The Delkin
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- Off-grid shepherd’s huts 10 minutes’ walk to Castle Combe in Wiltshire
- Lacock village 15 minutes’ drive and historic Bath 40 minutes
- Woodfired hot tub and outdoor kitchen; motor racing 10 minutes’ walk
Looking for a little luxury on your Wiltshire getaway? Spacious shepherd’s huts on the edge of gorgeous Castle Combe village, 10 minutes’ drive from Chippenham, sound about right to you? The huts are situated in a fledgling orchard with a large, fenced-off outdoor space, and a trolley is available to lug your gear from the car park to your pitch.
Heated by woodburning stoves, each shepherd’s hut sleeps up to three in a bunk and double bed arrangement, and has a dining table and storage, as well as games and books to borrow. Nearby is an outdoor kitchen with a gas hob, plus a firepit/barbecue (wood supplied) and seating areas. The separate, exclusive-use bathroom hut has a shower and eco-friendly toiletries, and you also have use of a woodfired hot tub with bathrobes and towels supplied.
All the site’s amenities are off grid and solar powered, so there is no TV, hairdryer, microwave or wifi reception. What you will have, however, is a great base for walking, golfing, cycling or car racing (Castle Combe Circuit is 10 minutes’ walk away, there can be noise on event days), and a warm welcome for any dogs, with beds, towels and bowls awaiting their arrival. As light pollution is minimal, you can also enjoy stargazing (possibly from the hot tub) on cloudless evenings.
Site type
3Opens 1 March
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- 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).
- The site only allows dogs up to 15kg.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sun 1 Mar to
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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 Hot tub 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 Picnic table 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
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Golf nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
The Delkin
Upper Castle Combe
Castle Combe
Chippenham
Wiltshire
England
SN14 7HD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
51.49609°N
2.2151°W
Nearest transport
Coach4.3 mi Two Pigs
4.3 mi Two Pigs
4.4 mi Sainsburys
Rail4.9 mi Chippenham Rail Station
8.6 mi Melksham Rail Station
9.9 mi Yate Rail Station
Ferry16.1 mi Temple Meads Station Ferry Landing
16.2 mi Temple Bridge (Bristol) Ferry Landing
16.4 mi Castle Park Ferry Landing
Airport22.7 mi Bristol International Airport
27.5 mi Gloucestershire 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 stop on your Wiltshire adventure will perhaps be a wander around the cottages built of honey-coloured stone in Castle Combe (20 minutes’ walk), location of scenes from films like ‘Warhorse’ and ‘Dr Doolittle’. If dates coincide, you can watch the car races at Castle Combe Circuit (10 minutes), and there’s an 18-hole golf course (20 minutes) in the village as well.
The Georgian-era National Trust village of Lacock (15 minutes’ drive) is another well-known film location; Harry Potter scenes were filmed at the 13th-century abbey, which is open for tours of its cloisters, grounds and museum of photography. There are artisan shops and a couple of traditional pubs to check out as well.
Bradford-on-Avon (half an hour) is another upmarket shopping spot with leafy walks along the Kennet and Avon Canal. Other possible day trips include elegant Bath (40 minutes), where you can explore the ancient Roman baths and then enjoy a thoroughly 21st-century spa experience at Thermae Bath Spa.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clevedon Beach | 28.3 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Lacock Abbey, Grounds and Cloisters 7 mi
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum 7.5 mi
American Museum in Britain 9.3 mi
The Holburne Museum 9.6 mi
Fashion Museum 9.9 mi
National Trust
Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum and Village 6.9 mi
Dyrham Park 6.9 mi
Horton Court 7.1 mi
Great Chalfield Manor and Garden 9 mi
The Courts Garden 9.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Wiltshire Valleys: Ford - Castle Combe - Long Dean 1.7 mi
SHELDON MANOR 3.1 mi
CORSHAM COURT 4.4 mi
ASHWICKE HALL 4.9 mi
BADMINTON HOUSE 5.1 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 The Delkin have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Delkin dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Delkin? First stop on your Wiltshire adventure will perhaps be a wander around the cottages built of honey-coloured stone in Castle Combe (20 minutes’ walk), location of scenes from films like ‘Warhorse’ and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Delkin?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Delkin? From £145 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.