Adult-Only Campsite in Somerset near Bruton

A peaceful adult-only, dog-friendly campsite set within a secluded vale near Bruton

for couples, solo travellers and friends who need space, stillness and a lighter footprint. Dogs very welcome.

★ Winner ★
• Best Campsite in Somerset •
• Channel 4's The Perfect Pitch •

We are open from Friday 19th June to Sunday 6th September 2026

From £38 for 2 people per night - check availability for prices

With only 30 pitches, some with electric hook up, we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment

Where mornings start slowly and evenings linger, Batcombe Vale offers peaceful, adult‑only camping in the Somerset countryside to help you switch off, reconnect and enjoy life at a gentler pace.

Batcombe Vale is a calm, low-impact retreat tucked into rolling Somerset hills — surrounded by meadows, a secluded glade and a beautiful lake. Nature sets the pace here.

Spend your days walking, watching wildlife or simply unwinding beneath Somerset's gloriously dark skies. Whether you're after a romantic escape, a solo reset or a quiet adventure with your dog, this is camping at its most restorative.

"Gorgeous small campsite with lovely wardens." Fiona - Google Review

"It's one of the best sites we've stayed at, with beautiful countryside views, clean and spacious facilities, and very friendly (and helpful) owners."
Jenny - Tripadvisor Review

"Has to be one of our favourite sites yet."
David - Google Review

At a glance

THE SITE

Adult-only (16+) & peaceful

Small by design — 30 pitches

Beautiful, private & secluded vale

Dog-friendly with lots of walks

Tents, campervans, motorhomes & caravans up to 7m

All pitches next to hard roadway for easy access

Levelled grass pitches for maximum comfort

Electric hook-up pitches available

Free hot showers, hot water & clean flushable loos

Washing-up sinks with hot water

Free tea & coffee

Fire bowls for hire & logs for sale

No light pollution & beautifully dark, starry skies

Eco-friendly and sustainable

LOCATION

Minutes from Bruton - easy reach from Frome, Glastonbury & Castle Cary Station

The Three Horseshoes pub - award-winning and less than 30 minutes' walk

Hauser & Wirth - world-class contemporary art gallery, 10 minutes' drive

The Newt in Somerset - stunning gardens & estate, 15 minutes' drive

Stourhead - National Trust landscape garden, 20 minutes' drive

Longleat - safari park & stately home, 25 minutes' drive

: View from hilltop meadow of Batcombe Vale

: Bell tents on grass pitches beside mature trees

: Motorhome and tent on a sunny day

: The lake surrounded by wildflowers

: Loo and shower block with Spring blossom

: Dogs are welcome

: Campervan in the sun

: Campervans pitched side by side

: Unwind at Batcombe Vale Campsite

: Tents pitched beneath trees

: Batcombe Vale Cows

: Wide view of the campsite with rolling hills in the background

: We have amazing sunsets

: Our Kadai Firebowls available to enjoy

: Golden Hour at Batcombe Vale

For more photos, visit our Gallery page