Swallow Barn Farm

View prices & book 9.5 166 reviews
Uninterrupted views
Uninterrupted views
Sunset
Looking towards wales
Spacious camping field
Morning views
Great space for kite flying
Sunset
View to the bristol channel
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Sunset
Looking towards wales
Spacious camping field

  • Off-grid Somerset farm campsite with spectacular Bristol Channel views
  • A 10-minute drive to Cheddar Gorge; 25 minutes to Weston-super-Mare
  • Grass pitches with basic facilities; five minutes’ walk to the pub
A working Somerset farm. Bristol Channel views. Back-to-basics family camping. Sounds like what you’re looking for? Here at Swallow Barn Farm, there's also a traditional country pub (with plenty of outdoor seating for balmy days) a mere five minutes’ stroll away. Grass pitches are spacious, on sloping land and have spectacular views over Somerset countryside to the sea. Basic facilities include a single portable toilet; there is no electricity, however, so remember the torches for late-night wanderings around the site. Barbecues are allowed by the pitches, and you can pick up bits and pieces from the local essentials shop (10 minutes’ walk). A more extensively stocked store and garage is five minutes’ drive away. The site is 10 minutes’ walk from Rowberrow Forest and 15 minutes’ drive from the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for hikes and cycle rides. You are welcome to bring your dogs to join in all the walkies fun, but please keep them under control when on site as there is livestock in adjacent fields.

Site type

Tent pitches 20
Motorhome pitches 20
Open now
Opens 1 March
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • 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).
  • Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Units longer than 6 metres are not allowed.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat, 1 Mar to

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Reviews

9.5

Overall rating from 166 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

98% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

This back-to-basics campsite offers spacious pitches in a beautiful, quiet rural setting with stunning views. Facilities are basic, typically consisting of clean portaloos and a water tap, which most visitors found adequate for short stays, reflecting the reasonable pricing. The site is praised for its peaceful atmosphere, proximity to excellent country pubs, and excellent dog walking opportunities. While some note the sloping fields and lack of showers, the overwhelming sentiment is positive, with many planning return visits.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch (maximum 6 metres, sloping)

Liked Only stayed one night, didn't even see the owners but a lovely site. The views are amazing and it was lovely and peaceful. Lots of horses right next the the pitch which was a huge bonus for our daughter. Facilities very basic but clean. Amazing woodland walks nearby. Will definitely return sometime.

Disliked Toilets, OK but never that keen on portaloos.

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Back to basics campsite. Nice and…

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Ryan B.

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Liked Back to basics campsite. Nice and clean. Lots of space between so plenty of privacy. Nice sunset and surrounded by cows and horses.

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Lovely & spacious, toilet facilities clean.…

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Anonymous

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Liked Lovely & spacious, toilet facilities clean. Great location with great views!
Short drive down to cheddar gorge, and about 20mins drive down to Weston-super-mere

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Super campsite for a short stay. Great views, pub nearby & walks.

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Anonymous

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Liked Excellent location. Stayed close to visit a friend and it was just perfect. Yes sloping filed but there are flat bits.

Disliked Nothing really

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From the manager: Thank you for a great review, so pleased you loved the campsite. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave your feedback.

Very pleasant stay and a good…

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kelvyn w.

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Liked Very pleasant stay and a good price

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Great site but only very basic facilities.

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Harriet W.

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Liked Great field, fantastic veiws over the Mendips, the Bristol Channel and all the way to Wales. Great pub with excellent beer 2 minute walk.

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you so much for an amazing review, we really appreciate it. So pleased you enjoyed your stay with us, and enjoyed the local pub!

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Will S.

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Liked Would rate the location 50/10 if I could. View was also exceptional.

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you so much for a wonderful review, it is so much appreciated. So pleased you enjoyed your stay here and experienced the beautiful sunset.

We loved it.

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Dóra K.

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Liked This is a huge peace of land where the closest campers are at least 20 m apart. Loved the landscape, and the peaceful atmosphere with the farm animals around.

