Camp at The Wave, Bristol, Gloucestershire

Located in the field alongside our world-class surfing lake, these pitches are perfect for those seeking an authentic camping adventure. The campsite is ideal for families, couples, and groups of friends looking to immerse themselves in nature. Head to the Clubhouse for delicious local food and a front-row seat to the surfing. The ultimate activity holiday!

Why choose Camp at The Wave

Unique surfing pools with guaranteed great waves all year round

Excellent onsite facilities including cafe, bar, pop-up food stalls surfing shop and lessons

Family friendly camping pitches and luxury safari tents

About the site

The surf is pumping every day, and the campsite is just metres from the shoreline. You can wake to the sound of the waves and be catching them within minutes. Guests can choose from camping pitches or luxury safari tent glamping. The café is open from post 'dawn patrol' breakfasts, right the way through the day, until the last bite of pizza after a 'sunset session' in the evening. Kids can also play in the fantastic park, whilst adults shop in the surf shop, selling surfboards, equipment, clothes, gifts and more.

Camp at The Wave's season normally runs from July until August. Sign up to alerts and we'll let you know when bookings re-open.

What facilities are at Camp at The Wave?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

EV charging

Fridge

(Private, in glamping unit)

Glamping

Wash up area

Watersports

Safari tent facilities include a private toilet and a fully equipped kitchen area including two ring hob, sink, fridge, kettle, plus cooking utensils, cutlery and crockery. Shower block onsite nearby. EV chargers are available in the main car park.

The Clubhouse cafe onsite opens for breakfast, lunch and dinner using the best ingredients from local suppliers, including Buxton Butchers and Clifton Coffee - it's also the home of a surf shop and roof terrace! There are a number of superb pop-up food stalls here too.

There are 75 accommodation options on-site

23 x Safari Tents

Max 8 people

Safari tents kitted out with a double bed, two bunk beds (suitable for adults or children), and sofa bed. Inside private toilet, kitchenette with wood burning stove and balcony. Purpose-built shower facilities nearby, please bring your own towels.

2 x Accessible Safari Tents

Max 6 people

Accessible safari tents are DDA compliant, with a double bed, two single beds (suitable for adults or children), and sofa bed. A larger private toilet, adapted kitchenette and balcony. Purpose-built shower facilities nearby, please bring your own towels.

Site rules and policies

The site is pet free.

BBQs and fires are not permitted.

WiFi is available in every safari tent.

Please keep talking and music at a level which will not disturb your neighbours.

Accommodation bookings do not include surf sessions.

Need to know

Frequently asked questions about Camp at The Wave

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Site rules

What time is check-in/out at Camp at The Wave?

Check-in is between 3pm till 8pm and you must vacate your glamping accommodation by 10am on day of departure.

Facilities

Is there a restaurant or cafe at Camp at The Wave ?

The Clubhouse cafe is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner using the best ingredients from local suppliers, including Buxton Butchers and Clifton Coffee. There is also a surf shop and roof terrace.

What's nearby

What attractions are nearby Camp at The Wave?

The site is based at one of Bristol's most popular attractions, The Wave, meaning you're mere moments from surfing the waves here. Whether you're a beginner or pro boarder, there are sessions catering to all types of surfer.

Venture into the city and hit the waterfront, with paddleboarding available, or take in some of the cultural history here with a trip to the Arnolfini gallery, Millennium Square and more.

Other local attractions include:

Bristol Zoo Gardens
Tyntesfield (National Trust)
Cabot Tower
Bristol Aquarium

A note from the site themselves...

Here at The Wave, we're all about spreading good vibes! We think being good to our planet and the awesome folks around us is super important. That's why we carefully make decisions, keeping a close eye on how they affect our profits, our community, and our beautiful planet.

Even before The Wave got its cool name, we had the best supporters ever - our amazing Wavemakers! They surfed with us, helped with crowdfunding, and cheered us on every step of the journey.

Camp at The Wave is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Young children

Things to do on site and in the Bristol area

Bustling Bristol is a short distance from the site and is a hub of culture, complete with Millennium Square, the Arnolfini art gallery, cinema as well as an abundance of shops lining its waterfront - also great for a paddleboarding session!

Alternatively, soak up the Georgian history at Clifton village and make time to take in the stunning views from the suspension bridge or make a purchase in one of many independent stores here.

Other attractions nearby include: