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Thistledown Farm Camping
Tinkley Lane
Nympsfield
Stroud
Gloucestershire (Browse area)
   
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 No Tents |
 No Caravans |
 No Motorhomes |
 No Campervans |
 No Glamping Units |
 No Statics for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 No Seasonal Pitches |
 No Electric Hookups |
 No Hardstandings |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 No Rallies |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 No Toilets |
 No Showers |
 No Washing Up Area |
 No Bathroom |
 No Baby Changing |
 No Laundry |
 No Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 No Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 No Gas Exchange |
 No Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 No Freezer / Fridge |
 No Motorhome Point |
 No Wifi Access |
 No Shop |
 No Bar |
 No Restaurant |
| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 No Fishing |
 No Wild Swimming |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 No Horse Riding |
 No Cycle Hire |
 No Golf |
 No Tennis |
 No Beach |
 No Watersports |
 No Boat Launch |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
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 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport |
 No Dog Walk |
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| Date of Visit: August 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Loupy21 |
1 review from this member |
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 Beautiful campsite. We stayed in the elderflower orchid which is said to be the more basic camping area. We liked being able to pitch up were we liked between the trees. It was a bit isolated but we loved that.
We took 2 kids with us and they loved being able to run round safely and look for all the birds and insects that were around.
There was about a 5 minute walk to the showers and washing up area but there were toilets closer by.
We also loved the fact you could have an open fire and they came round every night with the chance to buy more fire wood.
Beautiful walks and woodland close by and on clear nights star gazing was fabulous. We had a fantastic time and will be definitely going again. 
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| Date of Visit: August 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Stally26 |
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We really enjoyed our stay on this campsite. We stayed on the '2nd pasture' and it was refreshing for there to be no cars allowed by the pitches.
There is a car park at the top and wheelbarrows to cart your kit down which all added to experience, well worth trekking down the steep hill. The scenery was beautiful and the ground was perfect camping ground. Apparently they were full but we had so much space to ourselves so they do not overcrowd.
This a great site for kids, we had our 2 year old with us who could run around safely and freely and loved the animal paddocks but we will rave about it to friends with older children too for all that the woodland has to offer with it's nature trails, streams, rope swings and springs etc all on site.
Love to be able to have a campfire and the owners will come around and deliver wood if required every evening for £10 a barrow.
The local town of Nailsworth is pretty and has everything you need.
My only criticisms - as regular campers we felt that the prices were too high. For 2 adults and a tent we paid £22 a night, for the basic facilities we felt this was a bit steep.
However we didn't begrudge it as the setting really is beautiful. Also - the owners say they will help you with your camping gear if they aren't too busy but what isn't mentioned is that it will cost you £5!
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| Date of Visit: July 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Charlie74 |
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A brilliant weekend with 4 other families. The landscape is well done with woods, streams and lots of hidden places to find. No need to leave the campsite during the weekend.
The facilities were spotless with a stand alone washing up building, great whilst the bad weather continued.
They were very friendly and delivered large piles of logs each day for camp fires.
Looking forward to returning again soon.
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| Date of Visit: May 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Berlingo Beth |
2 reviews from this member |
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Unit: Micro-camper. Parked in the elderflower orchard. Level. Good ground.
At last! A campsite worth paying for. Amazing atmosphere. Composting loos make such good sense. Don't let the idea of them put you off they are kept very pleasant, light, airey and really, do you know of anywhere else that you have a loo with a view?
Only a very brief visit this time so didn't get to check out the shower block.
Drinking water comes from their own spring and is UV filtered. Can you taste the difference? Lovely. What a treat.
Took a twilight walk, saw rabbits and deer. It will be great to have more time and explore the woods properly.
As for the surrounding area. Watch out for the VERY steep road to Dursley. The map is not lying. Romahome overheated trying to climb it. Amazing views are the payoff.
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| Date of Visit: March 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Doodz |
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Decided to stay at this campsite because it won 'cool campsite' of the year. It was only the second time we have camped. We stayed in the Elderflower orchard.
Although the facilities were very basic (one glasto type porta loo but which flushed and was very clean and one water standpipe).
The downside to such splendid isolation was the 15 min walk to the homemade wooden shower block (2 gas powered showers in a field) up and down hill in the lower pastures- but that was our choice.
We still loved this site.
On the first night we were the only tent in the orchard although we were joined later by a camper van. We bought a half load of wood (£5.00)on the first night, made a fire and sat outside the tent. Although it was the end of March, the fire kept us really warm and it was such a novelty for us; it felt great.
