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Willow Hill

88%

· Apperley, England

4 acres hosted by Matthew R.

7 glamping pitches · 1 motorhome/tent pitch

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Hilltop camping and glamping with good food, good views – and a swimming pool

Celebrating food, soul and vibe. Escape the predictable. Taste the authentic.

For spring and summer glamping and celebrations, Willow Hill offers exclusive two and three night escapes on our working farm.

Guests enjoy the privacy and run of our land rising above Gloucestershire’s lush Severn Vale, with panoramic views for miles. Wake to spectacular Cotswold sunrises from our Field of Dreams and sleep to the glow of Malvern Hill sunsets.

At our heart is farm, food, fun, club and sleeping nests.

Our glamping packages for families, couples or groups of four start from just £300 per camp. With only ten safari camps, there is plenty of open space for playing and exploring. And not only are we child-friendly, we love dogs too!

For hot (or cold) days, our large outdoor heated swimming pool has a raised sun deck with relaxed seating and commanding views. The pool has a saltwater cleaning system, and two hot showers alongside. There are outdoor games, such as farm croquet, to pick up and play, and farm collie Craig loves to play fetch. For countryside days, you can explore our fields and water meadows with our self-guided nature trails, pick a path by the River Severn or call in to Coombe Hill nature reserve.

For gatherings, we offer a spectacular exclusive space for parties and celebrations with a blend of accommodation and camping spaces on the edge of our ancient orchard. Ideal for up to 40 people, Orchard Camp includes two lodges, each with a stunning view and hot tub, together with a retro caravan Little Apple. With space to pitch tents, as well as extra beds in the Bunk House, Orchard Camp guests also enjoy all the amenities across the farm.

Our oak-beamed Mill House is open 24/7, with log fire, dining and chill spaces, a great place to curl up with a book, relax and chat. Leading off from the Mill House, the Conservatory is light and airy with sofas and chairs, and hotdesking space.

From our Happerley kitchen, we serve breakfasts, morning coffee, light bites throughout the day, lunches, afternoon tea and dinner. We're passionate about provenance, championing ingredients from the farms, rivers & wild across the Gloucester Vale, The Cotswolds and Forest.

In addition to the Mill House, the covered Pavillion is the perfect place to dine and relax with table service and log fire. In The Shrubbery, we have scattered dining around the trees, communal fire pits and artistic lighting for a magical evening atmosphere.

For relaxed evenings with a chilled vibe, our licensed Cobney Bar has an impressive collection of artisan beers, ciders and spirits, with Gloucester Brewery beer and lager on tap. We also maintain an English wine cellar.

We love hosting celebrations, parties and weddings - with guests able to hire all or part of the farm - and can cater for banquets, taster menus, private & party dining, serving delicious fresh frood from our Happerley kitchen.

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Apperley, England, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Matthew R.Joined in April 2021

88%

48 Ratings · 38 reviews

Joy T.recommends

May 16, 2023

Private camp (sleeps up to 40)

A great family & friends camp out!

This is a great place! Lovely views, quiet, really nice vibe in the bar with the log burner and what a treat to have the pool to enjoy too. Matthew was very chilled and all the staff we met were so friendly and accommodating. Our whole group had a fabulous time! The farm dog that visited frequently was a delight too! I would absolutely recommend this place as a perfect spot for a laid back get together!

Stefan B.recommends

September 12, 2022

Non-electric grass pitch

Firstly the views from our chosen pitch were amazing. The toilets and showers are spotless. The pizzas are perfect. I was part of 4 lads and we’ve all said we can’t wait to go back with our girlfriends. Best camping experience I’ve had to date.

Daniel R.recommends

September 11, 2022

Curlew & Swallows Summit party area

Camping and celebrating in nature

Such an incredible place. Great staff, all the comforts that make a stay with family and friends so enjoyable, with the beautiful surrounding nature to fully detox from city life :) Couldn't recommend more. Thank you to the team who looked after us so well. We'll be returning!

Nick J.recommends

September 9, 2022

Non-electric grass pitch

Camping like it should be.

What it is: Amazing spot with views over to the Cotswold escarpment, fire pits, a great bar, walks, local pubs. What it’s not: A manufactured campsite with all mod cons, tarmac roadways and a purpose-built shower block. Opinion: My kind of campsite. I’d definitely go back.

Julie C.

September 1, 2022

Simply Family Bell Tents

The field has lovely views, is literally a stones throw from a great pub and the site has great potential but for some reason it just doesn't feel like it's reaching it right now. There seems to be an underlying feel of a lack of organisation about the place, which in all honesty I wouldn't be opposed to if they were just starting out. I did however expect more for the prices being charged. We did 1 night in a bell tent (we took our own linen). All was very clean and comfortable but I felt from the booking info there would be cups/plates etc available but there didn't appear to be. Maybe I misread it. We would have normally gone in our own camper with all of our own stuff but it wasn't possible to do just 1 night in a camper. We had to do a minimum of 2 and we didn't want that. There is a nice vibe around the bar area with the fire pit, hammocks and hammock swing. Sadly the kitchen was closed when we went so I've no idea how the food is, we ate at the pub. The food there was great. My daughter had a great time and made lots of friends there and at the pub (a lot of the site seemed to be there for their evening meal). My thoughts would be personally for the site to lower their prices until they've worked through any problems they seem to have. People won't expect as much then and feel disgruntled when their expectations aren't being met. Get the basics sorted first and go on from there.

