Campsites with fishing in Somerset

This West Country shire has hillside hikes, sandy beaches, and a world-famous music festival.

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Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

51 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents25 acres · 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.
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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
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Wytch Wood Camping

21 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents3 acres · Somerset, South West England
A small, quiet, eco-friendly campsite on a working sheep farm
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Higher Roddon Farm

1 unit · Glamping66 acres · Wiveliscombe, England
Duncan and Alexis live here with their young family and we want to continue to improve the biodiversity of the farm alongside building a sustainable farm business incorporating luxury rural accommodation and grass-fed beef and lamb. We are lucky enough to have a wide variety of wildlife on our farm including tawny and barn owls, deer, buzzards, pheasants, swallows, bullfinches, fieldfares and numerous bats, butterflies and beetles! Take a look at our Wildlife page. We follow a grass-fed, low input, regenerative agriculture philosophy. This means that (apart from our bulls, rams and boars which have to be bought in to prevent in-breeding) all of our animals are born on the farm. They stay with their mothers’ as long as possible growing well on their mothers’ milk and our beautiful grass. Apart from our pigs, all of our animals are only fed grass from the farm or hay (from our species rich hay meadows) in winter. We believe this is more sustainable, gives us a minimal carbon footprint and provides our animals with the best possible lives.
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Blossom Orchard at Lower Bays

2 units · Glamping9 acres · Glastonbury, Somerset, South West England
Secluded yurts in a Somerset orchard
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Long Beach the American School Bus!

2 units · Glamping30 acres · Cheddar, Somerset, South West England
Long Beach School Bus – an authentic, beautifully converted American School Bus for a memory-filled (and Insta-worthy!) stay on a welcoming free-range Somerset campsite full of fun and adventure. Freshly retired from the highways of California, 'Long Beach' is an iconic American Yellow School Bus – or ‘Skoolie’ for aficionados – lovingly converted into a truly unique Glamping retreat. Gloriously spacious, there’s plenty to delight couples, families, and groups of friends alike. For starters, you’ll have a proper kitchen to whip up your own school dinners complete with a gas oven, hob, grill, sink, and cooking equipment galore (There’s even a seriously cool fridge freezer, to help you chill those essential holiday tipples!) Enjoy gastronomic delights at the dining table while enjoying the views through the panoramic windows, or outside enjoying a sizzling sunset supper on the barbecue. With toasty underfloor heating and a clean-burning wood stove you’ll be gorgeously snug. There’s a thoughtfully-chosen selection of books and games on board, and if music’s more your thing, remember to bring your Bluetooth speaker and choose your own groove. You could even plonk yourself down in the driver’s seat if you like…with the original cab fully intact, you can travel anywhere your imagination cares to take you! When it’s finally time to turn in, you’ll discover a king-sized John Lewis bed to the rear dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and a gorgeous duvet. Flanked by windows, you’ll wake up to stunning scenery. If you miss out on claiming this for yourself, you’ll also find two comfy, John Lewis full-sized singles, and a really good sofa bed too. Freshen up with a shower and fluffy towels (there’s even an illuminated mirror and a plug socket for your hairdryer!) then it’s on with the important business of planning your day. Parked at Petruth Paddocks, your cosy bus couldn’t be in a better spot for a fabulous stay. Things to note; Check in from 3pm, check out by 11am. Pets are not permitted. Facilities Authentic American School Bus, sleeps 6 guests. Original driver’s cab area, kitchen with gas oven, grill, hob, fridge freezer, sink, cooking and dining equipment, storage and surface space, dining table and chairs, sofa bed, selection of books and games, power for charging all your stuff, lighting, underfloor heating, eco wood burning stove, kingsize bed, two full-sized singles, storage. Shower, loo, towels, 240v sockets, illuminated mirror. Outside: firepit, barbecue, garden table and chairs. Acres of Beautiful and fun Camping with a huge Premier pitch for Long Beach! A Family Field with an activity area where kids are free to clamber on old cable reels, sleepers, tractor tyres and of course our old friend Mr Landy - an original Land Rover. There are picnic benches for parents sit nearby and keep an eye on toddlers. The great coffee shack ensures you get your caffeine hit as well as tea, hot chocs, iced coffee, iced tea and milkshakes. A small shop in Reception sells the essentials - drinks, snacks, toiletries and a few other bits and bobs! Waste disposal and recycling facility. In the Village and nearby; 6 great Restaurants 5 lovely Take-aways (some deliver) 8 fabulous pubs plus lots more a short drive away plenty of local stores and farm shops as well as all the main supermarket chains In the area; Buses, bike & E-Bike hire, Taxis, Trains 9 Gorgeous Beaches Marshes, Lakes, Cheddar Gorge & Wookey Hole, RSPB & Nature Reserves, an Animal Park, Landscaped Gardens, Culture & Historical Landmarks Local activities; A Shooting Range, Yachting, Kayaking, Horse and Alpaca Riding and Trekking, Activity Centre, Ballooning, Gliding, Racing, Karting, a Zoo, a Steam Railway, Walking, Running, Cycling, River activities, Wild Swimming, Carboots, Local Market, Cakery, Woodworking, Softplay, Gym & Leisure Centre… Phew!
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The Yellow Submarine!

