Your Isle of Wight Campsite Guide
A relaxed island break starts with the perfect pitch
Why Camp on the Isle of Wight?
With its sandy beaches, chalky cliffs, rolling countryside, and charming seaside towns, the Isle of Wight is a camper’s dream. It’s easy to reach, full of walking and cycling routes, and has enough attractions to entertain kids and adults for weeks. Whether you’re pitching a tent, towing a caravan, or rolling up in your motorhome or campservan, the island caters to all styles of outdoor holidays.
Getting There: Ferry Discounts Worth Knowing
With Wightlink and Red Funnel, Caravan and Motorhome Club members can save up to 50% on ferry fares. Book through the club’s site or call for package deals.
👉 Caravan and Motorhome Club Ferry Offers
Camping and Caravanning Club members get exclusive discounted crossings with Wightlink, Red Funnel, and Hovertravel.
👉 Camping and Caravanning Club Ferry Deals
Top Isle of Wight Campsites
Nodes Point Holiday Park – St. Helens
Website: Parkdean Resorts – Nodes Point
Location: East Wight, near Ryde and Bembridge
Size: 150+ touring and camping pitches
Type: Holiday park
Facilities: Indoor pool, sea views, horse riding, entertainment, restaurant/bar, Wi-Fi, dog-friendly
Nearby: St. Helens Beach, Bembridge Windmill, Brading Roman Villa
Perfect for: Families, beach holidays, first-time campers
The Orchards Holiday Park – Yarmouth
Website: The Orchards Holiday Park
Location: West Wight, near Newbridge
Size: ~100 touring pitches, 64 tent pitches
Type: Family-run countryside park
Facilities: Indoor and outdoor pools, spotless wash blocks, shop, games room, play area, laundry, Wi-Fi
Nearby: The Needles, Yarmouth town, Tennyson Down
Perfect for: Countryside relaxation, walkers, and couples
Grange Farm Brighstone Bay – Brighstone
Website: Grange Farm Brighstone Bay
Location: South-west coast, near Brighstone
Size: 60 touring pitches, additional tent pitches
Type: Family-run cliffside site
Facilities: Beach access, showers, laundry, petting animals, small shop, dog-friendly
Nearby: Brighstone village, Freshwater Bay, fossil beaches
Perfect for: Rustic camping, nature lovers, peaceful escapes
Southland Club Campsite – Newchurch
Website: Southland Club Campsite – CAMC
Location: Central-east Isle of Wight
Size: 90+ pitches
Type: Caravan and Motorhome Club site
Facilities: Grass and hardstanding pitches with EHU, modern washrooms, laundry, dishwashing area, play area, dog walk, motorhome waste point
Nearby: Sandown, Shanklin, Red Squirrel Trail, and the Isle of Wight Steam Railway at Havenstreet – a must-see heritage attraction with restored carriages, events, and vintage locomotives
Perfect for: CAMC members, families, and cycling enthusiasts
Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park – Bembridge
Website: Whitecliff Bay – Away Resorts
Location: East Wight
Size: Large multi-use site
Type: Holiday resort
Facilities: Private beach, entertainment, swimming pools, bars, arcades, dog-friendly
Nearby: Bembridge, Sandown Pier, Dinosaur Isle
Perfect for: Family fun, beach stays, glamping
Waverley Park – East Cowes
Website: Waverley Park
Location: East Cowes, overlooking the Solent
Size: 90+ pitches
Type: CAMC Affiliated Site
Facilities: Bar and restaurant, sea views, EHU, toilet blocks, play area, heated outdoor pool
Nearby: Osborne House, East Cowes Ferry, Ryde
Perfect for: Couples or families looking for facilities and sea views
Essential Information for Visitors
Getting Around: Roads can be narrow – drive carefully in wide vehicles. Southern Vectis runs reliable buses across the island.
👉 Island Buses
Weather: The best months are May–September. Always bring waterproofs, layers, and suncream—the British weather can be full of surprises.
Shopping & Supplies: Major supermarkets in Ryde, Sandown, Shanklin, and Newport. Camping gear and gas are available from Island Camping (Wootton), Halfords, and B&Q.
Healthcare: For A&E, go to St. Mary’s Hospital in Newport. Pharmacies and vets are in most towns. Dial 999 (emergency) or 111 (non-urgent medical advice).
Connectivity: Most sites have Wi-Fi (sometimes paid). Mobile signal is good in towns but patchy in rural spots. Download offline maps just in case.
Things to See and Do on the Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Take a trip back in time on lovingly restored steam trains running from Havenstreet Station through the island’s countryside. It’s a hit with families, railway fans, and history lovers.
👉 iwsteamrailway.co.uk
Osborne House
Once Queen Victoria’s beloved summer retreat, this grand house near East Cowes offers opulent rooms, lovely gardens, and a private beach. English Heritage manages the house.
👉 english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/osborne/
The Needles and Alum Bay
Famous chalk stacks and coloured sands make this a must-visit spot. Ride the chairlift, visit the amusements, or take a boat trip for a view from the sea.
👉 theneedles.co.uk
Carisbrooke Castle
Explore this impressive Norman castle with battlements, donkeys, and a royal prison history (Charles I was held here). Also managed by English Heritage.
👉 english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/carisbrooke-castle/
Dinosaur Isle
A fun, interactive museum in Sandown featuring real fossils and dinosaur reconstructions, it is ideal for kids and fossil fans of all ages.
👉 dinosaurisle.com
Blackgang Chine
The UK’s oldest theme park has quirky attractions like pirate ships, fairylands, and animatronic dinosaurs. Unique and brilliantly eccentric.
👉 blackgangchine.com
Tapnell Farm Park
A fantastic farm attraction in West Wight with animals, adventure play, go-karts, soft play, and even a bar and restaurant. Great all-weather fun for families.
👉 tapnellfarm.com/play/farm-park
What to Bring
- Tent, mallet, pegs, and windbreaks
- Torch, batteries, power bank
- Waterproofs, warm layers, sun cream
- Membership cards (CAMC or CCC)
- Beach kit, walking boots, bikes or scooters
Final Thoughts
An Isle of Wight camping holiday offers everything you could want from a UK staycation—dramatic coastal views, countryside calm, family-friendly attractions, and charming island villages. Whether staying in a full-facility holiday park or a peaceful club site, this island has a pitch that fits you perfectly.
With great ferry discounts for club members and attractions like the Isle of Wight Steam Railway just a short drive from your site, this is one UK camping trip that delivers more than just great views.