East of Bristol is particularly popular for visitors interested in the area’s diverse range of golf courses, with the Champions Golf Club, the Kendleshire Golf Club and the Shortwood Lodge Golf Club, among others, in the area. Nestled between Bristol to the west and Bath to the east, Knights Folly Farm offers tent camping that overlooks the picturesque Avon Valley Railway. Recycling and shower facilities are available, along with toilets, electric hookups and fresh drinking water. Alternatively, Manner Farm is at the end of Cotswold Bay, ensuring tranquil scenery throughout your stay, and offers bell tents that can be rented if you’re looking for a larger tent during your time there.
The west of Bristol, with coastal areas such as Portishead and Avonmouth, presents campers with an opportunity to be close to the water while enjoying local walks and attractions. Cranmoor Campsite, in the village of Kingston Seymour, is particularly popular with campers looking to enjoy a bit of fishing; it has a carp pond available free of charge. The site features shower and toilet facilities, and is nearby several other popular fishing locations such as Bullocks Farm Lakes and Acorn Lakes. Another great choice is Colliters Brook Farm, which offers camping and caravan facilities between March and September. Barbecues are permitted, and burning pits are available if you fancy enjoying a fire.
The city of Bath is southeast of Bristol, and between the two, a wide range of campsites have popped up to accommodate visitors. Newton Mill Holiday Park is open all year and is a particularly good choice for campers who have their hearts set on somewhere calm and peaceful -- the site’s surrounding grassy banks give the area a protected and private feeling. A licensed bar and restaurant is on site, making it perfect if you’re looking to enjoy the evening before returning to your tent. You could also visit Brass Knocker Basin Camp Site in Somerset. It's near a wide range of boating and cycling activities, making it a great choice if you’re interested in exploring the countryside.
Cheddar and Burnham-on-Sea are two popular locations to the southwest of Bristol, and perhaps unsurprisingly the area has become synonymous for its association with delicious cheese. Brook Lodge Farm is in Cowslip Green and is the recipient of a number of environmental sustainability achievements, including the Green Tourism Business Gold Award in 2012. The area is steeped in history, and it’s close to Glastonbury and the Mendip Hills. All modern facilities are available, including bike rental, a children’s play area and free Wi-Fi. Another choice is Acacia Farm, in the hamlet village of Rooksbridge in Somerset. It features areas for barbecues and fire pits, along with two private bathrooms near the campsite.
