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General
- Secluded riverside site 20 minutes' drive from Oxford
- Wild camping, wild swimming and kayaking
- Brazier, logs and welcome pack included: acclaimed farm produce to buy
Wild swimming in Oxfordshire… what a clever notion. D'Oyleys Farm is an excellent option if you’re visiting Oxford and want a bit of adventure along the way: this laidback place has a riverside setting, a wild camping vibe and the means for outdoor cooking and picnics at its lush little island.
This is Boys’ – and Girls’ – Own Adventure stuff: the farm is in a secluded setting by the Thames, with pitch numbers carefully managed so that guests have loads of room and plenty of peace. Plunge into the river for a wild swimming session at the designated area with shallow and deep ends as well as steps; wander by the water with picnic and book, set off kayaking… or stay on site to indulge your wild side by building dens or shinnying up trees.
A highlight of the site is the little island, where the D'Oyleys Farm team has set up the ‘BBQ shack' with cooking facilities, woodburning stove, deck space and a campfire area, where you can sizzle up supper on your own woodfired cooking stove (brazier and hurricane lantern hire plus a bag of logs are all included in the pitch price).
And another, also excellent, highlight? D'Oyleys is home to an acclaimed farm shop and prepares breakfast packs (bacon, sausages and eggs) and barbecue packs (lamb chops, chicken drumsticks, steaks and burgers) for guests, all home produced and all easily sorted by ordering before you arrive – use the details in your booking confirmation email. A welcome pack is included in the price too, with olive oil, toilet roll and other bits and pieces.
When (if) you crave a bit of city life, Oxford is half an hour away by bus via the service running from the village 15 minutes’ stroll away, or about 20 minutes by car. The farm is four miles from Junction 7 of the M40, so it’s easy to get out and about from here by car too.
The local pub (dog- and welly-friendly) is 15 minutes' walk away.
Open from 05/14/2021 to 10/01/2021
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
Facilities/activities including Kayak Hire are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
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Max. persons: 6 x
One Tent or Camper trailer or Class B motorhome allowed per pitch
Pitch size : unlimited
Ground type: Grass and earth
Car
Max. persons: 2 x
Dimensions: 2.4m width x 3.7m length (8.0ft width x 12.0ft length) Calculated area: 8.9m² (96.0ft²)
Reviews
Lovely sized, private pitches, friendly staff. Perfect place to relax
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excellent place
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Another lovely few days enjoying the peace and the river.
From the manager...
Sorry about that David - typical farm but always on hand with the jump leads!! |
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Large open fields on a family run farm. Friendly staff.
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Glad you had a lovely experience. That is what it is all about. |
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Quiet, isolated beautiful setting. Extremely friendly and welcoming. Clean facilities. …
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Looking forward to welcoming you back again later in September. |
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Back to basics camping, just what you need every once in a while.
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Out of the way setting. Spacious pitches. Provided wood burners.
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Glad you had a lovely time. Look forward to seeing you again next year. |
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High praise. Thank you |
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Love love love! Perfect spot to get back to nature!
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It was a pleasure to have you and thank you for comments. |
Features
Coronavirus
Capacity reduced to increase social distancing
Check-in: contactless (in person)
Check-in: self check-in (unattended)
Dedicated toilet facility per glamping unit
Dedicated toilet per pitch
Deep cleaning of accommodation units between guests
Hand sanitizing stations
More frequent emptying of bins
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
Car parking by site/unit
Composting toilet
Dog park
Drying room
Free wifi
Grocery store
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Laundromat
Local produce
Parent & baby washroom
Payphone
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
Pub toilets
Restrooms
Shower available
Washing-up area
Wheelchair access
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
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
Hikers’ paradise
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Communal fridge
Dump station
Electric car charging point(s)
No drinkable water point
No hot water
No running water
Propane/gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Convenience store nearby
Dog walk nearby
Public transportation nearby
Type
Farm
Pop-up campsite
Tiny (1-10 sites)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Touring and motorhomes
Seasonal sites
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Thornhill Park and Ride
— 8.1 kilometres
Thornhill Park and Ride — 8.1 kilometres
Headington Shops — 8.9 kilometres
- Train stations
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Radley Rail Station
— 7.5 kilometres
Culham Rail Station — 8.6 kilometres
Appleford Rail Station — 9.9 kilometres
- Ferry ports
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Shepperton Ferry Landing
— 58.5 kilometres
- Airports
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London Oxford Airport
— 19.6 kilometres
Bus from Oxford, T1 from St Aldates Street to Stadhampton, 10-minute walk along footpaths from village.
Nearest large stations Oxford, Thame and Haddenham Parkway.
Local attractions
Oxford, of course: take the 20-minute drive or 30-minute bus ride to the city centre for wanders around the university buildings and museums, potters around the market, and, for Tolkien fans, a reverent pint in his fave pub The Eagle and Child.
The farm is between the Cotswolds and Chiltern Hills Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty for hikes and scenic strolls in either direction; wanderers could also venture off to Stratford-upon-Avon or Royal Leamington Spa about an hour away.
Staying close to home, a footpath leads directly from the site to local villages.
Must see
- University of Oxford Botanic Garden (10.0 kilometres)
- Christ Church Cathedral (10.4 kilometres)
- Modern Art Oxford (10.5 kilometres)
National Trust
- Long Crendon Courthouse (13.1 kilometres)
- Boarstall Duck Decoy (14.5 kilometres)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
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| Arrive: | 3 p.m. – | 7 p.m. |
| Depart by: | noon | |
| On-site accommodation | ||
| Arrive: | 3 p.m. – | 7 p.m. |
| Depart by: | noon | |
D'Oyleys Farm cancellation policy
Balance refunds: no penalties
Modifications are subject to a £10,00 (R199,23) fee.
Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
Deposit transferable during COVID-19.
The remainder is payable direct to D'Oyleys Farm on arrival.
Pitches: a £10,00 (R199,23) deposit is required on arrival and will be refunded on departure when returning the gate badge/barrier pass/toilet keys
Deposit transferable during COVID-19. During COVID-19 you can transfer your deposit to a future stay booked within 3 months of your arrival date. Read more.Payment methods accepted on the park
Bank transferCash
Visa
MasterCard
Maestro
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- How much is payable upfront? A 15% transferable deposit is payable when you book, with the balance payable on arrival. Read more
- Does D'Oyleys Farm have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is D'Oyleys Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near D'Oyleys Farm? Oxford, of course: take the 20-minute drive or 30-minute bus ride to the city centre for wanders around the university buildings and museums, potters around the market, and, for Tolkien fans, a … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of D'Oyleys Farm?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: noon On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at D'Oyleys Farm? From R914,20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
Thank you guys - delighted you enjoyed your peaceful stay and the cool of the river - back into heat wave 3 this week!!