1 unit · Glamping35 acres · England
Stay in the only Yellow Submarine Glamping in the UK! Our Yellow Submarine is comfy and cosy and lots of interactive fun. Its a unique, magical (and totally land-based!) experience! The Yellow Submarine is complete with Radar, Giant Octopus Detector, Shark Warning System, Anti-Whale-Bump technology and a special cool space for Mums' wine. There are buttons to press, and knobs and dials and gauges and lights and real portholes. Look through the Periscope to check for any Sharks, Whales, Dolphins and Sea Monsters lurking nearby. There's a Galley Kitchen with Hob, Fridge, Sink, Crockery, Cutlery, and all the bits and bobs you'll need. Outside you'll find a BBQ & Firepit. When not deep under the Ocean, you'll find the Yellow Submarine at Petruth Paddocks - the best fun Free-Range Camping in Somerset. The vibe is as chilled as a rather good Prosecco thanks to the cucumber-cool Jules and the team there. There's a Family Field with an activity area where kids are free to clamber on old cable reels, sleepers, tractor tyres and an old Land Rover. You’ll find a great food shack serving delicious Paninis, Loaded Chips, Baked Potatoes, and brekky rolls in the morning and get your caffeine hit with proper coffee, or great tea, iced milkshakes and hot choccy! Veggy / dairy free available too! ‘Kev the Ice-Man’ has the most delicious flavours of Marshfield’s Ice Cream, and the most wonderful Stone-Baked Pizzas are on Friday evenings from June - end August with Vegan & dairy-free options available. A small shop in Reception sells the essentials - drinks, snacks, toiletries and a few other bits and bobs! ​​​ In the Village nearby; 6 great Restaurants 5 lovely Take-aways (some deliver) 8 fabulous pubs plus lots more a short drive away Local stores, farm shops, supermarkets​​​ In the area; Buses, Bike / E-Bike hire, Taxis, Trains 9 Gorgeous Beaches Marshes, Lakes, Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Hole, RSPB / Nature Reserves, Animal Parks and Zoos, Landscaped Gardens, Culture, Historical Landmarks and the Paranormal! Whooooooo! Local activities; A Shooting Range, Yachting, Kayaking, Horse Trekking, Alpaca Experiences, Activity Centres, Ballooning, Gliding, Racing, Karting, a Steam Railway Walking, Running, Cycling, River activities, Wild Swimming, Carboot and Local Market, Cakery, Softplay, Gym and Leisure Centre… Phew!
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Hadspen Glamping

3 units · Glamping5 acres · Castle Cary, England
Safari lodges for top-end, eco-friendly glamping in Somerset
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Riding Gate Lodge

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Shepton Mallet, Somerset, South West England
A lodge with a hot tub in the Somerset countryside
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Lower Keats Glamping

6 units · Glamping1 acre · Devon, South West England
Luxury safari lodges in a prime Axe Valley locale, with the best of the West Country and Jurassic Coast to explore
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Campsites with fishing in Somerset guide

Overview

At the heart of the West Country, Somerset is renowned for its beach-lined coast, epic English countryside, and farming landscape. Hike dramatic gorges and moorlands, go rock climbing along limestone crags, or explore ancient caves in the four Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. For a change of scenery, the beach is never more than an hour’s drive away, and don’t forget to sample local specialties, Cheddar cheese and Somerset cider, along the way. With all of this, Somerset is a camping haven—from the beach-bearing coast in the east to the wide river valleys of the west, there are heaps of incredible campsites to discover, and like in nearby Devon, Dorset, and Cornwall, Somerset’s rural landscapes and mild southern climate are favourites with campers. May through September is the best time for camping, but prepare for rainy days even in summer—wellies are a fashion must for campers attending Glastonbury Festival.

Where to go

North Somerset

Hiking comes with spectacular views in the Mendip Hills AONB. Walk the cliff-tops of the Cheddar Gorge, then venture underground to explore limestone caves at Wookey Hole or enjoy bird-watching by Chew Valley Lake. The Somerset Coast is just a short drive away, with sandy beaches and seafront camping at Burnham-on-Sea and Weston-Super-Mare.

Northeast Somerset

History, culture, and nature meet head-on in northeast Somerset. Admire Roman ruins and follow in the footsteps of Jane Austen in UNESCO-listed Bath, then head south to hike through wildflower valleys and forests in the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs. For an unforgettable camping experience, join hippies and revellers for the annual Glastonbury Festival.

