South Town Camping
South Town Camping
4.85 /5
Switch off and make the most of life in the slow lane at South Town Farm on the edge of Exmoor National Park in North Devon. It's a small site for tents only, beautifully basic and totally off grid - part of The National Trust's Arlington Court. The fields are car free and there's lots of room for families to enjoy playing games, exploring nature, campfires, stargazing and meeting the animals. For glampers, a cosy shepherd's hut is available.
Peaceful off-grid farm with spacious pitches, great for families
Excellent spot for exploring Exmoor National Park and the South West Coast Path
Life in the slow lane on a car free camping field
About South Town Camping
Tucked away in a very peaceful hamlet in beautiful countryside of North Devon is this family friendly site. Perfect for those wanting to relax, enjoy some peace and to be surrounded by nature. With just 10 tents across 6 acres and plenty of spectacular scenery to enjoy South Town is a real tonic! All pitches are well spaced, mown into wild flower meadows with mown paths leading to each pitch. Everyone gets an uninterrupted view of woodland and meadows, with no other tent in front of you. A cosy furnished shepherd's hut is also available tucked into a quiet corner of one of the meadows, complete with bedding, chairs, a woodburner, and outdoor area. Bring along your BBQ or borrow a fire pit on site and enjoy an evening around the campfire - wood can be purchased on site. Super sunsets to the west and If it's a clear night, the sky above South Town is dark enough for stargazing. Ideal for families and couples as there is lots of safe space to play games or simply sit and enjoy the natural world around you. The fields are car free, making it a safe place for children to play, but the car park is very close and even the furthest pitches are only a very short walk away. Large wheelbarrows are available to transport your belongings There are eco loos and a roomy shower room with warm water. The washing up hut also has lots of information about the area. The farm also home to the Arlington Jacob flock of sheep and a small herd of Red Ruby Devon cattle. These animals help to maintain ideal habitats for wildlife across wood pastures and wet meadows. Look out for bats, badgers and foxes and listen out for tawny owls at night. There are lots of walks across the estate and through the woodlands straight from your tent, also a great base for exploring the Exmoor National Park, South West Coast Path and beautiful North Devon beaches.
Camping is available from 17th May until 15th September. The shepherd's hut is available from 17th May until 29th September.
The site is off grid with eco toilets and a gas shower. An outdoor washing up station is provided with cold water. Ice blocks can be frozen on request.
The nearest shop is Bess Hill Farm's shop, a 5 minute drive away.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 11 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
10 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass pitches for tents with plenty of space between but without electric. All are on grass in a large, car free field with panoramic views.
4.85 /5
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Peaceful & beautiful
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Alexandra S
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We stayed for one night before going to Lundy island, 2 friends with a small tent each that easily fitted in one pitch. This was a perfect site for us. It was blissfully peaceful with beautiful views & large well managed pitches. If you're after a deliciously calm site that has obvious ecological & sustainability values, then you will be happy at this lovely site. Loved the fact that fire pits were provided & logs available to purchase. Such a lovely atmosphere & made to feel very welcome by the owners. We will be back. Thank you!
Site's response
Thank you so much, it's good to hear that you're thinking of visiting us again. We look forward to seeing you both again.
Proper camping, don't tell anyone!
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Patricia R
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By far, this is the best campsite we have stayed in in either the UK or Ireland. It is quiet and peaceful and there is beautiful nature all around. The facilities are simple, well-designed, and looked after extremely well. It was a really peaceful and lovely break for us to just be in a natural field with the birds and insects. The location is excellent for delving into the North Devon Coast and Exmoor. next time, we will spend much longer.
Site's response
Thank you for this huge compliment! It was a pleasure to chat with you both and I'm pleased to hear that you had a relaxing break with us at South Town. We look forward to seeing you again sometime!
Gorgeous nature getaway
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Ruby C
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We had a lovely stay at this gorgeous campsite. Dani and Murray were so accommodating to our needs and the location of their campsite is right in the heart of nature. I definitely recommend this place!
Site's response
Thank you so much for this great review! We look forward to welcoming you both back in the future.
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Things to do on site and in the Barnstaple area
The site is set on the estate of Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum. You can wander the museum to see historic vehicles or there are beautiful woodland walks accessible from site across the Arlington Estate, on which you can also find fantastic woodland play areas for children.
Spectacular wild Exmoor National Park is the place to go for more walking, cycling and horse riding. Also plunge pools and swimming opportunities are all around in the moorland rivers.
The main North Devon beaches of Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe within a 30 minute drive, ideal for surfing or just for topping up your tan or relaxing by the waves. The coast around Combe Martin is a paradise for kayaking and kayak hire is available.
Other local attractions to try:
- Heddon Valley and Watersmeet - both beautiful places to walk.
- Fishing at Wistland Pound Reservoir, Blakewell Fisheries and Bratton Water.
- Broomhill Sculpture Gardens (10 minute drive)
- Cycle hire from Barnstaple to explore Tarka Trail
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