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Ilfracombe, Devon

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Strawfields is a small, friendly campsite in a fabulous location close to the surfing beaches of Woolacombe, Saunton and Croyde. Exmoor National Park, Ilfracombe and Lynton are also within easy reach, making this a perfect location for walkers, cyclists and families - a great place for children to roam and have an adventure. This is a natural, rustic campsite with characterful shepherd's huts and yurts. Campfires welcome.

Rural location just a short drive from Exmoor National Park

Wonderful range of Shepherd's Huts with campfires, outdoor dining and pond views

Just minutes away from the surfing beach of Woolacombe and the swimming coves in Ilfracombe!

About Strawfields

Strawfields is an eight acre rustic and charming campsite with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in a fantastic location. Snuggled in beautiful North Devon countryside, the site is only a few minutes drive from the sea for those that want to surf or explore the wonderful local beaches. It offers a back to nature style of camping and glamping. The micro campsite has just six large pitches, with fire pits available to hire to enjoy your very own campfire. Crafted by local carpenters, the shepherd's huts are both unique and quirky, with bespoke handcrafted beds, covered seating areas and wood burners to keep you toasty. The shepherd's huts give you all the joys of camping with the added luxuries of a comfy bed with duvet and a wood burner. All the huts have their own hot showers and wee shack, roll down canvas awnings, hammocks, solar lights, USB sockets and campfire tripod with grill and frying pans, and cooking utensils. For adults only, there are two lovely huts, The Hut and Lily Pad. Both offer a small and cosy space - a great hideaway for couples or peaceful hidden retreat for solo travellers. Bring a good book and truly switch off and relax. There's even a wood-burner to keep you warm inside and a fire pit to cook outside. This is a safe space for solo travellers, a romantic relaxing quiet place for couples and a family friendly fun area for children to play. Sit back and relax in your hammock in your own private space, read a book while the children enjoy playing in the wonderful space around you. There are no cars allowed on site and the area is fenced to keep everyone safe. If you are looking for a quiet campsite in a beautiful setting, close to the sea and enjoy sitting around a campfire toasting marshmallows, Strawfields could be just the place for you! Sorry no dogs allowed on the campsite nor in the huts to protect the natural wildlife and animals on site.

Strawfields is open from 17/05 to 25/08.


Facilities and amenities

Natural rustic facilities include a wooden block with hot showers and flushing loos. There's not any electricity in the camping field, but guests are able to charge mobile phones at the farmhouse, and use facilities to freeze ice blocks.

The huts have USB sockets and private hot showers. Cars are parked at the entrance, where you will find wheelbarrows available to transport tents and camping gear to your pitch. Pop up pizza nights in the school holidays.

A public footpath running directly behind the site takes you across the fields to the local village of West Down, which boasts a well stocked community village shop and a great local pub (around a one mile walk across fields).

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Near beach

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A note from the site themselves...

We are the Straw family, your hosts here at Strawfields. Back in 2014, we'd been dreaming of making the move to Devon for ages. Finally, that summer, we decided to turn that dream into a reality. So, we waved goodbye to Hook Norton in Oxfordshire, but not before soaking up the annual Beer Festival - we couldn't leave 'Hooky' without that!

The very next day, we sadly said our farewells to all our wonderful friends, crammed ourselves, and everything (yes, including the kitchen sink) into the car. For the first couple of months, we embraced a nomadic lifestyle, living it up in our trusty old bell tent. We roamed all over Devon, Cornwall, Wales, and even hopped across the channel to France.

But, as the school term loomed, it was time to find a more permanent home and start a new chapter in our lives. We kicked things off by renting a place in Braunton for the first six months. Then, we stumbled upon West Stowford Barton - an absolute gem. That's where Strawfields was born.

So, here we are, ready to share our little slice of paradise with fellow adventurers like you. We can't wait to welcome you to our camping spot in North Devon. It's been quite the journey, and we're thrilled to have you along for the ride. Cheers to new friends and unforgettable moments around the fire pit!


Map and address

Park address

Strawfields,

Titching Park Lane, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8PJ

Coordinates

51.1643, -4.0960 | SS 53 42

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Strawfields is ideal for...

Couples

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 11 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Non Electric Grass Pitches at Strawfields

6 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 5 people

Large non electric grass pitches, separated by long grass with apple trees. Suitable for tents only.


The Lily Pad at Strawfields

The Lily Pad

Max 2 people

A rustic adults only shepherd's hut equipped with a double bed, private shower, wood burner, electric, a well-equipped kitchenette and outdoor fire pit. Access to shared toilets nearby.

The Cabin at Strawfields

The Cabin

Max 5 people

A unique and cosy handcrafted hut sleeping up to five. A furnished double bedroom, sofa bed and small pullout bed are included, as is a furnished outdoor kitchen area and fire pit for a dutch oven or BBQ. A private outdoor shower and bathroom is included.


Strawfields reviews

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4 reviews
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A beautiful and well maintained campsite in stunning North Devon

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2023

Can't fault this campsite. Would definitely recommend.

Amazing place to stay

Christabell C

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Small Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesJun 2023

Perfect place to stay - great location. Quiet clean. Animals, pizza nights and fantastic breakfast. Good toilets and showers.

Days in the sun

Matthew W

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Shepherd's Hut - The NookJul 2022

My dad and I had a great time staying in 'Lily Pad'. Lovely rural setting within easy reach to visit other areas of Devon. I'll be back.

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FAQ

Check-in for the campsite tent pitches is from 2pm to 9pm, and check out in by 11am please. For the glamping accommodation options, you can check-in between 4pm and 9pm and check out is by 10am.

Unfortunately no dogs are allowed in the camping field, huts or yurts, unless they are guide or support dogs.

BBQs are allowed, provided they are gas and over 50cm from the ground. You can also hire fire pits on site which have a grill rack available. All fires must be extinguished before going to bed and have a bucket of water kept next to them. Sorry, you cannot bring your ow fire pit and no disposable BBQs are allowed.

Unfortunately the site does not allow large group bookings. There is a maximum of two pitches, glamping tents, yurts or huts allowed per group.

The Café Barn will be open during the camping season, but it is not guaranteed it will be open everyday due to it being a small site. It is usually open for breakfasts Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.

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At Strawfields, you'll find the best of both worlds, lots of space to play, streams to explore, and adventures to be had, whilst only being minutes drive from the wonderful North Devon coastline.

Hidden among the trees you will find secret tunnels, slides, climbing nets and a large grass area for ball games. There are lots of friendly animals that you are welcome to come and meet, including ponies, pigs, goats, ducks, free range chickens, sheep and beautiful alpacas.

North Devon has so much to offer, breathtaking scenery and a plethora of activities for all ages and abilities. You will love discovering the local area, whatever the weather.

There is much to see and do, including four wonderful golden sandy beaches, Woolacombe along with many coves and rock pooling beaches. It is a great place for walking, sand castle building, body boarding, kayaking, surfing, SUP, dune sledging, horse riding, biking, quad biking and coasteering. Close by the Tarka trail offers a family friendly bike riding route.

Why not try exploring beaches, walking the coastal path and browsing local family friendly attractions. Nearby, you'll also find:

  • Ultimate Adventure Centre
  • The Milky Way
  • The Big Sheep
  • Exmoor Zoo
  • Watermouth Castle
  • Ilfracombe Tunnel Beaches
  • Marwood Gardens
  • Ilfracombe Aquarium
  • Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park
The listing for Strawfields was last updated on April 28th, 2024 at 6:33 AM

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