Write your own Review to win £150 of Amazon Vouchers!
If you've ever visited this campsite please submit a review for your chance to win! Each month one lucky person will have their review picked at random and will win £150 of Amazon vouchers. Leave as many reviews as you can for more chances - it only takes a few minutes
Our experience at this campsite was unbelievably negative in almost every respect.
First of all the welcome we got from the owner was rude and unfriendly. Customer service was not his thing, and as paying customers we were taken aback.
There are two camping fields, one of which was damp and boggy with a dead end feel about it, and the other was basically a rectangular field beside an extremely busy and noisy road, which could be heard from both fields.
There are two showers in the stable block. You are expected to stand in a cubicle with an inclined cobbled floor whilst your suds cascade under the door and in the path of fellow campers. Unbelievable!
The three toilets were simply dated, unclean and inevitably smelly.
We had big expectation of Stowford Manor Farm Campsite, but were extremely disappointed. After driving 200 miles to get there, we only stayed the one night, and guess what - showering was out of the question!
I camped here with a friend in a tent for one rather rainy week in July. If you happen to be around in the afternoon and need shelter, the campsite runs its own rather nice tea shop, which also has a pretty outside seating area for more clement weather.
There are two beautifully level fields; however, traffic noise from the road can be heard virtually anywhere you pitch. The owner goes around every day cutting the grass as required.
I thought 50p for a shower was a bit steep, but as the campsite is very cheap otherwise, I let it pass! Although a previous reviewer sounds very positive about the facilities, when it is cold and wet outside neither my friend nor I found the showers (in a kind of converted stable) very enticing.
Moreover, there are only two of them, three wash basins and two sinks; the three toilets are on the other side of the courtyard from the washing facilities, but have hand basins in them with soap and towels.
You are approached on your first morning, even if possibly still 'in bed', and asked to pay up for the whole of your stay in advance.
If you are a cyclist, it is a great area, as you can cycle straight from the campsite to Bath or Devizes along the Kennet & Avon Canal. The countryside all around looks pretty. If you like gardens, you can walk or cycle to the Peto Gardens at Iford Manor, close by, which are really beautiful.
A little further afield at Holt there is a very nice little National Trust place called The Courts Garden, where I enjoyed identifying trees with a tree leaflet I purchased there.
Again it has a good tea room. In conclusion, I might return to that campsite just for a few days for the flatness of the fields, the cheap cost and the surrounding countryside and attractions.
However, for a longer stay, the sound of traffic and the fact that there are no views from the site would deter me.
My family & I recently stayed for 2 nights at Stowford manor, as we spent a day at Longleat (which was excellent).
My mum, dad, sister, her husband & baby stayed in the B&B, whilst my friend and I slept in a tent. The camping facilities were fairly good. Showers require 50p for 15 mins. There was plug sockets for your hairdryer.
Camping area was large (2 fields). My family enjoyed their stay at the B&B, food was nice. Although there was no locks on their bedroom doors and 1 room you had to walk through 1 room to get to theirs.
They had a strict rule of 'no campers in the B&B'. So I only got to see my family when they came out to the site.
We had a meal at Hungerford arms, we were the only customers in the restaurant, but service was slow & they didn't have enough steaks for all of us.
My husband, 21 month old daughter and I spent one night here to meet up with Granny and her dog in her campervan. We drove through a lovely village and found the campsite with ease (we did have SatNav). We drove through the buildings, there were quite a few cars due to the number of workshops held) and found the reception on the left. We were shown to the field and given a few options of where to pitch. There were two fields and ours was furthest from the road and I preferred it.
The pitches are around the sides of the field. There are rivers either side and a lovely shallow(ish) ford. All the pitches were occupied by families - there were quite a few under 2s. We spent the day at the camp catching up and people watching!
There is an underground shelter in the field that the kids loved playing in and which made the field more interesting. There is no playground but there are swing ropes and ducks in the forde.
We wandered down to the weir. It was cloudy the day we visited and cold when the sun wasn't out (fellow campers told me that there was a frost on the grass when they woke up). I didn't think the weir looked as appealing as it does on the campsite's website. In fact it looked very slippery and unwelcoming but it was interesting to see it and read about the swimming club. Maybe on a hot summer's day it would be more inviting.
