Camping is an activity enjoyed by many on the Isle of Wight and the South West of England generally, with there being a huge range of quality sites for people to choose from.

For 2022 the strength of the region has been confirmed with outdoor accommodation specialist Pitchup.com finding that the South West of England came top in six user review rating categories, including Overall, Value for Money, Quality, Facilities and Child-Friendliness.

Dan Yates, founder of Pitchup.com, said: “People looking for an autumn getaway that won’t break the bank should have a look at the incredible value accommodation on offer in the South West and in our other top regions, as rated by tens of thousands of our holidaymakers.

“Grass pitches can be as little as £6 per night, and as the weather gets colder there’s a host of other affordable alternatives such as shepherd’s huts, lodges, camping pods and cabins."

For those on the Isle of Wight looking for a quality camping trip that they don't have to travel too far for, here are five great options within the county.

5 best rated campsites on the Isle of Wight

Southland Experience Freedom Glamping

Location: Winford Road, Newchurch, PO36 0LZ

Pitchup.com user rating: 9.8/10 (from 18 reviews)

The highest-rated camping site on the Isle of Wight is the Southland Experience Freedom Glamping.

It described itself as "a well-maintained site on the outskirts of a quiet village" and is just a ten-minute drive from the coast.

The pre-pitched safari tents have room for five guests and come with proper beds, linen, a well-equipped kitchenette and a fridge.

Facilities include toilet and shower blocks (including disabled cubicles), family-friendly washrooms, a kids' playground and a dog-walking area.

Full information on the site can be found on the Pitchup.com page here.

Camp Corve

Location: Corve Lane, Chale Green, PO38 2LA

Pitchup.com user rating: 9.7/10 (from 7 reviews)

Camp Corve is set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty surrounded by an ancient woodland.

It is a dog-friendly site that is around a 15-minute drive away from the nearest beach.

With six acres of rolling countryside, you'll be able to get on with plenty of walking and cycling, before sitting around a firepit at the end of the day.

Full information on the site can be found on the Pitchup.com page here.

Compton Farm Caravan and Camping

Location: Military Road, Compton, PO30 4HF

Pitchup.com user rating: 9.5/10 (from 38 reviews)

Compton Farm has 18 acres of wildflower meadows for camping, giving you plenty of room to sit back and enjoy a campfire.

Just 10 minutes away from the site you can find Compton Bay which is a great spot to try out some surfing.

Going a bit further along to Freshwater Bay you can take part in kayaking, coasteering and rock climbing up the cliffs.

Full information on the site can be found on the Pitchup.com page here.

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Heathfield Farm Camping

Location: Heathfield Road, Norton Green, Freshwater PO40 9SH

Pitchup.com user rating: 9.4/10 (from 227 reviews)

Nine acres of countryside are available at Heathfield Farm Camping for those pitching tents and those in caravans.

Specially planted native trees and shrubs shelter most of the park’s roomy and marked pitches, all of which are level, easily accessible and with electric hook-ups.

Kids can enjoy a large playing field to let off some steam whilst the parents prepare dinner at the adjacent barbecue areas and picnic tables.

If you fancied getting out and about the site is only a mile away from Freshwater village and its shops.

Full information on the site can be found on the Pitchup.com page here.

The Orchards Holiday Park

Location: Main Road, Newbridge, Yarmouth PO41 0TS

Pitchup.com user rating: 9.2/10 (from 81 reviews)

Accommodating both tent pitches and caravans, the Orchards Holiday Park has a whole lot on offer.

It has a heated outdoor pool open from late May to early September, as well as an indoor pool, open all season which are both free.

Alongside that, you can find a poolside coffee shop, pool and ping pong tables, a recreation area, and a takeaway food bar.

Full information on the site can be found on the Pitchup.com page here.