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Apperley, Gloucester, Gloucestershire

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Willow Hill offers camping and glamping plus private party experiences with dining based on a working farm in Gloucestershire. Amenities include a heated outdoor pool with a sun deck, stunning views, and a licensed bar (July and August). There's plenty of space to roam and explore, children and dogs are welcome too! Party spaces can be hired for exclusive use, including a marquee for private dining, the Mill House and the conservatory.

Enjoy spectacular panoramic rural views, just 20 minutes from Cheltenham and Gloucester

Large heated outdoor pool with raised sun deck and a licensed bar in the summer!

Great for keen foodies with delicious onsite food and drink options throughout the day

About Willow Hill

Willow Hill is a working farm set on a small hill and commanding spectacular views over the Severn Vale towards the Cotswolds. The farm is a peaceful family-friendly retreat, with open pastures off the beaten track, with plenty of space for children to play and explore. Guests can enjoy relaxed camping and glamping, on a self-catering basis, along with a friendly and chilled vibe. Camping on the top field with plenty of space to pick your pitch. It's close to all amenities, including showers, toilets and washing up area. Firepits can be hired, and wood is available to purchase on site. For glampers, there are some scattered bell tents, emperor tents and two yurts available for hire. A few strides from the top field, on the edge of an old apple and pear orchard, there are several more yurts plus lodges, all beautifully furnished, with rural views across to the vale of Gloucester. During the summer holidays, the licensed bar is open from early until late, serving a superb choice of drinks, including hot drinks and snacks. The outdoor heated 32' x 16' pool is open from early until late, with a raised sundeck and lounger chairs to take in the stunning views from the top of the hill. There are outdoor games to pick up and play, as well as Craig, the farm collie who loves to play fetch. For countryside days, you can explore fields and water meadows with self-guided nature trails, pick a path by the River Severn or walk to Coombe Hill nature reserve. The site love to host parties and celebrations and welcome enquiries for group bookings. As well as camping, they can offer a blend of mixed accommodation, including yurts, lodges, bell and emperor tents. Party spaces are available for exclusive hire, including the stunning stretched marquee for private dining, the Mill House and Cobney Bar. The site creates a fantastic menu from its own kitchen, ideal for milestone birthdays, family gatherings and friend reunions.


Facilities and amenities

Site amenities include showers, eco-toilets, flush toilets, and charging for mobile devices. Every glamping camp has its own loo and coldwater washbasin in addition to the hot showers and toilets on site. There is also a 32' heated outdoor pool (saltwater cleaning system) with sundeck and loungers enjoying stunning views across the Severn Vale.

Onsite you will find the Mill House as a beautifully furnished clubhouse with leather sofas and chairs, wood burners, and dining and chill spaces. Leading off the Mill House, the Conservatory has seating and a hot desking area. Both areas are open 24/7.

The Cobney Bar (open from noon) serves an extensive range of local and regional wines, spirits, beers and lagers, and soft drinks. The Pavilion is set for dining and drinks, warmed on chilly days by a wood burner. In the Shrubbery, there is scattered dining around the trees, communal fire pits and artistic lighting for a magical evening atmosphere.

Happerley Dining Rooms (must pre-book, strictly no walk ups) is open daily for snacks, light lunches and suppers. The kitchen uses locally sourced, award-winning ingredients to produce a delicious menu that champions 'proper food'.

The nearest pub is the Farmers Arms, just a few minutes walk through the orchard.

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Adult only

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Watersports

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A note from the site themselves...

At our core, we hold four values that guide everything we do.

First and foremost, we're passionate about inspiring both children and adults to reconnect with the beauty of nature. Whether it's a walk through the woods or a lazy afternoon by the river.

We also pride ourselves on creating a laid-back, friendly atmosphere where everyone feels welcome. Our hope is that you'll feel comfortable enough to kick off your shoes and truly relax during your stay.

Of course, we understand that privacy is key when it comes to a getaway. That's why we prioritise discretion and respect your need for space and solitude.

Lastly, we're deeply committed to sustaining our family farm and preserving the land for future generations.

We can't wait to share these values with you and make your stay truly unforgettable.


Map and address

Park address

Willow Hill,

School Road, Apperley, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL19 4DJ

Coordinates

51.9495, -2.1988 | SO 86 27

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Willow Hill is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Rallies

Young children


There are 36 accommodation options on-site

Non-Electric Grass Pitches at Willow Hill

25 x Non-Electric Grass Pitches

Max 8 people

10m x 10m non electric grass pitches for tents and campervans. Pick your own pitch in the Top Field with sweeping views over the Severn Vale and across to the Cotswolds. Quiet camping May and June with limited facilities. All facilities open from July.

Electric Grass Pitches at Willow Hill

4 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches with 6 amp electric hook up. Pitches are 10m x 10m and are suitable for tents, campervans, caravans or motorhomes.


Willow Hill reviews

4.79 /5

88%

Recommend

20 reviews
Overall
4.79
Location
4.9
Value for money
4.75
Service
4.8
Facilities
4.7
Cleanliness
4.8

Beautiful campsite, perfect for families

Demi G

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VW-Type Campervan - Non-Electric Grass PitchesAug 2023

Absolutely fantastic campsite, the views are stunning. Swimming pool, trampoline, games and so much more the kids. Food all homemade and wow, gorgeous! Couldn't do enough for you, great service and friendly faces.

Best campsite I’ve ever been to

Charlie W

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Large Tent - Non-Electric Grass PitchesJul 2023

A great campsite: amazing view, plenty of facilities like toilets and showers, games and sports equipment that can be borrowed, lovely staff, just an all round pleasure to visit. A small gripe is that the shower stayed cold no matter how long it was running for. And also if you don’t like wasps, through the day there wasn’t more than 30 seconds where a wasp didn’t come visit the tent or us sitting outside. Although I understand this is the case with many campsites and can’t really be combatted.

Camping

Daley L

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Large Tent - Non-Electric Grass PitchesJul 2023

Stayed for two nights and enjoyed every minute. The on-site bar and cafe was great. Heated swimming pool was a good bonus for the kids. Plenty of garden games for all to play. Very friendly. Would definitely recommend.

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Interested in staying at Willow Hill?

Call 01242 222848 to book.

Unfortunately Willow Hill 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.


FAQ

For those arriving for camping, you can do so between 11am and 7pm. Check-in for glamping is between 3pm and 7pm Please vacate your camping pitch by 11am on day of departure and ensure you have checked out of glamping units by 10am,

Yes, a maximum of two dogs are welcome per pitch. Do keep all dogs on a lead in populated areas and all waste must be collected immediately.

BBQs are permitted but do ensure that these are raised off the ground. You can also have open fires but these must be in designated raised fire pits. Wood must be purchased from the site, please do not collect your own wood.

Yes there is a lovely little bar on site, the Cobney Bar or you can grab a meal at The Mill Terrance.


Willow Hill offers the freedom to play, explore and get closer to nature. With plenty of games to play a heated swimming pool to enjoy there is fun to be had right here on the farm.

For those days when you want to explore the countryside, head to the fields and water meadows and take a self-guided trail.

Head further afield to Gloucester and its historic docks and spectacular Cathedral, to the Forest of Dean for hilly hiking and biking trails, to Cheltenham for Regency architecture, culture and shopping. And of course, there's the chance to explore the Cotswolds and its honey-stoned villages and market squares, historical places of interest and rolling landscapes.

Interested in staying at Willow Hill?

Call 01242 222848 to book.

Unfortunately Willow Hill 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.

4.79 /5

20 reviews
The listing for Willow Hill was last updated on April 15th, 2024 at 9:21 AM

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