One of the great joys of touring and camping for me (and there are many, of course) is ending a day’s walking or exploring with a pint of local ale, or maybe a glass of wine or gin, and a good meal in a traditional pub – no prepping and cooking, no washing up, just relaxing and chatting.
Even better if the pub is just a short stroll back to our pitch later. Here is a selection of what I think are some of the best caravan parks with a pub very close at hand (and all dog friendly) – I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.
Don’t miss our tips on how to register a caravan for Europe, either, if you decide you want to head on a tour to the Continent.
10 of the best caravan sites with pubs nearby
Red Shoot Camping Park, Hampshire
Toms Lane, Linwood, Ringwood, Hampshire BH24 3QT, redshoot-campingpark.com
- What3words: ///dunk.populate.novel
- Open: 1 March to 1 November 2026
- Prices: Grass with electric including 2 people, 1 unit, 1 vehicle: £34-£54 per night depending on season.
- Hardstanding with electric including 2 people, 1 unit, 1 vehicle: £40.50-£60.50 per night depending on season.
- Extra adult: £10 per person per night.
- Dog: £2.50 per night.
Red Shoot Camping Park makes an ideal base for exploring the pretty Western New Forest heathland and ancient woodland either on foot or by bicycle, with plenty of gentle strolls or longer trails starting directly from the site.
Situated in the small village of Linwood, five miles from the market town of Ringwood, the site has a modern facilities block, a well-stocked shop and bakery, and a children’s play area. The traditional Red Shoot Inn is directly in front of the site, the perfect place to unwind after a day’s walking or perhaps visiting the nearby coast.
Warm-up beside the cosy fire or sit at one of their outdoor benches and watch New Forest ponies and donkeys wandering by. The Inn currently offers a 15% discount to campers.
Newfold Farm Campsite, Derbyshire
Grindsbrook Booth, Edale, Hope Valley S33 7ZD, newfoldfarmedale.com
- What3words: ///crate.sculpting.radar
- Open: All year
- Prices: Caravans/campervans/motorhomes: hardstanding with EHU from £36 to £39 per night depending on season.
- Dogs: £4 per night.
- Gazebo/awning: £5 per night.
Newfold Farm Campsite in Edale sits at the start of the Pennine Way, giving access to Mam Tor and Kinder Scout among other hikes. As it’s open all year, it’s ideal for fans of winter caravanning.
It offers fantastic views, warm showers, and spacious pitches. Castleton, with its Blue John Mine, underground caves, shops and castle is a 10-minute drive away.
Slightly further afield, towns such as Whaley Bridge and Hathersage (home of the Brontës) offer enjoyable days out with plenty of local history. Back on site, there is a licensed café for breakfast before you set out, or coffee when you return, and a general store, all using locally sourced ingredients.
In the evening, pop next door to the welcoming Old Nags Head dating to 1577 for a meal, perhaps washed down with a pint of their very own Nags 1577 ale.
Note: the access road is marked as a ‘dead end’ which can cause confusion. Continue on this road and the campsite will be on your right, the Old Nags Head directly
in front of you.
Due to the pitch sizes, this site is not recommended for large units over 7.2m (not including a towing car).
Lomond Woods Holiday Park, Loch Lomond
Old Luss Road, Balloch, Alexandria G83 8QP, woodleisure.co.uk/our-parks/lomond-woods
- What3words: ///townhouse.presses.braked
- Open: All year
- Prices: Fully serviced pitch: £39 per night for two adults in August.
- Hardstanding: £36 per night for two adults in August.
Think of Scotland and one of the first places that comes to mind is likely to be Loch Lomond. Next to those bonnie banks and a short stroll from Lomond Shores shopping, eating and Sealife Centre is Lomond Woods Holiday Park.
This attractive site, with a stream running through, offers fully serviced or hardstanding pitches and clean, hot showers. With a bus stop at the entrance and a train station up the road, this is a caravan site near a pub which is well placed for those who want to enjoy days out without driving.
