A friendly family park north of Oxford with a solar-heated outdoor pool, licensed bar and games room.
Our verdict
A solar-heated outdoor pool, a licensed bar and a games room at old-fashioned prices: the Vale's budget answer to the big parks.
| Distance from SN7 | 24 miles |
|---|---|
| County | Oxfordshire |
| Price band | ££ what the bands mean |
| Open | March to October |
| Tents | Yes |
| Campervans & motorhomes | Yes |
| Electric hook-up | Yes |
| Campfires | No |
| Swimming pool | Yes |
Diamond Farm has been quietly doing the family-park essentials for decades: 37 tent pitches and 37 touring pitches, a solar-heated outdoor pool for the summer months, a licensed bar, a games room with pool and football tables, a play area and a small shop. The nightly rates undercut the big parks comfortably.
The location works hard too: Oxford's park and ride is 20 minutes south, Blenheim Palace 15 minutes west, and Bicester Village outlet fills a rainy afternoon. It is the pragmatic choice in this guide, the one that keeps everyone fed, swimming and entertained without drama or a big bill.
Why children love it
- Solar-heated outdoor pool through the summer season
- Games room, play area and a licensed bar for parents' final whistle
- Easy runs to Oxford, Blenheim and Bicester for days out
Days out nearby
- Blenheim Palace (15 minutes)
- Oxford park and ride (20 minutes)
- Rousham Gardens, a quiet masterpiece (10 minutes)
Know before you go
- The pool is seasonal and solar-heated, warmest from June.
- Book hard standings ahead in spring and autumn.
- The village pub in Bletchingdon is a pleasant walk for supper.
The honest bit
It is a compact, well-used park rather than a rural idyll, and the pool is seasonal and weather-dependent. Manage expectations and it over-delivers.
Camping weather this week
Live 7-day forecast for Bletchingdon, straight from Open-Meteo.
Quick answers
Are campfires allowed at Diamond Farm Caravan and Camping Park?
No, open campfires are not part of the offer at Diamond Farm Caravan and Camping Park. A raised BBQ is usually fine, but check the site's current rules when you book.
Does Diamond Farm Caravan and Camping Park have a swimming pool?
Yes, Diamond Farm Caravan and Camping Park has swimming on site. Check session times when you arrive, school-holiday slots fill quickly.
How far is Diamond Farm Caravan and Camping Park from Faringdon and Oxford?
Diamond Farm Caravan and Camping Park is about 24 miles from Faringdon (SN7) and roughly 9 miles from Oxford city centre. Distances are approximate road miles.
When is Diamond Farm Caravan and Camping Park open?
Diamond Farm Caravan and Camping Park is typically open March to October. 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.
