Riverside camping in Cotswolds AONB

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Pitch your tent riverside in the Cotswolds AONB, where over 120 campsites put you steps from the water and within earshot of kingfishers. Expect a mix of grassy meadows and willow-draped banks, with trails heading straight from your camp to postcard villages and hidden swimming holes. Sites like Radcot Leisure on Thames (97 reviews), Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe (51 reviews), and The Pig Place Campsite (27 reviews) draw regulars for riverside views and easy access to hiking, wildlife-watching, and a proper swim when the sun’s out. Most sites welcome pets and offer hot showers and toilets—no need to rough it. Prices start around £11 a night, with an average closer to £100, so you can keep it simple or splash out. Don’t forget your boots—paths can get muddy, and the best spots are often a short walk from the nearest lay-by.

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Top-rated campgrounds in Cotswolds AONB

Swan Island Glamping and Camping

1. Swan Island Glamping and Camping

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(306)
Oxfordshire, England · 38 units · Tents, Glamping
A Thames’ island campsite in the Oxfordshire countryside – with a lovely pub just over the bridge
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Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

2. Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

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(42)
Trowbridge, England · 51 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a family run farm situated in the beautiful Frome valley. The farm has a range of interests from the traditional Jersey milking cows to a community of workshops used by local craftsmen. The cafe serves cream teas from Easter to the end of September and pizzas are sold in evenings during the summer months. Ours is a small family run camp site with the River Frome on one side, next to the medieval buildings of Stowford Farm. The river is suitable for fishing, boating, swimming and paddling. Historic Bradford-on-Avon is only a 5 minute drive and the City of Bath 15 minutes. For those who enjoy more rural pleasures, 200 metres from the campsite Farleigh Hungerford boasts the only river swimming club in the country, and you can become an instant member for a very small fee.
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Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

3. Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

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(152)
Warwickshire, England · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Think Countryfile meets Time Team. Camping in six-acres of unspoiled Cotswold countryside, built in the grounds of a Norman castle.
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Tipi Adventure

4. Tipi Adventure

Ross On Wye, England · 5 units
Tipis in a riverside meadow – all set up for group adventures
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The Pig Place Campsite

5. The Pig Place Campsite

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(93)
Adderbury, England · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Canal-side camping for adults on a rustic Oxfordshire pig farm
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Gurt Yurts

6. Gurt Yurts

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(24)
Churchill, England · 9 units · Tents, Glamping
Off the beaten track on top of the Mendips in an area of outstanding natural beauty. A mixture of four acres of wild woodland, orchard and field set on a hillside. Our Yurt is set up in the trees giving you peaceful seclusion and a clear view across the sea to Wales and the mountains of the Brecon Beacons. The Yurt is big and sleeps up to four very comfortably. It has its own stove and outside is a washroom just for you with hot shower , toilet and sinks. Your own meadow allows you to just relax and be. Up on the campfield you can bring your own tent or hire a Belle tent from us with all the fittings to camp contentedly. Our new Wash House has hot showers, flushing toilets and basins. You can light a fire and cook up a BBQ or maybe just watch the world go by. A huge range of activities are possible or you can lie in the hammock with a good book. We have very friendly dogs and rescue chickens who may come and visit. Wild deer wander past in the early morning mist and the odd buzzard picks an argument with a bunch of crows but nothing much else should disturb you. We moved here after an 18 month search 11 years ago. It was close to everything we wanted and we've spent some time getting a bit closer.
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By The Red Phone Box Glamping & Camping

7. By The Red Phone Box Glamping & Camping

99%
(50)
Tenbury Wells, England · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and spacious pitches in the Teme Valley, close to the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
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Swallow Barn Woodland Campsite

8. Swallow Barn Woodland Campsite

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(13)
Blakeney, England · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
An exclusive-hire nearly-wild woodland campsite for up to 20 people
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Oak & Ash & Thorn in the Cotswolds

9. Oak & Ash & Thorn in the Cotswolds

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(47)
Minchinhampton, England · 4 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Secluded almost wild camping spots in an ancient woodland in the Cotswolds
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Camping at Brandiers Farm

10. Camping at Brandiers Farm

88%
(12)
Upper Minety, England · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bucolic rural glamping in a beautiful natural beauty spot on the borders of Wiltshire and Gloucestershire.
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Cuddfan - The Hiding Place

11. Cuddfan - The Hiding Place

100%
(14)
Crickhowell, Wales · 2 units
A secluded, riverside bell tent in the heart of The Black Mountains
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Baldwins Brook Glamping

