Best campsites in Somerset: 8 top picks for 2026

Somerset is one of the most rewarding counties in England for a campervan or caravan trip, and these eight best campsites in Somerset span everything from the Mendip Hills to the Quantock foothills and the edge of Exmoor. The best campsites in Somerset cover a county of remarkable variety, where ancient market towns, cider orchards, and coastline all sit within an easy day's drive of each other. Pick up a campervan from a local owner, and Somerset starts to make a lot of sense.

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Somerset sits roughly an hour south of Bristol on the M5, which makes it one of the most accessible rural escapes for anyone heading out from the city. Travellers coming from Cardiff can reach the county in under ninety minutes once they're across the Severn. Camplify trip data shows that Somerset attracts a strong mix of family groups and couples, with demand peaking over bank holidays and throughout the school summer holidays. Picking up your vehicle from a local owner in Bristol or Cardiff puts you on the road without any complicated logistics.

Somerset campsites in the Mendip Hills and Vale of Taunton

Old Oaks Touring & Glamping Park

Old Oaks Touring & Glamping Park sits on the southern slopes of the Mendip Hills near Glastonbury, and it is one of the most consistently well-regarded campsites in Somerset among the Camplify community. The park occupies a working farm setting with panoramic views across the Somerset Levels, and on a clear morning the light across that flat, ancient landscape is genuinely arresting. The site has a relaxed, unhurried atmosphere that keeps hirers coming back season after season.

Facilities are well maintained and the pitches are generously spaced, with electric hook-up available across the touring area. Glamping options make it accessible for those who want a comfortable introduction to outdoor stays. The proximity to Glastonbury means you have the town's independent shops, the Tor, and Glastonbury Abbey all within a short drive, which gives the stay a cultural dimension beyond the campsite itself.

Camplify travellers consistently rate Old Oaks as a strong base for exploring the Mendips, the Somerset Levels Nature Reserve, and the cycling trails that thread through the area. It books up quickly around the Glastonbury Festival period (even for those not attending), so securing your pitch well in advance is sensible.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 25 miles from Bristol; 6 miles from Glastonbury

• Best for: Couples, families, solo travellers wanting a scenic Mendips base

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, glamping pods, well-maintained shower and toilet blocks, on-site shop

• Book ahead: Glastonbury Festival weeks, August bank holiday, school summer holidays

Greenacres Touring Park

Greenacres Touring Park is positioned just outside Wellington, a market town at the foot of the Blackdown Hills, and it offers a quiet, well-run base for exploring the southern reaches of the county. The park is popular among Camplify travellers who want a tidier, more organised site without the busyness of a large holiday park. Pitches are level, the facilities block is clean and modern, and the surrounding countryside is gentle enough for an evening walk without needing to drive anywhere.

Wellington itself is an underappreciated Somerset town with a good range of independent shops and a decent high street, and the nearby Wellington Monument on the Blackdowns provides an easy ramble with commanding views. The M5 junction is close enough to make arrival and departure straightforward, which matters after a long drive.

Owners familiar with this corner of Somerset suggest that Greenacres is a particularly good choice for first-time campervan hirers who want a well-supported experience rather than a remote or challenging site. The Taunton area offers canal walks, National Trust properties, and some fine country pubs within a short drive.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 45 miles from Bristol; 8 miles from Taunton

• Best for: Families, first-time hirers, couples exploring the Blackdown Hills

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, modern amenity block, hardstanding pitches available, dog friendly

• Book ahead: School summer holidays, bank holiday weekends

Camping in Somerset's Cheddar Gorge and Mendip plateau

Bucklegrove Holiday Park

Bucklegrove Holiday Park is one of the best-known campsites in Somerset for families, sitting just outside Rodney Stoke in the heart of the Mendips with Cheddar Gorge only a few minutes away by road. The park offers a well-rounded set of facilities including a swimming pool, which makes it a reliable choice when the Somerset weather decides not to cooperate. The landscape around the site is classic limestone country, with dry-stone walls and ancient woodland on the surrounding hillsides.

