Riverside camping in North Wessex Downs AONB

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North Wessex Downs AONB lines its rivers with over 330 campsites, from quiet meadows to pitches beside the Thames. If you want to wake up near water, this is your patch. Hipcampers rave about Radcot Leisure on Thames (97 reviews) for its easy river access, Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe (51 reviews) for peaceful woodland streams, and Farrs Meadow (41 reviews) for its wild swimming spots. Average price per night hovers around £125, but you’ll find pitches as low as £14 if you book early. On site, expect toilets, showers, and the all-important campfire allowance—essential after a day hiking, spotting wildlife, or riding horseback along shady riversides. Bring your boots and a sense of adventure; the Downs’ riverside campsites are as practical as they are scenic.

93% (418) 171 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near North Wessex Downs AONB

Radcot Leisure on Thames

1. Radcot Leisure on Thames

89%
(305)
50 units · Tents, Glamping · Oxfordshire, South East England
A Thames’ island campsite in the Oxfordshire countryside – with a lovely pub just over the bridge
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£30
 / night
Buzzard Holt Hosting

2. Buzzard Holt Hosting

100%
(7)
13 units · Glamping · Buckingham, England
Glamping with a mini outdoor spa on the edge of Stowe Park in Buckinghamshire
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£59
 / night
The Pig Place Campsite

3. The Pig Place Campsite

92%
(93)
45 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Oxfordshire, South East England
Canal-side camping for adults on a rustic Oxfordshire pig farm
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£10
 / night
Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

4. Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

87%
(39)
51 units · Glamping · Trowbridge, England
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
Showers
Campfires
from 
£110
 / night
Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

5. Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

95%
(148)
14 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Warwickshire, England
Think Countryfile meets Time Team. Camping in six-acres of unspoiled Cotswold countryside, built in the grounds of a Norman castle.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£14
 / night
Shotover Country Park Wild Camping

6. Shotover Country Park Wild Camping

25 units · Tents · England
Our 7 acre property is a mixture of woodland and meadows with a fresh water spring and several fruit and nut trees. It is wild and mysterious with amazing sunsets and we are just a stones throw away from Shotover Country Park, which is the real Narnia. C S Lewis lived on the edge of Shotover woods and so we can fairly assume that Shotover is the inspiration for the Narnia trilogy. Shotover Country Park is one of Oxfords best kept secrets and consists of 280 acres of freely accessible woodland and open countryside. It is a paradise for dog walkers, horse riders and cyclists and also has natural sandpits for children to enjoy. We will be offering woodland rides from this location in 2026 as we need to do some fencing work first.
Pets
Campfires
from 
£27
 / night
Farrs Meadow

7. Farrs Meadow

96%
(141)
31 units · Tents, Glamping · Dorset, South West England
A charming Dorset campsite overlooking the Stour Valley and a short walk from both the river and the market town of Wimborne Minster
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£35
 / night
Baldwins Brook Glamping

8. Baldwins Brook Glamping

100%
(7)
6 units · Motorhomes, Glamping · England
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.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£30
 / night
Huckleberry Farm

9. Huckleberry Farm

81%
(16)
6 units · Tents, Glamping · Oxfordshire, South East England
A back-to-basics campsite that’s well placed for visiting Oxford and the Cotswolds
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£30
 / night
The Old Airfield

10. The Old Airfield

85%
(143)
114 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Hampshire, South East England
A New Forest airfield that's been overtaken by nature, less than 10 minutes' drive from the coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£30
 / night
Laleham Camping Club

11. Laleham Camping Club

100%
(10)
124 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England
Our 100 pitch campsite is located in the protected Green Belt area to the west of London. With the River Thames on one side and Laleham Park on all others, the beautiful surroundings are hard to beat given the proximity to the capital. The campsite is run voluntarily by its members, with day-to-day matters being handled by an elected committee and wardens.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from 
£15
 / night
Harry's Field New Forest

12. Harry's Field New Forest

92%
(60)
63 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Fordingbridge, Hampshire, South East England
Family-friendly, traditional New Forest camping with a pub next door and footpaths leading directly from the gateway
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£32
 / night
Haywards Bridge Farm

13. Haywards Bridge Farm

75%
(12)
99 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Shillingstone,, England
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
from 
£22
 / night
Romantic Country Glamping

14. Romantic Country Glamping

91%
(11)
2 units · Glamping · Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire, South West England
A pair of self-contained glamping getaways in Wiltshire
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£110
 / night
Oak & Ash & Thorn in the Cotswolds

15. Oak & Ash & Thorn in the Cotswolds

100%
(47)
9 units · Tents · Gloucestershire, South West England
Secluded almost wild camping spots in an ancient woodland in the Cotswolds
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£300
 / night
Swallow Barn Woodland Campsite

16. Swallow Barn Woodland Campsite

96%
(13)
1 unit · Tent, Motorhome · Blakeney, England
An exclusive-hire nearly-wild woodland campsite for up to 20 people
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£135
 / night
Oakhill Ponds

17. Oakhill Ponds

96%
(13)
8 units · Glamping · Somerset, South West England
A uniquely peaceful Somerset glamping site set around two ponds in its own beautiful wildlife garden.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£125
 / night
Nordic Glamping at Botswicky

18. Nordic Glamping at Botswicky

100%
(8)
6 units · Glamping · England
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.)
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£110
 / night
Feltham’s Farm Cheese Barn

19. Feltham’s Farm Cheese Barn

100%
(8)
1 unit · Glamping · Shepton Mallet, England
Farm stays on a Somerset smallholding with a cheese dairy
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£160
 / night
Stud Farm

20. Stud Farm

100%
(4)
1 unit · Glamping · Brockenhurst, England
A shepherd’s hut on a traditional New Forest farm
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£125
 / night

North Wessex Downs AONB lines its rivers with over 330 campsites, from quiet meadows to pitches beside the Thames. If you want to wake up near water, this is your patch. Hipcampers rave about Radcot Leisure on Thames (97 reviews) for its easy river access, Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe (51 reviews) for peaceful woodland streams, and Farrs Meadow (41 reviews) for its wild swimming spots. Average price per night hovers around £125, but you’ll find pitches as low as £14 if you book early. On site, expect toilets, showers, and the all-important campfire allowance—essential after a day hiking, spotting wildlife, or riding horseback along shady riversides. Bring your boots and a sense of adventure; the Downs’ riverside campsites are as practical as they are scenic.

