Family adventures under the stars…
Looking for a campsite in Oxfordshire? High Lodge Farm is a relaxed, family and dog-friendly campsite near Abingdon, offering 50 spacious non-electric grass tent pitches alongside two beautifully furnished bell tents nestled in their own exclusive field for those seeking a glamping experience in Oxfordshire. Whether you're planning a traditional camping holiday, a glamping break, a weekend escape or a longer stay, our campsite provides the perfect base for exploring the Oxfordshire countryside.
Surrounded by rolling farmland, wildflower meadows and mature woodland, High Lodge Farm enjoys a peaceful setting on the banks of the River Thames. Guests benefit from private access to the Thames Path, making it an ideal destination for walkers, cyclists, families and dog owners. The campsite also boasts spectacular sunset views across medieval Abingdon, widely regarded as England's oldest town.
Located just eight miles south of Oxford, our campsite and glampsite are easily accessible from across the South East. We're just 30 minutes from both the M4 and M40, 20 minutes from Didcot Parkway station and only 5 minutes from Culham station.
Open exclusively during July and August, High Lodge Farm offers a unique opportunity to enjoy summer camping and glamping in one of Oxfordshire's most beautiful riverside locations.
Our Campsite
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Camping & Glamping
Huge grassy pitches, sumptuous bell tents, sunset views and fire-pits make for family adventures under the stars.
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Halloween
Pumpkin-picking, a spooky woodland trail, barrel train rides, mallow toasting, giant Play Patch and lots of autumn fun await!
We believe the best family memories are made outdoors. That's why we create magical, down-to-earth adventures where children can explore, play and discover the countryside, while families spend quality time together.
Our campsite
High Lodge Farm is run by four sisters – Emily, Katy, Lucy and Jess – whose family has been farming in South Oxfordshire for more than 100 years. Having grown up exploring fields and woodlands, we're passionate about sharing the countryside with the next generation.
As mums ourselves, we know the value of fresh air, muddy wellies and outdoor adventure. That's why we create seasonal events that bring families together and help children connect with nature, from Easter trails and Big Bale Play to pumpkin picking and summer camping.
Alongside our events, we're committed to caring for the land through regenerative farming and the sustainable management of our fields and ancient woodlands, ensuring this special place can be enjoyed for generations to come.
Our Campsite
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Grass Tent Pitch
Spacious 10m x 18m non-electric grass pitch for tents, trailer tents and touring campers, with room for up to 8 guests (4 guests included in the pitch price)
Unisex portaloo toilets
Hot and cold outdoor showers (£1 charge for hot showers)
Well-behaved dogs welcome
Parking next to your pitch
Pick-your-own-pitch
Access to the Thames Path
Beautiful circular farm walking loop
Cold water washing-up station & potable drinking water
Games area with badminton, table tennis, giant Jenga and straw bale play
Fire pits available to hire & log buckets to purchase
Please note, we welcome campervans and caravans, but we don’t have electric hook-up or grey or black water waste disposal.
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Sumptuous 5m bell tent which sleeps up to four guests
Proper king size bed & two single beds fitted with Soak & Sleep bedding
Unisex Portaloo & hot outdoor shower (shared with one other bell tent)
Mains electricity with power socket for charging phones, tablets and other small devices
Mini fridge & small kettle
Fire pit with cooking grill & complimentary bucket of logs
Picnic bench & two folding recliners
Blankets & hot water bottles for cosy evenings
Lanterns, fairy lights & bedside lamps
Coat stand, coffee table, shoe tray
Shared hot-water washing-up station & potable drinking water
Parking next-to-your-pitch
Travel cot & high chair available on request
What to bring?
Camping stove or other cooking equipment
Cooking utensils, cutlery, crockery, mugs
Matches, firelighters or a lighter
Towels, torch & toiletries, tea-towels
FAQs
Is High Lodge Farm suitable for family camping?
Yes, our campsite is designed with families in mind. Grass pitches are laid out in a horseshoe shape so families can easily keep an eye on children as they play in the central area, which includes activities include a table tennis table, climbing wall, straw bales.
Where is the campsite located?
High Lodge Farm campsite is located in Culham, Abingdon Oxfordshire, postcode OX14 3DX. Please access the site via Thame Lane (being careful to stick to the speed limit) and not via our event site entrance. Travel along Thame Lane until you see the entrance to High Lodge Farm on the left-hand-side, opposite the Europa School.
Please note, the campsite is not accessible by car from our main event site.
Is the campsite dog-friendly?
Yes. Well behaved dogs are welcome at £3 per stay. No more than two dogs per pitch.
How much do you charge per night?
Prices start from £29 per pitch per night for four people and one car. Additional £5 per adult per stay and £3 per child per stay. Maximum of eight people per pitch. Book here
What facilities are available at High Lodge Farm campsite?
Hot and cold outdoor showers. Hot showers require £1 coin
Basic unisex Portaloo toilets
Cold-water washing up station
Waste recycling
Small games area
What are the best things to do near the campsite?
The towns of Abingdon, Wallingford and Didcot are all within easy reach of High Lodge Farm, as is the historic city of Oxford. The farm has exclusive access to the Thames Path, which is perfect for exploring. See below for a full list of days out.
What’s in the games area?
A few bales to play on, a badminton net, Jenga and table tennis table. There is also a book exchange.
