Ridgeway View Campsite

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Visitor image of the views
Visitor image of the views
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Visitor image of the sunset from the field
The campsite margins and view of the chiltern hills photo by hayley worsfold
Map & directions
Morning view
Standard 9 x 12 metre pitches
Tent pitch with our campfire kit!
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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 and cold-water showers. 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 60
Open now
Opens 17 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Group bookings of 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Facilities/activities including campfires and blocks are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
  • This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

Dutch

English

French

Open from Thu, 17 Apr to

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Reviews

9.3

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95% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

Superb, basic campsite with amazing views & Ridgeway access. Peaceful, friendly staff. Basic but clean facilities (portaloos, cold showers). Great for quiet nature breaks, but can be windy. Good base for exploring.

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Anonymous

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Liked Wonderful views from the campsite itself and a very short walk away on the Ridgeway path running parallel to the site.
Great location for walks / cycling away from busier roads and town centre.
Cold shower did the job.
Portaloos, although unpleasant by their very nature (don’t flush, smell bad) were clean, and well stocked with toilet paper throughout.
Spacious.
Friendly host, very accommodating when I called to ask some questions.

Disliked One guest had their very loud generator going until the early hours of the morning, which was very selfish and stopped us from sleeping. It would be great if guests could be reminded that this is a very loud noise, and so should not be running after 10:30. Everyone else respected the quiet hours per the campsite rules and was very respectful.

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From the manager: Thanks for the review.
Sorry about the generator and noise, I have spoken to the people in question and they have apologised and promised to stick to the rules.
If there are any issues with noise do be sure to call or text the 24 hour phone number.

Would absolutely recommend this campsite, we’ll definitely be back!

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Anonymous

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Liked We had such a lovely stay here this weekend! The facilities were good, plenty of bins around that were emptied regularly (a small detail that makes a big difference). The location was beautiful and easy to get to, and the whole atmosphere felt really relaxed and welcoming. With walking routes right on your doorstep and a perfect spot to watch the sunset. It’s also a dog friendly site, which made our trip so much more enjoyable.

Disliked We couldn’t extend our stay because of work. We would have happily stayed longer. Thanks so much for a wonderful weekend.

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From the manager: Thanks for the kind review, a shame you couldn't stay longer but you are very welcome back:)

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Anonymous

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Liked Wonderful views, lots of space, friendly people and it's right on/midway on(more or less 40 miles East to Overton & 40 miles West to Ivanhoe) the Ridgeway.
Great for hiking & cycling and kite flying
Good/stable 4g Internet connection

Disliked Note on prices: I'd have preferred to have paid a little less but then again I have to accept that all prices have leapt recently and it is high season. Glad to have been able to afford to stay.

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From the manager: Thanks for the great review and we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again :)

Brilliant site loads of space nice…

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Ian B.

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Liked Brilliant site loads of space nice clean.

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From the manager: Glad you enjoyed your stay; hope to see you again :)

Great site loads of space and…

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Ian B.

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Liked Great site loads of space and nice and clean.

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From the manager: Thanks for the great review Ian :) You're welcome back any time (during the season of course!).

Great place. Only stayed the 1…

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Ben L.

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Liked Great place. Only stayed the 1 night but all good.

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

Great open space. Nice views and…

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Anonymous

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Liked Great open space. Nice views and close to a lot of things. Only one night with the kids but will definitely be back again for a few days, great escape from the busy world and the kids had a blast.

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From the manager: Glad you all had a nice time. Looking forward to having you back with us :)

We absolutely love coming here. Our…

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Anonymous

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Liked We absolutely love coming here. Our 3rd visit this Summer. We call it the Sunset camp. Our children love the freedom, we search for wildflowers and bugs in the hedgerows and learn about the stars. We even love a cold shower.

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From the manager: And you're always welcome here :) Thanks for the photos, see you soon no doubt!

A great site - lots of space, very quiet at night. Wonderful views.

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Sarah I.

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Liked Spacious, quiet, beautiful views. Lots of portaloos.

Disliked Nothing!

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From the manager: Thanks Sarah, glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Hope to see you again :)

Peaceful, will definitely return

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Anonymous

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Liked Absolutely perfect tranquility, including a lovely walk to the King William Pub

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From the manager: You are more than welcome back, glad you enjoyed your stay :)

Features

Portable toilet

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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse 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

  • Reading Festival (Thursday, 21 August 2025 – Thursday, 21 August 2025)

    Reading, England 15.4 km

  • Farnborough International Airshow (Monday, 20 July 2026 – Monday, 20 July 2026)

    Farnborough, England 41.6 km

  • CarFest (Friday, 22 August 2025 – Friday, 22 August 2025)

    Basingstoke, England 42.2 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?
    Camping and caravan
    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 $46.25 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.