There’s nothing quite like that sense of serenity that comes with coastal camping.

The UK is home to many gems when it comes to outdoor camping, including a vast selection of incredible coastal campsite spots. After all, who doesn’t love the feeling of the ocean breeze on their skin?

At Winfields Outdoors, we’re passionate about being able to provide you with the best advice possible in regards to all things camping and outdoors. That’s why we’ve devised a selection of several campsites near the coast that tick all the boxes for a memorable camping experience.

We’ve done some thorough research and comparisons to make sure that we deliver the best, in terms of facilities and location – so we guarantee you won’t be disappointed by our coastal campsite top picks.

Ready to find out the best coastal areas to go camping in the UK? Read on to find out more…

Why you should stay at a campsite near the coast

Visiting a campsite near the coast is the best way to experience an outdoor holiday. Unfortunately, it’s not permitted to camp on the beach, as it’s classed as wild camping. This is true for England and Wales – so a coastal campsite is your best bet.

Scotland and Ireland’s rules vary depending on region, so if wild camping on the beach is what you want to do – we recommend looking into the legal restrictions of the area before traveling.

A pro tip – coastal campsites are renowned for being a little windy due to their location. To avoid any unnecessary hassle, consider upgrading your tent pegs to ensure you have no issue pitching your tent. If you would like more information on this, check out our full tent peg guide here.

Campsites also offer amazing facilities to ensure that you have the best camping experience possible, allowing you to camp in the location you want with a ton of handy facilities on site.

5 beautiful campsites near the coast

We’ve hand-selected five hard-to-beat campsites across the UK that are situated near the coast.

These five incredible sites are in idyllic coastal campsite locations, and offer a superb range of top-notch facilities to ensure that you enjoy your stay – and make use of the beautiful beaches dotted around the UK.

Bude Club Site – Cornwall

To start, we have none other than the Bude Club Site, situated in Gillards Moor, Bude.

The Bude Club Site is situated in Cornwall, home to the best surfing spots in the UK. This coastal gem is close to three popular beaches – making it one of the most incredible spots in the UK for coastal camping.

Not only is the Bude Club site great for coastal visits, but there’s plenty of other outdoor activities to get stuck into. Whether you fancy hiking up one of the many scenic clifftop routes available nearby or fancy a fishing trip down at one of the nearby ports – activities are abundant for the whole family to enjoy.

You’ll be able to wrap up the day by visiting the local eateries, of which there is no shortage. Many of the local eateries in the Bude area love to cook up a storm using locally sourced ingredients – so you’ll have no problem finding a great spot for a hearty meal.

Key Facilities of the Bude Club Site include:

Toilet and shower facilities.
Washbasin facilities.
Accessible facilities.
Dishwashing facilities.
Washing machine facilities.
Parent and baby rooms.
Freshwater points are located all around the campsite.
Children’s play area facilities.
Designated dog walking paths.
Wi-fi.
Pets allowed.
Situated close to nearby eateries.

Key features of the Bude Club Site include:

Sea views from the campsite.
Loch views from the campsite.
Tents allowed.
Trailer tents allowed.
Caravans allowed.
Motorhomes allowed.
Various pitching areas.
Ready camp tents available on-site.

Nearby coastal spots:

Crackington Haven – within 3.8 miles.
Black Rock Sands – within 6 miles.
Widemouth Bay – within 6 miles.
Trebarwith Beach – within 11 miles.

Key features of the Bude Club Site include:

Sea views from the campsite.
Loch views from the campsite.
Tents allowed.
Trailer tents allowed.
Caravans allowed.
Motorhomes allowed.
Various pitching areas.
Ready camp tents available on-site.

Nearby coastal spots:

Crackington Haven – within 3.8 miles.
Black Rock Sands – within 6 miles.
Widemouth Bay – within 6 miles.
Trebarwith Beach – within 11 miles.

Wold Farm Campsite – Yorkshire

Next, we have the Wold Farm Campsite, situated in Flamborough, Yorkshire. Wold Farm Campsite is situated in an idyllic isolated site, where you’re surrounded by views of nature at its finest.

