Kingsettle Camping Retreat
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- Quiet Somerset meadow site 10 minutes' drive from Bruton
- A 10-minute drive to Stourhead and 25 minutes to Longleat
- Simple facilities provided, plus a firepit for each pitch
Site type
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The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).- Group bookings of 2 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.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Although this site is mostly adults-only, please note that there may be families with children in a separate area of the site.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 15 Aug to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass pitch
Adults only 
3 people maximum 
9.5/10
15 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 16m width × 13m depth (208m²)
Arrival daysFrom £22
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Non-electric grass pitch (no pets)
Adults only 3 people maximum 9.7/10
12 reviews 
No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 17m width × 13m depth (221m²)
Arrival daysFrom £22
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Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
Adults only 3 people maximum 9.2/10
13 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 14.5m width × 16m depth (232m²)
Arrival daysFrom £22
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Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch (no pets)
Adults only 3 people maximum 9.4/10
17 reviews No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 17m width × 15m depth (255m²)
Arrival daysFrom £22
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Non-electric grass touring pitch
Adults only 3 people maximum 9.8/10
13 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 17m width × 13m depth (221m²)
Arrival daysFrom £22
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Shepherd's hut (no pets)
Adults only 2 people maximum 9.3/10
3 reviews No dogs allowed Dimensions: 98.4ft width × 65.6ft length
Arrival days
No availability on our siteView prices & book
Reviews
96% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This peaceful, spacious campsite is set in beautiful countryside, offering large, private pitches. Visitors praise the exceptionally clean and well-maintained eco-friendly facilities, including showers and compost toilets. The owner is frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and attentive. While many highlight the tranquil, "back to nature" atmosphere, a few found the compost toilets challenging and experienced issues with ground conditions during wet weather. Overall, it's considered a highly recommended retreat.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
Highly recommended.
Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch (no pets)
Liked Lovely rural pitches around the edge of a hay meadow, quiet. Good showers (spacious) and perfectly acceptable compost toilets. Friendly owner, well organised site.
Disliked Nothing
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The most lovely, peaceful atmosphere- beautiful…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked The most lovely, peaceful atmosphere- beautiful surroundings and really spacious, flat pitch. Facilities were great- basic but as described.
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Suggestion - maybe Naked Sprout toilet tissue?
Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch (no pets)
Liked I wanted quiet, it was quiet even in the middle of August!!
I also loved that it is ecoi friendly with compost loos , wooden shower cubicles - which even a swallow took to resting there! That speaks for itself when nature trusts human places.
Thank you Jenny.
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Great site will visit again
Non-electric grass touring pitch
Liked Great peaceful site,
Very clean facilities
Large pitches, plenty if privacy
The owner Jenny was very friendly,
Helpful and informative about the area
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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Spaciousness and glad firepits were not…
Non-electric grass pitch (no pets)
Liked Spaciousness and glad firepits were not in use (dry grass) as I wouldn't be thrilled to have someone else's smoky fire floating through my van.
Disliked Nothing
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Just a beautiful site and well looked after x
Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
Liked Beautiful and peaceful campsite, lovely owner Jenny , very friendly , kind and approachable. Facilities clean and well looked after. Good size pitches , secure and very private. As a solo female camper I felt so save. My little dog Toby ( usually anxious doggo) felt so comfortable and loved running around . For sure we will be back again . Thank u Jenny for having us and I hope u are proud of the beautiful campsite u have, it’s 💯 retreat. As someone who works with people I really needed no people time . One more thing, I loved the no mobile time - thank u 🌹🌹🌹
Disliked Nothing
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Lovely peaceful site in a beautiful…
Shepherd's hut (no pets)
Liked Lovely peaceful site in a beautiful spot
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Could be lovely but not for us
Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch
Liked Nice location
Good Size Pitches
Disliked We were made to feel very unwelcome as apparently the owner had had a bad experience with "that Sort" of dog
We have never been to a PitchUp campsite where the owner comes to inspect, but we have been to many where the friendly owners come round to ensure we are happy and to have a chat
This campsite is in no way Adult only- the family area is at the top of the field and has access to all facilities
The Compost toilets are difficult to access in a shed up steep steps and the toilets are too high up to be easily used
We had to clear dog mess from our pitch when we first arrived
The field has long grass and we were asked to keep off to protect wildlife, meant actually not much space but ok. But don't then make a point of watching to check we obeyed
Dogs are to be kept under control and on lead, owners dogs barked a lot and were roaming free at times
We left after one night
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From the manager: I’m very sorry to hear you felt unwelcome, it was not my intention at all. I was obviously jumpy after a recent bad experience with a dog onsite but it was unfair of me to let this affect my approach.
All dogs are meant to be on leads and picked up afterwards, there is a sign in the entrance, this is to ensure the safety of everyone and everything else on site, but not to effect the enjoyment of theirs or their owners stay.
My dog Mango is kept on a lead as she’s a rescue with a keen hunting nose, I take children over 12 at present but I’m not aware that I have stated I am an adult only site, apologies if you feel you were misled.
I will take onboard your comments and do my best to ensure that when I ask someone to put their dog on a lead that I don’t make them feel uncomfortable.
I hope you find sites better suited to your needs in the future.
Amazing
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked What an amazing place. The showers were spotlessly clean, even got to share our shower with a nest of chick's ❤️. The compost toilets were clean as well. Love the no fuss process, pulled in, read the site map, park up & that's that. Jenny is a lovely lady. Sooo peaceful & a wild life haven. The best bit for us was no phone signal & no WiFi, so it was definitely a relaxing time away for us. Love the games room & the little "essentials " shop, what a great idea. Will definitely be back.
Disliked If im going to be picky.... No ice creams in the freezer.
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Wonderful place
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Just everything, absolutely superb, Space, Sky, views. It has it all with fantastic composting loos and excellent showers.
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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 Car parking by pitch/unit 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
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
Peaceful Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Location
Kingsettle Camping Retreat
Kingsettle Hill
Bruton
Somerset
England
BA10 0LB
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.11235°N
2.38688°W
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berrow North Of Unity Farm | 29.7 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Weston-Super-Mare Uphill Slipway | 30 mi | Estuary | Poor | Poor | N/A | Poor |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Stourhead House and Garden 2.9 mi
Longleat 7 mi
Haynes International Motor Museum 8.9 mi
Fleet Air Arm Museum 12.9 mi
Wells Cathedral 13.1 mi
National Trust
Stourhead 2.9 mi
West Pennard Court Barn 11.4 mi
Lytes Cary Manor 13.5 mi
Westwood Manor 15.8 mi
Tintinhull Garden 17 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
STOURHEAD 2.2 mi
REDLYNCH PARK 2.4 mi
Stourton - Leland Trail - Macmillan Way - Stourton 3.1 mi
White Sheet Hill and White Sheet Downs 4.2 mi
Maiden Bradley - Forest Road - Gare Hill 5.1 mi
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, Dorset 27 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 Kingsettle Camping Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Kingsettle Camping Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Kingsettle Camping Retreat? Built in the 1700s, Stourhead (10 minutes’ drive) is a National Trust-run house renowned for its Palladian-style architecture (with its exquisitely symmetrical proportions). After checking out the artworks and Chippendale furniture in … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Kingsettle Camping Retreat?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Kingsettle Camping Retreat? From £22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.