Ridgeway View Campsite

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Visitor image of the views
Visitor image of the views
Visitor image of the sunset
Visitor image of the sunset from the field
The campsite margins and view of the chiltern hills photo by hayley worsfold
Map & directions
Standard 9 x 12 metre pitches
Tent pitch with our campfire kit!
Bell tent at ridgeway view campsite, with the beautiful field margins photo by hayley worsfold
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Visitor image of the sunset
Visitor image of the sunset from the field
The campsite margins and view of the chiltern hills photo by hayley worsfold

  • Peaceful rural site with panoramic views of the Chiltern Hills
  • On the Ridgeway Trail, less than 30 minutes from Oxford and Reading
  • Dog-friendly site; campfires permitted, with wood for sale
Disconnect from the world and plug in to nature at Ridgeway View Campsite, a spacious, back-to-basics site under 30 minutes by car from both Oxford and Reading. Generous pitches here are surrounded by Oxfordshire wheatfields with the Chiltern Hills beyond. This quiet site takes its name from the ancient trackway it backs onto. Now one of the UK’s popular National Trails, the Ridgeway 87-mile route is known as ‘Britain’s oldest road’ – walk here to follow in the footsteps of 5,000 years' worth of travellers. Less than a mile away, visitors can link up with the wildlife-rich Thames Path too. Also within walking distance (just far enough to build up an appetite for lunch) are several great pubs – plot your routes to take in the hostelries in Crowmarsh Gifford or Hailey. Something a bit more active in mind (or need to get some stress out)? Book a session at Ridgeway View's own axe-throwing range, which is a 15-minute drive away from the site. For stocking up on essentials, taking tea and cake or pottering around the shops, pop to the historic market town of Wallingford (five minutes’ drive), where you should also seek out the blue plaque for famed novelist Agatha Christie (British TV watchers may also recognise the area as the setting for Midsomer Murders). Half an hour’s drive to the north brings you to Oxford, and the same distance south is Reading. Guests have access to just a few back-to-basics facilities, including portable toilets, three cold-water showers and one gas-heated shower. Barbecues and campfires are permitted if raised off the ground – firewood is available to buy, and cooking slabs can be hired. Considerate dog owners are welcome, and there’s plenty of space nearby for the canines to stretch their legs. On the farm, there’s a no-noise policy at night past 10.30pm, so that everyone can enjoy a bit of rural peace.

Site type

Tent sites 85
RV sites 85
Open now
Opens May 2
Please note
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Group bookings of 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Facilities/activities including campfires and blocks are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • 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).
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

Dutch

English

French

Open from Sat, May 2 to

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Reviews

9.1

Overall rating from 358 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

95% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

A peaceful, no-frills site with lots of space and lovely country views, perfect for hikers with direct access to the Ridgeway. Guests love the simplicity, quiet and easy check-in. Basic but clean portaloos & cold showers. Fire pits for hire. Some found it windy and basic, others liked the value and relaxed vibe.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews

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Massive open field with great outdoor…

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10 out of 10
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Nick H. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Massive open field with great outdoor shower cubicles with mains cold water blasting out. Was quite warm due to the hot weather.

Outside washing up facilties and put fires allowed.
Clean tidy toilets.

Great views of the ridge way and cycle trcks in and around.
Close to shops a short drive away.

Excellent would recommend

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks Nick, hope to see you again :)

Great location, beautiful site…

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8 out of 10
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Cassie W. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Great location, beautiful site

Disliked Not enough sinks / taps

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi Cassie, thanks for the great review. We do have plans to install additional taps so watch this space :)

View, sunsets, simplicity, relaxed nature…

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Value for money
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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked View, sunsets, simplicity, relaxed nature

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Best sunset in the county according to us! Glad you had a nice time :)

How quiet it is…

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Value for money
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Child friendliness
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Wifi
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 Laura M. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked How quiet it is

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks Laura, hope to see you again :)

Basic needs covered.

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10 out of 10
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Adam H. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Amazing well run campsite with all the your basic needs covered for a reasonable fee.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks Adam! Hope to see you again :)

great place for basic camping

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9 out of 10
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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paul w. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked I loved the weather. the pitches were flat. The views were beautiful. very peaceful( had one fool let his son drive around the site which was sorted out very quickly). lovely walk to the pubs.

Disliked would have given it a 10 but there is surely a better way to distribute the wood. It was the most pathetic amount of logs for a tenner. Sadly i can understand why people would take more as they feel as if they are getting ripped off. If it was monitored properly i wouldn't be paying for the thieves.

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From the manager: Hi Paul, glad you had a nice stay, and thanks for reporting the driving.
I'll look into the wood for you. There should have been a decent size net bag for the log refills.

