There’s more than a hint of Enid Blyton’s Famous Five about Alpine Grove Touring Park: tents hidden among secret groves of rhododendron, dappled with shade from the oak trees towering above, plus den building in the woods, scavenger trails, biking and hiking adventures around the local countryside, picnics and sausage-fuelled singalongs by the fire. Bet they sell lashings of ginger beer in the on-site shop...
Campers can choose between sun or shade, seclusion among the rhododendrons or a more open grassy area for their pitch. In addition to all the good old-fashioned fun outlined above, there’s a heated outdoor swimming pool, tennis, a children’s play area with giant trampoline, plus of course the usual amenities for ablution, laundry, refuse and recycling. Bikes and firepits are available for hire, and well-behaved dogs are welcome.
A level cycle path runs along the disused railway line between Chard and Ilminster, or for a more challenging ride, the 80-mile loop of the South Somerset cycle route goes right past the site. There are also plenty of walks for all abilities, and golf, fishing, and horse riding nearby.
Nearby attractions and activities
All the attractions of South Somerset, Devon and Dorset are within easy reach, so it’s impossible to list more than a few highlights here. The popular seaside town of Lyme Regis is renowned for its Cobb Beach, fossils and links to Jane Austen, and has a good museum. Forde Abbey, a stately home which used to be a Cistercian monastery, has stunning gardens, and soft fruit lovers will find its ‘pick your own’ farm berry exciting (jostaberries, anyone?).
For animal fans, Cricket St Thomas Lakes and Gardens offers lots to see, including meerkats, wallabies and deer, plus 160 acres of colourful gardens encircling the imposing Cricket House. Europe’s biggest collection of naval aircraft is hosted at the Fleet Air Arm Museum in Yeovilton, which regularly hosts special events, from Dalek invasions to drag racing.
Within the lovely orchards of Perry’s Cider Mills, there’s an interesting museum of old cider presses housed in a sixteenth century barn (and, of course, abundant opportunities to sample the results in the farm shop and tea rooms).
Attractions near Alpine Grove Touring Park
Must see
- Mapperton House & Gardens (11.0 miles)
- Montacute House (11.6 miles)
- Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (13.3 miles)
National Trust
- Loughwood Meeting House (7.4 miles)
- Barrington Court (7.7 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Activities near Alpine Grove Touring Park
Thorncombe – Forde Abbey and the River Axe (3.1 miles) Walking
Fishpond Bottom - Wootton Fitzpaine and River Char (6.0 miles) Walking
Champernhayes - Monkton Wyld - Wootton Fitzpaine (6.4 miles) Walking
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Liked: Flat pitches, beautiful scenery, peaceful surroundings, friendly owners, clean showers, security gates, children's play area, hired fire pits. Disliked: Lukewarm water (in washing up facilities and showers at times), pool out of action at time of visit, limited stocked shop - no milk. |
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A fantastic site with friendly staff craig p. (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: We loved the safe feeling of having a gated entry, our secluded wooded pitch was exactly what we wanted for a weekend away. Disliked: The only thing I would say that I disliked as a minor point would be the shower, they were hot, powerful and clean, but I had to keep pushing the button in every 10-15 seconds (mens left shower), so couldn't really enjoy a decent shower without continually pressing the button in. |
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Beautiful woodland site Paul R. (Mature couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Woodland setting, very tranquil, friendly helpful owner, relaxed approach. Disliked: Nothing to dislike at all! |
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Attractive location with great facilities David H. (Family with young children, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: The site was well presented and offered a great level of facilities for its size. The pool was closed for us as it was so early in the season, however, later in the year, it'll be a great attraction for the children which can be easily supervised. Disliked: Some of the children's park facilities were geared toward children a little younger than mine. Although they were perfectly clean and safe, the girls seemed to want a small sheltered area to 'hang out' away from the younger children with their new found friends. |
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Liked: We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, I'm not a big review writer but the owners of this site really do deserve credit. For couples/families this site is perfect, small enough that you don't get lost but large enough that you don't end up bunched together. Disliked: I honestly cannot think of anything, for some the site may be a little small (40 pitches overall?) but I see that as a good thing, it certainly wasn't crowded. Besides there is plenty to do and see in the area. |
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what a wonderful experience john C. (Mature couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: everythink about it and more, we turned up at about 1pm my wife and i as we were attending a wedding which was taking place in the wooded area in the camp site.We pitched our tent then had a walk through the woods amongst the tall oak trees, the whole location was very welcoming. Disliked: NOTHING I DISLIKED IT WAS PERFECT |
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loved it stephen r. (Family with young children, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: firepits ,freindlyness of staff, facilitys pool was an added bonus Disliked: nothing to dislike about this sight if your a real camper |
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Liked: I liked everything else about this site, it was very friendly facilities are well maintained and sleeping in the woods was really good fun. Disliked: The trampoline is in need of replacing or removing |
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We were given pitch 32, DO NOT ASK OR USE IT. joford73 (Family with young children, 1 review, 0 photos)
Liked: My grandaughter said the pool was warm. So thats a like. Disliked: Disabled wheelchair or zimmer users cant get around as all roads/paths are shingle, WE COULDNT PARK NEXT TO OUR TENT. |wE PAID £30 POUND A N IGHT AND WERE PUT ON A PITCH WE CAN ONLY DESCRIBE AS A BOG. We had to have wooden pallet type planks to stop us sinking. Other tent pitches were reasonably dry. Were were on a slope and I felt I needed to secure myself to the tent ... |
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Lovely campsite Jon C. (Mature couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Lovely quiet site.lots to do in surrounding area.staff very helpful. Disliked: None |
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Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch
Disabled facilities
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Local produce
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Touring and motorhomes
Electrical hook-up points for tourers
Hard standings
Seasonal pitches
Rules
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Themes
Forest
Leave the car at home
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Tennis nearby
Watersports nearby
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Rallies welcome
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Nearby farmers' market
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Medium (26-50 pitches)
Camping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitches
Ordnance Survey maps (GB and Northern Ireland only) are available at lower levels via the drop-down menu.
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Ilminster: Market Square Coach Stop — 4.8mi
Bridport: Coach Park West Street — 11.5mi
Seaton (Devon): Sea Front Bus Stop — 12.2mi
- Train stations
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Axminster Rail Station — 6.3mi
Crewkerne Rail Station — 6.9mi
Honiton Rail Station — 11.8mi
- Ferry ports
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Bridgwater Ferry Terminal — 19.8mi
Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing — 26.3mi
Topsham Ferry Landing — 26.3mi
- Airports
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Exeter International Airport — 22.8mi
Directions
Signposted from A30 and A356.
Permitted arrival time
From 12 noon
Cancellation policy
Pitch fees are non-refundable in the event of a cancellation. If we are able to re-let the pitch then as a goodwill gesture we will happily postpone the booking to an alternative date, subject to availability. We would strongly recommend travel insurance.
Please note that your deposit paid to Pitchup.com is non-refundable.
Payment of balance
Alpine Grove will send you an additional acknowledgement of your booking requesting payment of your balance within four weeks of arrival, or as soon as possible if your booking is for within four weeks.
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Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditionsCheck availability at Alpine Grove Touring Park…
Standard pitch without electric hook-up. Pitches can be in a secluded woodland area or more open grassy area (please specify your preference in the 'other details' box on the Pitchup.com booking form). If your tent fits in a 6m x 4m pitch there is no additional charge. If your tent ...
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Semi-serviced 10-amp electric hook-up pitch 6m x6m approximate size. Pitches are informal, in a very pretty woodland setting. Hardstanding or grass pitches available.
Max. persons: unlimited
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Max. persons: 5x
