When can I check in and check out of Ridgeway View Campsite?

Camping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Ridgeway View Campsite?

From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Ridgeway View Campsite

View prices & book Last booked 7 hours ago 9.3 351 reviews

Visitor image of the sunset from the field

The campsite margins and view of the chiltern hills photo by hayley worsfold

Peaceful rural site with panoramic views of the Chiltern Hills
On the Ridgeway Trail, less than 30 minutes from Oxford and Reading
Dog-friendly site; campfires permitted, with wood for sale

Disconnect from the world and plug in to nature at Ridgeway View Campsite, a spacious, back to basics site under 30 minutes by car from both Oxford and Reading. Generous pitches here are surrounded by Oxfordshire wheatfields with the Chiltern Hills beyond. This quiet site takes its name from the ancient trackway it backs onto. Now one of the UK’s popular National Trails, the Ridgeway 87-mile route is known as ‘Britain’s oldest road’ – walk here to follow in the footsteps of 5,000 years' worth of travellers. Less than a mile away, visitors can link up with the wildlife-rich Thames Path too. Also within walking distance (just far enough to build up an appetite for lunch) are several great pubs – plot your routes to take in the hostelries in Crowmarsh Gifford or Hailey. Something a bit more active in mind (or need to get some stress out)? Book a session at Ridgeway View's own axe-throwing range, which is a 15-minute drive away from the site. For stocking up on essentials, taking tea and cake or pottering around the shops, pop to the historic market town of Wallingford (five minutes’ drive), where you should also seek out the blue plaque for famed novelist Agatha Christie (British TV watchers may also recognise the area as the setting for Midsomer Murders). Half an hour’s drive to the north brings you to Oxford, and the same distance south is Reading. Guests have access to just a few back to basics facilities, including portable toilets and cold-water showers. Barbecues and campfires are permitted if raised off the ground – firewood is available to buy, and cooking slabs can be hired. Considerate dog owners are welcome and there’s plenty of space nearby for the canines to stretch their legs. On the farm there’s a no-noise policy at night past 10.30pm, so that everyone can enjoy a bit of rural peace.

Site type

Open now

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
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 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Facilities/activities including campfires and blocks are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
No electric barbecues allowed.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 17 Apr to Sun, 14 Sept 2025

Pitch types & availability

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

8 people maximum

Ground type: Grass and earth

Pitch size: Max 9.0m width x 12.0m depth (29.5ft width x 39.4ft depth) Calculated area: 108.0m² (1162.5ft²)

8 people maximum

Multiple Campervan or Roof tent or Trailer tent or Tent allowed per pitch

Pitch size

Max 9.0m width x 12.0m depth (29.5ft width x 39.4ft depth) Calculated area: 108.0m² (1162.5ft²)

Ground type

Grass and earth

Suitable for

Campervan, Roof tent, Trailer tent, Tent, (Motorhome not allowed)

Features

Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Other restrictions

Gazebos not allowed

Pup tents not allowed

Extras

Dog (4 max)		£2 (£2) per stay
Extra car (1 max)		£5 (£5) per stay
Firepit (2 max)		£12 (£12) per stay
Late check-out (max unlimited)		£6 (£6) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults

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Basic but well equipped site in a stunning setting

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Anonymous Apr 2025

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Easy going check in, helpful staff, stunning views and vibes

Recommend to friends Visit again

Large, flat field with very nice distant views. Not that many people…

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	6
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	4
Customer service	6
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	2

Sunil J. Apr 2025

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Large, flat field with very nice distant views. Not that many people when I went over Easter so plenty of space to have privacy. On arrival you text a number to check in then find your own spot. The phone number on some signs is wrong.
The location is excellent. It’s right on the ridgeway path. Also near to beautiful towns like Wallingford.

Disliked: No hot water so didn’t shower.
Also hard to wash pans in freezing cold water. But it was made clear in description that it’s a cold water site only.
Wouldn’t stay more than a night because of this.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Proper camping, just like the old days!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	6
Facilities / Activities	4
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Paul A. Apr 2025

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Beautifully kept field with toilet and shower facilities.
Enhance your stay with a full fire kit so you can get the full camping experience.
Beautiful scenery although can be a bit windy, a wind break is useful if you have one.
Plain camping, no frills. If you want wifi and electric look elsewhere.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice location. Facilities badly need updating

Overall	6/10
Location	8
Value for money	4
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	4
Customer service	2
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	4
Wifi	10

fiona r. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: - [ ] Really lovely location. Huge site and completely level with loads of room between pitches. Nice local walks along the Ridgeway path but it is single file pretty much entirely and at this point along its length, encased with woods so the views are limited. Loads of wildlife to see. Onsite the toilets were pretty grim - the flushing systems of the portaloos couldn’t cope with the volume of waste and most portaloos were swimming in sewage late Saturday evening. The handwashing pumps just didn’t work at all. There’s about 10 portaloos at one end of the field. Would be better if they were spread out - as it’s a 10 minute trek to them from the far end of the field. Plus please separate men’s from women’s? I hate sharing a toilet space where a man has had free rein to wave it all about!!! Only one water station and one washing up sink for the entire huge field. (Both of which were surrounded by ankle deep mud) It’s card only to buy firewood. There’s an app to take payment but then I received no code for the locked wood store. Fortunately a young couple told me the combination - which kind of defeats the purpose of a locked store - an honesty box would be just as secure?! It’s a lovely site but I’ve paid half the price for far better facilities.

