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
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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).
- Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
- Single-sex bookings of 2 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- 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
Adults only
Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a quiet, idyllic campsite with beautiful natural surroundings, abundant wildlife, and welcoming owners. Guests appreciate the tranquility, stargazing opportunities, and proximity to a highly-rated local pub. While currently offering wild camping with limited facilities, future plans for expansion are anticipated. Some minor issues with field levelling and access were noted, and the lack of a chemical disposal point was mentioned by some.
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Last updated 14/07/2026
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Great location, quite site. Will revisit once owner put own mark on it
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Quite site. Location beautiful. Owners had just moved onto the Manor and are looking to improve the campsite in the near future. Look forward to revisiting once completed.
Disliked Ground a little uneven. Grass needed cutting . But great for a stop over. Will use again for sure
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Lovely and peaceful
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Easy to contact owners on arrival. Quietness to enjoy the beautiful surroundings, only 2 Motorhomes, 1 was ours, dark night sky so no lights or music just tranquility and the wildlife, would certainly return
Disliked Some areas of field you will need levelling chock ramps
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Lovely stay in minimalist surroundings
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Anonymous Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Tranquility
Disliked Difficult access
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Beautiful site, almost all to ourselves…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Beautiful site, almost all to ourselves while they're offering wild camping only. We used the facilities at the pub at 5 mins walk... this will be even more amazing once they get facilities organised
Disliked no facilities.
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Excellent place to stay for quiet weekend
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Very quiet location .easy access to the local pub.The George Inn which had excellent food and service.Owner of the campsite was friendly and helpful.Over all an excellent place to stay if you want a quiet weekend away.
Disliked Not a lot to dislike.It was as advertised.They plan to expand the services provided which should enhance it when they do.
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An idyllic spot ...extremely quiet, amazing…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked An idyllic spot ...extremely quiet, amazing wild life and very very welcoming owners.
At the moment just wild camping but future plans will turn it into a little gem of a camp site.
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Friendly host who made us feel welcome
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Non-electric grass pitch
Liked It was too wet in the field for the motorhome but Jack let us park near a shed on the hard driveway.
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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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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
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.99138°N
1.37398°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
- Wilderness Festival (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)
Oxford, Oxfordshire 10.3 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.