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Glastonbury Hill Farm

Somerset, Langport

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Rated with 9.8

(54 Reviews)

Escape to a simpler life with Peter and Sarah

Glastonbury Hill farm lies at the end of a country lane in the natural paradise that is the Somerset Levels. Run by Peter and Sarah, the place is teeming with wildlife from barn owls to wild deer, as well as domesticated animals for you to get up close and personal with. The Ouessant sheep (the smallest natural breed in the world) and their lambs in Spring enjoy meeting guests, especially when you feed them with Peter! There's stunning south-facing views for 20 miles to Dorset and the hills above Lyme Regis on a clear day, which delighted the Sunday Times who gave it a front page feature in 2021 as an ideal base for a family holiday near Glastonbury.

The great outdoors in the South-West

When you emerge from your comfy bed in the morning, it is a question of which Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty it is for today as there are three on your doorstep - the Blackdown Hills, Mendip Hills or Quantock Hills, all perfect for hiking and cycling. As far as more urban charms are concerned, Glastonbury is famous for King Arthur and the world’s best music festival is 30 minutes away - if you're lucky enough to get tickets! Your host Peter is a big foodie so he’ll be able to furnish you with all the food and restaurant tips you’ll need throughout your holiday in Glastonbury.

What to do at Glastonbury Hill Farm

If you don’t want to venture so far afield, Glastonbury Hill Farm offers a wide selection of beautiful walks to stretch your legs but you are also welcome to just relax and take in the breath-taking views - in fact it is the ideal spot for a family holiday near Glastonbury. Children can enjoy the swings, slide and climbing frame to keep them busy while you take in the fresh country air and beautiful scenery. Although not a commercial farm, Peter takes great pride in rewilding the landscape and allowing natural species to thrive. You will have everything you need in your canvas hideaway to make your holiday complete, from comfy beds to a wood-fired stove and private showers.

What can you expect?

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    Honesty shop

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    Private shower

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    Outdoor playground

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    Cannot accept dogs

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    Close to the coast

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    Close to a forest

What animals will you find on this farm?

Sheep

Goats

Guinea fowl

Lambs

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What our guests like

  • ✓ 5 canvas hideaways
  • ✓ No electricity
  • ✓ Feed the animals
  • ✓ Spring lambing
  • ✓ Breathtaking view

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    Including wood for the wood-burning stove (1 pack per day)

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    Including welcome package with bed-linen, towels, candles, matches, washing-up liquid and other basic items

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    Private showers

What do our guests think?

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9.8

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Mrs Mir

25/10/2024

We had a wonderful time at Glastonbury Hill farm with our kids aged 4 and 5 who loved the experience from start to finish. Peter was very welcoming, a natural host who made us feel completely at home and was very thoughtful. Arriving on the Friday evening with the log burner already going and a big pot of hearty chicken stew on the stove ready to serve was such a treat. We also had warm croissants and jam delivered on the Saturday morning, and then Peter brought some milk and cookies at supper time. The kids loved getting to feed the goats and the cute little sheep and Peter told us some interesting facts about the breeds. The tent was a delight and we enjoyed lots of quality family time during our stay. It somehow feels like a deeper connection can be made thanks to the peace and quiet away from electric distractions and under candle light. We loved our first Feather Down experience and would definitely book again. Highly recommend!

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Mrs Gilleland

04/10/2024

Brilliant from start to finish, easy booking, great communication and plenty of very useful information was sent to us before we got there. On arrival we were made to feel very welcome by Peter and Sarah and throughout the stay they were really helpful. The kids especially enjoyed learning about the animals and feeding them with Sarah. This is the first time we've been to a Feather Down Farm but we will definitely be looking at other sites now. We absolutely loved the simplicity, beauty and ease of the whole stay. Thank you

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Ms Cottage

27/09/2024

Fun

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Mrs Westcott

27/09/2024

Very relaxing…wish we’d had another day!

