Summer Solstice Camping in the Cotswolds
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A lovely campsite nestled below the Cotswold escarpment. It's on a fruit farm which also has an onsite cafe and shop. Nearby are a ruined abbey, medieval church frescoes, idylic Cotswold hamlets and villages (used for film/tv period dramas), grand country houses with landscape features, a heritage steam railway (also used for film/tv) and a pub we can walk to across the fields. There is a village store within two miles for any supplies you need.
If we are blessed with good weather there are stunning views down the Vale of Evesham looking out towards the Malverns and into Wales. We will see and hear the steam train whistling and puffing its way through the landscape.
We have two evenings on this idyllic site and Saturday 21st will be the Summer Solstice - the longest day of the year. Late chats around the fire-pit but please note the owners ask there be no noise after 11pm and that all firewood is purchased from the onsite shop.
Lots of walking opportunites from the campsite, almost entirely off road and whilst the escarpment itself is only about 200m we may ascend and descend this multiples times. Opportunities for a pub stop on the way back and/or an extended lunch break of your choice in a nearby picture-postcard-perfect town with cafes, pubs, delis and a supermarket.
There are also excellent road cycling routes in the area including extended flatter sections and hill climbs.
Dogs: Dogs are welcome on the campsite but are subject to an additional charge of £1 per night each paid directly to the campsite on arrival Dogs will need to be kept under control throughout the event. You must let me know if you intend to bring your dog as we must pre-inform the owners
Gazebos: Please note this campsite makes an additional charge for Gazebos. You are welcome to bring one but will need to pay the fee of £14 per night directly to the campsite on arrival.
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What to bring
This is a summer camp. Adjust your kit list as you feel necessary, the list below is a reminder of what you may want/need to bring.
Camping Equipment:
As a minimum for camping you will need: a tent, a sleeping mattress/matt, a sleeping bag & pillow. Plus your personal wash kit and a towel. There are showers and toilets on site.
If you want to attend but don't have camping kit then please let me know as I have some spare equipment I can bring for you to use. Please don't feel you have to rush out and buy this stuff. Come to the camp, see what you need, find out what others recommend and make an informed decision for any future purchase.
Personal Clothing & Equipment:
Always plan for unexpected cold/wet weather, always bring your preferred sunblock and clothing to shield you from bright sun on a hot day, always bring a water bottle or drinks.
Remember to bring any personal medications you need. Please let the leaders know if you have any conditions of which we need to be aware of.
Water: bring at least two litres
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Day rucksack: typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely
Boots: waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking, trainers are OK if the ground is dry and there’s little chance of rain
Gaiters: recommended for wet weather or boggy conditions
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters
Layered clothing: lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece)
Trousers: ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK
Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry
Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain
Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
Sunglasses: for any sunny day, even in winter
Sun block: can be useful even on cloudy and winter days
Snacks: bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit for example and put them somewhere easy to get hold of
Lunch: bring a packed lunch unless otherwise stated
Food & drink
Bring whatever food you like to bring for your enjoyment at the camp. If you do not have camp cooking equipment please let me know as I have some spare you can use.
Evening meals and breakfast are of your own choice and supplies or there is an cafe, The Orchard Kitchen, onsite offers breakfast, tea, coffees, light meals and snacks between 09:00 and 15:00. We may do a group booking for Sunday breakfast depending on numbers.
The local inn, The Pheasant, does great pub food if you want a cooked evening meal. It has a large beer garden too. You can walk to the pub across the fields in about 25 mins.
There is a local store within two miles and a small farm shop onsite.
Bring your preferred snack or a packed lunch for the main day walk on Saturday but there opportunities to pick this up on the route itself.