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10 Best Holiday Parks in London
Holiday parks around London vary widely: some are camping bases with public-transport access, others favour riverside or woodland surroundings, and one is a seasonal festive event rather than a conventional campsite. Compare the stay type, facilities, access and cautions before choosing.
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Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite
Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite is a London campground for visitors bringing their own tent, caravan or motorhome, with camping pods also available. It suits travellers wanting a quieter, green base for exploring the capital. Abbey Wood station is a short walk away on the Elizabeth line, while the site also offers tree-filled surroundings, pitches, toilets, showers and a children’s play area.
Strengths: Abbey Wood station provides access to the Elizabeth line
Campers exploring London by public transportCaravan and motorhome travellers seeking a green setting near the cityFederation Rd, Abbey Wood, London SE2 0LS, United KingdomWoodlands Gilwell Park
Woodlands Gilwell Park is a campground close to London, set in a woodland location with lodges, open camping space and views towards the capital. It suits groups and young people looking for outdoor activities, camping and accommodation away from the city centre. The site covers 108 acres and is associated with Scouting heritage and organised events.
Strengths: Combines woodland tranquillity with access to the capital
Camping, outdoor activities and group stays near LondonUnnamed Road, London E4 7QU, United KingdomChertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site is a peaceful riverside campground near the River Thames, suited to campers, motorhome users and visitors travelling with a dog. Pitches are set among tall trees with space between motorhomes, while the facilities are described as clean and well maintained. The site offers a quieter camping environment with views of the surrounding river landscape.
Strengths: The site is close to the River Thames
Motorhome travellers and campers seeking a riverside settingVisitors camping with a dog65-67 Chertsey Bridge Rd, Chertsey KT16 8JX, United KingdomWyatts Covert Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite
Wyatts Covert Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite is a campground in Uxbridge for caravan and motorhome stays, particularly suited to visitors wanting straightforward access to London. It has clean facilities, spacious pitches, a small shop with essentials and easy cycling access to the canal. The access road can be tight for large units, and helicopter activity is noticeable during the day.
Strengths: Train links to London are described as quick and easy
Caravan and motorhome visitors planning trips into LondonCampers wanting canal access and a shop for essentialsTilehouse Ln, Denham, Uxbridge UB9 5DH, United KingdomTheobalds Park
Theobalds Park is a campground near Waltham Cross with a peaceful, well-kept atmosphere and clean facilities including toilets, showers, laundry and dishwashing areas. It suits campers looking for a quieter base with useful amenities, access to main roads towards London and a site shop for essentials. The campsite can also accommodate arrangements such as late check-in by prior agreement.
Strengths: Clean, warm toilet and shower facilities
Campers wanting a peaceful base near LondonLonger stays supported by laundry and dishwashing facilitiesBulls Cross Ride, Goffs Oak, Waltham Cross EN7 5HS, United KingdomWeybridge Park Estates
Weybridge Park Estates is a mobile home park in Addlestone with a clean, quiet setting and a strong community feel. It suits residents looking for a settled park environment where neighbours know one another. Recent changes have included improvements to management, communication, homes and security, while access around the estate can be affected by a speed ramp that some smaller cars struggle to clear.
Strengths: A friendly neighbourhood atmosphere is central to the park’s character
Residents seeking a quiet, community-oriented mobile home parkPeople who value recent improvements to site management and securityMain St, Addlestone KT15 2RF, United KingdomLee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone
Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone is a campground in London, suited to travellers looking for an outdoor place to stay.
Travellers seeking a campground in LondonSewardstone Rd, London E4 7RA, United KingdomWalton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site is a quiet rural campground in south-west London, suited to visitors who want a peaceful base for cycling, walking and trips to nearby attractions. The site has access to nature, nearby transport and routes towards places including Hampton Court and Richmond Park.
Strengths: Combines a peaceful setting with access to transport and cycling routes
Campers seeking a quiet rural base near south-west LondonVisitors travelling by bike or exploring nearby parks and attractionsFieldcommon Ln, West Molesey, Molesey, Walton-on-Thames KT12 3QG, United KingdomChessington World of Adventures Resort
Chessington World of Adventures Resort is a theme park in Chessington combining rides, a zoo, SEA LIFE attractions and two hotels with informal dining. Its mix suits families and groups with different ages, from younger children’s Paw Patrol and character attractions to rides for older children and thrill seekers. Overnight stays can include access across two days and early park entry.
Strengths: Combines a theme park, zoo and SEA LIFE in one resort
Family days out with rides and animalsGroups with younger and older childrenOvernight stays built around two park daysChessington KT9 2NE, United KingdomWinter by the River
Winter by the River is a London holiday park-style festive event set along the Thames, with food stalls and a walk towards Hay’s Galleria. It suits visitors looking for an evening stroll, seasonal snacks and a market atmosphere, with options including tacos, churros, hot chocolate and crepes. The event features more than 20 festive market stalls.
Strengths: Combines riverside views with more than 20 festive market stalls
Seasonal walks and festive market snacks4 More London Pl, London SE1 2AU, United Kingdom
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Stay styles and facilities in this selection
- Camping and touring pitchesAbbey Wood, Chertsey, Wyatts Covert, Theobalds Park, Lee Valley, Walton on Thames and Woodlands Gilwell Park provide campground-style options described for campers or touring visitors.
- Public-transport accessAbbey Wood station is a short walk from Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite and connects with the Elizabeth line.
- Riverside settingsChertsey offers a riverside campground near the Thames, while Winter by the River combines a Thames-side walk with festive food stalls.
- Family attractions and accommodationChessington World of Adventures Resort combines rides, a zoo, SEA LIFE attractions, hotels and informal dining.
- Everyday campsite facilitiesTheobalds Park includes toilets, showers, laundry, dishwashing areas and a shop; Wyatts Covert is described with clean facilities, spacious pitches and essentials.
- Woodland and rural escapesWoodlands Gilwell Park offers woodland camping and lodges, while Walton on Thames provides a quieter rural base for cycling and walking.
How to choose a holiday park near London
- Identify your accommodation typeDecide whether you need your own tent, caravan or motorhome, a camping pod, a lodge, hotel accommodation or a mobile home setting.
- Put London access firstAbbey Wood suits travellers using public transport; other sites are described in relation to trains, roads, cycling routes or nearby attractions.
- Check facilities against your needsIf showers, laundry or dishwashing matter, compare the supplied facility descriptions carefully. Walton on Thames has no toilet or shower block.
- Consider the atmosphereChoose riverside, woodland, rural or city-edge surroundings according to whether your priority is quiet, scenery, activities or convenience.
- Read the practical cautionsLarge units may find the Wyatts Covert access road tight, while Chessington rides have minimum height requirements and Winter by the River can be overwhelming for small children.
Questions people often ask
Which holiday park has Elizabeth line access?
Abbey Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite is described as a short walk from Abbey Wood station on the Elizabeth line.
Do all the listed sites provide showers?
No. Walton on Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site is specifically described as having no toilet or shower block. Facilities vary by site.
Which option combines a theme park with overnight stays?
Chessington World of Adventures Resort has two hotels, rides, a zoo and SEA LIFE attractions; some stays include access across two days and early park entry.
Are these all conventional holiday parks?
No. The selection includes campgrounds, a theme-park resort, a festive riverside event and a mobile home park, so check the category before booking.