Deborah Y.recommends

August 24, 2022

Non-electric grass pitch

Willow Hill Farm is the perfect mix of wild camping with great facilities. Something low key but fun to join in (or not) in the evening, great tucked away spots to hang out, local beers and ciders, top breakfast. And a pool. Great spot.

From the host

Willow Hill Farm is somewhere more than a hotel, a place for families & friends to escape the predictable and taste the authentic. With new summer lodges and luxury yurts, glamping safari camps and limited camping, guests enjoy the privacy and run of our land rising above Gloucestershire’s lush Severn Vale, with panoramic views for miles. Wake to spectacular Cotswold sunrises from our Field of Dreams and sleep to the glow of Malvern Hill sunsets. There's plenty of space to roam and explore and not only are we child-friendly, we love dogs too! For hot (or cold) days, our large outdoor heated swimming pool has a raised sun deck with relaxed seating and commanding views. The pool has a saltwater cleaning system, and two hot showers alongside. There are outdoor games, such as farm croquet, to pick up and play, and farm collie Craig loves to play fetch. For countryside days, you can explore our fields and water meadows with our self-guided nature trails, pick a path by the River Severn or call in to Coombe Hill nature reserve. For gatherings, we offer a spectacular exclusive space for parties and celebrations with a blend of accommodation and camping spaces on the edge of our ancient orchard. Ideal for up to 40 people, Orchard Camp includes two lodges, each with a stunning view and hot tub, and three luxury family yurts. Orchard Camp guests also enjoy all the amenities across the farm. Our oak-beamed Mill House is open 24/7, with log fire, dining and chill spaces, a great place to curl up with a book, relax and chat. Leading off from the Mill House, the Conservatory is light and airy with sofas and chairs, and hotdesking space. From our Happerley kitchen, we serve breakfasts, morning coffee, light bites throughout the day, lunches, afternoon tea and dinner. We're passionate about provenance, championing ingredients from the farms, rivers; wide across the Gloucester Vale, The Cotswolds and Forest. In addition to the Mill House, the covered Pavillion is the perfect place to dine and relax with table service and log fire. In The Shrubbery, we have scattered dining around the trees, communal fire pits and artistic lighting for a magical evening atmosphere. For relaxed evenings with a chilled vibe, our licensed Cobney Bar has an impressive collection of artisan beers, ciders and spirits, with Gloucester Brewery beer and lager on tap. We also maintain an English wine cellar. We are a fully licensed site with a focus on offering a diverse and exceptional food and drink offering at good value. This means we do not offer self-catering facilities, and respectfully request guests not to bring their own alcohol or food but to enjoy the farm offering. We love hosting celebrations, parties and weddings - with guests able to hire all or part of the farm - and can cater for banquets, taster menus and party dining, serving delicious fresh food from our Happerley kitchen.

Nearby attractions

Willow Hill’s campsite offers children the freedom to play, explore and get close to nature. Take your pick of games to play on the top field including farm croquet. And when the weather’s hot, the children can take a splash in the pool. For countryside days, you can explore the farm's fields and water meadows with our self-guided nature trails, pick a path by the River Severn or call in to Coombe Hill nature reserve. For days out further afield, you can head 20 miles away to the Forest of Dean, for Go Ape and bike riding or to the rolling hills of the Cotswolds.

Gloucester is a 20-minute drive away and boasts historic docks and riverside walks, shops and eateries. The Regency town of Cheltenham is about the same distance with its elegant architecture and landscaped parks, racecourse, theatre, restaurants, bars and shops. Closer to home, is medieval Teweksbury with its spectacular Abbey, John More Countryside Museum, independent shops and restaurants. There's also a leisure centre. If you're on site in July don't miss Tewkebury Medieval Festival which attracts more than 2000 re-enactors from all over the world to play out the Battle of Tewkesbury 1472.

Food and drink

There's a farm shop on site and food available throughout the day on the campsite's outdoor terrace with drinks from The Cobney Bar which is stocked with local goodies. The campsite's nearest pub, The Farmers Arms, is family-friendly and just one field's walk away. The pub has a large beer garden, and serves a popular menu with a choice of beers, wines and soft drinks. Tewkesbury,a 10-minute drive away, has a choice of restaurants, coffee shops and cafes. Willow Hill favourites include Crystal Rivers, The Raj Shahi, Salerno and Gupshill Manor. For local pubs beside the river, guests always enjoy The Boathouse in Tewkesbury town centre, The Lower Lode Inn near Tewkesbury, The Red Lion at Wainlodes, and the Fleet Inn at Twyning.

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