Briarfields Touring Park is a friendly, family-run, adults-only retreat on the edge of the Cotswolds, just minutes from the M5. Enjoy spacious hardstanding and fully serviced pitches, modern washrooms and cosy camping pods. Relax with a drink at The Orchard Bar, with outdoor seating amongst the trees. With a 24-hour bus service outside the park, Cheltenham and Gloucester are easy to explore!

Why choose Briarfields Touring Park

Featured in our 2026 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites

Situated just a few minutes from the M5, ten minutes in to Cheltenham town centre

A 24 hour bus service from outside the gate into Regency Cheltenham and historic Gloucester

Well maintained onsite facilities with a bar, and an off road cycle track and footpath into town

About the site

Nestled between Cheltenham and Gloucester, Briarfields Touring Park is a welcoming, family-run, adults-only site, perfectly positioned for exploring the beautiful Cotswolds and wider Gloucestershire countryside. Surrounded by mature trees, established hedgerows and visiting wildlife, it's a lovely place to relax, unwind and enjoy a well-earned break. Getting here couldn't be easier! Just minutes from the M5, the park offers straightforward access for caravans and motorhomes, with no tricky narrow country lanes to navigate. Touring guests can choose from hardstanding pitches with 10 amp electric hook-ups or fully serviced pitches for a little extra convenience. Hornbeam hedging separates the pitches, offering a sense of space and privacy, although some hedges are more established than others. For those without their own caravan or motorhome, three cosy camping pods: Buttercup, Daisy and Bluebell offer a comfortable alternative. Each pod sleeps two adults, with either a double bed or twin beds, and comes equipped with heating, lighting, electricity and a handy kitchenette featuring a mini fridge, microwave and kettle. French doors open onto a private decking area, perfect for enjoying a morning cuppa or relaxing in the fresh air. Guests simply need to bring their own bedding. A lovely addition to the park is The Orchard Bar, a welcoming spot where guests can relax with a drink and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. With outdoor seating nestled in the orchard, it's the perfect place to soak up a little sunshine, unwind after a day exploring the Cotswolds or enjoy a leisurely evening chatting with fellow guests. And the best bit? There's no need to venture off site! Four-legged friends are very welcome too, with up to two well-behaved dogs permitted per pitch. A fully enclosed dog exercise field provides plenty of space for a proper off-lead run, while the surrounding countryside offers some wonderful walking opportunities for guests and their canine companions. Exploring the local area couldn't be simpler. Frequent bus services stop directly outside the park entrance, making it easy to visit Cheltenham and Gloucester without taking the car. Cyclists are well catered for too, with a good network of cycle routes nearby, including Sustrans National Cycle Route 41 just moments away. The picturesque towns and villages of the Cotswolds are within easy reach, including Winchcombe (approximately 25 minutes), Bourton-on-the-Water (35 minutes) and Stow-on-the-Wold (40 minutes). Whether it's exploring charming villages, discovering independent shops, enjoying countryside walks or stopping for a leisurely pub lunch, there's plenty to see and do. With its friendly atmosphere, comfortable accommodation, welcoming Orchard Bar and fantastic location, Briarfields is a wonderful base for a relaxing adults-only getaway in the heart of Gloucestershire. Please note that due to the park's convenient location close to the local road network, some background traffic noise may be heard. Rallies are also welcome.

Briarfields Touring Park is open all year round in 2026 and 2027. Pitches from £34.50-£66.50/night for 2 people (depending on dates). Glamping from £61-£110/night for 2 people (depending on dates).

"I have never been to a campsite with such immaculate toilet and shower facilities!"

Annette F

"The site was exceptionally clean and the facilities were excellent"

Mark S

"This campsite is immaculate with well manicured pitches"

Darren H

"Very easy access from the M5 and good public transport links into both Cheltenham and Gloucester"

Kay S

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What facilities are at Briarfields Touring Park?

