Relax at the most peaceful places in the UK

In this crazy fast-paced non-stop world that we live in, it’s sometimes easy to forget about the importance of a little peace and quiet.

Our Club campsites are close to some of the most beautiful locations in the UK, whether you prefer long sandy beaches, windswept cliffs and moors or serene gardens. Plus, members save with our Great Savings Guide and Member Offers, including membership discounts with Forestry England, Cycling UK and English Heritage.

Some of our featured campsites are also included in our £25 OFF Summer Getaways or 10% OFF Autumn Getaways offers for 2025, making your next trip away even better value.

Image of Tenby Beach, Wales, photo by Wendy Morse

The concept of peacefulness can mean something different to each and every one of us. You could find your peace by walking through one of the UK’s beautiful national parks or parking yourself in the sand to inhale lungfuls of salty sea air or just grabbing a coffee and watching the world go by. If you need to escape the noise for a bit, venture to one of these calming locations which are considered some of the most peaceful places in Britain.

Tenby, Wales

Image of Tenby, Wales. Photo by Anna Patrick

Boasting long stretches of beautiful sandy beaches and rows, upon rows of sweet, colourful terraced houses, Tenby is the epitome of a traditional seaside setting. Blessed with three equally stunning sandy beaches, all of them are lovely for building sandcastles, strolling along the coastline, taking a well-earned snooze or even treating yourself to a tasty ice-cream.

Visit the holy island of Caldey Island, on a 20 minute boat ride direct from Tenby harbour. The island is owned and run by a community of Cistercian monks and is open to the public in the summer months. A true oasis of calm.

Nearby activities and attractions:

Thousand Islands Expeditions - save 10%

Stay at Freshwater East Club Campsite

Barns Ness Lighthouse, Dunbar, Scotland

Surrounded by overgrown grassy plains and sand dunes, Barns Ness Lighthouse stands an impressive 37-metres tall. Situated just over 3 miles from Dunbar, the stone built lighthouse was constructed by engineering brothers David and Charles Stevenson, cousin of the ‘Treasure Island’ author Robert Louis Stevenson.

The rustic scenic setting is the perfect backdrop to admire the seagulls and listen to the sound of the crashing waves. There is also very little light interference from the surrounding villages, which makes stargazing particularly special here.

Nearby activities and attractions:

The Royal Yacht Britannia - save 10%

National Museum of Flight - save 50%

Stay at Yellowcraig Club Campsite

Polperro, Cornwall

Image of Polperro harbour, Cornwall. Photo by Gary Maxwell-Keys

Undoubtably one of Cornwall’s prettiest place to visit with comparisons to the Amalfi Coast, Polperro is a quintessential fishing village, set in a ravine. The main part of the village is clustered around the harbour, but head up the steep climbs for some amazing views and work up an appetite before trying out the local cuisines. Explore the area easily on foot, as the narrow streets of Polperro means vehicles are banned.

Nearby activities and attractions:

Bodmin Railway - save 10%

The Mayflower Museum - save 10%

Stay at Looe Club Campsite

Gatton Park, Reigate, Surrey

Image from Gatton Park, photo by @josevaleraphotography

If you find peace in the tranquillity of nature and gardens, then look no further than the Zen garden at Gatton Park. Founded on the three principles of simplicity, naturalness and austerity, the gardens feature large stones and carefully raked pebbles to create restful patterns. Built in 1909, the garden captured a time when Japanese arts were at the height of fashion. In the 1950’s the garden was lost and not rediscovered until 1999, and is now being sympathetically restored back to its hey-day, with features including a thatched Mika-style tea house, granite lanterns and an oriental bridge.

Nearby activities and attractions:

Eltham Palace - 25% discount on English Heritage membership

Hiver’s London Beekeeping and Beer Tasting - save 15%

Stay at Alderstead Heath Club Campsite

North York Moors

Image of the North York Moors, photo by Claire Parrish

With its sweeping moorland, you can make like Cathy or Heathcliffe from Wuthering Heights and run wild on the North York Moors. This special place has such a stark beauty of large moorlands filled with an abundance of heather and fauna.

Look out for the surprising wildlife from the UK’s smallest bird of prey, the moorland merlin to the whales off the North York Moors coast. There are 26 miles of Jurassic-era coastline to explore, including the famous old fishing villages of Staithes and Robin Hood’s Bay.

Nearby activities and attractions:

Scarborough North Bay Railway - save 10%

Whitby Abbey - 25% discount on English Heritage membership

Stay at North Yorkshire Moors Club Campsite

Norfolk Coast

Image of Brancaster Beach, Norfolk, photo by Daniel Bowden

Norfolk is renowned for its long sweeping coastline, with sandy beaches and wild grassy plains but Scolt Head Island National Nature Reserve in Burnham Norton is a beautifully unspoilt sand and shingle island located in North Norfolk. It’s even more spectacular in the evening, to see the sun setting.

Nearby activities and attractions:

Holkham Hall - save 20%

Watatunga Wildlife Reserve - save 10%

Stay at The Sandringham Estate Club Campsite

Fairy Glen, Conwy

Head to the Fairy Glen in Gwydir Forest, considered "one of the most enchanting places in the world" and enjoy a magical, scenic woodland walk around the River Conwy. Located near Betws-y-Coed in Conwy, the 1 mile loop trail features a waterfall and is said to be home to fairy and mushroom rings!

Nearby activities and attractions:

Inigo Jones Slate Works - Two for one

Forestry England tracks:

Stay at Penrhos Club Campsite

Calton Hill, Edinburgh

Image of Edinburgh, photo by Maxine Shergold

Enjoy a short and fairly easy climb up the famous landmark of Calton Hill and appreciate the panoramic views of the bustling city of Edinburgh, as well as a bird’s eye view of some of the city’s major landmarks like Arthur’s Seat, Royal Mile and Princes Street. The hill is also home to a number of significant monuments and the City Observatory. Relish a few moments of calm away from the hive of activity from Edinburgh city centre below.

Nearby activities and attractions:

The Edinburgh Bus Tour - save 10%

Go Ape - Dalkeith, Edinburgh - save 10%

Stay at Edinburgh Club Campsite

Updated July 2025