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Mrs moore

23/08/2024

We had a glorious week on Peter’s farm. This was our 4th Featherdown Farm experience and it exceeded expectations. The view was stunning, the tents comfortable (as always) and Peter was delightful. He was so responsive and kind - nothing was too much trouble. The kids adored being free range and making new friends at the sweet play area. They loved the animals - especially the guinea fowl. Somerset was gorgeous. We had so many lovely day trips - rock climbing at Cheddar Gorge and exploring the caves, wandering around the funky shops of Glastonbury and walking up the Tor, visiting the beautiful Bishops palace to name a few. We are already planning our next Featherdown Farm holiday!

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heer Westerveen

12/08/2024

Peter is een geweldige gastheer, voorkomend en relaxed. Hij zorgt dat je je meteen thuis voelt. De plek is gewoonweg fantastisch. De dieren op de boerderij (en de natuurlijke omgeving van de boerderij) worden duidelijk met liefde verzorgd. Een ongelooflijk mooie vakantieplek, een unieke ervaring en een echte aanrader.

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Mrs Henderson

09/08/2024

Our stay could not have been more perfect! I booked out the whole campsite for a wholesome hen party and everyone LOVED it! Our host Peter was so great and looked after us incredibly well. The site is beautiful and the facilities were fantastic with comfortable beds and hot showers. We had enough space to play silly games (such as a space hopper race) and had a silent disco under the stars in the evening. You can't hear any road noises and it really feels like you are out in the wild. If you are looking for an elevated 'camping' experience, THIS is the place to go! I could not recommend more highly. We're already planning our next visit.

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29/07/2024

Relaxing

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14/06/2024

We loved it.

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14/06/2024

We’ve had the best time, away from all the busyness and to do lists! The kids loved making fires and we loved having some well needed family time!

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27/05/2024

We had a fabulous stay at Featherdown. The tents provide a huge amount of comfort without losing the charm and simplicity of camping. It also gave out to a beautiful view of the Somerset levels that you could die for. Peter was a brilliant host who helped provide advice on local attractions, gave advice on using his pizza oven (highly recommended) and was always on hand to ensure that everything with our holiday ran smoothly. Our kids (8, 5 and 5) enjoyed meeting the animals and made friends playing in the small playground. There was also a well stocked honesty shop with local wine, beer, cider and meat along with a few other "essentials" such as tea, coffee, matches, marshmallows etc. We can't wait to make a return trip.

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Mrs Meaning

10/05/2024

Relaxing break with stunning views across the Somerset Levels

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10/05/2024

Fantastic off grid break

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Mrs Thacker

04/05/2024

The most amazing Farm stay retreat offering simplicity, peaceful surroundings in a rustic cosy environment with the opportunity to rest, connect with nature and give you a taste of rural living whilst enjoying amazing food!

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01/04/2024

Amazing family holiday

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29/03/2024

The perfect family getaway

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Ms Perry

29/03/2024

The setting was beautiful, what a view! Peter was very helpful and available for all our needs. He went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. The children enjoyed seeing and feeding the animals. The shop was well stocked and very useful. The accommodation was cosy and well equipped. We had a great time and would definitely come back!

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Ms Gunn

01/09/2023

Gorgeous. So very relaxing and chilled. Absolutely stunning views, great location for day tripping, and a lovely warm host.

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Mrs Hickling

07/08/2023

A chance to reconnect with the family with no TV! The joy of outdoor living but with a comfortable bed at the end of the day.

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Mr Hesketh

31/07/2023

very relaxing and a lot of fun. great for the family to spend time together.

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Mrs Brook

31/07/2023

Wonderfully hygge and family orientated accommodation in a peaceful location with an extremely hospitable host! Particularly impressed with comfy beds and black out fabric to enable a good night sleep.

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Ms Pegram

24/07/2023

Very relaxing with the perfect view.

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heer Phan

17/07/2023

What a great place to stay for four nights with two young children! The tent was fantastic with a super view! Very nice host Peter and Sarah. Highly recommended for slow living and glamping!

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Mrs Leertouwer

14/07/2023

We stayed at Peter and Sarah and it was so great. The view, the simple but super cosy lifestyle. And Peter and Sarah where so helpful and nice to be with them.

