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Campsites & glamping in Somerset

Somerset has room for very different camping holidays: outdoor activities with the family, a quieter touring break, countryside days or a coastal base. Begin with the places you want to spend time in. A good pitch for one itinerary may mean unnecessary driving for another.

Read the Somerset camping guide

Pick a starting point

Holiday idea	Area to explore	Your next planning step
Cheddar and Mendip days	Cheddar and the surrounding Mendip area	Decide which walks or attractions matter most, then compare routes from each site
A town-and-countryside break	Wells, Glastonbury and the surrounding county	Choose the town you want nearby and check parking or local transport
Walking and western Somerset exploring	The Quantock area or Somerset’s side of Exmoor	Pick the part you want to explore rather than treating both as one doorstep destination
Seaside days	Brean, Burnham-on-Sea or Minehead	Check the actual beach access and local visitor advice

The Visit Somerset directory helps with towns, attractions and coastal planning. If Exmoor is central to your trip, use the National Park’s visitor information to plan the relevant part of your stay.

Three different campsite options

Cheddar Bridge Touring Park is an adults-only site in Cheddar. The operator welcomes caravans, motorhomes and campervans and also lists a camping field and glamping pods. It is a starting point for a quieter stay; check the age policy and the accommodation available for your dates. View the Go Explore profile · Operator’s website.

Basecamp at Mendip Activity Centre offers family camping, campervan stays and glamping options in the Mendip Hills. The operator describes an off-grid campsite with showers and toilets, alongside separately bookable outdoor activities. Check the vehicle rules and activity arrangements before reserving. View the Go Explore profile · Operator’s website.

Burton Springs, near the Quantock Hills combines camping and holiday accommodation with fishing lakes. The operator lists showers, washing-up facilities and a children’s play area. Fishing is charged separately and needs advance booking, so include that when comparing your total stay. View the Go Explore profile · Operator’s website.

Match the setup to the holiday

An activity-led family break and a quiet adults-only stay have different priorities. Before booking, decide whether you want organised things to do, room for children to play, access to walking routes, or a slower few days at the pitch. The site rules are part of that choice, not just something to read after paying.

For a touring holiday, ask about pitch surface, electric supply and the recommended approach for your vehicle. For off-grid camping, check exactly what facilities are provided and what equipment you need to bring. A campsite can offer hot showers and toilets without having electric hook-up at the pitch.

If you are travelling for an event, establish whether the site operates for regular holidays or only around the event, and whether your dates have special arrival rules or a minimum stay. Keep any event ticket and campsite booking arrangements clear.

Common questions

Can I find adults-only camping in Somerset? Yes. Cheddar Bridge is one operator advertising this type of stay. Check its precise age rule before booking.

Does camping at an activity centre include all activities? Check the package. At Mendip, outdoor activities are bookable separately; a pitch reservation alone should not be treated as an activity booking.

Can I use one campsite for the whole county? You can, but compare actual journeys first. For a short break, a base close to your main plans often makes more sense than a long list of distant day trips.

Explore more Somerset campsites, or compare Devon if your trip continues into the South West.

Site examples are based on published information checked on 12 September 2026. Inclusion is not a certification or inspection claim. Confirm current facilities, prices and availability with the operator.