The facilities at the campsite were great - clean toilets and a fantastic shower and washing up block. I loved the real stone floor.
Ours was a fleeting visit but I have found myself thinking back to it over the week. It definitely made an impression, and I would return. It's one I would also recommend to friends.
I chose this campsite for my granddaughters first camping trip. The only negative was the lack of a signposted 'reception'. I eventually wandered into the farmhouse and was helped by one of the girls there.
The site is lovely. It was only about ten minutes before J was stripped off, made friends with the other children on camp and found the shallow ford with the rope swing. This would need constant adult supervision for the younger ones. It is shallow but muddy at the edges and wide. There's a deeper bit of the river a few yards further down for the braver! A pair of jelly shoes is a must for this bit as is a tadpole net.
The ablution facilities are excellent. Always clean and plenty of privacy. The 50p shower lasts ages, enough for a wash and condition ladies, but not long enough for a shave!
Lots of hot water, plenty of electrical hook-ups, lots of cold water taps.
The river swimming club is a very short walk away, as is the castle and there is plenty of space for outdoor games or just to sit and enjoy the sun.
There is a freezer in the farmhouse porch for ice bricks and the fridge below holds milk from the farms Jersey cows.
The farmhouse serves cream teas from two 'till 6 in an idyllic setting. The girls in there were always friendly and answered questions with a smile.
The noisiest thing was the dawn chorus but having seen so many different species of birds, including an owl or two, we revelled in the joy of nature.
We also got a lovely clear sky for a bit of stargazing too.
Overall a lovely camp which we shall be coming back to. Not crowded, plenty of space and a lovely atmosphere.
We've just spent 4 nights on this site and have no complaints at all.
Three clean toilets with loo roll, soap and hand towels at all times. Two showers with decent water pressure and plenty of shelves and hooks. The showers cost 50p for a few minutes - more than enough time to shower.
Loads of electric hook up points and at least three water points that I noticed.
Close to the river so you can fish if you'd like, with lots of walks in the surrounding area. There's a local area map available in the washrooms for you to take away with the local pubs clearly marked.
Three pubs within waling distance; The Hungerford Arms is fantastic. Great food, great hosts and great beer and cider.
Milk is available on site but no other supplies which is a shame as there isn't a local shop within walking distance so you'll need to ensure that you have everything you need or be prepared to travel to Trowbridge.
What a lovely campsite, very friendly people, booked in easy and was left alone. Was right next to river which was fantastic, kids fishing, other people swimming, enjoyed a barbecue.
I have a 3 year old which I had to constantly watch. The noise of the water was great until the middle of the night.
The toilets was cleaned everyday, only 3 cubicles, but was never a problem.
Recycling area.
The showers are in a converted barn with cobble floor,they costed 50p and what an experience in showering, very enjoyable. There are 3 sinks for washing & 2 for washing up, but they was all very clean, very unique.
This was a great place to camp very relaxing.
Visited longleat, Wookey hole, so didn't do any walking out of the campsite(was to tired).
We were disappointed by this site. We arrived and went into the cafe where a young girl could not find our booking, which I eventually had to point out to her. She told us to go and pitch anywhere we wanted in the field at the back. We were left the muddy pitch right at the far end of the field. The 'safety' light had had its plug pulled out so the previous campers could have electric! There were quite a few campers who had not paid for electric hook up and yet were pitched in places for hook ups which we thought was not very fair. The pitches are not marked out so the 'pitches' were as big as your windbreaker would stretch, or so some people thought.
The owner did come to us about 730 the 1st night and then in the morning the 2nd day and the 3rd to see if we'd paid! Saying 'Ah yes' the 2nd and 3rd time of being reminded we were fully paid up. He was a bit abrupt that we'd not seen him when we 1st arrived, I explained he wasn't around and we had been told to pitch wherever we wanted!
There were 3 toilets that were not cleaned the whole time we were there. The lady owner poked her head in to see if there was toilet roll and that was it. There were hand towels on the backs of the doors.
The water tap was at the side of the toilets and had a section of hosepipe connected to it and just a tiny drain in which to catch the excess water. Meaning the area outside the toilets was constantly wet and muddy.
