Barnstaple campsites
The North Devon town of Barnstaple has a rich history and the locals are ready and waiting to share it with you. Known for its heritage and mix of fun outdoor activities, the kids will love it as much as adults do. Everyone will enjoy a trip to Exmoor Zoo and there is also a range of nature parks, shops and restaurants located within easy reach of these Barnstaple campsites.
63 Barnstaple campsites
Whitemoor Camping
Bishop's Tawton, Barnstaple, Devon (1.7 miles)
11 reviews
91%
would recommend
Small and tranquil site overlooking the beautiful Taw Valley, close to the coast, the Tarka Trail and Exmoor.
Brightlycott Barton
Barnstaple, Devon (2 miles)
9 reviews
100%
would recommend
A dog friendly and peaceful spot with easy access to Barnstaple, sandy beaches and Exmoor National Park.
Crossways Country Park
Barnstaple, Devon (3.6 miles)
Highly ratedRural camping, touring and glamping site. Five minutes from Barnstaple, within 20 minutes of Exmoor and the coast!
Tarka Trail Camping
Yelland, Barnstaple, Devon (4.1 miles)
59 reviews
95%
would recommend
Tranquil, family and dog friendly site set beside the beautiful Tarka Trail with estuary views across to Saunton.
South Town Camping
Loxhore, Barnstaple, Devon (4.9 miles)
12 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful eco campsite set on a family farm on the National Trust's Arlington Court estate, close to Exmoor.
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Braunton Sands Campsite
Braunton, Devon (5.1 miles)
Highly ratedFamily and dog friendly camping site just a five minute drive from Saunton Sands beach.
Lobb Fields Caravan and Camping Park
Braunton, Devon (5.8 miles)
11 reviews
91%
would recommend
Family camping park, within five minutes of Saunton Sands Beach and Braunton. Onsite food trucks and play park!
Stowford Farm Meadows
Combe Martin, Ilfracombe, Devon (6 miles)
104 reviews
88%
would recommend
Award winning campsite with a play area, a pool and crazy golf. Just 15 minutes to Woolacombe and Croyde.
Meadowsweet Farm
Braunton, Devon (6.1 miles)
15 reviews
100%
would recommend
Simple and off-grid rural camping set on an organic farm minutes away from Devon's surf beaches and Tarka Trail.
Hidden Valley Park
Ilfracombe, Devon (6.1 miles)
27 reviews
96%
would recommend
Award winning campsite in a wooded valley, ten minutes to the coast and Ilfracombe. Onsite shop and restaurant!
Strawfields
Ilfracombe, Devon (6.2 miles)
5 reviews
80%
would recommend
Rustic, back-to-nature camping with campfires and glamping. Within 30 minutes of Woolacombe, Ilfracombe and Exmoor!
Benton View
Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple, Devon (6.4 miles)
7 reviews
100%
would recommend
Cosy shepherd's hut in a peaceful rural location, close to Exmoor National Park and with spectacular scenery.
Huxtable Farm
Barnstaple, Devon (6.7 miles)
14 reviews
100%
would recommend
Four spacious grass pitches with their own private wash room. Explore the site's Devon Wildlife trail!
Cheglinch Camping
Ilfracombe, Devon (6.7 miles)
8 reviews
88%
would recommend
Small back-to-basics camping with stunning views of the countryside. Family-friendly.
Cheglinch Farm Glamping
West Down, Ilfracombe, Devon (7 miles)
8 reviews
100%
would recommend
Farmstay glamping in beautifully furnished Lotus Belle tents with campfires. Ten minutes from Woolacombe beach.
Hallsdown Farm Touring Park
Barnstaple, Devon (7 miles)
39 reviews
97%
would recommend
An adults only touring site with premium ensuite pitches, within 15 minutes of Exmoor, Lynton and the coast.
Under the Milky Way
Combe Martin, Devon (7.3 miles)
11 reviews
100%
would recommend
A secluded glamping site nestled between North Devon beaches and the Exmoor National Park.
Incledon Farm Camping
Braunton, Devon (7.4 miles)
21 reviews
100%
would recommend
This working farm is a rural retreat and ideal base from which to explore North Devon's beaches and surfing.
Giddy Farm
Ilfracombe, Devon (7.5 miles)
8 reviews
100%
would recommend
Off-grid bell tents with sea views, a pizza oven and dark skies. Just ten minutes to Watermouth beaches.
Long Moor Farm
Combe Martin, Devon (7.7 miles)
22 reviews
95%
would recommend
A peaceful campsite on the edge of Exmoor National Park, just five minutes from Combe Martin's golden sand beaches.
Sunnymead Farm Camping and Touring Site
Ilfracombe, Devon (7.8 miles)
18 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family-run campsite set in four acres of glorious countryside with coastal views, near Woolacombe and Ilfracombe.
