5 Acres

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Fully enclosed ehu pitch with water and sink

Flat and grassy five-acre site on the edge of the Somerset Levels
A 15-minute drive from Taunton; Barrington Court 20 minutes
Dog-friendly site with easy access from the A378

As you'd expect from a site with such a name, there's a whole lot of space in which to relax and explore at 5 Acres, a large grassy site on the edge of the Somerset Levels. Kids and dogs are both welcome on site here, and there's plenty of scope for them to run about and play games safely away from barbecues and campfires (which are also permitted to keep you warm and fed in the evenings). Facilities on site include firepits, a toilet and shower block and outdoor sinks with mains water. The surrounding Somerset Levels aren’t just out in the sticks – they also produce them. Willow cane has been cultivated the traditional way in this part of the county for hundreds of years and can be seen growing within a mile of 5 Acres. The Levels are also a wildlife haven, making them an all-round top choice for country walks along the many trails nearby. And while this may be a rural retreat, it's also one that's easy to get to as it's just off the A378 (no winding country lanes to negotiate for this one…) Taunton town centre, with its wide range of shops and supermarkets, is a 15-minute drive away. The closest pub and coffee shop are five minutes away by road.

Site type

Open now

Please note

Admission

At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Dogs

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.

General

Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Safety

Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
No electric barbecues allowed.

Vehicles

Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
Units longer than 7.5 metres are not allowed.

Van conversions must have a valid gas safety certificate and Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) test.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat 1 Mar 2025 to Sat 31 Oct 2026

Pitch types & availability

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

5 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Max 16m width × 9m depth (144m²)

5 people maximum

One Roof tent or Campervan or Motorhome or Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 16m width × 9m depth (144m²)

Ground type

Grass

Suitable for

Roof tent, Campervan, Motorhome, Tent, Trailer tent

Twin-axle vehicles not accepted

Features

Bring a gazebo 2 included, 2 max.

Bring an awning unlimited included, unlimited max.

Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.

Car 2 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 0 included, 2 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Firepit

Extras

Bring a gazebo Free (1 max)		£0 (£0) per night
Bring a pup tent Free (1 max)		£0 (£0) per night
Bring an awning Free (3 max)		£0 (£0) per stay
Dog (2 max)		£2 (£2) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £22 (£22) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

5 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Max 16m width × 9m depth (144m²)

5 people maximum

One Roof tent or Campervan or Motorhome or Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 16m width × 9m depth (144m²)

Ground type

Grass

Suitable for

Roof tent, Campervan, Motorhome, Tent, Trailer tent

Twin-axle vehicles not accepted

Features

Electric: 6 amp included

Bring a gazebo 2 included, 2 max.

Bring an awning unlimited included, unlimited max.

Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.

Car 2 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 0 included, 2 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Firepit

Extras

Bring a gazebo Free (1 max)		£0 (£0) per night
Bring a pup tent Free (1 max)		£0 (£0) per night
Bring an awning Free (3 max)		£0 (£0) per stay
Dog (2 max)		£2 (£2) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £32 (£32) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

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Location		9
Value for money		9
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		9
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		9
Cleanliness		9
Wifi		5

95% would stay here again

What customers say

This peaceful, spacious campsite offers a back-to-nature feel with well-maintained facilities, including quirky converted lorry showers and toilets. Pitches are large, and many feature fire pits and individual washing-up stations. Reviewers praise the friendly, accommodating hosts and the tranquil atmosphere. Some minor points include occasional lack of hot water for washing up and the need for torches in the toilet block at night. Overall, it's highly recommended for a relaxing getaway.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 04/08/2026

You across the campsite field which was lovely as the grass is in the middle were allowed to grow

Teddy, the border terrier enjoying the view from the side door of the camper

What a better view to wake up to in the morning hearing silence apart from birds

Our evening stay gorgeous scenery & very peaceful

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Arrival date (latest first)

Good for a stop over.