12. Baldwins Brook Glamping

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(8)
England · 5 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
Small dog-friendly site on the banks of the river Severn Adjacent to the Severn Way and half an hour’s walk from the canal Wildlife haven within walking distance of pubs and Frampton on Severn Craving a peaceful time filled with wildlife watching, long walks and relaxing by the water? On the banks of the River Severn, Baldwin’s Brook Glamping in Gloucestershire fits the bill. This small site is a wildlife haven adjacent to the Severn Way, a long-distance trail which traces the river downstream. Birdwatching prospects are excellent here, and there’s plenty of peace if you’d rather sit and relax by a firepit or check out the stunning views and sunsets. The site is part of a working family farm with lots of livestock. From the farm, it’s a 45-minute walk to Frampton on Severn, which is home to the longest village green in England and the lively Frampton Country Fair (think funfair… and 400 stalls full of good stuff). Baldwin’s Brook Glamping is also half an hour’s walk away from the Cotswold Canal Trust Visitor Centre by The Gloucester and Sharpness Canal if you’d like to grab a spot on a boat trip or sip a coffee by the canal. When you'd rather have a chilled beer, two pubs are within half a mile of the site (only 10 minutes’ walk away). Strike up a conversation with a local about the next Severn Bore, the huge tidal wave which races for 25 miles from Awre to Gloucester down the estuary just a handful of times per year.
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Huckleberry Farm

13. Huckleberry Farm

82%
(17)
Bletchingdon, England · 3 units · Tents, Glamping
A back-to-basics campsite that’s well placed for visiting Oxford and the Cotswolds
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Buzzard Holt Hosting

14. Buzzard Holt Hosting

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(7)
Buckingham, England · 11 units
Glamping with a mini outdoor spa on the edge of Stowe Park in Buckinghamshire
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Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf

15. Podtastic @ Nelsons Wharf

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(26)
Stockton, England · 3 units
Pod glamping and tent camping while watching boats go by on the banks of the Grand Union Canal
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Nordic Glamping at Botswicky

16. Nordic Glamping at Botswicky

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(8)
England · 4 units
Handcrafted, eco-conscious stays in harmony with nature. Tucked away in a secluded pocket of countryside, Nordic Glamping offers an off-grid retreat designed for those who seek peace, privacy and a gentler pace of life. Our four beautifully handcrafted yurts sit within five acres of unspoilt organic hay meadow—surrounded by ancient woodland, thick hedgerows, a bubbling stream, a weather-led newt pond and charming little bridges. There is a lot to explore! This untouched, undulating landscape is home to thoughtfully designed, eco-friendly facilities: soft composting toilets, hot showers, fresh running water, and a covered kitchen and dining area. Shaded spaces for gathering or unwinding allow you to connect with nature in comfort. Each yurt is carefully dressed with organic cotton or linen bedding atop handcrafted wooden beds—combining rustic charm with deep rest and relaxation. Everything here is off-grid and in rhythm with the land… although a reliable 4G signal is on hand for those absolutely necessary connections ;-) Nordic Glamping shares Botswicky Copse with award-winning organic farmer Helen Browning. Together, we’re committed to working with the land—not against it—ensuring its vitality for generations to come. We’re proud members of the Greener Camping Club, which helps support more sustainable, low-impact camping in the UK. To stay with us, we kindly ask that one person per booking is, or becomes, a member. A seasonal membership is just £12 and supports our shared vision of responsible travel and eco-conscious living. (*Existing members do not need to pay again.)
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Preston-on-Wye Campsite

17. Preston-on-Wye Campsite

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(9)
England · 2 units
Located on the Welsh Boarders in Herefordshire, halfway between Hereford and Hay-On-Wye , Preston Campsite is situated alongside the picturesque River Wye. With easy access for campers, glampers, canoeists and fishermen, Preston Campsite is the perfect location to gain access to the river and to escape the hustle and bustle of every day life. Preston Campsite is located on a working farm, surrounded by an abundance of nature. Watch roaming sheep and cattle grazing, hares busily darting between fields, deer sneaking through and even the resident swans going about their daily lives. We specialise in Glamping Bell Tents where guests can have a great get away without sacrificing the creature comforts. Forget blow up beds and sleeping bags. Experience the outdoors in style, with our fully equipped Bell Tents. The benefits of real beds, whilst still enjoying outdoor living. We also welcome Traditional Camping for guests to enjoy getting right back to nature. Book a spot, drive up, and set up your own equipment. Then enjoy quality time by yourself, with friends or with family. We also welcome Motorhomes, Campers and Caravans who love to explore the countryside with their beloved home from home.
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Oakhill Ponds

18. Oakhill Ponds

96%
(13)
Somerset, England · 6 units
A uniquely peaceful Somerset glamping site set around two ponds in its own beautiful wildlife garden.
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Camping By The River

19. Camping By The River

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(1)
Abingdon, England · 2 units
Join us in our luxury, fully kitted-out bell tents on our secluded off grid campsite. With just two bell tents (each tent sleeping 6), you can enjoy unrestricted views of the river Thames or perhaps explore the adjacent woodland. If you book both tents you have over 3 acres to stay in with exclusive use for your group.
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Romantic Country Glamping

20. Romantic Country Glamping

92%
(12)
Bradford On Avon, England · 2 units
A pair of self-contained glamping getaways in Wiltshire
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