A favourite among Camplify hirers travelling with children, Bucklegrove combines the on-site entertainment of a holiday park with genuine access to outstanding natural landscapes. Cheddar Gorge itself is one of England's most dramatic geological features, and being this close means you can visit early or late in the day when the coach parties have thinned out. Wookey Hole, the ancient cave system, is equally accessible from the park.

Electric hook-up pitches are available throughout, and the motorhome service point makes longer stays easy to manage. The park's position on the edge of the plateau also puts you within reach of the Mendip Way long-distance path for those who enjoy a morning ramble before breakfast.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 20 miles from Bristol; 4 miles from Cheddar

• Best for: Families, groups, anyone prioritising access to Cheddar Gorge and Wookey Hole

• Key facilities: Swimming pool, electric hook-up, motorhome service point, bar and restaurant, dog friendly

• Book ahead: August, all bank holidays, half-term weeks

Southfork Caravan Park

Southfork Caravan Park takes a quieter approach to camping in Somerset, offering a small, adults-preferred site near the village of Highbridge on the Somerset Levels. The flat, open character of the Levels is distinctive and not to everyone's taste, but for those who appreciate big skies, abundant birdlife, and a genuine sense of rural quiet, it delivers in spades. The RSPB Ham Wall and Shapwick Heath nature reserves are within easy reach, making this an excellent base for wildlife watching.

The Camplify community knows this park as a good option for hirers who want to avoid the larger, more commercial sites without sacrificing reasonable facilities. Pitches are well separated, and the overall atmosphere is calm. Bridgwater is the nearest town for supplies, and the Somerset coast at Burnham-on-Sea is a short drive for a bracing walk along the estuary.

For travelling companions who are bringing dogs, the flat terrain of the Levels makes for easy walking in all directions, and the network of drainage rhynes and footpaths offers good circuit options without significant elevation.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 35 miles from Bristol; 5 miles from Bridgwater

• Best for: Adults, couples, wildlife enthusiasts, dog owners

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, hardstanding pitches, dog friendly, quiet adults-preferred atmosphere

• Book ahead: Spring and autumn for birdwatching season; summer bank holidays

Top campsites in Somerset near Exmoor and the Quantocks

Home Farm Holiday Park

Home Farm Holiday Park is set on the edge of Minehead, giving it one of the most dramatic positions of any campsite in Somerset, with Exmoor National Park rising directly behind the town and the Bristol Channel stretching out in front. The West Somerset Railway, England's longest heritage steam railway, runs along the coast here, and hearing a steam engine pass while you're making breakfast is one of those details that makes a trip memorable. The park is well established and popular with Camplify travellers who want genuine National Park access without remote or off-grid camping.

Exmoor offers some of the best hillwalking in the South West, with routes from Dunkery Beacon, Horner Wood, and the Valley of Rocks all within reach by vehicle. The park itself provides good facilities for touring motorhomes and caravans, including electric hook-up and well-kept amenity blocks. Minehead's seafront is a short walk, and the town has a good range of cafes and independent shops.

Hirers who've stayed here rate the park highly for its combination of location and practicality, particularly for longer stays where having a reliable base for day trips into the National Park matters. If you're interested in exploring further afield, the 5 best Brecon Beacons campsites are a reasonable drive north for a multi-destination trip.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 50 miles from Bristol; on the edge of Minehead town

• Best for: Families, walkers, Exmoor explorers, heritage railway enthusiasts

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, amenity blocks, dog friendly, close to town facilities

• Book ahead: July and August, Exmoor school holidays, bank holidays

Sandy Glade Holiday Park

Sandy Glade Holiday Park is operated by John Fowler Holidays and sits near Highbridge, offering a more traditional family holiday park experience at an accessible price point. The park is highly rated by the Camplify community for families with younger children, where the on-site entertainment programme and facilities take some of the planning pressure off. It is one of the best campsites Somerset has for those who want a structured, activity-led break rather than a wilderness experience.

