If you love your Vango tent (the sturdy porch, the generous headroom, the pegs that go in like butter) then choosing the right campsite can make the difference between a blissful getaway and a soggy, stressed-out weekend. Vango tents shine when they have good ground for pegs, enough space for awnings/porches, sheltered pitches for gusty weather and friendly facilities for drying kit. Below are 10 brilliant UK campsites, spread across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland — each with a short bio, the key facts Vango owners care about, and why your Vango will feel right at home.
1. Trevella Caravan & Camping Park — Newquay, Cornwall
A lively, family-friendly park within easy reach of Cornwall’s north coast surf beaches, Trevella mixes practical facilities with real seaside charm.
Why Vango owners love it: grassy, well-drained pitches for secure pegging; plenty of space for awnings and annexes; sheltered hedges that reduce crosswinds — ideal for taller Vango tunnel and geodesic tents. Close proximity to beaches makes it a great base for families and surfers who value quick pack-and-go mornings.
Key facts: family facilities, short drive to Newquay beaches, electric hook-ups available, on-site play and recreation. (Official park pages and reviews note its popularity and family focus.)
2. Llyn Gwynant Campsite — Nant Gwynant, Snowdonia (Eryri)
If your Vango is built for adventures, this lakeside meadow at the foot of Snowdon is its spiritual home. Pitch on the lakeshore with mountains all around and wake up to mist rising off the water.
Why Vango owners love it: superb flat grassy pitches that accept pegs easily; lots of space between tents (great if you want to unfold an awning); sheltered sections near trees for wind protection; perfect base for mountain walks where you can store boots and drying lines in an awning before your afternoon tea. Ideal for tunnel-style Vangos and inflatable-beam models that need stable pegging.
Key facts: lakeside pitches, stunning mountain views, popular with walkers, onsite basic facilities and excellent access to trails up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).
3. Glen Nevis Caravan & Camping Park — Fort William, Highlands, Scotland
Pitch under Ben Nevis for an enormous sky, clean air and some of the most dramatic scenery in Britain. This site is a classic Highland camping experience — wild but well-managed.
Why Vango owners love it: solid grassy meadows for pegs, choice of exposed and sheltered pitches (choose the meadow nearest the trees if you expect wind), friendly staff used to big tents and extended awnings, and easy access to trails so you can pack the Vango quickly and head off for the day. The panorama makes every cuppa feel cinematic.
Key facts: at the foot of Ben Nevis, year-round opening with seasonal services, good facilities, close to Fort William amenities.
4. Luss Caravan & Campsite — Loch Lomond, Argyll & Bute, Scotland
Lochside calm meets tourist-friendly Luss village. This well-kept site sits near one of Scotland’s most famous lochs and is an easy choice for a relaxed Vango weekend — think shoreline strolls, water views, and toasty evenings in your porch.
Why Vango owners love it: compact, scenic pitches with firm ground and good leveling options — perfect for inflatable-beam Vangos and larger tunnel tents. The campsite’s layout respects spacing rules so awnings don’t overcrowd neighbours. The loch offers gentle breezes rather than savage gales most days, which is great if you’re setting up a big porch.
Key facts: loch-front location, modern facilities, short walk to village amenities and boat trips.
5. Great Langdale Campsite (National Trust) — Lake District, Cumbria
A classic Lake District valley site for fell-walkers and families alike. The Langdales are raw, dramatic and filled with places to explore — and the campsite is deliberately simple, natural and scenic.
Why Vango owners love it: natural, grassy pitches with areas sheltered by trees; National Trust management keeps the site tidy and pitched to protect the landscape — so pitches are roomy and respectful of neighbouring tents. A Vango with an awning gives you the ideal kit-storage zone after a wet hike.
Key facts: National Trust-run, great access to walks and crags, quiet ethos, basic but clean facilities.
6. Deepdale Camping — Burnham Deepdale, North Norfolk
A proper coastal farm-campsite with eco credentials, Deepdale is a quiet alternative to caravan park chaos — think dark skies, wide beaches and a community feel.
Why Vango owners love it: well-managed grassy pitches with excellent drainage and plenty of tent-only areas so your Vango gets a peaceful spot. The site’s eco-mindedness means strict rules on noise and campfires — perfect if you want a calm, family-friendly weekend with a roomy porch for muddy boots. Close access to the Norfolk coast path provides long walks for dogs and humans alike.
Key facts: family-run, eco-friendly, tent-friendly layout, great for starry nights and low-light photography.
