Bell tents in Mendip Hills AONB

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Mendip Hills AONB

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Purbeck Nature Retreat

2 units · Glamping5 acres · England

A 5 metre bell tent in a private field in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck, located near to the coastal town of Swanage and views of the Purbeck Hills. The site is managed for wildlife, with opportunities to spot lizards, butterflies, buzzards, Sika deer and much more. Camp fires are permitted and dogs are welcome. The tent is kitted out with futon style mattresses, and a picnic table / table. Firewood is available to buy on site - see extras.

Haddon Copse Farm

10 units · Glamping, Tents40 acres · Dorset, South West England

Simple camping and glamping in an unspoilt location with glorious views of the Dorset Downs

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Awel Yr Awen

8 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Lampeter, Wales

Awel yr Awen is a charming and exclusive campsite situated on a historic 72-acre organic farm in rural West Wales just 15 minutes from the coast. The beautiful Aeron valley farmhouse was an escape from London for poet Dylan Thomas who lived here with his wife Caitlin in the 1940s. There are now 8 spacious, stunning and secluded pitches spaced out across a 5 acre field tucked well away from roads and neighbours where all the eye can see is farmland, woodland, trees and sky..

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Woodland Tipi & Yurt Holidays

11 units · Glamping17 acres · Herefordshire, West Midlands

Luxury yurt and tipi camping in a magical woodland setting

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Ruby Country Camping

6 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Highampton, England

A natural, spacious meadow campsite perfect for exploring North Devon and Cornwall

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Gurt Yurts

3 units · Glamping, Tents4 acres · Churchill, England

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. 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 8 years ago. It was close to everything we wanted and we've spent some time getting a bit closer.

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Radcot Leisure on Thames

50 units · Glamping, Tents1 acre · Oxfordshire, South East England

A Thames’ island campsite in the Oxfordshire countryside – with a lovely pub just over the bridge

Kingsmead Camping

36 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Cullompton, England

A range of pitches, from grassy open spaces to off-grid woodland clearings, topped off by two well-stocked fishing lakes

Oxwick Farm

14 units · Glamping, Tents3 acres · Gloucestershire, South West England

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

Wytch Wood Camping

18 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents3 acres · Somerset, South West England

A small, quiet, eco-friendly campsite on a working sheep farm

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Oakhill Ponds, spring-fed spa

6 units · Glamping25 acres · Somerset, South West England

A uniquely peaceful Somerset glamping site set around two ponds in its own beautiful wildlife garden.

Flowerdew Farm

10 units · Glamping, Tents2 acres · Bridport, Dorset, South West England

Bell tents and camping with alpacas near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast

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Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

28 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents22 acres · Crickhowell, Wales

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

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Buckland Farm Camping

11 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Somerset, South West England

Dog-friendly camping on the edge of the Blackdown Hills

Farrington's Family Glamping

15 units · Glamping2 acres · England

New for 2024, Nine Yards Bell Tents have teamed up with Farrington’s Farm to offer our first ever, family only glamping site. Based in Farrington Gurney, a mere 13 miles from the centre of Bristol and 10 miles from the centre of Bath, the site boasts a soft play barn*, the Little Pottery Barn, where you can can your own ceramics, the Farm Park with its outdoor play area, straw pool, slip and slide plus the chance to pick your own sunflowers too**! There’s an onsite farm shop packed to the rafters with delicious, organic produce, direct from the farm; locally sourced jams, cakes, chutneys, baked goods, ready meals and over 50 cheeses which are all perfect for putting together a picnic for your day trips; fresh meat supplied by Tunley Farm Butchers and a wide range of alcoholic drinks, for mum and dad to unwind with too. And if you don’t fancy cooking, there’s the traditional fish and chop shop, the main cafe and play barn cafe, which both offer a selection of fantastic homemade fare for your delectation. Our luxury 5m bell tents are generously spaced and feature real beds with winter tog duvets, 2 pillows with a throw per bed. There is also matting throughout, a solar lantern, small table, mirror, general bin and recycling bin. You can find out more about our tents here. The camping area has hot showers, flushing loos, sinks for hand/dishwashing plus benches, tables and bbq/fire pits for your use too! Single parent discounts are also available, contact us for more information. Tents can sleep a maximum of 4 people in beds. If you have 2 adults and more that 2 children, get in touch to discuss your requirements. As a family only campsite we can not take bookings from all adult groups. Any groups of all adults arriving at the site will not be allowed to check in and no refunds will be offered.

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Charisworth Farm

28 units · Glamping, Tents8 acres · Dorset, South West England

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

Knowle Meadow Camping

4 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · England

Knowle Meadow Camping is a lavish camping and glamping site in a tree-enclosed meadow located in the heart of south Somerset, eight minutes from Ilminster. The site offers a small, intimate number of camping pitches as well as fantastic glamping options, including a Shepherd's Hut and Lotus Stargazer Belle tents. The site has a Scandinavian wood-fired barrel sauna available for all guests at set times, with a half-moon window showcasing the beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. There are hotel-style washrooms, with powerful rainfall showers. With ten generously sized pitches available for tents or small campervans, the site offers a memorable and intimate camping experience. The camping pitches are all individual, surrounded by wildflowers and long grass, creating a picturesque setting for all campers. There is also an all-weather barn with seating, and campers have access to a fridge freezer. The Yarrow Shepherd's Hut is a two person hut made locally in Merriott. It boasts a superbly comfortable double bed, warming log burner, mini kitchen, and private Scandinavian woodfired hot tub. Yarrow's private hedge-enclosed garden has a firepit with a grill and outside seating, offering stunning views of the surrounding area. The site also offers two Lotus Stargazer Belle Tents (each sleeps up to two adults and two children), Bluebell and Foxglove, each with its own unique style. Both tents are six metres in diameter with skylight windows, providing uninterrupted views of the night sky. Each tent has a king-size bed and two single "camp" beds suitable for children. There are log burners, fire pits and outdoor kitchens. Electricity is available too. There are a wealth of walks direct from the campsite to a number of local pubs and other attractions. Further down our lane is a cycle path which links to Ilminster, Chard and beyond. The Jurassic Coast (and Lyme Regis) can be reached within 25 minutes. For more details, and our recommendations for places to visit, have a look at our website: www.knowlemeadowcamping.co.uk

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Flowerdew Farm

10 units · Glamping, Tents2 acres · Bridport, Dorset, South West England

Bell tents and camping with alpacas near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast

Gurt Yurts

3 units · Glamping, Tents4 acres · Churchill, England

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. 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 8 years ago. It was close to everything we wanted and we've spent some time getting a bit closer.

Kingsmead Camping

36 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Cullompton, England

A range of pitches, from grassy open spaces to off-grid woodland clearings, topped off by two well-stocked fishing lakes

Buckland Farm Camping

11 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Somerset, South West England

Dog-friendly camping on the edge of the Blackdown Hills

Cwmffrwd Farm Campsite

28 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents22 acres · Crickhowell, Wales

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

Bell tents in Mendip Hills AONB guide

Overview

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.

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.