For those in Somerset looking for a quality camping trip that they don't have to travel too far for, here are six of your best options according to campsites.co.uk .
Cheddar Bridge Touring Park: The pick of the list must be Cheddar Bridge Touring Park. A peaceful adult-only base for exploring Somerset, this site is just a five-minute walk into the heart of Cheddar, and a 20-minute walk to the famous Gorge and caves. Campers are clearly huge fans too, with the site receiving a 4.
92 star rating on their travel listing, with 100% of people saying they would recommend the site. One guest described the site as a great retreat for the Gorge in a comment. “We landed on our feet finding this little campsite.
What a gem. It’s a great site that’s ideal for the Gorge.” The address for the site: Cheddar Bridge Park, Draycott Rd, Cheddar BS27 3RJ.
Petruth Paddocks: Just around the corner from Cheddar Bridge Touring Park is Petruth Paddocks. Described as a “live and let live site in the countryside”, this site received a runner-up achievement for being the ‘Best Family Campsite South West England Camping and Glamping Awards’ in 2023. Like Cheddar Bridge Touring Park, the site is very close to Cheddar Gorge and caves.
Greenacres is rated 4.82 stars on their travel listing - with it being an ideal family option. The address for the site: Labourham Drove, Cheddar BS27 3FS.
Hadspen Glamping: Hadspen is a great spot to go if you’re a fan of glamping. The site offers safari lod.