The Camping and Caravanning Club
Established in 1901, the Camping and Caravanning Club is the world's oldest and largest Club for all forms of camping.
Established in 1901, the Camping and Caravanning Club is the world's oldest and largest Club for all forms of camping.
With exceptional sites, beautiful locations, and invaluable expertise, the Club ensures that the outdoors feels incredible for everyone. Proud of its heritage and protective of the future, the organization loves nothing more than bringing its members closer to nature and each other, aiming to enhance their well-being and create a lifetime of memorable moments.
As a non-profit membership organization, every penny spent with the Club is reinvested back into the sites and services it provides. This approach allows the organization the freedom to inspire more people to join and make camping ever more accessible and enjoyable, catering to both first-timers and seasoned enthusiasts alike.
The Club's network of sites extends from the Cornish coast to the Scottish Highlands, serving as the heart of the organization. These sites consistently provide delightful camping experiences across various locations. Membership is not a requirement to stay at these sites, but joining offers great benefits. Members enjoy exclusive access to over 1,200 smaller, Certificated Sites, hidden in locations ranging from tranquil spots to the truly spectacular.
Moffat Camping & Caravanning Club site is located close to the pretty Victorian spa town. Moffat warrants a long stay with its fine setting surrounded by magnificent scenery. The carefully laid out site has a good range of well placed facilities catering for everyone’s needs. Nearby Station Park offers a variety of attractions including a boating lake and gardens. The town holds an annual walking festival in October and from the site you can access some of the finest hill walking in the south of Scotland. Also close by is the Grey Mare's Tail, a magnificent waterfall dropping 200ft from Loch Skene. The site has 180 grass or hardstanding pitches with electric hook-up.
Tavistock Camping and Caravanning Club site is situated within the Dartmoor National Park boundaries with fabulous views up to the higher slopes of the moor. A neat, sheltered field provides 40 level pitches with hardstanding arranged on each side of a circular access road. A smaller terraced touring area and extra grass pitches are provided in the camping field along with an area of hardstanding for motorhomes in poor weather. In total there are 75 pitches (some serviced), 60 with electricity connections. Tavistock, two and a half miles from the site, has world heritage status. It is a picturesque and ancient market town with the beautiful River Tavy running through its centre. Whether you enjoy lovely cafes, shopping, grand architecture or historical abbey ruins, it is well worth a visit.
Moreton Camping & Caravanning Club site is in the heart of Wessex and surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Close by is the sleepy village of Moreton to enjoy a cream tea in the tearooms at the old school. Thomas Edward Lawrence, popularly known as “Lawrence of Arabia” is buried in the church here. Moreton station, next to the campsite, is on routes to Weymouth, Poole and Bournemouth. The bus stop, half a mile from site, will take you to the pretty county town of Dorchester where you can enjoy a number of walking trails including the Thomas Hardy trail and the Roman Town Walk. The town’s Borough Gardens have tennis courts, bowling green and a children’s play area and is host to a number of events throughout the summer including live bands and a teddy bear’s picnic.The site has 120 grass or hardstanding pitches, most with electric hook-up, is open and spacious with a good range of facilities. There are also 5 safari tents available to rent.
Troutbeck Caravan Park is within easy reach of Keswick and Derwentwater and with impressive views of the surrounding fells, Troutbeck is open to members and non-members alike and is a great base from which to explore the northern Lakes. There are 54 pitches, most have 16A electricity connections and 4 pitches have TV hook-ups. A shallow river runs close to the touring area (steep drop). Blencathra and Sharp Edge are both within easy reach of the campsite. The Coast2Coast cycle way passes by the campsite. Another popular mountain bike route is the Old Coach Road from which in places there are splendid views of Blencathra and Skiddaw.
Keswick Camping & Caravanning club site, on the shores of Derwentwater, is hard to beat as a base to explore the Lake District with stunning views extending over the lake to the hills beyond. Whether you are a stroller, a rambler, a high-level walker or prefer to see the sights by bike, you can take your pick from numerous lake and hillside tracks easily accessible from the site. Keswick town is within walking distance for provisions, outdoor gear, eating and drinking, plus has a farmers' market on Thursdays and Saturdays. With Derwentwater so close at hand there are plenty of water-based activities, including canoeing and kayaking. The site has 250 grass or hardstanding pitches, most with electric hook-up. The inclusion of a washing up area, a laundry and a new backpacker room is particularly useful for those arriving on foot or by bike. Glamping pods available to hire.
Oxford Camping & Caravanning Club site has a restful ambience which makes it ideal to kick back and relax after a day pounding the streets of Oxford. Located just a mile outside the centre of Oxford, the campsite is the perfect base for exploring the beautiful city. Walk, cycle or catch the bus (there is a stop right outside the site) into the city and you will find plenty to see and do. Do not miss the University Museum of Natural History (the most complete remains of any single dodo are here) and the Pitt Rivers and Ashmolean Museums, the latter has 67 galleries to explore. A guided walking tour is the best way to see the University colleges, Botanic Garden and Arboretum. A punt on the River Cherwell is also a must. This city centre site can be a little noisy at times – with a railway and dairy adjacent to the site and the entrance is shared with Go Outdoors. The site has 85 grass pitches of which 51 have electric hook-up points 10 amp, chocks may be required.
