How to Glamp on a Budget

Love glamping but not the price tag?

With a few simple swaps you can elevate your camping style from basic to boujee with our tips on how to glamp on a budget.

Read on to find out more!

What is Glamping?

Glamping is essentially luxury camping and has soared in popularity in recent years. Combining the beauty of the outdoors with comfort, it comes in all shapes and sizes including bell tents, safari lodges and shepherds huts. Popular amenities include electricity, bedding and cosy decor.

Unlike traditional camping, glamping takes away the hassle of pitching tents or sacrificing home comforts. It’s ideal for those who want to enjoy nature without giving up a comfy bed, heating, or even a hot tub. Whether it’s a romantic retreat or a family getaway, glamping offers a memorable way to connect with the outdoors, without roughing it

Here are four tips on how to Glamp on a Budget:

Be flexible

Sometimes, the time of year you're looking to go glamping will make all the difference on price. Glamping in peak times, like school holidays and over the Easter break, can double in price even when offering the same facilities as the off season.

Consider being flexible to save the pounds on your next glamping holiday. Off peak camping parks will run deals through the winter to encourage holidaymakers to the site. Keep an eye on top websites like; Airbnb, Glamping Hideaways and Canopy & Stars for off-peak deals and save yourself a few pounds!

Invest in comfort

If you're a regular camper it's likely you already have the right gear and you don’t need a yurt or a tepee tent to feel glam. Simply invest in good quality sleeping gear like a new airbed, pack a duvet and a few cosy blankets which will instantly transform your glamping set-up.

Adding fairy lights, lanterns, tablecloths to your table and upgrading your melamine sets will quickly transform the look and feel of your tent which costs very little for budget friendly glamping.

You could even invest in a movie screen, these often pack down small and connect to your phone for the perfect evening glamping entertainment.

Stay at affordable campsites

When researching campsites for glamping on a budget, look for reasonably priced sites with optional extras. Adding a hot shower to your stay or roasting marshmallows on a fire pit in the evening will make your camping experience feel glam.

More basic campsites often come with great views or in scenic areas of the UK, consider what you value you most on your trip, some campsites will offer glamping-style facilities without the added costs.

Use campsites comparison sites

When booking your glamping escape be sure to check our glamping comparisons sites for the best deals in your chosen area. Pitchup.com and Campsites.co.uk can help compare prices and offer the best deals. With extensive photos, reviews and facilities lists you can find the perfect glamping stay on a budget for you.

A final note from us

We hope you have been inspired to try Glamping on a budget. With a few well-chosen prices and a little creativity you can transform your camping trips into a chic and comfortable experience. Glamping on a budget is possible and very rewarding when done right!