Apple Orchard Campsite

The scent of apple blossom in spring gives way to woodsmoke drifting across the pitches by autumn — this is proper Gloucestershire orchard country, where your tent pegs go into grass that's spent centuries beneath fruiting trees.

Whether you're touring through the Cotswolds in a campervan, pitching your family tent for a long weekend, or pulling up with a caravan as a base for exploring the central counties, Apple Orchard keeps things refreshingly straightforward. The orchard setting means shade on hot days and that particular stillness you only get when canvas is pitched among old trees. It's the sort of spot where couples find a quiet few days and families let children roam safely within sight.

You've got your basics sorted — clean toilets and showers onsite — and campfires are worth asking about when you arrive, as policies can shift with the seasons and ground conditions. The vibe here is low-key and rural, more about disconnecting than ticking off attractions, though you're well placed for market towns and Cotswold villages when you fancy venturing beyond the gate.