Windermere Camping & Caravanning Club site provides water-based fun, walking and all the attractions of the lakes which are accessible from this site. It lies between popular Bowness-on-Windermere and the bustling market town of Kendal. Sit back and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the site, with plentiful wildlife and the wonderful views. Windermere site is not only spacious, but also well laid out and boasts many environmentally friendly facilities. Across the fields is the village of Staveley as well as a shop, supermarket, a couple of pubs and the Hawkshead Brewery. There are many walks to enjoy from the village, including Potters Fell and Reston Scar. Bowness-on-Windermere offers plenty of water-based activities including cruises, canoeing and wind surfing, plus attractions such as The World of Beatrix Potter and Aquarium of the Lakes. Take the chain ferry to the western side of the lake and visit the pretty village of Hawkshead and Claife Heights. The site has 215 pitches as well as camping pods, lodges, mobile homes and safari tents to rent.
Oban Camping and Caravanning Club site at Barcaldine by Connel is 12 miles north of Oban. This small, intimate site has 75 grass and hardstanding pitches, 52 with electrical hook-ups (16A), arranged within the old walled garden of Barcaldine House. The site therefore has some protection from the wind which makes it quite a sun trap (can be wet underfoot in bad weather). Being a small site, it has a very cosy feel to it, due no doubt to the friendly welcome given to new arrivals. Opposite the campsite is a marina with a little beach you can walk along.There’s a sandy beach at nearby Benderloch and the wonderful family friendly Ben Lora cafe and bookshop comes highly recommended. Take the path opposite up to the summit of Beinn Lora and you'll be rewarded with fantastic views across to Mull.
Devizes Camping & Caravanning Club site is a lovely peaceful and secluded retreat in the heart of Wiltshire. It is adjacent to the Kennet and Avon Canal (opened in 1810) and the towpath now provides a traffic-free route passing the Caen Hill flight of 29 locks into Devizes (4 miles) so ideal for walkers and cyclists. In the other direction the towpath runs towards Melksham (also 4 miles). Centrally located for visiting many places of interest such as Stonehenge and Avebury. The site occupies a level field with gravel roads and centrally located facilities. There are a total of 115 pitches, 82 hardstanding and 33 grass pitches, 105 with 16A electricity, 1 fully serviced pitch. There are also 3 ready camp tents to rent.
London and all the sights are only 40 minutes away by train, yet Horsley Camping & Caravanning site is delightful, quiet and unspoilt. It has a good duck and goose population on its part lily covered lake (unfenced). It provides 130 pitches, of which 73 have 10A electricity connections and 64 are on hardstandings. Seventeen pitches are around the bank of the lake (persons over 12 years only), the remainder are further back in three hedged, grass fields with mostly level ground but with some slopes in places. There is a range of mature trees and a woodland dog walk area (may be muddy), and an enclosed play area has been added. The soil is clay based so rain tends to settle – sluice gates remove extra water from the lake area when the rain is heavy. Basic provisions, gas and books are kept in reception and resident managers will make you comfortable.
A lovely tree-lined driveway delivers you to Hereford Camping & Caravanning Club Site. The excellent facilities include modern amenity blocks, a playing field and a dog walk.This attractive, peaceful site is situated between Hereford and Ledbury and is in an idyllic rural location. The site is next to the millpond after which it was originally named, and has 102 large pitches, of which 38 are hardstanding and 64 have 10A electrical hook-ups. Attention has been given to the provision of good facilities for the visitor with disabilities. Some of the spacious pitches overlook the large fishing lake (unfenced). It is well stocked with coarse fish, has facilities for disabled fishermen and offers reduced rates for campers. Site lighting is minimal so a torch might be useful. There may be some noise at times from a railway track nearby.
Crowborough Camping & Caravanning Club site lies in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Ashdown Forest, the setting for A.A.Milne's wonderful Winnie the Pooh books. Woodland walks can be enjoyed directly from the site; the neighbouring park and leisure centre provides entertainment for children. Crowborough town is a ten minute walk from the site and the historic spa town of Tunbridge Wells is seven miles away. For family days out visit Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest, Chiddingstone Castle and The Kent and East Sussex Railway. There are many vineyards in the area for a spot of wine tasting. The site is well laid out, with trees and hedges dividing the site providing a more secluded feel in some areas and some sheltered pitches for tent campers.The site accepts caravans, motorhomes, tents and trailer tents. There are 90 grass or hardstanding pitches, most with electric hookup, and 4 safari tents for hire. Some seasonal pitches.
