About

Immerse yourself in nature at Mendip Basecamp, an award-winning family adventure campsite in Somerset, near Bristol. One of the top campsites in the South West, Basecamp has won the Best Campsite Award at the Bristol, Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards two years in a row! With adventure activities for the whole family, a summer-long program of free activities and events, and the perfect mix of facilities for an authentic camping experience, Basecamp is the ideal family adventure holiday destination.

Set in the heart of Mendip Activity Centre, Basecamp is one of the best places to experience the beauty of nature in the breathtaking Mendip Hills. Basecamp is a rustic, authentic family campsite where you can feel the grass between your toes and take advantage of everything you love about camping. Families and groups of all sizes are welcome, with affordable adventures for all ages. As experienced campers, the team at Basecamp knows what makes a great camping experience and encourages visitors to:

  - Pick your own pitch

  - Relax around a cosy campfire (fire pits available for hire)

  - BBQ as much as you want

  - Immerse yourselves in nature

   - Bring your well-behaved dogs

   - Check out when it suits you (and avoid the departure morning panic!)

Perfect for both experienced campers and first-timers, Basecamp offers every amenity and facility needed to create an unforgettable family holiday:

   - Park by your pitch

   - Pick up essentials at the Campsite shop

   - Try free activities like Storytelling and Circus Skills

   - Listen to free acoustic Live Music

   - Play in the giant sandpit and join outdoor games

   - Visit the activity centre onsite, with over 20 outdoor activities

   - Keep your cool with the Ice-pack freezer

   - Grab a cider and a pizza from the Pavilion (or one of their own Yeti craft beers!)

   - Make use of Free WiFi across the site

   - Free USB charging

   - Hot showers and flushing toilets

   - Family toilet and shower room

This year, Basecamp has introduced exciting new additions, perfect for families to enjoy. Themed weekends and free campsite activities for children are now available, along with all-new offerings for 2025, including:

   - Earlier season opening and later season closing - more camping for you!

   - Hire Mendip Lodge on weekends for exclusive group bookings

   - Engaging themed weekends including Astronomy, Nature and Crafts at no extra cost

   - Free Storytelling every Friday evening

   - Live music performances have moved from the Lodge to the heart of Basecamp

Ready for more adventure during your stay? Try an outdoor activity just down the hill at Mendip Activity Centre, home to Target Sports, Caving, Frisbee Golf, Rock Climbing, Paddle Boarding, Tobogganing, Skiing and more. Alongside bookable activities, there are plenty of free activities in Basecamp, so check the schedule for Storytelling, Circus Skills and other free campsite offerings.

When it's time to explore beyond Basecamp, Somerset offers diverse landscapes, from dramatic coastlines and rolling hills to picturesque countryside and world-famous landmarks. Visitors can discover the rugged coastal paths of Brean, take in the far-reaching views from the Mendip Hills, or enjoy bird-watching at Ham Wall. Local food and drink, including savoury cheeses, delicious cider, and traditional farm shop produce, provide a true taste of the region. Whether admiring the grandeur of Wells Cathedral or spotting wild ponies in Exmoor, Somerset is the perfect destination for adventure.

Does this sound like your kind of adventure? Secure your Basecamp holiday today!