10 Best Campgrounds Near Cheddar Gorge, England

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Located in Mendip Hills in Somerset, Cheddar Gorge is the United Kingdom’s largest gorge. Its peaceful countryside setting is so attractive that it appeals not only to nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts but also to the general public. One of England’s 46 Areas of Natural Beauty (AONB), Mendip Hills is composed of spectacular limestone cliffs that serve as home to numerous ancient monuments. Whether you simply want a breath of fresh air and a change of scenery or an adventurous time outdoors, you will surely appreciate everything you can find here. Camping is definitely a great idea, especially if you wish to unplug momentarily. Check out these best campgrounds near Cheddar Gorge, UK.

Tent-only campgrounds

1. Walnut Tree Farm

Walnut Tree Farm
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Walnut Tree Farm is beautifully set on an organic farm and is ideal for families, couples, or groups of friends. You can enjoy a peaceful camping experience here for a minimum of two nights in summer or spring. Offering a nice change of scenery, it has many cows roaming around freely. Fire pits are provided, so you can always set up campfires for cozy nights of stargazing. You may bring your own firewood. Ensuring you a hassle-free stay, it also has compost loos and hot showers that you can use. Quiet hours are from 10:00pm to 8:00am every day. You can go fishing or sailing in the area. The campground is a 30-minute drive away from cities, such as Wells and Bath, as well as Mendip Hills. It’s a great place to bond with loved ones.

Walnut Tree Farm

Website: Walnut Tree Farm

Address: Walnut Tree Farm, Regil, Winford, Bristol BS40 8BD, United Kingdom (https://goo.gl/maps/TMUBgSJUfgJddC7M9)

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2. Camping in Nature at Vallis Veg

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Posted by Vallis Veg on Sunday, May 12, 2019

Nestled in a small farm, Camping in Nature at Vallis Veg offers a genuine, natural camping experience for families, groups of friends, and couples. It features leveled spaces where you can pitch your own tents, set against the backdrop of young trees. It also has pitches for hammocks. If you are camping with a relatively large group, you can set up camp at Pitch 11, which has spaces for 2 tents and a covered area with a fire pit or at Pitch 16, which can accommodate 4 huge tents or 8 small tents. The campground is close to the center of town where you will find shops and restaurants. It is perfect for a camping trip during summer or spring, so you will get to enjoy long walks around and find solitude.

Camping in Nature at Vallis Veg

Website: Camping in Nature at Vallis Veg

Address: Vallis Veg, Egford, Frome BA11 3JQ, United Kingdom (https://goo.gl/maps/u89rz7i4BMyWK6CQ7)

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RV campgrounds & RV sites

3. Petruth Paddocks

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But we are looking forward to some warmer nights and fairy lights to crack open a beer, eat a burger and star gaze next to the crackle of a Petruth campfire #dreamy

Posted by Petruth Paddocks Camping on Sunday, December 1, 2019

Petruth Paddocks is the ideal destination for every outdoor enthusiast or anyone who loves camping, especially during summer. It welcomes tents of all kinds, along with caravans and motorhomes. Year-round, it offers 10 hardstanding pitches with hookups. Campfires are permitted here, and at 5:30 pm onwards, you will see a quad bike roaming around to drop off fire drums, firelighters, kindling, logs, and paper. You may avail of these things for a minimal fee. Showers, toilets, and water taps are available too. The campground is close to caves that you can explore. It’s worth camping here because you will get to create many wonderful memories with loved ones.

Petruth Paddocks

Website: Petruth Paddocks

Address: Labourham Drove, Cheddar BS27 3XW, United Kingdom (https://g.page/petruthpaddocks?share)

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4. Cheddar Bridge

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Posted by Cheddar Bridge Touring Park on Saturday, August 25, 2018

An adults-only touring park located next to Cheddar Football Club, Cheddar Bridge is perfect for those who are looking for some solitude. It exclusively welcomes guests aged at least 18 years old in a tranquil, riverside setting. Conveniently, it is only a few minutes away from numerous points of interest such as Cheddar Gorge and Mendip Hills. It features touring pitches and five static caravans by the river. Moreover, it has a flat tent field equipped with dishwashing facilities, a refrigerator, and a small toilet block. It is perfect for a summer vacation.

Cheddar Bridge

Website: Cheddar Bridge

Address: Cheddar Bridge Park, Draycott Rd, Cheddar BS27 3RJ, United Kingdom (https://goo.gl/maps/sCLKCaraSeLatHs96)

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5. Cheddar - Broadway Cottage Camping and Caravanning Club

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Cheddar - Broadway Cottage Camping and Caravanning Club is a Certificated Site (CS). It is relatively small, accommodating a maximum of 10 tents or trailer tents, and a maximum of 5 caravans or motorhomes. During your stay here, you will have access to on-site amenities, including ice pack freezing, showers, toilets, and washbasins. Pitches include grass-only pitches and grass pitches with electric hookups. It has a pet-friendly policy, so your pets are definitely welcome here. It is suitable for families, groups of friends, couples, as well as solo wanderers who want to take a break from their day-to-day lives. It is close to Cheddar Gorge and caves. It is best to visit the site during summer or spring so that you will get to have a more comfortable stay.

