Wray Valley Camping
Newton Abbot, Devon
Wray Valley Camping is a small, almost wild, tent-only campsite where you can explore the charming woodland and the small river which run through the grounds. The meadow and woodland pitches are perfect for those wanting to get back to basics. Situated in Dartmoor National Park and with direct access to the Wray Valley Trail, it is a great location for keen walkers - evenings can also be enjoyed around the campfire toasting marshmallows!
A family-friendly small campsite with a charming woodland and river to explore
Located in Dartmoor National Park and with direct access to the Wray Valley Trail
Enjoy nature with almost wild camping pitches and nights by the campfire
About Wray Valley Camping
This tent-only site is set in the beautiful Wray Valley within the Dartmoor National Park, midway between the picturesque village of Lustleigh and Moretonhampstead. There is direct access to the Wray Valley Trail via a small footbridge although the river is easily forded in the summer. The Hay Meadow camping field slopes down from the car park to the river. Camping in the Hay Meadow is on terraced pitches separated from each other by wide biodiversity corridors. Camping on the nearly wild pitches is on a flat area in the woodland with the river nearby. The site is also situated on the Dartmoor Way cycle route and is a frequent stop for those attempting Lands End to John O'Groats by bike. Wonderfully located in the middle of Devon, you can enjoy access to the A38 and the A30, great for exploring the whole county. Campfires and BBQs are encouraged and wood-fired pizza evenings are run on dry days in the summer. Due to the sloping nature of the site, motorised vehicles on the pitches are not allowed. Dogs are permitted but must be kept under control at all times so as not to disturb the wildlife and other campers.
Open all year round for members of the Nearly Wild Camping Club and organisations with their own camping exemption certificates, e.g. Scouts. The site also has a pop up campsite in the summer.
Site facilities include a toilet and shower block, compost toilet, and drinking water from a borehole which is filtered and UV treated on site. There is also a campers kitchen with a kettle, microwave and washing up area.
The nearest pubs and shops, including The Cleave Inn, are five minutes away in Moretonhampstead and Lustleigh. The Wray Valley Trail provides off-road access to both. Bike hire is available nearby.
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
5 x Hay Meadow Tent Pitches
Max 6 people
Large tent-only terraced pitches in a wild flower meadow. Cars must be left in the car park due to the sloping nature of the access. Each pitch is separated by wide biodiversity corridors.
3 x Small Nearly Wild Tent Pitches
Max 3 people
Smaller nearly wild pitch located in the woods, suitable for tents only.
2 x Large Nearly Wild Tent Pitches
Max 6 people
A wilder more secluded large pitch located in the woods, suitable for tents only.
Hammock
Max 2 people
Pick your spot to set up your hammock somewhere in the woodland.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at Wray Valley Camping?
Call 01647 277715 to book.
Unfortunately Wray Valley Camping doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Site rules and policies
Dogs must be kept under close supervision at all times.
Things to do on site and in the Newton Abbot area
Being located in Dartmoor National Park, and with direct access to the Wray Valley Trail, this is a prime location for been walkers and cyclists with a huge range of trails and paths for you to explore.
For something a little different, the Babbacombe Model Village (35 minutes) makes for a great morning or afternoon out. With a charming miniature world, picturesque gardens and crazy golf, it is fun for everyone.
For those warmer days, you will also be spoilt for choice when it comes to beaches. Head to Teignmouth Beach, just 30 minutes away, and enjoy chilling out on the sandy shores or taking a stroll down the 19th century pier. Other nearby beaches include Maidencombe Beach (35 minutes), Teignmouth Back Beach (35 minutes) and Dawlish Warren Beach (45 minutes).
Other nearby attractions include:
- Haytor Rocks Dartmoor (15 minutes)
- Stover Country Park (15 minutes)
- Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary (25 minutes)
- Bygones (35 minutes)
- Babbacombe Cliff Railway (35 minutes)
Interested in staying at Wray Valley Camping?
Call 01647 277715 to book.
Unfortunately Wray Valley Camping doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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