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Name: Mendip Hills AONB
Address: Mendip Hills AONB
Rating: 4.819

Limestone bluffs, rocky plateaus, and grassy steppes blanket the landscapes of the Mendip Hills, providing plenty of scope for outdoor adventures. Hike beneath towering cliffs in the Cheddar Gorge, explore natural caves, and climb windswept tors for views that stretch as far as Wales. Camping is just as adventurous—pitch your tent at secluded campsites surrounded by nature or enjoy glamping in a bell tent or remote shepherd’s hut. The forests, lakes, and gorges are accessible year-round but bloom with wildflowers in spring and summer. Winter camping and hiking is possible with all-weather gear, although it’s best to leave the tent behind.

96% (2.5K) • 4,856 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in Mendip Hills AONB

Abbey Home Farm

1. Abbey Home Farm

94%

(218)

Cirencester, England · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Eco-camping for real. Cooking on an open fire. Unspoilt natural beauty.

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Bredy Farm

2. Bredy Farm

87%

(63)

Bridport, England · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm with a party vibe at weekends

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Wookey Farm

3. Wookey Farm

98%

(181)

Wookey, England · 44 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Eco-friendly, campfire-friendly, family-friendly camping on the farm – plus Somerset's famous Wookey Hole caves on the doorstep

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Electrical hookup

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The Edge - Luxury Yurts

4. The Edge - Luxury Yurts

England · 2 units

🦉 The Edge / Hedwig and Errol 🦉 🌿 An adults only Yurt Retreat near Wells, Glastonbury, Bath and Bristol. 🌿 Nestled in the heart of the Somerset countryside, yet just two miles to the bustling city of Wells, The Edge offers a boutique, adults-only glamping experience that combines the tranquillity of nature with the luxury of home comforts. Our beautiful, locally hand-crafted, yurts provide a calming escape, complete with cosy interiors and breathtaking views. Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway or a peaceful retreat The Edge promises an unforgettable stay. 🌿 Highlights 🌿 Adults-only site for complete peace and quiet King-size bed High quality bed linens and towels provided Private, fully equipped outdoor kitchen with gas stove and electric coolbox/fridge Private, luxurious bathroom with hot showers and"proper" flushing toilets! Wood-burning stove Outdoor dining and fire pit area (logs chargeable)

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Hot Tub

Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

5. Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

87%

(39)

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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Little Eden Riverside Campsite

6. Little Eden Riverside Campsite

98%

(62)

England · 27 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A very warm welcome to our guests at Little Eden, a restful and relaxing, riverside campsite for tents and campervans with grass pitches. We’re in a great spot if you love fishing, kayaking, gorge walking, cycling, seasides, fossil hunting, wild swimming, fell running, bird watching, archaeology or even Viking history! We are 9 miles from the mystical Glastonbury Abbey and Tor and directly on a Sustrans 33 cycle path route. The River Brue runs alongside the campsite with damsel flies fluttering by and kingfishers darting back and forth. We are on the Somerset levels so the sunsets are amazing as well as night time stargazing. We have a private, wooden jetty where you can launch your own paddle board. It’s a perfect get away for campers and nature lovers. Bring your own raised BBQs and logs or buy firewood on site. A family run campsite around 30 miles south of Bristol on the banks of the River Brue, it has a relaxed vibe and we try to keep things simple and straight forward. It’s ideal for doing some day trips nearby, then lighting the BBQ and playing Frisbee (games box you are most welcome to use). Shower and toilet, drinking water, washing-up sink in garden kitchenette. Our big sister site is just 4 miles away, and the café bar at 'Wall Eden Farm' serves fantastic coffee, cake, and family-made Somerset cider. If looking for classic countryside pub meal The Duck at Burtle and The Bird at Westhay are local favourites, be sure to book! Burnham on Sea close by has great fish and chips, a sandy beach, a pier and promenade if you like salty fingers and sandy toes. *DIRECTIONS* Little Eden Adventures is on Goole Maps Postcode takes you within 200 meters of campsite, look for white house with flagpole on stone bridge over river. What3words master.musical.titles. Our grandmother and her 5 sisters grew up milking cattle on the land. It’s steeped in history and archaeology. Bring your fishing rod as there are bream and roach in the River Brue. The site is a dream for cyclists. Electric vehicle charging at Wall Eden Farm with a Farmshop stocked with essential supplies, Moonshine and sweet treats. Sorry no pets as livestock in neighbouring fields. Big Adventures and Little Moments Warmest Wishes, Team Little Eden

