10 Wild-Style Campsite and Campervan Pairings To Get Off-Grid in England

10 Wild-Style Campsite and Campervan Pairings To Get Off-Grid in England

Combine a Wild With Consent approved campsite with the perfect Camplify van, for a holiday that brings you closer to nature.

Switch off, pack up, and hit the open road – your next digital detox awaits. It’s easier than ever to swap screens and crowds for some of the UK’s most untouched landscapes on a trip that combines the convenience of campervan hire with the serenity of wild camping.

Thanks to the new Camplify Analogue Escape Index, it’s never been simpler to choose an off-grid spot to explore. Spanning North to South, these top 10 locations offer every traveller a true break from the buzz.

We’ve partnered with Wild With Consent – a platform compiling the country’s best private and semi-wild camping sites with landowner consent – to reveal the top 10 locations for an off-grid adventure, and recommend the van and campsite to get you there.

1.    Devon

From the wilds of Dartmoor National Park to the beautiful beaches of the Jurassic Coast, it’s no surprise that Devon ranks first on the Camplify Analogue Escapes Index.

The wild-style campsite: Old Brook Farm River

Explore tranquil pastureland, classic Devon stone barns, and open moors from Old Brook Farm. Its riverside location makes it ideal for wild-swimming enthusiasts, while also providing chances to spot kingfishers and wagtails flashing along the banks.

Things to do nearby Devon:

• Hike up Pupers Hill

• Explore the Buckfast Abbey estate

• Relax at a Dartmoor pub

• Visit National Trust Hembury and Holne Woods

• Stargaze beside the firepit

Book Old Brook Farm from £55 per night.

The van: Nigel, Whimple 

2.  Cumbria

Awarded second place on the index for its sheer volume of offline campsites, visitors are spoiled for choice for where to base themselves on a visit to Cumbria’s Lake District.

The wild-style campsite: Strickley Farm 

An award-winning organic dairy farm, wild-style camping at Strickley Farm is as tranquil as it is welcoming. This wildlife haven is home to otters, kingfishers, white-clawed crayfish and brown trout. Campers can walk just over a mile to two welcoming country pubs.

Things to do nearby Cumbria:

• Hike one or more of the legendary Wainwright Fells

• Visit nearby Kendal to try the famous mint cake

• Take a day trip to National Trust Sizergh

• Drive to Lake Windermere and enjoy the view

Book Strickley Farm from £65 per night.

The van: Big Yellow Camper, Kelty

3.  Yorkshire

The Yorkshire Dales earned ‘God’s own county’ third place in the Camplify Index, and the region has no shortage of natural wonders to take you off-grid.

The wild-style campsite:  Adambottom Farm 

Budding cyclist will love this wild-style campsite, which offers a wide range of biking and hiking trails. Onsite, campers can enjoy panoramic views of Bolton Castle, and wildflowers all around during summer. Nearby Aysgarth Falls offers an attractive local walk. 

Things to do nearby Yorkshire:

• Take a family bike ride on the trails

• Visit nearby Bolton Castle

• Birdwatching – look out for kingfishers, curlews, and oyster catchers

• Wild swim in the River Ure

Book Adambottom Farm from £55 per night.

The van: Ada, Wirral

4.  Cornwall

Cornwall’s sweeping coastlines have made it a staycation favourite for centuries, and when it comes to off-grid escapes, this coastal region has plenty to keep you entertained.

The wild-style campsite:  Menagissey Farm 

Campers at Menagissey Farm are perfectly placed to enjoy the wonders of Cornwall’s protected coastline and hiking areas. Set within a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the beach is within walking distance.

Things to do nearby Cornwall:

• Take a dip in Porthtowan Tidal Pool

• Explore the North Cornwall coastal path

• Learn about the UNESCO-listed St. Agnes Mining District

• Visit the Tywarnhayle mine chimney

Book Menagissey Farm from £45 per night. 

The van: Cornish Travelling Transit, Newquay

5.  Somerset 

Somerset is best known as the home of Glastonbury Festival, but it also offers plenty of peaceful, off-grid locations, including designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

The wild-style campsite:  Park Farm 

Soak up the picturesque surrounds of Somerset’s archetypal open fields and woodlands at Park Farm. This pitch offers majestic views of King Alfred’s Tower, and the opportunity to witness rare wild orchids.

Things to do nearby Somerset:

• Take a 2-hour walk to National Trust Stourhead House

• Climb hundreds of stairs to appreciate the stunning views from Alfred’s Tower

• Visit a local Somerset pub

• Go further afield to explore the Mendip Hills or the Roman baths at Bath

Book Park Farm from £45 per night. 

