Is camping illegal in the UK?

Technically wild camping is illegal in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and, while we would never encourage law-breaking behaviour among our legion of fans, we’ve got the lowdown on loopholes and locations where you can pitch up, problem free.

Where can I go camping in the UK?

10 of the best UK campsites

• Cleadale, Isle of Eigg, Inner Hebrides.
• Caolasnacon, Kinlochleven, Argyll.
• Aberafon, Gyrn Goch, Gwynedd.
• Newgale, Pembrokeshire.
• Turner Hall Farm, Seathwaite, Cumbria.
• Hooks House Farm, Robin Hood’s Bay, North Yorkshire.
• Swattesfield, Thornham Magna, Suffolk.

Can you just camp anywhere UK?

Generally speaking, permission must be gained from the landowner before camping anywhere in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. There are also some great campsites around the country that offer a ‘wild’ camping feel with remote and spacious sites, limited pitches and unique settings.

Is it safe to camp in UK?

The wild camping UK laws somewhat vary, as it is generally illegal in England and Wales. However, in saying this, it is possible with permission from the landowner. Many landowners will be open to this idea as long as you respect the land and behave yourself. Don’t camp too close to people’s homes or roads.

Can I live in a tent UK?

Some people have such a love for camping that they may want to spend extended periods of time in their tents. However, across the UK, it is not legal to remain in a tent, even on private property for more than 28 days without obtaining planning permission.

Can you pitch a tent anywhere UK?

Generally, wild camping without the landowner’s permission is illegal in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. But wild camping in Scotland isn’t prohibited, so that means you can technically pitch up wherever you like – including in the country’s incredible National Parks.

Is camping popular in UK?

Despite the unpredictable weather, camping in the UK persists to be ever popular! In fact, the Great Britain Tourism Survey reported that by this time last year, five million camping and caravanning trips had been taken.

Can I buy land and live in a tent UK?

Can You Legally Live In A Tent On Private Land? In the UK, the rules on where you can camp and for how long vary quite drastically. However, in England and Wales, this privilege is not given and in order to camp on any land, one must obtain permission from the land owner.

Can I let campers on my land?

The law is often complicated. In theory, any landowner is permitted to use his or her land as a tented camping site without a site licence, but there could still be planning permission and other health and safety issues. …