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Ross Rowing Club and Campsite

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Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire

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On the banks of the River Wye, Ross Rowing Club and Campsite offers a traditional waterside camping getaway, just five minutes from Ross-on-Wye. Tents and campers can pitch up on 12 acres of open grass field, with non electric grass pitches suitable for everyone. Canoe or paddle board along the river, with the clubhouse open most Friday evenings to enjoy a drink and BBQ. Discover a range of shops and eateries within a ten minute walk too!

Why choose Ross Rowing Club and Campsite


Located in the Wye Valley close to the Forest of Dean, within a ten minute walk of Ross-on-Wye

Access to the River Wye for canoeing / paddle boarding, with an onsite clubhouse open most Fridays!

Family and dog friendly site within a 20 minute drive of Symonds Yat Rock and Goodrich Castle

About the site


The site is right on the river and only a ten minute walk from the market town of Ross-on-Wye. Ideal for a fun-filled camping trip, guests can head out on the water on canoes and paddle boards, or simply unwind on the bank with a picnic or a book. The campsite area is located on the fields behind the rowing club buildings, with 12 acres of space available. Tents, campervans, and motorhomes are all welcome, with 12m x 10m non electric grass pitches for everyone and a minimum of 6m between units. There is a separate fenced area for school groups and youth organisations such as Scouts and D of E. The club hosts a whole host of fun events for guests to get involved in, from the Ross on Wye 'Beerfest' over the early May BH weekend to the Dragon Boat and Rowing Regatta at the end of August Dogs can join you for your stay, with up to two dogs permitted per pitch. Please note, open fires are not allowed and BBQs need to be off the ground to avoid damaging the grass. However, the site's clubhouse is open most Friday evenings and some Saturdays with a licensed bar and regular BBQ nights!

Ross Rowing Club and Campsite is open from 18/04 to 29/09.


Facilities and amenities

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Near pub

Peaceful

Watersports

Campers have access to mens and ladies toilets, four unisex showers and outside washing up facilities. Details of how to access the club will be sent following booking as the entrance gate has a combination code lock as do the toilets and showers, Elsan disposal point and fire extinguishers. Water points are available along with hardstanding parking.

The Clubhouse Bar and BBQ is open most Friday evenings (and some Saturdays in the summer months) with a full bar, along with regular BBQ evenings. Overnight storage for canoes is available, with direct access to the river for all campers.

There are multiple pubs, shops and eateries within a 10 minute walk including The Hope and Anchor, Man Of Ross, Aldi and Morrisons.


A note from the site themselves...

Welcome to Ross Rowing Club, a place rich in history and community spirit. Our story began in the 1870s when the River Wye became a hub for both leisure and competition. From early regattas featuring rowing, coracle races, and even donkey races, to the building of our first clubhouse in 1908, the club has always been a gathering place for people who love the water.

Through wars and changing times, we've grown stronger, adding new facilities and welcoming members from all walks of life. Today, Ross Rowing Club is a vibrant space offering rowing for all ages and abilities, safe river access for canoeing and paddleboarding, and grass field camping. Whether you're here to compete, relax, or explore, the river remains at the heart of everything we do.


Map and address

Park address

Ross Rowing Club and Campsite,

Ross Rowing Club, Rope Walk, The Boat House, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 7BU

Coordinates

51.9176, -2.5893 | SO 59 24

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Ross Rowing Club and Campsite is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Rallies

Young children


There are 47 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

47 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 4 people

Non electric grass pitches set out on the rowing club's fields behind the clubhouse. Suitable for tents, campervans, and motorhomes. All pitches are around 10m x 12m, and can accommodate a vehicle plus one four-person tent or two two-person tents.


Ross Rowing Club and Campsite reviews

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Good short stay

Laura D

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesJun 2025

Great stay for one night, perfect to get to the river easily. The road was a little noisy and the showers needed a bit of a clean but all in all, good stay!

Site's response

Thanks for your review and glad that you found it easy and accessible. We've taken on board your comments regarding the showers - they ARE cleaned twice daily, and we do request that guests help to leave them as they would wish to find them, but still sorry they weren't up to scratch.

Two day canoe trip

Michael F

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesJun 2025

Me and three other friends were canoeing from Hoarwithy to Symonds Yat over two days with a stop to camp in Ross on Wye. Thoroughly recommend this trip I've done it twice and it doesn't disappoint. There are rabbits on the campsite too (I counted 11 in the morning).

Site's response

Thanks for your lovely review - and delighted you've come back for more - and were able to see the rabbits nibbling in the morning sunshine!

Lovely relaxing stay

Andrew S

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VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Grass PitchesJun 2025

Great location, take a boat. Short walk into the town. Toilets clean, showers hot. Borders the A40 so arrange a pitch on the other side of the road if noise bothers you.

Site's response

Glad you enjoyed your stay, and yes, it is definitely worth getting a boat trip if you can! (the pub just downstream hires them out by the hour, or there are plenty of canoe hire companies in the area) Thank you for your review.

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FAQ

There is not a formal check-in process however the site asks you to arrive between 2pm and 6pm. Departure is due before 12 noon on your final day.

Yes, if you're hoping to bring your pups along then up to two dogs are permitted per pitch, just make sure they are kept on their lead and not left unattended. Please note, breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted.

If you're looking to cook up a storm, BBQs are permitted please just ensure they are raised off the ground to avoid burning the grass. The clubhouse also hosts regular BBQ nights. Open fires are not permitted.

Yes, the site regularly welcomes groups from school trips to Scouts and D of E. Please note, hen and stag parties are not permitted.

Yes, there is parking available at each pitch but please make sure your vehicle fits inside of your allocated pitch.

The onsite clubhouse has a full bar and is open most Friday evenings for drinks and often for BBQ evenings! In the summer months this is also open on Saturdays.

Edde Cross Street bus stop is less than a ten minute walk away, while Ledbury train station is a 25 minute drive.

Yes, the site operates a quiet policy between 10pm and 7am.

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Things to do on site and in the Ross-on-Wye area

Located right by the River Wye, the site is a great spot for those wanting to take out their canoe or paddleboard. Explore the river and stop off at charming waterfront pubs and scenic spots for a picnic!

A ten minute drive will take you to the Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo, where you can walk amongst colourful butterflies in a tropical setting. A great day out for those with little ones.

For adventure seekers, Symonds Yat Rock is within 15 minutes. This viewpoint offers breathtaking views of the Wye Valley and is a fantastic location for hiking or birdwatching - you might even spot a peregrine falcon!

Ross-on-Wye is just five minutes from the campsite with its pretty shops, cosy cafés, and riverside walks, it's a lovely place to relax. Whether you're into history, nature, or just unwinding, there's plenty to enjoy.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Goodrich Castle (10 minutes)
  • Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail (20 minutes)
  • Perrygrove Railway Adventure (20 minutes)
  • National Trust - Skenfrith Castle (20 minutes)
  • Eastnor Castle (25 minutes)
The listing for Ross Rowing Club and Campsite was last updated on July 24th, 2025 at 12:14 AM

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