- Farm Stay Camping
The best farm stays in North Wessex Downs AONB
96% (1.1K) • 2,672 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in North Wessex Downs AONB
Penn Meadow Farm
1. Penn Meadow Farm
91%
(238)
Beaconsfield, England · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Penn Meadow Farm is a beautiful 145 acre, family farm, nestled perfectly into the Chiltern Hills area of outstanding natural beauty. We’re just a 5 minute walk across our grassy fields to the oldest free-house pub in England (The Royal Standard of England)
Say hello to our resident alpacas, sheep, pigs, pigmy goats, flock of 250 sheep and of course our lovely boarder collies.
We aim to be a very relaxed spot to be able to rest for a few nights and maybe enjoying a nice camp fire in the evening.
The site includes;
Showers and Toilet block with toilet paper stocked.
Open family pitches for you to choose where you want to set up
Running drinking water
Shared open kitchen
Fires allowed
BBQ's allowed
To ensure everyone’s enjoyment and safety, please follow these rules:
Supervise children: Always supervise your children and ensure they do not wander off alone.
Clean up after yourself: Dispose of all waste properly in the designated bins and leave no trace behind. Wash any items you use and return them to where you found them.
Respect other campers: Be courteous to fellow campers and respect their privacy and space.
Pets: If you bring pets, ensure they are well-behaved, kept on a leash or have impeccable recall, and cleaned up after. Do not allow your pet to enter another camper's space.
Quiet time: Maintain quiet hours between 11pm and 7am. All music must stop by 10pm, and noise should be minimal after 11pm.
Campfires: Penn Meadow Farm allows fires; please use existing scorched areas if possible rather than creating new ones. Never leave any fires unattended and ensure they are completely extinguished when finished. Wipe your feet prior to entering the Bell tents to remove any coal that may have become attached.
Cars/vehicles: Cars and vehicles can be on the field but should move minimally and always under 5mph. Car stereos should not be used for music entertainment.
Drugs and Alcohol: Drug use is prohibited, and violators will be asked to leave. Consume alcohol responsibly, and do not drive or move your vehicle after consuming alcohol.
We do not typically book Large non-family groups unless they are seeking a calm and peaceful stay. These groups must have authorization prior to the visit.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Crooked Willows Farm
2. Crooked Willows Farm
92%
(25)
Wimborne. Dorset, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Adults-only, back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
Abbey Home Farm
3. Abbey Home Farm
94%
(224)
Cirencester, England · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Eco-camping for real. Cooking on an open fire. Unspoilt natural beauty.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
High Lodge Farm campsite
4. High Lodge Farm campsite
Abingdon On Thames, England · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Pitch up and relax in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside at High Lodge Farm, Culham.
Our family and dog-friendly pop-up campsite is open throughout July and August, with spacious pitches available to book online.
Surrounded by rolling fields, meadows, and mature woodland, High Lodge Farm offers a tranquil, back-to-basics camping experience, perfect for short breaks under the stars.
The farm borders the River Thames and boasts spectacular sunset views over medieval Abingdon, widely regarded as England’s oldest town.
Easily accessible by car via the M4 and M40 (both 30 minutes), or by train with Didcot Parkway just 20 minutes away and Culham only 5 minutes, our campsite provides the perfect rural escape without sacrificing convenience.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
Stowford Manor Farm Campsite
5. Stowford Manor Farm Campsite
88%
(44)
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.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Camping in Nature at Vallis Veg
6. Camping in Nature at Vallis Veg
99%
(148)
Frome, England · 14 units
Back-to-basics, natural camping with campfires encouraged and easy walks to the local attractions in Frome
Campfires
Potable water
Woodlands Camping
7. Woodlands Camping
97%
(110)
Ropley, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A back-to-basics campsite in the South Downs National Park
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Haywards Bridge Farm
8. Haywards Bridge Farm
77%
(13)
Shillingstone,, England · 99 units · Tents, Motorhomes
We are a Riverside Wild Camp site. Eight acre small until recently growing sustainable vegetables and wild flowers, hosting camping and events, nestled beneath Hambledon Hillfort on the bank of the Stour. We have access to the North Dorset trailway at our entrance, our neighbours are the North Dorset Railway, a museum, cafe and soon to be working line, all under preservation and within 50 yards walk, the mighty Hambledon hill is a great trek with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, for those looking to relax Bournemouth and Weymouth beaches are less than 30 miles, for shoppers Salisbury to the East or Bath just over an hour to the North, there really is something for everyone!