The contemporary Queen Of The Loch restaurant is next door. Here you can enjoy a tasty meal, a traditional Sunday roast, or simply a relaxing drink either indoors or in their beer garden if the weather is kind – very convenient if you fancy trying out a scotch whisky or two!
Don’t miss our pick of the best caravan sites on the west coast of Scotland, either.
Concierge Camping, West Sussex
Ratham Lane, West Ashling, Chichester PO18 8DL, conciergecamping.co.uk
- What3words: ///list.elect.digesting
- Open: All year
- Prices: Tend to vary depending on the time of year if there are events on nearby, such as the Goodwood Festival of Speed. You can expect to pay around £85 per night for a large Gladiator pitch in the middle of August.
For a really indulgent few days away at a caravan site with a pub nearby, try Concierge Camping near Chichester.
Visitors can opt for a pitch which includes a ‘day-living cabin’ complete with full kitchen, TV and shower room. There are also more traditional fully serviced pitches surrounded by hedges for privacy. Their spacious on-site washrooms even include complimentary toiletries.
On the edge of the South Downs National Park, there is plenty of countryside to enjoy here, Chichester and its harbour are nearby or if you prefer something a little faster, Goodwood racetrack – and estate – is a short drive away.
The campsite has its own indoor and outdoor bar areas, complete with cosy sheepskin blankets for chilly evenings and a couple of dining options at weekends, so you don’t need to leave to find a pub.
Axmouth Caravan and Camping, Devon
Church Street, Axmouth, Seaton, East Devon EX12 4AF, axmouthcaravansite.com
- What3words: ///pines.convinced.post
- Open: 15 March to 15 October 2026
- Prices: Caravans and motorhomes: £27.50 per night.
- EHU: £6 per night.
Axmouth is a charming little village at the mouth of the River Axe, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It has a small historic harbour, canine-friendly beach (ideal for those who are caravanning with a dog) and access to the South West Coast Path.
The narrow-gauge Seaton Tramway runs from Axmouth through the nearby Wetlands and Seaton, with shops, eateries, the beach and esplanade around a 30-minute walk.
Axmouth Caravan and Camping site is a great base for exploring all of this, and more. Just a short stroll from the estuary and nature reserve, it has a facilities block and small shop.
Next door the thatched, Grade II listed Harbour Inn serves dishes prepared by the chef-patron, including sustainably caught fish from Axmouth’s day boats. Pizzas and roasts also feature on their menu.
Poston Mill Touring Park, Herefordshire
Peterchurch, Hereford, Herefordshire HR2 0SF, morris-leisure.co.uk/touring-caravan-sites/poston-mill-touring-park/
- What3words: ///hotels.strictest.blown
- Open: All year
- Prices: Vary depending on season and size of pitch. Expect to pay between £40 (small pitch in low season) and £53 per night (super pitch in high season).
Poston Mill Touring Park is a name you may be familiar with from our Top 100 Sites Guide 2026. It sits in the Golden Valley of Herefordshire, a short drive from Hereford, its county town, and the ‘book town’ of Hay-on-Wye, among other interesting places. It features a pitch and putt course, a large dog walk and direct fishing access from its location on the River Dore as well as gentle riverside walks.
This is a great site to unwind and enjoy its peaceful countryside setting, while the town of Peterchurch is around a 40-minute walk away along the river. Here you will find a couple of pubs and St Peters Church whose history dates back to the Saxons.
The independently run on-site Mill restaurant is open to the public and offers the convenience of a good meal just a short stroll from your pitch.
If you will be enjoying a winter getaway, don’t miss our pick of our five favourite cars for winter towing, either.
Brecon Beacons Touring Park, Brecon Beacons/Bannau Brycheiniog
Brecon Road, Pen-y-Cae, Powys, Wales SA9 1YY, pitchup.com/campsites/Wales/Mid-Wales/Powys/pen_y_cae/brecon-beacons-touring-park/
- What3words: ///atlas.onions.revamped
- Open: March to end October 2026
- Prices: Non-electric grass pitch for caravans and motorhomes: £25.
