornwall

The southern English county of Cornwall attracts visitors with its picturesque fishing villages, marvellous bays and beautiful countryside. A stroll through the coastal town of St Ives is well worthwhile. The small town is a favourite residence of artists, which is reflected in the numerous studios and galleries. Cornwall also delights visitors with its dream beaches, where the sea shimmers turquoise blue in places. Surfers love the waves at Porthmeor Beach.

London

It may come as a surprise to some, but there are some excellent campsites near the centre of London where you can spend the night centrally and comfortably. The British capital is an El Dorado for art and culture lovers. The most famous landmarks include Tower Bridge and the Big Ben clock tower. We recommend a visit to Buckingham Palace, where an impressive changing of the guard takes place every day in summer.

Scottish Highlands

Travellers longing for peace and relaxation will find their paradise in the north of Scotland. Moors and mountain gorges invite you to explore and if you like, you can go in search of the legendary monster at Loch Ness. History buffs will also be fascinated by Scotland's castles and palaces.

Best time to visit

The United Kingdom lies in the temperate zone and has a maritime, relatively mild climate. The summer months are moderately warm and the winter is cool. Precipitation falls throughout the year, with snow often falling in the cold months, especially in Scotland. The highest temperatures are in the south-west of England.

The best time to visit the UK for a camping holiday is between June and September. Temperatures are around 25 degrees Celsius during the day and the warm weather is ideal for outdoor activities. The days are also very long thanks to the northern location. You can even go swimming in the southern part of the country, for example in the English Channel, where water temperatures rise to between 18 and 19 degrees Celsius in August.