5 Acres

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The Hobbit House
The hobbit house
The hobbit house at night
Fully enclosed ehu pitch with sink
Fully enclosed ehu pitch with water and sink
Fully enclosed ehu pitch with sink
Fully enclosed ehu pitch with sink
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The hobbit house at night
Fully enclosed ehu pitch with sink
Fully enclosed ehu pitch with water and sink

  • Flat and grassy five-acre site on the edge of the Somerset Levels
  • A 15-minute drive from Taunton; Barrington Court 20 minutes
  • Dog-friendly site with easy access from the A378
As you'd expect from a site with such a name, there's a whole lot of space in which to relax and explore at 5 Acres, a large grassy site on the edge of the Somerset Levels. Kids and dogs are both welcome on site here, and there's plenty of scope for them to run about and play games safely away from barbecues and campfires (which are also permitted to keep you warm and fed in the evenings). Facilities on site include firepits, a toilet and shower block and outdoor sinks with mains water. The surrounding Somerset Levels aren’t just out in the sticks – they also produce them. Willow cane has been cultivated the traditional way in this part of the county for hundreds of years and can be seen growing within a mile of 5 Acres. The Levels are also a wildlife haven, making them an all-round top choice for country walks along the many trails nearby. And while this may be a rural retreat, it's also one that's easy to get to as it's just off the A378 (no winding country lanes to negotiate for this one…) Taunton town centre, with its wide range of shops and supermarkets, is a 15-minute drive away. The closest pub and coffee shop are five minutes away by road.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Tent sites 11
RV sites 11
Open now
Opens March 1, 2025
Please note
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • 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.
  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Units longer than 7.5 metres are not allowed.
  • Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
  • Van conversions must have a valid gas safety certificate and Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) test.

Languages spoken

English

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Pitch types & availability

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0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.4

Overall rating from 105 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

99% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

This peaceful campsite boasts spacious, level sites with fire pits and wash stations. Reviewers loved the clean, unique horsebox washrooms. Hosts are super friendly. Minor traffic noise and weak cell service were noted, but most want to return. Some mentioned grass length and lighting, but it wasn't a big issue.

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Latin was excellent and the toilet…

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Tony D. 5 reviews

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Latin was excellent and the toilet and shower facilities were clean and very good. Plenty of hot water and reasonable pressure. The pitches are huge and gives plenty of space for isolation and distance.

Disliked Would recommend to take a head torch in to the shower at night as there is no light. The only down side.

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Layout, not too crowded, good areas…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Layout, not too crowded, good areas for children to roam safely. Fire pits at all pitches. Water/ washing up well spread.
A good choice for people who like more natural camping even though it has all that’s needed!

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Size of pitch was amazing and…

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Liz K. 1 review

Powered grass tent or RV campsite (premium, Private restroom amenities)

Liked Size of pitch was amazing and very secure for our dog as fully enclosed. Great to have your own private facilities and the owner is lovely.

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Spacious pitch, quietness…

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Anonymous

Powered grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Spacious pitch, quietness

Disliked Lack of a chemical disposal point

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Gem of a site

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 Sarah P. 6 reviews

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Large spacious pitches. Good facilities. The owner was very helpful when I needed assistance.

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Spacious, private, simple and had individual…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Spacious, private, simple and had individual fire pits per pitch. Perfect.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very spacious pitches, nice fireplace included.…

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Nick M. 1 review

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Very spacious pitches, nice fireplace included. Loved the odd sinks between the pitches, that is a nice touch. Really nice site, will definitely be back

Disliked Nothing, its perfect.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely place, helpful staff

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Penny P. 2 reviews

Powered grass tent or RV campsite (premium, Private restroom amenities)

Liked Spacious, peaceful
Really enjoyed having our own private kitchen, shower and toilet

Very clean and tidy

Will definitely be going back

Disliked Electric tripped pretty much straight away - but owner came and helped within mins
We had a high watt heater - which was our mistake

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Loads of space, easy to find…

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Anonymous

Powered grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Loads of space, easy to find and just perfect to fully relax!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfectly basic and quiet! Good showers…

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Andrew L. 1 review

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Perfectly basic and quiet! Good showers and Toilets. Lovely open grass field. Just what we were looking for.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

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 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 Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Level campground, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

5 Acres

Elmdale

Wrantage

Somerset

England

TA3 6DR

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.00694°N
2.95746°W

Route directions

What3words: height.kipper.hack. Look for a sign to Helland. The site is just down Junction Drove on the left.

Nearest transport

Coach
10.3 km Verriers
10.3 km Verriers
10.4 km Bus Station
Rail
10.4 km Taunton Rail Station
13.6 km Bridgwater Rail Station
17.4 km Bishop's Lydeard
Ferry
15.3 km Bridgwater Ferry Terminal
38.3 km Weston-super-Mare Knightstone Harbour
42.8 km Minehead Harbour
Airport
44.6 km Exeter International Airport
45.6 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

First time in the West Country? Get your bearings at the Museum of Somerset (15 minutes' drive), a family-friendly local history exhibit housed in the grand surrounds of Taunton Castle. Other history-infused haunts, like National Trust-managed Barrington Court (20 minutes) and Coleridge's Cottage (40 minutes), are also pretty sure to help you get a feel for the place. Already a maven in all things southwestern? Skip the history lesson and get straight out for rambles in the Quantock Hills (20 minutes). The coast is also within range, whether you opt to head north to the Bristol Channel for swims at Kilve beach (40 minutes) or a trip to Watchet arcade (40 minutes) or south to Lyme Regis (45 minutes) on Dorset's Jurassic Coast. If you're looking to branch out from your common and garden holiday attractions, take a closer look at the traditional willow products on display at Coates English Willow Visitor Centre (10 minutes). More local produce can be inspected (and tasted) at promisingly named Sheppy's House of Cider (15 minutes), a well-established Somerset firm where you can analyse dry, medium and sweet varieties.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Charmouth West 30.6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood
Berrow North Of Unity Farm 30.8 km Estuary N/AExcellentGoodGood
Lyme Regis Front Beach 31.7 km Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A
Seatown 33 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Eypemouth 34.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Montacute House 18.1 km

Clarks Village 20.3 km

Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 21.3 km

Fleet Air Arm Museum 22.3 km

Glastonbury Abbey 22.9 km

National Trust

Barrington Court 8.4 km

Priest's House 10 km

Stembridge Tower Mill 12 km

Fyne Court 13.4 km

Tintinhull Garden 17.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

HATCH (BEAUCHAMP) COURT 3.3 km

WEST SEDGEMOOR (INDICATIVE BOUNDARY ONLY) 4.4 km

BURTON PYNSENT 4.7 km

BARRINGTON COURT 8.8 km

HESTERCOMBE 10.2 km

Local events

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

    Glastonbury, England 31 km

  • Beautiful Days (Friday, August 21, 2026 – Friday, August 21, 2026)

    Ottery St Mary, England 35.4 km

  • Sidmouth Folk Festival (Friday, July 31, 2026 – Friday, July 31, 2026)

    Sidmouth, England 41.3 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.

Want to know more about camping in Somerset?

Frequently asked questions

  • Does 5 Acres have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is 5 Acres dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near 5 Acres? First time in the West Country? Get your bearings at the Museum of Somerset (15 minutes' drive), a family-friendly local history exhibit housed in the grand surrounds of Taunton Castle. Other history-infused … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of 5 Acres?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at 5 Acres? From $40.95 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.