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Southover Wood and Camping

7. Southover Wood and Camping

95%

(100)

Dorchester, England · 15 units · Tents, Glamping

Nearly wild camping in a vast Dorset woodland

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Crooked Willows Farm

8. Crooked Willows Farm

89%

(18)

Wimborne. Dorset, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Adults-only, back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm

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Snelling Farm Campsite

9. Snelling Farm Campsite

99%

(140)

Wareham, England · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes

An amazingly green, natural feel and care-free atmosphere near the Dorset coast

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Primrose Fields Campsite

10. Primrose Fields Campsite

97%

(204)

Wareham, England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Back-to-basics camping in a Dorset hay meadow

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Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

11. Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

97%

(33)

Sherborne, England · 4 units · Tents, Glamping

Nearly wild woodland camping in Dorset

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Cider Farm Orchard Campsite

12. Cider Farm Orchard Campsite

98%

(121)

Waytown, England · 14 units

Adult-only camping amid the apple blossom of an award-winning cider orchard

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Brig's Farm

13. Brig's Farm

97%

(157)

Bridport, England · 21 units · Tents, Glamping

Family camping with campfires near Charmouth, with sea views and a couple of quirky glamping lorries

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Noxon Farm

14. Noxon Farm

100%

(19)

Lydney, England · 4 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Surrounded by the lush, ancient woodlands in the Forest of Dean forest, this serene and spacious 2 acre field offers the perfect backdrop for your next camping adventure. The field is part of an old dairy farm with beautiful fishing lake. Our camping facilities are eco friendly and we have 2 compost toilets along with wash basins and washing up sinks. Two hot showers as well. Solar lighting is at the facilities and there is a fire pit available.

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Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.

15. Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.

99%

(85)

St Briavels, England · 4 units

Magical, secluded glamping in the Wye Valley, yards from the Offas Dyke trail

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Forest Edge

16. Forest Edge

100%

(25)

Sidbury, England · 16 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A welcoming and wild-ish camping and glamping site on the edge of a forest in East Devon

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Charisworth Farm

17. Charisworth Farm

98%

(100)

Blandford, England · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A spacious campsite in a traditional parkland setting, with campfires allowed and farm animals to meet

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Oxwick Farm

18. Oxwick Farm

100%

(79)

Bristol, England · 10 units · Tents, Glamping

Camping and glamping on an eco-friendly re-wilded farm on the southern side of the Cotswolds.

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Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

19. Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

99%

(356)

Crickhowell, Wales · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Simple, eco-friendly camping with epic views at the foot of a famed Welsh mountain range

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The T Barn

20. The T Barn

99%

(90)

England · 2 units

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Hot Tub

Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

5. Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

87%

(39)

Trowbridge, England · 51 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

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Little Eden Riverside Campsite

100%

(19)

Lydney, England · 4 units · Tents, Motorhomes

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Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.

15. Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.

99%

(85)

St Briavels, England · 4 units

Magical, secluded glamping in the Wye Valley, yards from the Offas Dyke trail

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Forest Edge

16. Forest Edge

100%

(25)

Sidbury, England · 16 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A welcoming and wild-ish camping and glamping site on the edge of a forest in East Devon

Pets

Electrical hookup

Campfires

Charisworth Farm

17. Charisworth Farm

98%

(100)

Blandford, England · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A spacious campsite in a traditional parkland setting, with campfires allowed and farm animals to meet

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Campfires

Showers

Oxwick Farm

18. Oxwick Farm

100%

(79)

Bristol, England · 10 units · Tents, Glamping

Camping and glamping on an eco-friendly re-wilded farm on the southern side of the Cotswolds.

Campfires

Showers

Potable water

Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

19. Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

99%

(356)

Crickhowell, Wales · 19 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Simple, eco-friendly camping with epic views at the foot of a famed Welsh mountain range

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The T Barn

20. The T Barn

99%

(90)

Cirencester, England · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Bell tents and shepherd’s huts with hot tubs on a picturesque Cotswolds farm near Cirencester

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Oli

4 days ago

Tent

1 night at Crooked Willows Farm

Peaceful, private and well maintained. It is what it is really, a farmers field with compositing toilets. Friendly owners, nice setting and well priced. Thanks for having me

Lina

1 week ago

4 m campervan

With pets

1 night at Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

Lovely campsite in perfect location for exploring the Brecons. We only stayed for one night, but the campsite had all the basics we needed. Lovely owners too.

