Wheelchair accessible glamping in Wye Valley AONB

Discover forests, castles, and wildflower-clad gorges along the Wye River.

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Wye Valley AONB

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Popular camping styles for Wye Valley AONB

Star Hosts in Wye Valley AONB

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12 top wheelchair-accessible glamping sites in Wye Valley AONB

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Radcot Leisure on Thames

46 units · Glamping, Tents1 acre · Oxfordshire, South East England

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

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Red Sky at Night Campsite

2 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Monmouth, Wales

If you’re lucky, you’ll get to see at least one of the amazing sunsets at Red Sky at Night Campsite near Monmouth – but if you don’t, there’s mighty compensation in the shape of the spectacular views from just about everywhere on the site. And of course, on clear nights, the night skies are diamond-bright with stars. This family-run camping field on a livestock farm is managed on very laidback lines. Pitch up wherever you like and feel free to park by your tent (weather permitting). Raised campfires are allowed and you can hire firepits and grills (the owners sell local eggs, sausages and pork chops) and buy kindling. You can bring your dogs too (take them for walks in the adjoining woods) but just be sure to keep them under control around the animals. Kids are certainly carefully looked after here. Get a fact sheet on arrival and join mini-campers in wildlife hunts through the trees, looking out all the while for buzzards and red kites. Round and about the site, your offspring can entertain themselves on rope swings, making dens and following a mini-tractor course across the camping field. There’s also a football pitch. Wild camping this may be (there’s no electricity on site, please note) but there are two nicely designed compost loos and a covered sink areas with fresh water tap. So bring your guitar, light that fire, break out the barbecue and enjoy the chilled vibe.

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Nature's Nest

7 units · Glamping1 acre · Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, West Midlands

Welcome to Nature's Nest! For family and group escapes –the ultimate luxury glamping experience. Nature's Nest boasts 4 beautiful canvas cottages that melt into the glorious Herefordshire countryside. These self-catering glamping accommodations are nestled on a natural spacious site with uninterrupted views over the rolling countryside, and River Wye in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Relax in your own hot tub, cosy by the fire and you can bring your dogs too.

Pitchcott Farm

11 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents15 acres · Aylesbury, England

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

Glamping West Midlands

4 units · Glamping16 acres · Enville, England

Head here for an authentic glamping getaway in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside

Caalm Camp

6 units · Glamping70 acres · Stour Row, England

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

Toastytipis Luxury Tipi and HOTTUB

1 unit · Glamping600 acres · Southam, Warwickshire, West Midlands

* The Toasty Tipi is a true one of a kind: finished with soft carpets, heating and a sumptuous double mattress. * Twinkling fairly lights line its thick canvas walls and are joined by exotic, linen prints and mysterious, little trinkets. * A private compost toilet can also be found in a neighbouring hut and sits beside your covered wooden gazebo complete with BBQ and hot tub. * Five star gastro pub within walking distance. * Explore the lush, rolling pastures and the ancient, country trails, visiting historic Warwick city. If you love the outdoors but need the comforts of home, this intimate, little tipi really does have it all. Fitted with super-soft carpets and two heaters, it adds a luxury twist to traditional camping. Enjoy long morning lie-ins beneath thick, fluffy duvets or endless afternoons in the steaming outdoor hot-tub. With a peaceful country setting and a romantic ambience, you can hide away from the rest of the world and wish upon a star. The Toasty Tipi is a true one of a kind, nestled amongst the trees of a protected Wooded area. the tipi is a unique place where you can relax with ease. Explore the lush, rolling paddocks and the ancient, country trails, jumping the crooked stiles and finding the hidden woodland glades. Picnic in the wild meadows or BBQ at the camp then wait for the moon and the stars to emerge as night falls. Inside, the tipi is warm and cosy and boasts a sumptuous double bed with sultry touches. Twinkling fairly lights line the thick canvas walls and are joined by exotic, linen prints and vintage curios. A miniature kitchenette is complete with a small fridge bbq and shower contained in adjoining gazebo as your extended living space. Here you can light up the barbeque and cook some fresh, farmland produce before sipping a glass of wine in the log-fired hot tub. A small neighbouring hut is home to your own private compost loo and shower. The Toasty Tipi has a glorious setting on the same private estate as the Dallas Buston polo club. Guest are free to stroll around the grounds, through the woods around the lakes and maybe catch one of the regular polo matches held allyear round, quite often played on a daily basis. As well as being amongst some of Warwickshire’s finest country backdrops, the Toasty Tipi is also well-placed for finding some of tfhe areas best-known attractions. Visit the historic city of Warwick with its grand, imposing castle or the well-known theatres of Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon. If you don’t want to venture far then there’s also characterful, little villages, including pretty Long Itchington and its award-winning pubs. Indulge in the local ales and walk back to your Toasty Tipi, lighting the scattered candles for your star-struck, lovers evening.

