The Batch Campsite offers a simple, back to basics stay in the Mendip Hills, within a 15 minute drive of Cheddar and Cheddar Gorge. There are non electric, car-free grass tent pitches with fire pits, or glamping bell tents furnished with camp beds and essentials. It is a rural location surrounded by wildlife, accessed by a small, bumpy lane. For days out, Weston-super-Mare and Wookey Hole are also within 30 minutes.

Why choose The Batch Campsite

A rural, back to basics campsite in the Mendip Hills, located at the end of a private road

Just 15 minutes to Cheddar Gorge, 20 minute drive to sandy beaches of Western

Easy access to walks and woodland with an abundance of wildlife

About the site

This tent only campsite has a classic, back-to-basics vibe. It is set on a small flat field situated at the top of the Mendip Hills, accessed by a small, bumpy lane. Pitches are all on grass and are surrounded by woodland where you can spot wildlife. Parking is a short walk from the pitches, with wheelbarrows for transporting your things. If you don't want to bring your tent with you, then opt for one of the batch bell tents. The 5m all-weather bell tents each sleep up to six, complete with campbeds and self inflatable mattresses for four (bedding is not provided). You will also be provided with a table and chairs and a camp kitchen with utensils. Outside, you will also find your own solar shower and steel fire pit with a griddle. The site welcomes BBQs and can supply tasty produce and meat for you to cook. There are also communal fire pits dotted around the camping field. Dogs are welcome.

The Batch Campsite is open from 27/03 to 12/10. Pitches from £24/night for 2 people.

"Great little gem!"

Jason B

"Lovely setting, I'll be back"

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What facilities are at The Batch Campsite?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Communal BBQ

Fires allowed

Freezer

Fridge

Glamping

Near pub

Peaceful

Wash up area

Site facilities include a toilet block, hot showers, fridge-freezer and washing up area. A communal BBQ area is onsite and the site can provide local produce, including burgers, sausages and trout to help you fry up a tasty dish.

Nearby is the Crown Inn at Churchill, just over a five minute walk, serving local ales and a delicious range of food.

There are 8 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

6 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 10 people

Grass pitches, without electric, for tents only. Dogs welcome. A backpacker option is available for those arriving on foot or bicycle.

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Nick M

Small Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesSep 2026

Fantastic night. Even had a great camp fire

Loved it!

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Sophie T

Small Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2026

I had a great time at The Batch campsite! I was a bit nervous about driving up the narrow lane to get to the campsite, but my car and I made it in one piece and it was definitely worth it! The camping field itself is surrounded by trees and bushes and the small number of pitches makes it feel lovely and peaceful. However, if you want even more peace and quiet there is an orchard with hammocks, which is a perfect spot to read your book as the sun sets (as long as you don't mind occasional noise from the chickens!) The facilities included three toilets and two showers which seemed to be the right amount for the number of people staying there. I never had to queue for the shower. It was also great to have the communal fridges/freezers. There was even a kettle! Tim (the owner) was also really lovely and always came round the campsite at least once a day to check that everyone was doing okay. He also had plenty of recommendations for food and walks locally! I managed to do three different walks from the campsite - my favourite places that I visited were Rowberrow Warren (lots of trees, good paths, but watch out for the mountain bikers!) and Wavering Down (lovely views). Dolebury Warren is also really close to the campsite if you don't want to walk quite as far! For food, I would definitely recommend a lunch at The Crown - I had a great veggie chilli! I really enjoyed my stay at The Batch and would definitely love to come back here again.

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Bede G

Small Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2026

Tim the owner is very helpful and willing to help out. When I managed to get my car caught in a rut he towed me out - thanks, Tim! The washblock area is good, except that the shower soaks any clothes or towel you put in there. Water is hot almost straight away. You have to press a button every few seconds, which saves water. Eco-friendliness is a strong thing at this site. Almost everything can be recycled, it just needs people to be prepared to sort out their rubbish. The location is great for walking, with places such as Cheddar only a few miles away.

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Site rules

Is The Batch Campsite dog friendly?

Yes, two dogs are welcome to join per pitch or bell tent, provided they are kept on a lead whilst onsite and are not a breed/crossbreed listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.

Are BBQs/campfires allowed at The Batch Campsite?

BBQs are welcome as long as they are kept raised off the ground and every pitch here includes its own fire pit - open fires are permitted in the fire pits only.

What time is check-in/out at The Batch Campsite?

Check-in is from 1pm until 9pm. Campers are welcome to check-out at any time on your final day. For bell tents, please depart before 10am.

Pitches

Does The Batch Campsite allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?

Yes, free of charge!

Can I park next to my pitch at The Batch Campsite?

No, at The Batch Campsite you are not able to park on your pitch. Guests will need to park in a car park just a short walk from the pitches but wheelbarrows will be supplied for transporting your things.

Getting there

What is access like at The Batch Campsite?

The Batch Campsite is located at the top of a private access track road. This may be bumpy and trickier in bad weather.

Things to do on site and in the Churchill area

You're in an ideal location for walking and touring the Mendip Hills with plenty of nearby paths and cycling trails to explore. The site is also situated on the Mendip Pub trail if you're in need of a tipple or three.

Cheddar is just three miles away so start planning your day trips to famous Cheddar Gorge and venture into Gough's cave. Wookey Hole is just beyond Cheddar about a 25 minute drive. In the opposite direction is the North Somerset Riviera stretching from Burnham on Sea via Brean and it's Aquapark and the pier at Weston Super Mare all the way to the calm of Clevedon's Victorian seafront.

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