Eleanor

1 week ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Noxon Farm

Lovely peaceful campsite near the woods! Compost toilets and hot showers available

Alexa

2 weeks ago

5 m campervan

With kids

Weekend Trip to Noxon Farm

We loved Noxon Farm! The facilities were lovely and it was a wonderful adventure to walk into the woods, make broomsticks, roll balls down the bike ramp, and play in the stream.

Sam

3 weeks ago

5 m campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Noxon Farm

We really loved our time here. The hosts are great, setting is gorgeous and the walks from camp were incredible :)

Rose

3 weeks ago

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Charisworth Farm

Incredible view and great bird watching opportunity’s the birds would sing and fly around which was great to watch. Richard was lovely an accommodating he came to great us with his cute dog. The lack of light pollution ment the stars were super bright and many of them. Woudo defo recommend this stay

Kayaking on the River Brue from the campsite

Derek

March 2026

Tent

3 nights at Little Eden Riverside Campsite

Lovely location next to the River Brue. Fantastic facilities, including hot showers for no additional charge and a kitchen where you can make brew. I went at the very start of the season and had it all to myself which, given how burned out I was from work, was fantastic. I will return later in the year when the weather is better, and will use the site as a base to visit all the archaeological sites and monuments the area has to offer.

Grass Campsite with wooden jetty access to River Brue

Anthony

March 2026

6 m pop-up camper

1 night at Little Eden Riverside Campsite

Fantastic hosts who met us on arrival, very helpful friendly and informative. We were lucky enough to have the pick of where we wanted to set up and we chose a lovely spot with a short walk to the facilities. The facilities were well kept, clean and tidy and had everything you would need for a comfortable stay. We were lucky enough to be greeted by the geese when we woke up today, although we weren’t as lucky with the fishing! Our hosts were kind enough to tell us about their farm shop and cafe where activities such as air rifle shooting and axe throwing were available which we will definitely look at doing next time🙂 Our hosts were so accommodating and even cooked us a delicious breakfast when their cafe was usually closed(Mondays) From start to finish a fantastic stay we were well looked after and cannot recommend this place enough. They also have some impressive looking glamping pods and log cabins-some have hot tubs which is something we will be considering for our next visit. Thank you again Andy, Allie and staff x

Graham

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Little Eden Riverside Campsite

The area i lovely and quiet with plenty of wildlife I went in autumn/winter time so not a lot going on at the site Can imagine it’s busy during summer months

Haven

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Little Eden Riverside Campsite

We loved our stay at Little Eden. This was my second visit and I can see it becoming a little home away from home in the future. It brings a lovely sense of peace driving up the driveway.

Jason

November 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

Great find. Chilled for a visit at the end of October.

ginger

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

Lovely and welcoming people and great camping pitches along with stunning views and perfect walks

Bob

October 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Crooked Willows Farm

Still open this late in the season, with a convivial host. You need to be prepared for the composting loos but they were clean

James

October 2025

4 m pop-up camper

1 night at Little Eden Riverside Campsite

We had a great stay. We stayed for one night and used it as a base to cycle to Glastonbury and back. We were left to ourselves and trusted by the owner which we loved. Sites like this are the reason we bought out camper van. Thanks for a great stay.

Gillian

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Oxwick Farm

A very warm welcome from Nigel at the site, with explanation of the site. We loved staying in one of the pre-pitched bell tents, so cosy and warm with very comfy beds! Warm shower and clean composting loo. Helpful little things like the - rechargeable lanterns for use and bottle lanterns when it got dark. A plus too, lots of kitchen ware and crockery.

This is where you will find all the facilities on site!

