Campsites with wheelchair access in Savernake Forest

Towering beech trees, ancient oaks, and twisted roots provide a dramatic backdrop for woodland walks in Savernake Forest. Enjoy nature walks or leisurely bike rides along the tree-lined trails, venture off-road to explore the wooded glades, then find a shady picnic spot beneath the trees. Highlights include Capability Brown’s Grand Avenue, the bluebell woods at Little Frith, and the Big Bellied Oak, one of the country’s oldest trees. There’s no camping in the forest itself, but there is a campsite right by the northern entrance, where you can pitch your tent or park your caravan within strolling distance of the forest trails.

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Towering beech trees, ancient oaks, and twisted roots provide a dramatic backdrop for woodland walks in Savernake Forest. Enjoy nature walks or leisurely bike rides along the tree-lined trails, venture off-road to explore the wooded glades, then find a shady picnic spot beneath the trees. Highlights include Capability Brown’s Grand Avenue, the bluebell woods at Little Frith, and the Big Bellied Oak, one of the country’s oldest trees. There’s no camping in the forest itself, but there is a campsite right by the northern entrance, where you can pitch your tent or park your caravan within strolling distance of the forest trails.

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1. Stockbridge View Campsite

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62 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Stockbridge, England

A simple campsite in the Test Valley, just a 15-minute walk from Stockbridge

2. Radcot Leisure on Thames

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50 units · Tents, Glamping · Oxfordshire, South East England

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

3. Pitchcott Farm

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11 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Aylesbury, England

Nearly wild, back-to-nature camping on a regenerative farm in Buckinghamshire

4. Farrington's Family Glamping

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15 units · Glamping · 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.

5. Oakhill Camping and Caravanning

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3 units · Tents, Motorhomes · England

Based on the Beautiful Mendip Hills in Somerset we can offer spacious pitches, 2 self contained cabins (2 adults only without pets). The campsite is child and dog friendly, on bus route to Bath and Wells. We have a village shop and Village Cafe open 2 days a week. Adjoining the field we have a recreational field including park and the fabulous Oakhill Inn serves fantastic food including takeaway pizza and Burgers. We accept tents, Motorhomes and campers and we have the option of grass or hardstanding pitches on or off of electric.

6. Abbey Home Farm

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21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Cirencester, Gloucestershire, South West England

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

7. Elmwicke Camping

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50 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, South West England

Family camping on a Severn Valley farm, with campfires to enjoy, animals to meet and tractor-and-trailer rides

8. Hollington Park Glamping

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6 units · Glamping · Hampshire, South East England

Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs

9. Small Trees Campsite

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33 units · Tents, Motorhomes · West Wellow, England

A small, campfire-friendly and dog-friendly campsite with approachable hosts

10. Haddon Copse Farm

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10 units · Tents, Glamping · Dorset, South West England

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

11. Mendip Ski Camp

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30 units · Tents, Motorhomes · Cheddar, Somerset, South West England

Camping at the foot of the Mendips – next door to an activity centre and dry ski slope

12. Pop Up Outwest

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33 units · Tents, Motorhomes · West Ashton, England

Back to basics, summer-only camping in a farmer’s field in Wiltshire

13. Haywards Bridge Farm

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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!

14. Feltham’s Farm Cheese Barn

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1 unit · Glamping · Shepton Mallet, England

Farm stays on a Somerset smallholding with a cheese dairy

15. Charlbury Rise Camping

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20 units · Tents · Chipping Norton, England

