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Whitemead Park

4.0 (0)Price on Pitchup51.765°N, 2.560°W
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The crunch of gravel under your boots and the wide-open skies of rural England — Whitemead Park is one of those quietly dependable sites where you can simply pitch up and settle in without fuss.

It welcomes tents, campervans and caravans year-round, so whether you're a weekend camper escaping the city, a couple touring in a motorhome, or a family looking for a straightforward base to explore the surrounding countryside, there's space for you. The year-round opening makes it a solid choice for those crisp spring mornings or autumn half-term breaks when many sites have already shuttered for the season.

Specific facilities aren't listed, so it's worth contacting them before you arrive to check what's onsite — and ask about campfires when you book, as that's down to their current policy. The vibe feels unpretentious and accessible, the kind of place where you can just get on with the business of camping without bells and whistles getting in the way.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
18°C
Overcast
10 mph
90%
7-Day Outlook
Today
20° / 16°
100%
Thu
22° / 15°
31%
Fri
23° / 14°
4%
Sat
22° / 15°
10%
Sun
27° / 14°
7%
Mon
30° / 17°
24%
Tue
31° / 18°
10%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

8 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail

Meanders through ancient woodland on mostly flat, well-maintained paths with some gentle slopes and tree roots. Perfect for families with curious kids who'll love discovering quirky sculptures hidden among the trees, though buggies might struggle on rougher sections—a carrier works better. Dogs welcome on leads. The mix of art installations and stunning Forest of Dean scenery makes this much more than just a woodland stroll, keeping everyone engaged for the full loop.

Hiking routeLocal network
5.31 km from campsite
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Bracelands to the Wye

Follows woodland trails and tracks through the Forest of Dean before descending to the River Wye at Symonds Yat. Expect gentle to moderate slopes with one steeper section down to the river. Mixed terrain of forest paths and some rocky stretches makes it less suitable for buggies, though older children should manage fine. Dogs welcome on leads through forested areas. Rewarding finale with stunning Wye Valley views and potential wildlife spotting along the riverbank.

Walking routeLocal network
8.39 km from campsite

Highmeadow Trail

Winds through woodland and open meadows with gentle to moderate inclines, offering peaceful countryside views near the Forest of Dean fringes. The trail's natural surface can be uneven and muddy after rain, making it less suitable for buggies—older children who enjoy exploring nature will cope fine. Dogs welcome to roam off-lead in quieter sections. Worth it for the mix of habitats, seasonal wildflowers, and a proper escape from tourist-heavy forest trails.

Walking routeLocal network
8.62 km from campsite

Salmon Way

Follows the River Frome through Stroud's historic mill valleys, mostly flat with gentle inclines around old weaving sites. Suitable for families and buggies on paved sections, though some stretches are rougher towpath. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Offers industrial heritage interest with restored mills, weavers' cottages, and good wildlife spotting along the waterway—particularly kingfishers and herons in quieter sections.

Hiking route
9.39 km from campsite

Severn Way (3) Worcester to Bristol

Follows the River Severn for 95 miles through varied Gloucestershire countryside, from Worcester's cathedral city down to Bristol's harbour. Terrain mixes riverside towpaths (mostly flat) with occasional climbs through villages and viewpoints. Not suitable for buggies due to stiles, gates and uneven surfaces, though individual flat sections work for families with older children. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Showcases sweeping river views, historic towns like Tewkesbury and Gloucester, a

Hiking routeRegional network
11.28 km from campsite
Route length: 153 km
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