Thames Head Wharf

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Camping area with comfy chairs to relax in
Camping area with comfy chairs to relax in
Tent pitches
Tent pitches
Grass pitch area
Next to the end/beginning of the thames path
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Grass tent area
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Tent pitches
Tent pitches
Grass pitch area

  • Tiny site in the gardens of a historic Gloucestershire cottage
  • On the edge of the Cotswolds, 15 mins' drive from Westonbirt arboretum
  • Peaceful lawned camping spot and picnic area
A private peaceful camping spot on the lawns of Thames Head Wharf, an historical canal building dating from 1784. A beautiful countryside location, perfect for star gazing. Common area facilities include: Toilet Wash basin Fresh water point Fridge Phone/torch charging points Tea/coffee making facilities Use of BBQ (bring your own charcoal)

Site type

Tent pitches 2
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Languages spoken

English

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs
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Features

No dogs allowed

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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Level site, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Thames Head Wharf

Tetbury Road

Cirencester

Gloucestershire

England

GL7 6NZ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.69055°N
2.02187°W

Nearest transport

Coach
3.2 mi Beeches Car Park
6.2 mi Dark Lane
6.2 mi Dark Lane
Rail
0.9 mi Kemble Rail Station
9.3 mi Stroud (Glos) Rail Station
11.7 mi Stonehouse Rail Station
Ferry
19.9 mi Sharpness Old Docks
20.9 mi Lydney Harbour
29.2 mi Temple Meads Station Ferry Landing
Airport
15.1 mi Gloucestershire Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Source of the Thames: five minutes’ walk - Cotswold Sculpture Park: 10 minutes' drive - The Cotswold Range (archery and shooting): 10 minutes - Cotswold Water Park: 15 minutes - Chavenage House: 15 minutes - Westonbirt, The National Arboretum: 15 minutes - Cerney House Gardens: 15 minutes - Highgrove House: 15 minutes - Woodchester Valley Vineyard: 25 minutes - Bourton-on-the-Water: half an hour.

Must see

Westonbirt, The National Arboretum 10.2 mi

Painswick Rococo Garden 10.4 mi

STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway 13.1 mi

Gloucester Quays 15.4 mi

Gloucester Waterways Museum 15.4 mi

National Trust

Chedworth Roman Villa 10 mi

Woodchester Park 11 mi

Lodge Park and Sherborne Estate 12.8 mi

Newark Park 13 mi

Heelis 13 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Cirencester - Monarch's Way - Source of the Thames - Thames Path - Ewen - Chesterton 2 mi

CIRENCESTER PARK 2.3 mi

Rodmarton - Tarlton - Rodmarton 2.7 mi

RODMARTON MANOR 2.8 mi

Cirencester to Chedworth via MacMillan Way 2.9 mi

Local events

  • Cheltenham Festival (Tuesday, 16 March 2027 – Tuesday, 16 March 2027)

    Cheltenham, Gloucestershire 15.9 mi

  • Wilderness Festival (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)

    Oxford, Oxfordshire 25.5 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Thames Head Wharf have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Thames Head Wharf dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Thames Head Wharf? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Source of the Thames: five minutes’ walk - Cotswold Sculpture Park: 10 minutes' drive - The Cotswold Range (archery and shooting): 10 minutes - Cotswold Water … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Thames Head Wharf?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Thames Head Wharf? From £30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.