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 Wed, 1 Jan to

Open from Thu, 1 Jan to

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Reviews

8.8

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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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Phil B.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked Excellent pitch and pub very good

Young lady that showed us to the pitch and served us in the pub is an asset to the business

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

A good place to stay.

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Anonymous

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked The site was very clean and tidy.
The food was excellent!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great for a night stop - but some pubs offer the same for free.

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Anonymous

Powered gravel caravan site (small)

Liked Good location, well set up gravel pitches. Very clean. Disposal point basic- two inspection chamber covers with rope handles but well maintained.

Disliked The pub would not do us breakfast - the resident guests are their priority.
Limited facilities - single toilet/washroom with shower.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Overall a very quiet weekend away, can’t fault the pitch or pub/food.

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Kerrie F.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked The campsite was very clean and very spacious. Also the pub was right there too and did amazing menu and the food was so delicious.

Disliked Toilets/shower- only one and in the same room.
Satnav brought us down the road into a little entry .. need to make sure you put the pub name in your sat nav. As we pulled in to turn round and then realised we was at the site, very narrow to drive round the back of pub in places.

Recommend to friends Visit again

So nice we keep going back !!

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Anonymous

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked The location is great. Very close to the start of the Thames path and the source of the Thames. Handy for Cirencester, Tetbury and the surrounding Cotswolds. The pub itself is lovely and the staff, food and beer are great. Lots of walks possible from site.

Disliked Could maybe do with another toilet/shower room.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would definitely stay again

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Anonymous

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked Peaceful, well kept, secluded, felt secure, easy to find! Excellent food at the Thames Head Inn. Lovely staff. Trees, level pitches.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Whole experience was enjoyable a proper…

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warren S.

Powered gravel caravan site (small)

Liked Whole experience was enjoyable a proper little clean site with all amenities and a very friendly pub/restaurant with very polite staff would highly recommend
(Well done guys) thank you

Recommend to friends Visit again

Easy booking, friendly staff and good…

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Jason F.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked Easy booking, friendly staff and good sized pitch.

Very welcoming and good food at the pub.

Price appropriate for facilities.

Disliked Having one shower and toilet for the site could be an issue at busy times

Recommend to friends Visit again

Been 3 times now

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elaine g.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked Love the Thames head camp site
Beautiful countryside and great pub next door

Recommend to friends Visit again

A good place to stop handy when travelling east or west through Glo's

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Gary D.

Powered gravel caravan site (large)

Liked Great pitches at the back of the Inn.. a short walk from the bar and great evening meals. This is our third stay and never been disappointed. The source of the Thames is about 20 to.30.mins away..Great price for a clean pitch.

Disliked Only one loo shower. Really missed s trick ss they do not do breakfasts for those on touring pitches. Would be great to have that option when booking. Paying in advance of course. There is some noise from road close by, but didnt wake us.

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 +0100 (GMT+01:00)

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 $50.96 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.