Whether you’re heading to the Cotswolds for early August’s Wilderness Festival at Cornbury Park, the almost-endless walking options or simply a peaceful weekend escape, Charlbury Rise Camping, edging the pretty market town of Charlbury, covers all bases. There’s no fuss – just back-to-basics camping in the middle of lots of Cotswolds action, with the welcome addition of easy parking and rail access too. Bear in mind that this is off-grid camping with simple facilities: grass pitches, portable loos, fresh water and cold-water showers. Starry skies on clear nights and open space to unwind are added bonuses, but please note there is no electricity. Pitch up in the meadow set on a gentle rise, surrounded by ancient hedgerows and farmland, and you’ll wake up to birdsong, the sound of church bells in the distance and views over the rooftops of one of the Cotswolds’ most attractive market towns. From your pitch, wander into Charlbury (10 minutes’ walk) for supplies or a pint at one of the village pubs, discover re-wilding woodland on strolls through Wychwood Forest, or take the short drive to Chipping Norton (15 minutes’ drive) and a certain very well-known farm shop. As well as attending gigs at the Wilderness Festival from your pitch (half an hour’s walk), a stay at Charlbury Rise Camping puts you in pole position for exploring the Cotswolds National Landscape. Historic Burford (20 minutes’ drive), with its combination of mellow-stone cottages and half-timbered houses, is popular for its antiques shops, while Stow-on-the-Wold (half an hour) centres on a vast market square surrounded by a labyrinth of lanes packed with indie boutiques and eateries. See how the other half once lived with a look around the Palladian mansion at Ditchley Park (10 minutes, guided tours by appointment only). Alternatively, spend the day discovering manicured gardens, strolling vast tracts of woodland and touring numerous historical displays at humongous and lavish Blenheim Palace (15 minutes), the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Those of you with a taste for the finer things in life have your pick of Michelin-starred Cotswold restaurants, gourmet pubs and a store filled with organic produce at Daylesford. And let’s not forget the (almost) obligatory visit to Diddly Squat.

16. Caalm Camp

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6 units · Glamping · Stour Row, England

Caalm by name, calm by nature. This blissfully chilled-out Dorset hideaway promises a relaxing stay for all

17. Camping By The River

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2 units · Glamping · Abingdon, England

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.

18. Glamping at Parley by PitchingIt

12 units · Glamping · Bournemouth, England

Set on the Parley Estate near Bournemouth, with a Georgian mansion sitting in four-acres of lovely Dorset parkland, Glamping at Parley by PitchingIt offers pre-erected bell tents on level grass meadows. No fuss, no puzzling tent poles to mess around with. Just arrive on site, move in and your holiday has started. Local attractions and activities include: - Bournemouth Beach & town centre for shops and restaurants 5min drive - Golf: on site 18 hole course and driving range! - Local pub short 10 min walk - Adventure Wonderland (kids’ theme park): five minutes’ drive - Snowtrax Alpine Activity Centre: 10 minutes - Go Ape Moors Valley (tree-top zipwires): 15 minutes - Bournemouth Beach: 15 minutes - Splashdown (water park): 20 minutes - Moors Valley Country Park and Forest: 20 minutes - Mudeford Sandbank: 20 minutes - Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum: 20 minutes - Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park: 25 minutes.

19. Evelyn’s Garden

1 unit · Glamping · Wantage, England

Evelyn’s Garden is a 2 acre pony paddock right on the path of the famous ridgeway walk. At its highest point, rested in a 100acre organic farm, It hosts an en excellent view point over the meadows of Sparsholt. Free roaming piglets, piggies, cows and horses. A quiet wild site with no light or noise pollution. Just fellow stargazers and sunset chasers as your neighbours! We have 4 bell tents and a converted Horsebox to choose from, with full facilities inside the conversion, and basic facilities if you choose one of our bell tents! No showers or washing facilities, just a drinking water tap, and composting loo! Get as close to wild and back to the very basics, next your your firepit, family and friends! Logs available for sale at the site, and griddles / basic BBQ utensils to cook with No electric hookups with bell tents Solar power if you book our horse box.

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Haywards Bridge Farm

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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!

Feltham’s Farm Cheese Barn

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1 unit · Glamping · Shepton Mallet, England

Farm stays on a Somerset smallholding with a cheese dairy

Charlbury Rise Camping

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20 units · Tents · Chipping Norton, England