The van: Vera, Reading

6.  Wiltshire

Beloved for its ancient history, iconic landmarks, and rolling countryside, Wiltshire’s deep prehistoric roots go far beyond Stonehenge, making it a truly atmospheric off-grid staycation destination.

The wild-style campsite: East Kennett Manor Farm 

With a stunning Marlborough Downs location, East Kennett Manor Farm is a stone’s throw from some of the UK’s most well-preserved Iron Age archaeological sites. Its cosy picnic area and fire pit set the perfect scene for evening relaxation.

Things to do nearby Wiltshire:

• Explore Iron Age archaeological sites like Avebury, Sillbury Hill and the West Kennett Long Barrow

• Spot bluebells in spring while takin a walk in West Woods

• Visit the striking chalk Alton Barnes White Horse, carved into the hillside

• Stargaze in one of the hammocks on site

Book East Kennett Manor Farm from £45 per night. 

The van: Benji, London

7.   Dorset

While Dorset’s coastline shines, its lesser-known inland wonders offer the ideal peace and quiet for an off-grid camping adventure. Its rolling hills, forests, rivers, and historic villages are ripe for exploration.

The wild-style campsite:  Lake Farm 

Lake Farm is located within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and is home to deer, otters, kingfishers and barn owls. Nearby Westcombe Coppice inspired legendary author Thomas Hardy, and is carpeted with bluebells in the spring.

Things to do nearby Dorset:

• Explore Dorset’s literary history at nearby Westcombe Coppice 

• Take a day trip to Mapperton House, Gardens & Wildlands

• Learn about local history at the Beaminster Museum

• Visit Kingcombe Meadows Nature Reserve

Book Lake Farm from £45 per night. 

The van: Barbarella, Bournemouth

8.  Northumberland 

Another county praised for its coastline, Northumberland’s inland landscapes are just as impressive, and often far less crowded – perfect for off-grid trips and quiet tranquillity.

The wild-style campsite: Low Trewhitt River Valley 

The Simonside Hills are a popular spot for hiking in Northumberland, offering stunning views across the North Sea coastline and Cheviots and surrounding countryside, and Low Trewhitt Farm puts campers in the middle of it all.

Things to do nearby Northumberland:

• Visit in the late autumn to witness salmon spawning in the River Coquet

• Hike the Simonside Hills

• Explore the North Sea coastal path

• Discover National Trust Cragside

Book Low Trewhitt River Valley from £45 per night. 

The van: Bumble Bee, Chester-le-Street

9.   Gloucestershire

The Cotswolds are the idyllic jewel in Gloucestershire’s crown, and despite the area’s popularity with visitors, there are still some parts that remain peaceful enough for a wild-style camping holiday.

The wild-style campsite:  Owl Barn 

Owl Barn boasts a south-facing aspect, maximising campers’ prospects of enjoying some Gloucestershire sunshine. Add wildflower meadows and shady woodlands to the mix, and you’ve got a picture-perfect Cotswolds escape.

Book Owl Barn from £45 per night. 

Things to do nearby Gloucestershire:

• Look out for native barn owls swooping across the fields at dusk

• Go country pub-hopping

• Wander the Cotswold Hills

• Visit National Trust Lodge Park and Sherborne Park Estate

The van: Shaka, Bristol 

10. East Sussex

Last but not least, East Sussex is a haven of British cultural heritage – but far from the lively coastal hotspots of Brighton, Eastbourne and Hastings, it also offers nature, beauty, and peace.

The wild-style campsite:  Hawkhurst Wood 

This private woodland camping plot is a biodiversity haven nestled beside a peaceful pond. It’s teeming with wildlife including stags, swallows and woodpeckers – a testament to its truly off-grid nature.

Things to do nearby East Sussex:

• Take a day trip to Glyndebourne country opera house

• Visit nearby farm parks

• Discover the area’s rich charcoal mining history

• Birdwatching

Book Hawkhurst Wood from £55 per night. 

The van: Oscar Wild, Brighton

Get off-grid today

Whether you’re chasing starlit skies, quiet riversides, or sweeping coastal views, these 10 wild-style campsites paired with the perfect campervan make off-grid travel across England effortless.

On the Camplify platform, you’ll find thousands of vehicles to choose from. Each pairs perfectly with a wild-style pitch courtesy of Wild With Consent, our go-to network of unique farm stays and rural hideaways.

What are you waiting for? Make today the day you get off-grid with Camplify and Wild With Consent.