Barn Park Campsite
Woolacombe, Devon (8 miles)
Summer campsite on a working dairy farm with panoramic countryside views. Five minute drive to Woolacombe Beach!
Little Roadway Farm Camping Park
Woolacombe, Devon (8.1 miles)
48 reviews
96%
would recommend
A family friendly, dog-friendly campsite. A five minute drive or 25 minute walk to Woolacombe Beach.
Camping @ Croyde Bay
Croyde, Devon (8.1 miles)
53 reviews
94%
would recommend
Family-friendly, quiet camping and touring site. Ten minute walk to Croyde Beach, with onsite surf hire.
Longlands Devon
Ilfracombe, Devon (8.3 miles)
Luxury ensuite safari tents with an onsite lake for wild swimming. Within 15 minutes of the beach and Ilfracombe!
Cherry Tree Farm Croyde
Croyde, Devon (8.4 miles)
6 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly campsite with sea views and spacious pitches. Five minute walk from Croyde Bay!
Wolf Meadows Farm
High Bickington, Umberleigh, Devon (8.4 miles)
15 reviews
71%
would recommend
Wild riverside, woodland camping and pods by Devon's River Taw. Just 40 mins' drive from Dartmoor and beaches.
Lee Meadow Farm
Lee, Woolacombe, Devon (8.5 miles)
86 reviews
99%
would recommend
Family friendly camping near Woolacombe Beach. Onsite facilities include a farm shop, bike hire and zip wire.
Ruda Holiday Park
Croyde, Braunton, Devon (8.6 miles)
Family friendly pitches and safari tents 100m from Croyde Bay, onsite restaurants, surf and wetsuit hire, and shop!
Woolacombe Sands Holiday Park
Woolacombe, Devon (8.6 miles)
7 reviews
100%
would recommend
Holiday park with sea views, a 15 minute walk to Woolacombe Beach. Onsite swimming pools, a clubhouse/bar and more!
Ocean Pitch Campsite
Braunton, Croyde, Devon (8.7 miles)
20 reviews
100%
would recommend
Idyllic camping just metres from Croyde Bay beach, with award winning onsite street food and surf hire.
Mill Park Campsite
Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe, Devon (8.7 miles)
Lakeside camping, touring and glamping with onsite fishing, shop and restaurant. 25 minutes to Woolacombe Beach!
Silver View Campsite
Combe Martin, Devon (9 miles)
26 reviews
92%
would recommend
Pop-up campsite with stunning coastal and countryside views in Exmoor National Park, five minutes from the beach.
Hele Valley Holiday Park
Ilfracombe, Devon (9 miles)
156 reviews
97%
would recommend
Award winning, peaceful camping, touring and glamping with hot tubs. Just a ten minute walk to Hele Beach!
South Ford Farm Camping
Clapworthy, South Molton, Devon (9.2 miles)
18 reviews
100%
would recommend
Peaceful riverside site on a farm with fire pits for hire, 15 minutes from Exmoor National Park. Dog friendly.
Owl Valley Glamping
Bideford, Devon (9.2 miles)
8 reviews
100%
would recommend
A beautiful off-grid eco glamping site situated in North Devon with a wildlife pond, glamping cabins and a geodome!
Bales Ash Campsite
Umberleigh, Devon (9.2 miles)
15 reviews
100%
would recommend
Homemade Devon cakes for campers, tourers and glampers. Set above Taw Valley, 20 minutes to The Tarka Trail.
Watermouth Valley Camping Park
Ilfracombe, Devon (9.3 miles)
240 reviews
98%
would recommend
Family friendly camping park with panoramic sea views by Exmoor. Five minutes to Ilfracombe and the beach!
Little Meadow Campsite
Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe, Devon (9.4 miles)
18 reviews
100%
would recommend
Coastal campsite with sea views and shop. Five minute walk to Watermouth Harbour, five minute drive to Ilfracombe.
Livit Adventures and Glamping
Abbotsham, Bideford, Devon (10.1 miles)
17 reviews
100%
would recommend
Glamping in fully furnished or simple bell tents on the beautiful North Devon coast. Dog friendly. Near beaches.
Riverside Caravan and Camping Park
South Molton, Devon (10.7 miles)
35 reviews
83%
would recommend
A five star family-friendly park with award winning facilities, on the gateway to Exmoor and the North Devon coast.
Broad Park Camping and Glamping Certificated Site
Fairy Cross, Bideford, Devon (10.8 miles)
19 reviews
100%
would recommend
Small, family campsite with alpacas, goats and horses. Minutes to The Big Sheep, ten minutes from the beach!
South Dean Camping
Barnstaple, Devon (11 miles)
32 reviews
94%
would recommend
Panoramic views of the sea and countryside from grass camping pitches for tents and campervans. Located on Exmoor.
Berry's Ground Lane Campsite
Barnstaple, Devon (11.8 miles)
16 reviews
100%
would recommend
Almost wild camping in Exmoor National Park on the North Devon Coast with fantastic sea views. Dog friendly.
