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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nWhat is wild camping?<\/strong><\/p>\n Essentially, wild camping is a concept where you set up camp outside of a campsite or caravan park and sleeping in the wilderness. People often camp in the wild if they\u2019re completing a multi-day hike and need somewhere to stay that offers peace and tranquillity.<\/p>\n It can be daunting process if you\u2019ve never done it before, so keep reading below for more information on how to wild camp in the UK.<\/p>\n The legal side<\/strong><\/p>\n When it comes to the legalities of wild camping, it\u2019s important to remember where you are before you decide to set up pitch. In England, Northern Ireland and Wales, wild camping is technically illegal if you don\u2019t seek permission from the landowner \u2014 although there is the odd exception to the rule.<\/p>\n In Scotland, the picture is slightly different. As part of Scotland\u2019s access legislation, the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003, campers can use most unenclosed land to get their heads down for the night.<\/p>\n Although, there\u2019s a greater level of freedom in Scotland, there\u2019s still areas where you need seek the landowner\u2019s permission or have a permit. Areas of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park are subject to wild camping byelaws, meaning that you must use designated campsites due to overuse.<\/p>\n It\u2019s also important to follow these guidelines whether you wild camp, whether that\u2019s in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland or Wales:<\/p>\n Most searched for spots<\/p>\n Just like the most popular caravan sites, wild camping has its favourite hotspots amongst keen campers. Based on Google Trends data in 2020, these areas in the UK are the most popular places for wild camping.<\/p>\n Dartmoor wild camping \u2013 2400<\/strong><\/p>\n Dartmoor is an upland area located in the South of Devon. Its moorland and surrounding land have been protected by National Park status since 1951. Its status as a National Park makes it one of the most popular and stunning places to visit in the UK.<\/p>\n Dartmoor is one of the only spots in England where you can wild camp freely. Just make sure you check which area of the National Park you are in before you set up camp, as some areas are still restricted.<\/p>\n Lake District wild camping \u2013 2400 searches<\/strong><\/p>\n The Lake District is another area of the UK that\u2019s known for stunning beauty and rural appeal \u2013 and holds the title for being the UK\u2019s biggest National Park.<\/p>\n It sits in joint first place for wild camping searches with Dartmoor. You will need to seek permission from the landowner first to go wild camping, but we can see why so many people search for the area.<\/p>\n Peak District wild camping \u2013 1600 searches<\/strong><\/p>\n Much like the Lake District, the Peak District doesn\u2019t allow wild camping in areas of the National Park without seeking permission from the landowner.<\/p>\n Its central location and beautiful scenery make it such a popular place to visit, so if you do have the green light from the landowner then you\u2019re in for memorable treat.<\/p>\n Brecon beacons wild camping \u2013 880 searches<\/strong><\/p>\n Third on our list and the third National Park that doesn\u2019t legally allow people to camp freely without seeking permission first.<\/p>\n Located in South Wales, if you do have permission to camp then you\u2019ll get to experience the gorgeous mountain ranges and miles of open green space to walk in. It\u2019s truly a breath-taking area of the UK and one that everyone should experience at least once.<\/p>\n Snowdonia wild camping \u2013 880 searches<\/strong><\/p>\n Snowdonia makes up our list for the most popular wild camping searches. Much like its counterparts, excluding Dartmoor, you can\u2019t just turn up and pitch your tent, but if you can get permission you\u2019re again in for an experience that will last a lifetime.<\/p>\n It\u2019s the largest National Park in Wales and offers visitors stunning views, long stretches of green space and the challenge of reaching the summit of the largest mountain in Wales.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t forget the essentials<\/p>\n So you\u2019ve picked your spot, sought the landowners permission, and now you\u2019re ready to go wild camping. But what do you take with you? Well, you need somewhere to sleep, so you\u2019ll need a tent, along with a sleeping bag and other sleeping equipment.<\/p>\n When it comes to a tent, it\u2019s practical to have one that\u2019s easy to carry, especially if you\u2019ve found more than one spot to rest your head. Make sure you research the best backpacker tents that suit your needs.<\/p>\n For cooking, it\u2019s important to remember your trusty portable stove. It will allow you to cook all kinds of food and you won\u2019t need to rely on a fire \u2014 that could be damaging for the surrounding area.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t forget your supply of bottled gas and eating equipment or you may be left with a hungry belly. You may struggle for signal in rural areas too, so take a map with you. If only to embrace nature instead of technology.<\/p>\n That completes our essential guide to wild camping in the UK. Always remember to stay safe and if you need to, seek permission before you set off on your travels.<\/p>\n ,<\/p>\n\n
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