
Association of Lightweight Campers
Lightweight Camping:
Connect, Explore, Enjoy
A special interest section of the Camping and Caravanning Club …. No-fuss social camping by cycle, foot or any type of powered transport.
We are open to cycle campers, backpackers, motorcyclists, car campers – anyone who likes the freedom of setting off with a small tent and enough kit to be comfortable.
We have meets all year, we don’t mind the weather, we just need to take different gear!
We set our summer meets programme early in the new year and winter meets are planned by autumn.
We hope you will join us at a meet soon
The Association of Lightweight Campers are committed to inclusivity and diversity, and welcome everyone regardless of their age, gender, experience, race, nationality, beliefs, or socio-economic circumstances.
Upcoming Meets - For Lightweight Campers Only Please - See above!
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AGM Meet - Kingsbury Water Park - Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Friday 16 May 2025
Kingsbury CCC site (2 nights)
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This is our AGM meet and all members are welcome at the AGM, which will be offsite but nearby.
Comprising water, wildlife, cycling and walking, our Kingsbury Water Park Club Site is a tranquil oasis in the heart of the industrial Midlands.
Bordered by the lovely Water Park, this spacious campsite has large, level pitches and clean, modern facilities with underfloor heating.
Lying adjacent to the campsite, the Water Park is one of the largest and most diverse fisheries in the Midlands.
With walking and cycling tracks, two play areas, a small train and a children’s farm, the Water Park is a fantastic day out for the whole family. Keep an eye out for the abundant birds and mammals that inhabit the park.
Take a walk along the canal towpath to the Dog and Doublet pub, Middleton Hall or RSPB Middleton Lakes.
Boasting great shopping, fascinating museums and vibrant nightlife, Birmingham is nearby. A bit further afield, the Black Country Living Museum and Cadbury World are exciting days out.
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Summer Meet - Windermere - Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Monday 2 June 2025
Windermere CCC site (3 nights)
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Located 8 miles from Lake Windermere, this Club Site is ideally situated for exploring the stunning beauty of the Lake District National Park.
Sit back and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this campsite, surrounded by plentiful wildlife and beautiful views. Our spacious Windermere Club Site boasts a separate tent camping area, backpacker facility, a family camping area, and children’s play area.
After a busy day exploring the Lakes The Whistling Pig, the onsite bar is the perfect spot to sit back and enjoy a well earned drink.
Across the fields lies the village of Staveley, as well as a shop, supermarket, pubs and the famous Hawkshead Brewery. Take a walk from the campsite to Potters Fell or Reston Scar.
If you are looking to stay closer to the lake, the Club also has a site in the town of Bowness on Windermere.
Windermere offers plenty of water-based activities including cruises, canoeing and windsurfing. Take some time to visit local attractions such as the World of Beatrix Potter and Aquarium of the Lakes.
Hop aboard the chain ferry to the western side of the lake and visit the charming village of Hawkshead. Pay a visit to Claife Heights, a National Trust woodland great for walking, cycling and wildlife spotting.
At the southern tip of the lake, Fell Foot Park is perfect for picnics or a swim in the lake.

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Join The Camping and Caravanning Club today to benefit from over 100 years of expertise as well as specially selected discounts tailored to our members. As soon as you are a member you will be assigned to a District Association (DA). This will be the closest DA to where you live and shown on your membership card. You are then free to go camping with any of the 93 DA's over 13 Regions in the UK.
We hope to see you in a field soon...