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Ashspring Caravanning And Camping Site
Blacksmiths Barn
Great Rissington
Bourton On Water
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire (Browse area)
GL54 2LH
Tel: 01451 820224 or 07860796687
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Pitches: 15
Open: 03/04/2026 to 30/09/2026
28/04/2027 to 30/09/2027
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 Caravan Pitches |
 Motorhome Pitches |
 Small Campervans |
 No Glamping Units |
 No Statics for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 No Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 No Hardstandings |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Adults Only |
 Not Members Only |
 No Rallies |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 No Baby Changing |
 No Laundry |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 No Gas Exchange |
 Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 No Freezer / Fridge |
 Motorhome Point |
 No Wifi Access |
 Shop <5 miles |
 Bar <1 mile |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile |
| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing <5 miles |
 No Wild Swimming |
 Indoor Pool <5 miles |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding <5 miles |
 Cycle Hire <5 miles |
 Golf <5 miles |
 No Tennis |
 No Beach |
 No Watersports |
 No Boat Launch |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
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 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport <1 mile |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: August 2023 |
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| Nights stayed: 3 |
Travelling as: Mature couple |
| Reviewer: Markb8 |
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 Fabulous site.
The owner couldn’t have been more helpful, he even lent us a tv Ariel lead that plugged into the sites receiver. Asked how we were doing each day, and gave helpful advice on areas to visit.
Thanks Bill. 
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| Date of Visit: July 2023 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Nights stayed: 3 |
Travelling as: Mature couple |
| Reviewer: Blinkie |
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Arrived in horrendous rain and Bill showed us to one hard standing pitch adjacent to the facilities block, possibly because I am blind and my wife has mobility issues or more likely he took sympathy on us in the rain. This was a bonus as I could fill the fresh water directly from the tap with a long hose.
We can't really comment on the views as the skies didn't really clear while we were there. The bathrooms are adequate and a good idea to have the showers coin operated although we used our own. The bathrooms were always spotless and cleaned regularly and consumables replenished.
As it was a weekend buses weren't too reliable and a taxi was £15 each way. Bourton on the Water was quiet early on but after 10. 00a. M. It suddenly filled up.
There is a CL on the site for 5 caravans but motorhomes go on the other part of the site.
It is so peaceful here and plenty of bird calls.
If we were to return it would be mid week to take advantage of the bus service.
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Date of Visit: July 2023  |
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| Nights stayed: 4 |
Travelling as: Mature couple |
| Reviewer: Markan |
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Excellent site in a great location, close to Bourton on Water, Burford & Stow.
Lovely rural setting and great to have toilets & showers.
Definitely need levelling blocks!
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| Date of Visit: July 2023 |
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| Nights stayed: 2 |
Travelling as: Young couple |
| Reviewer: Morgue |
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Our stay couldn't have been more pleasant. I'm very glad I managed to find out about this site as it's not prominently featured on google.
I was looking for a site close to Bourton on the Water and I'm very glad the nearer ones were full, taking the (nearby and reliable) bus into town and back was very worth it.
Stated price was 22 a night incl. Electric (prices put up to reflect the extreme situation of utilities in the UK rn) but since we were backpackers in a small tent using minimal leccy, the owner offered us a discount unprompted. He was extremely personable and really couldn't have been more pleasant or accommodating for our stay.
There are two gender-neutral shower/toilet rooms, which are cleaned daily and stocked with hand-soap, toilet paper, and even sanitary bags and bins for disposing of things such as period products.
There was a separate women's toilet but I can't comment on what that was like for obvious reasons. There's a sink by the toilet block for washing up/handwashing/etc. No hot water taps there or in bathrooms though: only hot water is the electric showers which are on a paid meter. This meter accepts 20p or pound coins only, at a rate of 10p per minute. The time starts from the money being inserted and the meter is outside the block so be generous with your shower fund or get ready to rush. Aside from the meter I find the gender neutral combined shower/toilet room to be the best layout for convenience and privacy.
There was a stool in the bathroom too which was useful when getting dressed after a shower. I think the shower metering and lack of hot water at the sinks is perfect for keeping costs down and protecting the site owner from costs of inconsiderate people leaving taps on etc as I have witnessed at other sites. I prefer this slightly limited facilities as it is more inkeeping with the spirit of camping.
As we'd booked ahead and the site was only half full so there seemed to be a lot of flexibility with checking in/out times, which suited us fantastically. Clear signs explained the expectations for campers and dogs, and how to contact the owners if necessary.
The views are stupendous. Truly unmatched. As there were only 6-8 groups when we attended the ambience was especially peaceful. Finding a flat enough pitch for our tent was easy as there was such ample space but larger tents on more crowded days may struggle. There is a small room with information brochures and menus from local restaurants to help people plan their holiday. Bourton on the Water is easily accessible by buses which are infrequent but reliable (on weekdays at least).