Cheddar - Broadway Cottage Camping and Caravanning Club

Website: Cheddar - Broadway Cottage Camping and Caravanning Club

Address: Broadway Cottage, Cheddar Rd BS26 2DP, United Kingdom (https://goo.gl/maps/xFecGLxPrAM2NjDJ7)

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6. Garden End Farm

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A family-operated dairy farm in Panborough, Garden End Farm is tucked among lush apple and plum trees. With hedges covering three of four sides, its campsite is child-friendly, which makes it an ideal option for families with kids. If you wish to bring your pets, you may make the necessary arrangements upon booking. On-site facilities include chemical disposal points, electric hookups, electric shaver points, hot and cold showers, toilets, and washbasins. Many local attractions are easily accessible, such as Bishop’s Palace, Wells and Mendip Museum, and Wookey Hole Caves. Summer and spring are the best times to visit the site so that you can enjoy having picnics and relaxing with loved ones.

Garden End Farm

Website: Garden End Farm

Address: Garden End Farm, Panborough, Wells BA5 1PN, United Kingdom (https://g.page/GardenEndFarm?share)

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7. Nettwood Country Breaks

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Posted by Nettwood Country Breaks on Friday, April 30, 2021

Nettwood Country Breaks is located on Mendip Hills, allowing you to enjoy stunning views of Chew Valley Lake. These views are best enjoyed during summer, spring, or fall. A working, 84.98-hectare (210-acre) stock farm, the site boasts an abundance of wildlife and woodland. It is the perfect outdoor destination for you if you are into glamping. It is ideal for families or groups of friends. It offers five different glamping pods. Furthermore, it has two camping fields: Lake View Field and Woodland Field. The former features four electric hookups and a heated shower block with a hair dryer, a refrigerator, and a wash-up area. The latter accommodates up to six structured electric hookups and provides a shower block with a hair dryer, a summer house, and a wash-up area. There are cycling and walking trails you can explore close by. With the site’s great amenities and convenient location, you will get to have fun adventures you will remember for a long time.

Nettwood Country Breaks

Website: Nettwood Country Breaks

Address: Smithams Hill, East Harptree, Bristol BS40 6DA, United Kingdom (https://g.page/nettwood-farm?share)

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8. Cranmoor Campsite

Posted by Cranmoor Campsite on Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Situated in Kingston Seymour, 4.02 km (2.5 mi) away from Yatton, Cranmoor Campsite is a quiet, leveled campsite with spacious pitches overlooking a fishing lake. It is a great place for families with children who are planning to go camping in summer. It is close to a park, a pier, and a beach. As a camper here, you will have complimentary access to its shower and toilet facilities, a chemical disposal station, a recycling station, and a wash-up station. You can fish at the pond for free too. Moreover, 12 hookup points are available. You can bring your dogs here, provided that they are on a leash and supervised at all times. There are fun activities you can engage here such as going for long walks and having picnics.

Cranmoor Campsite

Website: Cranmoor Campsite

Address: Bullocks Ln, Clevedon BS21 6XA, United Kingdom (https://goo.gl/maps/nAg3mJqFhMaGxDHn8)

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9. Ennywevvers

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Ennywevvers is peacefully tucked in Bristol. It offers glamping cabins and grass pitches for tents. It is a great site for adventurers looking to go camping in summer or spring. The city’s only tent campsite, it is only 1.61 km (1 mi) away from the city center. With its location, it is an ideal stopover for cyclists. It has all the basic amenities you need to camp comfortably, such as a kitchen area, a washing machine, a shower and toilet blocks, and wash-up facilities. It also features a sauna, allowing you to de-stress after an exhausting day.

Ennywevvers

Address: 5 Boiling Wells Ln, Bristol BS2 9XY, United Kingdom (https://goo.gl/maps/g8VPuSkaYJ19P8ZH8)

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10. Tucker's Grave Inn & Campsite

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Posted by Tuckers Grave Inn and Campsite on Tuesday, June 23, 2020

A famous traditional cider house, Tucker’s Grave Inn & Campsite has been welcoming travelers for more than 200 years now. It features a 4.05-ha (10-ac) farmland with electric and grass pitches for traditional, rural camping throughout the year. Accommodating tents, caravans, and motorhomes, it is suitable for all guests looking for a back-to-basics experience— solo travelers, couples, and families. On Fridays, it hosts the pop-up Street Food. On Saturdays, it holds a festive barbecue party in the barn. With these events, you will surely have a wonderful time here. Moreover, the site is close to bars, clubs, and biking trails.

Tucker's Grave Inn & Campsite

Website: Tucker’s Grave Inn & Campsite

Address: Faulkland, Bath, Radstock BA3 5XF, United Kingdom (https://g.page/TuckersGraveInnandCampsite?share)

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Escape to one of the United Kingdom’s finest countrysides

With many deep valleys, natural formations, and a calm setting, Cheddar Gorge and the entire Somerset are perfect destinations for those who wish to take a break from an exhausting life. As you plan to go on vacation and unplug, consider staying at one of these best campgrounds near the gorge.

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