5 Acres
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- Flat and grassy five-acre site deep in the Somerset Levels
- A 15-minute drive from Taunton; Barrington Court 20 minutes
- Dog-friendly site with easy access from the A378
Campground type
- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Units longer than 7 metres are not allowed.
- This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
- The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
- Pitches are approximately 16m x 20m. The flag, firepit and pitch number line up in the centre of each pitch.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, 1 Mar 2025 to
Site types & availability
Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 16m width × 9m depth
Calculated area: 144m²
Arrival daysFrom GBP 22 (GBP 22) 1 night, 2 adults
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5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 16m width × 9m depth
Calculated area: 144m²
Arrival daysFrom GBP 30 (GBP 30) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookHobbit house microlodge
2 people maximum
Dimensions: 9.8ft width × 9.8ft length
Arrival daysFrom GBP 95 (GBP 95) 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookPremier powered grass tent or motorhome site (private bathroom amenities)
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 25m width × 25m depth
Calculated area: 625m²
Arrival daysFrom GBP 100 (GBP 100) 2 nights, 2 adults
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Reviews
96% would recommend this campground to a friend
93% would stay here again




















Lovely peaceful site with a quirky but very clean toilet and shower…
Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Lovely peaceful site with a quirky but very clean toilet and shower block in a converted lorry. Excellent for our one night stopover.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Doesn't promise any frills but the basics are done really well.
Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Flat area for pitches and grass mown well so that it was pleasant underfoot (I have visited some sites where the grass is too long for comfort).
Excellent and clean toilet and shower facilities.
Lots of washing up stations and access to fresh water.
Decent spacing between pitches.
Disliked There was a little noise from traffic on the road nearby but it wasn't excessive.
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Superb
Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Beautiful location
Clean modern hot showers
Clean toilets with soap and sinks
Lovely friendly host
Fire pit, bins and sink for each pitch
Will definetely come again!
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Would highly recommend and stay again
Powered grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Toilets & showers.
Ethos
Beautiful surroundings
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Highly recommend Theo’s 5 acres
Premier powered grass tent or motorhome site (private bathroom amenities)
Liked The completely secluded and gated off pitch with your own private dining room kitchen bathroom and toilets was a true eye-opener to camping with young children. Everything was so clean Theo was anything but accommodating and even blended us an extension lead so we could blow our bed. I will be returning with my family again to this exact site as it was so quiet and beautiful there were lots of great dog walks from the campsite and local amenities that are only 10 to 15 minutes away.
There is very limited connectivity at the campsite, which was a really welcomed inconvenience It really allowed us to disconnect and relax over the weekend!
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Lovely place and I becoming a regular place to go to relax…
Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Lovely place and I becoming a regular place to go to relax and find peace and quiet
Recommend to friends Visit again
Perfect campsite for a short stay
Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
Liked The facilities in an old hippie bus. Very clean. Spacious places.
Recommend to friends Visit again
No notes, brilliant campsite.
Premier powered grass tent or motorhome site (private bathroom amenities)
Liked The premier electric pitch:
Loved the space
The showers and toilets were immaculate
Quiet
Never overcrowded
The facilities
It was all brilliant, Theo and Sarah have done an amazing job, a campsite we love returning to.
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Lovely place to stay for peace and quiet…
Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Lovely place to stay for peace and quiet
Recommend to friends Visit again
Peaceful, spacious campsite with clean facilities and friendly staff.
Powered grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Our recent stay at 5 Acres Campsite was fantastic! Tucked away in a peaceful, scenic setting, this campsite offers the perfect blend of comfort and the outdoors.
The grounds are spacious and each pitch had plenty of room and privacy, and the layout made it feel like we had the place to ourselves (even though we did most of our stay)Whether you’re in a tent or camper, you’ll find the setup thoughtful and user-friendly.
We especially appreciated the warm welcome from the staff, who were very friendly.
The amenities were great: clean toilets and showers, and a fire pit.The atmosphere was relaxed and dog friendly.
If you’re looking for a quiet, nature-filled getaway with just the right amount of creature comforts, 5 Acres Campsite is definitely recommended.
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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 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 Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. 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
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Small (11-25 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at site Level campground, no steep slopesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
5 Acres
Elmdale
Wrantage
Somerset
England
TA3 6DR
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.00694°N
2.95746°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Charmouth West | 30.6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
Berrow North Of Unity Farm | 30.8 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Lyme Regis Front Beach | 31.7 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Seatown | 33 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Eypemouth | 34.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Montacute House 18.1 km
Clarks Village 20.3 km
Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 21.3 km
Fleet Air Arm Museum 22.3 km
Glastonbury Abbey 22.9 km
National Trust
Barrington Court 8.4 km
Priest's House 10 km
Stembridge Tower Mill 12 km
Fyne Court 13.4 km
Tintinhull Garden 17.5 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
HATCH (BEAUCHAMP) COURT 3.3 km
WEST SEDGEMOOR (INDICATIVE BOUNDARY ONLY) 4.4 km
BURTON PYNSENT 4.7 km
BARRINGTON COURT 8.8 km
HESTERCOMBE 10.2 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see site type section for details
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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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 caravan Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: noon On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at 5 Acres? From $45.99 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.