The Blacksmiths Arms
From £20 For 1 night, 2 adults
- In the grounds of a country pub in the village of Alvington
- Easy access just off the A48 main road
- A 10-minute drive from the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley
Site type
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The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- The pub is open Wednesday to Thursday 6.30pm - 11pm, Friday 12pm -2:30pm and 6:30 - 11pm, Saturday 12pm - 11pm and Sunday 12pm - 7pm.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, Mar 8 to
Pitch types & availability
Primitive grass campsite
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £20 1 night, 2 adults
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
5 people maximum Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £30 1 night, 2 adults
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Showmans wagon gypsy wagon
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed
Arrival daysFrom £85 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 90% of visitors View breakdown
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would stay here again
Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
brilliant weekend
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: everything. very friendly staff. Will come back again
Recommend to friends Visit again
Friendly and helpful staff. Site very peaceful. Food was delicious and…
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: Friendly and helpful staff. Site very peaceful. Food was delicious and plenty of it.
Disliked: Shower block needs updating
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Position was great, quite and peaceful…
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: Position was great, quite and peaceful
Disliked: Toilet block not the best but was perfectly useable
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Okay for a quick short break
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Liked: The pitches were plenty big enough Pub landlord and staff very friendly and accommodating The good in the pub was amazing, so we'll cooked, would go back for a meal but not to stay.
Disliked: Toilet and shower block very basic, no lighting walking back to your pitch Sign for camping suddenly upon you and tight turn in, drove straight past. Toilet block had faeces on the toilet wall and toilet holder.
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Close to pub and toilet block…
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Liked: Close to pub and toilet block
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: Quiet
Disliked: very basic
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Location and close to Globe pub up the road that serves quality…
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: Location and close to Globe pub up the road that serves quality food and drinks.
Disliked: Food stopped serving before 8 at Blacksmiths arms, single men’s toilet and shower so need to Q in the morning.
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From the manager: Suggest you camp at the globe next time, goodbye
Liked the pub, good food. Nice level pitches.…
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: Liked the pub, good food. Nice level pitches.
Disliked: Dirty Elsan waste unit.
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Lovely spot , in field behind the pub. All very clean and…
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Primitive grass campsite
Liked: Lovely spot , in field behind the pub. All very clean and practical.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Peace and quiet, excellent food, lovely people. Used our own facilities.…
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: Peace and quiet, excellent food, lovely people. Used our own facilities.
Disliked: Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Features
Dogs allowed
Adults only
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
Car parking by site/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Free wifi
Grocery store
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Laundromat
Off licence
Parent & baby washroom
Payphone
Pick-up from public transport
Portable toilet
Pub toilets
Restrooms
Shower available
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Rallies welcome
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Adults only
Barbecue grills allowed
Barbecue provided
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Forest
Hikers’ paradise
Peaceful
Utilities
Charging facilities
Dump station
Electric car charging point(s)
Propane/gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Convenience store nearby
Dog walk nearby
Nearby farmers' market
Public transportation nearby
Type
Pub campground
Small (11-25 sites)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Climbing nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Outdoor pool nearby
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Touring and motorhomes
Gray water hook-up for RVs/trailers
Location
The Blacksmiths Arms
Main Road
Alvington
Lydney
Gloucestershire
England
GL15 6AU
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.70418°N
-2.57745°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clevedon Beach | 35.7 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Weston-Super-Mare Sand Bay | 46.4 km | Estuary | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre 12.6 km
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National Trust
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Westbury Court Garden 17.4 km
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Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Clanna Wood - The Gloucestershire Way - Clanna Wood 2.3 km
B4228 - Oakhill Wood - B4228 - East Wood - B4228 3.7 km
Lydney - Harbour Road - Naas Lane - Lydney 4.3 km
Tidenham Chase - Poors Allotment - Jubilee Stone - Tidenham 4.5 km
Tidenham Chase - Devils Pulpit - Offa's Dyke - Tidenham Chase 4.6 km
Local events
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Thursday, August 8, 2024 – Thursday, August 8, 2024)
Bristol, England 29.7 km
- Green Man Festival (Thursday, August 15, 2024 – Thursday, August 15, 2024)
Crickhowell, Wales 45 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.
Want to know more about camping in Gloucestershire?
- Does The Blacksmiths Arms have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Blacksmiths Arms dog friendly? Yes View all features
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- When can I check in and check out of The Blacksmiths Arms?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Blacksmiths Arms? From $34.21 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.