- Electric grass pitch for caravans and motorhomes: £30.
- Dogs: £1 per stay.
- Gazebos: £5 per stay.
During a touring trip to Wales, we spent a night at the Brecon Beacons Touring Park and really wished we’d stayed longer.
Entering past the Ancient Briton pub, you find a friendly, family-run, well-kept site with grass and hardstanding pitches. The area is designated Dark Sky country, so expect to see plenty of stars on cloudless nights. There are waterfall walks and hiking trails from the site, an Ape & Monkey Sanctuary and Zipline Tower nearby. It is convenient for exploring both coast and countryside with castles, caves and more to discover.
The aforementioned Ancient Briton pub serves home-cooked food, street food from its pop-up bar Little Briton during warmer weather, and an array of real ales and ciders. It is very popular, so book ahead.
Trevaylor Campsite, Cornwall
Botallack, St Just, Penzance, Cornwall TR19 7PU, cornishcamping.co.uk
- What3words: ///youth.thinker.crackles
- Open: March to October, plus hardstanding only for the Christmas season – this year from 18 to 31 December
- Prices: Hardstanding pitch with EHU: £24 per night low season, £28 per night high season.
- Fully serviced hardstanding pitch: £26 per night low season, £32 per night high season.
With five separate fields and spacious pitches, Trevaylor Campsite in Cornwall never feels crowded. A bus stop outside the entrance provides links to Lands End, St Ives and many other villages and towns.
Walkers have easy access to the South West Coast Path and other routes. The town of St Just is a 20-minute walk away via a public footpath where you will find a butcher, baker, art galleries, cafés and a couple of pubs. On site are clean, modern facilities, a games room and conservatory for the use of guests.
The Queens Head pub is a very short stroll away.
Don’t miss our pick of the best caravan parks in Cornwall, either.
Black Bull Caravan Park, North Yorks
Malton Road, Pickering, North Yorkshire YO18 8EA, blackbullcaravanpark.com/touring
- What3words: ///special.purified.ending
- Open: 1 March to 1 November 2026
- Prices: From £31 for a standard pitch in low season to £41 for an XL super pitch in high season for a unit and up to two adults and two dogs.
- Extra adult: £6 per night.
- Extra child over 5 years: £4 per night.
If you are looking for a traditional market town surrounded by some of the UK’s finest landscape within easy reach of both city and coast, with a castle and a steam train, you are probably looking for Pickering on the edge of the North Yorkshire moors.
Just over a mile away, the family-run Black Bull Caravan Park is ideally situated for exploring all that the area has to offer. The site has hedged pitches in a range of sizes, a heated facilities block, a games room and crazy golf.
A bus stop at the entrance gives access to Leeds, York and the North Yorkshire coastline as well as Pickering itself. Perhaps best of all, the Black Bull Inn, a traditional coaching inn, is right outside, serving hearty meals and tempting drinks.
Waterfront Country Park, South Yorkshire
Canal Lane, West Stockwith, Doncaster DN10 4ET, waterfrontpark.co.uk/touring
- What3words: ///skid.rankings.vitamins
- Open: All year
- Prices Grass pitch from: £26 per night.
- Hardstanding pitch from: £30 per night.
Waterfront Country Park campsite sits alongside the Chesterfield Canal, on the banks of the River Trent at West Stockwith.
Offering a choice of grass or hardstanding pitches, and with clean and modern facilities, it is the perfect location to enjoy its waterside tranquillity on the Nottinghamshire Lincolnshire border.
There are plenty of local scenic walking and riding options, as well as boating from the adjacent marina. Head to Gainsborough to discover its Mayflower Pilgrims & English Civil War history and browse its shops and markets or visit the quieter town of Retford. Further afield are Lincoln and Doncaster for sightseeing.
At the end of the day, the Waterfront Inn at the site entrance is a welcoming sight.
Take a look at our tips on how to carry extra kit safely when you’re on tour as well, as we share our tips on packing extra equipment for your travels.
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