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heer Oostvogels

10/07/2023

Prachtige locatie, zeer lieve mensen, zeer rustig

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Mr Fryer

09/06/2023

Amazing, hosts were very attentive

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Mrs dixon

26/05/2023

Absolute bliss - the perfect balance of getting back to nature, but without having to compromise on life's little luxuries

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Mr Barton

26/05/2023

Brilliant, a fantastic location, host and accommodation- 10/10

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Mr Burrows

07/04/2023

Perfect Easter Getaway. Peter is a wonderfully attentive host with great tips and local history and facts. So much to do locally but also peaceful to spend time at the farm with a glass of wine from the honesty shop looking across the valley at the vineyard it came from.

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Mrs Gleghorn

24/10/2022

All had a great relaxing time, amazing views fantastic location. Children loved it too

8.8

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Mr Verbeek

12/08/2022

Our stay at Featherdown Glastonbury was awesome. Exploring the countryside with the kids and making dinner on woodstoves. A real wind-down holiday that we very much needed!

8.8

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Mr Stambollouian

25/07/2022

Bliss

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Mrs Richards

27/05/2022

We always love our Featherdown holidays and this one was no exception. Peter was a wonderfully attentive host from the stocking of the farm shop with local produce, to the cleanliness of the tents & site, to the readiness to help fix any issues. The views are stunning and the farm is really well placed for beautiful walks and a fascinating trip to Glastonbury Tor. All in all a great holiday and even the weather was kind!

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Mrs Morgan

06/05/2022

Lovely relaxing weekend spent at Glastonbury Hill Farm, our host Peter was very welcoming.

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Mrs Moody

29/04/2022

really lovely and relaxing. The view across the levels from the tent was amazing, with hot air balloons occasionally popping up. The farm was really great and welcoming.

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Mrs Hornby

25/10/2021

Very different, an adventure!

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Mrs. Colombo

22/10/2021

We had a fantastic time. The most relaxing weekend with superb views, great local activities and lovely food. The experience was made all the better by our wonderful host, Peter who arranged some lovely activities for the kids, warmed us up with beautiful local mulled cider and had a fantastic honesty shop full of local goodies and free eggs! The view from the tent is to die for.

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Mrs Frisken

22/10/2021

The most comfortable and cost tent ever!

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Miss Rogers

10/09/2021

Amazing Tent; so comfortable. We really switched off and relaxed. Peter was so helpful and made our stay even more enjoyable.

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Mrs Parr Ferris

03/09/2021

We were looking for a peaceful escape combined with a fun holiday for our family, and we certainly weren't disappointed. The location was stunning and accommodation perfect. Our host, Peter, was so welcoming and friendly that it felt like a home from home for us. We felt so well looked after, it really was a very special break with many happy memories.

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Meet your hosts

Peter and Sarah

We look forward to welcoming you to Hill Farm and its breath-taking views over the Somerset Levels.

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The Sunday Times loved their stay here in 2021 and I hope you will too.
Farmers at Glastonbury Hill Farm
Farmer with children feeding sheep

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Ask the farmer

Even though there is no set tour at this farm, the farmer will be delighted to tell you more about rural life at any time, and you can help Peter feed the animals.

Produce in farm shop low food miles Glastonbury Hill Farm

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The farm shop

It’s great for the basics and usually even better for local produce and low food miles. And every Feather Down farm shop operates on an honesty basis.

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Options during your stay

Stove and lamp service
Stove and lamp service
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Your stove and lamps are lit before arrival, when you arrive before 6 p.m.

Light House Breakfast Box
Light House Breakfast Box
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The lighthouse breakfast basket comes with a loaf of bread, butter, jam/marmalade, honey, tea, coffee, sugar and fruit juice. Exact content may differ slightly per farm.

English Breakfast Hamper
English Breakfast Hamper
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Comes with free-range eggs, bacon, sausages/chipolatas, bread, butter, jam /honey/marmalade, tea, coffee, milk, sugar, fruit juice. Exact content may differ slightly per farm.

 

Nearby the farm

Blackdown Hills

The Mendips

The Quantocks

Glastonbury

The Somerset Levels

Bath

Bristol

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Rewilding the British countryside

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