5 Best Campgrounds in London (2026)

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By Vespera Quill, Expert in Local Experiences and Cultural Analysis · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

The campgrounds in London below have logged over 3,000 Google reviews combined, and the top name alone, Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite, accounts for nearly 1,200 of those on its own. Ratings across the ones here range from 4.1 up to 4.9, which is a wider spread than it first looks, since the busiest sites here also carry the largest crowds and the widest range of experiences. These are proper campgrounds with marked pitches, booking systems and facilities blocks, not informal spots to throw up a tent.

Short answer: Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite is the standout, rated 4.7 across 1,181 reviews and prized for its short walk to the Elizabeth Line into central London. Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site (4.4, 837 reviews) is the next-best-known option, while Thamesview Camping holds the highest rating on this page at 4.9, though on a much smaller base of 126 reviews. Expect to book ahead in summer and pay per-night pitch fees rather than a flat rate.

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London's campgrounds, side by side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite	4.7 ★	1,181	Best transport links, tents and motorhomes	View ›
2	Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site	4.4 ★	837	Riverside pitches, families	View ›
3	Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone	4.2 ★	541	Woodland pitches, budget stays	View ›
4	Debden House Centre	4.1 ★	401	Groups and events, Epping Forest setting	View ›
5	Thamesview Camping	4.9 ★	126	Off-grid, back-to-nature camping	View ›

Our picks, reviewed

#1 Overall↩ Responds to reviews

Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite

4.71,181 Google reviews

Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite is a Caravan and Motorhome Club site in southeast London offering tent pitches, camping pods, and hookups for caravans and motorhomes. Its defining feature is location: the site sits a short walk from Abbey Wood station on the Elizabeth Line, putting central London roughly 20 minutes away by train, while the grounds themselves are tree-screened and described by the club as a green oasis.

What people praise

Reviewers repeatedly praise the modern, well-kept toilet and shower blocks
Multiple reviewers call it the easiest campsite for reaching central London without driving in
Spacious, well laid-out pitches with plenty of water and toilet points

Worth knowing

As the busiest site on this page, some reviewers note it can feel less remote than a countryside campground

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume1,181 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency5 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown77% 5-star

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Our take: The combination of a near-1,200-review track record and genuine walk-to-the-tube convenience makes this the default choice for anyone camping specifically to be near London.

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Federation Rd, Abbey Wood, London SE2 0LS

Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site

4.4837 Google reviews

Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site sits on the Thames in Surrey, just off the M3, offering riverside pitches with access to the Thames Path and a roughly 50-minute train ride into central London. The site is run by the Camping and Caravanning Club and includes a shop, on-site food van at weekends, and fishing access from June through March.

What people praise

Reviewers love the riverside pitches and views across the Thames
Praised for clean, modern shower blocks with reliable hot water
Good base for family day trips to Legoland, Chessington and Windsor

Worth knowing

A few reviewers mention low-flying planes overhead and one flagged an unhelpful staff interaction at closing time

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume837 · 91th

Confidencehigh

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone

Rating breakdown63% 5-star

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Our take: At 4.4 across 837 reviews, it ranks a notch below Abbey Wood, but the riverside setting and family-attraction access make it a strong pick if you're touring beyond London itself.

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65-67 Chertsey Bridge Rd, Chertsey KT16 8JX

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Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone

4.2541 Google reviews

Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone is part of the Lee Valley Regional Park on the outskirts of Chingford in east London, offering grass pitches, camping pods, and hookups nestled among woodland. The park runs multiple sites nearby and Sewardstone is the one closest to central London, with a woodland trail on site leading up to Gunpowder Park.

What people praise

Reviewers highlight friendly, helpful reception staff
Praised for a peaceful woodland setting with wildlife including rabbits and birds
Good bus access to Walthamstow Central for the tube

Worth knowing

Some reviewers mention rule-following issues with other campers, including dogs off the lead
At 4.2, its rating trails the top names on this page

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.2 / 5

Review volume541 · 84th

Confidencehigh

Recency8 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone

Rating breakdown52% 5-star

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Our take: It ranks lower on rating than Abbey Wood or Chertsey, but its woodland setting and lower cost make it worth considering for a quieter, more budget-conscious stay.

