Batcombe Vale Campsite

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  • Adults-only Somerset retreat with dark skies, wildlife and views
  • Spacious pitches, peaceful setting, dog-friendly and rural seclusion
  • Eco-friendly site with fire pits, free hot showers, free tea & coffee
BATCOMBE VALE - ADULTS-ONLY CAMPING IN SOMERSET Tucked into the Somerset countryside near Bruton, Batcombe Vale is an award-winning, adults-only (16+) campsite where nature sets the pace and dogs are welcome. Winner of Best Campsite in Somerset on Channel 4's The Perfect Pitch, this is a genuinely secluded retreat for couples, solo travellers and friends seeking space, stillness and a lighter footprint. THE SETTING Sitting within a 120-acre privately farmed vale, the campsite feels removed from the world - a quiet pocket of Somerset where rolling hills, mature woodland, a hidden glade and a wildlife lake create a natural sense of shelter and calm. Escape beneath some of the darkest, most star-filled skies in the county, watch spectacular sunsets, see stunning views, spot kingfishers and deer, walk straight from your pitch onto quiet footpaths, or simply sit by the water and let the day pass. YOUR PITCHES With just 30 spacious, levelled grass pitches we keep numbers deliberately small so there's always room to breathe. All pitches sit alongside a hard roadway for easy, all-weather access. Electric pitches - 10amp hook-ups for campervans, motorhomes, touring caravans and powered tent setups. Hook-up cables available to borrow free of charge. Non-electric pitches - traditional off-grid camping at its best. Maximum unit length 7m. One vehicle per pitch. FACILITIES • Free hot showers and flush toilets - no coins, no queues • Complimentary tea and coffee every morning in the reception hut • Washing-up stations with hot water • Freezer for guest ice packs • Elsan disposal point with rinse hose • Kadai fire bowls for hire, kiln-dried logs for sale on site • Fresh water points throughout the site • Zero-sort recycling: McCarthy Marland sort all waste and recycling off-site • Well-behaved dogs welcome - up to 2 per pitch OUR COMMITMENT TO THE ENVIRONMENT Batcombe Vale is committed to low-impact camping. We manage the land for wildlife and minimise waste. You can read more about our approach on our website. PRICES From £38 per night - 2 people with a vehicle From £30 per night - 2 adults arriving by bicycle with a tent GOOD TO KNOW Open Friday 19th June - Sunday 6th September 2026. Check-in 2pm–8pm. Check out 11am. Minimum 2 nights’ stay, 3 nights over Bank Holidays. The lake is for wildlife viewing only - no swimming or fishing.

Site type

Tent sites 10
Travel trailer sites 10
RV sites 10
Open now
Opens June 19
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 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.
  • 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 3 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 16 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.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

French

German

Italian

Open from Fri, Jun 19 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 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

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

Themes

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

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer 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

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Batcombe Vale Campsite

Batcombe

Batcombe

Shepton Mallet

Somerset

England

BA4 6BW

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.13898°N
2.45587°W

Nearest transport

Coach
8.7 km Rectory Road
8.7 km Rectory Road
10.6 km Oakhill Primary School
Rail
3.1 km Bruton Rail Station
6.4 km Castle Cary Rail Station
14.2 km Frome Rail Station
Ferry
35.8 km Prince Street Bridge Ferry Landing
35.8 km Temple Meads Station Ferry Landing
35.9 km Millennium Square Ferry Landing
Airport
32.8 km Bristol International 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

