Twenty quiet grass pitches on a three-acre smallholding under the Downs, with spotless washrooms, resident chickens and a pottery studio next door.
Our verdict
A tidy, honest, bargain little field for families who want quiet nights and clean loos rather than entertainment laid on.
| Distance from SN7 | 15 miles |
|---|---|
| County | Oxfordshire |
| Price band | £ what the bands mean |
| Open | May to October |
| Tents | Yes |
| Campervans & motorhomes | Yes |
| Electric hook-up | No |
| Campfires | No |
| Swimming pool | No |
Muster Point is a three-acre smallholding on Featherbed Lane, just outside East Hendred on the flat farmland between the village and Steventon. Around 20 level grass pitches sit in one calm paddock, and you can park the car right beside your tent. It is properly family-run: the owners live on site, keep chickens and a cat, and run pottery courses in the studio and small gallery next door. Nights here are genuinely quiet.
The purpose-built washblock is small but immaculate, with two loos, a single shower, a washing-up area and a kitchenette, and campers consistently praise how clean it is kept. There is no electric hook-up and no caravans; this is simple grass camping done well. The Ridgeway is 3.5 miles up onto the Downs, Steventon and its three pubs are an easy walk or cycle away, and Didcot Railway Centre and Oxford are both close enough for a day out.
Why children love it
- Children stay for £3 a night, so a family of four camps for about £31, and pitches take up to six people
- Resident chickens and a cat to say hello to; dogs are welcome but must stay on leads because of them
- The pottery studio and little gallery beside the site run courses, a handy fallback for a wet afternoon
Days out nearby
- The Ridgeway national trail, 3.5 miles away up on the North Wessex Downs
- Didcot Railway Centre, a short drive, for steam-mad children
- Steventon village, an easy walk or cycle, with three pubs, a Co-op and a post office
Know before you go
- Listings disagree on exact season dates (late April or early May through to mid or late October), so confirm before booking either end of the season
- Access is tight: fine for cars and smaller campervans, but caravans are not accepted and larger motorhomes will struggle
- No electric hook-up, so bring power banks; book through Pitchup or email the owner direct, and reviewers mention a small self-service shop with local bakery bits, though check it is running
The honest bit
One shower and two toilets serve the whole site, so expect a wait on busy summer mornings.
Camping weather this week
Live 7-day forecast for East Hendred, straight from Open-Meteo.
Quick answers
Are campfires allowed at Muster Point Campsite?
No, open campfires are not part of the offer at Muster Point Campsite. A raised BBQ is usually fine, but check the site's current rules when you book.
Does Muster Point Campsite have a swimming pool?
No. The nearest pool site in this guide is Lincoln Farm Park, about 13 miles away. Muster Point Campsite makes up for it outdoors.
How far is Muster Point Campsite from Faringdon and Oxford?
Muster Point Campsite is about 15 miles from Faringdon (SN7) and roughly 14 miles from Oxford city centre. Distances are approximate road miles.
When is Muster Point Campsite open?
Muster Point Campsite is typically open May to October. 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.
