Batcombe Vale Campsite
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- Adults-only Somerset retreat with dark skies, wildlife and views
- Spacious pitches, peaceful setting, dog-friendly and rural seclusion
- Eco-friendly site with fire pits, free hot showers, free tea & coffee
Site type
- Guests under the age of 16 are not allowed on site.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- 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) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- 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.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- No electric barbecues 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
French
German
Italian
Open from Fri 19 Jun to
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Features
Dogs allowed
Adults only
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 Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table 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 yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Batcombe Vale Campsite
Batcombe
Batcombe
Shepton Mallet
Somerset
England
BA4 6BW
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.13898°N
2.45587°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berrow North Of Unity Farm | 26.2 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Weston-Super-Mare Uphill Slipway | 26.4 mi | Estuary | Poor | Poor | N/A | Poor |
| Weston Main | 26.8 mi | Estuary | Poor | N/A | Poor | N/A |
| Weston-Super-Mare Sand Bay | 27 mi | Estuary | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Brean | 27.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Stourhead House and Garden 6.3 mi
Haynes International Motor Museum 8.1 mi
Longleat 8.4 mi
Wells Cathedral 9.6 mi
Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve 10.3 mi
National Trust
Stourhead 6.3 mi
West Pennard Court Barn 8.4 mi
Lytes Cary Manor 11.8 mi
Westwood Manor 15.4 mi
Tintinhull Garden 15.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
REDLYNCH PARK 3.5 mi
STOURHEAD 5.5 mi
THE CHANTRY 5.9 mi
Stourton - Leland Trail - Macmillan Way - Stourton 6.5 mi
MARSTON HOUSE 6.6 mi
Local events
- Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday, 23 June 2027 – Wednesday, 23 June 2027)
Glastonbury, Somerset 5.8 mi
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday, 7 August 2026 – Friday, 7 August 2026)
Bristol, Greater Bristol 23 mi
- Summer Solstice at Stonehenge (Sunday, 21 June 2026 – Sunday, 21 June 2026)
Salisbury, Wiltshire 27.4 mi
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, 5 September 2026 – Saturday, 5 September 2026)
Dorchester, Dorset 28.8 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 Batcombe Vale Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Batcombe Vale Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Batcombe Vale Campsite? Tucked into rolling countryside yet just minutes from Bruton, this is a stay that balances total peace with foodie heaven, culture, and places to explore. Step straight onto a network of footpaths … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Batcombe Vale Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m.