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

(Included)

Adult only

Dog exercise area

Electric hookups

EV charging

Freezer

Glamping

Laundry

Near pub

Open year round

Peaceful

Wash up area

Water hookups

The site offers a range of well-maintained facilities designed to make your stay comfortable and relaxed. The heated washrooms are modern and clean, with hot showers, toilets, washbasins, hand and hair dryers, shaver points and a fully accessible disabled wet room.

For added convenience, laundry facilities are also provided, including a washing machine, tumble dryer and ironing board, along with a communal freezer and a dish-washing area. Free WiFi is available throughout the park, helping you stay connected during your stay.

Guests also have access to the Orchard Bar onsite, open Thursday to Saturday, 4pm until 8pm, and offering a relaxing spot to enjoy a drink.

One of the great advantages of staying here is how easy it is to get out and about. Directly from the park, you can access a dedicated, off-road walking and cycle path leading into both Cheltenham and Gloucester; perfect for a relaxed stroll or an easy bike ride without traffic.

For those preferring public transport, an excellent bus service runs past the park entrance, with frequent services to both Cheltenham and Gloucester, approximately every 15 minutes.

A wide range of local amenities are also close at hand, all within a ten minute walk. These include the National Hunt Greene King pub, Redgrove Harvester, KFC, Costa Coffee, fish and chips, a Chinese takeaway, and a nearby garden centre with café. Aldi and Asda supermarkets are also within easy reach, ideal for picking up any last-minute essentials.

Great for couples

Enjoy private pitches separated by hedges or stay in a cosy pod. Catch a bus and explore historic Cheltenham, then take a stroll in the charming Cotswolds.

There are 75 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Electric hardstanding pitches for caravans, campervans and smaller motorhomes

Electric hardstanding pitch with gravel and grass area with space for an awning

Electric hardstanding pitches with 10 amp electric hook up

Electric hardstanding pitches surrounded by hedges

Electric hardstanding pitches at Briarfields Touring Park

Electric hardstanding pitches with hedges for privacy

44 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 4 people

Hardstanding touring pitches with 10 amp electric hook up. Mostly level on concrete with a gravel and grass area making space for an awning. Suitable for caravans, campervans (including roof tents) and smaller motorhomes up to 8m.

Fully serviced pitches at Briarfields Touring Park

Fully serviced pitches with hedge dividers, 10 amp electric and fresh water

Fully serviced pitches with fresh water and waste disposal

27 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Touring Pitches

Max 4 people

Fully serviced, hardstanding pitches with hedge dividers for privacy. Each has 10 amp electric, fresh water and waste disposal. Suitable for all caravans, campervans (including roof tents) and smaller motorhomes up to 8m.

Fully Serviced Hardstanding Motorhome Pitches

Max 4 people

Level 13 x 10.5m hardstanding pitches, adjacent to the washrooms. Individually hedged with 10 amp electric, fresh water and a waste water point. Suitable for motorhomes and campervans (including roof tents) only up to 8m.

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Paul M

Motorhome - Electric Hardstanding PitchesSep 2026

Very clean & excellent facilities which were clean

Site's response

Thank you so much for your 5* rating and lovely comments Paul. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to welcome you back again in the future. Best Wishes, Jo, Scott and The Briarfields Team

Beautiful Park

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Roy S

Sprinter-Type Campervan - Fully Serviced Hardstanding Touring PitchesAug 2026

The park was beautiful in a great location to explore the local area on foot, by bus or in car. The cleanliness was spot on.

Site's response

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear you found Briarfields beautiful and spotlessly clean. Our grounds and housekeeping teams put so much care into keeping the park looking its best, so your comments will mean a great deal to them. It's also wonderful to know our location worked so well for exploring the area. Whether heading out on foot, hopping on one of the regular buses just outside the park or travelling a little further afield by car, there's certainly plenty to discover around Cheltenham, Gloucester and the Cotswolds. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Briarfields again soon.

Ardderchog! / Excellent!

