The Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is in a glorious location just northwest of London and convenient for over 10 million people. It’s a varied mix of traditional farmland fringed with ancient hedges, woods, orchards and rich pasture. Plant species that favour chalk grassland thrive here, including rarities like Chiltern gentian, wild candytuft and pasqueflower.
It’s one of England’s most wooded landscapes, notably the mature beech woods. There are nine chalk streams whose fragile ecosystems are increasingly endangered and provide habitats for the otter, water vole and reed bunting. Special places to visit include Chenies Manor, West Wycombe Park and Hughenden Manor, all with fascinating histories to discover.
This area has been inhabited by man since Neanderthal hunters first arrived, followed by Iron Age tribes, then the Romans and others, all leaving a unique legacy that we can still glimpse today.
Top Chiltern Hills AONB Camping Options
On the banks of the Thames, not far from Henley-on-Thames, you will find the picturesque village of Hurley, where some buildings date back to 1086. Just outside the village is Hurley Riverside Park, which has been family-run since 1926 and provides facilities for holiday homes, touring units, tents and moorings for boats.
Henley Four Oaks Caravan and Motorhome Club site is within walking distance of Henley-on-Thames, noted for its world-famous Regatta. It is a popular site close to both the M4 and the M40 on the road to Marlow. Close to many tourist attractions and an excellent location for the many festivals and events taking place throughout the year. The site is well placed to visit some interesting places including Windsor Castle, Hampton Court Palace and the city of London. Legoland, approximately 15 miles drive from the site, is a great fun day out for children. The site has a total of 81 predominantly level pitches, 55 on hardstanding and some with shade. All have 16 amp electricity.
Wyatts Covert Caravan and Motorhome Club site is surrounded by trees so that you feel tucked away in a green oasis. It is well located to suit the tastes of every mood - the non-stop action and shopping of London is only 18 miles away, and the site is also ideal for visiting small picturesque towns like Marlow and taking river trips along the Thames. Nearby Denham station takes you into Marylebone, with easy access to the underground system, stopping at Wembley Stadium, the venue for extensive sporting and music events. Some aircraft noise can be heard from the site. The site is outside of the London Low Emissions Zone (LEZ). The site has 50 hardstanding pitches all with 16 amp electricity.