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
Shire Camping
9. Shire Camping
98%
(25)
England · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Shire Camping is located in a peaceful 10 acre meadow looking towards Edge Hill. Spacious and with running drinking water, hot showers and flushing toilets. There is a footpath running alongside it taking you 25 minutes to a village shop one way and 20 minutes to a good pub the other way, all across fields. There are some amazing walks to do from the site, and being on the edge of the cotswolds there are plenty of pretty villages and market towns to explore. There are also some well regarded cycling routes in the area.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Innisfree Eco Camping
10. Innisfree Eco Camping
67%
(3)
Wimborne, England · 5 units
Innisfree eco campsite is run by Jo and Tommy. We have always camped and continue to. Finding "our type" of campsite is always a challenge. We wanted to create a campsite that we would like to stay at. For us, that means relaxed, natural basic facilities, room to run, and a small campfire in the evening. No bar, no one testing their new Bluetooth speaker.
We classify ourselves as an eco campsite as we aim to minimise our impact on our local and global environment. To these ends, we run a composting toilet to minimize water usage, allow grasses to grow long in between pitches in order to help insects and birds, offer recycling encourage our customers to recycle as much as possible. We have a selection of bins, glass, paper, tins, plastics, and food. If you have suggestions on further improvements, we would love to hear them.
We have six tent pitches, well spaced out. Each pitch can take 2 family-sized tents. If you arrive by bike or on foot, we will always find room for you, but booking is advised for all other users.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
The T Barn
11. The T Barn
99%
(91)
Cirencester, England · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and shepherd’s huts with hot tubs on a picturesque Cotswolds farm near Cirencester
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Elmwicke Camping
12. Elmwicke Camping
95%
(65)
Cheltenham, England · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Family camping on a Severn Valley farm, with campfires to enjoy, animals to meet and tractor-and-trailer rides
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
13. Sindles Farm Glamping and Camping
100%
(14)
Emsworth · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a small, friendly site on a working farm in the beautiful South Downs National Park. We have shepherds huts, bell tents and a land pod in an old sheep paddock, all with private fire pits. We’re surrounded by footpaths and bridleways that can be explored all day, and 10 minutes drive from the sea. We also have a small grass-pitch campsite that opens in the summer for tents and camper vans.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Harry's Field New Forest
14. Harry's Field New Forest
92%
(60)
Fordingbridge, England · 63 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family-friendly, traditional New Forest camping with a pub next door and footpaths leading directly from the gateway
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Weston Caravan and Campsite
15. Weston Caravan and Campsite
96%
(14)
England · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small family run site in Weston-on-the Green village located with a local pub 5 minutes walk away and on site cafe. The site also has newly refurbished toilet and shower facilities. Amazing location to access Oxford city and easy access to M40 (Junction 9).
Good things await for those who grab a berth at Weston Caravan and Campsite, in the Oxfordshire village of Weston-on-the-Green. For starters, space seekers should be pleased to see that there’s plenty of breathing room around this former dairy farm – excellent news for kids or dogs that need a bit of haring-about time after being cooped up in the car. Depending on where you’ve plonked down you may find that your nearest neighbours are the resident beef cattle, sheep or horses; it’s worth keeping your eyes open for sightings of the hedgehogs that often scuttle about the place too. Perhaps most crucially for those whose stomachs dictate a site’s success is the presence of a café that serves up a tempting range of freshly cooked goodies: breakfasts (no rush – they’re served all day), salads, cakes and coffees, plus cheeses, pies and the like to take away. And the crème de la crème – literally: homemade ice cream in up to 16 (yes, a lipsmacking 16) different flavours. Evening appetites can be sated with a barbecue out on the field, or trotting off to the local pub five minutes’ walk away. The site added a new toilet and shower block in 2018. And how to get to this little slice of rural loveliness? The village is just a few minutes’ drive from the A34 and Junction 9 of the M40, making it both a useful stopover on cross-country voyages and a handy spot for Oxfordshire breaks (perhaps taking in Oxford, Blenheim Palace or bagging bargains in Bicester).
