Cheney Manor Campsite

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  • Peaceful adults-only site in the grounds of an Oxfordshire manor house
  • Blenheim Palace, Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon within 40 mins' drive
  • Traditional thatched pub with meals five minutes' walk away
A smart manor house stay, but on a budget? That’s what’s on offer at Cheney Manor Campsite, on the edge of the tiny Oxfordshire village of Barford St Michael. As the name implies, here you’ll be staying in the fabulous grounds of a country manor house – and one with a history that dates all the way back to its mention in the Domesday Book, no less. The estate spreads out over 22 acres, with parkland and medieval lakes around the moated manor house itself. It’s a peaceful setting indeed, set off a country lane where you’re more likely to encounter horses than passing vehicles. There are several walks and footpaths through and around the estate for those who’d like to explore on foot and look out for wildlife – deer, herons and swans are among the residents here. Keeping that rural atmosphere nicely serene is the fact that this is an adults-only site – and one with plenty of space for all guests to relax and make the most of the setting without any feeling of being crowded in. Despite the grand surroundings it’s a very simple setup on site, so please note that there are no guest toilets or showers. You’re welcome to bring your barbecue along for some outdoor cooking – perhaps picking up local produce at the indie shops or market in Deddington, five minutes’ drive away. For those who’d rather eat out, there’s a lovely thatched pub five minutes’ walk away serving breakfast, lunch and dinner – and several more pubs dotted around the local countryside and villages.

Site type

Travel trailer sites 36
Tent sites 36
RV sites 36
Open now
Opens April 23
Please note
  • This park has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • Group bookings of 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Units heavier than 6999 kg are not allowed.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, Apr 23 to

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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 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

Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities 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 Nearby farmers' market

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Horseback riding nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Cheney Manor Campsite

South Newington Road

Barford St Michael

Banbury

Oxfordshire

England

OX15 0RJ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.99138°N
1.37398°W

Nearest transport

Coach
8.4 km Bus Station
18 km Caversfield Turn
18.3 km Manorsfield Road
Rail
7.2 km Kings Sutton Rail Station
8.3 km Banbury Rail Station
9.5 km Heyford Rail Station
Airport
18.1 km London Oxford Airport
42.4 km Coventry 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: - Broughton Castle: 15 minutes’ drive - Hook Norton Brewery: 15 minutes - National Trust - Upton House and Gardens: 20 minutes - Cotswolds Distillery Visitor Centre: 20 minutes - Blenheim Palace: 25 minutes - Diddly Squat Farm Shop: 25 minutes - Daylesford Farm Shop: 25 minutes - Sulgrave Manor: 35 minutes - Oxford: 40 minutes - Stratford-upon-Avon: 40 minutes.

Must see

Blenheim Palace 16.7 km

Chastleton House 18.6 km

Compton Verney 23.5 km

Stowe Landscape Gardens 24.7 km

Silverstone Circuit 26 km

National Trust

Farnborough Hall 16.7 km

Chastleton House 18.7 km

Canons Ashby 23 km

Stowe Landscape Gardens 24.3 km

Buckingham Chantry Chapel 26.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Hempton - Nether Worton - Barford St Michael 1.6 km

South Newington - Wigginton 2.4 km

South Newington Circular 2.4 km

Milcombe - South Newington - Barford St Michael 2.7 km

Over Worton - Duns Tew 3.6 km

Local events

  • Fairport's Cropredy Convention (Thursday, August 13, 2026 – Thursday, August 13, 2026)

    Chipping Norton, England 14.3 km

  • Blenheim Palace Flower Show (Friday, June 19, 2026 – Friday, June 19, 2026)

    Woodstock, England 16.1 km

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

    Oxford, England 16.6 km

  • Formula 1 British Grand Prix (Thursday, July 2, 2026 – Thursday, July 2, 2026)

    Silverstone, England 26.2 km

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

    Cheltenham, England 48.3 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 Cheney Manor Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Cheney Manor Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Cheney Manor Campsite? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Broughton Castle: 15 minutes’ drive - Hook Norton Brewery: 15 minutes - National Trust - Upton House and Gardens: 20 minutes - Cotswolds Distillery Visitor Centre: … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Cheney Manor Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Cheney Manor Campsite? From $36.89 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.