Haddon Copse Farm

10 units · Glamping, Tents40 acres · Dorset, South West England

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

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Buzzard Holt Hosting

4 units · Glamping11 acres · Buckingham, England

Glamping with a mini outdoor spa on the edge of Stowe Park in Buckinghamshire

Treflach Farm

8 units · Glamping, Tents100 acres · Oswestry, Shropshire, West Midlands

Bell tents and a yurt on a regenerative farm in Shropshire

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Over-the-Moon Luxury Shepherds Hut

1 unit · Glamping5 acres · Ruthin, Wales

'Over the Moon’/'Dros y Lleuad' luxury Shepherds Hut is nestled in our enclosed orchard on our small holding. One of the things people love about staying here is the amazing views - including watching the moon rise over the mountains from the king-sized cabin bed. The developing Clwydian dark sky region means there are great views of the night sky. Tucked away in Maes Heddwch (Peaceful field) at the southern end of the Vale of Clwyd this is a great base to discover this lesser known corner of North Wales. We have done a lot of work since Google Maps took their pictures! Including planting tress and hedgerows. It is a lovely spot for a retreat from the hustle and bustle, sought out by walkers, cyclists, bird watchers, red squirrel seekers, foragers, neolithic stone hunters, artists, writers, historians and others. We are more than happy to share what we have discovered about the area before or during your visit.

Wheelchair accessible glamping in Wye Valley AONB guide

Overview

Straddling the border of England and Wales, the Wye Valley is the meeting point of history and nature, where camping is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in this protected landscape. Centred around a 50-mile stretch of the River Wye, here you can hike through forest glades and limestone gorges, discover ancient hillforts and mediaeval ruins, or hop between riverside villages. Or why not see the river from the water, with a scenic cruise or canoe trip? Summer is peak season for hikers and campers, when riverside camping is at its best, but each season brings its own delights—visit in spring to picnic amid the wildflowers and attend the Wye Valley River Festival, or in fall for woodland walks through a carpet of red and gold leaves. No matter the time of year, you’ll find plenty of places to pitch a tent or park up in a campervan, whether you want a slice of the action or just a place to relax.

Where to go

North Wye Valley

Hereford and the Herefordshire Lowlands are the gateway to the northern part of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where the mosaic farmlands and forests provide opportunities to escape the crowds. Admire the views from the Hole in the Wall, sample the region’s famous cider, or explore the iron-age hill fort at Capler Camp. Hikers congregate in the valley’s only town Ross-on-Wye, which sits about a third of the way from the top of the AONB and has access to several walking and cycling trails, most notably the Wye Valley Walk.

Central Wye Valley

The stretch of river between Ross-on-Wye and the adventure capital of Symonds Yat is arguably the most scenic. Take to the water to canoe or stand-up paddleboard, stop for lunch at a country pub by the water, or visit the mediaeval Goodrich Castle, then pitch your tent at a riverside campsite. To the east, the Forest of Dean has miles of wooded trails for walkers and cyclists.