We were able to get into town around midday and return just after 6 which was perfect to experience the many wonderful attractions of BotW. The bus stop is quite close to the site, but the nearest shop otherwise is over a mile so there was no opportunity to nip out for snacks etc once we were back.
If I have the opportunity, I would go out of my way to camp here again. Highly recommended.
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| Date of Visit: June 2023 |
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| Nights stayed: 6 |
Travelling as: Retired couple |
| Reviewer: Rjthom |
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A very friendly welcoming site, set in quiet beautiful Cotswold countryside.
Very convenient for Bourton on the water, Burford, Bibury and Stow on the Wold.
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| Date of Visit: June 2023 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Nights stayed: 7 |
Travelling as: Mature couple |
| Reviewer: Jackman- Pace |
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We come to this site probably 2 a year. It still keeps traditional rural farming.
The owner is v helpful and keeps the site at v high standard. Just park up put your camping gear around you.
There has been returning owls breeding pair, for years.
Fantastic place for old/new campers. Best place, we go. It's what camping is all about.
Lovely area. Pub walks dog friendly. A serious site for country strolls, from. 5 of a mile to endless miles easily accessible places literally few feet from site.
The old farming ways still visible, tenants plots in fields. So peaceful in famous country Costwolds. Actually loads of places to see within area of 10 miles.
I cannot say enough about this site. Lovely owners his horses and v high standards of care they put in. Ideal location for all the reasons camping started many years ago.
A must be for all bird and field wildlife, enthusiasts or just people watching nature around themselves. Sit back, quite site, watch the breeding owls sat looking at wonderful sunsets, maybe with glass of bubbly, and just let your mind take in fantastic views and feel what true relaxation campers enjoy.
Amazing places and famous villages on the doorstep. You'd want for nothing !
Fantastic getaway for all adults wanting to chill out, and relax without normal site rules. Pull up, within reason park anywhere without pegs and parking rules.
Just that hidaway from larger more moneymaking sites.
Showers and toilets on site, and see Bill the landowner/site owner every morning too ask for further info and any questions you may have.
No comparison to any other site we've been to. Campers paradise.
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| Date of Visit: June 2023 |
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| Nights stayed: 3 |
Travelling as: Retired couple |
| Reviewer: Posset1 |
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What an absolute gem this site is! Bill was extremely kind and helpful and loves to chat with all the campers.
Facilities were basic, but totally adequate considering the reasonable price of £22 including EHU.
We found loads of lovely routes for cycling with some interesting places and local pubs for lunch en route.
As previously mentioned, Bourton on the Water is VERY crowded!
We will certainly re-visit!
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| Date of Visit: August 2022 |
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| Nights stayed: 3 |
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| Reviewer: Joelewes |
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What a great little site! Bill and his wife are very friendly and helpful. The site is a little bumpy but plenty of home made levelling ramps are dotted around the site to help you level up. There are two unisex showers (60p should give you a good shower) and one female toilet. There is also an information room.
There are plenty of walks from the site - a map is a must though as there are so many finger posts dotted around that you may get lost (we did once!).
There is a pub in the village (The Lamb). We had a drink there on a couple of occasions but didn’t eat (a bit on the expensive side). The gardens need a bit of TLC as the furniture is in need of a luck of paint and the detritus of the day needs clearing up occasionally. This may be a bit harsh as with most eateries nowadays they are under-staffed.
We walked into Bourton on the Water on a Saturday. If you value your sanity, don’t bother as it was like walking into a massively busy theme park! I feel sorry for the locals. We lasted half an hour.
This part of the Cotswolds is wonderful however and the scenery and villages are stunning.
Would we visit the site again? Most certainly. Just be aware that it’s a CL site and does not have the facilities of larger sites. But £20 a night is very good value.
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| Date of Visit: July 2022 |
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| Nights stayed: 4 |
Travelling as: Mature couple |
| Reviewer: Johnr3 |
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We have just returned from a lovely four days at this beautiful well cared for peaceful site,
The site is spotlessly clean and the owner was friendly and very welcoming came to check everything was ok every day.
If you want a lazy few days doing nothing but going for nice walks from the site this is the place for you, and all for £20 a night,
There is a bus service just outside the gate going to Bourton on the water, only 2 a day,
There is a nice pub in the village of Great Rissington about 10 min walk may be less if you are young,
Overall lovely site, we will definitely be going back.
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| Date of Visit: July 2022 |
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| Nights stayed: 2 |
Travelling as: With friends |
| Reviewer: Davidmv6 |
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Second time of visiting this site,
Bill the owner always takes time to chat to campers,
The site is very well kept and clean, really peaceful stay,
First visit was in two MGAs, this last visit on two motorcycles, there will definitely be a third visit but in two Messerschmitt bubble cars,
Looking forward to visiting again, I would highly recommend a stay if your looking for peace and quiet.
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