Cheney Manor Campsite

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Aerial view of parkland and house, with camping field in the distance
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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
A smart manor house stay, but on a budget? That’s what’s on offer at Cheney Manor Campsite, on the edge of the tiny Oxfordshire village of Barford St Michael. As the name implies, here you’ll be staying in the fabulous grounds of a country manor house – and one with a history that dates all the way back to its mention in the Domesday Book, no less. The estate spreads out over 22 acres, with parkland and medieval lakes around the moated manor house itself. It’s a peaceful setting indeed, set off a country lane where you’re more likely to encounter horses than passing vehicles. There are several walks and footpaths through and around the estate for those who’d like to explore on foot and look out for wildlife – deer, herons and swans are among the residents here. Keeping that rural atmosphere nicely serene is the fact that this is an adults-only site – and one with plenty of space for all guests to relax and make the most of the setting without any feeling of being crowded in. Despite the grand surroundings it’s a very simple setup on site, so please note that there are no guest toilets or showers. You’re welcome to bring your barbecue along for some outdoor cooking – perhaps picking up local produce at the indie shops or market in Deddington, five minutes’ drive away. For those who’d rather eat out, there’s a lovely thatched pub five minutes’ walk away serving breakfast, lunch and dinner – and several more pubs dotted around the local countryside and villages.

Site type

Touring caravan pitches 36
Tent pitches 36
Motorhome pitches 36
Opens 1 May
Please note
  • 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 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 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.
  • Units heavier than 5000 kg are 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.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 1 May to

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Features

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 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

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Lake and/or mountain 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 Nearby farmers' market

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Cheney 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
5.2 mi Bus Station
11.2 mi Caversfield Turn
11.4 mi Manorsfield Road
Rail
4.5 mi Kings Sutton Rail Station
5.1 mi Banbury Rail Station
5.9 mi Heyford Rail Station
Airport
11.3 mi London Oxford Airport
26.4 mi Coventry 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: - Broughton Castle: 15 minutes’ drive - Hook Norton Brewery: 15 minutes - National Trust - Upton House and Gardens: 20 minutes - Cotswolds Distillery Visitor Centre: 20 minutes - Blenheim Palace: 25 minutes - Diddly Squat Farm Shop: 25 minutes - Daylesford Farm Shop: 25 minutes - Sulgrave Manor: 35 minutes - Oxford: 40 minutes - Stratford-upon-Avon: 40 minutes.

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 Cheney Manor Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Cheney Manor Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Cheney 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 Cheney Manor Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Cheney Manor Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.