Grass pitches, yurts and campfires on a woodland-edged farm between Bampton and the Thames at Tadpole Bridge.
Our verdict
Woodland-fringed farm camping a mile from the Thames and a mile from Downton Abbey's village: quietly one of the Vale's best-kept secrets.
| Distance from SN7 | 6 miles |
|---|---|
| County | Oxfordshire |
| Price band | ££ what the bands mean |
| Open | Late March to October |
| Tents | Yes |
| Campervans & motorhomes | Yes |
| Electric hook-up | No |
| Campfires | Yes |
| Swimming pool | No |
Westmoor Farm tucks its camping fields into woodland on the quiet road between Bampton and Tadpole Bridge, an area the owners cheerfully call Turkey Creek. Grass pitches for tents and tourers share the farm with yurts, bell tents and a cabin, so it suits families split between canvas loyalists and glamping converts.
Campfires, hot showers and a friendly welcome cover the basics. Bampton, a mile away, plays Downton Abbey's village on screen and does an excellent pub lunch in real life, while the Trout at Tadpole Bridge and the Thames Path are a mile the other way. The position could hardly work harder.
Why children love it
- Campfires at the pitches and marshmallow-friendly evenings
- Mix-and-match holidays: tents for some of the family, yurts for the rest
- Bampton village, of Downton Abbey fame, a flat mile away
Days out nearby
- Bampton village and its pubs (1 mile)
- The Trout at Tadpole Bridge and the Thames (1 mile)
- Cotswold Wildlife Park (20 minutes)
Know before you go
- Opens late March, the quiet spring weeks are lovely.
- Book yurts far ahead, they go before the grass pitches.
- Walk into Bampton for the Downton filming spots, there is a map in the village.
The honest bit
The site mixes campers with yurt and cabin glampers, so summer weekends can feel busier than the setting suggests. Midweek it is blissful.
Camping weather this week
Live 7-day forecast for Bampton, straight from Open-Meteo.
Quick answers
Are campfires allowed at Camping Westmoor Farm?
Yes. Campfires or fire pits are part of the experience at Camping Westmoor Farm. Follow the site's current fire rules, keep fires off the grass where asked, and check ahead in very dry spells.
Does Camping Westmoor Farm have a swimming pool?
No. The nearest pool site in this guide is Lincoln Farm Park, about 5 miles away. Camping Westmoor Farm makes up for it outdoors.
How far is Camping Westmoor Farm from Faringdon and Oxford?
Camping Westmoor Farm is about 6 miles from Faringdon (SN7) and roughly 15 miles from Oxford city centre. Distances are approximate road miles.
When is Camping Westmoor Farm open?
Camping Westmoor Farm is typically open Late 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.
