Petruth Paddocks is a live-and-let-live site in the Somerset countryside, where kids can be kids and campfires are encouraged. It's free-range camping plus fabulous glamping in shepherd's hut, pods and vibrant bell tents. Or keep it quirky with a stay in a school bus or submarine! Start the day with a delicious breakfast bap onsite before venturing out to the famous Cheddar Gorge, only five minutes away!

Runner up of Best Family Campsite South West England in our 2023 Camping and Glamping Awards

Featured in our 2024 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites

Camping and glamping ideally located to explore Somerset, short walk to the famous Cheddar Gorge

Award winning relaxed campsite, great for couples, friends and families

Spacious pitches and unique glamping with stunning views of the Mendip Hills and Somerset Levels

About Petruth Paddocks

A relaxed camping and glamping site in Somerset, within easy distance to the spectacular Cheddar Gorge. The mantra at Petruth Paddocks is that while people may not remember exactly what you did or what you said, they will never forget how you made them feel. Just bring your tent, speak with the owners for recommendations on pitching, then pitch up on the spacious camping fields wherever you choose. The owners encourage a sensible approach to pitches so young couples aren't put next to a lively family, and quiet families aren't pitched next to hen parties. There are also some exciting glamping options available. The shepherd's huts are stylish and hand-built locally. These are complete with either two or four double mattresses, full bedding and electric points for the mod-cons - make yourselves right at home! Opt for fantastic bell tents with electricity if you prefer the camping experience without the hassle. All you need to bring is your bedding. For a unique experience, opt for the American School Bus! Complete with everything you need it's great for all ages, this unique accommodation is equipped with a double bed, two bunk beds and a single futon. There is also a fully equipped kitchen, a dining table, an ensuite bathroom, a BBQ, heating and charging points to charge all your gadgets. Or, keep it quirky with the Yellow Submarine! A unique glamping experience with real portholes, dials and gauges, the kids are sure to love it! The submarine is equipped with a double bed, a single bunkbed and a sofa that converts to another single. Bedding is provided. There is a galley kitchen for all of your cooking needs and even a BBQ outside. Stay in a Gypsy Bowtops, where each interior is decorated differently. Sleeping up to four, each is equipped with two double mattresses, a table, a kitchen and USB charging points. All cooking is done outdoors and there is a table for al fresco dining in the evenings. The team at Petruth Paddocks is passionate about enabling young people to experience the joy of adventure that running around fields and making new friends can bring. Parents can relax, switch off from the rat race and enjoy the outdoor life watching their children from afar, safely enjoying the simple things in life, just like they did growing up. You'll often see Jules and the rest of the family chatting around the campfire with visitors, hearing guest stories. Guests love the site's approach, with no unnecessary rules (just sensible ones) and a genuine interest in their well-being. Dogs are welcome.

The site is open all year, except for the bell tents and yellow submarine which are available from April to October, the school bus from April until November.

Best Family CampsiteTripadvisor cert. of ExcellenceDuke of EdinburghBH & HPA

Facilities and amenities

Well maintained facilities include 18 hot showers with individual changing, 28 toilets and 10 urinals, washing up sinks and numerous water taps. Tea, coffee and bacon rolls are served at breakfast time.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

Petruth Paddocks was named after Jules's parents Peter and Ruth -wonderful parents who instilled many of the values we hold today and we hope you'll experience during your stay.

We opened our doors in 2003 to under 100 people with just a tap and a tank and learnt largely by our mistakes but now have 36 taps and welcome over 18,000 people each year.

Step off the hamster-wheel and re-connect with family and friends - catch your breath, open your eyes and remind yourself what life's really all about - the really important stuff.....

You'll likely not remember what we say or do whilst you're here but hopefully you'll remember how we made you feel - that's our sole purpose and we really hope we hit the mark.


Map and address

Park address

Petruth Paddocks,

Labourham Drove, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3XW

Coordinates

51.2689, -2.7743 | ST 45 52

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Petruth Paddocks is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Large same-sex groups

Older children (13+)

Rallies

Unaccompanied under 18's

Young children


There are 421 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

369 x Non-Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Informal pitching of no fixed size - just choose a plot 6m from your neighbours!

36 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches with 10 amp electric hook up available. A minimum charge of electric applies for your stay, above this electric is metered and payable for onsite. Pitches are approx 10m x 8m.

