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Why stay here ...
Crofts Barn is the ideal location to explore the most northerly point of the Cotswolds AONB. We are a nonworking small holding with a variety of family pets. From our pitches you will undoubtedly take pleasure in the fabulous scenery and birds that will feed from the many feeders situated around the site.
- Well mown pitches
- Private individual pitches
- All pitches serviced (grey waste point & water)
- EHU 10kw per night included in pitch price, additional can be purchased in blocks of 10kw
- Centrally heated shower/wc room
- Scenic views
- Abundant wildlife (Great spotted woodpeckers, Green Woodpeckers, Red Kite, Fallow Deer, Badgers and Foxes)
- Secure gated access
- Owners available on site
- Information centre
- Lak's Thai Kitchen - home cooked Thai food delivered to you
- Visit our website for more information.
We offer books and maps on local walks (available to borrow) taking in local (dog friendly) village pubs. There are also plenty of local pubs and restaurants to visit in the area, we have menus to view along with trip advisor reviews.
Apart from admiring the scenery and watching wildlife there is plenty to do nearby that will cater for all taste. Explore neighbouring Cotswold villages such as the Venice of the Cotswolds - Bourton on the Water.
Local Market towns include Banbury, Burford, Chipping Norton, Chipping Campden, Moreton in Marsh, Shipston on Stour, Stow on the Wold, Witney, Wichcombe, Woodstock.
Local towns include Oxford, Stratford Upon Avon, Bicester, Leamington Spa, Warwick, The Cotswolds.
Local theatres, RSC, The Bear Pit, Royal Spa Centre, Oxford Playhouse, New Theatre Oxford.
Visit local National Trust properties such as Upton House, Farnborough Hall, Chastleton House, Snowshill Manor. Why not take in a play at the RSC in Stratford Upon Avon or visit Anne Hathaway's cottage or William Shakespeare birthplace trust.
Film & TV Locations
- Lark Rise to Candelford - Chavenage House was the setting for 'Lark Rise to Candleford' the great British drama set in the 19th century.
- Poldark - BBC's remake of Poldark, the romantic saga set in 18th century Cornwall, Chavenage House featured as the 'Poldark' family home.
- The Libertine - the Cotswold manor Stanway House featured in the film 'The Libertine' where Johnny Depp plays a debauched 17th century poet.
- Harry Potter - Gloucester Cathedral has been used in many of the 'Harry Potter' films as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
- Bridget Jones's Diary was filmed in the beautiful Cotswold village of Snowshill where there is a snowy Christmas scene just before the family festive party. For 'Bridget Jones's Baby' christening scenes were shot in the church at Swinbrook.
- Cinderella - Blenheim Palace was used as one of the locations. The Grand and Bladon Bridges set the scene for the carriage journey to the Palace when Cinderella goes to the ball.
- Downton Abbey - The Cotswold village of Bampton doubles as the fictional village of Downton. Many of the houses, churches and pub exteriors have been used in the filming. Cogges Manor Farm also featured prominently as Yew Tree Farm, where Lady Edith's illegitimate baby was looked after.
- Please note there is no electric car charging at this CL. Nearest point Bridgeway Car Park, Bridgefoot, Stratford-upon-Avon
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Latest arrival time: 7:00 PM
Latest departure time: 11:00 AM
1 acres
Some sloping pitches
Levelling blocks required
Electric amperage: 16
Lawned site
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British Motor Museum
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Teenagers get the chance to start, steer, manoeuvre, reverse and park on a specifically designed road system.
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Go Cotswolds
Award winning tours of The Cotswolds with a local driver/guide that operates throughout the year.
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Sites key:
- Postcode:
- OX15 6LR
- GPS:
- Lat 52.073958 / Lon -1.488454
- OS field ref:
- SP352418
- OS map ref:
- 151
Transport links
- Buses go to: Banbury and Stratford upon Avon
- Daily public transport within 1 mile
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An absolute gem!
Crofts Barn
Lovely adults only CL consisting of 5 fully serviced pitches (WiFi, electric, water & drainage). Laid out in a practical and unique cartwheel design - the electric is centrally located in the ‘hub’ and then spoking out are the 5 segments, which result in each pitch being enormous. The established hedges between pitches give the perfect amount of privacy, whilst allowing good visibility too.
Included in the price is 10 units of electricity per day. If you use over that amount then it’s billable. We used approx 50% of our week’s worth of 70 units for our late May 24 visit.