Disliked I would prefer compost toilet against chemical. And a simple shower would be nice.

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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review, we really appreciate the feedback.

Lovely clean pitch. Friendly owners . Fantastic…

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Anonymous

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Liked Lovely clean pitch.
Friendly owners .
Fantastic views
Very peaceful
Definitely be coming back

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From the manager: Thank you for your amazing review, so pleased you enjoyed your stay here. Please do come again.

Beautiful farm field, well maintained. Easy booking, felt very safe.

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Rose S.

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Liked The tranquility, the views (lucky to witness a gorgeous sunset and clear starry night + shouting stars) , the vaste open space, the well maintained field and portaloos.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for a wonderful review, we really appreciate it. So pleased you loved the amazing sunsets and incredible views. Hope to see you again.

Features

Portable toilet

Dogs 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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Swallow Barn Farm

Rowberrow

Winscombe

Somerset

England

BS25 1QN

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.31897°N
2.79111°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.8 mi Airport Terminal
6.2 mi Summer Lane
6.2 mi Summer Lane
Rail
5.2 mi Yatton Rail Station
5.8 mi Worle Rail Station
6.9 mi Weston Milton Rail Station
Ferry
8.8 mi Weston-super-Mare Knightstone Harbour
9.2 mi Clevedon Pier
11.6 mi Nova Scotia Ferry Landing
Airport
5.8 mi Bristol International Airport
24.3 mi Cardiff 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

Spectacular landscapes are everywhere in this corner of Somerset, and you can admire the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (15 minutes’ drive) on foot or by bike. Try the Blackdown Hills AONB (50 minutes) for hikes to the Norman-era Castle Neroche and nearby Iron Age remains (55 minutes), or go hiking, climbing and caving in dramatic Cheddar Gorge (10 minutes) For more subterranean explorations, take the kids on tours of the caverns at Wookey Hole Caves (25 minutes); once back above ground, follow the animatronic dinosaur trail. Need to keep everyone busy? Get out on the dry ski slope at Mendip Activity Centre (five minutes), or join in bouts of archery and games of frisbee golf – if you fancy a round of the real thing, there’s an 18-hole course within 15 minutes’ drive. If the weather’s good, you might consider piling everyone in the car and heading to the popular beach at Weston-super-Mare (25 minutes) for a dip in the Bristol Channel, or Uphill Sands (half an hour) for kitesurfing and sand yachting. The family-friendly beach at Burnham-on-Sea (25 minutes) is the spot for building sandcastles and paddling in shallow waves.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Weston-Super-Mare Sand Bay 8.2 mi Estuary N/AN/AGoodGood
Weston Main 8.4 mi Estuary PoorN/APoorN/A
Weston-Super-Mare Uphill Slipway 8.6 mi Estuary PoorPoorN/APoor
Clevedon Beach 8.8 mi Estuary N/AGoodGoodGood
Brean 9.5 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Cheddar Caves & Gorge 2.8 mi

Wookey Hole Caves & Papermill 8.2 mi

Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve 8.9 mi

Wells Cathedral 9.8 mi

Brunel's ss Great Britain 11.9 mi

National Trust

King John's Hunting Lodge 2.5 mi

Clevedon Court 8.5 mi

Tyntesfield 9 mi

Westbury College Gatehouse 14.3 mi

West Pennard Court Barn 14.4 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Burrington Combe - Rowberrow - Dolebury 1.7 mi

Burrington Combe - Black Down - Rowberrow - Dolebury 1.7 mi

Winscombe 1.8 mi

Winscombe - Barton - Crook Peak - Wavering Down - Winscombe 1.9 mi

Cheddar Gorge - Black Down - Rowberrow 2.9 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 Swallow Barn Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Swallow Barn Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Swallow Barn Farm? Spectacular landscapes are everywhere in this corner of Somerset, and you can admire the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (15 minutes’ drive) on foot or by bike. Try the Blackdown … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Swallow Barn Farm?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  10 a.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  Anytime
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Swallow Barn Farm? From £16 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.