Wold Farm Campsite offers a selection of several large camping fields. A truly perfect location for campers who catch glimpses of wildlife on their outdoor trips, as many come from far away to bird watch – as you’ll more than likely see a Puffin or two.

In relation to the coast, Wold Farm Campsite is essentially a stone’s throw away from two of the most sought-after beaches in the UK. These include the famous North Landing beach, situated in Bridlington, and also Seldwicks Bay, situated on the peak of Flamborough.

It’s worth noting that Wold Farm Campsite is also very close to other natural attractions, such as the drinking dinosaur rock – which is also situated around a coastal cove.

Key facilities of the Wold Farm Campsite include:

Toilet blocks on-site.
Shower blocks on-site.
Drinking water facilities on-site.
Dishwashing facilities.
Free parking is available.
Outdoor furniture on-site.
Picnic areas on-site.
Suitable for caravans.
Suitable for pitching tents.
Suitable for motorhomes.
Children’s activities are available.

Key features of the Wold Farm Campsite include:

An isolated area surrounded by nature.
Panoramic sea views.
Lighthouse views.
Puffin and bird spotting from the campsite.
Coastal paths nearby.
Exclusive private path for guests that leads directly to North Landing beach.
Exclusive private hiking path for guests that leads across the cliffs.
Cliff paths nearby.
Hiking paths nearby.
Dogs allowed.
Close to local eateries.

Nearby coastal spots:

North landing Beach – within 2.4 miles.
Selwicks bay – within 3.2 miles.
The Drinking Dinosaur – within 3.6 miles.

Key features of the Wold Farm Campsite include:

An isolated area surrounded by nature.
Panoramic sea views.
Lighthouse views.
Puffin and bird spotting from the campsite.
Coastal paths nearby.
Exclusive private path for guests that leads directly to North Landing beach.
Exclusive private hiking path for guests that leads across the cliffs.
Cliff paths nearby.
Hiking paths nearby.
Dogs allowed.
Close to local eateries.

Nearby coastal spots:

North landing Beach – within 2.4 miles.
Selwicks bay – within 3.2 miles.
The Drinking Dinosaur – within 3.6 miles.

Heritage Coast Campsite – Wales

Discover what coastal camping in Wales has to offer with Heritage Coast Campsite, situated in Glamorgan, South Wales.

Whether you prefer a glamping trip or prefer to keep it authentic – Heritage Coast Campsite caters to all types of camping preferences. This fantastic location is perfect for campers who love being active on their outdoor adventures, as there’s direct access to a 35-mile hiking stretch – the Glamorgan Heritage Coast Path.

In addition, you’ll also be welcomed with spectacular views and scenery, along with closeby coves, beautiful golden beaches, national trail hiking paths and cliff tops, and nature reserves – such as the famous Sand Dunes in Merthyr Mawr – located just 7 miles away. and more.

Discover what coastal camping in Wales has to offer with Heritage Coast Campsite, situated in Glamorgan, South Wales.
Whether you prefer a glamping trip or prefer to keep it authentic – Heritage Coast Campsite caters to all types of camping preferences. This fantastic location is perfect for campers who love being active on their outdoor adventures, as there’s direct access to a 35-mile hiking stretch – the Glamorgan Heritage Coast Path.
In addition, you’ll also be welcomed with spectacular views and scenery, along with closeby coves, beautiful golden beaches, national trail hiking paths and cliff tops, and nature reserves – such as the famous Sand Dunes in Merthyr Mawr – located just 7 miles away. and more.

Key facilities of the Heritage Coast Campsite include:

Separate section consisting of a converted stable block for on-site facilities.
Toilet facilities on-site.
Shower facilities on-site.
Additional unisex facilities are on-site.
Accessible facilities on-site.
Baby-changing rooms are on-site.
Utility room available for guests.
Basin facilities.
Freezer facilities.
Locker access for guests.
Fire pits.
BBQ facilities (guests are not permitted to use disposable BBQs)
Log and Charcoal are available for purchase.

