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Be a happy camper at these affordable campsites

Pitching a tent is the cheapest way to holiday this year, says Sarah Marshall.

Joseph Connor by Joseph Connor
2023-05-18 15:44
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For centuries, travellers have sought shelter in yurts, tents and make-shift wooden structures. Thankfully, the options for temporary accommodation have improved since then, but camping remains one of the most thrilling ways to enjoy the great outdoors.

Even better, it’s affordable too – with most tent pitches costing less than £20 per night. And as the weather starts to improve, the idea of sleeping under canvas is also more appealing.

Book into one of these sites to find out for yourself.

Knepp Estate, near Horsham, West Sussex

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If an African safari feels too far from economic reach, a weekend at one of Europe’s largest rewilding habitats is a great alternative. Wild ponies, cattle and deer roam the 3,500-acre Knepp Estate, where accommodation includes shepherd’s huts, bell tents with views of ancient woodland and wildflower meadows.

For a greater level of comfort, there’s also a treehouse made from sustainably sourced oak, chestnut and Douglas fir, built around a mature oak tree in a secluded part of the forest.

Join a guided safari to learn about the rewilding project, searching for beavers, bats, foxes and owls, or try wild swimming in a pond accessed by a deck of stairs.

Camping facilities include a shop, breakfast baskets, cafe, glamping kitchen, giant pizza ovens, showers and a drying room.

How: Tent pitches from £20 per night; shepherd’s huts (sleeps two) from £265 for two nights; treehouse (sleeps two) from £410 for two nights. Visit knepp.co.uk

Castle Ward Caravan Park, County Down, Ireland

It looks like the clocks have jaunted forward to summer time. #ClocksGoForward Saunter through Sunday sunshine with a horse and carriage ride at Castle Ward this #MothersDay afternoon. pic.twitter.com/OfsFv1Ehs0

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Wake up in a Game of Thrones fantasyland by staying at this campsite not far from the original set used for Winterfell. Overlooking Strangford Lough in County Down, tents can be pitched in woodland, parkland and landscaped gardens. The site is also within easy reach of many hiking trails.

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If you don’t fancy setting up a campfire, the pubs and restaurants of Strangford village are only a 15-minute walk away.

How: Tent pitches from £18 per person, pods from £61. Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays/

Brownsea Island, Dorset

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Early scouts and girl guides honed their outdoor skills on this wildlife-filled island off the Dorset coast. Visitors usually come for a day trip, but once the last boat has departed, there’s an opportunity to sleep overnight in this campsite overlooking the Purbeck Hills.

Wake up early to watch red squirrels scurrying through the treetops or catch a glimpse of Sika deer slinking through the woodland. Spend days exploring the lagoon, lakes and reedbeds – rich in birdlife – or simply laze on the beach.

Although it’s a bit of a trek to reach the site – located on the south side of the island – a basic campsite shop and cooking facilities will help lighten your load.

How: Pitches from £28 a night; bell tents from £115 a night. Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays

Grange Farm, Brighstone, Isle of Wight

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When a campsite scores points with locals too, you know it must be good. Set on a cliff-top overlooking the English Channel, this family-run set-up has everything: tent pitches, electric hook ups, static caravans and cottages. Part of a farm, it’s also populated by Kunekune pigs, goats, micro pigs, rare breed sheep, horses, water buffalo and donkeys.

It’s an easy stroll to a sandy Brighstone beach, part of a coastline where dinosaur fossils have been found, where conditions are also suitable for surfing. Considered an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Brightone Bay also has plenty of scenic walking trails – while a lack of light pollution means stars shine brightly at night.

How: Pitches from £9.50 per night. Visit grangefarmcamping.co.uk

Woodhill Park, East Runton, Norfolk

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Norfolk recently played a starring role in Sir David Attenborough’s Wild Isles series, showcasing the variety of wildlife the area has to offer. This cliff-top campsite is ideally located to experience great sightings.

A CoastHopper bus service offers trips to Blakeney to see seals, while plenty of butterflies and birds flutter through the site’s grounds. The Norfolk Coastal Path, stretching 84 miles Hunstanton and Hopton-on-Sea, is also close by.

How: Pitches from £15.65 per night (based on two adults). Visit woodhill-park.com

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