The surrounding area is flat and easy-going, and the Somerset coast at Burnham-on-Sea is close enough for beach days without a significant drive. The park caters well for campervans and touring caravans, with electric hook-up pitches throughout and a motorhome-friendly layout. The site's facilities include a heated pool, which is a welcome feature given the unpredictability of British summer weather.

Camplify owners who know this stretch of the Somerset coast suggest pairing a stay at Sandy Glade with a trip to the Somerset Space Walk, a scale model of the solar system laid out along the River Parrett Trail, which delights children and adults in equal measure.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 33 miles from Bristol; 3 miles from Burnham-on-Sea

• Best for: Families with young children, groups seeking organised entertainment

• Key facilities: Heated pool, electric hook-up, entertainment programme, dog friendly areas, motorhome-friendly

• Book ahead: All school holidays, especially summer and Easter

Best campsites in Somerset near Bath and the Chew Valley

Waterrow Touring Park

Waterrow Touring Park occupies a peaceful valley position near the village of Waterrow on the edge of Exmoor, beside the River Tone. The setting is as attractive as any touring park in Somerset, with mature trees, a stream alongside the pitches, and the kind of quiet that is hard to find close to any major town. The park is small and carefully managed, which keeps the atmosphere genuinely relaxed rather than just marketing itself as such.

Well-rated by the Camplify community for couples and small families who want a natural, low-key stay, Waterrow is the sort of place where evenings pass reading by the awning rather than queuing for facilities. The village pub is within walking distance, which adds a pleasant end-of-day option without needing to move the vehicle. The surrounding lanes and bridleways offer good cycling and walking.

The park suits those who appreciate some off-grid camping character alongside basic facilities rather than a full holiday park set-up. It is worth noting that the access road through the valley is narrow, so larger motorhomes should check their turning circle before booking.

Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 45 miles from Bristol; 8 miles from Wiveliscombe

• Best for: Couples, small families, those seeking a quieter, nature-focused stay

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, shower and toilet facilities, dog friendly, riverside setting, adjacent pub

• Book ahead: Summer weekends, bank holidays, the Exmoor Dark Skies Festival period

Bath Chew Valley Caravan Park

Bath Chew Valley Caravan Park is positioned in the Chew Valley, south of Bristol, making it one of the closest quality campsites in Somerset to the city and equally well placed for day trips into Bath. The reservoir and surrounding wetlands of Chew Valley Lake are visible from parts of the park, and the area is well known for fly fishing, birdwatching, and cycling along the quiet lanes of the Chew Valley. For those who want to combine a countryside stay with a visit to Bath's Roman Baths or its Georgian architecture, this is the most practical base on this list.

The park is a go-to for Camplify regulars who want a short break without a long drive, particularly those coming from Bristol or the wider South West. Facilities are solid and well maintained, with electric hook-up across the touring area and hardstanding pitches available. The village of Chew Magna is close for provisions and has a traditional country pub that draws walkers and cyclists from across the valley.

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Quick facts:

• Distance: Approximately 10 miles from Bristol; 12 miles from Bath city centre

• Best for: Short breaks, couples, families, Bath day-trippers, birdwatchers

• Key facilities: Electric hook-up, hardstanding pitches, dog friendly, clean amenity block

• Book ahead: Bank holiday weekends, Bath festival periods, summer school holidays

More camping destinations nearby

Somerset sits at the heart of a rich network of touring country across the South West and beyond. If you're planning a longer trip or looking for ideas beyond the county border, these destinations are all within comfortable reach.

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• Best campsites in Devon – Somerset's immediate western neighbour, offering Dartmoor, Exmoor and two distinct coastlines

• Best campsites in Dorset – the Jurassic Coast and rolling chalk downland make Dorset a natural companion to a Somerset trip

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Plan your Somerset trip with Camplify

The best campsites in Somerset reward those who arrive with a well-chosen vehicle and a flexible itinerary. Pick up a campervan or caravan from a local Camplify owner, choose one of these eight parks as your base, and the county looks after the rest. Search available campervans and caravans near you and get your Somerset trip on the road.