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
Lordington Park Camping
16. Lordington Park Camping
100%
(45)
Chichester · 16 units
Set on glorious parkland in the middle of the South Downs National Park, Lordington Park really is a wonderful countryside escape. A 15 minutes’ drive from Chichester, our rustic camping field has views over rolling countryside. Spectacular sunsets and sunrises can be expected on cloudless days.
Escape the hustle and bustle of every day life in our peaceful rural campsite, with spacious grass pitches big enough for you to have lots of private space. Each pitch has a firepit for barbecues, and there is access to composting toilets, a shower block with warm water, and fresh drinking water. Please note there is no electricity on this simple site.
Vehicles are not allowed to park on the camping field, but parking is provided a stone’s throw away. Wheelbarrows are provided to help you get your kit from car to tent.
Countryside walks and cycle paths lead directly from your pitch. There are several pubs in the local area – the nearest being 10 minutes’ stroll away. We have a tea room on site, open Thursday - Sunday 10am-3pm.
Near by local attractions:
Goodwood
Weald and downland museum
West wittering beach
Hayling island
Portsmouth historic dockyard
Chichester festival theatre
Arundel castle
Cowdray park
Various national trust property’s
And many more…
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Holyrood Farm Campsite
17. Holyrood Farm Campsite
97%
(35)
Shaftesbury, England · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Wild camping half a mile from Shaftesbury
Spectacular views over the Blackmore Vale
Campfires allowed
As is the setting: small and secluded Holyrood Farm Campsite is in Dorset countryside overlooking the Blackmore Vale, within easy walking distance of the pubs and shops of Shaftesbury. It's close to several good footpaths for walking too. 10 minute walk to the famous Gold Hill.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
The Pig Place Campsite
18. The Pig Place Campsite
92%
(93)
Adderbury, England · 45 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Canal-side camping for adults on a rustic Oxfordshire pig farm
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Muddycreek Farm (New Forest)
19. Muddycreek Farm (New Forest)
95%
(151)
Milford On Sea, England · 40 units
A 28 day August pop-up, offering traditional Hampshire camping on a New Forest Pony farm
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Wild Camping in the Cotswolds
20. Wild Camping in the Cotswolds
100%
(60)
Aldsworth, England · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
Nearly wild camping with acres of space hired on an exclusive basis
Pets
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Weronika
5 days ago
Tent
We have stayed at the campsite for the Bank holiday weekend and it was amazing! Very clean toilets, lots of space and very nice warm showers.
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Khaled
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Was nice, clean and quiet. The children liked the place and we had a good time.. only thing the campers needs to know is the reception is the not the best so download offline maps ... We got lost following our GPS for 10 minutes before being able to find the camp site 😅
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charlie
2 weeks ago
Tent
Great campsite, chilled out owner, good people, toilets don't smell like most do. Will be booking again soon 🙂
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Steph
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Such a lovely peaceful setting! This is an ideal spot for a reset away from normal life. I spent 3 nights on a solo camping trip with my dog.
There are plenty of walks nearby and the lovely meadow is ideal to just recharge.
I will 1000% come back regularly. Thomas and his family were lovely and super helpful!
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Anthony
3 weeks ago
5 m rooftop tent
Had a lovely stay over may bank holiday. A warm welcome from the owners and staff, nice areas to pitch right next to the river. We also enjoyed cream teas in the garden and bought the bbq pack and breakfast pack which were delicious. Lovely ducks and chicken and a lovely walk along the river. Nice cider too . Clean and tidy toilets and shower blocks with plenty of hot water. Overall a lovely place to visit and will definitely book again soon.
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Harry
3 weeks ago
5 m rooftop tent
Lovely site.
Toilets could do with more frequent cleaning but overall a lovely trip.
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Charlie
3 weeks ago
Tent
Great experience. Easy to find, directions were clear. Very hospitable hosts, it was always easy to find someone if we had any queries. Busy with lots of families but still big enough that we could have a quiet peaceful pitch (staying as a couple, no kids/pets). Facilities were clean and great to use. Would stay again.
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Remy
3 weeks ago
5 m campervan
Fantastic nights sleep, a brilliant atmosphere farm shop had excellent food, staff were incredibly friendly a great stop!!
