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Theme park campsites UK: best family destinations
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Thrill seeker alert! Who fancies a campervan holiday while taking in famous UK theme parks like Alton Towers, LEGOLAND® Windsor, Thorpe Park or Chessington World of Adventures? Whether you’re holidaying with your family or a group of mates, we have a brilliant idea for you! Don’t arrive for your day at the park after a long drive – look for campsites near theme parks, so you can rock up the next morning all rested and raring to go.
We’ve put together a guide listing all the top UK theme parks and where to camp nearby.
Campsites near Alton Towers
The second most visited theme park in the UK (the most visited is LEGOLAND® Windsor), Alton Towers Resort in Staffordshire is made up of a theme park, water park, spa and mini-golf complex.
Address: Farley Ln, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent ST10 4DB
[Alton, The Star Camping and Caravanning Club Site](https://www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/campsites/uk/staffordshire/stoke-on-trent/alton-the-star-camping-and-caravanning-club-site/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=google_places&utm_content=alton# Availability)
Map and location:Stoke-on-Trent ST10 3DW
Price: from £17.70 per night (two adults)
Distance from theme park: 1.5 miles
Well-sheltered site on the doorstep of the Peak District and five minutes’ stroll from the local pub. Denstone Hall Farm Shop and Café, selling home-reared beef, local veg, cheeses, cakes, gifts and beers from independent suppliers, is a 10-minute drive away.
Site features
Grass or hardstanding pitches; Super Service pitches overlook the play area
Dedicated accessible facilities, motorhome service point, laundry and parent/baby washroom
Pets welcome: dog walk on site
Gas sales available
Alternative: Lower Micklin Touring Park
Map and location:Alton Rd, Denstone, Uttoxeter ST14 5DJ
Price: from £20 per night (two adults)
Distance from theme park: 2 miles
Campsites near Thorpe Park
Popular Thorpe Park Resort is a Surrey theme park with rides including Stealth, the UK's fastest rollercoaster.
Address: Staines Rd, Chertsey KT16 8PN
Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Map and location:65-67 Bridge Rd, Chertsey KT16 8JX
Price: from £10 per person per night
Distance from theme park: 2.5 miles
On the banks of the River Thames with the 184-mile Thames Path National Trail passing alongside. The park is also a convenient base for LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort and Chessington World of Adventures, both within 12 miles.
Site features
Dedicated accessible facilities, motorhome service point, gas sales, laundry and parent/baby washroom
Play area, recreation hall and TV room
Easy access to days in London: 39-minute journey to Waterloo from local station Weybridge
Two pubs within five minutes walk
Alternative: Laleham Camping Club
Map and location:Thames Side, Staines-upon-Thames, Staines TW18 1SS
Price: from £12 per night
Distance from theme park: 3.5 miles
Campsites near Drayton Manor
Drayton Manor Theme Park in Staffordshire is in the grounds of the same-named former stately home. It has rides, Thomas Land and Europe’s only stand-up roller coaster.
Address: Near Tamworth, Staffordshire, B78 3TW (satnav users: use postcode BT8 3SA)
Drayton Manor Theme Park Campsite
Map and Location:Drayton Manor Dr, Mile Oak, Drayton Bassett, Tamworth B78 3TT
Price: from £17.70 per night (two adults)
Distance from theme park: n/a
Family-friendly campsite right next to the theme park, close to the National Forest and the snowy ski slope at the SnowDome.
Site features
90 pitches in a peaceful setting
Large facilities block, parent and baby room, Elsan points, shop and play area.
Nearest bus stop within a mile
Under an hour’s drive from Alton Towers
Alternative: Nightingales Rustic Camping
Map and location: Nightingales Wood, Atherstone CV9 2JR
Price: from £20 per night (non-electric pitch, four people)
Distance from theme park: 6 miles
Campsites near Chessington
Chessington World of Adventures Resort is a Surrey theme park just 12 miles from central London. Its zoo has over 1,000 animals including gorillas, sea lions and tigers, and has a Sea Life Centre.
Address: Leatherhead Rd, Chessington KT9 2NE
[Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site](https://www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/campsites/uk/surrey/walton-on-thames/walton-on-thames-camping-and-caravanning-club-site/# Availability)
Map and location:Fieldcommon Ln, West Molesey, Molesey, Walton-on-Thames KT12 3QG
Price: from £10.60 per night (two adults)
Distance from theme park: 9 miles
A peaceful, low-key and traditional campsite within the M25 motorway, run by the club for over 90 years, and with easy access to Hampton Court Palace and London. Best suited to self-contained vans as there are no toilets or showers on site.
