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General
- Family-friendly site with a relaxed atmosphere on 100 acres of land
- In the Mendip Hills, a five-minute bike ride from Thatchers Cider farm
- Firepits and campfires encouraged; café-bar and outdoor activities
Fancy having the freedom to explore ancient woodland by day and settle in next to an open fire by night (but with the added bonus of hot showers and flushing loos)? Make Basecamp at Mendip Activity Centre your next spot for a getaway and all of the above shall be at your fingertips.
This hidden park has an off-grid feel and it's a top choice for folk who like to keep moving: it’s got an outdoor activity centre a five-minute walk away with rock climbing, caving, skiing, tobogganing, frisbee golf, abseiling, archery, rifle shooting, bushcraft, mountain biking and axe throwing on offer (for an extra fee).
All this plus 100 acres of land on site means outdoor playtimes, family ball games or just chilling out with a book on the grass are possible. That said, a leisure centre with a gym and indoor pool is under five minutes’ drive if you're in need of indoor activities.
Back at the park, food and drinks are on hand at the pop-up tavern, which serves up local ciders and ales along with pizzas, loaded fries and jacket potatoes every evening (it's also the place for hot drinks and a full English brekkie on a Sunday morning). A 24-hour garage and well-stocked shop are 10 minutes away by car for those who need to sort snacks and self-catering food.
A quick heads up if you’re planning on staying at the site: your tent or campervan needs to be under 2.7 metres high and no caravans or motorhomes are permitted because of access restrictions. Basecamp is accessed via a rural track which is driven at guests' own risk.
Open from 23/07/2024 to 30/09/2024
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Languages spoken
✓ English
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Many sites set a maximum occupancy of 6/8 people per pitch, so try breaking your booking down into smaller groups to generate more results. For example, if you’re a group of 10, enter 5 people in your initial search and then book 2 pitches.
However, where the pitch or accommodation occupancy allows it, you can now make a booking for up to 30 adults and 30 children on one pitch.
To book multiple pitches or accommodation, use the 'Special requests' box on the booking page to ask to be sited together. Complete the booking form for the first booking (you can add a password and save your card so that we remember your details). Then click "Make another booking like this" at the top of the confirmation page to make the next booking.
Large groups: check the listing page for any group restrictions set out in the terms and section titled ‘Please note’.
Large tents/caravans: check the restrictions on unit dimensions to ensure your unit is suitable for the space you will be provided with.
Max. persons: 8 x
Dimensions: 3.0m width x 5.0m length (9.8ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 15.0m² (161.5ft²)
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Features
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Amenities on site
Bath available
Disabled facilities
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
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
Location
Ordnance Survey maps (GB and Northern Ireland only) are available at lower levels via the drop-down menu.
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Worle: New Bristol Rd Coach Stop
— 4.8 miles
Bristol Airport Coach Stop — 5.9 miles
Weston-super-Mare Coach Terminal — 6.9 miles
- Train stations
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Yatton Rail Station
— 4.3 miles
Worle Rail Station — 4.6 miles
Weston Milton Rail Station — 5.7 miles
- Ferry ports
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Weston-super-Mare Knightstone Harbour
— 7.7 miles
Clevedon Pier — 8.2 miles
Portishead Pier — 11.7 miles
- Airports
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Bristol International Airport
— 5.9 miles
Cardiff International Airport — 23.2 miles
Local attractions
Most of your time at this park is sure to be taken up immersing yourself in the outdoor adventures of the Mendip Activity Centre or skiing, snowboarding and tobogganing at the Mendip Snowsport Centre (five minutes’ walk), but there’s also a range of other pursuits to consider while in the area.
Set on cycling? Wheel your way along the Strawberry Line (around a 10-minute ride away) – this old railway between Cheddar and Yatton is now a family-friendly path. Make sure to drop by the Thatchers farm (five minutes) at the entry of the trail for sips of some famed cider.
Check out the rest of the Mendips too, perhaps while meandering across Cheddar Gorge (15 minutes), Burrington Combe (10 minutes), or the lakes of Blagdon and Chew Valley (20 minutes).
Outside of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, wander Weston-super-Mare’s seafront and pier while feasting on fish and chips (20 minutes) and give Bristol (half an hour) a little attention – particularly the city’s historic harbour, suspension bridge and SS Great Britain.
Must see
- Cheddar Caves & Gorge ()
- Wookey Hole Caves & Papermill ()
- Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve ()
National Trust
- King John's Hunting Lodge ()
- Clevedon Court ()
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| On-site accommodation | ||
|---|---|---|
| Arrive: | 10 a.m. – | 8 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 12 p.m. | |
Mendip Basecamp cancellation policy
Balance refunds: no penalties
No refunds for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now.
The remainder is payable direct to Mendip Basecamp on arrival.
Payment methods accepted on the park
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Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- How much is payable upfront? A 15% transferable deposit is payable when you book, with the balance payable on arrival. Read more
- Does Mendip Basecamp have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Mendip Basecamp dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Mendip Basecamp? Most of your time at this park is sure to be taken up immersing yourself in the outdoor adventures of the Mendip Activity Centre or skiing, snowboarding and tobogganing at the Mendip … Read more
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When can I check in and check out of Mendip Basecamp?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m.