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Natalia
May 2026
Tent
With pets
Great location with a view - perfect for non-high traffic weekend for barbecue and outdoor day.
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moira
May 2026
4 m campervan
With pets
A lovely peaceful unspoiled field adjacent to miles of beautiful heathland- no light pollution so starry skies, the rustle of wind in the trees is tranquil and calming- a friendly and accommodating host, Richard is very welcoming- I loved my 3 night stay there
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Aaron
April 2026
Tent
With pets
Very clean facilities, had everything we needed and also a great location.
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Kerri
April 2026
Tent
With kids
The people who own run the campsite were very friendly & helpful made me feel very welcome & reassured, the site itself was very clean, the toilet & showers were immaculate. The animals was a brilliant bonus they have alpacas, 3 pot belly pigs, horses & other animals. Overall would highly recommend Penn meadow farm campsite.
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Luke
April 2026
Tent
Nice and clean site with good access to nearby walks, enjoyed my stay, thanks
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Craig
April 2026
Tent
With kids
Easy check in and check out, friendly owners. Produce and cider available to buy. Great location with close proximity to Bath (c25mins drive), Bruton, Frome and Trowbridge all nearby. Good shower and toilet facilities. Level pitches. Nice to have the river nearby.
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Lauren
April 2026
Tent
We loved how secluded & quiet the clearing was. We were on plot 6, and we just loved being right next to the woods but then also having a lot of nice green space plus It was sheltered from the wind. Lastly, the shower was great! It had really good pressure and was nice and hot. 100% would recommend! :)
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Georgia
April 2026
Tent
Such a great campsite with gorgeous views and super quiet with different options to set up pitch with or without vehicle. Toilets were clean and warm showers. Farm shop was a little walk through the woods so you don’t get the hustle and bustle from that at all but still have access to food/drink by foot although the site is very near local shops by car too. Lovely little walk marked out too to wander around the farm. Staff at the shop & check in were super friendly and helpful, we felt really welcomed!!
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Francois
April 2026
Natalie
April 2026
6 m travel trailer
With pets
We absolutely love this site. Richard the host is friendly and welcoming, you can tell he’s proud of his site.
The eco toilets are great and very well maintained. 👍🏻 Water on tap and a hot shower as well. These are exactly what you need for offgrid camping.
You’re surrounded by nature. Falling asleep to the owls waking up to the cuckoo. Perfect. 😍
We even had the pleasure of the cow choir in the next field mooing away. Was great. ☺️
There is also a course fishing lake which you can use for a very reasonable daily fee. Hubby hasn’t fished yet but we had a wander and it is stunning very clean and well maintained lake.
Would definitely recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Oli
April 2026
Tent
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
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Jack
April 2026
7 m campervan
Lovely spot for a simple camp! Very friendly owner and lots of lovely walks nearby!
See moreNorth Wessex Downs AONB camping guide
Where to go
Wiltshire
Most of the North Wessex Downs lie within Wiltshire, where you can hike, cycle, or horseback ride across open chalklands. Visit the UNESCO-listed Avebury stone circle, explore the Great West Way heritage trail, or marvel at the Wiltshire White Horses, giant chalk drawings etched onto the hillsides. To the south, the world-famous Stonehenge is an easy detour, and there are more hiking opportunities in the surrounding Salisbury Plains.
Hampshire
Downton Abbey fans won’t want to miss a visit to Highclere Castle—the real-life Downton Abbey—in the southeast corner of North Wessex Downs. Explore the surrounding farmlands by bike, stop off at pretty Hampshire villages, or stay at quiet country campgrounds. To the south, the cathedral city of Winchester and the New Forest National Park are less than an hour’s drive.
Berkshire
Newbury and Reading are the gateways to the eastern downlands, where the hillside towns are dotted with thatched-roof cottages and traditional pubs. Take a leisurely boat cruise along the Kent & Avon Canal, stop to browse the markets in Hungerford, or hike the 20-mile Lambourn Valley Way.
Oxfordshire
The northern borders of the North Wessex Downs spill over into Oxfordshire, where highlights include the market town of Wantage and the Uffington White Horse. Continue north to visit the university city of Oxford or take a road trip along the winding country lanes of the Cotswolds, another AONB.