Overall 6 out of 10
Location		5
Value for money		4
Facilities / Activities		2
Customer service		2
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		2
Wifi		1

Aug 2026 Sophi D. 3 reviews

Fully-enclosed electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Enclosed pitch.

Disliked Facilities.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lots of space, loved the quirky…

Overall 9 out of 10
Location		8
Value for money		9
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service	No rating
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

Aug 2026 Claire W. 11 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Lots of space, loved the quirky shower and loo block (it's a converted van), a peaceful site in quiet countryside

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything! I’ve been camping for over…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	No rating
Wifi	No rating

Jul 2026 Mary-Lou C. 1 review

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (premium, private bathroom amenities)

Liked Everything! I’ve been camping for over 30 years and this is the best pitch I’ve ever stayed on. Within minutes of being there I wanted to book for longer stay next year.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would definitely stay again

Overall 9 out of 10
Location		9
Value for money		9
Facilities / Activities		8
Customer service		9
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		9
Wifi		1

Jul 2026 Stuart K. 2 reviews

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely little campsite

Disliked No phone signal

Recommend to friends Visit again

Ease of use, relaxed environment, good…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		9
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		9
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		8
Wifi	No rating

Jul 2026 Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Ease of use, relaxed environment, good hot shower in spacious cubicle, lots of washing up stations, huge pitches

Recommend to friends Visit again

As it said on the can…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		8
Value for money		8
Facilities / Activities		6
Customer service		7
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		7
Wifi	No rating

Jul 2026 Matthew S. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked As it said on the can

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely site, great locacation.

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

Jul 2026 Flavia H. 6 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Quiet site, handy wash facilities. Clean and well organised. Great toilets and showers. Nice rural spot. Enjoyed watching the green woodpeckers fledging.

Disliked Turning onto the road is a bit hairy. Would benefit from being wider or a mirror.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Flat short grass on pitch. Water…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

Jul 2026 Gregory M. 7 reviews

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Flat short grass on pitch. Water and electric at sink next to pitch. Woke up to beautiful sunrise. Toilets and shower in trailer. Clean and well equipped

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fabulous

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi	No rating

Aug 2026 Joe T. 2 reviews

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch (premium, private bathroom amenities)

Liked We stayed in the private pitch and absolutely loved it. It was equipped with everything we could possibly need.
Such a peaceful place to relax and unwind.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Outstanding

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		8

Jul 2026 Amanda F. 2 reviews

Fully-enclosed electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great customer service regarding my booking as I had an issue. This site has the right balance of fabulous showers and flushing Toilets. Which all wonderfully accommodated in an old horsebox, and exceedingly clean. With the fact that the field has no light pollution, wonderful view and amazing sunset and sunrise. There is delightfully very little Internet which I think is actually a bonus as you get to appreciate where you are. We had an enclosed pitch with electric hook up which was fantastic for allowing Teddy the border terrier to mooch around in his own time; also I have to say the wash-up points are amazing with lots of different washing bowls utilised including an old ammo box. The owners are absolutely right on Mark with what they’re offering. The balance of being able to have a little bit of luxury whether having the hobbit house or the other super looking larger enclosed pitch means that this campsite can meet everybody’s needs. All I can say is thank you very much for a relaxing two days and I’m pretty sure we will be back.

Disliked Dislike having to come home!

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 Watersports

Amenities 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 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 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 Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Level site, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

5 Acres

Elmdale

Wrantage

Somerset

England

TA3 6DR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.00694°N
2.95746°W

Route directions

What3words: height.kipper.hack. Look for a sign to Helland. The site is just down Junction Drove on the left.