Can I park by my pitch?
Yes. Please park neatly alongside your pitch.
Can I bring an extra car?
One car is included in each booking (park next to your pitch). Second cars are allowed at £5 per stay. No more than two cars per pitch.
Can we reserve pitches next to each other?
No. We can’t reserve pitches or guarantee pitches next to each other. Pitches are selected on a first come, first serve basis. Please do not email us to request this.
Are barbecues allowed?
Yes, if they’re raised off the ground, but no disposable / single-use barbecues are allowed.
Are open fires allowed?
Yes, but only using our fire pits which are available for hire for £5 per stay from the reception tent on arrival, subject to availability.
Can I buy extra logs?
Yes, from the reception tent. One bucket (approx 10 logs) is £8.
How do we check-in and out?
Check in from 12pm and checkout by 11am. Please text us on the number in your welcome pack to say you’ve arrived and select your pitch. Please text us again on checkout to say you’ve left the site. Someone will be around most of the time, but please use the number provided for any problems or queries.
Can we walk around the farm?
Yes. There’s a big wooden map or follow the signs with the paw-prints on them for a dog friendly loop around the farm.
Does Deliveroo come to the site?
Yes, we’re close enough to Abingdon for food delivery. Instructions for drivers are on the site noticeboard.
What about stag/hen dos?
No stag or hen dos.
Are there any other rules we should know about?
No noise between 10:30pm and 7am
No vehicles moving on site between 11pm and 6am
No dangerous dog breeds
No music - this is a strictly quiet site
Each booking must have someone aged over 21
Dispose of waste in the bins provided
What should we bring?
Bring your tent, sleeping gear, cooking equipment, and suitable clothing for the British weather. A good quality torch will be useful because the site is unlit. A parasol/shade is also useful because the site is quite exposed. Don’t forget a mallet for tent pegs because the ground can be hard and dry.
Things to do in Oxfordshire
Abingdon
Nearby Abingdon (6 minute drive, 40 minute walk) is home to a wide range of independent shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as a Waitrose if you need to stock up on supplies. There’s a Tesco Extra superstore on the edge of the town, near the A34, and a bustling weekly market every Monday from 8am - 3pm.
Visitors can explore Abingdon’s Abbey ruins and admire the narrowboats and yachts at Abbey Meadows, which also has a popular outdoor heated pool, splash park, crazy golf and play area.
Why not hire a boat, kayak or paddleboard from AV Boats at Nags Head Island and explore the Thames from the water. Afterwards, soak up the sun and enjoy a pint or a meal at the Nag's Head-on-the-Thames at Abingdon Bridge, which is the closest pub to the campsite. The riverside pub has its very own island in the middle of the Thames serving gourmet pub food, wood fired pizzas and Brakspear beer. There’s also live music every Friday.
On rainy (or sunny) days, Millets Farm at Frilford is worth a visit. The centre is home to Sprouts Playbarn, an 18 hole farm-themed adventure golf course, animal walkway, an excellent farm shop, PYO and a Maize Maze.
Thames Path
If you want to explore the Thames Path national trail, campers have exclusive access directly on to the Thames Path through the farm. Oxford is a four hour walk away (approx 9 miles) and Wallingford is in the other direction (13.5 miles) via pretty Clifton Hampden, Days Lock and Wittenham Clumps, Shillingford and Benson. Join the Thames Path on the south bank of the river from Abingdon Bridge.
If you don’t fancy walking, Salter’s Steamers run public cruises between Abingdon and Oxford which take approximately two hours and end at Christ Church Meadows in Oxford.
If wild swimming or fishing is your thing, venture down to Culham Lock (20 minute walk or 5 minute drive) or head for the bridge at Clifton Hampden and you’ll find a stretch of river lined with mini beaches. Combine your wild swim with a visit to the nearby Barley Mow pub.
Oxford
Oxford's dreaming spires are just seven miles away by car. Explore the historic colleges and sites, including the Bodleian Library and Radcliffe Camera, the Ashmolean Museum (their rooftop terrace is lovely) or take a river trip on a punt from Magdalen Bridge with a picnic in tow. The Pitt Rivers Museum is one of Oxford’s quirkier and most interesting museums and the Story Museum is excellent for children.
Didcot
Didcot Railway Centre has a unique collection of steam engines and the 21 acre living museum offers steam rides throughout the year.
Berinsfield
Queenford Lake at Berinsfield is home to Oxford Wet N Wild, an aqua park with an inflatable obstacle course, with paddleboard and kayak hire also available. The lakeside cafe hosted by the Wandering Kitchen is worth a visit. There’s a 2.2km loop of the lake if you fancy open water swimming.
Furtherafield
It’s worth exploring the Chiltern Hills, Berkshire Downs and the 87-mile long Ridgeway, widely thought to be Britain's oldest road. Ridgeway Adventures near the market town of Wallingford offers archery and axe throwing. Historic Wallingford, which is the best surviving example of a Saxon fortified town in England, is the former home of Agatha Christie and is in the heart of Midsomer Murder land.
The Cotswolds and the picturesque market town of Burford is less than an hour away. Burford Garden Centre is well worth a visit if you love interiors and plants - it also has a large cafe and food hall. World Heritage site Blenheim Palace at Woodstock is a 30 minute drive.