Ridgeway View Campsite

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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 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 and cold-water showers. 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.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 17 Apr to

Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 414 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, level pitches in a beautiful, peaceful location with stunning countryside views and easy access to the Ridgeway path. Guests praised the cleanliness of portaloos and showers, the ample space, and the excellent value for money. Fire pits are available for hire, and nearby walks are plentiful. While some noted the lack of hot water and shade, the site is highly recommended for a relaxed, natural camping experience.

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Easy check in/out process. Peaceful site and plenty of space. Pizza company…

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Anonymous

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Liked Easy check in/out process. Peaceful site and plenty of space. Pizza company on site from 5.30pm (certain dates) - great idea. Friendly owners

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great back to basics site, everything you need, nothing you don't.

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Anonymous

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Liked Pitch where you like, huge flat field, loads of clean portaloos. Didn't use the open air cold showers but they looked fine. Pizza man on a Saturday was a nice touch. Easy access to the ridgeway for walks.

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Peaceful, back-to-basics. All you need for a relaxing, no-fuss stay.

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Anonymous

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Liked What’s not to like?

This was our second stay at Ridgeway View. Its tranquil, calming nature drew us back once again. Pitch up, sit back, crack open a beer, and relax at this back-to-basics campsite.

There’s plenty of space for football and frisbee with the children, making it perfect for families.

The portaloos are clean and spacious, and there are cold showers and running water — everything you need to keep things simple and stress-free.

We’ll be back, again and again — without a doubt.

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Very large, spacious and level field. Great views and direct access to…

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Mark J.

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Liked Very large, spacious and level field. Great views and direct access to footpaths.

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Great location and campsite, I can highly recommend. From before arrival,checking in and…

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Daniel S.

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Liked Great location and campsite, I can highly recommend.
From before arrival,checking in and leaving, Ridgeway was easy, informative and relaxed. Facilities are great for a get away from it all , and having the cold showers in the 30°C heat was bliss. I can highly recommend, the campsite is only a few miles walk from Wallingford and easy reach of the Ridgeway path and Thames path

Disliked Nothing

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Angie W.

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Liked It was just as advertised. It was well maintained with noticeable attention by staff. I liked the little text messages which updated advice. Excellent value for money.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you Angie, come and stay again soon :)

Very good site, clean facilities, Can get taxis. lots of wildlife!

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Anonymous

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Liked Loved it all, massive site, bins were emptied twice a day, toilets were clean and checked twice a day. We got a taxi from the site to the town which was very good considering how remote it is. Kept us up to date regarding camp fires and refunded the money within our stay! as it was far to dry and hot for fires

Disliked The only down side is there 0 shade. The nearest shade is within tree lines

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From the manager: Thanks for staying with us, glad you enjoyed your time here :)

Just a wonderful place!

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Gareth L.

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Liked A beautiful back to basics site. Such a tranquil location. Guys on site were brilliant. Full of local knowledge and friendly.
Bonus was a lovely 30 minute countryside walk to the Woodcote Steam Rally. Highly recommend this campsite to people for future steam rallies.

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From the manager: We think it's a wonderful place too, thanks Gareth!

The shower and toilets facilities were good. The campsite is very…

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Anonymous

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Liked The shower and toilets facilities were good. The campsite is very peaceful and we really liked how close your are too access many walking trails.

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: We really are lucky to have those walks aren't we! Glad you enjoyed your stay folks :)

Our 2nd visit. Lovely flat field. Quiet and peaceful. Good location -…

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Jackie CS Y.

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Liked Our 2nd visit. Lovely flat field. Quiet and peaceful. Good location - 20 mins to Henley and a short drive to Wallingford.

Disliked None. Although perhaps add a couple of portaloos and showers at the far end of the field?

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks Jackie, good to have you back :) See you soon we hope!

Features

Portable toilet

Dogs allowed

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 No hot water 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

  • Rewind South (Friday 15 August 2025 – Friday 15 August 2025)

    Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire 9.1 mi

  • Reading Festival (Thursday 21 August 2025 – Thursday 21 August 2025)

    Reading, Berkshire 9.6 mi

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

    Farnborough, Hampshire 25.9 mi

  • CarFest (Friday 22 August 2025 – Friday 22 August 2025)

    Basingstoke, Hampshire 26.2 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.

Nearest sites

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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.