Ridgeway View Campsite

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Visitor image of the views
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The campsite margins and view of the chiltern hills photo by hayley worsfold
Map & directions
Morning view
Standard 9 x 12 metre pitches
Tent pitch with our campfire kit!
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Visitor image of the sunset
Visitor image of the sunset from the field
The campsite margins and view of the chiltern hills photo by hayley worsfold

  • Peaceful rural site with panoramic views of the Chiltern Hills
  • On the Ridgeway Trail, less than 30 minutes from Oxford and Reading
  • Dog-friendly site; campfires permitted, with wood for sale
Disconnect from the world and plug in to nature at Ridgeway View Campsite, a spacious, back-to-basics site under 30 minutes by car from both Oxford and Reading. Generous pitches here are surrounded by Oxfordshire wheatfields with the Chiltern Hills beyond. This quiet site takes its name from the ancient trackway it backs onto. Now one of the UK’s popular National Trails, the Ridgeway 87-mile route is known as ‘Britain’s oldest road’ – walk here to follow in the footsteps of 5,000 years' worth of travellers. Less than a mile away, visitors can link up with the wildlife-rich Thames Path too. Also within walking distance (just far enough to build up an appetite for lunch) are several great pubs – plot your routes to take in the hostelries in Crowmarsh Gifford or Hailey. Something a bit more active in mind (or need to get some stress out)? Book a session at Ridgeway View's own axe-throwing range, which is a 15-minute drive away from the site. For stocking up on essentials, taking tea and cake or pottering around the shops, pop to the historic market town of Wallingford (five minutes’ drive), where you should also seek out the blue plaque for famed novelist Agatha Christie (British TV watchers may also recognise the area as the setting for Midsomer Murders). Half an hour’s drive to the north brings you to Oxford, and the same distance south is Reading. Guests have access to just a few back-to-basics facilities, including portable toilets, three cold-water showers and one gas-heated shower. Barbecues and campfires are permitted if raised off the ground – firewood is available to buy, and cooking slabs can be hired. Considerate dog owners are welcome, and there’s plenty of space nearby for the canines to stretch their legs. On the farm, there’s a no-noise policy at night past 10.30pm, so that everyone can enjoy a bit of rural peace.

Site type

Tent pitches 60
Open now
Opens 17 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 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).
  • Group bookings of 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Facilities/activities including campfires and blocks are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

Dutch

English

French

Open from Thu, 17 Apr to

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Reviews

9.2

Overall rating from 480 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

95% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

This back-to-basics campsite offers vast open spaces, stunning countryside views, and direct access to the Ridgeway. Visitors praise the peace, quiet, and friendly staff. Facilities are basic but generally clean, with portaloos and cold showers. While ideal for those seeking tranquility and nature, some noted the exposed location can be windy and the basic facilities might not suit everyone. The site is well-located for exploring local towns and walking routes.

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Neil F.

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Peaceful

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks Neil, hope to see you again :)

Perfect for an impromptu night away…

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Laura J.

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Perfect for an impromptu night away in our camper. Very easy check in and loads of space on site. Calm vibe and the kids loved running around safely. We were also treated to an amazing sunset!

Disliked The portaloos weren't too clean but didn't bother us for one night.

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We really enjoyed our stay!

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Nick M.

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Views, price, simplicity of booking, cycle to Wallingford, space.

Disliked Smell of toilets

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks Nick, glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again :)

Excellent back to basics campsite with beautiful views & lots of space

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David H.

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Views
Space
Back to basics

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks David, hope to see you again :)

Views were fantastic, the fire pits…

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Bex K.

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Views were fantastic, the fire pits and logs
They had a pizza van and mentioned yoga
Check in very easy
Pick your own pitch is great

Disliked Facilities were basic, as expected, hot showers and proper toilet blocks would make this site perfect

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi Bek, the hot shower was actually up and running while you were there!

Excellent staff and site with extremely level pitches.

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Sophie S.

