Kingsettle Camping Retreat

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Shepherd's hut exterior
Shepherd's hut exterior
Shepherd's hut at night
Sunset over the shepherd's hut
Shepherd's hut pitch
Pitches mown into the long grass
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Shepherd's hut at night
Sunset over the shepherd's hut
Shepherd's hut pitch

  • Quiet Somerset meadow site 10 minutes' drive from Bruton
  • A 10-minute drive to Stourhead and 25 minutes to Longleat
  • Simple facilities provided, plus a firepit for each pitch
You may possibly hear the sound of a few animals in neighbouring fields, the odd tractor going about its business or children playing in a distant part of the farm, but otherwise it’s a very peaceful rural setup on site at Kingsettle Camping Retreat, in the Somerset countryside about 10 minutes’ drive from Bruton. This is a place that’s all about enjoying nature – pitches are mown into a meadow, so you’ll be surrounded by wild grasses and flowers and may well share your space with all sorts of wildlife. Firepits are provided so you can cook dinner over a campfire while watching the sun set or keep warm while looking up into a canopy of stars overhead. Supplies for your campfire or picnic can be picked up in Bruton, which has plenty of independent shops along with a collection of lovely places to eat if you’d rather treat yourselves. There are a few country pubs around too – one of the best locally is about a five-minute drive or 45-minute walk away. Back at base, facilities have been kept simple but all essentials are covered – guests have access to toilets, showers, a washing-up area, chemical disposal and places to charge gadgets. As this site is just on the edge of the Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you won’t be short of places for a scenic walk or bike ride nearby. Kingsettle is also in a handy spot for getting out and about, as within a 10-minute drive, guests can get to Stourhead's house and gardens, Hauser & Wirth Somerset or The Newt in Somerset. Also catch an event at The Bath & West Showground (20 minutes’ drive), mingle with the animals at Longleat’s safari park (25 minutes) or soak up the views at Stonehenge (35 minutes).

Site type

Motorhome pitches 20
Tent pitches 20
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Touring caravan pitches 20
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Please note
  • 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).
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Although this site is mostly adults-only, please note that there may be families with children in a separate area of the site.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.5

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Peaceful

96% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

Secluded eco-campsite with vast, private pitches in a meadow. Praised for peace, spotless facilities (compost toilets, showers), and helpful owner. 'Off-grid' feel aids relaxation. Owner's addressing track access issues after rain.

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Deborah N.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked It was perfect for us . We loved everything about it . Spotlessly clean and everything you needed . Lovely large private pitches and areas for wildlife .

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Beautiful well maintained camp site, quiet and tranquil

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Richard M.

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Pitch sizes
Chilled out vibe

Disliked Nothing

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Highly recommended.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch (no pets)

Liked Lovely rural pitches around the edge of a hay meadow, quiet. Good showers (spacious) and perfectly acceptable compost toilets. Friendly owner, well organised site.

Disliked Nothing

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The most lovely, peaceful atmosphere- beautiful…

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Kat B.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked The most lovely, peaceful atmosphere- beautiful surroundings and really spacious, flat pitch. Facilities were great- basic but as described.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Suggestion - maybe Naked Sprout toilet tissue?

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Anita O.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch (no pets)

Liked I wanted quiet, it was quiet even in the middle of August!!

I also loved that it is ecoi friendly with compost loos , wooden shower cubicles - which even a swallow took to resting there! That speaks for itself when nature trusts human places.
Thank you Jenny.

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Great site will visit again

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Allen K.

Non-electric grass touring pitch

Liked Great peaceful site,
Very clean facilities
Large pitches, plenty if privacy
The owner Jenny was very friendly,
Helpful and informative about the area

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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Spaciousness and glad firepits were not…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch (no pets)

Liked Spaciousness and glad firepits were not in use (dry grass) as I wouldn't be thrilled to have someone else's smoky fire floating through my van.

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely site, had a very spacious…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely site, had a very spacious level non EHU pitch with gorgeous views. Lovely friendly owner, good location for Ludlow and Shropshire hills. Very good food pub down the road.

Disliked The facilities were very clean but I’m afraid composting toilets are not for me! Luckily we had an alternative.

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Just a beautiful site and well looked after x

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Just M.

Non-electric grass campervan, tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Beautiful and peaceful campsite, lovely owner Jenny , very friendly , kind and approachable. Facilities clean and well looked after. Good size pitches , secure and very private. As a solo female camper I felt so save. My little dog Toby ( usually anxious doggo) felt so comfortable and loved running around . For sure we will be back again . Thank u Jenny for having us and I hope u are proud of the beautiful campsite u have, it’s 💯 retreat. As someone who works with people I really needed no people time . One more thing, I loved the no mobile time - thank u 🌹🌹🌹

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely peaceful site in a beautiful…

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Alec E.

Shepherd's hut (no pets)

Liked Lovely peaceful site in a beautiful spot

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

No dogs allowed

Adults only

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year No dogs allowed

Themes

Peaceful Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Location

Kingsettle Camping Retreat

Kingsettle Hill

Bruton

Somerset

England

BA10 0LB

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.11235°N
2.38688°W

Nearest transport

Coach
14 km Market Place
14 km Market Place
14.3 km Rectory Road
Rail
4.2 km Bruton Rail Station
9.6 km Castle Cary Rail Station
11.8 km Gillingham (Dorset) Rail Station
Ferry
40.1 km Temple Meads Station Ferry Landing
40.1 km Prince Street Bridge Ferry Landing
40.2 km Millennium Square Ferry Landing
Airport
38 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

Built in the 1700s, Stourhead (10 minutes’ drive) is a National Trust-run house renowned for its Palladian-style architecture (with its exquisitely symmetrical proportions). After checking out the artworks and Chippendale furniture in the mansion, you can stroll around the spectacular gardens, centred around a lake and dotted with elegant follies. If you want to make the petrolhead in the family happy, you could take them to Haynes Motor Museum (20 minutes). Here, in a former munitions depot, is more than a century’s worth of vintage cars and motorcycles, from a 1915 Ford Model T to a Formula One Williams, plus sections devoted to luxury vehicles and microcars. Why not make like the Ancient Romans and head to the city of Bath (55 minutes)? Book yourself into a spa to soak in mineral-rich thermal waters, or simply stroll around the Georgian centre pretending to be a Jane Austen heroine (the author lived in the city in the early 1800s).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Berrow North Of Unity Farm 47.8 km Estuary N/AExcellentGoodGood
Weston-Super-Mare Uphill Slipway 48.2 km Estuary PoorPoorN/APoor

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Stourhead House and Garden 4.7 km

Longleat 11.2 km

Haynes International Motor Museum 14.4 km

Fleet Air Arm Museum 20.7 km

Wells Cathedral 21.1 km

National Trust

Stourhead 4.7 km

West Pennard Court Barn 18.4 km

Lytes Cary Manor 21.7 km

Westwood Manor 25.4 km

Tintinhull Garden 27.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

STOURHEAD 3.5 km

REDLYNCH PARK 3.9 km

Stourton - Leland Trail - Macmillan Way - Stourton 5 km

White Sheet Hill and White Sheet Downs 6.7 km

Maiden Bradley - Forest Road - Gare Hill 8.2 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 Kingsettle Camping Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Kingsettle Camping Retreat dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Kingsettle Camping Retreat? Built in the 1700s, Stourhead (10 minutes’ drive) is a National Trust-run house renowned for its Palladian-style architecture (with its exquisitely symmetrical proportions). After checking out the artworks and Chippendale furniture in … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Kingsettle Camping Retreat?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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