Terraced pitches with huge Evenlode Valley views, fire pits to hire and a train station in walking distance.
Our verdict
The clever one: deep-country fire-pit camping with a train station to Oxford in walking distance.
| Distance from SN7 | 19 miles |
|---|---|
| County | Oxfordshire |
| Price band | ££ what the bands mean |
| Open | Late March to early November |
| Tents | Yes |
| Campervans & motorhomes | Yes |
| Electric hook-up | Yes |
| Campfires | Yes |
| Swimming pool | No |
Cotswold View earns its name honestly. The terraced pitches on this working farm look clean across the Evenlode Valley, and evenings here are all about fire pits, sausages and watching the light fade over miles of Oxfordshire countryside. Fire pit hire, wood and marshmallows are all available from the well-stocked farm shop, and pizza van visits are a regular summer treat.
The unusual bonus is Charlbury station, a walkable mile away, with direct trains to Oxford in 15 minutes. You can camp in deep countryside and still do a car-free day out in the city, or hop one stop to explore Cornbury Park country. Skittle alley, games barn, tennis, disc golf, an outdoor gym and friendly donkeys complete the picture.
Why children love it
- Fire pit hire with wood and marshmallow kits from the shop
- Games barn with table tennis and a traditional skittle alley
- Resident donkeys, chickens and morning egg runs
Days out nearby
- Charlbury village and station (walkable)
- Blenheim Palace (15 minutes)
- Wychwood Forest walks
Know before you go
- Trains to Oxford make a brilliant rainy-day escape, check the timetable before you go.
- Terraces mean views but also a stroll to the shower block, pick your pitch by priorities.
- The pizza van usually visits Friday and Saturday evenings in season.
The honest bit
The terraces that give you the view also give you a walk to the shower block, and the top pitches feel the breeze.
Camping weather this week
Live 7-day forecast for Charlbury, straight from Open-Meteo.
Quick answers
Are campfires allowed at Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park?
Yes. Campfires or fire pits are part of the experience at Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park. Follow the site's current fire rules, keep fires off the grass where asked, and check ahead in very dry spells.
Does Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park have a swimming pool?
No. The nearest pool site in this guide is Diamond Farm Caravan and Camping Park, about 12 miles away. Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park makes up for it outdoors.
How far is Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park from Faringdon and Oxford?
Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park is about 19 miles from Faringdon (SN7) and roughly 17 miles from Oxford city centre. Distances are approximate road miles.
When is Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park open?
Cotswold View Caravan and Camping Park is typically open Late March to early November. Dates shift a little year to year, so confirm with the site before travelling.
Peg & Lantern is an independent guide and takes no commission. Details last checked July 2026; facilities and opening dates change season to season, so always confirm directly with the campsite before travelling. Photography is illustrative, not of the campsite itself.
