CAMPING ON THE ISLAND

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Whether you camp or glamp, sleeping under canvas is a great way to explore the great outdoors at your own pace, whilst enjoying new and exciting experiences. There are many different campsites on the Island, and which one you choose will depend on what you’re looking for from your camping break.

ALL-IN FAMILY CAMPING

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On-site entertainment Swimming Playground Bar & Restaurant Holiday parks are incredible for parents with children of all ages. They have plenty on offer to keep everyone entertained, they’re convenient for all your essentials and offer somewhere to grab your evening meal and refreshments after a long day exploring the Island.

There are plenty of family-friendly holiday parks with camping areas across the Island including Parkdean Resorts parkdeanresorts.co.uk and Away Resorts awayresorts.co.uk who have the full “family fun” package.

OFF-GRID CAMPING

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Relaxation Off-Grid Experience Basic Amenities

Camping can be one of the greatest escapes from normal life and, if you’re looking for a bit of peace and quiet with not much else, then the Island can cater for that too.

Go totally off-grid and sleep under the stars with wild camping. If you’re new to wild camping, Camp Wight campwight.co.uk and Compton Farm comptonfarm.co.uk both offer “rural” experiences with a few essential amenities. Strip back to the basics and just enjoy the simplicity of countryside surroundings with stunning views.

BACK TO NATURE CAMPING

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Slower Pace Nearby footpaths and trails Peace & Quiet

Nature retreats are the best for slowing down, relaxing and enjoying your surroundings. There are always nearby walking trails and cycle paths that give you a real opportunity to get out and explore the Island.

Check out some of the independent, family-run campsites, surrounded by enchanting woodland and wildlife. Whitefield Forest Touring Park whitefieldforest.co.uk and Ninham Country Holidays ninham-holidays.co.uk fit this bracket perfectly with idyllic countryside settings and relaxed vibes.

DOG-FRIENDLY CAMPING

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Dogs Allowed Open Space Countryside Walks Dogs are family and when the family go on a camping trip, dogs go too! So, it’s important to check in advance that your planned site welcomes dogs with open arms.

Luckily, there are plenty of sites that allow dogs, so you have a very big choice. Orchards Holiday Park orchardsholidaypark.co.uk, Heathfield Farm Camping Park heathfieldcamping.co.uk and Old Barn Touring Park oldbarntouring.co.uk are all very dog-friendly with plenty of nearby open spaces and countryside walks to exercise your dogs.

LUXURY CAMPING

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Extra Comfort Luxury Amenities Stunning Locations This luxurious outdoorsy camping, also known as glamping, gets more and more popular on the Island each year and, with stunning countryside locations, it’s no surprise why…

There is a huge variety of glamping options from Yurts at The Garlic Farm thegarlicfarm.co.uk, Geo Domes at Tom’s Eco Lodge tapnellfarm.com and Safari Tents at Sibbecks Farm Glamping sibbecksfarm.co.uk, just to name a few! All offer stunning views, relaxing surroundings and most of all, a touch of outdoor luxury keeping your extra comforts and amenities close to hand.

BEGINNERS’ CHECK LIST

Find your Camping Style Use our handy guide to figure out what you want from your camping experience; this will help you to research which parks are right for you.

Before you travel If you’re taking your own tent, make sure you do a practice run with pitching it. Maybe have a test camp in the garden (if you have space) to cook with your kit and sleep in your tent, to see if any of your essential camping gear is missing. Finally, make sure your camping gear all fits in the car – it’s not fun discovering that it doesn’t on travel day!

Research, research, research Get online and plan your holiday! Use our Isle of Wight Guide to help you plan places to visit, places to eat, activities and more…

Pitch and ferry from £105 Book easily with Red Funnel’s Camping & Touring Package offering 3, 5 or 10-night pitch and ferry travel from £105. Find out more at www.redfunnel.co.uk/camping