There was no pressure in the showers , which cost you 50p. The slot for the showers was on the outside of the shower so it you ran out part way through your shower you would have had a bit of a dilemma. They were located in an old converted cow shed, which looked very quirky at 1st glance. There were 2 showers to service the whole site. They were a decent size and had a little stool and 3 tiny corner shelves in which to put your stuff. The showers had cobbled floors with 2 wrought iron door mats to stop you slipping on the floor as the cobbles were slippery when wet. The floors in the showers sloped quite steeply so the water ran under the door and down into a gully in the main section of the building.
There were 3 sinks in which to clean your teeth. There were 2 potwash sinks which did have hot water with decent pressure.
There was an old Anderson shelter in which the children were playing, which I personally thought was very dangerous.
The road was busy and noisy.
It was perfectly located for Longleat Safari park which we visited and found to be absolutely fantastic.
- Very pretty grounds. The stone buildings, scenic river and lush green grass make it quite beautiful.
- Even when it was full, there was still enough space for everyone
Bad points:
- Cream tea was a rip off. Weak tea, no service with a smile, and very expensive for what it was.
- Toilets. There are three of them and they are unisex. They are quite dated and a bit smelly, even after being cleaned.
- Noise. We were by the river, which was had a permanent flow of water from the weir. We didn't mind it though. The other side of the pitch was closer to a fairly noisy main road.
- Not easy for cycling. There is a main road running past the farm and it was too scary to cycle on, so we didn't go cycling.
- Bradford-On-Avon - the local village. To look at it's soooo pretty and looks like heaven for anyone who loves their pubs. But on closer inspection, it actually has the worst selection of pubs we've ever been to. Bad food, no local beer, lack of atmosphere and newly-refurbished to look modern and lose their old feel. If you have to, the only half-decent places were The Barge Inn, The Hoop and Grapes and the Dandy Lion. Also, the only decent restaurants are the Thai and Fat Fowl. AVOID dinner at the Victorian Tea Room at ALL costs. Food there tasted like some kind of dodgy ready-meal.
The campsite itself was very nice and on a green near the river. We were only one of four campers there because of bad weather. I could imagine it feeling a little crowded if the campsite was full but on the plus side cars are not allowed in the camping area and have a separate lot.
The toilets (3 for the whole site) were older but clean. They were in a separate building from the showers. The showers (2 for the whole site) and entire washing up area was very cool. The old horse stable had been converted into a clean and modern washing up area. The showers did cost 50p, but there were 50p pieces laying on top of where you insert your money. I'm not sure if the campsite always leaves money for their guests to have showers or what exactly the situation is. The showers do not turn on without paying 50p though.
Also there was only one spout with drinking water that we saw. Its location was not very convenient for cooking.
The Manor house and buildings surrounding the camping area were under repair. I imagine that it is a very nice looking place when it is not under construction. There is no shop. The site is in walking distance to a decent castle though. Not in walking distance to a pub but it is only a short drive to shops and restaurants. Also in the summer there is a river club just next door. There is a fee to swim there but it looked like a very nice area. Also the site is less than a ten minute drive to Bath.
All and all it is an average campsite in a lovely country environment.
Previous
56 Reviews in total, now showing 31 to 40Next
Write a Review of this Site to Win £150 Amazon Vouchers
Write a review of this campsite and you could win £150 of Amazon vouchers. Each month one lucky person will have their review picked at random and will win! Leave as many as you can for more chances - submit your review here
Common Questions
Is Stowford Manor Farm child friendly? YES, it accepts children View all facilities
A day of all things motorhome and campervan. The show is held both in the main indoor arena and across the grounds. Catering, hot drinks and food options are available. Easy access to the site and free parking included. Win one of five pairs of day tickets
All reviews and comments are the personal opinion of the review author only , and as such do not represent the view of the UK Camp Site.co.uk.
The facilities shown on this website are a guide only, and you should check with the campsite direct before making any booking. The UKCampsite.co.uk will not be held responsible for any errors or omissions
Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
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 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
No Shop 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing On Site 
Wild Swimming <1 mile 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
No Horse Riding 
No Cycle Hire 
No Golf 
No Tennis 
No Beach 
No Watersports 
Boat Launch / Mooring <1 mile 
No Sea Views 
Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
Riverside Pitches 
Public Transport 
No Dog Walk 
Our experience at this campsite was unbelievably negative in almost every respect. 