Nearest transport

Coach

6.4 mi Verriers

6.5 mi Bus Station

Rail

6.4 mi Taunton Rail Station

8.5 mi Bridgwater Rail Station

10.8 mi Bishop's Lydeard

Ferry

9.5 mi Bridgwater Ferry Terminal

23.8 mi Weston-super-Mare Knightstone Harbour

26.6 mi Minehead Harbour

Airport

27.7 mi Exeter International Airport

28.3 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

First time in the West Country? Get your bearings at the Museum of Somerset (15 minutes' drive), a family-friendly local history exhibit housed in the grand surrounds of Taunton Castle. Other history-infused haunts, like National Trust-managed Barrington Court (20 minutes) and Coleridge's Cottage (40 minutes), are also pretty sure to help you get a feel for the place. Already a maven in all things southwestern? Skip the history lesson and get straight out for rambles in the Quantock Hills (20 minutes). The coast is also within range, whether you opt to head north to the Bristol Channel for swims at Kilve beach (40 minutes) or a trip to Watchet arcade (40 minutes) or south to Lyme Regis (45 minutes) on Dorset's Jurassic Coast. If you're looking to branch out from your common and garden holiday attractions, take a closer look at the traditional willow products on display at Coates English Willow Visitor Centre (10 minutes). More local produce can be inspected (and tasted) at promisingly named Sheppy's House of Cider (15 minutes), a well-established Somerset firm where you can analyse dry, medium and sweet varieties.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Charmouth West	19 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Good
Berrow North Of Unity Farm	19.2 mi	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Good	Good
Lyme Regis Front Beach	19.7 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	N/A
Seatown	20.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Eypemouth	21.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Montacute House 11.3 mi

Clarks Village 12.6 mi

Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 13.2 mi

Fleet Air Arm Museum 13.8 mi

Glastonbury Abbey 14.2 mi

National Trust

Barrington Court 5.2 mi

Priest's House 6.2 mi

Stembridge Tower Mill 7.4 mi

Fyne Court 8.3 mi

Tintinhull Garden 10.9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

HATCH (BEAUCHAMP) COURT 2.1 mi

WEST SEDGEMOOR (INDICATIVE BOUNDARY ONLY) 2.7 mi

BURTON PYNSENT 2.9 mi

BARRINGTON COURT 5.4 mi

HESTERCOMBE 6.3 mi

Local events

Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday, 23 June 2027 – Wednesday, 23 June 2027)
Glastonbury, Somerset 19.3 mi
Beautiful Days (Friday, 21 August 2026 – Friday, 21 August 2026)
Ottery St Mary, Devon 22 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Please pick any available pitch on arrival.
The site will send you further check-in information 2 day(s) before your arrival.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 5 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.
Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.
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.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.
Huskies and German Shepherds are not permitted.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.

Hired accommodation

No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Firepits are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
No electric barbecues allowed.

Vehicles

Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
Units longer than 7.5 metres are not allowed.

Visitors

Visitors must leave the premises by 6 p.m..
Visitors must register at reception and pay their fee.

Additional terms

Van conversions must have a valid gas safety certificate and Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) test.

Payment terms

Frequently asked questions

Does 5 Acres have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is 5 Acres dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near 5 Acres? First time in the West Country? Get your bearings at the Museum of Somerset (15 minutes' drive), a family-friendly local history exhibit housed in the grand surrounds of Taunton Castle. Other history-infused … Read more

When can I check in and check out of 5 Acres?

Camping and touring
Arrive:	3 p.m. –	11 p.m.
Depart by:	12 p.m.
On-site accommodation
Arrive:	3 p.m. –	10 p.m.
Depart by:	12 p.m.

How much does it cost to stay at 5 Acres? From £22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

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Pitch types & availability

What customers say

Good for a stop over.

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Lots of space, loved the quirky…

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Everything! I’ve been camping for over…

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Would definitely stay again

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Ease of use, relaxed environment, good…

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As it said on the can…

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Lovely site, great locacation.

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Flat short grass on pitch. Water…

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Fabulous

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Overall

Leisure on site

Amenities on site

Groups welcome

Rules

Themes

Utilities

Nearby amenities

Type

Accessibility

Nearby leisure

Touring and motorhomes

Timezone

GPS

Route directions

Nearest transport

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Must see

National Trust

Cycle routes

Other

Local events

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