Kingsmead Centre
4.71 /5
Immerse yourself in nature without losing the home comforts. The tranquil countryside setting at Kingsmead Centre, situated in the Blackdown Hills AONB, is an ideal place to bring your tent or tourer. With a range of plots on grass or hardstanding, a selection of woodland pitches for tents, and idyllic glamping in a bell tent or yurt, make the most of the outdoors right here! Modern facilities blocks, overflow camping in summer, and dog friendly.
Peaceful camping and glamping in the scenic Blackdown Hills
Easy reach to Taunton, Lyme Regis and the Jurassic Coast
Campfires and dogs allowed. Plenty of local walks, great for nature lovers!
About Kingsmead Centre
Nature takes centre stage at this delightfully calm and tranquil camping and touring site set within the Blackdown Hills. Designed to keep camping simple yet fun, guests have a choice of grass or hardstanding pitches, catering to tents, caravans and motorhomes. There is also a choice of secluded pitches situated within the woodland here, made for tents only, and each enjoying their own unique spot on site. Woodland pitches are situated within the forest between the fishing lakes and main camping area here, and feature their own fire pit plus a picnic bench fit for the whole family. A bundle of wood for the fire is also provided on arrival. Additional pitches available in the overflow camping meadow during the summer months. If you fancy a more luxurious hideaway during your stay, why not choose a break in one of the stylish bell tents on site. All readily set up and awaiting your arrival, you can enjoy views over the lake on site as well as the lush woodland setting. The Snowdrop bell tent sleeps up to four and boasts its very own stargazing window. Beds provided, and a private bathroom is only a short stroll away. Step outside and cook up a culinary treat in the outdoor kitchen area - all crockery/cutlery supplied. Or relax in the glamping yurt on site complete with its own bathroom (a short walk away), bed and bedding, gas hob and electric.
The site is open all year round for hardstanding pitches. Camping and glamping are available from 4th April until end of September. The meadow overflow field is available between 23rd May and 31st August.
There are 38 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
3 x Non-Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Located in the lower camping field, these grass pitches are in a sheltered area. Pitches without electric, suitable for tents or tourers. Max unit size 7m x 5m.
10 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (Meadow Field)
Max 6 people
Grass pitches without electric located in the overflow meadow field, a short distance from the lower camping field. Temporary toilet facilities nearby and the sites shower block accessed a short walk away with use of a stile.
5 x Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Electric grass pitches in the lower camping field. Suitable for tents and tourers. A 15m long hook-up cable is recommended for these pitches.
Small Non-Electric Woodland Pitch (Bracken)
Max 6 people
Small grass pitch located within woodland, without electric, suitable for tents 5m and under only. Includes firepit with bag of firewood and a picnic bench.
Small Electric Woodland Pitch (Daisy)
Max 6 people
Small grass pitch located within woodland, suitable for tents 5m and under only. Includes electric hook up, firepit with bag of firewood and a picnic bench.
Small Electric Woodland Pitch (Bramble)
Max 6 people
Small grass pitch located within woodland, suitable for tents 5m and under only. Includes electric hook up, firepit with bag of firewood and a picnic bench.
Large Electric Woodland Pitch (Bluebell)
Max 6 people
Bluebell pitch is located within the woodland, suitable for tents 7m and under only. Includes a firepit and picnic bench and basket of firewood.
Large Non-Electric Woodland Pitch with Lake View (Primrose)
Max 6 people
Primrose, located within woodland, has a view over the lake. Suitable for tents 7m and under only. Without electric hook up. Includes firepit with bag of firewood and a picnic bench.
7 x Electric Hardstanding Touring Pitches
Max 6 people
Hardstanding, partially gravelled, pitches for tourers only. Including electric, located on the upper levels of the campsite. Tents are not accepted.
Other accommodation
Medium Electric Woodland Pitch (Honeysuckle)
Max 4 people
Medium grass pitch located within woodland, suitable for tents up to 6m x 4m. Includes electric hook up, firepit with bag of firewood and a picnic bench.
Lily Pad Bell Tent
Max 3 people
Lotus Belle tent overlooking a lake in the woodland and including double bed plus single futon (folds out), wood-burning stove including crockery, a dining area as well as outdoor seating with fire pit. Private bathroom a short stroll away. Dog friendly.
4 x Static Caravans
Max 4 people
Sleeping up to four in two bedrooms, one double and one twin. Each unit has kitchen area, bathroom and central heating. Outside is a private decked area.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Cullompton area
The fishing lakes are part of the scenic setting here, with two lakes for pleasure angling at no extra cost. A rod licence is required.
You're in the Blackdown Hills AONB, with plenty to see and discover - don't miss a visit to the animals at Axe Valley Wildlife Park. For keen explorers, the site has a superb network of footpaths taking you through some of the stunning scenery nearby.
Devon and Somerset are also at your fingertips, ideal for a daytrip in the car.
Other attractions nearby:
- Killerton House (National Trust)
- Grand Western Canal
- Yarak Birds of Prey
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