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The Lorax Patch

Launcherley Rd, Wells BA5 1QJ, UK

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Small, off-grid site with peaceful camping and glamping with an onsite farm shop. Ten minutes to Glastonbury!

About The Lorax Patch

Tucked into the Somerset countryside just ten minutes from Glastonbury, The Lorax Patch is a small, off-grid site where spacious pitches come with picnic tables and fire pits—perfect for evenings under the stars. The composting toilets and showers are kept impressively clean, and there's a genuine farm atmosphere with pigs, goats, and chickens wandering about, much to the delight of younger campers. The onsite farm shop sells fresh eggs and reasonably priced firewood, adding to the self-sufficient charm.

It's a peaceful, back-to-basics setup (no pets or WiFi) that suits families after a proper escape from screens and daily routine. With Wells, Glastonbury Tor, and Cheddar Gorge all within easy reach, it makes a relaxed base for exploring Somerset's highlights without sacrificing that properly rural feel.

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Visitors say this campsite offers spacious, private pitches with picnic tables and fire pits, and highlight the clean, well-maintained composting toilets and shower facilities. They also appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the opportunity to interact with farm animals like pigs, goats, and chickens. Guests mention the reasonable prices for firewood and fresh farm eggs, and the peaceful, natural environment.

Summary via Google

Can I bring...?

⛺ Tent pitches
🚐 Caravans welcome
🚌 Motorhomes welcome
✨ Glamping available
🛖 Lodges & pods

Lodges & pods

  • Unfurnished Yurt
  • Furnished Family Yurt
  • Shepherd's Huts

Facilities

🚿 Hot showers
📶 Free WiFi
🏊 Swimming pool
🛒 Onsite shop
🎠 Children's play area
🍖 BBQs allowed
🔥 Campfires allowed
🧺 Laundry
🎣 Fishing
🛁 Hot tub
♿ Accessible facilities
🅿️ Hardstanding pitches
🍽️ Bar/restaurant on site
🧒 Good for children
🚻 Toilets on site
Family friendly Showers Toilets Drinking water Fires allowed Doesn't allow pets on site No WiFi

Takeaway & food delivery

Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.

Just Eat — 9 takeaways deliver to this postcode (BA5 1QJ)

Subway - Shepton Mallet

5.0 · Sandwiches, Lunch

Indian Ocean

5.0 · Indian, Asian

Wells Kebab & Pizza House

5.0 · Kebab, Pizza

R & T Fish Bar

5.0 · Fish & Chips, Pies

JAGUA Indian Restaurant & Takeaway

5.0 · Indian, Curry

Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.

Deliveroo — 1 restaurant nearby

YO! sushi counter

Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on deliveroo.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.

Nearest supermarkets

Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.

  • Morrisons, Wells under a mile
  • Tesco, Wells under a mile
  • Lidl, Wells under a mile
  • Aldi, Shepton Mallet 4.3 miles
  • Sainsbury's, Street 6.5 miles
  • Co-op, Coleford 9.2 miles
  • Asda, Highbridge 14.2 miles

Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Location

Launcherley Rd, Wells BA5 1QJ, UK Get directions

Opening hours

Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours

What visitors say

John Tarrant

Thank you for the most wonderful,peaceful stay. Amazing environment and friendly people around us. I have camped in many places over many years and Lorax Patch ranks easily amongst the best of places. You are guaranteed a warm welcome and if you really want to show your hosts the respect they deserve; read your Dr. Seuss before your trip. If you're not sure what I mean, do some research and it will make even more sense when you arrive.

2 months ago · via Google

dom sidaway

Gabe was an excellent host. A wonderful project they have going on here, fantastic land and fantastic values. So quick to walk into Wells. You’ll love it here for a peaceful stay!! Great time! - Dom

a month ago · via Google

Roger Western

Peaceful campsite very close to the city of Wells. Well spaced-out pitches, composting loos and a good shower. Very nice campsite owner who was always ready to answer any questions Would definitely recommend this site.

11 months ago · via Google

Lisa Slater

Superb campsite. Great to explore Wells and area. Pitches feel private and well spaced. Site is managed with care and attention to detail. Enjoyed sitting outside with an evening fire in provided pit and a reasonable cost for good supply of well seasoned fire wood . Shower and loos good and washing up bay. Popping to see their hens, sheep , small goats and pigs was also lovely. Highly recommended would made a detour to stay again.

11 months ago · via Google

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