Camping and Caravanning Club
The Camping and Caravanning Club is one of the UK’s best-known organisations for campers and tourers, operating an extensive network of Club Sites and smaller Certificated Sites throughout England, Scotland and Wales.
The Club welcomes caravanners, motorhome owners, campervan users and tent campers, offering a wide variety of touring experiences in coastal, countryside and rural locations. From full-facility holiday parks to smaller, more secluded Certificated Sites, members and non-members can choose from a diverse range of destinations to suit different touring styles and budgets.
Camping and Caravanning Club at a Glance
Organisation type:
Camping and touring membership organisation
Network:
Club Sites and Certificated Sites
Locations:
Across the UK
Suitable for:
Caravans, motorhomes, campervans and tents, depending on the individual site
Organisation type:
Required for Certificated Sites; check current Club Site access and booking conditions directly
Best for:
Tourers and campers seeking a large variety of destinations
About the Camping and Caravanning Club
The Camping and Caravanning Club is one of the UK’s longest-established membership organisations for people who enjoy camping, caravanning, motorhome touring and outdoor holidays. Founded in 1901, the Club offers an extensive network of Club Sites and Certificated Sites, together with a range of member benefits and touring services across England, Scotland and Wales.
Its network includes larger Club Sites as well as smaller Certificated Sites. These independently operated locations are approved under the Club’s exemption arrangements and typically provide a quieter, more intimate alternative to larger holiday parks, often in peaceful countryside and rural settings.
The Club welcomes caravanners, motorhome owners, campervan users and tent campers, offering a wide variety of destinations to suit different touring styles and budgets. From full-facility Club Sites with modern amenities to secluded Certificated Sites, there is a broad choice of places to stay throughout the UK.
Because the network includes many different types of destination, facilities, pitch options, accepted units and on-site services vary between individual sites. Before booking, it’s always worth checking the latest information for your chosen campsite to ensure it offers the facilities and touring options you’re looking for.
Club Sites and Certificated Sites Explained
Club Campsites
The Camping and Caravanning Club’s Club Sites form the organisation’s main campsite network, offering a wide choice of destinations for caravanners, motorhome owners, campervan users and tent campers across England, Scotland and Wales.
Many Club Sites provide modern facilities, spacious touring pitches and convenient access to popular attractions, coastlines and countryside. Facilities, pitch types, seasonal opening dates and available services vary between individual sites, so it’s always worth checking the details before booking.
Certificated Sites
Certificated Sites are smaller, independently operated campsites that form part of the Camping and Caravanning Club’s network. Often located in peaceful countryside settings, they provide a quieter and more intimate alternative to larger Club Sites while still meeting the standards required for Club approval.
Facilities and pitch options vary considerably between locations. Some Certificated Sites offer simple touring facilities, while others provide electric hook-ups and additional amenities. Before booking, it’s always worth checking the individual site’s facilities, accepted touring units and any membership requirements to ensure it meets your needs.
Why Choose a Camping and Caravanning Club Site?
The Camping and Caravanning Club offers a diverse network of campsites, giving caravanners, motorhome owners, campervan users and tent campers plenty of choice across England, Scotland and Wales. Whether you’re looking for a full-facility Club Site or a peaceful Certificated Site, there are options to suit a wide range of touring styles and holiday preferences.
Depending on the individual site, benefits may include:
- Destinations across the UK
- Options for caravans and motorhomes
- Sites accepting tents and campervans
- Larger Club Sites and smaller Certificated Sites
- Rural, coastal and countryside destinations
- A variety of facilities and pitch types
Who Is the Camping and Caravanning Club Best For?
The Club may appeal to:
- Caravanners
- Motorhome owners
- Campervan users
- Tent campers
- Families, couples and solo tourers
- People who want access to a broad UK campsite network
- Visitors who enjoy both larger campsites and smaller independent sites
Things to Know Before Booking
Before booking or travelling, check:
- Membership requirements
- Which types of touring units are accepted
- Tent availability where relevant
- Pitch types
- Electric hook-up availability
- Dog policies
- Site facilities
- Seasonal opening dates
- Arrival and departure rules
- Current prices and booking terms
Individual sites can vary considerably.
Find a Camping and Caravanning Club Site
The official Camping and Caravanning Club website is the easiest place to explore the Club’s current network of Club Sites and Certificated Sites across England, Scotland and Wales. You can browse destinations by location, discover the facilities available and find campsites that suit your touring style, whether you’re travelling with a caravan, motorhome, campervan or tent.
As site information, availability and facilities can change throughout the year, the official website is also the best place to check the latest details on touring pitches, seasonal opening dates, booking conditions and member benefits before planning your next trip.
Camping and Caravanning Club Site Reviews
Below are the Camping and Caravanning Club sites we have reviewed so far. Every review is based on our own stay and offers an honest, independent assessment of the pitches, facilities, cleanliness, location, value for money and overall touring experience. Our detailed reviews are designed to give caravanners and motorhome owners the information they need to compare sites with confidence and choose the best site for their next touring holiday.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Camping and Caravanning Club Sites
It is a UK membership organisation serving campers, caravanners, motorhome owners and other tourers through a network of Club Sites and smaller Certificated Sites.
A Certificated Site is a smaller independently operated campsite within the Club's network, operating under relevant exemption arrangements.
Membership requirements depend on the type of site. Visitors should check current access and booking rules directly.
Many sites accept caravans and motorhomes, but accepted unit types and facilities vary by location.
Many Camping and Caravanning Club sites cater for tents, but availability varies between destinations.
Stayed at a Camping and Caravanning Club Site?
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