Petruth Paddocks
Petruth Paddocks
4.82 /5
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.
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.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
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.
Other accommodation
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.
4.82 /5
96%
would recommend
"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
Recommends site
Alan C
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A lovely location, good facilities. A clean and warm welcome from staff. We will be back.
Fabulous campsite
Recommends site
Sally P
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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
Recommends site
Tara B
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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!
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Cheddar area
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.
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