Baltic Wharf Club Campsite

Cumberland Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS1 6XG

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Ideal for ...

  • Cycling
  • Dogs
  • Families
  • Motorhomes
  • Peaceful stays
  • Walking

Why stay here ...

We are pleased to announce that Baltic Wharf Club Campsite is now open until Sunday 15 December 2024 (last night).

Baltic Wharf Club Campsite is a waterside haven, located right in the heart of Bristol's beautifully re-developed dockland and close to the city centre with its lively shops and entertainment. For families staying at the campsite, great attractions include the Downs Park: a cosy and safe place for young children to play and also an ideal picnic spot.

Many excellent cycle paths can be easily accessed from Baltic Wharf Club Campsite, including the Bristol to Bath path if you are feeling particularly energetic and adventurous. A selection of boat trips are available from the campsite, which makes for an excellent way to take in some of the most scenic views in this part of the county.

Important: Due to the introduction of a one-way Bus Gate near site, please ensure you review the driving directions on the "Map" tab below before you set off.

Please note: The Bristol Clean Air Zone covers the central part of Bristol between Bristol Temple Meads Station and the A3029, including Cumberland Road and Baltic Wharf Club Campsite which means you may need to pay a fee based on your vehicle's emissions, age and weight. Click here for more information.

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Facilities on site ...

  • BBQs allowed: charcoal, gas, electric
  • Disabled facilities: facilities for wheelchair disabled
  • Disabled shower room
  • Dishwashing area
  • Drive over waste disposal for motorhomes
  • Electric hook-up
  • Laundry facilities
  • Motorhome service point
  • Toilet block
  • TV reception: poor
  • Wi-Fi

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Nearby

Walking notes:

A great stroll directly from site would take you around the harbour passing the narrowboat marina, S.S.Great Britain and the M Shed Museum. Continue along into the restaurant area of Bristol with a return along the opposite side of the harbour through Underfall Boat Yard.

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Supermarket notes:

The closest is Asda in Bedminster, about 1 mile from the site (MH access).

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Map

Directions

Map showing campsite location

Bristol’s Clean Air Zone is active and includes Cumberland Road. Click here for more information.

Please do not rely on a Sat Nav as they often direct you along roads unsuitable for towing through Bristol City.

From M4 and M32:

Until end September 2024 there is a diversion for traffic, due to a road closure at A370 York Road near Temple Meads.

From M4 and M32:

From M4, turn onto the M32 for Bristol City and continue onto A4032. At 2nd set of traffic lights, turn left onto Temple Way (A4044) towards Temple Meads Railway Station. Continue through Temple Way Underpass. At next junction (Temple Gate) go straight ahead for Temple Meads Station. Where the road becomes 3-lanes, use right lane signed A370/A38. At Bath Bridge Roundabout enter roundabout via traffic lights. Keep right taking 3rd exit (after Fowlers Motorcycle Shop exit) into Clarence Road. River will be on the left. At Bedminster Bridge Roundabout, take 4th exit (SS Great Britain and M Shed) onto Commercial Road - the river will be on your left. At mini roundabout take 1st exit into Cumberland Road. You can pass through the Bus Gate in this direction** The site entrance is in approx 0.5 mile - on your right.

From J18 of M5:

Follow A4 Portway towards Bristol and the Airport. In about 5-miles (after passing under Clifton Suspension Bridge) keep in left lane and follow signs to Historic Harbour, SS Great Britain into Hotwells Road. Keep in right lane at traffic lights through Hotwells (signed for Historic Harbour, SS Gt Britain). Use left lane, pass over Dock Bridge following signs for SS Gt Britain. Site is on the left in about 500 yards.

Note: no vehicles (inc caravan/motorhomes) are permitted to wait along Cumberland Road so please time your arrival for no earlier than 1pm.

Important:- Please plan your departure route. When departing the site ONLY turn right out of site and follow Cumberland Road in a westerly direction. Follow road signs towards the A370 (The South West), A4 (Avonmouth) or the M4 and M5. Penalty fines apply if you enter the Bus Gate heading East (turning left out of the site).

