Dog-friendly glamping in Wychwood Forest

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A small 1,200-acre woodland just north of Witney in Oxfordshire, Wychwood was once a sprawling, important mediaeval Royal Forest. Today, this area is best known for its craft fairs, tree-shaded walks, and three charming Wychwood villages (Ascott, Shipton, and Milton), all originally part of the forest and home to fabulous country pubs and elegant wool-era churches. The forest is fringed by dreamy honey-stone Cotswolds villages such as Charlbury, Chipping Norton, and Burford, around which you’ll find masses of scenic meadow campsites, well-equipped campervan spots, and stylish glamping yurts, huts, and pods.

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Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

1. Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

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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.
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The T Barn

2. The T Barn

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Cirencester, England · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and shepherd’s huts with hot tubs on a picturesque Cotswolds farm near Cirencester
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Berrends Farm

3. Berrends Farm

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Ledbury, England · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are in the 3 counties area, a short distance from the Malvern Hills. We have pitches for tents and caravans, and also a Shepherds Hut and an Annex. We are a small working farm. We welcome our guests to enjoy our home. There are lots of local pubs and towns to visit and local attractions located nearby.
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Ushercombe Fields

4. Ushercombe Fields

England · 46 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Escape to wide-open countryside with beautiful sunset views and space to truly unwind — weekend camping done properly. A peaceful, family-run pop-up campsite designed for simple, low-impact stays close to nature. Tucked away in the Oxfordshire countryside, Ushercombe Fields is a small, family-run site focused on keeping things low-impact, sustainable, and in tune with nature. Guests can enjoy clean, modern toilets, washing-up facilities, and a children’s play area — everything you need for a comfortable stay while still keeping that back-to-nature feel. With far-reaching views and generous space between pitches, it’s an ideal place to slow down, breathe in the fresh country air, and switch off for the weekend. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, with plenty of scenic walks nearby, and on clear nights you can relax under a sky full of stars. If you fancy exploring, Hook Norton Brewery is just 10 minutes away for real ales and a great breakfast, while The Farmer’s Dog — owned by Jeremy Clarkson — is around 40 minutes’ drive.
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Pitchcott Farm

5. Pitchcott Farm

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Aylesbury, England · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Nearly wild, back-to-nature camping on a regenerative farm in Buckinghamshire
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Bredon-Vale Caravan and Camping

6. Bredon-Vale Caravan and Camping

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Evesham, England · 3 units
Laid-back glamping near Evesham, overlooking Bredon Hill and the Malverns.
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Cotswolds Camping

7. Cotswolds Camping

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Charlbury, England · 56 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Simple camping surrounded by all the delicious Oxfordshire and Cotswolds village food offerings
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Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.

8. Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.

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St Briavels, England · 4 units
Magical, secluded glamping in the Wye Valley, yards from the Offas Dyke trail
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Cotswolds Glamping

9. Cotswolds Glamping

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Chipping Norton, England · 4 units
Fun, laid-back, glamping that's ideal for groups, with silent discos and wood-fired hot tubs.
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Hendred Farm Huts

10. Hendred Farm Huts

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Abingdon, England · 3 units
Shepherd’s huts in pretty parkland in the Oxfordshire countryside
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Hollington Park Glamping

11. Hollington Park Glamping

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Woolton Hill, England · 5 units
Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs
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Walltree House Camping

12. Walltree House Camping

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Northamptonshire, England · 34 units · Tents, Glamping
Simple camping in the grounds of a farmhouse, with thrill-seeking activities in arm's reach
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Baldwins Brook Glamping

13. Baldwins Brook Glamping

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England · 5 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
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.
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Camping at Brandiers Farm

14. Camping at Brandiers Farm

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Upper Minety, England · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bucolic rural glamping in a beautiful natural beauty spot on the borders of Wiltshire and Gloucestershire.
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The Apple Farm

15. The Apple Farm

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Snitterfield, England · 5 units
Bell tents on an apple farm just three miles from Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon
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Sleep Wild

16. Sleep Wild

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Banbury, England · 2 units
Curvy cabins with hot tubs on an expansive farm in the Oxfordshire countryside
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Buzzard Holt Hosting

17. Buzzard Holt Hosting

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Buckingham, England · 11 units
Glamping with a mini outdoor spa on the edge of Stowe Park in Buckinghamshire
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Heygates Lodging

18. Heygates Lodging

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Market Harborough, England · 2 units
A place to unwind in the heart of the countryside. Canalside walks are on your doorstep and nature is never far away - birds of prey such as red kites and buzzards are plentiful, and you may be lucky enough to see otters in the canal. There's a variety of pubs and restaurants within a short drive, and the market towns of Rugby and Market Harborough area about 20 minutes away. Unwind in the hot tub, enjoy local beers and ciders or pick from our expertly curated wine list. Our Lodges have their own fire pits and BBQs, and all fuel is provided. Each lodge has its own hammock, and a designated private fishing peg at a turning point in the canal, meaning that you'll be largely undisturbed by passing boats.
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Camp Hillcrest

19. Camp Hillcrest

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Lydney, England · 1 unit
A horsebox hideaway on a super cool site with its own skatepark
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Darnells Farm

20. Darnells Farm

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Ross On Wye, England · 4 units
White sheets and wellies combine at this small, high-end glamping site on a working farm near Ross-on-Wye.
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Northern Cotswolds

The Cotswolds AONB ranks among England’s most delightful landscapes, sprinkled with golden, thatch-roof villages. The AONB’s northern flank takes in Wychwood and around, where architectural delights include the villages of Chipping Norton, Burford, Stow-on-the-Wold, Broadway, and Chipping Campden. Out in the wild, you can walk the long-distance Cotswold Way, try biking and horse riding, and dip into lakes and rivers to cool off.

Oxford, Woodstock & Around

Oxford is one of England’s most dazzling cities, packed with university colleges, perfectly clipped lawns, and major literary heritage. Go punting along the Thames, roam the museums and libraries, tap into the lively pub scene, and explore leafy Port Meadow—all under an hour’s drive from Wychwood. Just north of Oxford, Woodstock centres on the UNESCO-listed Blenheim Palace, one of the country’s most fantastical stately homes and the birthplace of Winston Churchill. And whether you fancy camping or caravanning by a river or kicking back in a glamping bell tent on a low-impact farm, there’s buckets of choice here.

Southern Cotswolds

Also within easy reach of the Wychwood area, the Cotswolds’ less-touristy southern half meanders around Roman Cirencester, picture-pretty Bibury, and peaceful Painswick, then on toward Bath. Dog-friendly campsites on family farms, secluded log cabins, and lakeside caravan parks are just a few of the picks for campers here, providing bases from which to hike along the Cotswold Way and go cycling, horse riding, paddle-boarding, kayaking, and more.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field
Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

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