The Batch Campsite
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- Small and friendly site at the top of the Mendip Hills
- Within walking distance of several pubs; Cheddar 10 minutes' drive
- Surrounded by woodland: look out for deer, badgers, foxes and buzzards
Site type
6
2
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).- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri 27 Mar to
Reviews
96% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a tranquil, back-to-basics campsite with splendid views and a friendly, helpful owner. Facilities are generally clean and well-maintained, including showers and toilets, with a social area available. Campfires are permitted and fire pits are provided. While some guests noted the rugged access track and a preference for car-free pitches, the secluded, natural setting and proximity to local pubs and walks are highly praised. Manager replies indicate that the "almost wild camping" nature of the site, including un-mowed areas and portaloos, is advertised and the track is mentioned.
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Last updated 14/07/2026
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From the first day spent here,…
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Liked From the first day spent here, I knew that I will be returning to this campsite in the future. The host, Tim, is so friendly, accomodating, and eager to share about the wildlife and history of the surrounding area! He also made sure every visitor had what they needed and were settled, quick to hunt down any small tool that may be needed. The facilities were always clean and well stocked, and the showers were hot with a pleasant water pressure. The kitchen area provides a place to wash up, drinking water, refridgeration, a freezer, and maps for the local area.
The site itself is idyllic; I was greeted with a gorgeous wildflower bank absolutely buzzing with bees and butterflies skipping all over the place. I also saw buzzards and kestrels flying overhead during my stay, and a Roe deer with her fawn one early morning in the orchard - my favourite spot to hide from the peak of the heat! The campfield is bordered with woodland, offering privacy, but also opens up over the valley, perfect for watching the sunset and stargazing. The chickens in the orchard are curious and friendly, I very much enjoyed popping down to see them, and appreciated their fresh eggs for breakfast in the morning.
For walkers, there are many footpaths and public bridleways straight off the path from the Batch, surrounded by a delightful mix of farm and woodland that I thoroughly enjoyed exploring. Dolebury warren is also about a 20 minute walk away, and is a gorgeous nature reserve with stunning views over Somerset!
I felt so welcomed and at peace during my time here and cannot wait to visit again and explore the area even further!
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Wonderful stay
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Liked Clean showers and toilet block.
Secluded site
Friendly owner
Fires allowed and fire pits on site
Disliked The approach road is very uneven
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Lovely campsite
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Liked Lovely small campsite with nice facilities and very friendly owner! Very easy to get to by public transport. Will definitely be back!
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A fantastic little site will definitely be back!
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Liked What a fabulous campsite!
Tim was so helpful and obviously takes great pride in his site, without imposing. Perfect balance.
Facilties (loos, shower and kitchen) were clean and didn't have to queue, even when site was fully booked.
I'd recommend ordering a breakfast : all local produce and delicious.
Local pubs within easy walking distance (The Crown was amazing) and evening meal at Star was good.
So many great walks from the Batch.
Disliked Nothing
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Very good service , very quiet…
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Liked Very good service , very quiet and private place , definitely look forward to come there again !
Disliked None 🤷
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A really relaxed quiet camp site with good views.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked The location was lovely having splendid views and being in a small area surrounded on three sides by trees. However to get there you needed to drive up a rugged track. I decided not to and parked at the bottom and walked up carrying my rucksack. Others did drive up.
The facilities are excellent and there is also a sort of social area where you could make a brew and have a chat.
Disliked The pub at the bottom of the hill does not do food in the evening but there are several pubs within walking distance.
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Lovely owners, lots to do nearby.…
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Liked Lovely owners, lots to do nearby. Great views and we loved the fire pits :) Wish we could have seen the deer!
Disliked Parking can be a bit tricky if it’s busy and very bumpy road up.
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Liked The tucked away setting
Disliked The pitch area was un-mowed and the kitchen was dirty
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From the manager: We are so sorry you didn't enjoy your stay. i know you only booked last minute for one night but we do like to make every stay enjoyable. You did book what is heavily advertised as an "Almost Wild Camping" pitch The pitches are not mowed at this time of year(I suspect you're not familiar with "no mow May") to encourage a diversity of plant and insect life. On the other hand the kitchen sink area I think you are referring to was checked shortly before you arrived in the evening. Given you left early in the morning it was checked and cleaned shortly after you left. As you know we encourage campers to keep this area clean , but we will endeavour to ensure the area is checked late evening as well. If you would like a refund do not hesitate to contact us asap or we can offer you free camping on a return visit. Thank you for your honest and frank review.
Tim
Perfect for a quite weekend stay
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Liked Host was super welcoming and was able to recommend places to go whilst we were at the site, quite on the site but beautiful views and our own little fire pit, would definitely recommend going and I will be back
Disliked N/A
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Spacious pitches quiet Relaxed atmosphere with…
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Liked Spacious pitches quiet Relaxed atmosphere with great views. Good facilities
Disliked Nothing
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Features
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Portable toilet
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious showerNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
The Batch Campsite
Wood View
Churchill
Cheddar
Somerset
England
BS25 5PP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.32854°N
2.79951°W
Route directions
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston-Super-Mare Sand Bay | 7.6 mi | Estuary | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Weston Main | 8 mi | Estuary | Poor | N/A | Poor | N/A |
| Clevedon Beach | 8.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Weston-Super-Mare Uphill Slipway | 8.2 mi | Estuary | Poor | Poor | N/A | Poor |
| Brean | 9.2 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Cheddar Caves & Gorge 3.5 mi
Wookey Hole Caves & Papermill 8.9 mi
Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve 9.6 mi
Wells Cathedral 10.5 mi
Brunel's ss Great Britain 11.7 mi
National Trust
King John's Hunting Lodge 3 mi
Clevedon Court 7.8 mi
Tyntesfield 8.5 mi
Westbury College Gatehouse 13.9 mi
Blaise Hamlet 14.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Winscombe 1.7 mi
Winscombe - Barton - Crook Peak - Wavering Down - Winscombe 1.8 mi
Burrington Combe - Rowberrow - Dolebury 2 mi
Burrington Combe - Black Down - Rowberrow - Dolebury 2 mi
Congresbury 3 mi
Local events
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday, 7 August 2026 – Friday, 7 August 2026)
Bristol, Greater Bristol 9.7 mi
- Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday, 23 June 2027 – Wednesday, 23 June 2027)
Glastonbury, Somerset 14.9 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.
Offers
20% off
–Min. stay 3 nights
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Batch Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Batch Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Batch Campsite? The small farm of The Batch Campsite is between a National Trust woodland and a Bronze Age settlement: you might already have heard that this part of Somerset is fairly historic… Cheese, … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Batch Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: Anytime On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Batch Campsite? From £24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.