Campsites Open All Year Round
Make the most of winter camping with flexible stays from just one night at our year-round and extended-season campsites.
The quieter the season, the greater the escape.
There is a wonderful sense of freedom that comes with off-peak camping; tranquil landscapes, quieter paths and the space to truly unwind. With our collection of year-round and extended-season Club Sites open right through Christmas, New Year and beyond, you can carry on exploring the UK through winter and into early spring with total reassurance.
Whether you're looking for a peaceful winter escape or a short break over Christmas and New Year, these Club Sites offer welcoming bases for memorable adventures as the countryside changes. Plus, with no minimum night stay*, (excluding high season dates) you have the freedom to pitch up on your own terms, whether that’s a cosy one-night mini-break or campsite hopping across your favourite regions.
Use our map to find a campsite open during the off-peak season, alongside all the advice and inspiration you need to get out there.
*Winter Minimum Stay Terms and Conditions
• During this period, eligible stays can be booked for 1 night or more.
• Bookings can be made via the website, mobile app, Service Centre or directly on site.
• Available at participating Club Sites: Blackmore, Bowness on Windermere, Braithwaite Village, Canterbury, Charmouth, Cheddar, Chertsey, Chichester, Conkers, Delamere Forest, Derwentwater, Devizes, Hertford, Horsley, Nottingham, Kendal, Keswick, Kingsbury Water Park, Loch Ness Shores, Moffat, Salisbury, Sandringham, Scone, Tavistock, Winchcombe, Windermere, Wolverley
• Site opening and closing dates vary.
• High season dates are excluded, and standard minimum stay requirements may apply. The following dates are excluded: 25/12/2026 - 27/12/2026 and 31/12/2026 - 01/01/2027 for sites located in England and Wales. 25/12/2026 - 27/12/2026 and 31/12/2026 - 02/01/2027 for sites located in Scotland.
• If a booking includes both qualifying and excluded dates, standard minimum stay requirements apply to any stay overlapping excluded dates.
• The removal of minimum stay restrictions applies to touring pitch bookings only. Pods, Lodges, Seasonal and Storage bookings are excluded.
• Available to members and non-members.
• Subject to pitch and site availability.
• The Club's standard booking Terms and Conditions, including payment, amendment and cancellation provisions, apply.
• The Club reserves the right to amend or withdraw the removal of minimum stay restrictions for new bookings where reasonably necessary due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control. Confirmed bookings will remain unaffected unless the relevant site is required to close for safety or operational reasons, in which case standard cancellation and refund policies will apply.
Christmas and New Year camping
Experience festive magic from one of our campsites which are open over the Christmas and New Year period.
Christmas campsite availability
24th - 27th DecemberNew Year campsite availability
30th December - 1st JanuaryReasons to book a year-round campsite
The incredible outdoors doesn’t slow down for the colder months! Here are some of the reasons to continue camping when others are packing away for the winter:
🤫Quieter camping breaks
Outside of school holidays, enjoy a quieter getaway at our campsites. Relax on your pitch, soak up the sounds of nature and explore nearby attractions with fewer crowds and off-peak discounts.
💷Lower prices off-peak
Camping breaks in the colder months often cost less than in the summer, leaving you with more to spend on local attractions, little treats or even your next getaway..
🎄Festive fun
With the winter months comes the chance to enjoy traditions and festivities. In November, organised firework events and bonfire nights supply evening entertainment. In December, historic attractions are decked to the nines, Christmas markets are brimming with festive cheer, and New Years Eve offers the chance to celebrate the coming year.
🐾More dog-friendly activities
All our campsites are dog-friendly and in the colder months you’ll find more beaches welcome dogs, so it’s the perfect time to enjoy blustery walks with your four-legged companions
🛖Cosy glamping stays
Take the effort out of winter camping and book a stay in year round glamping accommodation such as our Braithwaite Village Lodges or Pods in the Lake District.
Year round camping FAQs
Where are the best places for winter camping in the UK?
All our campsites open over the winter months are situated in great locations for exploring the local area. Some of our most popular winter campsites include:
• Braithwaite Village Club Site, Cumbria
• Bowness on Windermere Club Site, Cumbria
• Canterbury Club Site, Kent
• Hertford Club Site, Hertfordshire
• Moffat Club Site, Dumfries and Galloway
• Salisbury Club Site, Wiltshire
• Tavistock Club Site, Devon
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Any tips for keeping warm while camping during winter?
Yes! From kit recommendations, to practical tips, our advice hub is a good place to start. Kick off your research with our top tips for staying warm while winter camping. Our top three tips include:
- Having the right kit for the weather you're camping in. With the correct insulation and ventilation, even tent camping in the winter can be comfortable and enjoyable.
- Wear layers, including a thermal base layer. Include wool, silk and polyester layers rather than cotton, which doesn't insulate well when wet.
- Don't wait until your cold to take action. Staying warm is much easier than getting warm once you're cold.
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Is tent camping possible in the winter?
Yes, see our information on four season tents. While it takes more preparation and planning, winter tent camping can be really enjoyable. The right kit will keep you warm.
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How cold is too cold for camping?
There’s no single temperature that’s considered “too cold” for camping in the UK. It depends on your personal comfort, how well suited your equipment is to cold conditions, and the weather you’re camping in. For example, a windy, rainy night at 5°C can feel much colder than a calm, dry night at the same temperature. Some articles in our advice hub which may be of use:
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How can I heat a tent? Can I use a heater?
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Can you go glamping in the winter?
Which winter campsites allow dogs?
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Advice and inspiration for your colder camping trips
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