Whether you’re heading to the Cotswolds for early August’s Wilderness Festival at Cornbury Park, the almost-endless walking options or simply a peaceful weekend escape, Charlbury Rise Camping, edging the pretty market town of Charlbury, covers all bases. There’s no fuss – just back-to-basics camping in the middle of lots of Cotswolds action, with the welcome addition of easy parking and rail access too. Bear in mind that this is off-grid camping with simple facilities: grass pitches, portable loos, fresh water and cold-water showers. Starry skies on clear nights and open space to unwind are added bonuses, but please note there is no electricity. Pitch up in the meadow set on a gentle rise, surrounded by ancient hedgerows and farmland, and you’ll wake up to birdsong, the sound of church bells in the distance and views over the rooftops of one of the Cotswolds’ most attractive market towns. From your pitch, wander into Charlbury (10 minutes’ walk) for supplies or a pint at one of the village pubs, discover re-wilding woodland on strolls through Wychwood Forest, or take the short drive to Chipping Norton (15 minutes’ drive) and a certain very well-known farm shop. As well as attending gigs at the Wilderness Festival from your pitch (half an hour’s walk), a stay at Charlbury Rise Camping puts you in pole position for exploring the Cotswolds National Landscape. Historic Burford (20 minutes’ drive), with its combination of mellow-stone cottages and half-timbered houses, is popular for its antiques shops, while Stow-on-the-Wold (half an hour) centres on a vast market square surrounded by a labyrinth of lanes packed with indie boutiques and eateries. See how the other half once lived with a look around the Palladian mansion at Ditchley Park (10 minutes, guided tours by appointment only). Alternatively, spend the day discovering manicured gardens, strolling vast tracts of woodland and touring numerous historical displays at humongous and lavish Blenheim Palace (15 minutes), the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Those of you with a taste for the finer things in life have your pick of Michelin-starred Cotswold restaurants, gourmet pubs and a store filled with organic produce at Daylesford. And let’s not forget the (almost) obligatory visit to Diddly Squat.

Caalm Camp

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6 units · Glamping · Stour Row, England

Caalm by name, calm by nature. This blissfully chilled-out Dorset hideaway promises a relaxing stay for all

Camping By The River

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2 units · Glamping · Abingdon, England

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.

Glamping at Parley by PitchingIt

12 units · Glamping · Bournemouth, England

Set on the Parley Estate near Bournemouth, with a Georgian mansion sitting in four-acres of lovely Dorset parkland, Glamping at Parley by PitchingIt offers pre-erected bell tents on level grass meadows. No fuss, no puzzling tent poles to mess around with. Just arrive on site, move in and your holiday has started. Local attractions and activities include: - Bournemouth Beach & town centre for shops and restaurants 5min drive - Golf: on site 18 hole course and driving range! - Local pub short 10 min walk - Adventure Wonderland (kids’ theme park): five minutes’ drive - Snowtrax Alpine Activity Centre: 10 minutes - Go Ape Moors Valley (tree-top zipwires): 15 minutes - Bournemouth Beach: 15 minutes - Splashdown (water park): 20 minutes - Moors Valley Country Park and Forest: 20 minutes - Mudeford Sandbank: 20 minutes - Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum: 20 minutes - Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park: 25 minutes.

Evelyn’s Garden

1 unit · Glamping · Wantage, England

Evelyn’s Garden is a 2 acre pony paddock right on the path of the famous ridgeway walk. At its highest point, rested in a 100acre organic farm, It hosts an en excellent view point over the meadows of Sparsholt. Free roaming piglets, piggies, cows and horses. A quiet wild site with no light or noise pollution. Just fellow stargazers and sunset chasers as your neighbours! We have 4 bell tents and a converted Horsebox to choose from, with full facilities inside the conversion, and basic facilities if you choose one of our bell tents! No showers or washing facilities, just a drinking water tap, and composting loo! Get as close to wild and back to the very basics, next your your firepit, family and friends! Logs available for sale at the site, and griddles / basic BBQ utensils to cook with No electric hookups with bell tents Solar power if you book our horse box.

Stories from the community

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Madison

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Oakhill Camping and Caravanning

This stay was such a nice place, amazing facilities and hosts are really accommodating. would definitely be back!

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Gin

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Pitchcott Farm

At Pitchot farm, we felt very good, a quiet place with various views, where you can have a barbecue or sit in the evening by the warmth of the fire. I highly recommend!

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Aron

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Pitchcott Farm

The site was absolutely beatiful in a lovely area. Couldn't reccomend it enough. Tony and Sarah were also a great help and made it very clear that I could contact them if I needed any assistance

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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!

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Dave

September 2025

Tent

5 nights at Haddon Copse Farm

Loved staying here for 5 nights. The views are amazing, the limited pitches mean that everyone has private space and you don’t feel on top of each other. The bathrooms and washing facilities are great and the sun heated water was always perfect temperature. Something to make it feel even more private would be to really encourage meadow flowers or longer grass between the pitches to allow the private paths to each tent to feel extra special and allow for the space to feel even more private and hidden from the other tents. A hidden gem!

Many options to pitch tents or bring camper vans on site.

