Chesney 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
Site type
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 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 2 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.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 1 different households.
- 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
Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite's a peaceful gem, brimming with nature and wildlife. Guests loved the quiet, friendly owner who handled motorhomes on hard standing for wet fields, and the nearby pub. A chemical disposal point is missing but known. Future developments are expected.
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Last updated 2026-06-09

An idyllic spot ...extremely quiet, amazing…
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Liked An idyllic spot ...extremely quiet, amazing wild life and very very welcoming owners.
At the moment just wild camping but future plans will turn it into a little gem of a camp site.
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Friendly host who made us feel welcome
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Liked It was too wet in the field for the motorhome but Jack let us park near a shed on the hard driveway.
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Very peaceful with lots of birdsong,…
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Liked Very peaceful with lots of birdsong, great views and a very welcoming owner. Nice pub in the village a short walk away.
Disliked Not really a dislike because we loved this site but we would have stayed longer if there had been a CDP
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Really nice quiet spot good sized…
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Liked Really nice quiet spot good sized pitch. The owner is a very nice guy
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3 days is the max. I could stay as the toilet in the van was full.
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Liked Peaceful
Disliked No chemical disposal point. But I knew this before I came.
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Beautiful location. So peaceful.…
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Liked Beautiful location. So peaceful.
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Set on the edge of the…
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Liked Set on the edge of the small village of Barford St. Michelle Oxfordshire is a hidden gem of a campsite. Wild camping -at the moment as no facilities - but great things are going to happen.
It is such an idyllic site. A moat surrounds the old manor house. With other large ponds dotted around. Plenty to see and do, otters in the ponds ducks, Moorhens dragonflies, swans and bats and deer. Plenty of rest and relaxation. If you don’t feel like cooking the village pub the George is five minutes walk up the road. It is definitely a place to go to and is going to be amazing with the new ideas the owner has.
Disliked Nothing superb quiet place.
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You'd be hard pressed to find…
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Liked You'd be hard pressed to find somewhere more idyllically English!
This place is absolutely beautiful. Green things in abundance, lakes, country lanes, stunning scenery with all the analogous bells and flowery whistles.
To top it off there is a genuinely surprising variety of wildlife and what a boon it is to have such a lovely local pub just a stone's throw away!
The hosts were communicative and informative & I had space in abundance - that along with the aforementioned wonderfully pleasant conditions resulted in an absolutely marvellous time.
I'll be back for sure, thanks guys!
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Beautiful and peaceful stay
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Liked We had a really lovely stay at this campsite. The location is beautiful — very peaceful, quiet, and surrounded by nature and a beautiful little lake and stream.The owner was also very friendly and welcoming, which made the stay even better.
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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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No hot water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Horseback riding nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Chesney Manor Campsite
South Newington Road
Barford St Michael
Banbury
Oxfordshire
England
OX15 0RJ
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.99138°N
1.37398°W
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
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 Chesney Manor Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Chesney Manor Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Chesney 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 Chesney Manor Campsite?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 2:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Chesney Manor Campsite? From $37.33 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.
