Thames Head Wharf

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Camping area with comfy chairs to relax in
Tent pitches
Tent pitches
Grass pitch area

  • Tiny site in the gardens of a historic Gloucestershire cottage
  • On the edge of the Cotswolds, 15 mins' drive from Westonbirt arboretum
  • Peaceful lawned camping spot and picnic area
A private peaceful camping spot on the lawns of Thames Head Wharf, an historical canal building dating from 1784. A beautiful countryside location, perfect for star gazing. Common area facilities include: Toilet Wash basin Fresh water point Fridge Phone/torch charging points Tea/coffee making facilities Use of BBQ (bring your own charcoal)

Site type

Tent sites 2
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Level campground, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Thames Head Wharf

Tetbury Road

Cirencester

Gloucestershire

England

GL7 6NZ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.69055°N
2.02187°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.1 km Beeches Car Park
9.9 km Dark Lane
9.9 km Dark Lane
Rail
1.5 km Kemble Rail Station
14.9 km Stroud (Glos) Rail Station
18.8 km Stonehouse Rail Station
Ferry
32 km Sharpness Old Docks
33.6 km Lydney Harbour
47 km Temple Meads Station Ferry Landing
Airport
24.4 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Source of the Thames: five minutes’ walk - Cotswold Sculpture Park: 10 minutes' drive - The Cotswold Range (archery and shooting): 10 minutes - Cotswold Water Park: 15 minutes - Chavenage House: 15 minutes - Westonbirt, The National Arboretum: 15 minutes - Cerney House Gardens: 15 minutes - Highgrove House: 15 minutes - Woodchester Valley Vineyard: 25 minutes - Bourton-on-the-Water: half an hour.

Must see

Westonbirt, The National Arboretum 16.4 km

Painswick Rococo Garden 16.7 km

STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway 21.1 km

Gloucester Quays 24.8 km

Gloucester Waterways Museum 24.8 km

National Trust

Chedworth Roman Villa 16 km

Woodchester Park 17.8 km

Lodge Park and Sherborne Estate 20.7 km

Newark Park 20.9 km

Heelis 20.9 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 3.2 km

CIRENCESTER PARK 3.7 km

Rodmarton - Tarlton - Rodmarton 4.4 km

RODMARTON MANOR 4.4 km

Cirencester to Chedworth via MacMillan Way 4.7 km

Local events

  • Cheltenham Festival (Tuesday, March 16, 2027 – Tuesday, March 16, 2027)

    Cheltenham, England 25.6 km

  • Wilderness Festival (Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Thursday, July 30, 2026)

    Oxford, England 41 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 Thames Head Wharf have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Thames Head Wharf dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Thames Head Wharf? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Source of the Thames: five minutes’ walk - Cotswold Sculpture Park: 10 minutes' drive - The Cotswold Range (archery and shooting): 10 minutes - Cotswold Water … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Thames Head Wharf?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Thames Head Wharf? From $56.30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.