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Secret Spot Camping
Braunton, Devon (5.7 miles)
A secluded campsite for tents and small campervans only, 15 minutes from Croyde beach. Perfect for family getaways.
Porte Meadows
Barnstaple, Devon (7.3 miles)
Spacious camping set on the edge of Exmoor, with lovely views over the hills of Devon.
North Thorne Cottages and Glamping
Bratton Fleming, Devon (7.4 miles)
Beautifully located glamping in bell tents, gypsy wagons and a horsebox set close to Exmoor and stunning beaches.
Welcombe Meadow
Umberleigh, Devon (7.7 miles)
Two luxurious safari tents set in Devon countryside and in reach of the north coast, with ensuite facilities.
The Orchard Croyde Village Campsite
Croyde, Braunton, Devon (8 miles)
Set in the heart of a village within the North Devon AONB, this site offers easy access to the Tarka Trail.
Golden Coast Leisure Park
Woolacombe, Devon (8 miles)
Family friendly park near Woolacombe beach. With pools, surfing simulator and more!
Combas Farm
Croyde, Braunton, Devon (8.1 miles)
Secluded and family friendly camping site with tent and campervan pitches just a short walk from Croyde.
Bay View Farm Caravan and Camping Park
Croyde, Braunton, Devon (8.1 miles)
A family friendly, 4 star park by Croyde Bay, just a short walk from the beach and ideal for walkers on The Downs.
Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park
Woolacombe, Devon (8.1 miles)
Enjoy a beautifully located premium Holiday Park with breathtaking views and the beach just a stone's throw away.
Westland Farm
Combe Martin, Barnstaple, Devon (8.4 miles)
Camping, touring and fabulous glamping in shepherd's huts or a luxury yurt by Exmoor, Combe Martin and the coast.
Freshwell Camping
Croyde, Devon (8.7 miles)
Two mins' walk from Croyde Beach, summer camping and glamping by the sand and surfing of the NT's Baggy Point.
Newberry Valley Park
Combe Martin, Devon (8.7 miles)
A family-run, dog-friendly campsite five minutes' walk from the beaches and village of Combe Martin.
Warcombe Farm Camping Park
Mortehoe, Woolacombe, Devon (8.8 miles)
Peaceful, 5 star camping and touring with fishing on site and sea views, close to Woolacombe and its great beach.
Adventure Camping
Bideford, Devon (9 miles)
A laidback family site, among hills and coast views. Adventure activities are just next-door.
Barle Brook Retreat
Barnstaple, Devon (9.2 miles)
Private caravan and motorhome touring site for large families or groups. Party and event hire available.
Twitchen House Holiday Park
Woolacombe, Devon (9.4 miles)
A charming family holiday park located in Woolacombe, home of Britain's award-winning beach.
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Things to do in Barnstaple
History enthusiasts, music lovers and outdoor lovers alike will have a brilliant time in Barnstaple.
Top attractions include Exmoor Zoo (with its family of wild cats that the kids will enjoy meeting) and Arlington Court, which is a renowned National Trust site and has extensive grounds including a deer park - make a day of it and pack a picnic.
Broomhill Sculpture Park is also nearby, which has a range of modern sculptures set in stunning grounds, and Rock Park will keep little ones entertained for hours with its skatepark and adventure trails. Adults and teenagers can tone up on the Trim Trail - an outdoor gym - and tennis courts.
Ideal for rainy days, Funderzone soft play park is located a couple of miles from Barnstaple, or equally you could check out Lets Go Bowling and skatepark with older ones.
If it's walks you would like, then you’re spoilt for choice in Barnstaple as the nearby Heddon Valley will reward your efforts with beautiful views at Heddon's Mouth Bay, as well as a delicious local beer from the charming Hunters Inn Pub.
Cyclists can also enjoy a number of cycling and walking routes in the surrounding area of Tarka Trail, with bike hire available through Tarka Trail Cycle Hire and Biketrail Cycle Hire.
Back in town, the Museum of Barnstaple is a fascinating look back over the last century of history in Devon and is a free way to spend an afternoon. There are interesting displays and it also has visiting galleries and exhibitions throughout the year. Also well worth exploring is the Barnstaple Heritage Centre, which has a variety of hands-on activities year round.
If you’re interested in art and music, then have at look at the St. Anne’s Art and Community Centre, which has a range of shows and workshops. The Queen’s Theatre is also due to reopen and is sure to provide a great selection of theatrical performances that all the family will enjoy.
End a great day in Barnstaple by checking out one of the great restaurants on offer in the town, which serve up a range of locally grown produce. Those without kids can hit the pubs afterwards and catch some live music.
Nearby you'll find the seaside resort of Westward Ho!, which has a fantastic beach (with mini golf!) and is particularly popular during the summer months. Bideford, Woolacombe, Ilfracombe and Croyde are also all close at hand.
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