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Tom E

Motorhome - Fully Serviced Hardstanding Touring PitchesAug 2026

Lovely, well cared for site so central for Cheltenham, Gloucester and surrounding area. Site was let down by one or two uncaring and irresponsible dog-owners who let their dogs off the lead to roam and soil others' pitches! Being off the lead, they occasionally charged and tried to attack other well controlled dogs in the site! Such lack of control by the few was not fair on the site owners, other dog owners and campers! One camper used one of the fresh water points to clean his teeth when there was a more than adequate 'toilet block' nearby, not to mention the facilities in his own van! Site benefits from having an excellent bus-service right by its entrance! The site is a great place to stay!

Site's response

Thank you so much for your excellent and very thoughtful review! We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at Briarfields, and found the park so well cared for and ideally located for exploring Cheltenham, Gloucester and the surrounding area. We're also pleased you made the most of the excellent bus service right outside our entrance, it's certainly one of the great advantages of our location. We were, however, very disappointed to hear about the behaviour of a small number of dog owners during your stay. We love welcoming dogs to Briarfields, but our park rules are very clear that dogs must be kept under control and on a lead around the touring park. Dorothy's Dog Field is specifically provided as a secure space where they can safely enjoy some off-lead freedom. Allowing dogs to roam, foul other guests' pitches or approach other dogs in an uncontrolled manner is simply not acceptable, and we're sorry you witnessed this. We were equally disappointed to read about the inappropriate use of one of our fresh-water points. These are provided for guests to obtain fresh drinking water and should certainly be treated accordingly. Had either issue been brought to our attention at the time, our team would have been very happy to address it directly. Thankfully, the overwhelming majority of our guests including those travelling with dogs are incredibly considerate of their fellow campers, and treat both the park and its facilities with respect. Thank you for recognising that the actions of a very small number of individuals aren't a reflection of Briarfields or the way the park is managed. We're so pleased that, despite these incidents, you still describe us as a great place to stay. Thank you again for your kind words and support. We very much hope to welcome you back to Briarfields in the future.

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Site rules

What time is check-in and check out at Briarfields Touring Park?

At Briarfields Touring Park, check-in for touring and glamping is between 1pm and 7pm. Please check out and depart by 11am on your final day.

Are dogs allowed at Briarfields Touring Park?

Yes, dogs are more than welcome at Briarfields Touring Park. There is a maximum of two dogs per pitch unless by prior agreement.

Does Briarfields Touring Park allow BBQs and campfires?

At Briarfields Touring Park, open fires are only permitted in raised fire pits using smokeless fuel. Barbecues must also be raised off the ground.

Does Briarfields Touring Park allow group bookings?

Briarfields Touring Park site does not allow same sex bookings for three or more, and hen and stag parties are also not allowed.

Does Briarfields Touring Park have a quiet time or noise policy?

Briarfields Touring Park operates a quiet policy between 10pm and 7am.

Does Briarfields Touring Caravan Park allow tents?

No, only roof tents are permitted at Briarfields Touring Park.

What is the check-in/check out process at Briarfields Touring Park?

When you arrive at Briarfields Touring Park, guests will need to head to reception to check-in. If you are arriving between 5.30pm and 7pm, please contact the site on arrival. There is no access to the site between 8pm and 8am. On the day of your departure, you will just need to make sure you leave no rubbish behind and check out by 11am.

Does Briarfields Touring Park allow day guests to visit those staying onsite?

Yes, Briarfields Touring Park does allow day visitors/guests but they will need to check-in at reception and must be over 18.

Pitches

Can I park near my pitch at Briarfields Touring Park?

There is space for one car to be parked within the boundary of your pitch at Briarfields Touring Park. Any additional cars may be parked in the car park, depending on availability.

Does Briarfields Touring Park allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?

Awnings are allowed on the camping and touring pitches at Briarfields Touring Park. Pup tents and gazebos are not permitted.

What amp is the electric hook up at Briarfields Touring Park?

