Here at The Old Summer we cater for Group Bookings such as Family gatherings, Hen Parties, Birthdays and Reunions in our private, secluded site set within a Nature Reserve. It is exclusively yours and we offer accommodation and space for you to create a memorable experience, event or holiday
Each Belltent sleeps up to 4 in a double bed and 2 singles. The 5 Belltent package sleeps up to 20 with additional accommodation separately priced taking the numbers up to 32.
The price also includes a 6 x 5M mini Marquee with floorcovering which can have tables and benches added for workshops, extra dining, indoor activities or left empty for yoga sessions, spiritual mediations or as a dancefloor.
Additional optional accommodation includes another Belltent which costs £200 for 2 nights or £250 for 3 nights, 2 Crash Pads which are like American covered wagons on legs not wheels. These have double mattresses in and cost £50 each per night. These additions can be sited anywhere as required.
We also have a 1960's Vintage Sprite 400 caravan with queen sized bed (4 foot), small dining area, fridge, gas hob, kettle, pots, pans and retro styling. This costs £150 for 2 nights or £200 for 3 nights. There is a slightly larger Vintage caravan with a full sized double bed and Indian styling for £200 for 2 nights or £250 for 3.
The site is secluded and we also have a Timber framed shower/toilet and fully equipped kitchen block with canvas awning and decking. There are 2 toilets and 2 hot showers here. The kitchen provides pots, pans, crockery and cutlery too as well as picnic benches.
There is also a covered barn with large table and benches for dining and gathering. It also has a BBQ area and a chillout space with sofas and a woodburning stove. Outside is a large sunken firepit as well.
We provide bedding, towels, toiletries, BBQ coals and firewood. Once the firewood we provide is used up, extra will have to be bought elsewhere.
Please advise us if high chairs and travel cots are required.
There is a lot of outdoor space for games and activities and it is very safe for children as we are a long way from roads. There are lovely walks from our fields which lead to the local orchards, river, where people swim on warm days, village and local pub which serves good food.
As the surrounding field is set up as a nature reserve with wildflowers we are unable to accept dogs.
We are not on mains electricity so we are unable to charge electric cars. We have electricity for lighting and phones but any high output equipment will need a generator. We also request that guests recycle their rubbish correctly and avoid plastic celebratory confetti etc.
The field is approximately 65x42m which gives plenty of scope to tailor your holiday to suit your own special requirements. We will happily discuss this with you to ensure your holiday event meets all your expectations.
We will be available if guests require assistance as we live on site. Yet privacy is also assured if this is required as the space is secluded.
We are 6 miles from Glastonbury and near to local villages like Castle Cary and the art galleries of Bruton and Frome. The coast is 1 1/2 hours away and cities of Bath and Bristol are an hours trip away. Local nature reserves are also on hand such as Westhay and Shapwick. There is a Petrol station with shop in the village as well as a great local pub all within walking distance.
We are near the stations of Castle Cary and Bruton, just off the A37 and within a few miles of the A303
We hope guests will respect the space and wildlife living alongside us.
We want you to have a relaxing holiday in this special place.
As we are off grid and use solar power, please use electricity wisely and sensibly so no leaving lights on all night please!!
As we use a septic tank, please use eco products for cleaning etc.
Arrival times from 1pm
Departure times by 1pm