Mendip Camp
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- Spacious back-to-basics rural site in the Mendip Hills
- A 10-minute drive from Cheddar Gorge and 25 minutes from Wookey Hole
- Dog-friendly site with wood available for campfires
Check out a good chunk of the cheese-themed town of Cheddar from Mendip Camp, a spacious rural site in the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Beauty and a five-minute drive from the Somerset settlement’s scenic gorge.
There’s splendid rural scenery all around here, and the folk on site are keen to keep the place as low-key as possible to minimise its impact. As such, there are no showers or hot water on site, but guests will have access to ladies and gents’ toilets close to the pitches.
To complete the classic countryside experience, campfires are enthusiastically encouraged: you can pick up logs and kindling at the park or bring your own along if you prefer.
With such fine views from the site, it’s no surprise to hear that the walking is equally excellent in the surrounds: particularly recommended are the trails in the nearby forest, with access to Blackdown Mead for cracking views over the River Severn. Clearly, a trip to Cheddar Gorge is also a must when staying here, plus a vineyard, adventure park and animal park are also within a half-hour drive, as are the show caves of Wookey Hole.
After supplies for après-amble barbecues? Cheddar is also a handy spot for grabbing bits and bobs at the supermarkets and shops – including cheese, of course – or dining at one of the eateries.
Site type
10Open all year
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
Languages spoken
English
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Mendip Camp
Carscliff Farm
Top Road
Cheddar
Somerset
England
BS27 3YL
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.2665°N
2.74923°W
Nearest transport
Coach9.5 km Wells Bus Station
13.5 km Glastonbury Town Hall
13.5 km Town Hall
Rail14.9 km Yatton Rail Station
15.1 km Worle Rail Station
16.3 km Weston Milton Rail Station
Ferry19.2 km Weston-super-Mare Knightstone Harbour
21.3 km Clevedon Pier
21.8 km Bridgwater Ferry Terminal
Airport13.6 km Bristol International Airport
43.6 km Cardiff 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
This site’s a brill base for checking out Cheddar Gorge’s walking trails well above sea level, navigating the 500,000-year-old Gough’s Cave or touring the National Trust’s Tudor-era King John’s Hunting Lodge (all 10 minutes’ drive). You could also stretch the legs at Chew Valley Lake, a reservoir well worth roaming around (20 minutes).
Reward yourself after lengthy strolls with wine tasting at the Aldwick Estate vineyards (15 minutes) or, if you’re with the kids, get to Puxton Park for adventures with the animals. There’s also a soft play area, aerial climbing and a boating lake at this spot amid 40 acres of countryside (20 minutes).
Small travellers also love splashing at the coast on Burnham-on-Sea beach (25 minutes), one of the longest stretches of sand in Europe, and investigating the underground spaces in the Wookey Hole caves (25 minutes).
Chew Valley Animal Park, also 25 minutes away, is another winner with the wee ones for its varied range of creatures – from donkeys and meerkats to skunks and African pygmy hedgehogs.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston-Super-Mare Uphill Slipway | 18 km | Estuary | Poor | Poor | N/A | Poor |
| Weston Main | 18.3 km | Estuary | Poor | N/A | Poor | N/A |
| Weston-Super-Mare Sand Bay | 18.6 km | Estuary | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Berrow North Of Unity Farm | 18.8 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Brean | 19.2 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Cheddar Caves & Gorge 2.1 km
Wookey Hole Caves & Papermill 6.9 km
Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve 8.3 km
Wells Cathedral 9.5 km
Glastonbury Abbey 13.5 km
National Trust
King John's Hunting Lodge 5.3 km
West Pennard Court Barn 16.6 km
Tyntesfield 19.5 km
Clevedon Court 20.1 km
Stembridge Tower Mill 22.2 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Cheddar Gorge - Black Down - Rowberrow 2.2 km
Charterhouse - Black Down - Velvet Bottom - Charterhouse 4.2 km
The Mendip Hills – a circular walk from Priddy 5 km
Wookey Hole - Priddy - Ebbor Gorge 5.6 km
Burrington Combe - Black Down - Rowberrow - Dolebury 6.5 km
Local events
- Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday 23 June 2027 – Wednesday 23 June 2027)
Glastonbury, England 16.4 km
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday 7 August 2026 – Friday 7 August 2026)
Bristol, England 20.4 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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Frequently asked questions
- Does Mendip Camp have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Mendip Camp dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Mendip Camp? This site’s a brill base for checking out Cheddar Gorge’s walking trails well above sea level, navigating the 500,000-year-old Gough’s Cave or touring the National Trust’s Tudor-era King John’s Hunting Lodge (all … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Mendip Camp?
Camping and touring Arrive: noon – 7 p.m. Depart by: noon If there's no one about on arrival please pitch in the field and a staff menmber will catch up with you later.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Mendip Camp? From €23.05 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.