Benson Waterfront, Wallingford, Oxfordshire

Set along the River Thames, Benson Waterfront offers a peaceful, adult only stay within a 20 minute drive of historic Oxford. Park up on one of the fully serviced pitches, with premium pitches based right on the waterfront with scenic views. It's a handy base for walkers, with the Thames Path stretching directly from the site. Stop at the onsite cafe, serving a tasty selection of food and drinks, or hire a boat and cruise along the water.

About the site

This peaceful, adult only base combines the best of the quiet Oxfordshire countryside and the vibrancy of a working marina on the River Thames. Based right on the waterfront, guests can rent paddleboards, kayaks, canoes or day boats from the docks. It's also a handy choice for keen walkers, with direct access to the Thames Path. The site offers fully serviced hardstanding pitches, including some premium waterside pitches with scenic views. All pitches have electric hook up, water and waste, and offer space for a caravan with an awning, or a motorhome. A selection of luxurious one and two bedroom lodges can also be found onsite. Based just off the A4074, the site is in a great location to explore the local area. There's also a handy bus stop at the entrance, with the Thames Travel X40 bus service running directly to both Oxford and Reading. Dogs are welcome, with up to two pups permitted per pitch. BBQs are allowed, but must be raised off the ground.

Open from 1 March to 31 January.

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What facilities are at Benson Waterfront?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Adult only

Electric hookups

Fishing

Laundry

Near pub

Peaceful

Wash up area

Water hookups

Watersports

Site facilities include showers, toilets, a laundry and a washing up area.

For a bite to eat, the onsite Benson Waterfront Cafe and Bar serves breakfast, pizza, drinks and a full main menu, and is open daily from 8.30am until 7pm. The cafe features an outdoor decking area built right on the water, great for enjoying a drink whilst watching the boats pass. There's also an onsite shop selling tackle and bait items.

Paddleboards, kayaks, canoes and motorised day boats can all be rented from the docks, plus there's also fishing available (with a day licence). For further convenience, there is a bus stop at the site entrance, with the Thames Travel X40 bus service running directly into both Oxford and Reading.

For picking up the essentials, there are both a Co-op and M&S Simply Food within a five minute drive, or ten minute walk. Further dining options can be found at The Three Horseshoes, The Crown Inn and No. 25 Benson, all within a ten minute walk.

There are 8 accommodation options on-site

8 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches

Fully serviced hardstanding pitches with electric hook up, water and waste disposal for caravans and motorhomes. Some pitches are based right on the waterfront.

Interested in staying at Benson Waterfront?

Unfortunately Benson Waterfront doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.

Site rules and policies

*Check-in from midday.

*Check out before 11.30am.

*Fires must not be lit onsite, including fire pits.

*BBQs are allowed but must be raised off the ground.

*Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead. Two dogs maximum per pitch.

*No smoking allowed inside or around the facilities buildings.

Things to do on site and in the Wallingford area

It'll be no surprise to hear that the boating opportunities at the marina are the main draw here. Hire your own vessel, or rent equipment to try your hand at canoeing, kayaking and more. If you have your own boat, you can also moor it safely.

Keen anglers won't want to miss the chance to fish on the river, just make sure to have the right licences, with day passes available onsite.

For walking and cycling, the site has direct access to the Thames Path. Head downstream to the historic market town of Wallingford to explore the 11th century castle ruins and browse local markets (50 minute walk). Or walk upstream through open fields to Shillingford Bridge (30 minutes).

With a bus stop right at the entrance, it's very easy to use public transport here. Take the Thames Travel X40 bus service to Oxford to visit the historic university buildings, botanical gardens and range of shops and museums. Punting on the river is also not to be missed! For those with a car, the site is just off the A4074, so the rest of the area is easily accessible.

Other local attractions include:

Basildon Park (20 minutes)
Didcot Railway Centre (20 minutes)
Pitt Rivers Museum (30 minutes)
Reading (30 minutes)
Highclere Castle (45 minutes)

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Interested in staying at Benson Waterfront?

Unfortunately Benson Waterfront doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.

The listing for Benson Waterfront was last updated on October 7th, 2026 at 8:22 AM