Key features of the Heritage Coast Campsite include:

Tent pitching allowed.
Campervans allowed.
Restaurant on site.
Bar on site.
Eateries nearby.
Incredible views of nature.
Dogs are welcome.
Walkable distance to a beach.
A stone’s throw away from a coastal village.
Hiking paths nearby.

Nearby coastal spots:

Monknash Beach – within 0.7 miles.
Dunraven Bay – within 4.8 miles.

Key features of the Heritage Coast Campsite include:

Tent pitching allowed.
Campervans allowed.
Restaurant on site.
Bar on site.
Eateries nearby.
Incredible views of nature.
Dogs are welcome.
Walkable distance to a beach.
A stone’s throw away from a coastal village.
Hiking paths nearby.

Nearby coastal spots:

Monknash Beach – within 0.7 miles.
Dunraven Bay – within 4.8 miles.

Highview Holiday Park – Northern Ireland

If you’re more of a glamping camper – you’ll adore the Highview Holiday Park, situated in the picturesque seaside village of Portrush, Northern Ireland.

Highview Holiday Park has truly encapsulated what glamping is all about. This incredible campsite has created the perfect balance between being submerged in nature – all whilst providing the means so that campers have added homely comfort throughout their stay.

When you visit the Highview Holiday Park, you’re nestled on the rural coast, whilst not being too far away from local amenities. It’s the perfect location for people who love being outdoors, as there’s a variety of water sports, coastal and cliff paths, and other walking trail routes on offer.

The surrounding beaches, such as the White Rocks, stretch for miles and are filled with soft golden sand throughout, accompanied by scenic limestone cliffs. Portrush is also home to a variety of wildlife, so it’s not uncommon to see seals on the shoreline.

Key Facilities of the Highview Holiday Park include:

Accessible facilities on-site.
WiFi is available on-site.
Laundry facilities are on-site.
Toilet facilities on-site.
Shower facilities.
Glamping facilities.
Parking facilities.
Nearby pubs, entertainment, and eateries.
Drinking water facilities are available on-site.
Electronic hook-ups are available on-site.
Washroom facilities.
Children’s playground.

Key Features of the Highview Holiday Park include:

Bike hire available on-site.
Nearby access to golf facilities.
Quiet and peaceful location.
Touring caravan pitch.
Motorhome pitch.
Nearby watersport facilities.
Nearby shops and boutiques.
Nearby to hiking paths, rural reserves, beaches, and coves.
Campervan pitch.
Glamping lodges are available on-site.
Glamping cabins are available on-site.
Glamping Pods/huts are available on-site.

Nearby coastal spots:

White Rocks Coastal Path – within 1 mile.
Dunluce Castle – within 1.6 miles.
Portrush White Rocks Beach – within 3.5 miles.

Key Features of the Highview Holiday Park include:

Bike hire available on-site.
Nearby access to golf facilities.
Quiet and peaceful location.
Touring caravan pitch.
Motorhome pitch.
Nearby watersport facilities.
Nearby shops and boutiques.
Nearby to hiking paths, rural reserves, beaches, and coves.
Campervan pitch.
Glamping lodges are available on-site.
Glamping cabins are available on-site.
Glamping Pods/huts are available on-site.

Nearby coastal spots:

White Rocks Coastal Path – within 1 mile.
Dunluce Castle – within 1.6 miles.
Portrush White Rocks Beach – within 3.5 miles.

Ocean Pitch Campsite

Last, but certainly not least, we have the pinnacle of coastal camping – Ocean Pitch Campsite – situated in Croyde, Devon.

With Croyde Bay quite literally on the doorstep, Ocean Pitch Campsite is hard to beat when it comes to camping on the coast.

Campers who choose to visit Ocean Pitch Campsite for their outdoor holidays are spoilt for choice – this stunning location is complemented by the natural scenic surroundings – with cycling, walking, and hiking trails that are reachable within minutes.