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Catherine

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Stockbridge View Campsite

We only stayed one night as a trial so we didn’t get out & about, but the toilets/showers were clean, and the washing up shed (with charging dock) was very useful. The warden came to lend us a hammer when we were clearly struggling with our mallet, and David’s son very kindly offered help as we had car trouble. It felt like a ‘nice’, safe place to be with our young daughter.

With different options for camping on site, there were plenty of choices for a stay at Haddon Copse.

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Felix

August 2025

Tent

5 nights at Haddon Copse Farm

Lovely small campsite with a very generous flat pitch for our tent. We had a wonderful stay with lovely walks along the stour and close to Sherborne and Shaftesbury which are picturesque little towns. Amenities were good with hot showers and washing up area. We did not take advantage of the organic food available to buy, but a very nice touch. Would definitely return for another stay.

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Nuala

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Small Trees Campsite

Friendly and free tea in the morning! Very laid back atmosphere. Great for families.

Dan

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Small Trees Campsite

This is a lovely campsite. Excellent shower and toilet facilities. Lovely touch with Tea &Coffee in the morning too. Owners really nice and approachable. Would highly recommend 👍

A view of Westbury White Horse Hills from a nearby field

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Jack

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Pop Up Outwest

Group of 4: all early/mid 20s Pros: - Loads of space to pitch / feels private - Easy to get to - Mel (host) was really helpful and welcoming - Clean and relatively flat site - We had the fire pit/wood bundle and thought it was well worth the money - Access to sink & clean water - Plenty of walks nearby (we did the lacock circular hike on AllTrails which was a short drive away & £5 to park in the nation trust car park all day) Might bother some people: - The toilets are porta-loos (they were clean though) - No shower facilities for longer stays

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Steve

August 2025

5 m Class B

With pets

1 night at Elmwicke Camping

Fantastic facilities, quiet site, idyllic, everyone very friendly

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Meeru

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Small Trees Campsite

Nice and good location and good space love to see again

Carree

August 2025

5 m Class B

With kids

1 night at Elmwicke Camping

Great campsite, brilliant facilities and location 😊👍

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Jamie & Claire

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Pop Up Outwest

If you looking for mod cons it’s not for you as it’s a field with a portaloo. I’m not gonna lie though, that’s what we wanted. Out in the wilds. It was beautiful. I’d defo recommend.

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Stuart

August 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Pop Up Outwest

Lovely big flat field next to a quiet lane with good access. Nice view out to the White Horse on the hill and close enough to a pub :) We basically had the whole place to ourselves, but there is loads of room. Recommended.

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Charlie

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Small Trees Campsite

Wonderful campsite with great hosts. Driving distance to Salisbury, and plenty of pitching space.

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Alison

August 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Pop Up Outwest

Stayed here on Saturday night … first time here. Lovely and peaceful. Toilets were immaculate. Sat-nav didn’t quite get us there but a text to Mel was answered very quickly. Great spot. Thanks ☺️ x

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Martina

August 2025

Tent

With kids

5 nights at Abbey Home Farm

Highly recommended! We loved the beautiful vehicle free pitch, stunning views and simplicity!

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Ralph

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Haddon Copse Farm

Very peaceful and tranquil Good value for money Showers good Not too far from shop and pub

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Penny

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Radcot Leisure on Thames

We had a wonderful time, excellent location by the river, pub and town. It was very quiet and we had enough space for our three families to run around and enjoy all the nature available! We hired the canoe and paddle boards which were fab. The beds were very comfortable and warm, toilets and showers were decent enough but did get messy quickly with all the usage. The wash up station was very basic and some of the outside benches were a bit tatty so because of that, probably an 8/10 BUT great for families.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Campsites with wheelchair access in Savernake Forest guide

When to go

These woodlands are photo-ready at any time of year. Visit in spring when bluebells and wildflowers blanket the forest floor, or in fall when the autumn leaves transform the trees into a sea of red, yellow, and orange. Summer (July-Aug) weekends can get busy—make an early start to avoid the crowds and snag a picnic bench. The trails can get muddy when it rains, so wellies or hiking boots are a good idea.

Know before you go

Savernake Forest is located about a 10-minute drive south of Marlborough along the A346. The main entrance is at Postern Hill at the northwest end of the park, where free parking is available.
There is no entrance fee to visit the forest.
The forest has picnic and barbecue areas, and restrooms (open from Easter through October only). There are no other facilities within the park, so bring everything you need with you.
There are some paved paths in the forest that are accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.