Tucked into rolling countryside yet just minutes from Bruton, this is a stay that balances total peace with foodie heaven, culture, and places to explore. Step straight onto a network of footpaths from the campsite, wander to a proper country pub for lunch, or spend the day discovering gardens, galleries, and independent towns. Whether it’s a weekend reset or a longer break, everything here is geared towards relaxed, grown-up time away. WHY COUPLES BOOK BATCOMBE VALE - Direct access to quiet walks and countryside views - Excellent pubs and food spots within walking distance - Close to Bruton - Somerset’s go-to for dining, art and independent shops - Easy access to The Newt, Hauser & Wirth, Stourhead and other standout days out WALKS, FOOD & EASY DAYS OUT - Walk to THE THREE HORSESHOES (30 mins) for a standout country pub experience in Batcombe or THE BELL INN (50 mins) for a traditional pub in Evercreech - Stop at WESTCOMBE DAIRY for exceptional local cheeses and picnic supplies in Westcombe - Make BRUTON the destination for an array of top notch galleries, cafes and restaurants, (50 mins) - Hauser & Wirth, Bo Lee Gallery, The Stripy Duck, At the Chapel, The Old Pharmacy, Briar, The Prickly Pear and more - Explore STOURHEAD - one of the UK’s most romantic landscape walks - Discover the MENDIP HILLS for bigger views and longer routes NEARBY HIGHLIGHTS (15 - 25 MINUTES DRIVE) - BRUTON - Stylish but relaxed, packed with great food, wine, and galleries - HAUSER & WIRTH SOMERSET - World-class art, gardens, and dining - THE NEWT IN SOMERSET - Estate gardens, woodland walks, and cyder tastings - FROME - Creative, independent, and full of character - CASTLE CARY - Classic Somerset charm with cafés and delis - GLASTONBURY - visit the town, Chalice Well and the Tor - WELLS - England’s smallest city with a stunning cathedral BEST PLACES TO EAT & DRINK - OSIP (Michelin-starred, booking essential) - AT THE CHAPEL (bakery, wine, and relaxed dining) - THE OLD PHARMACY (natural wines and small plates) - DA COSTA (Italian dining at Hauser & Wirth) - TEALS (farm shop and brunch spot) - BURNT HONEY (excellent brunch) Plus a great choice of traditional pubs nearby, including THE THREE HORSESHOES, THE SUN INN and THE BELL INN. DAYS OUT WORTH PLANNING - STOURHEAD - Iconic gardens and lakeside walks - THE NEWT - A full day of gardens, food, and countryside - LONGLEAT - Stately home and safari park WHAT TO DO ON A RAINY DAY If the weather turns, there’s still plenty nearby to enjoy. Visit HAUSER & WIRTH and BO LEE GALLERY for contemporary art, BRUTON MUSEUM for local history, or SHEPTON MALLET PRISON for a fascinating guided tour. For bigger all-weather days out, head to HAYNES INTERNATIONAL MOTOR MUSEUM, FLEET AIR ARM MUSEUM, or SOMERSET RURAL LIFE MUSEUM. WOOKEY HOLE CAVES and CLARKS VILLAGE for outlet shopping are also good wet-weather options.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Berrow North Of Unity Farm 42.2 km Estuary N/AExcellentGoodGood
Weston-Super-Mare Uphill Slipway 42.6 km Estuary PoorPoorN/APoor
Weston Main 43.1 km Estuary PoorN/APoorN/A
Weston-Super-Mare Sand Bay 43.5 km Estuary N/AN/AGoodGood
Brean 43.7 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Stourhead House and Garden 10.1 km

Haynes International Motor Museum 13 km

Longleat 13.5 km

Wells Cathedral 15.4 km

Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve 16.6 km

National Trust

Stourhead 10.1 km

West Pennard Court Barn 13.5 km

Lytes Cary Manor 19 km

Westwood Manor 24.7 km

Tintinhull Garden 25.6 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

REDLYNCH PARK 5.7 km

STOURHEAD 8.9 km

THE CHANTRY 9.6 km

Stourton - Leland Trail - Macmillan Way - Stourton 10.5 km

MARSTON HOUSE 10.6 km

Local events

  • Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday, June 23, 2027 – Wednesday, June 23, 2027)

    Glastonbury, England 9.4 km

  • Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday, August 7, 2026 – Friday, August 7, 2026)

    Bristol, England 37 km

  • Summer Solstice at Stonehenge (Sunday, June 21, 2026 – Sunday, June 21, 2026)

    Salisbury, England 44.1 km

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Saturday, September 5, 2026)

    Dorchester, England 46.4 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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    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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