Quantock Camping
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Add your business details- Family-run site in landscaped grounds on the edge of the Quantocks
- A 20-minute drive from the Somerset coast; a mile from a local pub
- Woodland walk, dedicated barbecue area and far-reaching rural views
Quantock Camping is a small site set over lovingly landscaped grounds on the edge of the Quantock Hills, which are accessible by road or a scenic footpath. This family-run spot is just off the A358, making it a prime position from which to set out on jaunts around Coleridge and Wordsworth country, visit National Trust properties or go fossil hunting along the splendid Somerset coast.
It’s also worth taking some time to recharge on site, as this is something of a wildlife haven – a blend of wilder areas that have been left to nature and well-tended gardens that have been festooned with insect-friendly flora, including a bee-friendly garden. Woodpeckers, hedgehogs and a kingfisher are among the resident wildlife on site; at night non-essential lights are turned off for their benefit, and for guests to enjoy the star-filled skies. The onsite woodland walk is also on hand for dogs (and humans) to take a leisurely stroll around the grounds.
Day-to-day necessities are sorted, with hot showers (including private outdoor showers that have proved a big hit), toilets and a washing-up area. Complimentary firepits and barbecues are also provided, plus the site has a barbecue hut with outdoor furniture, making planning an outdoor dinner easy (and highly recommended, given the gorgeous country views).
If you’d like to sample some local Quantock ale, dog-friendly pubs are close by, including the one in the local village, which is a 20-minute stroll away via a footpath with stunning views. For supermarkets, shops and other amenities, head to Bishops Lydeard (five minutes’ drive) or Taunton, the county town (15 minutes).
Please note that while children are welcome, there are no dedicated children’s activities or amenities on site, as Quantock Camping is more suited for those wishing to experience all that the natural surroundings have to offer.
Site type
3
1Languages 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 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 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 Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal 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
Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitchesLocation
Quantock Camping
Lower Toollands
West Bagborough
Taunton
Somerset
England
TA4 3EP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.08664°N
3.20422°W
Nearest transport
Coach6.5 mi Bus Station
7.5 mi Post Office
7.5 mi Post Office
Rail2.3 mi Bishop's Lydeard
6.2 mi Taunton Rail Station
9.7 mi Bridgwater Rail Station
Ferry10 mi Bridgwater Ferry Terminal
14.6 mi Minehead Harbour
20.5 mi Weston-super-Mare Knightstone Harbour
Airport22.3 mi Cardiff International Airport
26.3 mi Exeter International Airport
29.8 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
The Quantock Camping owners are born and bred locals and are always on hand to help you plan the best places to visit based on your interests, so start your trip with a chat for some tips on things that might take your fancy nearby.
Taunton (15 minutes' drive) is a hub of much Somerset-specific stuff: its farmers' market (said to be one of the best in the West) and several cider outfits should cater to your tastebuds, and you can also learn a bit about the local history at the Museum of Somerset.
Heritage hunters can follow in the footsteps of the English Romantics at Nether Stowey (20 minutes), a handsome village where Wordsworth dwelled for three years at the end of the 18th century. Cleeve Abbey (20 minutes), meanwhile, is a magnificent monastery where much of the original medieval tiled flooring is still in place, while the National Trust's Fyne Court (10 minutes) has a lovely wild garden and arboretum to explore.
Naturally you'll want to roam through the Quantock Hills during your stay, but it's worth allowing some time for the coast too: a 20-minute drive will get you to fossil-filled Kilve beach or the grand Dunster Castle, a little way in from Dunster beach.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Anchor West | 10.8 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Dunster North West | 12.8 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | Good |
| Minehead Terminus | 14.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Berrow North Of Unity Farm | 15.7 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Brean | 18.2 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 11.7 mi
Clarks Village 20.3 mi
Glastonbury Abbey 21.5 mi
Glastonbury Tor 22.3 mi
The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 23.2 mi
National Trust
Fyne Court 4.1 mi
Coleridge Cottage 4.9 mi
Dunster Castle 12.3 mi
Dunster Working Watermill 12.4 mi
Knightshayes Court 16.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
COTHELSTONE MANOR 1.7 mi
CROWCOMBE COURT 3 mi
Holford and the Quantocks 5.3 mi
HESTERCOMBE 5.7 mi
HALSWELL PARK 6.1 mi
Local events
- Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday 25 June 2025 – Wednesday 25 June 2025)
Glastonbury, Somerset 27.3 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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- Does Quantock Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Quantock Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Quantock Camping? The Quantock Camping owners are born and bred locals and are always on hand to help you plan the best places to visit based on your interests, so start your trip with … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Quantock Camping?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 2:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m.