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked The campsite was stunning, it was very pretty and tranquil with lots of lovely walks around the campsite. The check in process was really easy and the staff where super lovely when they introduced themselves in the evening. We would return if the toilets where nicer.

Disliked We understood the loos where portaloos before we arrived but they where not very well maintained and stank during our stay and where blocked. It could do with some maintenance around them due to the amount of weeds as well as in the showers.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi Sophie, thanks for the review.
The strimming maintenance is indeed planned for this week but you are right to point it out. We'd noticed a problem with some of the toilets and made sure the ones that were affected were closed in good time.
We do hope to see you again in the future :)

Great location. Friendly staff.

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Anonymous

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Liked Well maintained site, easy check-in by text. Plenty of logs available and fire pits if needed. Clean portaloos, showers and washing up facilities. Great location for some beautiful walks. Will d

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for the great review. Glad you had a good time and we look forward to seeing you again :)

This was our third year camping at Ridgeway. Will be back next year!

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Erika S.

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Scenery. Layout. Easy to arrive and leave. Pizza tent. Yoga. Walking. Sunset. Clear skies.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Good to see you again Erika, glad you had a good time.
Was it all of the loos that didn’t flush well? We are aware of one that’s a bit sticky.

Perfect to kick back and watch the the stars with a fire.

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Jamie C.

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Awesome open space, yoga and pizza on a Saturday. fire wood available.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Was spacious and level, good views

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Richard H.

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Great views and lots and lots of space.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks Richard, hope to see you again :)

Features

Portable toilet

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

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly 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 Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Ridgeway View Campsite

Sheepcote Farm

Wallingford

Oxfordshire

England

OX10 8BP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.58403°N
1.09606°W

Route directions

Turn off the A4074, go up past the houses, continue up the hill, through the fields and the campsite is located up in front in the wheatfield.

Nearest transport

Coach
8.3 mi Lewknor Turn M40 J6
9.9 mi Calcot Sainsbury's
12.9 mi Thornhill Park and Ride
Rail
2.8 mi Cholsey Rail Station
4.6 mi Goring & Streatley Rail Station
6.6 mi Didcot Parkway Rail Station
Airport
19.5 mi London Oxford Airport
27.3 mi London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
28.5 mi London Heathrow Airport Terminal 3

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

On a summer’s evening, there’s nothing quite like messing about on the river – hire a boat nearby at Wallingford Bridge or Benson Waterfront (both five minutes' drive). Sipping a glass of wine comes a close second, so Brightwell Vineyard (10 minutes) could be a good shout too. For wildlife enthusiasts, Cholsey Marsh Nature Reserve is 10 minutes away by car or a pleasant hour’s walk taking in the Thames Path along the river. And children (and quite possibly grownups) are bound to love a visit to Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary (15 minutes’ drive). To get the blood pumping, you could brave the local skydiving (five minutes) and watersports (15 minutes) centres.

Must see

Didcot Railway Centre 6.6 mi

West Wycombe Park 10.5 mi

University of Oxford Botanic Garden 13.3 mi

Christ Church Cathedral 13.3 mi

Modern Art Oxford 13.4 mi

National Trust

Basildon Park 6 mi

Greys Court 6.6 mi

Priory Cottages 10.2 mi

West Wycombe Park 13.1 mi

Long Crendon Courthouse 14 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

FAIRMILE HOSPITAL 2 mi

Cholsey - Blewbury - Ridgeway - Goring 2.8 mi

Shillingford Bridge Hotel - Brightwell-cum-Sotwell 3.3 mi

Shillingford - Benson Lock - Wallingford 3.4 mi

Shillingford - Dorchester - Warborough 3.4 mi

Local events

  • Farnborough International Airshow (Monday 20 July 2026 – Monday 20 July 2026)

    Farnborough, Hampshire 25.9 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 Ridgeway View Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Ridgeway View Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Ridgeway View Campsite? On a summer’s evening, there’s nothing quite like messing about on the river – hire a boat nearby at Wallingford Bridge or Benson Waterfront (both five minutes' drive). Sipping a glass of … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Ridgeway View Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Ridgeway View Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.