We went to the farmer's market in Stroud which is held on a Saturday morning and which I would recommend. Don't eat before you go. There are loads of lovely stalls selling organic wine cider, cheese, and hot food. We also visited Nailsworth which is a nice little town to wander around. We bought rather posh rolls from Hobbs house bakery for breakfast the next morning which
Went well with the bacon we had brought at the farmers market. We tried to book a table to eat at Hobbs on Saturday night but it was full. It looked interesting. We ended up eating at the Rose and Crown up the road. The food was ok but the landlady has a definite attitude problem. Best pub we found was in nearby Uley - picturesque village and micro brewery ale at the Crown (think it was called that).
The campsite borders national trust land (Woodchester Manor) which you can walk around the grounds and is worth a visit. We also went to Hetty Tump's which was interesting (for a hill) in a bizare way. The final day we went to Slimbridge nature reserve which I thought was ok but would not hurry back to (unless you really like ducks).
My only disappointment with the campsite was that we did not see sight nor sign of the elusive badgers -how do you see them in the dark anyway?
The owner and family are very friendly and sociable (including the hens that kept visiting). I would ask them (the owners that is) to recommend pubs etc if I were you.
We'll probably be back late June as my husband is doing the Cotswolds Relay race.
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| Date of Visit: August 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Pollylyn |
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Have just got back from 2 nights at Thistledown and have to say it was lovely. We stayed in the 3rd pasture and I would definitely recommend a lift back up that hill when you pack up!
Composting loos were a bit strange to get used to, but very exciting for my four year old son and showers were lovely and hot as long as you were very early or very late to beat the morning rush.
The area was lovely and not at all hard to find the campsite with our sat nav. We ate in the Rose and Crown just down the road and it was nice although a little expensive.
I definitely want to go back to Thistledown again and in fact am about to book for next year - if that isn't a recommendation then nothing is!
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| Date of Visit: August 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Fiddlyfingers |
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Just returned from a wonderful four nights at Thistledown.
We pitched on the 2nd pasture, where there was a clean portaloo which was changed daily, and had plenty of loo roll.
We parked near the 'soil collar sculpture' - essentially a small hill fort around a big tree, which the children loved running up and down and generally having a whale of a time.
We bought some wood for £10 which lasted us 2 nights at least, and if you weren't cooking over the fire you wouldn't get through it as quickly as we did.
The staff were really helpful and friendly, the surroundings are beautiful, and it's a short pretty walk to composting toilets and hot showers.
Will definitely be visiting again!
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Tarar |
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We stayed at this campsite for 3 nights from thursday to sunday in the elderflower orchard site.
The staff were very helpful on arrival and we were able to choose our own pitch, plenty of space to choose from and with the trees around it felt private. They also gave us directions for a walk through the National trust park to the mansion.
The toilets were portaloos in the orchard and were kept clean and changed regularly.
The shower block was about 5 minutes walk to the third pasture and was kept clean and were hot.
We had a campfire every night, a barrow full of wood for £10 was brought to you.
The local pub The rose and crown is about 15 minutes walk from the campsite and provided real ales and a selection of good food.
The small town of Nailsworth is about an hours walk away or 10 minutes drive where there are shops and restaurants if required.
Will definitely be returning to this site.
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| Date of Visit: June 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Bmacky |
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We booked this at the last minute and are so glad there was room for us! We stayed in the 3rd pasture and after managing to get our kit down the steep track by wheelbarrow, we put up the tent in a small clearing surrounded by trees. However when we left we did decide to pay £2. 50 to get a lift back to the car park! The owners do not try to cram people in, they believe that everyone should be able to have their own space.
The compostable toilets were always clean and didn't really smell at all. The showers were good (and free) and there was plenty of hot water. As others have said, it was fantastic to have a real campfire at night, and a barrowful of wood was provided for £10. The owners and family were very helpful and were keen to make sure you had what you needed without being intrusive.
At night time it was peaceful with only the sound of owls to hear. There was plenty of wildlife, including the occasional deer and badgers. There are some animal paddocks near the lower carpark with some pigs, goats and horses which the children loved.
There are no shops within walking distance but there are small villages within 5-10 mins drive including some good restaurants.
Overall, this site is fantastic if you want to get away from it all and get back to nature. Not for anyone who wants loud music and a bar! We are hoping to return in August
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Storeyfamily |
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Used this site for a one night stop off en route elsewhere. Easy to find off M6. In nice countryside, lovely town along the road.
The site is large and interesting, loads of space, and interesting corners plus a modern stone circle, but the facilities don't really suffice.
We were in the orchard where there were some pretty dodgy portaloos. The shower/washing up block was too remote and too small.
Credit to them, I think they are trying to reduce environmental impact, but too basic for us.
Verdict - has potential but I won't be going back unless it developed
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