A tidy, family-run Thames-side park two minutes over the medieval bridge from Wallingford's shops, market and summer splash park.
Our verdict
The best town-plus-river base in the guide: pitch up, cross the bridge, and let Wallingford do the entertaining.
| Distance from SN7 | 22 miles |
|---|---|
| County | Oxfordshire |
| Price band | ££ what the bands mean |
| Open | February to December |
| Tents | Yes |
| Campervans & motorhomes | Yes |
| Electric hook-up | Yes |
| Campfires | No |
| Swimming pool | No |
Bridge Villa is a proper family-run park in the river meadows where the Thames slips beneath Wallingford's part-medieval, 19-arch stone bridge. Around 100 flat grass pitches each come with a 10-amp hook-up included in the price, and tents get their own cheaper rate, down to a £12 hiker tariff in low season. The washrooms draw constant praise: private cubicles, hot showers, a laundry and Belfast-sink washing-up room, plus gas and camping bits sold at reception.
The location is the treat. Two minutes on foot takes you over the bridge into Wallingford for the Friday market, independent shops, a Waitrose for restocking and riverside ice cream, and in summer boat trips run from the town moorings. The Thames is right beside the site, so keep small children in sight near the water. Ball games happen on the playing field and playground directly opposite the entrance, which suits the site's calm, tidy character.
Why children love it
- Playing field and public playground directly opposite the entrance, so there is space for a kickabout even though ball games are banned on the pitches
- Wallingford's riverside splash park and open-air pools are a short walk over the bridge in summer (check open days before you promise the kids)
- Thames boat trips run from near the bridge between May and September
Days out nearby
- Wallingford town centre, Friday market and castle meadows, 2 minutes on foot over the bridge
- The Thames Path and The Ridgeway national trails both pass close to the site
- Didcot Railway Centre and its steam trains, about 15 minutes by car
Know before you go
- Weekends carry a two-night minimum (three on holidays) and the site books out in summer; the office keeps limited weekday hours, so email if you cannot get through
- No campfires; BBQs must be raised off the grass, and reception lends mats and grates
- Wallingford's BunkFest weekend in early September is priced as peak and fills first, so book months ahead for it; barrier and arrival times can vary, so confirm when booking
The honest bit
No campfires, no ball games on the pitches and the barrier drops around 7pm; it is a neat, quiet park rather than a run-wild meadow.
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Quick answers
Are campfires allowed at Bridge Villa Camping & Caravan Park?
No, open campfires are not part of the offer at Bridge Villa Camping & Caravan Park. A raised BBQ is usually fine, but check the site's current rules when you book.
Does Bridge Villa Camping & Caravan Park have a swimming pool?
No. The nearest pool site in this guide is Swiss Farm Touring and Camping, about 13 miles away. Bridge Villa Camping & Caravan Park makes up for it outdoors.
How far is Bridge Villa Camping & Caravan Park from Faringdon and Oxford?
Bridge Villa Camping & Caravan Park is about 22 miles from Faringdon (SN7) and roughly 16 miles from Oxford city centre. Distances are approximate road miles.
When is Bridge Villa Camping & Caravan Park open?
Bridge Villa Camping & Caravan Park is typically open February to December. Dates shift a little year to year, so confirm with the site before travelling.
Kids Under Canvas is an independent guide and takes no commission. Details last checked July 2026; facilities and opening dates change season to season, so always confirm directly with the campsite before travelling. Photography is illustrative, not of the campsite itself.