7. Caerfai Bay Caravan & Tent Park — St Davids, Pembrokeshire, Wales
A sheltered coastal gem a few minutes’ walk from St Davids and the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Sunny beaches, birdwatching, and one of the UK’s best cathedral towns nearby.
Why Vango owners love it: multiple camping fields with a choice of wind-sheltered pitches and electric hook-ups. The grass is firm and well-maintained, which is perfect for Vango pegs and inflatable beams. Being so close to the coast path means you can day-hike without lugging the whole tent, but also return to a roomy Vango porch to dry out kit.
Key facts: sea views from some pitches, near St David’s, modern facilities including launderette, toilets and showers.
8. Oxwich Camping Park — Oxwich Bay, Gower Peninsula, Wales
Oxwich is for those who love their beach days and simple camp comforts. The Gower’s award-winning coastline is right on your doorstep.
Why Vango owners love it: informal, grassy pitches with oak and sheltered tree areas ideal for pitching larger Vango tents out of the worst Atlantic wind. The campsite tends to be relaxed with plenty of room for family awnings, making it easy to set up a base-camp for surf, sand and shoreline picnics.
Key facts: walkable to the beach, relaxed no-pressure pitch policy (often “choose your own spot”), friendly local pub and cafe options close by.
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9. Riverside / Riverside-style Campsite near Malham — Yorkshire Dales
Pitch near limestone pavements and waterfall trails — Malham is a walkers’ magnet and a brilliant spot if you like wild walks followed by a cosy tent porch.
Why Vango owners love it: many Dales campsites (family-run riverside fields) have firm grass and relatively sheltered valleys that take the edge off Windy Pennine days. A Vango with a sturdy pegging system is superb here: plenty of ground to drive pegs into, an awning for boot-drying and room for hedgerow shelter. Smaller family-run sites often limit pitch density so you get space to spread out.
Key facts: close to Malham Cove, Janet’s Foss and superb walking routes; choose a campsite with clear reviews on pitch size and drainage before booking.
10. Causeway Coast Holiday Park — Ballycastle / Giant’s Causeway area, Northern Ireland
For a Causeway-side adventure with the comfort of a holiday park, this is a solid pick. It’s a comfortable base for exploring the northern Antrim coast and the Giant’s Causeway.
Why Vango owners love it: touring and tent pitches on firm, well-drained ground and plenty of family facilities (including indoor pools and laundry) — handy if the weather turns. The holiday-park setup means you get the ease of serviced pitches but the freedom to pitch a large Vango and still have access to park amenities. It’s an excellent compromise for tent-lovers who desire reliability and creature comforts.
Key facts: panoramic coastal views, family amenities, easy access to iconic Causeway Coast sights and walkthroughs.
Why these sites work for Vango tents (the checklist)
Vango tents are loved for their balance of space, stability and smart design — but they like three things in particular: good pegging ground, space for awnings/porches, and someplace to dry kit. When choosing a site, look for:
Firm, grassy pitches — excellent for pegs and inflatable beams.
Space between pitches — keeps awnings from crowding neighbours and gives room for a porch table and drying lines.
Shelter options — hedges, trees or valley walls reduce wind forces on the tent.
Electric hook-up options (if you use blow-up mattresses or battery pumps).
Good drainage — nobody wants soggy pegging the morning after.
Friendly rules for awnings and extra gazebos — some sites restrict extra structures; check policies before you pitch.
All ten campsites above were selected because they tend to tick multiple boxes on that list — some excel at sheltered valley pitches (Yorkshire Dales, Snowdonia), some at coastal calm (Pembrokeshire, Gower) and others at serviced ease (holiday parks in Cornwall and Causeway Coast).
Setting up your Vango like a pro (quick tips)
- Use the right pegs: longer, heavy-duty pegs for soft sand/peat; Vango alloy pegs for general grass.
- Guy it out: extra guy-lines on the key points reduce wobble in gusts.
- Awning etiquette: if you’re using a large awning, check the campsite’s rules.
- Pack a repair kit: Vango tents are robust, but a patch and a little tape are holiday-savers.
Final thought — match the Vango to the vibe
A tunnel Vango with an extended porch loves wide, exposed meadows where you can open up and lean into sunlight (think Pembrokeshire, Cornwall). A geodesic Vango is the right partner for windy, mountain-edge sites — the Highlands or Snowdonia. And if you’ve got a family-style Vango with annexes, the holiday-park style sites (Trevella, Causeway Coast) with services and space make packing easier and nights more comfortable.