Emily

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Little Eden Riverside Campsite

Wow, Little Eden is exactly what it says it is. It has everything for a wonderful camping experience. You are totally emmersed in Nature. You can hear the wild life and birds around you. You can use a fire pit and sit outside under the stars, whilst keeping warm. The decor is beautiful, the facilities are great. Showers, toilets, washing machine, fridge and anything else you can think of. I would definitely recommend Little Eden to everyone. Thank you so much Andy, Emily 🙏

Sam

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cider Farm Orchard Campsite

The most peaceful and beautiful stay with amazing amenities and cider! The location is incredible, but the merit really goes to the owners and their family who made my partner and I feel so incredibly welcomed during our star We cannot recommend to stay here enough and know we will definitely be visiting when the camping season starts :)

Chazza

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cider Farm Orchard Campsite

Thank you for another wonderful weekend. A peaceful time spent camping in amongst the apple trees with delicious cider available in the cosy tasting room. Board games to play, Apple cake to munch and clean toilets and showers with plenty of hot water. Lovely family running the show as well. Perfect.

Alec

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Abbey Home Farm

Wonderful spot! Incredibly friendly and welcoming staff. Warm showers were an unexpected bonus!

Sophie

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Little Eden Riverside Campsite

We pretty much had the site to ourselves and loved the area, especially the nearby cider farms. Nice extra touches like Faith in Nature toiletries in the showers and useful having an undercover spot to do washing up and make tea/coffeem

Mendip Hills AONB camping guide

Where to go

Cheddar and Around

Jagged cliffs and rocky ravines carve out the Cheddar Gorge, where explorers can enjoy hiking, rock climbing, and caving. After taking in the AONB’s star attraction, hike up Black Down Hill for a view from the region’s highest point or cycle the scenic Strawberry Line. Don’t miss a visit to the town of Cheddar to sample Somerset’s famous cheese and cider.

Northeast Somerset & the Lakes

Sweeping gorges give way to forested valleys and lowland lakes in the northern part of the Mendip Hills. Enjoy nature walks, bird-watching, and lakeside picnics at the Chew Valley or Blagdon Lakes, or escape the crowds at a peaceful country campsite. To the north, the UNESCO city of Bath and the Cotswolds AONB are within day-trip distance.

South Mendip Hills

Hiking, cycling, and horseback riding trails traverse the southern stretch of the Mendip Hills. Adrenaline seekers should head to the Wookey Hole caves, where caving excursions incorporate abseils and Via Ferrata climbs. A short drive south, Glastonbury turns into a hippy haven each summer during the massive Glastonbury music festival, and the nearby Glastonbury Tor is both a historic landmark and a popular viewpoint.

West Mendip and the Somerset Coast

Winscombe is the gateway to the west Mendip Hills, home to some of the area’s lesser-explored hiking trails. Continue west to the coast, where sandy beaches, cliff-top walks, and lively seaside towns dot the shores of the Bristol Channel. Weston-Super-Mare, Burnham-On-Sea, and Clevedon are Somerset’s flagship beach resorts, where summer campers have a choice of seafront camping grounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What outdoor activities can I do in Mendip Hills AONB?

Hiking, cycling, and horseback riding trails traverse the southern stretch of the Mendip Hills AONB. Adrenaline seekers can head to the Wookey Hole caves for caving excursions that incorporate abseils and Via Ferrata climbs. You can also explore different options for camping near Mendip Hills AONB on Hipcamp.

What are some popular attractions in Mendip Hills AONB?

Jagged cliffs and rocky ravines carve out the Cheddar Gorge, where explorers can enjoy hiking, rock climbing, and caving. After taking in the AONB’s star attraction, visitors can hike up Black Down Hill for a view from the region’s highest point or cycle the scenic Strawberry Line. Don’t miss a visit to the town of Cheddar to sample Somerset’s famous cheese and cider. You can also explore different options for camping near Mendip Hills AONB on Hipcamp.

Are there any camping options in Mendip Hills AONB?

Limestone bluffs, rocky plateaus, and grassy steppes blanket the landscapes of the Mendip Hills, providing plenty of scope for outdoor adventures. Camping is just as adventurous—pitch your tent at secluded campsites surrounded by nature or enjoy glamping in a bell tent or remote shepherd’s hut. The forests, lakes, and gorges are accessible year-round but bloom with wildflowers in spring and summer. Winter camping and hiking is possible with all-weather gear, although it’s best to leave the tent behind. You can also explore different options for camping near Mendip Hills AONB on Hipcamp.