Best Woodland Camping in Wiltshire 2024

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Farley Camping

41 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents12 acres · Wiltshire, South West England

Idyllic summer camping on a Wiltshire farm with weekend barbecues, close to the Test Valley, New Forest and Stonehenge

Camping at Brandiers Farm

2 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents30 acres · Wiltshire, South West England

Bucolic rural glamping in a beautiful natural beauty spot on the borders of Wiltshire and Gloucestershire.

Nordic Glamping at Botswicky

3 units · Glamping5 acres · England

Handcrafted, eco-conscious structures, beautiful yurts and sustainable enjoyment. An off-grid and secluded stay in harmony with nature and the environment. Bounded by ancient woodland and a nature reserve on one side, thick hedges elsewhere, a stream, a weather-dependent newt pond plus a couple of bridges, this old undulating uncut organic hay meadow offers a very private 5 acres with 3 beautifully handcrafted yurts, a handful of tent pitches, very pleasant composting toilets, hot showers, fresh running water, cooking and eating facilities and shaded social areas all in secluded outdoor comfort. Off-grid and at one with nature (*we do have decent 4G for modern necessities). Nordic Glamping offer you an off-grid and green-glamping experience with beautifully handcrafted, well dressed yurts, hand-crafted, comfortable beds with organic cotton or linen bedding, very pleasant toilets and shower facilities and a covered, well-stocked kitchen area. The beautiful meadow and ancient woodlands at Botswicky Copse are owned and managed by award-winning organic farmer, Helen Browning. Nordic Glamping and Helen Browning’s Organic have a shared ethos of considerate land use and management for today and for the future. Proudly part of the Greener Camping Club, we politely request one person per booking be a member of, or join, the club: https://www.greenercamping.org/ - this is great value at £12 for the whole season and means that we can operate as a greener, sustainable campsite for you. (existing members can waiver the fee)

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Roe Deer Fields

7 units · Glamping10 acres · Malmesbury, England

A Glamping stay here at Roe Deer Fields is the perfect escape for that great fun filled family holiday, pre-wedding stay, corporate meeting, birthday get-together, or the just the ultimate luxury getaway this summer We are a family run Glampsite situated in the picturesque village of Kington Langley, just on the outskirts of the historical market town of Chippenham. With so many beautiful local surrounding attractions the Glampsite holds itself well to becoming your next adventurous holiday Enjoy all the fun of country camping with the added home comforts and luxuries that we all love. We invite you to experience a secluded place of tranquillity which takes you away from the 9-5. So let us do the hard work for you and show you a place where time slows down, so you can take in and explore the glorious countryside in your own time, with your loved ones.

Pop Up Outwest

33 units · Motorhomes, Tents9 acres · West Ashton, England

Back to basics, summer-only camping in a farmer’s field in Wiltshire

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Woodland camping in Wiltshire guide

Overview

Wiltshire’s enigmatic showpiece—the ancient stone circle of Stonehenge—pulls in the crowds, but there’s plenty to tempt you to stay longer. Green vales and chalk downlands blanket the Wiltshire countryside, including three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Explore miles of hiking, cycling, and horseback riding trails; camp out beneath the stars at remote country campsites; or take your campervan on a scenic road trip, stopping at ancient monuments and pretty stone villages along the way. Late spring through early fall provides the most pleasant weather for camping, while heated glampsites stay open year-round.

Where to go

South Wiltshire

Most tours of Wiltshire start in the cathedral city of Salisbury. To the west, the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs AONB affords plenty of ways to escape the crowds. Hike along chalk river valleys, enjoy leisurely bike or horseback rides across grassy plains, and stroll the flower gardens of the Stourhead Estate, then pitch your tent at quiet farmland campsites.

Central Wiltshire

North of Salisbury, the chalk downlands of the Salisbury Plains lead the way to some of the region’s most unique sights. Discover the mysterious stone circles of Stonehenge and Avebury, marvel at the famous Wilshire White Horses, or follow the Great West Way heritage trail. More highlights await in the North Wessex Downs AONB, from nature walks to canoeing along the Kennet and Avon canal.

North Wiltshire and the Cotswolds

Swindon is the gateway to Wiltshire’s northern region, where idyllic country villages dot the banks of the River Avon. Lacock village is a photographer’s favorite, but the prettiest villages lie in the Cotswolds AONB. Castle Combe, Sherston, or Slaughterford are popular choices, where you can check into a luxury glampsite or enjoy lunch at a traditional English pub.

Hampshire

Wiltshire borders Hampshire to the southeast, providing easy access to the New Forest National Park. Choose between family-friendly holiday parks or simple back-to-nature campsites, where you can enjoy woodland walks and admire the park’s free-roaming herds of native ponies. For a change of scenery, the beach towns of Milford on sea and Barton on sea are just a 30-minute drive away.