Briarfields Touring Park supplies 10 amp electric on their pitches.

Are bedding and towels included at Briarfields Touring Park?

Bedding and towels are not included in your stay in the camping pods at Briarfields Touring Park. Please be sure to bring your own.

Where can I find Briarfields Touring Park's map?

You can find a copy of Briarfields Touring Park's map here.

Is electric included in the price of my booking at Briarfields Touring Park? Or is it an additional cost?

All of the electric pitches at Briarfields Touring Park have your usage included in the price of your booking.

Facilities

Is there WiFi at Briarfields Touring Park?

Yes, at Briarfields Touring Park, there is free WiFi is available throughout the site.

Does Briarfields Touring Park have a shop onsite?

No, there isn't an on-site shop at Briarfields Touring Park but there are both Aldi and Asda supermarkets under a five minute drive away.

Is there a restaurant or cafe at Briarfields Touring Park?

No, there is not a restaurant or cafe at Briarfields Touring Park. For dining out, there are lots of restaurants and takeaways, all within a 10 minute walk. These include the National Hunt Greene King pub, Redgrove Harvester, KFC, Costa Coffee, fish and chips, a Chinese takeaway, and a nearby garden centre with a café.

Does Briarfields Touring Park have electric vehicle charging?

No, Briarfields Touring Park does not offer EV charging. The closest electric vehicle charging point is under a five minute drive away on Gloucester Road.

Does Briarfields Touring Park have a communal fridge and freezer?

Briarfields Touring Park offers a shared freezer for ice packs. There is not a communal fridge, so bringing a cool box is recommended.

What is phone signal like at Briarfields Touring Park?

Most phone service providers should be able to access a phone and 4G signal at Briarfields Touring Park.

Getting there

What is access like for touring at Briarfields Touring Park?

Tourers should have no issue with access at Briarfields Touring Park. The site is just off the A40 and is accessed from the B4063.

Are there any local taxi service companies to Briarfields Touring Park?

Local taxi companies to Briarfields Touring Park include Dial a Cab (01242 242424) and Starline Taxis Cheltenham (01242 250250).

What's nearby

What are the nearest pubs to Briarfields Touring Park?

The nearest pubs to Briarfields Touring Park are the National Hut, Hatherley and The Aviator, all within a five minute drive.

What are the nearest beaches to Briarfields Touring Park?

The nearest beaches to Briarfields Touring Park are Severn Beach (45 minutes) and Portishead Beach (50 minutes).

What is within walking distance of Briarfields Touring Park?

Within a 15 walk of Briarfields Touring Park, there is an Asda, National Hunt Greene King Pub, a KFC, Redgrove Harvester, fish and chip shop, Chinese takeaway, B&Q, Home Bargains, Pets and Home, Aldi and a Costa Coffee.

What walking and cycling routes are close to Briarfields Touring Park?

Local walking and cycling routes to Briarfields Touring Park include several flat, well lit, off road paths towards both Cheltenham and Gloucester. There is a direct off-road path leading all the way into Cheltenham in around ten minutes. Sustrans Cycle Route 41 is also just moments away, guiding you along quieter roads towards Gloucester.

A note from the site themselves...

We're Scott and Jo, and Briarfields is very much our home as well as our business.

We're outdoorsy at heart and, when we're not busy looking after the park, you'll often find us pulling on our walking boots and heading off into the Cotswolds with our children and dogs. We feel incredibly lucky to call this beautiful corner of Gloucestershire home, with its rolling hills, gorgeous countryside and wonderful walks right on our doorstep. And we love nothing more than sharing our favourite places with our guests.

Our love of the outdoors is reflected in the way we look after Briarfields. Although we're conveniently located between Cheltenham and Gloucester, we've worked hard to create a green, welcoming space filled with mature trees, hedgerows, shrubs and thoughtful planting. Not only does this give our guests a little extra privacy, but it also provides a lovely home for the birds and wildlife that share the park with us.

