Hornblotton Farm
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Add your business details- Quiet working farm in the Somerset countryside
- Free range meat for breakfast or BBQ direct from the farm
- Dogs and fires welcome
Hornblotton Farm is a 50-acre working farm specialising in rare breeds of sheep, pigs, chickens and ducks - all with the full support of working border collies and farm cats.
If you're expecting luxury accommodation, this may not be your ideal choice! But if you're after a laid-back off-grid holiday, the chance to build your own campfire, feed the animals (if you fancy) and generally experience life on a real working farm, then this is the right place to come.
This is 100% a working farm run by Faye, the owner (who we’re sure you’ll see out and about working hard during your stay) - there is a camping area but it is not a dedicated campsite.
Due to the animals calling round the clock, Faye may not be there to greet you upon arrival, but feel free to set up camp (as directed on your confirmation email). A warm welcome is what you’ll find at Hornblotton Farm - along with plenty of animals for children (and big kids) to meet.
The site can supply hungry guests with delicious bacon, sausages and eggs for breakfasts or burgers for barbecues, all direct from the farm. You can even order half a pig or sheep to take home with you, all butchered to your requirements (subject to availability).
Well-behaved pooches are welcome on site, and if you fancy something a little different, Faye is a professional dog trainer and will share her knowledge with you during agility training classes for all levels (please arrange prior to arrival).
We have no clubhouse, no bar, no washing-up facilities, no launderette and currently no showers. But what is offered is good old-fashioned back-to-basics camping, the use of a clean but basic toilet and wash block, some limited wifi (remember, this is a very rural site!); and, moreover, plenty of outdoor space to explore and lots of animals to interact with, all in a relaxed atmosphere. Just don’t forget your wellies!
Please note the site can be a little tricky to find as the whole village has one postcode. Please use the directions provided as satnavs won’t take you direct to the farm.
Site type
5Languages spoken
English
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Features
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 Car parking by pitch/unit 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 Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Gastronomic delight Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal 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
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitchesLocation
Hornblotton Farm
Hornblotton
Shepton Mallet
Somerset
England
BA4 6SF
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.09422°N
-2.58445°W
Route directions
By car
If you are using a satnav, please type in BA4 6SF. The whole village has the same postcode so that will drop you outside Orchard Park Farm. If the Orchard Park Farm is on your right-hand side, keep going. We are the second entrance on the right, directly opposite to the Rectory Farm. If you end up with Orchard Park Farm on your left, turn around.
From Shepton Mallet
Take the A37 towards Yeovil. Approximately 7.5 miles south of Shepton Mallet, take the left turn signposted Hornblotton at Four Foot crossroads. Follow the road for approximately 0.4 miles and find Hornblotton Farm on the right-hand side.
Please note
Faye may be away from the farm when you arrive. If you do arrive and she is not there, please pitch your tent on the right-hand side (anywhere you like) between the entrance gate and the second set of gates by the bungalow. The toilet block is through the farmyard around the end of the barn. It is a separate Portakabin with steps going up to the door. There are loose animals with access to this area so please just be aware of them as you go through. They are very friendly.
Nearest transport
Coach
6.8 mi Town Hall
6.9 mi Glastonbury Town Hall
6.9 mi Rectory Road
Rail
2.7 mi Castle Cary Rail Station
6.1 mi Bruton Rail Station
9.7 mi Templecombe Rail Station
Ferry
18 mi Bridgwater Ferry Terminal
24.4 mi The Cottage Ferry Landing
24.4 mi Nova Scotia Ferry Landing
Airport
20.9 mi Bristol International 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
We have two excellent pubs within easy walking distance and the farm is just off the Monarch's Way walking path.
A short drive gets you to the historic city of Wells, Glastonbury with its Abbey, Rural Life Museum,and Street Outlet Village for the shopaholics. The small market town of Castle Cary with its regular Tuesday market is only three miles away.
There are many bridleways, footpaths and cycleways nearby.
We're also linked with a local outdoors company who offer climbing and caving in the area for full or half days.
There is something for everyone to enjoy here.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berrow North Of Unity Farm | 22.8 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Weston-Super-Mare Uphill Slipway | 23.7 mi | Estuary | Poor | Poor | N/A | Poor |
| Brean | 24.2 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Weston Main | 24.3 mi | Estuary | Poor | N/A | Poor | N/A |
| Weston-Super-Mare Sand Bay | 24.9 mi | Estuary | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Haynes International Motor Museum 3.8 mi
Fleet Air Arm Museum 6 mi
Glastonbury Tor 6.1 mi
Glastonbury Abbey 6.8 mi
Clarks Village 7.2 mi
National Trust
West Pennard Court Barn 3.8 mi
Lytes Cary Manor 5.6 mi
Tintinhull Garden 10 mi
Stembridge Tower Mill 10.4 mi
Priest's House 11.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Baltonsborough - West Lydford - Southwood - Baltonsborough 3.3 mi
HAZLEGROVE HOUSE 4.1 mi
Cadbury Castle - Beacon Hill - Corton Denham - Cadbury Castle 5.4 mi
LYTES CARTY 5.4 mi
REDLYNCH PARK 6.7 mi
Local events
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Thursday 8 August 2024 – Thursday 8 August 2024)
Bristol, Greater Bristol 24.4 mi
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 7 September 2024 – Saturday 7 September 2024)
Dorchester, Dorset 26.6 mi
- Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival and Rally (Friday 19 July 2024 – Friday 19 July 2024)
Dorchester, Dorset 26.9 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 Hornblotton Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Hornblotton Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Hornblotton Farm? We have two excellent pubs within easy walking distance and the farm is just off the Monarch's Way walking path. A short drive gets you to the historic city of Wells, Glastonbury … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Hornblotton Farm?
Camping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Arrivals and departures outside these times can normally be accommodated if needed.
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