Croscombe Camping
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- Wild camping with Glastonbury Tor views in Somerset’s Mendip Hills
- A 10-minute drive to Wells, and 20 minutes from Glastonbury
- Wildlife and walks on site; pub a five-minute stroll away
Site type
- 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).
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (excluding couples) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
8 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 6m width × 6m depth
Calculated area: 36m²
Arrival daysFrom £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults
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2 people maximum
Dimensions: 14ft width × 7ft length
Arrival daysFrom £40 (£40) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
98% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again




















Great site.
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Great view of the Tor/surrounding landscape. Simple campsite but has everything you need! I liked how relaxed and quiet the site was. Lots of space and free to pick where you want to pitch your tent.
Disliked Could do with a few more toilets - had the queue a few times.
How friendly Emma was when we turned up . How well the…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked How friendly Emma was when we turned up . How well the grass was cared for. The view. The cats! How warm the showers were. Easy access to the Mendip Way and can be accessed by public transport and a short walk after.
Disliked Nothing.
The views were stunning and all the facilities were well looked after…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked The views were stunning and all the facilities were well looked after
Great place to visit, plenty of room and great views.
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked As always, I love the view and atmosphere. Loos are always clean and there is hot water for the showers. Manageress is super friendly.
Beautiful views over Glastonbury Tour and Quantock Hills. Good showers and toilet…
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Liked Beautiful views over Glastonbury Tour and Quantock Hills. Good showers and toilet facilities. Gently sloping field. Great pub in the village nearby. Fab roast dinner.
Great campsite with all the necessary facilities. Clean toilets and showers and…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Great campsite with all the necessary facilities. Clean toilets and showers and lovely views of the countryside
Would stay again
Perfect location, excellent facilities, very friendly.
Shepherd's hut
Liked Location, location, location! The views from the site are amazing. The site has very good showers and toilets. But is kept very relaxed and informal.
Croscombe close by is lovely and has a very good pub.
Everything! A beautiful, secluded campsite, with wonderful views and friendly campers. We…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Everything! A beautiful, secluded campsite, with wonderful views and friendly campers. We can't wait to go back again!
Lots of space, easy to find, friendly hosts…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Lots of space, easy to find, friendly hosts
Great place to pitch up, absolutely no complaints at all!
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked I loved the amazing view! The camp site was a lot easier to find than expected. toilets and showers were very clean and well kept. The lady that ran the place was very friendly! Great ground to pitch up on, not rocky or uneven. So many ladybirds!
Disliked Just like everywhere that I camp the midnight run to the toilet!
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 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 WifiGroups 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 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
Medium (26-50 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitchNearby leisure
Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Croscombe Camping
Thrupe Lane
Croscombe
Somerset
England
BA5 3RB
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.19797°N
2.58479°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Weston-Super-Mare Uphill Slipway | 31.5 km | Estuary | Poor | Poor | N/A | Poor |
Berrow North Of Unity Farm | 31.5 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Weston Main | 32 km | Estuary | Poor | N/A | Poor | N/A |
Weston-Super-Mare Sand Bay | 32.3 km | Estuary | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Brean | 32.7 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Wells Cathedral 4.5 km
Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve 5.5 km
Wookey Hole Caves & Papermill 6.9 km
Glastonbury Tor 9.9 km
Glastonbury Abbey 10.8 km
National Trust
West Pennard Court Barn 8.7 km
King John's Hunting Lodge 19 km
Lytes Cary Manor 19 km
Stourhead 21.1 km
Stembridge Tower Mill 21.6 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
BISHOP'S PALACE, WELLS 3.7 km
MILTON LODGE AND THE COMBE, WELLS 4.9 km
Wookey Hole and Ebbor Gorge 6.8 km
Wookey Hole - Priddy - Ebbor Gorge 8.2 km
The Mendip Hills – a circular walk from Priddy 9.2 km
Local events
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday, 8 August 2025 – Friday, 8 August 2025)
Bristol, England 27.9 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Croscombe Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Croscombe Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Croscombe Camping? Catch the Somerset history vibe with visits to the flamboyant, Gothic-era Wells Cathedral (10 minutes’ drive), and check out the Bishop’s Palace and Gardens too. Glastonbury (20 minutes) has an atmospheric abbey … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Croscombe Camping?
Camping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Croscombe Camping? From R485,45 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.