Camping in Surrey

Surrey's mix of wooded hills, heathland and farmland makes for varied camping and glamping, with much of it gathered around the Surrey Hills near Dorking, Ockley and Leatherhead. Sites such as Hurtwood Hideout and Surrey Hills Yurts sit within easy reach of the sandstone ridges and bridleways that draw walkers and cyclists, while Etherley Farm and Waggoners Campsite at Hampton Estate offer a quieter, more rural base near Farnham and Seale.

Further west and south, Godalming and Alfold bring a gentler, greener landscape, good for families wanting simple pitches or a yurt for a weekend rather than a full expedition. Ichi-Coo Park and Hammonds Glamping fall into this relaxed bracket, with woodland settings and a short drive to local pubs and towns.

Charlwood, near Gatwick, suits those combining a countryside stay with travel connections, while Care Ashore Campsite and The Green Escape show the range on offer, from community-run grounds to small, personally run glamping spots. Distances between sites are short, so it's worth weighing up terrain and atmosphere as much as location.