The Thames Head Inn

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Nice pub
Nice pub
Level pitches throughout the site
The thames head inn, between cirencester and tetbury
There's plenty of greenery around the site
Sunny and shady pitches
Grass pitches looking over fields
Fencing around the site
Unwind with a drink after you've pitched up
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Level pitches throughout the site
The thames head inn, between cirencester and tetbury
There's plenty of greenery around the site

  • Peaceful site on the edge of the Gloucestershire Cotswolds
  • 10 minutes’ drive from the towns of Cirencester and Tetbury
  • In the grounds of the Thames Head Inn bar-restaurant
Stunning landscapes, scenic market towns and the peace and quiet of the Cotswolds… How could you say no to that? At family-friendly site The Thames Head Inn, four miles from Cirencester market town in the Gloucestershire Cotswolds, you definitely won't want to miss the chance. Thames Head is well-placed for exploring the spectacular Cotswolds on foot or by bike – the start of the Thames Path, which follows the world-famous river for 184 miles from source to sea, is half a mile from the site, and there are loads of cycles tours and walking routes starting in Cirencester and Tetbury, both within 10 minutes’ drive of the site. If that's not your scene, kick back on the dog-friendly site in the shade of the trees, soaking in the scenic and peaceful Cotswolds countryside, or take a relaxed stroll through the fields with Rex. Worked up an appetite? The site is in the grounds of the Thames Head Inn bar-restaurant, where food is served well into the evening and the drinks keep flowing until closing (remember to book a table, as mealtimes can get very busy). If you fancy fending for yourself, pick up supplies in Cirencester or Kemble – a 20-minute walk away – and fire up the barbecue. For a change of scenery – and menus – there are plenty of restaurants within 10 minutes of Thames Head.

Campground type

Caravan sites 11
Open now
Opens 1 January
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Coronavirus update: Guests are encouraged to use their onboard toilet/washing/shower facilities where possible.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 1 Jan to

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Reviews

8.8

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Peaceful

89% would recommend this campground to a friend

85% would stay here again

What customers say

Tidy, compact site with level gravel pitches & EHU behind the Thames Head Inn. Friendly staff, great grub, peaceful vibe. Good for Cotswolds exploring & walks. Single loo/shower is a bit tight, but ace for a short break, esp. for the pub.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Basic site with pub/restaurant. Good menu, reasonable choice & prices.

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Derek J.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked Tidy & clean small site. Friendly efficient staff.
Pitches quiet and separate from pub car park.
Popular good pub and food. Bitter was well above average, I can only speculate they have the secret of keeping pumps & pipes clean, where so many others appear ignorant these days.
Close to spring source of the Thames.
No WiFi at pitches, but we had good 4G signal and satellite dish aligned easily.

Disliked We felt it a little pricey for a limited simple site, but it does include unmetered electric.
Only 1 combined toilet/shower a little distant from the pitches. Bathroom is somewhat outdated, but it was clean & heated.

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Level pitches, space between pitches.…

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sue b.

Powered gravel caravan site (small)

Liked Level pitches, space between pitches.

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Excellent quiet site in a great…

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Richard W.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked Excellent quiet site in a great location....food and service in the pub was fantastic....this was our 2nd visit and will definitely return.

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Good for touring Cotswolds or just one night visit

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Paula B.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked Level , tidy, well organised and a plus of shower in the toilet room with heated towel rail.

Lovely meal and good beer in the pub.

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3rd visit, great site, great…

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Lee H.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked 3rd visit, great site, great pub, great food.

Recommend to friends Visit again

We loved it , it’s tucked…

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Kenneth S.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked We loved it , it’s tucked a way ,a bit of a secret. The pub is great lovely food.

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Great site. Our friends did b&b…

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Michael B.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked Great site. Our friends did b&b and said was good

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Nice stay, 10 mins from Cirencester town centre.

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Chris R.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked Nice little site with easy access via the pub carpark. Pub is good, nice food.

Disliked Some people might want more shower and toilet facilities but didnt bother us as we used our own.

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Perfect camping

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Janet C.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked Lovely place, very welcoming. Set out well. Love the pub Restaurant is fantastic food and staff.

Disliked Nothing to dislike.

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Loved this site.

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Anonymous

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked We love it here, there is a pub on site which serves amazing food at reasonable prices too. The site is clean and well maintained, with only a few pitches which were hard standing, perfect for us. There is a lovely walk to the head of the Thames, which is a must just to say you have seen it. There is some amazing walks nearby which we loved. We will definitely be returning we loved our stay here. The staff are so friendly and welcoming, nothing seemed too much trouble, it’s the personal touch. Thank you for having us and see you again soon.

Disliked The only thing I would say was the toilets are little away from the campsite and at night it is a little dark so don’t forget your torch, really could do with some lighting.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups 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

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Pub campground Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

The Thames Head Inn

Tetbury Road

Cirencester

Gloucestershire

England

GL7 6NZ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

51.68685°N
2.02907°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.8 km Beeches Car Park
9.6 km Dark Lane
9.6 km Dark Lane
Rail
1.2 km Kemble Rail Station
14.6 km Stroud (Glos) Rail Station
18.5 km Stonehouse Rail Station
Ferry
31.6 km Sharpness Old Docks
33.1 km Lydney Harbour
46.4 km Temple Meads Station Ferry Landing
Airport
24.6 km 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

There are plenty of stately homes near The Thames Head Inn if you want to get a feel for the history of the area, with Newark Park, Sudeley Castle, Dyrham Park, Bowood House and Berkeley Castle all within 45 minutes’ drive of the site. TV addict? Visit Chavenage House, 15 minutes from Thames Head, which you may recognise as the Poldark family home of Trenwith from the eponymous BBC drama… If you’re more at home in the outdoors, explore some of the many gardens within 20 minutes of the site, rub elbows with the royals on a trip to Highgrove Gardens at the private residence of Charles and Camilla or, on a grander scale, stroll around the national arboretum at Westonbirt. Got kids trailing along? Get the best of both worlds at Cotswold Wildlife Park and Garden – meet the giraffes, lions and camels, then wander through the gardens at the Victorian manor house. If that’s not hitting the spot, take the kids to learn more about the Romans at Corinium Museum in Cirencester or give them Harry Potter vibes on the Swindon and Cricklade steam railway. If all of this sounds a little too sedate for you, never fear... Have a high-octane day at the Gloucestershire Rally School or test your mettle with a trip to Head for Heights – that adrenaline will be pumping in no time.

Must see

Westonbirt, The National Arboretum 15.8 km

Painswick Rococo Garden 16.6 km

STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway 21.2 km

Gloucester Quays 24.8 km

Gloucester Waterways Museum 24.8 km

National Trust

Chedworth Roman Villa 16.6 km

Woodchester Park 17.3 km

Newark Park 20.3 km

Heelis 21 km

Lodge Park and Sherborne Estate 21.3 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Cirencester - Monarch's Way - Source of the Thames - Thames Path - Ewen - Chesterton 3.8 km

Rodmarton - Tarlton - Rodmarton 3.8 km

RODMARTON MANOR 3.8 km

CIRENCESTER PARK 4.1 km

Cirencester to Chedworth via MacMillan Way 5.4 km

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 Thames Head Inn have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Thames Head Inn dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Thames Head Inn? There are plenty of stately homes near The Thames Head Inn if you want to get a feel for the history of the area, with Newark Park, Sudeley Castle, Dyrham Park, Bowood … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Thames Head Inn?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  noon –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Thames Head Inn? From $50.04 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.