South Wye Valley

The southern Wye Valley, from Goodrich Castle to Chepstow, is home to some of its star attractions. Tintern Abbey and Chepstow Castle are both must-sees, while the Devil’s Pulpit lookout and Lower Wye Gorge afford far-reaching views. Campers can find plenty of choice around Chepstow, the starting point of two long-distance hikes: the Wales Coast Path and the Offa's Dyke trail.

Wales

The market town of Monmouth is a strategic basecamp for exploring beyond the Welsh borders. Foodies make a beeline for Abergavenny, known as Wales’ gastronomic capital, and crowds descend on its annual food festival. Further west, the rugged peaks of the Black Mountains mark the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, where hillside hikes and backcountry camping await.

Walking in the Wye Valley

Kayaking and canoeing undoubtedly offer a fantastic way to see the Wye Valley, but these borderlands are also incredible walking country.

Stroll the river’s edge on a bit of the Wye Valley Walk, or dedicate two weeks to the whole route, camping along the way. This long-distance path follows the river from source to mouth, covering 136 miles and criss-crossing the border as it goes.
A 177-mile national trail, Offa’s Dyke Path follows the border along the route of Anglo-Saxon earthworks. It’s a 2-week challenge to conquer the whole route, but if camping in the area, just pull on your boots and choose a section for a day on the trail.
Both the Wye Valley Walk and Offa’s Dyke meet in Chepstow, along even more long-distance paths like the Gloucestershire Way, Monmouthshire Way, and Wysis Way. In fact, Chepstow has its own walking festival, sealing its status as the Wye Valley walking hub.
Further afield, there are almost unlimited walking trails in the Forest of Dean, including a sculpture trail for added interest.

Family-friendly camping in the Wye Valley

If you’re looking for a family-friendly holiday, camping in the Wye Valley ticks all the boxes. Camping in such a rich natural area offers the chance for kids to get stuck into wholesome activities like bug hunting, wildlife watching, den building, and tree climbing. The valley’s kayaking, canoeing, and climbing opportunities also appeal to families with teenagers as well as tots. In addition to all this, you’ll find kid-friendly sites throughout the region, many with facilities and activities designed with little ones in mind, from steam trains to high-ropes courses.

Popular towns in the Wye Valley

The Wye Valley’s big attraction is that there are no big attractions (at least, not man-made ones) and no big cities. Nature is the star of the show. With this, campers can spend days walking, cycling, canoeing, and kayaking to discover the area. But the valley’s picturesque villages and market towns are perfect for stocking up on supplies and finding rainy day activities.

Calling in to Symonds Yat on the Yat Gorge is almost a must, as the village links the Wye Valley with the Royal Forest of Dean and has a reputation for all things related to the great outdoors.
The only market town within the AONB, Ross-on-Wye is set high above the river with a 700-year-old church and mediaeval half-timbered buildings. Goodrich Castle isn’t far either, and one of the best-preserved mediaeval castles in England.
The village of Tintern is another popular destination thanks to the ruined Cistercian Tintern Abbey, founded in 1131.
Outside of the AONB but still on the river’s edge, the book-town of Hay-on-Wye is world-famous for its bookshops and Hay Festival of arts and literature in late May and early June.
With rural beauty all around, it might seem a shame to head into the city, but Hereford is pretty small and worth a stop for its mediaeval history and famous Mappa Mundi, Europe’s largest mediaeval map.

Top things to do in the Wye Valley

Kayak, canoe, or raft through the Lower Wye gorge.
Take a walk to see the scenery. Try a portion of the 177-mile Offa’s Dyke Path or the Wye Valley Way.
Go climbing. Experienced climbers can give Symonds Yat Rock a go, while beginners can join a guide or head for a high-rope adventure in the Forest of Dean.
Find a spot on the border where you can stand with one foot in England and one foot in Wales.
Pick up some holiday reading from a bookshop in Hay-on-Wye.
Go bat watching! The Wye Valley is internationally important for its bats, especially the rare lesser horseshoe bat.
Pop in to Hereford Cathedral to see Europe’s largest mediaeval map, the Mappa Mundi.
Enjoy a BBQ or campfire meal using local produce. A Hereford beef burger and Wye Valley beer, anyone?