Higher Cheristow Farm Camping is a no frills, small adult-only campsite on an organic working beef farm, with wonderful views of the countryside. Restricted to 18 people for a quiet time, it is a perfect base for exploring the South West Coast Path. The farm is a haven for wildlife and wildflowers. If you want to get away from everything, this is the place to come to. The farm is off the beaten track approached by traditional Devon lanes.
No frills, very small, adult-only camping on a beautiful organic beef farm with far reaching views
A haven for wildlife, fauna and flora, traditionally farmed with nature and biodynamic principles
Easy reach of the South West Coastal Path, Hartland Quay, Bideford and Bude
About Higher Cheristow Farm Camping
No traffic, no motorways, no amusement arcades, and no entertainment. Just cows, countryside, and a few ducks. The site has extensive views over the countryside, making it an ideal spot for sitting back and enjoying your morning coffee.
With a maximum of five caravans or motorhomes that can stay at one time, this site endeavours to limit guests to a total of 18 people, ensuring you have a peaceful, stress free holiday. With the added bonus of being an adult only, no children to wake you up early in the morning, or play football against the van.
There are a total of two grass tent pitches, along with three grass touring pitches. Tourers also have the option of two hardstanding pitches, with each welcoming up to two guests.
The site is perfect for no frills, back-to-nature camping. Get away from the city and chill out, bring your guitar and surfboard.
BBQs and firepits are welcome, but not directly on the ground. Dogs are also allowed, with up to two per pitch.
A torch is essential as there is not street lighting. On a clear night the sky is full of stars and the moon shining brightly. Amazing for star gazing and being at peace with the world.
The site is open between 23rd June and 11th August then again between 18th August and 8th September.
Facilities and amenities
The facilities are basic, clean and functional, and comprise a kitchenette, two showers and two toilets all made from upcycled materials. The kitchenette has a with sink, kettle, microwave, communal fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. There is also a hair drier, mirror, sockets and recycling facilities.
The facilities are accessed via the farmyard, which can get muddy if it is raining. Please bring suitable foot ware. Fire extinguishers and first aid facilities available.
Hartland Quay has a lovely pub about a ten minute drive away. There is also a fish and chip shop, pub, coffee shop and post office in the village two miles away. The village is 25 minutes' walk through the beautiful countryside. Walking boots are advisable.
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
A note from the site themselves...
We are passionate about farming in a traditional way without the use of pesticides or artificial fertilisers. Our cattle are Pasture for Life certified, and live a natural stress free life. They have access to herb rich pastures and lots of care and attention. Our hedges are brimming with nature, and the birdsong is amazing.
We use biodynamic preparations, homemade bioferments and homeopathy for both the 350 acres and the animals we care for.
We would be delighted for you to come and enjoy part of our lovely farm, which is haphazard and informal, but full of life, love and compassion.
Large, spacious grass pitches measuring 12m x 12m. Set in 3/4 acre paddock with optional 16 amp electric by meter reading. Suitable for tents only.
3 x Grass Touring Pitches (Optional Electric)
Max 2 people
Large, spacious grass pitches measuring 12m x 12m. Set in 3/4 acre paddock known as Lower Meadow, for caravans, motorhomes or campervans with optional 16 amp electric by meter reading.
2 x Hardstanding Pitches (Optional Electric)
Max 2 people
Large, spacious gently sloping hardstanding pitches measuring 10m x 10m. Set in 3/4 acre paddock known as Lower Meadow, with optional 16 amp electric by meter reading. Suitable for caravans, campervans and motorhomes.
Small, quiet site within typical Devon countryside.
Facilities basic but kept immaculately clean, with nice additions of toaster and fridge for use. Showers spacious and water hot. Our pitch was level with thick grass and space around us.
Everyone made welcome and owner visible, checking all was ok morning and evening.
Walked from the site on footpaths to Hartland and Hartland Abbey. Cycled along the quiet lanes.
Site was so tiny and wonderful. A little gem, hosts so friendly and helpful.
Great big pitch, facilities wonderful and clean. The only shower and loo block I have used that has a duck excluder! Quiet lanes for a stroll with the dog in to Hartland or out to the coast path.
Hope to be back.
Site's response
Thank you for your kind review. Wishing you health and happiness.
SImply superb
Recommends site
Angela O
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Jul 2023
Higher Cheristow Campsite is an absolute gem. Welcoming owners and farmers Shelly and Eric really go the extra mile to help make your stay the best it can be.
We stayed for a week when I'd just heard I'd need to sit some online recruitment tests and had thought I'd need to return home to sit them. But there was no need! Shelly and Eric not only let me use their furnished barn - complete with tea-making kit - but they also changed their work schedule so I wouldn't be disturbed by them moving their cattle during the test itself! I really couldn't have asked for a more supportive and helpful response than they gave me. A thousand thanks!!
The campsite is idyllic, with views over the village of Hartland and the best wifi you could imagine, the pitches are generous and quiet. You can hire a fire pit, but we chose not to as the wind was quite strong during our stay.
The facilities are welcoming and extremely practical. 2 individual washrooms and 2 shower rooms give plenty of space for you to wash, dry and spruce yourself up. In the lobby outside you'll find a kettle, toaster, fridges, cups and teabags with helpful mirrors on the walls and a table which seats 2 - so if you're a cyclist, you can really travel light. A radio plays classic FM in the background, creating a welcoming atmosphere too.
The farm and campsite are run on eco-friendly, sustainable, organic standards and the meat which they produce is, quite literally, the best quality and flavour I've ever tasted. I'm booking a meat box to be delivered when I've finished this review. Local honey is also on sale outside the campsite.
There are animals on the farm - cattle, rare breed Soay sheep, cats and ducks. There's also a little wooden barrier to step over into the washrooms so that the ducks don't join you, Shelly and Eric have thought of it all.
If you're looking for a peaceful, welcoming campsite which offers you privacy and amazing views with attentive, kind and generous hosts, you need to visit Higher Cheristow. It's simply our favourite UK campsite.
Site's response
Wow, what a lovely comprehensive review.
The farm is a place for peace and harmony. Our animals enjoy munching the lovely herbal leys, living a stress free natural life. We hope that campers feel the wonderful vibes during their stay.
The amenities block is ideal for campers who want to use a toaster, microwave, fridge or hairdryer. Someone was in the amenities block yesterday morning enjoying their breakfast using the table and couple of chairs to sit at. There are also books to borrow.
I do hope your job interview is successful, and hope to see you again soon!
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What time is check-in and check-out at Higher Cheristow Camping?
Check-in is available from 3pm until 9pm. Check-out is due before 10:30am on your last day.
Is Higher Cheristow Farm Camping dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are welcome to join you at Higher Cheristow Farm Camping. These are limited to two per pitch and all dogs must be supervised at all times. Please note, there are seven farm cats.
Does Higher Cheristow Farm Camping allow BBQs and campfires?
Yes! Barbeques and campfires are allowed providing they are off the ground.
What amp is the electric hook up at Higher Cheristow Farm Camping?
The pitches come with optional 16 amp electric. Electric is metered on site and is payable by cash on departure.
Does Higher Cheristow Farm Camping allow awnings, gazebos and pup tents?
Awnings are permitted, free of charge. Pup tents and gazebos are not allowed on site.
Things to do on site and in the Hartland area
This location is perfect for walkers and those who just need a rest!
Enjoy the countryside!
Hartland Abbey is just down the road, and the stunning Coastal Path is nearby.
Hartland Quay with its amazing views of the Devon coastline, and traditional pub is a short drive away.
The listing for Higher Cheristow Farm Camping was last updated on April 11th, 2024 at 1:07 PM