West Somerset

A ride on the West Somerset Railway affords views of the Somerset countryside as you travel from Taunton to Minehead, West Somerset’s main town. Coast and country are within easy reach from Minehead. Hikers have the Quantock Hills AONB and the Exmoor National Park to explore, and the 630-mile South West Coast Path—England’s longest National Trail—starts here.

South Somerset

Picturesque market towns, lowland marshes, and country parks pepper the landscapes of South Somerset. Enjoy bird-watching in the Avalon Marshes, go mountain biking around  Yeovil, and stop for a pub lunch in Castle Cary. Along the Devon border, the Blackdown Hills AONB has trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding, as well as numerous camping options.

Camping on the Coast in Somerset

Somerset’s seaside resorts and stunning coastline are two reasons why this West Country destination has become a popular place for camping holidays in the UK. There’s traditional seaside fun in Weston-super-Mare and Minehead, where you can pick up a bucket and spade and tuck into fish and chips—you might even find a donkey ride to keep the kids amused. The smaller (but no less fun-filled) resorts of Brean and Burnham also serve up waterside holidays, but away from these busy hot spots is where you’ll find some of our favourite Somerset beach campsites.

On the northeast edge of the county, you’ll find quiet coves and traditional harbour towns like Portishead. And to the west sits wild beauty. Exmoor National Park extends to the coast, home to quieter spots on the seaside. If you’re hankering for a sea view, head for the South West Coast Path for a day out. This long-distance footpath starts in Somerset and offers walking with stunning clifftop views.

Camping in the Somerset Countryside

With just 40 miles of coastline, the seaside is only a small part of Somerset’s attraction. The vast expanse of countryside that covers most of the inland area is the other big draw, offering holidays where you can enjoy a taste of life in the country or down on the farm.

In the expanse of low-lying fertile land that makes up the Somerset Levels and Moors, campers can find a good line in farm camping—places to pitch your tent with a chance to meet animals and try local produce. These wetlands are also a unique place for wildlife, and any high spots on the land, like Glastonbury Tor, are worth visiting for the views alone.

Somerset’s National Park and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty

The Somerset Levels and Moors are bordered by hills: the Mendip, Blackdown, and Quantock Hills are all Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Head for the Mendips for a campsite near Cheddar Gorge or Wookey Hole. And away from the most famous subterranean sites, you can have a go at caving. Above ground, the Mendips are also a great place for walking and other outdoor activities among dry valleys, gorges, and wildflower meadows.

To the south, the Blackdown Hills are a more gentle landscape of rolling hills, hedgerows, and quiet bridleways with plenty of campsites to help make the most of it all. The Quantock Hills stretch to the Bristol Channel, characterised by deep wooded valleys and the heather moorland expected in neighbouring Exmoor National Park. While many associate Exmoor with Devon, the majority of the park actually falls within Somerset. It can feel like another world with rivers, waterfalls, and woodland, as well as free-roaming wild ponies and red deer.

Top things to do in Somerset

A camping holiday in Somerset offers endless opportunities to get out and explore.

1. Cheddar Gorge

Perhaps the most famous part of the gorge is Gough’s Cave, which offers a chance to discover a subterranean world. But there’s actually as much, if not more, overground as there is underground at Cheddar Gorge. Towering limestone cliffs and wildflower meadows make this landscape worth exploring.

2. Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company

There’s no better place to try what must be Somerset’s most-famous export: cheddar cheese! Head to the Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company visitor centre to watch the cheese-making process take place and tuck into the most beloved of British cheeses.

3. Wookey Hole

After exploring this famous cave system’s underground and learning about the famous Wookey Hole Witch, there’s more fun to be had. Access to a range of family-friendly attractions is included in the ticket price, which makes it good value if you’ve got kids.

4. Exmoor National Park

With 267 square miles of protected land, Exmoor offers lots of opportunity for exploration. Walk across the heather moorland, follow streams through deep wooded valleys, and enjoy the wildest parts of Somerset’s coast.

5. The South West Coast Path

This long-distance coastal footpath is one of the best ways to see the coastline both in and outside of Exmoor. With a starting point in Somerset’s Minehead, the 630-mile path traces the coast of the south west right around to Dorset’s south coast.

6. The seaside

Minehead, Weston-super-Mare, and Burnham offer the chance for traditional seaside fun with arcades, funfairs, and fish and chips, but plenty of quieter beaches and coves also feature spots for swimming, sandcastle building, and skimming stones.

7. Glastonbury Tor

A place of special spiritual significance for 1,000 years, this prominent hill offers great views over the Glastonbury festival site and much of the rest of Somerset. While in the area, you might also visit Glastonbury Abbey.

8. Area orchards

Somerset is famous for its apples and the cider that comes from them, so no visit to the county would be complete without a glass of apple juice or cider fresh from the farm.

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