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Sewardstone Rd, London E4 7RA

Debden House Centre

4.1401 Google reviews

Debden House Centre is a grade 2 listed property in Epping Forest offering campsite pitches alongside meeting rooms, bedrooms, and event space. The site markets itself for both casual camping and conferences or special events, with an on-site chef and a mix of fields for large groups.

What people praise

Some reviewers with years of history at the site describe genuine affection for the atmosphere and nature

Worth knowing

Multiple recent reviewers report closed or filthy toilet and shower blocks at peak times
One reviewer described a distressing pitch mix-up at check-in
At the time of the most recent reviews, ownership status was unclear, with one customer told the site was going through a sale

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.1 / 5

Review volume401 · 78th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone

Rating breakdown56% 5-star

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Our take: Its Epping Forest setting has real appeal on paper, but the run of recent facility complaints and uncertainty over new bookings mean it ranks last on this page. Confirm current booking status directly before planning a stay.

Website +442085083008 Directions

Debden Green, Loughton IG10 2NZ

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Thamesview Camping

4.9126 Google reviews

Thamesview Camping is a small campsite in East Tilbury run informally by phone, text and internet booking, offering hard-standing and grass pitches along the Thames Estuary Path. The site is deliberately off-grid, with no WiFi, composting toilets, and an emphasis on quiet, low-impact camping.

What people praise

Reviewers describe it as feeling like wild camping while still being reachable
Praised for attentive, responsive owners who reply quickly by phone
Spacious, well laid-out plots with fire pits

Worth knowing

The smallest review base on this page, and no WiFi if that matters for your stay

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume126 · 53th

Confidencemoderate

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone

Rating breakdown90% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: It holds the highest rating here at 4.9, but that rests on the fewest reviews of them. If genuinely getting away from crowds matters more to you than proximity to central London, this is the pick to check first.

Website +447957189049 Directions

Princess Margaret Rd, East Tilbury, Tilbury RM18 8PL

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How we score these campgrounds

Rating is the live Google average. Review volume measures how many guests have actually left a review, ranked against the others on this page. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a high score on a small number of reviews scores lower than a strong score backed by hundreds or thousands. Recency tracks how recently guests are still reviewing. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does it cost to camp at a campground near London? (2026)

Pricing varies by site, season and whether you’re a club member. Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site’s own listing advertises pitches from as low as £13.70 per night for members, which gives a rough sense of the lower end, though non-member and peak-season rates run higher across all sites.

Job	Typical price
Member pitch rate at Chertsey (from)	£13.70 per night

Rate quoted directly from the Camping and Caravanning Club’s own Chertsey site listing, verified August 2026.

Campgrounds near London

These campgrounds ring the edges of Greater London rather than sitting in the city center, from Abbey Wood in the southeast and Sewardstone and Chingford in the northeast, out to Chertsey in Surrey and East Tilbury in Essex. If you’re searching for a campground near me close to London, every one are built around train or bus access into the city rather than requiring a car.

What to ask before you book a London campground

Is the pitch price per night the same for tents, caravans and motorhomes?
Do you need to be a club member to book, and does that change the rate?
How far is the site from the nearest train or tube station on foot?
Are dogs allowed, and are there rules about keeping them on a lead?
What facilities are included, like showers, a shop, or laundry?
Is the site open year-round, or does it close for part of the year?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these campgrounds?

We pulled every campsite with a public Google listing serving the London area, then ranked them on real rating, review volume, and how recently guests are still reviewing.

How often is this page updated?

We refreshed this page in August 2026 using the latest available Google ratings and review data.

Can I camp inside central London itself?

No. None of these are inside central London. Every one sit on the outer edges of Greater London or just beyond it, chosen for train or bus access into the city center.

Do I need to book ahead?

Reviews suggest peak summer weekends and school holidays fill up at the more established club sites, so booking ahead is recommended rather than turning up on the day.

The bottom line

For most visitors, Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite’s transport links and consistent 4.7 rating across over a thousand reviews make it the safest choice. If you’d rather trade convenience for quiet, Thamesview Camping’s off-grid setup is worth the extra distance.

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