Campsites which allow fires, fire advice

A campfire is superb for providing warmth, cooking, and also that romantic lovely feeling of being sat around a cracking fire in the dark. The list of sites is below.

Please remember though SAFETY at all times. Below follows a few ideas on building a fire, however it is only a guide, and is not an exhaustive list and we can not be held responsible for any consequences of lighting a fire.

Do you need to?

Most campsites will not allow you to build a fire. If all you want is to cook food then normally a barbeque is a much better idea, especially if the site has permanent BBQs for you to use. However, if allowed, and if safe you may choose to to build your own campfire.

Choose your spot:

Many camp sites have designated areas for camp fires - please check with them. Otherwise, you need to find a very flat and spacious area. Never light a fire on grass.A small woodpile may be needed, as will a good supply of water. Keep buckets of water available and water carriers ready to control the fire if necessary.

Starting the fire:

Once you have your site, the space available will determine the size of the fire. It's best to start small, as a fire will always end up bigger than anticipated. You can always feed it later if it is dying out too early. Try to find dry wood and cut odd branches to size. The best method of lighting a fire is to use a generous amount of kindling, and fire-lighters if necessary, surrounded by a wigwam of twigs. Do not crowd the anticipated flames. Successful camp-fire building takes practice and patience.

Clearing up:

This is your chance to burn any rubbish. Then leave the fire to burn itself out. When the fire has burned down to the hot embers, pour on cold water. Don't touch it, but make sure it is completely out, and there are no hot embers. Every site has its own policy on what to do with the ash. Make sure you know whether it is to be scattered, buried or put in a special pit.

Finally, check that the site looks just the same as it did when you arrived.

The above is only a guide, and is not an exhaustive list and we can not be held responsible for any consequences of lighting a fire.

Campsites that allow Campfires

Central

East Anglia

France

North East

North West

Overseas

Scotland

South East

South West

Wales