Residential
Bucksmore Education Summer Camp London
London · Language · 10–18 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
Summer Camps in the United Kingdom 2027
78 camps5 destinationsDay & residential
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Best rated Summer Camps in the United Kingdom
How we rank campsRanked by average parent rating among camps with at least 3 verified reviews.
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Reach Cambridge Summer School (Cambridge · Residential) — 5.0 (15) · Since 2003
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Summer Programme (London · Day) — 5.0 (8) · 5.0 on Google
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Gordonstoun International Summer School (Duffus · Residential) — 5.0 (8) · Since 1976
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Downe House Summer School (Cold Ash · Residential) — 5.0 (6) · Since 2025
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Milton Abbey Summer School Language Camp Blandford Forum (Blandford Forum · Residential) — 5.0 (6) · Since 2025
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Football Summer Camp (Coalville · Residential) — 5.0 (6) · 4.5 on Google · Since 2007
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Summer School (Stirling · Residential) — 5.0 (6) · 5.0 on Google · Since 2016
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Global Explorer (London · Residential) — 5.0 (5) · 4.0 on Google · Since 1953
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Oxford Centre (Oxford · Residential) — 5.0 (5) · 4.0 on Google · Since 1953
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Oxford Summer Courses Camp (Oxford · Residential) — 5.0 (5) · 4.5 on Google · Since 2010
All Summer Camps in the United Kingdom
78 camps found
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Global Explorer
London · Language · 12–17 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Oxford Centre
Oxford · Language · 12–17 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Junior Courses
Bournemouth · Language · 9–18 yrs
Typically open in January — 2027 dates coming soon
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Summer School
Stirling · Language · 12–17 yrs
Typically open in June — 2027 dates coming soon
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Oxford Summer School
Oxford · Language · 13–18 yrs
Typically open in June — 2027 dates coming soon
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Football Summer Camp
Coalville · Soccer · 14–18 yrs
Typically open in June — 2027 dates coming soon
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English Study Camps
London · Language · 8–17 yrs
Typically open in June — 2027 dates coming soon
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Immerse Education
London · Academic · 13–18 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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BLISS Summer School
Edinburgh · Language · 8–17 yrs
Typically open in June — 2027 dates coming soon
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Oxford Summer School Camp
Oxford · Academic · 8–17 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Summer School
Acton Burnell · Academic · 11–16 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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MyPro Golf Camp
St Andrews · Golf · 10–17 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Junior Summer School
Portsmouth · Language · 12–17 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Summer Programme
London · Fashion design · 10–16 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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English Summer Courses
London · Language · 5–17 yrs
Typically open in January — 2027 dates coming soon
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Musical Theatre Camp
Cobham · Dance · 11–18 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Summer School
London · Language · 12–17 yrs
Typically open in April — 2027 dates coming soon
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PEAK at Eton College
Windsor · Tennis · 12–17 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Canford Summer School
Wimborne · Academic · 11–16 yrs
Typically open in June — 2027 dates coming soon
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L&E World Camp UK
Twyford · Language · 8–16 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Fyling Hall Summer School
Whitby · Language · 9–17 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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International Summer School
York · Language · 7–17 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Summer Adventure Camp
Brecon · Language · 10–16 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Summer School
Weymouth · Language · 13–17 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Claremont Summer School
Bodiam · Language · 10–17 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Oxbridge Summer Scholars
London · Academic · 14–19 yrs
Typically open in July — 2027 dates coming soon
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Choosing a camp in the United Kingdom
The UK has one of the world's longest-running traditions of residential summer schools, many held on university campuses and historic boarding-school grounds across England, Scotland and Wales. That heritage gives families access to camps set inside real academic institutions, alongside language camps that let children practise English with native speakers in its country of origin.
Beyond the classroom, UK summer camps take advantage of everything from countryside and coastline to city life in London, mixing sport, drama and outdoor activities with day trips to castles, museums and historic sites. The ranking below reflects camps with verified parent reviews, updated as new bookings and reviews come in.
Camps in the United Kingdom: the facts
Every figure is computed live from the camps listed on this page.
Where camps in the United Kingdom take kids
Counted from the camps' own excursion programmes — not a tourist list.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the best summer camps in the United Kingdom?
- Based on verified parent reviews, our top-rated summer camps in the United Kingdom include Reach Cambridge Summer School, Summer Programme, Gordonstoun International Summer School. See the full ranking above — it updates as new reviews come in.
- When do summer camps in the United Kingdom run?
- Summer camps in the United Kingdom run June to August. Exact dates are set per session by each camp.
- How much do summer camps in the United Kingdom cost?
- Prices start from $1,790 per session. Each camp sets its own pricing, and many offer age-based rates and sibling discounts.
- What ages are summer camps in the United Kingdom for?
- The camps listed here welcome children from 4 to 24 years old. Every camp page lists its exact age groups per session.
- Are there both day and overnight options?
- Yes — 2 day camps and 76 residential (overnight) camps match this page. Use the filters to narrow down.
- How do I book?
- Open a camp to see its sessions, live availability and prices, then book online. You'll confirm your child's details and pay securely — no phone calls needed.
- Are airport transfers included at summer camps in the United Kingdom?
- 74 of the 78 camps here that list transport details arrange airport pick-up — check each camp's "Getting there" section for meeting points and times.
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