The owners Stephanie and Wayne are extremely pleasant, and during our 7 night stay they lit the fire pit on 3 evenings which is a great way to enjoy the sunset and chat to fellow campers. You can also buy logs for a private fire pit session if you desire.
The CAMC 5 pitches have access to an extremely clean bathroom facility (toilet, sink and shower), all included in the price.
All 5 pitches are grass, so Wayne often helps tow caravans onto the pitches with his tractor. We had no trouble arriving and departing in our motorhome even with fairly damp ground after considerable rain. There are two ‘overflow’ fully serviced gravel pitches available for temporary use if it’s not possible to get to the proper pitches due to wet weather.
The site also consists of 5-6 non CAMC pitches, for tents & smaller campervans (no caravans). These are located in a separate field, and have their own pair of bathroom facilities (toilet, basin & shower), plus washing up area. The CAMH pitches can use these facilities too.
The site owners keep a trio of lovely goats, a beautiful horse (who is living out his retiring years in comfort) and some peacocks. They previously had some alpacas but not any longer.
The site is located perfectly between the market town of Banbury and the thriving Stratford Upon Avon. Both are easily reached by road, or by bus from a nearby village (10 mins cycle).
The surrounding area is wonderful for cycling, consisting of lots of villages, country lanes, characterful old pubs, and minimal traffic.
Crofts Barn has now become a firm favourite after just one visit, so much so that we’ll be returning in 2025 😀.
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Reviewed on 09/06/2024 16:22
An excellent CL in many ways
Crofts Barn
We stayed here for 4 nights early June, what an excellent CL site this is, well maintained and lots of space to enjoy the peace and tranquility of its beautiful surroundings. We used it as a base to explore the northern Cotswolds, with trips to the beautiful chipping campden, stow on the wold and the wonderful Batsford Arboretum near Moreton in Marsh, which is a must visit if you like all things nature like we do. We also managed a trip to diddly squat farm shop (a must if you like the series). The CL part of the site is well proportioned and completely separate with its own dedicated toilet /shower facility, which is kept immaculately clean, and there is a nice short walk from the site itself. I would highly recommend this CL for those wishing to spend some tranquil time in the countryside with great access to the many attractions of the Cotswolds.
Immaculate CL
Crofts Barn
We stayed here over the Bank Holiday, all communication prior to (and after) arrival was good with a comprehensive information sheet on the do/don'ts before our arrival.
The whole site is immaculate, well mown areas, the facilities were very clean and tidy. Two toilets/showers although we didn't use them but had a peak and they were spotless, as was the dishwashing area for the campers who were pitched in the adjacent field. The layout for the CL users is in the shape of a clockface plus one safari tent. The fully serviced pitches were a good size although you have to park your car in the separate (close) car park, all divided by hedging. Entry to the site is via a secure gate with keypad. There is not a dedicated dog walk, however plenty of room to exercise your dog on lead. We found the site to be very quiet, especially at night, the silence only broken by the flagpole when the wind picked up. A pleasure to talk to the goats who came over for a head scratch. There are a choice of farmshops to visit in the local area which enabled us to stock up on some essentials, can recommend Wykham Farmshop close to Banbury with its large butchery and other supplies. It is clear that a lot of pride is taken with this CL, its definitely one we would return to, we enjoyed our stay here.
nearly there
Crofts Barn
This is the best CL site we have ever used, lovely walk around site, great Local Pubs, ideal for day trips out to the Cotswolds.
But don't tell everyone, we don't want it to get to busy.
We will be back,,
Arnie
Peaceful surroundings
Crofts Barn
We've just returned from a lovely 4 nights at Crofts Barn in our motorhome ... This peaceful site is run by Stephanie and her husband, who are always on hand to help or answer any questions. The whole site is immaculate and grounds well kept. The toilets/showers are clean and hot water always available. We enjoyed feeding the 4 very cute goats! There are 5 large pitches in a circle, each secluded by hedging, so you're not overlooked by the 'neighbours'. There is camping field which is separate to the touring pitches. Majority of the local pubs are closed on Monday & Tuesday, we ordered a yummy Indian delivery with no problem and came on time! There is a local butcher about 3 miles away and can highly recommend their Pork Pies, Scotch Eggs, homemade Sausages and all the meat we bought for BBQ was lovely. The local pub opens at weekends, but we visited midweek, so needed our tow car to go further afield for pub food and local shops. There are quaint surrounding villages. Would definitely return to this tranquil site and a lovely part of Oxfordshire - thank you Stephanie for making us feel welcome - highly recommend Crofts Barn 5*
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