Two miles from the M5/M42 intersection, Clent Hills Camping & Caravanning Club site is stunning surprise: located in a peaceful valley with panoramic views of wooded hillsides, yet the city of Birmingham is less than 15 miles away with Halesowen and Kidderminster even closer. If you're looking for a relaxing break to get away from a busy lifestyle but don't want to be too far from civilisation, Clent Hills Club Site is a great option. For shopping, attractions and cultural distractions, Birmingham offers the famous Bullring shopping centre, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and the Sea Life Centre. Other attractions within driving distance include the Black Country Living Museum, Cadbury World and West Midlands Safari Park. The site has partially sloping ground and the roads through it are lined with mature trees offering shade. There are 90 pitches (some seasonal), 76 have 16A electricity connections and 42 are hardstanding. There is also a central grassy area for tents, with some hook-ups. The site also has 2 safari tents for hire.
This small, neat site is just to the west of Chichester and north of Bosham harbour. Formerly an orchard, it is rectangular in shape with 58 pitches on flat, well mown lawns on either side of gravel roads. All pitches have 16A electricity, 42 with level hardstanding. Although the A27 bypass takes most of the through traffic, the site is by the main A259 road so there may be some traffic noise in some parts (not busy at night). Opposite the park are orchards through which paths lead to the seashore. Arrival must be before 20.00 unless prior arrangements have been made with the site manager.
Llanystumdwy Camping and Caravanning Club site is an attractive site overlooking mountains and sea. It has well manicured grass areas surrounded by trees, and has good facilities. The wardens are very helpful and can advise on the most suitable pitch, even has a supply of chocks. There are 76 pitches in total (20 ft. spacing), 45 with 10A electricity connections, spaced over two hedged fields with mainly caravans in the top field, 4 hardstandings for motorhomes, whilst tents are sited lower down (some road noise can be heard here). Most pitches are sloping, so chocks are recommended. A small library with a supply of tourist information is next to the small reception.
Dunstan Hill Camping & Caravanning Club site is located off a quiet lane between Embleton and Craster. This rural site has a tree belt to shelter it from the north wind and has access to the beach via a level footpath through the fields, across the golf course and past the ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle, which is just over a mile by car. With gravel access roads, the peaceful site has 150 level, well spaced pitches, 80 with 16A electricity. Reception is manned by very helpful managers and there is an area for outside parking and late arrivals at the entrance. This site is not suitable for large American motorhomes.
Chertsey Camping & Caravanning Club site is ideally located on the banks of the River Thames, only a few minutes’ walk from two riverside pubs and close to the shops and amenities of Chertsey. Fishing is possible and canoes can be launched from the site. There are plenty of walks and cycle paths along the riverside. Squirrels, rabbits and ducks abound with trees and plants creating a pretty site with views across the water and towards Chertsey bridge. Unfortunately there is some road and river noise and, depending on flight paths, aircraft noise. The rail station for London is at Chertsey or Weybridge. The site is outside the Congestion Zone and Low emission Zone.There are 150 pitches including 56 serviced pitches with hardstanding and 16A electricity, plus 15 super service pitches which have TV aerial points, water and waste drainage.
Bellingham Camping & Caravanning Club site is an ideal base for outdoor life in the Northumberland National Park and for exploring the east. The compact campsite provides 70 level pitches on grass and hardstanding, all with 16A electricity. There are 4 camping pods for hire. Bellingham, a traditional Northumbrian village, is within easy strolling distance and offers a heritage centre, shops, pubs, cafés and restaurants. A local bus stops at the site entrance. Walk to Hareshaw Linn waterfall or visit the Kielder Water and Forest Park, nine miles to the west. Hadrian’s Wall is a similar distance to the south.
Welcoming non-members and tents, the Camping and Caravanning Club site at Barnard Castle was opened in 1996. There are 90 flat pitches, most on grass but including 35 hardstanding pitches (gravel base with room for both car and caravan and space for an awning on grass). There are 81 electricity hook-ups (16A). One side of the site is bordered by mature trees and there is an attractive woodland dog walking area leading to a riverside footpath which takes you into Barnard Castle. There are many footpaths and walks in the area and numerous local attractions. The market town itself has many attractions - Bowes Museum, Egglestone Abbey and Raby Castle, all within a ten mile radius of the site. The site also has 5 safari tents available to hire.
Canterbury Camping & Caravanning Club site is situated just off the A257 Sandwich road, about 1.5 miles from the centre of Canterbury and easily accessible by foot, bike or bus. This site is a good base for exploring Canterbury's history and heritage with its wonderful cathedral and the ruins of St Augustine’s Abbey. It also has an eclectic mix of specialist shops, independent retailers, bars and restaurants. The site's location also makes it a good stopover for the Dover ferries and the Folkestone Channel Tunnel terminal. A good sized overnight area for late arrivals can be reached even when the barriers are down. Although the busy A257 is close, there is minimal noise from the traffic. Note: power lines cross the site. There are 180 pitches (some seasonal), 120 with 16A electric hook-ups - some sloping so blocks are advised. Most of the pitches are on well kept grass with hundreds of saplings planted but there are also 65 pitches with hardstanding. The site also has 6 safari tents for hire.