Chesney Manor Campsite
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- Peaceful adults-only site in the grounds of an Oxfordshire manor house
- Blenheim Palace, Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon within 40 mins' drive
- Traditional thatched pub with meals five minutes' walk away
Site type
This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 2 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Units heavier than 6999 kg are not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu 23 Apr to
Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again

Very peaceful with lots of birdsong,…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Very peaceful with lots of birdsong, great views and a very welcoming owner. Nice pub in the village a short walk away.
Disliked Not really a dislike because we loved this site but we would have stayed longer if there had been a CDP
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Really nice quiet spot good sized…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Really nice quiet spot good sized pitch. The owner is a very nice guy
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3 days is the max. I could stay as the toilet in the van was full.
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Peaceful
Disliked No chemical disposal point. But I knew this before I came.
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Beautiful location. So peaceful.…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Beautiful location. So peaceful.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Set on the edge of the…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Set on the edge of the small village of Barford St. Michelle Oxfordshire is a hidden gem of a campsite. Wild camping -at the moment as no facilities - but great things are going to happen.
It is such an idyllic site. A moat surrounds the old manor house. With other large ponds dotted around. Plenty to see and do, otters in the ponds ducks, Moorhens dragonflies, swans and bats and deer. Plenty of rest and relaxation. If you don’t feel like cooking the village pub the George is five minutes walk up the road. It is definitely a place to go to and is going to be amazing with the new ideas the owner has.
Disliked Nothing superb quiet place.
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Beautiful and peaceful stay
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked We had a really lovely stay at this campsite. The location is beautiful — very peaceful, quiet, and surrounded by nature and a beautiful little lake and stream.The owner was also very friendly and welcoming, which made the stay even better.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Features
Dogs allowed
Adults only
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 WatersportsAmenities 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Chesney Manor Campsite
South Newington Road
Barford St Michael
Banbury
Oxfordshire
England
OX15 0RJ
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.99138°N
1.37398°W
Nearest transport
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
Must see
Blenheim Palace 10.4 mi
Chastleton House 11.6 mi
Compton Verney 14.6 mi
Stowe Landscape Gardens 15.4 mi
Silverstone Circuit 16.1 mi
National Trust
Farnborough Hall 10.4 mi
Chastleton House 11.6 mi
Canons Ashby 14.3 mi
Stowe Landscape Gardens 15.1 mi
Buckingham Chantry Chapel 16.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Hempton - Nether Worton - Barford St Michael 1 mi
South Newington - Wigginton 1.5 mi
South Newington Circular 1.5 mi
Milcombe - South Newington - Barford St Michael 1.7 mi
Over Worton - Duns Tew 2.2 mi
Local events
- Fairport's Cropredy Convention (Thursday, 13 August 2026 – Thursday, 13 August 2026)
Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire 8.9 mi
- Blenheim Palace Flower Show (Friday, 19 June 2026 – Friday, 19 June 2026)
Woodstock, Oxfordshire 10 mi
- Wilderness Festival (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)
Oxford, Oxfordshire 10.3 mi
- Formula 1 British Grand Prix (Thursday, 2 July 2026 – Thursday, 2 July 2026)
Silverstone, Northamptonshire 16.3 mi
- Cheltenham Festival (Tuesday, 16 March 2027 – Tuesday, 16 March 2027)
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire 30 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 Chesney Manor Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Chesney Manor Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Chesney Manor Campsite? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Broughton Castle: 15 minutes’ drive - Hook Norton Brewery: 15 minutes - National Trust - Upton House and Gardens: 20 minutes - Cotswolds Distillery Visitor Centre: … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Chesney Manor Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Chesney Manor Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.
