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General
- Back-to-basics site right on the River Severn, in Gloucestershire
- Gloucester and Forest of Dean Cycle Centre 25 minutes’ drive
- Front-row seats for the Severn Bore; barbecues allowed
If you’ve heard of the Severn Bore and are keen to watch this tidal wave from a front-row seat, make your way to River Severn Bank Pop-up Campsite, in Gloucestershire. The vast riverfront site is secluded and remote (2.5 miles from the main road), and staying here will appeal to those seeking a peaceful wild camping experience.
Although you’ll be staying on a working farm, resident cows and sheep won’t be sharing your field, which means that dogs are welcome (so long as you keep them close and clean up after them). Take yourself and your canine buddy on a stroll along the river to Garden Cliff, where you might spot fossils of sea shells and shark’s teeth, plus gulls and newts. The Forest of Dean Cycle Centre (25 minutes’ drive) has bikes for hire and forested trails or, if you’re into angling, you can head to Elton Carp and Catfish Lakes (10 minutes).
On site, you can build your own fire. There is usually plenty of driftwood on the riverbank, but if you don’t want to take any chances, you can order logs, plus local meats and cheeses, before your arrival. If you fancy some traditional pub grub, The Lyon Inn is 2.5 miles away, and the nearest shop is in the village of Chaxhill, a five-minute drive away. The owners are on site and available for any queries you may have.
Please note there is no electricity on site, and no hot water. There is running water, though, and a composting toilet.
Open from 29/07/2023 to 26/08/2023
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
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Max. persons: 1 x
One Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 20.0m width x 20.0m depth (65.6ft width x 65.6ft depth) Calculated area: 400.0m² (4305.6ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Bring a gazebo
Max. persons: 8 x
One Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 20.0m width x 20.0m depth (65.6ft width x 65.6ft depth) Calculated area: 400.0m² (4305.6ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Reviews
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Level pitches, great location, friendly staff.
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Perfect for wildcamping and for the sunsets, moonrise and seven bore.
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Features
Coronavirus
Capacity reduced to increase social distancing
Check-in: contactless (in person)
Hand sanitising stations
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/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Local produce
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
D. of E. welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Rallies welcome
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Budget/backpacker
Forest
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
No hot water
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Farm
Pop-up campsite
Small (11-25 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Bus Station
— 7.6 miles
Merrywalks — 8.1 miles
Elmbridge Road — 8.9 miles
- Train stations
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Cam & Dursley Rail Station
— 5.9 miles
Stonehouse Rail Station — 5.9 miles
Gloucester Rail Station — 7.7 miles
- Ferry ports
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Sharpness Old Docks
— 6.7 miles
Lydney Harbour — 8.1 miles
Bristol Docks Ferry Landing — 24.7 miles
- Airports
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Gloucestershire Airport
— 11.6 miles
Local attractions
Local attractions and activities include:
- National Trust - Westbury Court Garden: five minutes’ drive
- Elton Giant Mazes and Activities Maze: 10 minutes
- RSPB Highnam Woods: 15 minutes
- Dean Heritage Centre: 15 minutes
- Dick Whittington Park (children’s activities and nature walks): 15 minutes
- Cyril Hart Arboretum: 20 minutes
- Gloucester (cathedral, National Waterways Museum, historic docks): 25 minutes
- Puzzlewood: half an hour.
Must see
- WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre (4.2 miles)
- Gloucester Waterways Museum (7.1 miles)
- Gloucester Quays (7.2 miles)
National Trust
- Westbury Court Garden (1.8 miles)
- Woodchester Park (7.8 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
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| Arrive: | Anytime – | Anytime |
| Depart by: | Anytime | |
River Severn Bank Pop-up Campsite cancellation policy
No refunds within 1 week of arrival date.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. River Severn Bank Pop-up Campsite will debit the balance from your card 2 weeks before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 2 weeks then the balance will be taken immediately.
You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.
Payment methods accepted on the park
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PayPal
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does River Severn Bank Pop-up Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is River Severn Bank Pop-up Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near River Severn Bank Pop-up Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - National Trust - Westbury Court Garden: five minutes’ drive - Elton Giant Mazes and Activities Maze: 10 minutes - RSPB Highnam Woods: 15 minutes - Dean … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of River Severn Bank Pop-up Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at River Severn Bank Pop-up Campsite? From £15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
Hi Belinda,
Thank you for your review. I was advised to park away from the tents. I have now changed this.
This is the first time we have opened a campsite, so all comments and reviews are vital to us, so we can help get it right.
Vehicles can now be taken & left beside tents.
Regarding the water. I will look into running extra pipe along closer to the campsite for next year. Hopefully though, people can drive to the water and fill up nice and easily.
I am sorry to see you won’t be staying with us again. Maybe now we have changed to parking beside your tent you may visit again.
Your photos are lovely!
Laura 🏕