Horses, helicopters and cars – not an obvious combination, but something quite common around Somerset and Wytch Wood Camping. These industries are situated just over the hill from Wytch Wood and are a short drive or reasonable walk away.

 

Chard Equestrian Somerset

 

Chard Equestrian is a huge equestrian competition venue, regularly hosting some of the top UK and international riders, as well as lots of grassroots events.

 

They hold dressage competitions, show jumping and eventing throughout the year and there will more than likely be competitions going on during your visit. There is a large indoor viewing area with a cafe so you can watch the competition in comfort.

 

Chard Equestrian near Wytch Wood Camping Somerset

 

Check out their events calendar to see what’s on during your stay.

 


Historic Helicopters in Somerset

 

Some of the oldest flying helicopters in the world are based at Historic Helicopters and you will almost certainly see some of them out flying during your stay. Historic Helicopters was established in 2013 to preserve, restore and operate a select fleet of vintage Military Helicopters.

 

They hold occasional open days and air shows, so it’s worth checking out if there is anything on when you stay. Sometimes you can get shown around the hangar, so it’s worth asking if you visit.

 

Historic Helicopters in Somerset

 


A little further afield from Wytch Wood

 

Fleet Air Arm Museum, Yeovilton – 17 miles

 

More helicopters!

Home to Europe’s largest naval aircraft collection, you can explore over 100 aircraft and millions of artefacts, documents and objects.

 

You can climb aboard an original Concorde prototype and view helicopters from the neighbouring RNAS Yeovilton on manoeuvres. Plus if you book online, you’ll save on the ticket price too – check opening times and book here.

 

Fleet Air Arm Museum near Wytch Wood | Yeovilton

 


Haynes Motor Museum, Sparkford – 21 Miles

 

Bursting with automobiles of all shapes and sizes, you can check out over 300 cars and bikes on display and changing exhibitions all the time. With loads of indoor fun including junior go-karts and different play and activity areas you can keep dry and have fun.

 

There is also an outdoor kart track for older petrolheads! Again, tickets are cheaper if you book in advance – check opening times and prices here.

 

Haynes Motor Museum, Sparkford


Entry for a whole year!

 

Both Haynes and Fleet Air Arm Museum are free for the whole year after your first visit, so don’t worry if you don’t get around the whole thing!

 


 

We’ll be adding to our travel guide – are there any indoor days out in South Somerset, West Dorset or East Devon that you’d recommend?

 

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Our aim at Wytch Wood is to bring diversity, sustainability and flexibility to camping and glamping, making it possible for us to offer an alternative experience of camping to our guests.

 

We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful countryside we have in Somerset, so we are making larger, more private pitches for you.

 


Liam Turner-Vos
Liam Turner-Vos
26 January 2024
This place is really amazing. Beautiful quiet campsite with individual character pitches. I took my boys and they loved it. Booked again for another visit for 2024 and will probably become a traditional for us to visit.
Donna Orman
Donna Orman
16 September 2023
Amazing stay. Wonderful camp site, well managed, with great atmosphere. Left very relaxed. Pizza was an added treat.
Phoebe Chambers
Phoebe Chambers
15 September 2023
We thoroughly had a fantastic time staying at Wytch Wood. It was obvious from the get go that a lot of thought, love and effort has gone into creating this beautiful campsite, with a conscientious approach to nature. We love how each pitch has their own complementary fire pit, handmade table and chairs and even a trug full of logs free of charge as you arrive - something you rarely get on other campsites! We stayed at Toby's Double pitch which is right next to the stream on the edge of the woodland, but still gets plenty of sunshine throughout the day. Falling asleep next to the sound of running water was absolute bliss... as was seeing an eel in the stream and waking up to owls hooting, horses neighing away in the distance and serene birdsong. All of the pitches are generously spaced out so you get plenty of privacy without feeling like you're too penned in. We even had our own compost loo which was super convenient and clean and tidy. The showers were simple yet a great set up with complimentary Faith in Nature shampoo and conditioner - again, an offering you rarely get on other campsites. They have thought of everything essential you need here - at the entrance to the site there are plug sockets to charge devices and a makeshift shop selling local beers/ciders/snacks and most necessities you might have forgotten to pack - all with an honesty box to contribute to. The homemade Pizzas we had on Saturday were epic! We were also really grateful to be given some homemade apple and elderberry crumble made by one of the ladies running it - it was really thoughtful and kind of her. They were friendly, relaxed and always easy to find if we needed anything. Walking around you can see all the new trees they have planted including figs and apple trees which we thought was very forward thinking. There was a lovely well looked after herb bed too. If you are looking for all this, at excellent value for money and in an incredible setting nearby to lots of lovely villages and beaches, then you really must go here. Thank you for a wonderful stay - we hope to come back in the future. Phoebe and Mel x
Anca Alias
Anca Alias
1 September 2023
A really nice place with a lot of activities and communal spaces with different vibes to chill or play board games or read a book and relax. Family friendly with lots of space for kids to play. Fantastic pizza and they also have coffee, croissants and more, in the morning. The owner was lovely and very helpful.
Lucy Oates
Lucy Oates
31 August 2023
This is the perfect campsite- we stayed for 4 nights and would have stayed longer if we could! The pitches are really spaced out, so it feels peaceful and private. Great countryside views. We appreciated the private composting loo for each pitch. The honesty shop served us very well, we loved having a campfire every night with toasted marshmallows :) the local area is beautiful too. The campsite owner is super helpful and welcoming. We also enjoyed chatting to Jonny who was the cleaner while we were there, very nice guy. We would love to come back one day and will be recommending to family/friends.
Jacqueline Dangerfield
Jacqueline Dangerfield
31 August 2023
Absolutely wonderful experience amazing vibes and everyone was so nice . Loved the facilities
KPM
KPM
27 August 2023
Family of 5 (3 children aged 9,7,4) and our first time camping/glamping. Wytch wood was a fabulous site with everything we could have possibly needed and all very comfortable. We rented a bell tent and it was spacious, set up brilliantly and the beds were comfy and cozy. We had the best time and Elise was an incredible host. Thank you for a magical time!
Matt White (MattWPBS)
Matt White (MattWPBS)
25 August 2023
Only spent one night here, but already planning to come back next year for longer! Stayed on pitch 7 (Toby's Double), and was able to string my hammock tent up between two sturdy trees. I think this is one of the smaller pitches here, but even so it's fully equipped with table and benches, firepit and your own composting loo. The rest of the site is glorious as well, there's showers up the top, and a great little communal area with charging, a community fridge/freezer, and an honesty shop with local products (try the gelato and the kombucha). In the morning there's fresh coffee available from Elise, and two nights a week they fire up the pizza oven(!). The best bit though? There's a babbling brook that runs through the bottom of the site. Despite all the facilities, the low number of pitches and separation between them allows this to feel nearly like wild camping in terms of closeness to nature. Heavily recommend Wytch Wood!
Sebastian Janik
Sebastian Janik
23 August 2023
Super miejsce dla osób ceniących sobie ciszę i spokój, sklepik na miejscu z najpotrzebniejszymi artykulami, lodówka, można kupić kawę i ciastko. Gry planszowe. Cena do jakości uczciwa. Właścicielka bardzo miła i uprzejma.