93% (418) 171 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near North Wessex Downs AONB

Radcot Leisure on Thames

1. Radcot Leisure on Thames

89%
(305)
50 units · Tents, Glamping · Oxfordshire, South East England
A Thames’ island campsite in the Oxfordshire countryside – with a lovely pub just over the bridge
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£30
 / night
Buzzard Holt Hosting

2. Buzzard Holt Hosting

100%
(7)
13 units · Glamping · Buckingham, England
Glamping with a mini outdoor spa on the edge of Stowe Park in Buckinghamshire
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£59
 / night
The Pig Place Campsite

3. The Pig Place Campsite

92%
(93)
45 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Oxfordshire, South East England
Canal-side camping for adults on a rustic Oxfordshire pig farm
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£10
 / night
Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

4. Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

87%
(39)
51 units · Glamping · Trowbridge, England
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
Showers
Campfires
from 
£110
 / night
Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

5. Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

95%
(148)
14 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Warwickshire, England
Think Countryfile meets Time Team. Camping in six-acres of unspoiled Cotswold countryside, built in the grounds of a Norman castle.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£14
 / night
Shotover Country Park Wild Camping

6. Shotover Country Park Wild Camping

25 units · Tents · England
Our 7 acre property is a mixture of woodland and meadows with a fresh water spring and several fruit and nut trees. It is wild and mysterious with amazing sunsets and we are just a stones throw away from Shotover Country Park, which is the real Narnia. C S Lewis lived on the edge of Shotover woods and so we can fairly assume that Shotover is the inspiration for the Narnia trilogy. Shotover Country Park is one of Oxfords best kept secrets and consists of 280 acres of freely accessible woodland and open countryside. It is a paradise for dog walkers, horse riders and cyclists and also has natural sandpits for children to enjoy. We will be offering woodland rides from this location in 2026 as we need to do some fencing work first.
Pets
Campfires
from 
£27
 / night
Farrs Meadow

7. Farrs Meadow

96%
(141)
31 units · Tents, Glamping · Dorset, South West England
A charming Dorset campsite overlooking the Stour Valley and a short walk from both the river and the market town of Wimborne Minster
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£35
 / night
Baldwins Brook Glamping

8. Baldwins Brook Glamping

100%
(7)
6 units · Motorhomes, Glamping · England
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.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£30
 / night
Huckleberry Farm

9. Huckleberry Farm

81%
(16)
6 units · Tents, Glamping · Oxfordshire, South East England
A back-to-basics campsite that’s well placed for visiting Oxford and the Cotswolds
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£30
 / night
The Old Airfield

10. The Old Airfield

85%
(143)
114 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Hampshire, South East England
A New Forest airfield that's been overtaken by nature, less than 10 minutes' drive from the coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£30
 / night
Laleham Camping Club

11. Laleham Camping Club

100%
(10)
124 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England
Our 100 pitch campsite is located in the protected Green Belt area to the west of London. With the River Thames on one side and Laleham Park on all others, the beautiful surroundings are hard to beat given the proximity to the capital. The campsite is run voluntarily by its members, with day-to-day matters being handled by an elected committee and wardens.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from 
£15
 / night
Harry's Field New Forest

12. Harry's Field New Forest

92%
(60)
63 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Fordingbridge, Hampshire, South East England
Family-friendly, traditional New Forest camping with a pub next door and footpaths leading directly from the gateway
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£32
 / night
Haywards Bridge Farm

13. Haywards Bridge Farm

75%
(12)
99 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Shillingstone,, England
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
from 
£22
 / night
Romantic Country Glamping

14. Romantic Country Glamping

91%
(11)
2 units · Glamping · Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire, South West England
A pair of self-contained glamping getaways in Wiltshire
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£110
 / night
Oak & Ash & Thorn in the Cotswolds

15. Oak & Ash & Thorn in the Cotswolds

100%
(47)
9 units · Tents · Gloucestershire, South West England
Secluded almost wild camping spots in an ancient woodland in the Cotswolds
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£300
 / night
Swallow Barn Woodland Campsite

16. Swallow Barn Woodland Campsite

96%
(13)
1 unit · Tent, Motorhome · Blakeney, England
An exclusive-hire nearly-wild woodland campsite for up to 20 people
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£135
 / night
Oakhill Ponds

17. Oakhill Ponds

96%
(13)
8 units · Glamping · Somerset, South West England
A uniquely peaceful Somerset glamping site set around two ponds in its own beautiful wildlife garden.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£125
 / night
Nordic Glamping at Botswicky

18. Nordic Glamping at Botswicky

100%
(8)
6 units · Glamping · England
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.)
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£110
 / night
Feltham’s Farm Cheese Barn

19. Feltham’s Farm Cheese Barn

100%
(8)
1 unit · Glamping · Shepton Mallet, England
Farm stays on a Somerset smallholding with a cheese dairy
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£160
 / night
Stud Farm

20. Stud Farm

100%
(4)
1 unit · Glamping · Brockenhurst, England
A shepherd’s hut on a traditional New Forest farm
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£125
 / night

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