Best campsites in the Cotswolds for 2026

The best campsites in the Cotswolds sit within one of England's most rewarding regions for a campervan or caravan holiday: rolling limestone hills, market towns, and country lanes that reward slow travel. This guide covers 7 top campsites in the Cotswolds, from family-friendly farm parks to riverside pitches and woodland retreats, chosen from feedback across thousands of Camplify trips.

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The Cotswolds sits within easy reach of several major cities. From Bristol, you're looking at roughly an hour to the southern edge of the AONB, making it a practical long-weekend destination. Hirers picking up from owners in Bristol or Birmingham will find the Cotswolds a natural first stop on a longer English touring route. Camplify trip data shows that three and four-night stays are the most common across these parks, which makes sense given how much ground there is to cover between Bourton-on-the-Water and Broadway.

The parks below are arranged loosely by geography, moving from the northern Cotswolds down through the central and western fringes. Each one has been selected because it consistently comes up among Camplify's community of owners and hirers as a place worth returning to.

Camping in the northern Cotswolds: farm parks and market town sites

Cotswold Farm Park Holidays

Cotswold Farm Park Holidays sits on the Bemborough Farm estate near Guiting Power, a working farm that has welcomed visitors for decades and is probably best known as the home of the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. The campsite itself is set across open grassland with long views across the wolds, and the combination of proper farm atmosphere and well-kept facilities is what keeps people returning. Pitches range from standard grass to electric hook-up options, and the site is genuinely set up for families with young children.

What makes this one stand out among the best campsites in the Cotswolds is how much there is to do without leaving the farm. The farm park attraction (separate admission) keeps children occupied for a full day, and the on-site café takes the pressure off cooking on arrival night. Hirers who've stayed here rate it highly for the combination of location and on-site activity, particularly for those travelling with children under ten.

The nearest market town is Bourton-on-the-Water, about six miles away, which gives easy access to the Cotswold villages most visitors want to tick off. Book pitches well ahead for school holidays and bank holiday weekends.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 25 miles from Cheltenham, 35 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon

• Best for: Families with young children, first-time campervan hirers

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up pitches, shower and toilet blocks, on-site café, children's farm park (separate admission)

• Book ahead: School holidays, bank holiday weekends, and the summer half-term in particular

Chipping Norton Camping and Caravanning Club Site

A reliable, well-run site that sits just outside Chipping Norton in the north Oxfordshire edge of the Cotswolds, Chipping Norton Camping and Caravanning Club Site is popular among Camplify travellers who want a well-maintained base with straightforward facilities. The site is managed to the high standard you'd expect from the Camping and Caravanning Club, with clean modern facilities and pitches suitable for larger motorhomes and caravans.

Chipping Norton itself is one of the Cotswolds' more characterful market towns, less visited than the honeypot villages further south, and the site sits close enough to walk in for dinner at one of the town's pubs. The surrounding countryside is good walking territory, and the Rollright Stones, a Neolithic stone circle, are only a few miles away. Well-rated by the Camplify community for its location on the quieter, less-touristy northern edge of the Cotswolds.

Non-members can book but are charged at a higher nightly rate. The site is open to motorhomes, caravans and touring units, with hardstanding and grass pitches available.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 22 miles from Oxford, 30 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon

• Best for: Couples, retirees, those wanting a quieter Cotswolds base

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, hardstanding pitches, modern toilet and shower block, motorhome service point

• Book ahead: Summer weekends and the period around Cheltenham Festival in March

Wolford Wood Camping & Cabins

Wolford Wood Camping & Cabins takes a different approach from the club sites. This is a woodland camping destination on the Warwickshire edge of the Cotswolds, with a mix of grass pitches among the trees, bell tents, and self-contained cabins for those who want something closer to glamping. The atmosphere is relaxed and deliberately low-key: no electric hook-up on the standard pitches, which suits those after a more off-grid camping feel without going fully wild.

The woodland setting works particularly well in autumn, when the site is quieter and the tree canopy turns. Camplify owners who know this part of the Cotswolds suggest it as an underrated option for the Shipston-on-Stour and Moreton-in-Marsh corridor, which gives access to some of the most handsome villages in the northern wolds. The on-site fire pits are a genuine draw, and the site's relatively small scale means it never feels overcrowded.

Worth checking the cabin and pitch availability early in the year, as the site has a loyal following and weekend slots go quickly through spring and summer.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 10 miles from Moreton-in-Marsh, 20 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon

• Best for: Couples and small groups wanting an off-grid camping feel, glamping in the Cotswolds

• Key facilities: Woodland pitches, fire pits, cabins and bell tents, composting toilets and basic wash facilities on standard pitches

• Book ahead: Spring and summer weekends; autumn for leaf colour

Central Cotswolds campsites: river valleys and market town access

Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park

Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park is set on a working farm near Charlbury in the Evenlode Valley, one of the quieter river valleys running through the central Cotswolds. The site has a strong reputation among the Camplify community, recommended consistently for its combination of proper countryside setting and solid facilities. Pitches are well-spaced across gently sloping ground, with electric hook-up options and a clean facilities block that hirers returning season after season mention as a reason to come back.

Charlbury itself is a small town with a railway station on the Cotswold Line, which is useful if your group wants to head into Oxford or Moreton-in-Marsh for a day without the vehicle. The Evenlode Valley walks are accessible directly from the site, and Blenheim Palace is within easy driving distance. Among the top campsites in the Cotswolds for those who want to explore the central and eastern reaches of the AONB.

