The eagerly awaited Campsites.co.uk Outstanding Sites list for 2026 has been revealed, spotlighting the best camping, touring, and glamping destinations across the UK. Somerset proudly features prominently, with multiple sites earning praise for offering exceptional holiday experiences.
This annual list celebrates sites that consistently deliver excellent service and facilities, catering to a wide range of campers—from family-friendly parks with pools and children’s activities to tranquil adult-only retreats and luxury glamping spots offering hotel-like comforts in the heart of nature.
Among the honoured Somerset venues is Old Oaks Touring Park, located just ten minutes from Glastonbury. This serene site provides an ideal base for exploring Somerset’s beautiful countryside and famed landmarks, including Glastonbury Tor. Visitors enjoy practical amenities such as free WiFi, laundry and dishwashing areas, and a tourist information room. The onsite licensed shop stocks local produce, from prime beef to home-baked cakes and Italian gelato. Guests can also relax in the welcoming lounge featuring a self-serve pay bar, darts, games, a pool table, and a TV. Evening takeaway meals make for a convenient and stress-free stay.
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Old Oaks Touring Park has been recognised on the Outstanding Sites list for the second consecutive year and earned the title of Best Adult-Only Site in South West England at the 2025 Campsites.co.uk Awards. Other Somerset campsites highlighted include Cheddar Bridge Touring Park, Petruth Paddocks, Burton Springs Holidays, and Waterrow Touring Park—all known for their quality and commitment to guest satisfaction.
Martin Smith, founder of Campsites.co.uk, shared, “It’s a pleasure to present our 2026 list of outstanding sites. These campsites are trusted by our community of campers and sites we are proud to endorse, making it easy for holidaymakers to book with confidence.”
Beyond Somerset, the article also touches on exclusive accommodations in nearby regions, such as a grand Grade II listed Bath stone home in Corsham and unique holiday properties in Dorset and North Devon, though the focus remains firmly on the excellent options within Somerset for campers and glampers alike.