Disliked: Grim portaloos which were a trek away and unsatisfactory arrangement for purchasing firewood

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From the manager: We're so sorry you didn't enjoy your stay on site Fiona.

Frustratingly many of your concerns could have easily been resolved in a quick message or call to the campsite phone number. We didn't receive notification that your payment for firewood had been made nor does it seem that you followed up by message to ask for the code, frustrating as this would have been very quickly and easily resolved. We are always a simple phone call or a message away. It is frustrating that this could have been so quickly and easily resolved. Many customers love the simplicity and ease of our campfire collection system - from this year's reviews it is one of the most often mentioned positive, but just to note fire pits can also very easily be pre-ordered in advance when booking a pitch.

Similarly it seemed you missed the 4 different water points that are on site, we have 4 water taps on site as well as two washing up sinks.

Great site, amazing views

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Keith B. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Stunning site and views. My camper has everything on board so minimum facilities needed. So much space to choose your pitch. Owners very welcoming. Thanks.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Walks nearby, quiet & the fire kit / log system you’re able…

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	4
Customer service	6
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	4

Anonymous Sept 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Walks nearby, quiet & the fire kit / log system you’re able to book and collect!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Back to basics well spaced out campsite would definitely recommend! So lovely…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Nicola S. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Back to basics well spaced out campsite would definitely recommend! So lovely

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fire pit service…

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	6

Anonymous Sept 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Fire pit service

Recommend to friends Visit again

Another lovely stay at Ridgeway View, the dreadful weather didn't dampen our…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Beth K. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Another lovely stay at Ridgeway View, the dreadful weather didn't dampen our experience! We just love it here and will be back again!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet peaceful site with lots of space and open views…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Michaela G. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass and earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Quiet peaceful site with lots of space and open views

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Portable toilet

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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Ridgeway View Campsite

Sheepcote Farm

Wallingford

Oxfordshire

England

OX10 8BP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.58403°N
-1.09606°W

Route directions

Turn off the A4074, go up past the houses, continue up the hill, through the fields and the campsite is located up in front in the wheatfield.

Nearest transport

Coach

8.3 mi Lewknor Turn M40 J6

9.9 mi Calcot Sainsbury's

12.9 mi Thornhill Park and Ride

Rail

2.8 mi Cholsey Rail Station

4.6 mi Goring & Streatley Rail Station

6.6 mi Didcot Parkway Rail Station

Ferry

Airport

19.5 mi London Oxford Airport

27.3 mi London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5

28.5 mi London Heathrow Airport Terminal 3

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

On a summer’s evening, there’s nothing quite like messing about on the river – hire a boat nearby at Wallingford Bridge or Benson Waterfront (both five minutes' drive). Sipping a glass of wine comes a close second, so Brightwell Vineyard (10 minutes) could be a good shout too. For wildlife enthusiasts, Cholsey Marsh Nature Reserve is 10 minutes away by car or a pleasant hour’s walk taking in the Thames Path along the river. And children (and quite possibly grownups) are bound to love a visit to Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary (15 minutes’ drive). To get the blood pumping, you could brave the local skydiving (five minutes) and watersports (15 minutes) centres.

Must see

Didcot Railway Centre 6.6 mi

West Wycombe Park 10.5 mi

University of Oxford Botanic Garden 13.3 mi

Christ Church Cathedral 13.3 mi

Modern Art Oxford 13.4 mi

National Trust

Basildon Park 6 mi

Greys Court 6.6 mi

Priory Cottages 10.2 mi

West Wycombe Park 13.1 mi

Long Crendon Courthouse 14 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

FAIRMILE HOSPITAL 2 mi

Cholsey - Blewbury - Ridgeway - Goring 2.8 mi

Shillingford Bridge Hotel - Brightwell-cum-Sotwell 3.3 mi

Shillingford - Benson Lock - Wallingford 3.4 mi

Shillingford - Dorchester - Warborough 3.4 mi

Local events

Rewind South (Friday 15 August 2025 – Friday 15 August 2025)
Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire 9.1 mi
Reading Festival (Thursday 21 August 2025 – Thursday 21 August 2025)
Reading, Berkshire 9.6 mi
Blenheim Palace Flower Show (Friday 27 June 2025 – Friday 27 June 2025)
Woodstock, Oxfordshire 21.4 mi
Farnborough International Airshow (Monday 20 July 2026 – Monday 20 July 2026)
Farnborough, Hampshire 25.9 mi
CarFest (Friday 22 August 2025 – Friday 22 August 2025)
Basingstoke, Hampshire 26.2 mi

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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Please pick any available pitch on arrival.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.
Modifications are subject to a £2.00 fee.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.
Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.
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).

Extras

Facilities/activities including campfires and blocks are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

General

Flammable fluids and petrol cannisters are not permitted.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Public areas are non-smoking.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10:30 p.m. and 8 a.m..
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.

Occupancy

Group bookings of 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Pitches

You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Reception

If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
No electric barbecues allowed.

Taxes

This area is not subject to city tax.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 12 a.m. and 7 a.m..

Visitors

Visitors’ cars are not permitted on site.
Visitors must leave the premises by 10:30 p.m..

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Ridgeway View Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Ridgeway View Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Ridgeway View Campsite? On a summer’s evening, there’s nothing quite like messing about on the river – hire a boat nearby at Wallingford Bridge or Benson Waterfront (both five minutes' drive). Sipping a glass of … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Ridgeway View Campsite?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Ridgeway View Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.