The site is dog friendly, which matters to a significant proportion of Camplify hirers travelling with pets. Camplify owners in the area particularly recommend arriving on a Thursday or Friday to get the best pitch choice before weekend arrivals fill up the site.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 15 miles from Oxford, 20 miles from Cheltenham

• Best for: Families, couples, dog owners, walkers

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, dog-friendly pitches, shower and toilet block, farm setting

• Book ahead: Bank holiday weekends, mid-July to August, and the Blenheim Palace events calendar can affect local demand

Far Peak Camping

The setting at Far Peak Camping is one of the most immediately striking of any site in the Cotswolds. The campsite occupies meadowland beside the River Churn near Cirencester, and the combination of waterside pitches, open skies, and easy access to the Thames Path walking network makes it a firm favourite for those who want the landscape front and centre rather than a facility-heavy site.

Far Peak runs a deliberately informal, back-to-basics operation. Facilities are simple but adequate, and the pitching is relaxed. Dogs are welcome. The site draws a mix of families, van-lifers, and couples, and the atmosphere is unhurried. A go-to for Camplify regulars who know the southern Cotswolds well, particularly those combining a Cotswolds stop with a broader tour of the West Country. For those planning a wider touring route, the 5 best Brecon Beacons campsites are a reasonable day's drive further west.

Cirencester, with its Roman history and good independent food and drink scene, is only a few miles away. This is one of the best campsites in the Cotswolds for those arriving with kayaks or stand-up paddleboards, given the river access.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 3 miles from Cirencester, 25 miles from Cheltenham

• Best for: Couples, families, dog owners, paddlers, those wanting a relaxed atmosphere

• Key facilities: Riverside pitches, fire pits, basic shower and toilet facilities, dog friendly

• Book ahead: July and August fill quickly; the site is popular for summer bank holiday weekends

Campsites in the western Cotswolds and Oxfordshire fringes

Burford Club Campsite

Burford Club Campsite sits on the edge of Burford, widely considered one of the finest small towns in the Cotswolds. The Caravan and Motorhome Club site is well established here, and it ranks among the most highly rated by the Camplify community across the entire region. The site is kept to an excellent standard, with level hardstanding and grass pitches, electric hook-up throughout, and facilities that comfortably serve larger motorhomes.

What makes the location exceptional is walking distance access to Burford itself. The high street runs steeply down to the River Windrush, lined with independent shops, bakeries, and pubs. For hirers who want a genuine market town experience alongside a reliable, well-run campsite, this combination is hard to beat among the best campsites in the Cotswolds. Hirers who've stayed here often mention the short walk to a good pub as a significant part of the appeal.

The Windrush Valley beyond Burford offers some of the most rewarding cycling in the Cotswolds, and the site is within easy range of Bourton-on-the-Water and Bibury. Non-members can stay but pay a higher rate. Advance booking is essential from April through September.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 20 miles from Oxford, 25 miles from Cheltenham

• Best for: Couples, retirees, those wanting a genuine market town base

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, hardstanding pitches, full modern facilities block, motorhome service point

• Book ahead: April through September, especially bank holiday weekends and school holidays

Mayfield Park

Mayfield Park is a family-run site near Cirencester that takes a more polished approach to camping in the Cotswolds. The park sits in a wooded valley setting and offers a mix of touring pitches, static caravans, and camping pods, with facilities that include a swimming pool, which makes it one of the more complete camping and leisure destinations in the region. A recommended choice across the Camplify community for families travelling with children of mixed ages.

The facilities are well maintained and the park is clearly well managed, with staff on site and an active reception. Electric hook-up pitches are available throughout, and the swimming pool is a practical bonus during the school holidays when keeping children occupied becomes its own logistical challenge. For a broader sense of what's available across southern England's best parks, the 5 best Weymouth campsites and best campsites in Somerset are worth bookmarking for a longer tour.

Cirencester and the broader Cotswold Water Park are both within easy reach, giving access to water sports, nature reserves, and the town's excellent Roman heritage. Camplify owners in the Cirencester area suggest combining a stay here with a visit to the Corinium Museum for context on just how long people have been drawn to this corner of England.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 3 miles from Cirencester, 28 miles from Cheltenham

• Best for: Families with children, longer stays, mixed-age groups

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, swimming pool, camping pods, toilet and shower block, family facilities

• Book ahead: School holidays are busy; the site is popular for summer stays of four nights or more

More camping destinations nearby

The Cotswolds sits at the heart of some of England's most rewarding touring country, and the destinations below are all within a day's drive for those extending their trip.

• Best campsites in England – A broad overview of the country's standout sites, useful for planning a longer tour beyond the Cotswolds.

• Best campsites in Cornwall – Atlantic coastline, dramatic cliffs, and some of England's best surf-adjacent camping.

• Best campsites in Devon – Dartmoor and two coastlines, well suited to those heading south after a Cotswolds stay.

• Best campsites in Dorset – Jurassic Coast camping with easy access to Lyme Regis and Chesil Beach.

• Best campsites in Somerset – From the Mendips to Exmoor, a natural next stop heading west from the Cotswolds.

• Best campsites in the New Forest – Ancient woodland and open heathland, popular with Camplify hirers on southern England circuits.

• Best campsites on the Isle of Wight – A ferry-accessible island destination that rewards those willing to put in the extra leg.

Find your Cotswolds campervan and book your pitch

The best campsites in the Cotswolds fill up fast, especially through the summer and over bank holiday weekends. Browse campervans and caravans available to hire from local owners across the region, pick up from wherever suits you, and pair your hire with a pitch at one of the seven sites above.