Spacious field, which, despite being a…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Spacious field, which, despite being a very hot bank holiday weekend, did not feel crowded at all. Everyone appeared to give each other plenty of room, and there were no loud noisy groups that we could hear or see. The friendly reminder texts to keep the noise to a minimum, which came through at 10.30pm, came the impression that the campsite owners really care that everyone is able to have a nice time. The view and sunsets were lovely, and there were lots of very nice walks straight from the campsite. The porta loos were always clean and well stocked and even though the temperature at the weekend got to over 30 degrees, did not smell at all. Also, there appeared to be enough so you never had to queue. There were the two cold showers, which were very welcome due to the heat! The person we spoke to (sorry, I forgot to ask his name) was very friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed the relaxed vibe and the fact that it was just a field with some loos and cold showers. Check-in and check-out were easily done via text, and ordering wood was simple and fuss-free. An unexpected find at the last minute.

Disliked Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks so much for the detailed review. We are very proud of the site and want everyone to enjoy it.

If it was Friday you might have spoken to Liam (the manager), if another day was likely Tom (the owner).

Hope to see you again soon :)

Well worth a visit

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Andy B. 12 reviews

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Position, great views and great access to walks, lovely quiet site even though it was busy.

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thanks Andy, great photos too :)

Everything…

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9 out of 10
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Value for money
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 Alex H. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Everything

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks Alex, hope to see you again :)

Perfect getaway

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Facilities / Activities
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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Great Site, ideal for walkers and families wanting a break really liked the larger field made it so much easier and gave you lots more space

Disliked Holiday went too quick

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks so much for the review; glad you like the changes we've made :)

Features

Portable toilet

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 Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery 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 Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Ridgeway View Campsite

Sheepcote Farm

Wallingford

Oxfordshire

England

OX10 8BP

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.58403°N
1.09606°W

Route directions

Turn off the A4074, go up past the houses, continue up the hill, through the fields and the campsite is located up in front in the wheatfield.

Nearest transport

Coach
13.4 km Lewknor Turn M40 J6
16 km Calcot Sainsbury's
20.7 km Thornhill Park and Ride
Rail
4.6 km Cholsey Rail Station
7.4 km Goring & Streatley Rail Station
10.6 km Didcot Parkway Rail Station
Airport
31.5 km London Oxford Airport
44 km London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
45.8 km London Heathrow Airport Terminal 3

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

On a summer’s evening, there’s nothing quite like messing about on the river – hire a boat nearby at Wallingford Bridge or Benson Waterfront (both five minutes' drive). Sipping a glass of wine comes a close second, so Brightwell Vineyard (10 minutes) could be a good shout too. For wildlife enthusiasts, Cholsey Marsh Nature Reserve is 10 minutes away by car or a pleasant hour’s walk taking in the Thames Path along the river. And children (and quite possibly grownups) are bound to love a visit to Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary (15 minutes’ drive). To get the blood pumping, you could brave the local skydiving (five minutes) and watersports (15 minutes) centres.

Must see

Didcot Railway Centre 10.6 km

West Wycombe Park 16.9 km

University of Oxford Botanic Garden 21.3 km

Christ Church Cathedral 21.5 km

Modern Art Oxford 21.6 km

National Trust

Basildon Park 9.7 km

Greys Court 10.7 km

Priory Cottages 16.5 km

West Wycombe Park 21.1 km

Long Crendon Courthouse 22.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

FAIRMILE HOSPITAL 3.2 km

Cholsey - Blewbury - Ridgeway - Goring 4.5 km

Shillingford Bridge Hotel - Brightwell-cum-Sotwell 5.3 km

Shillingford - Benson Lock - Wallingford 5.4 km

Shillingford - Dorchester - Warborough 5.5 km

Local events

  • Henley Royal Regatta (Tuesday, June 30, 2026 – Tuesday, June 30, 2026)

    Henley On Thames, England 14.5 km

  • Rewind South (Friday, August 21, 2026 – Friday, August 21, 2026)

    Henley On Thames, England 14.6 km

  • Reading Festival (Thursday, August 27, 2026 – Thursday, August 27, 2026)

    Reading, England 15.4 km

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

    Woodstock, England 34.4 km

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

    Oxford, England 41.2 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Ridgeway View Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Ridgeway View Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Ridgeway View Campsite? On a summer’s evening, there’s nothing quite like messing about on the river – hire a boat nearby at Wallingford Bridge or Benson Waterfront (both five minutes' drive). Sipping a glass of … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Ridgeway View Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Ridgeway View Campsite? From $40.87 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.