Ridgeway View Campsite

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Visitor image of the views
Visitor image of the views
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
Map & directions
Standard 9 x 12 metre pitches
Tent pitch with our campfire kit!
Bell tent at ridgeway view campsite, with the beautiful field margins photo by hayley worsfold
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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, three cold-water showers and one gas-heated shower. 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.

Campground type

Tent sites 85
RV sites 85
Open now
Opens May 2
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 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).
  • Facilities/activities including campfires and blocks are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
  • 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.
  • Group bookings of 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

Dutch

English

French

Open from Sat, May 2 to

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Reviews

9.1

Overall rating from 380 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

95% would recommend this campground to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

This spacious, back-to-basics campground offers beautiful views and direct access to the Ridgeway for hikes. Guests love the peaceful vibe, ample room, and clean port-a-potties and cold showers. Fire pits are rentable. While some found it pricey or noted the basic amenities, many appreciated the serene setting and good value, with frequent mentions of returning.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 6/9/2026

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Arrival date (latest first)

Clean & basic facilities, beautiful location, shower needs attention

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7 out of 10
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Mark B. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Beautiful quiet countryside.
Very clean toilets/sinks.

Disliked I already expected cold showers, but the metal box shower cubicles needs some attention. You need strong hands to operate the lock to stop the door swinging open 😄

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet and beautiful site!

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Quiet, lots of space, beautiful views - everything as described!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Many thanks, hope to see you again :)

Spacious

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Easy to check in and lots of space. We could also have a fire pit

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks for the great review, glad you enjoyed your stay :)

Personally the perfect spot - minimal…

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Glen H. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Personally the perfect spot - minimal occupancy midweek and the walk up the ridgeway was everything

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks so much, and the Landy looks right at home!

Will definitely go again

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Gareth L. 2 reviews

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Beautifully peaceful campsite in the middle of farmland. A chance to really step off the hamster wheel of everyday life. Kestrels hovering over the field edges. Blackbird song everywhere

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi Gareth, thanks for the great review. It's a great place for birdwatchers with the kites, kestrels, blackbirds, various finches, lost pheasants and many other small hedgerow nesters.

Excellent place !…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Excellent place !

Disliked None

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks! We like it too! Hope to see you again :)

Vast space and the choice to…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Vast space and the choice to pitch up anywhere in the field! An easy check in and a beautiful sight!

Disliked We didn’t use the showers but maybe a few more could help!

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks so much for the review, glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again soon :)

Was amazing just to get away…

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 Charlotte B. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Was amazing just to get away from everything with the kids beautiful views and so peaceful

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks Charlotte, that moonrise on Saturday was pretty spectacular wasn't it :)

Grounds were really well kept. Lovely…

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Brett E. 1 review

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Grounds were really well kept. Lovely place. Loads of space. Even though just portaloos they were well stocked and very clean.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thanks Brett, glad you had a nice time. We're very proud of the land so it's always nice when someone recognises the maintenance :)

peaceful but expensive

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 Marnie J. 9 reviews

Primitive grass and earth campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked big empty field. on the ridgeway so great for walks. Facilities were basic but clean.

Disliked Expensive for a back to basics site.
Everything was dealt with through texts, though the man loading the wood store was helpful when I asked about walks.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hi Marnie, we have always been a hands-off site since we started 6 years ago, but there's always someone on the end of the phone if you have a question. Glad Luke was able to help you with some walks.

Features

Portable toilet

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 Remote location Spectacular scenery 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 Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback 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

Bus
8.3 mi Lewknor Turn M40 J6
9.9 mi Calcot Sainsbury's
12.9 mi Thornhill Park and Ride
Rail
2.8 mi Cholsey Rail Station
4.6 mi Goring & Streatley Rail Station
6.6 mi Didcot Parkway Rail Station
Airport
19.5 mi London Oxford Airport
27.3 mi London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
28.5 mi 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 6.6 mi

West Wycombe Park 10.5 mi

University of Oxford Botanic Garden 13.3 mi

Christ Church Cathedral 13.3 mi

Modern Art Oxford 13.4 mi

National Trust

Basildon Park 6 mi

Greys Court 6.6 mi

Priory Cottages 10.2 mi

West Wycombe Park 13.1 mi

Long Crendon Courthouse 14 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

FAIRMILE HOSPITAL 2 mi

Cholsey - Blewbury - Ridgeway - Goring 2.8 mi

Shillingford Bridge Hotel - Brightwell-cum-Sotwell 3.3 mi

Shillingford - Benson Lock - Wallingford 3.4 mi

Shillingford - Dorchester - Warborough 3.4 mi

Local events

  • Henley Royal Regatta (Tuesday, June 30, 2026 – Tuesday, June 30, 2026)

    Henley On Thames, England 9 mi

  • Rewind South (Friday, August 21, 2026 – Friday, August 21, 2026)

    Henley On Thames, England 9.1 mi

  • Reading Festival (Thursday, August 27, 2026 – Thursday, August 27, 2026)

    Reading, England 9.6 mi

  • Blenheim Palace Flower Show (Friday, June 19, 2026 – Friday, June 19, 2026)

    Woodstock, England 21.4 mi

  • Wilderness Festival (Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Thursday, July 30, 2026)

    Oxford, England 25.6 mi

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?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    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 $29.50 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.