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Postcode:
BS1 6XG
GPS:
Lat 51.446966 / Lon -2.614896
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OS field ref:
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OS map ref:
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Handbook map ref:
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Transport links

  • Bus stop within 1 mile
  • Buses go to: Temple Meads and Bristol
  • Car hire on site
  • Daily public Transport within 1 mile
  • Nearest park and ride: Bristol
  • Nearest train station: Temple Meads
  • Shop within 1 mile
  • Train station within 5 miles

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Shame to lose this great site

Baltic Wharf Club Campsite
We have visited Baltic Wharf for many years. Though not too far from our rural home, we enjoy the easy access to city life the site offers. A ferry stop outside the gate, easy level walks to MShed, to our favourite Left Handed Giant Brewpub (amongst others), to restaurants, theatres, shopping and, a bit more of an uphill challenge, to Clifton, its famous bridge, observatory and village. On the way down, take in the museum and cathedral. Without Baltic Wharf campsite we wouldnt have explored nearly so much. We will be very sad and sorry the day it closes. Bristol will be the poorer for its demise. A short sighted decision to sell the land and forego the tourist dollar from maybe 100 visitors a night, year-round, spending in pubs, restaurants, shops, theatres etc.

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Reviewed on 18/09/2024 16:46

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One of our favorite sites

Baltic Wharf Club Campsite
This has been our go to site since 1994, there is so much to do in and around Bristol, it is a lively city, don't expect tranquility, it is the location that is special, every time you open the back gate onto the wharf there is a sense of delight and stress release, after our 55th visit we feel like locals. Sadly the site will close this year but the site managers keep it spotless, they are very friendly and are quick to sort any possible issues. If you like cider then would highly recommend The Orchard, they have an amazing list of local cider and also some cask ales, they have music jam sessions some evenings too, it is a short walk tucked behind the marina before reaching HMS GB which is another great place to visit. There is easy access to the city on foot or by water ferry. We would offer this advice, it is not always easy to judge timings but do not arrive before 1.00 pm, the site entrance is not big and vehicles can end up queuing out onto the road outside which is not ideal. Looking forward to visiting again soon.

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Reviewed on 16/08/2024 18:39

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A good site turned Great due to Lindsey and Michelle

Baltic Wharf Club Campsite
Bristol has become our favourite site, the location of the site is so so convenient, its a short walk to a hive of activity and a mega amount of eating and drinking establishments, the river is literally on the door step. The site managers are the star of this location, Lindsey (hope i have spelt your name right) and Michelle have done so much to make visitors stays a memorable one, the site is spotless, the kind and welcoming manor of the managers is fantastic, they can't do enough to help. They have even put together a map of their favourite places to visit, ok this might be influenced by stout, porter, IPA sours but all the same, its a wonderful map and i would recommend you give it a whirl where you will get to sample some of Bristols finest brews. We always spend ages chatting with Lindsey and Michelle and end up getting some new insight in to where to eat etc, they are a shining example of site Managers and credit to the C&M club. Sadly the site is due to close at the end of 2024 and this is devastating news, one can only hope that the club are able to locate another premises in the City and let Lindsey and Michelle do their thing to keep us all visiting Bristol. If you haven't visited yet, i highly recommend you do.

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Motorhomer

Reviewed on 07/08/2024 07:33

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Brilliant site

Baltic Wharf Club Campsite
Stayed for 4 nights. Perfect location, with everything just through the gate. The Harbourfest was on when we arrived, so loads to see. The ferry service is excellent to get to the city centre etc, and only a short walk to SS Great Britain. The site is clean and relatively quiet with a bit of road noise. The Bristol emergency services seem to love a siren! The wardens are lovely too and keep the site clean and tidy. Such a shame this site is closing as perfect location.

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Reviewed on 25/07/2024 16:46

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Absolutely love this place

Baltic Wharf Club Campsite
Visited Baltic Wharf site for the second time last week. It's in such a perfect position right on the harbourside at Bristol, ideally placed for walking around the harbour area or up to Clifton, there's great shops, bars & restaurants nearby or just sit on a bench and watch the world go by. Sadly they are due to close in December so that more flats can be built, this is an absolute travesty as it's the perfect spot for motorhomer or caravaners who want to be in a beautiful spot but close to the City. Some of the facilities are dated (hence only 4 *) but the threat of closure has been hanging over this site for a while so that's clearly why it's not been worth investing in updating. Have booked for one last visit later in the year - will be very sad to see this little oasis the middle of Bristol disappear forever :-(.

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Reviewed on 20/07/2024 14:28

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Telephone:
01179 268030
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Before you travel

Ahead of your arrival onsite, please check our Before you travel webpage (camc.com/beforeyoutravel) for key information about roadworks or diversions and any site works that may be underway.

We'd really appreciate your support with a few things to help everyone have a safe and enjoyable stay. Please be mindful of site arrival times (as they do vary), keep children and pets close by and within sight, and ensure you keep your speed below 5mph. Thank you!

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