Site features
Well laid out, spacious setting
Dog walk on-site and many walks close by including a riverside walk to Hersham
Resident parakeets
Fishing available
Alternative: [Horsley Camping and Caravanning Club Site](https://www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/campsites/uk/surrey/east-horsley/horsley-camping-and-caravanning-club-site/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_content=Horsley&utm_campaign=google_places# Availability)
Map and location:Ockham Rd N, West Horsley, East Horsley KT24 6PE
Price: from £20.40 (two adults)
Distance from theme park: 12 miles
Campsites near Lightwater Valley
Thrill-seekers holidaying in North Yorkshire should enjoy a day at Lightwater Valley Theme Park, home to Europe's longest roller coaster The Ultimate, as well as an Angry Birds area and falconry experiences.
Address: Water Ln, North Stainley, Ripon HG4 3HT
Woodhouse Farm Holiday Park
Map and Location:Woodhouse Farm, Winksley, Ripon HG4 3PG
Price: from £21.50 per night (motorhome pitch with electric hook-up, for two adults)
Distance from theme park: 8 miles
Family-owned park in Yorkshire’s Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, set in 50 acres of fields and woodland close to the Yorkshire Dales.
Site features
Hardstanding or grass pitches
Established for over 20 years
Family-run pub and restaurant on site
Soft play area with party bookings available
Alternative: Howgrave Hall Caravan Park
Map and location:Howgrave, Bedale DL8 2NT
Price: £17 per night (per pitch, up to four people)
Distance from theme park: 6.5 miles
Campsites near Peppa Pig World
Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World in the New Forest is a popular destination for families with young children who come to see the characters of Peppa Pig. Also on-site are over 80 species of birds and animals to see, and 70 rides and attractions including roller coasters and water slides.
Address: Ower, Romsey SO51 6AL
Paultons Campsite
Map and location:Wade Park Farm, Romsey Road, Ower, SO51 6AF
Price: £28.50 per night (one hardstanding motorhome or campervan pitch for up to two adults and two children four years and under, with electric hook-up)
Distance from theme park: 0.5 miles
Friendly, family-run site on the edge of the New Forest, directly opposite the entrance to Paultons Theme Park and two minutes drive from the M27.
Site features
All pitches with 16-amp electric hook-up and six-seater picnic bench
Gents’ and ladies’ toilet and shower facilities, plus covered washing up area with hot and cold water
Ride-on toys, balance bikes, bats, balls, football goal and skipping ropes for kids’ play
Pub directly opposite and another within walking distance
Alternative: Green Pastures Farm Camping & Touring Park
Map and Location:Green Pastures Farm, Whitemoor Ln, Ower, Romsey SO51 6AJ
Price: from £21 per night (one pitch, two guests)
Distance from theme park: 1.5 miles
Campsites near Legoland
Visit LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort for Lego-themed rides, models and workshops for children between three and 12, in the most visited theme park in the UK.
Address: Winkfield Rd, Windsor SL4 4AY
Map and location:Scotlands House, Forest Rd, Warfield, Bracknell RG42 6AJ
Price: from £12 per night (campervan or motorhome pitch for two adults with children, including awning)
Distance from theme park: 6 miles
Quiet, secluded and back-to-basics family campsite close to LEGOLAND® as well as Windsor Castle and Ascot Racecourse. Best suited to self-contained vans as there are no toilets or showers on site.
Site feature
Four pubs/restaurants within a few minutes walk
Playpark and cricket pitch next door
Dog friendly with good walks around the site
Firepits and barbecues allowed
Alternative: [Hurley Riverside Park](https://hurleyriversidepark.co.uk/book-now/# book)
Map and Location: Hurley, Berkshire SL6 5NE
Price: approx. £23 per night (two guests)
Distance from theme park: 11.5 miles
Campsites near Flamingo Land
Another popular Yorkshire theme park, Flamingo Land Resort has themed areas, dozens of rides including roller coasters and water rides, and regular events at Party In The Park. There’s also a zoo with over 120 species.
Address: Kirby Misperton, Malton YO17 6UX
Map and location:Kirby Misperton, Malton YO17 6UU
Price: from £23 (per pitch with electric hook-up, for up to six guests)
Distance from theme park: 0.3 miles
This family-owned campsite is a top pick for family stays near Flamingo Land, coming with a coarse fishing lake as well as a play area with a climbing wall. The theme park is within a couple of minutes walk.
Site features
Modern amenities block with showers, toilets and laundry
Two pubs serving food nearby
Private fishing lake well stocked with carp, rudd, roach and perch
Shop selling milk, cold drinks, bacon, cheese, sausages, home baking, newspapers and bread
Alternative: Flamingo Land Resort
Map and location:Kirby Misperton, Malton YO17 6UX
Price: from £102 per night first night (per pitch); £58 subsequent nights (includes theme park admission for stays in low season)
Distance from theme park: n/a
Plan your theme park camping trip today
And there you have our roundup of great campsites near theme parks. Use our ideas above to design your own UK theme park holiday, upping the excitement even further by making it a campervan or motorhome break as well!
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