We're passionate about making Briarfields a little greener and try to make thoughtful choices wherever we can. All our grounds and maintenance equipment is now electric, helping us reduce emissions and keep things a little quieter around the park. We're always looking for practical ways to encourage wildlife and care for the environment around us.

We've also created The Orchard Bar, a lovely spot where guests can unwind with a drink, enjoy the outdoor seating amongst the orchard trees and have a good old chat. It's become another way of bringing people together and adding to the friendly, relaxed atmosphere we're so proud of.

But for us, running Briarfields is about much more than keeping the grounds looking lovely or providing great facilities. It's about making people feel genuinely welcome, whether they're visiting for the first time or returning for another stay.

We're always happy to share a favourite walk, recommend somewhere for a delicious lunch, help plan a cycling adventure or point you towards one of those hidden Cotswold gems you might otherwise miss.

This is our little corner of the world, and we rather love sharing it with you.

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Things to do on site and in the Cheltenham area

Exploring Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds from Briarfields couldn't be easier! With bus stops directly outside the park entrance, guests can hop on a bus to Cheltenham or Gloucester without the hassle of driving or finding somewhere to park. Services run 24 hours a day, approximately every 20 minutes during the day and every 30 minutes in the evening, making days out and evenings in town wonderfully convenient.

Cheltenham, affectionately known as The Festival Town, is just a short journey away and has something for everyone. With a packed calendar of festivals and events celebrating literature, jazz, music, science, food and drink, there's always something happening. Add in its beautiful Regency architecture, independent shops, lovely cafés and restaurants, and it's easy to see why Cheltenham is such a popular place to visit.

On warmer days, Cheltenham's fabulous 50-metre outdoor lido is a wonderful place for a refreshing swim or a relaxing afternoon in the sunshine. Theatre lovers will enjoy the much-loved Everyman Theatre, while music and history enthusiasts can visit Holst Victorian House, the birthplace of composer Gustav Holst.

For a nostalgic day out, hop aboard the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway and enjoy a scenic journey through the countryside between Cheltenham Racecourse and Broadway. Nearby Sudeley Castle and Gardens is another must-see, with its fascinating royal history, beautiful gardens and connections to Katherine Parr, the last wife of Henry VIII.

Gloucester is equally worth exploring, with its magnificent cathedral, famous for appearing in the Harry Potter films. Wander through the stunning medieval cloisters before heading to the historic Gloucester Docks, where you'll find waterside cafés, restaurants, the National Waterways Museum and plenty of opportunities for a leisurely stroll.

Gloucester Quays is perfect for a little retail therapy, with outlet shopping and places to eat overlooking the waterfront. History lovers can also discover Blackfriars Priory, the charming House of the Tailor of Gloucester, Discover DeCrypt and the Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum.

And then, of course, there are the beautiful Cotswolds right on the doorstep! With rolling hills, honey-coloured stone cottages, picturesque villages and traditional country pubs, it's the perfect place to spend a day exploring. Discover favourites such as Bourton-on-the-Water, Winchcombe, Bibury, Stow-on-the-Wold and Broadway, all within easy reach of the park.

For those who love the great outdoors, the Forest of Dean (approximately 40 minutes) and the spectacular Wye Valley (around an hour) offer beautiful scenery, woodland walks and plenty of opportunities for adventure.

There are also some fantastic attractions closer to home, including:

- Jet Age Museum - 5 minutes

- Sandford Parks Lido - 10 minutes

- Pittville Park and Gardens - 15 minutes

- Sudeley Castle and Gardens - 25 minutes

- Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway - 20 minutes

Whether it's discovering historic towns, enjoying the countryside, exploring local attractions or simply finding a lovely pub for lunch, Briarfields is perfectly placed for making the most of this beautiful part of the country.

And after a busy day out, there's always the option of heading back to the park and enjoying a relaxing drink at The Orchard Bar, with its lovely outdoor seating amongst the orchard trees.