Swallow Barn Farm
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- Off-grid Somerset farm campsite with spectacular Bristol Channel views
- A 10-minute drive to Cheddar Gorge; 25 minutes to Weston-super-Mare
- Grass pitches with basic facilities; five minutes’ walk to the pub
Site type
20
20
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (excluding couples) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Units longer than 6 metres are not allowed.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, 01 Mar to
Reviews
Voted 83% of visitors View breakdown
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Quiet site with wonderful views.
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Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch (sloping, maximum 6 metres)
Liked: The view - amazing!
Quiet - we were the only people there
Short walk to a great pub.
Position - loads of wonderful scenery and good walks on the doorstep.
We like a minimalist site - only facilities are 2 portaloos, a tap and washing up sink. Suited us fine.
Disliked: The toilets might have been cleaner.
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Excellent site close to M5
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Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch (sloping, maximum 6 metres)
Liked: Natural field in rural location with good far reaching countryside views and beautiful sunsets. Choose your own location in the field. Located within a 2 minute walk of a nice country pub that serves good food (Swan Inn)
Ideally located close to M5 so we were able to stay one night to break up our journey up country.
Reasonably priced and quiet.
Disliked: Facilities are very basic ie portaloo and one outside sink. This was not a problem for us as we are self contained in a motorhome and this is also made clear in advert for the site ,but may be off putting to people who aren’t able to bring own facilities.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind review, we always appreciate the feedback. So pleased you enjoyed your stay with us.
Nice simple site in a good location.
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Liked: Laid back camping with great views. Very nice nearby pub and walks, close to Cheddar.
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review, we really appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed your stay.
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Liked: Everything, was so relaxed
Disliked: Nothing
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From the manager: Thank you so much! We really appreciate your review, so pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Back to basics, plenty of room, lovely views of the country…
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Liked: Back to basics, plenty of room, lovely views of the country side and river Severn, only a porta loo (clean and well stocked) and cold water but that suits us anyway, will definitely visit again.
Disliked: Nothing to dislike.
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From the manager: Thank you so much, your review means a lot to us and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and the beautiful sunset that night
Will definitely be revisiting this lovely spot
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Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch (sloping, maximum 6 metres)
Liked: Beautiful view, great price and a very short walk to a lovely Butcombe pub and fabulous walks through the countryside
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From the manager: Thank you so much for an amazing review, so pleased you had a lovely stay with us, and enjoyed the local pub!
Very good price, safe, lovely location and quieter than big sites.
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Liked: It was quiet, there was a family or 2 there but not loads of kids. Essentially there were enough people to feel safe, but not so many it felt crowded+lacking privacy+peace. Horses in field next to camping field, beautiful sunset and lovely sleep...all for very good price.
Disliked: I have my own toilet set up in van, so I wasn't too fussed with there being just a portaloo....but did use it on way out and got bit worried it was going to fall over lol. So just be careful using it at night. Not sure if it isn't level?
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From the manager: Thank you for a lovely review, so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. We will definitely check that the toilet doesn’t wobble!!
Really lovely, peaceful site. A huge field. Will defo be back. Thank…
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Liked: Really lovely, peaceful site. A huge field. Will defo be back. Thank you. A portaloo (always clean and well stocked) and a water tap. That's all one needs. Thanks, again.
Disliked: Nothing.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your amazing review, we so much appreciate it. So glad you love staying with us.
Our favourite type of site - great views, no fixed pitches and…
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Liked: Our favourite type of site - great views, no fixed pitches and loads of space
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From the manager: Thank you for leaving a great review, we really appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Would like to stay again.
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Non-electric grass and earth tent or motorhome pitch (sloping, maximum 6 metres)
Liked: Views, dog-friendly, spacious, pegs went in ok, simple and informal. Good pub nearby. Ideal for walking Mendip Way.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for an amazing review, so pleased you had a good stay with us.
Features
Portable toilet
Dogs 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
D. of E. 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 No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Swallow Barn Farm
Rowberrow
Winscombe
Somerset
England
BS25 1QN
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.31897°N
-2.79111°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 Sand Bay | 13.2 km | Estuary | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Weston Main | 13.6 km | Estuary | Poor | N/A | Poor | N/A |
| Weston-Super-Mare Uphill Slipway | 13.9 km | Estuary | Poor | Poor | N/A | Poor |
| Clevedon Beach | 14.2 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Brean | 15.3 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Cheddar Caves & Gorge 4.5 km
Wookey Hole Caves & Papermill 13.1 km
Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve 14.3 km
Wells Cathedral 15.7 km
Brunel's ss Great Britain 19.2 km
National Trust
King John's Hunting Lodge 4.1 km
Clevedon Court 13.7 km
Tyntesfield 14.5 km
Westbury College Gatehouse 22.9 km
West Pennard Court Barn 23.1 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Burrington Combe - Rowberrow - Dolebury 2.7 km
Burrington Combe - Black Down - Rowberrow - Dolebury 2.8 km
Winscombe 2.9 km
Winscombe - Barton - Crook Peak - Wavering Down - Winscombe 3 km
Cheddar Gorge - Black Down - Rowberrow 4.6 km
Local events
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday, 8 August 2025 – Friday, 8 August 2025)
Bristol, England 16.2 km
- Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday, 25 June 2025 – Wednesday, 25 June 2025)
Glastonbury, England 22.8 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
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Swallow Barn Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Swallow Barn Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Swallow Barn Farm? Spectacular landscapes are everywhere in this corner of Somerset, and you can admire the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (15 minutes’ drive) on foot or by bike. Try the Blackdown … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Swallow Barn Farm?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Swallow Barn Farm? From R383,43 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.