Given the lush, tranquil settings at Strawberry Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Park, it’s a little surprising that the centre of Durham rests an approximate 10-minute drive away.

Old Station Caravan Park is a cracking, family-friendly base for escaping the smog-filled cities for fresh air, green open spaces and the chance to swap your jarring alarm clock for the soothing sounds of birdsong and the wind rustling through the trees and tall grass.

Beamish Holiday Park is the place to be for scenic countryside camping. This spacious, secluded camping park lies deep in the fertile rural landscapes of Durham, yet is no more than a few miles away from popular attractions and activities in Northumberland and Durham.

Morndyke is a spacious, friendly glamping site offering campers a range of well-equipped shepherd’s huts in a lovely rural location. The award-winning site enjoys lies tucked away in the pristine Yorkshire countryside near the small yet friendly market town of Thirsk.

If a serene escape from the modern world is what your craving, the compact and well-maintained Ashes Caravan Park is certain to delight. The site has the added benefit of adults-only camping space.

Stanstead Hall is a fantastic site for escaping the kids for a weekend or more. This peaceful adults-only Caravan and Motorhome Club Certificated Location rests in a peaceful and leafy location amid the beautiful Suffolk countryside.

Unwind in the heart of Hadrian’s Wall country at Hadrian’s Wall Camping and Caravan Site, a wonderfully tranquil, spacious site boasting jaw-dropping views and heaps of open green spaces for lounging.

Breaks Fold Farm is a quiet, rural getaway spot for guests who want to explore the stunning beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, Nidderdale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.