2 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 6 people

If you'd rather not pitch on the grass, the site has a few hard standings. Pitches measure approximately 11m x 12m and all have electric hook-ups. A minimum charge of electric applies for your stay, above this electric is metered and payable for onsite.


Flo

Max 4 people

A 15ft Bowtop based on the wild jazziness of fairground and tattoo art, equipped with two double mattresses (bedding provided), a table and stools, kitchen, and USB charging points. Outside there is also a table. Shared facilities nearby.

Frida

Max 4 people

A 15ft Bowtop based on traditional gypsy caravan design, equipped with two double mattresses (bedding provided), a table and stools, kitchen, and USB charging points. Outside there is also a table. Shared facilities nearby.

Penny

A 15ft Bowtop based on the wild jazziness of fairground and tattoo art, equipped with two double mattresses (bedding provided), a table and stools, kitchen, and USB charging points. Outside there is also a table. Shared facilities nearby.

Ziggy

Max 4 people

A 15ft Bowtop based on Mehndi henna tattoos of ancient India, equipped with two double mattresses (bedding provided), a table and stools, kitchen, and USB charging points. Outside there is also a table. Shared facilities nearby.


Petruth Paddocks reviews

4.82 /5

95 reviews

96%

would recommend

Overall
4.82
Location
4.86
Value for money
4.72
Service
4.94
Facilities
4.78
Cleanliness
4.82

"Can't say enough to compliment the place and staff, our stay was amazing"

Stuart B - Aug 2024

"Pitches were all nice and spaced out, and even though it was busy, it didn't feel like it at all"

Macaulay F - Aug 2023

"Stayed at the campsite for two nights and enjoyed every minute"

Joanna W - Aug 2023

"A great freewheeling camping place"

Heather M - May 2023

" The whole team at the campsite are brilliant. They went above and beyond in every way"

John L - Apr 2023


Great campsite

Alan C

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VW-Type Campervan - Electric Grass PitchesSep 2024

A lovely location, good facilities. A clean and warm welcome from staff. We will be back.

Fabulous campsite

Sally P

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VW-Type Campervan - Non-Electric Grass PitchesSep 2024

We really enjoyed our stay at Petruth. It has great facilities, it is well maintained and kept clean at all times. The fields are large with plenty of space between pitches and the views of the hills and the sunsets make it quite picturesque. On top of all that, the staff we met were friendly and helpful, and we can't wait to return :-)

Family stay

Tara B

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VW-Type Campervan - Non-Electric Grass PitchesSep 2024

Super friendly host, really felt welcome. Really clean, lovely shower and toilet block. Nice coffee and breakfast on site (also do other food on the evening too). Walking distance to Cheddar (not on busy roads). So pubs, restaurants and activities close by. Will 100% be back. Great little find!

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FAQ

Sensible groups of under 18s (up to 15 people) are welcome with written parental consent. A behaviour bond of £20 per person is payable in cash on arrival and no alcohol is allowed.

Check-in is between 2pm-8pm for camping/touring and from 4pm-8pm for glamping. On your final day, you must vacate your pitch before midday or by 10am if glamping.

Yes, a map of the campsite can be viewed here.

Yes, dogs are welcome on camping/touring pitches provided they are kept on a lead and are well supervised whilst onsite.

Campfires are encouraged in any of the fire drums available to hire onsite, plus kindling, firelighters, logs, and marshmallows can be provided for a small fee. Disposable BBQs and open campfires are not permitted.

Awnings, pup tents and gazebos are not permitted.


On site, children are left to make their own adventures. There's an old Land Rover to clamber on and tons of space to run around and make new friends.

Cheddar village is a 10-15 minute (safe) walk away and has a chance to eat at global restaurants, or have hot and cheesy pizza delivered to your pitch.

Iconic Cheddar Gorge is a further 5 minutes - unmissable - and Wookey Hole is about 15 minutes with its cave, 4D cinema and much more.

Other things to do in the local area include:

  • The Mendip Hills
  • The Strawberry Line foot/cycle path
  • Cheddar Reservoir (fishing and sailing)
  • Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve
  • Thatchers Cider
  • Cheddar Ales
  • Wilkins Cider Press

Exmoor is a little further afield, but still very reachable.

The listing for Petruth Paddocks was last updated on October 31st, 2024 at 3:36 PM

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