OT anyone on here got any experience of "wild" camping in the UK?

[GTFsTwinBrother]

All banter and double entendres accepted...

But, me and a few mates are wanting to get away and do some wild camping. As wild as it can be I the UK. A few of us are in to bushcraft etc but have only ever done days out. Any advice as the specific locations would be much appreciated. Scotland seems like the perfect choice given the laws of the land but its a bit far for a couple of the group... so we're looking for somewhere in Wales/England

 

[Seasidestevo71]

we did the NC500 in september - absolutely gorgeous up there, would deffo recommend the area

 

[Wizaard]

All banter and double entendres accepted...

But, me and a few mates are wanting to get away and do some wild camping. As wild as it can be I the UK. A few of us are in to bushcraft etc but have only ever done days out. Any advice as the specific locations would be much appreciated. Scotland seems like the perfect choice given the laws of the land but its a bit far for a couple of the group... so we're looking for somewhere in Wales/England

Grizedale. Lots of trees to tie hammocks and tarps to. Done it a few times.

 

[fcblackpool]

Campsite said there would be hot water. Wild? We were bloody livid.

 

[BFC_BFC_BFC]

Done a bit.... I'm not convinced it's well suited to being a group activity mind you (particularly not in England).... Loads of people are already on it and finding spots even in relatively remote areas isn't likely to be easy for a group. There's also been a bit of an effort to stop the activity at some of the more popular spots recently...

Plenty of YouTube videos available...

 

[Ockers]

Langdale Valley, in an area between Stickle Pike and Bowfell.

Bottle of red and Bob Marley on the phone, top night

Carried on to Scafell the following day

Come down the second night, pitch up at National Trust site and get yourself into The Old Dungeon Ghyll for some top ales

 

[GTFsTwinBrother]

Thanks for the ideas folks. Certainly a few things I've not considered and interestingly some spots that I'm familiar with but wouldn't have thought of.

I get the feeling that my group will end up "compromising" and just end up camping at a place you can have your own fires at. But I'm gonna keep looking.

 

[Stanmatt]

Try the Valley behind Brotherswater. There's a an isolated location called the Priests Hole (insert your own joke). It's a dramatic valley and not too busy. I did night climbing up there and camped out (November time). The Brotherswater Inn does fantastic big meals. Lamb Henry was brilliant last time was there.

 

[zico_bamber]

I was thinking about this but can't find anywhere with WI-FI

 

[Mexboroseasider]

Don’t forget to take your trowel.

 

[Sunpool]

Done lots of wild solo camping.. was in priest cave( Google it) last thursday night..that high up woke up in a cloud.. had a little tumble on my way back down, so has its challenges. As mentioned wild camping is better when solo,

 

[Loftyboy]

Clean up after

 

[Lytham_fy8]

The wildest mountain area in Engand/Wales is the Rhinogs in Wales, certainly far more than anything in Cumbria. It's definitely the toughest walking and you'll probably not bump in to anyone else at all outside of Summer except for the Roman steps or a summit.

Rhinogydd - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

I've not camped it but have walked it a fair bit, it takes twice as long to walk anywhere than any other area, that's not an exaggeration.

Found you a link to a wild camping trudge.

Rhinog Traverse from Talsarnau to Barmouth - Eat Sleep Wild

The Rhinogs (also known in Welsh by the plurals Rhinogydd or Rhinogau) are a mountain range in Snowdonia, known for the rugged and wild terrain. It's far

eatsleepwild.com

 

[tangysider]

All banter and double entendres accepted...

But, me and a few mates are wanting to get away and do some wild camping. As wild as it can be I the UK. A few of us are in to bushcraft etc but have only ever done days out. Any advice as the specific locations would be much appreciated. Scotland seems like the perfect choice given the laws of the land but its a bit far for a couple of the group... so we're looking for somewhere in Wales/England

When you do persuade group to go to Scotland try Loch Etive, about 15 miles down a single track road.
If any of your mates have canoes it would add to experience.
Loads of red deer on drive down.

 

[BIG_BERTHA_3]

we did the NC500 in september - absolutely gorgeous up there, would deffo recommend the area

Looking to do the NC500 myself ,did you go in a campervan or hotels

 

[Mark_GT]

Don’t forget to take your trowel.

..... and watch where you're treading

 

[Johnno]

I’ve not done any for some years, but currently getting my kit back together for a Spring return.
I’m not as fit as I was, so going for the Ultra-light set up, carrying about 40 litres.
It’s a real buzz knowing you’re totally self sufficient with what you’ve got on your back, I can’t wait.

 

[Seasidestevo71]

Looking to do the NC500 myself ,did you go in a campervan or hotels

we hired a campervan, drove to inverness, the up the east coast to john o grotes, across the top down to ullapool then onto isle of skye.
book if you are wanting to stay anywhere, all camp sites were booked up fully - we got into 2 which were first come first served but no electric points.

 

[Matesrates]

Me and my two best mates went to Cornwall in 1960. I can tell you it was as wild as it gets.

 

[BIG_BERTHA_3]

we hired a campervan, drove to inverness, the up the east coast to john o grotes, across the top down to ullapool then onto isle of skye.
book if you are wanting to stay anywhere, all camp sites were booked up fully - we got into 2 which were first come first served but no electric points.

Cheers ,looking to do hotels my Mrs is a softie .

 

[Seasidestevo71]

Cheers ,looking to do hotels my Mrs is a softie .

Beautiful up there, if you are on Facebook there is a nc500 group which is good

 

[Atletico_Seasider]

Be careful with that 'wild camping', if you get too much of it you may be tempted to move into the harder stuff like 'dogging' . It's a slippery slope...

 

[Satsuma]

Done a bit in the UK(mainly Lakeland area), but always solo.
Spent over 6 weeks a couple of years ago cycling right around Ireland, N.Ireland and the Republic. About 50% of the time I was wild camping(illegally), but every few days I went in a hostel, just to properly freshen up and get a better sleep! I had some proper laughs in Ireland though,and people turned a blind eye to some of the ridiculous places I pitched my tent! I even had a Garda police car stop outside one morning in Roscommon and the policeman asked me what I was doing. I told him, then told a white lie saying I wasn't sure what the ruling was in Ireland, but in England the police generally turn a blind eye if you're not making a racket, and clear up after you! . He nodded and then added... 'well my house is the first one 100 metres down the lane, so if you want any breakfast or a shower just knock!' It's fair to say that I didn't bother!

 

[Doc]

Why do you want to go and live like a refugee for a week? There is a reason people stay in hotels.
Don't do it, you'll freeze your tits off.

 

[tangerine_neil]

Find a suitable spot - not too exposed, note wind direction for setting tent if higher up. Try to find the flattest spot with some protection from the elements (don’t think about the view). Clearly don’t want anywhere with cattle nearby. Be careful re ticks & bare legs. Be aware of your location on map and always take compass in case the weather suddenly changes. Tell a friend where you’re heading. Pitch up late and leave early. Obviously clear up after yourself. Nothing annoys me more than seeing a load of discarded rubbish or even tents lying around.

 

[Eventhepenguins]

Try the Valley behind Brotherswater. There's a an isolated location called the Priests Hole (insert your own joke).

I once went there to learn to play guitar.
Unfortunately I just couldn't get the hang of fingering in the Priests Hole, so gave up and came home