Bales Ash Campsite
Bales Ash Campsite
4.82 /5
Countryside retreat Bales Ash Campsite is ideally located above the Taw Valley with views that stretch towards Exmoor National Park. There are grass pitches for campers and camper vans, some of which have electric and/or private toilets. There is also a selection of quirky glamping options to choose from. A great base for exploring the Devon countryside, just 30 minutes from beaches and national parks with the Tarka Trail nearby!
30 minutes to North Devon beaches such as Westward Ho, or Exmoor/Dartmoor National Parks
Relaxed and quirky rural campsite with generous pitches and space to play for families and dogs
Campfires, dark skies, home made cakes, great showers and environmentally friendly
About Bales Ash Campsite
A relaxed and quirky family and dog friendly campsite that has plenty of space for all to relax and feel at home, with stretching countryside views toward Exmoor National Park just 30 minutes away. The amazing sunsets in the small field and endless dark starry skies make it a beautiful place to be and fire pits can be hired onsite for essential marshmallow toasting! Campers and tourers can choose from four different types of grass pitches. There are 12 non electric pitches, one non electric pitch with a private toilet, nine electric pitches and nine electric pitches with private toilet facilities (these can be either a compost loo or portable toilet). Private toilet pitches accommodate up to six guests, while all other pitches accommodate up to eight. Pitches are extremely spacious with room for pup tents and gazebos. For those wanting something a little extra, opt for one of the four glamping options: AnnaBelle 5m bell tent, The Shepherds Hut, The Beech Hut cabin or The Horse Box - a converted truck. Bedding and towels are not provided but guests are able to hire these from the site and have it all made up ready. AnnaBelle the 5m bell tent can sleep up to five people on a comfy double plus two single beds, with a 5th super comfy thermorest for the fifth guest. Boho style throughout, you'll also have your own camp kitchen tent adjacent to your bell tent complete with a fire pit, BBQ and camping chairs. The Shepherds Hut sleeps up to three people in a spacious king sized bed and a single sofa futon. There is a dining area and a well stocked kitchenette complete with a toaster, kettle, fridge, cooker, toaster, cooking utensils, crockery and a fabulous orange heater. Outside there's a great fenced garden with furniture, a fire pit and a BBQ. The Beech Hut cabin sleeps up to four in a double bed plus a double sofa bed and has its own funky compost loo in the well fenced private garden. There is a well planned kitchenette with a kettle, toaster, oven, microwave, and all crockery, utensils, and a comfy seating area. Outside you'll have your own seating and BBQ and fire pit with views in the small field towards the stunning sunsets. The Horse Box, a funky converted and painted truck box sleeps four people in two double beds, one of which is raised up over the cab with limited head space. There is also a well stocked kitchenette as well as a picnic table, fire pit and BBQ outside. A maximum of two dogs are allowed in the glamping units with up to four on any camping pitch. Campfires are allowed in the fire pits which can be hired onsite. Quality logs and kindling are sold onsite at competitive prices.
Camping and touring, and the bell tent are available 22nd May - 3rd September. All other glamping is available all year.
Facilities onsite include toilets, three hot showers powered by solar panels, cold water outdoor sinks, a laundrette, ice pack freezing, WiFi and charging facilities.
There is also an onsite tuck shop and café serving food basics, cakes and cream teas, with vegan and gluten free options also available.
High Bickington Community Shop is just a mile away, as well as a couple of pubs The Old George Inn and the Golden Lion Inn.
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 38 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
12 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 8 people
Grass pitches without electric hook up suitable for tents, caravans and tourers. Max unit length 8m.
16 x Electric Grass Pitches
Max 8 people
Grass pitches with 16amp electric hook up suitable for tents, caravans and tourers. Max unit length 8m.
5 x Electric Grass Pitches (Private Toilets)
Max 6 people
Grass pitches with electric hook up with a private compost loo or portable toilet. Suitable for tents, caravans and tourers. Max unit length 8m.
Other accommodation
Non Electric Grass Pitch (Private Toilet)
Max 6 people
Grass pitch without electric hook up with a private compost loo or portable toilet. Suitable for tents, caravans and tourers. Max unit length 8m.
Shepherd's Hut
Max 3 people
Shepherd's hut complete with a king size bed and single sofa futon. Private eco toilet. Small kitchenette and dining area. Outdoor seating. Bedding and towels not included.
Beech Hut Cabin
Max 4 people
Cabin complete with a double bed and double sofa bed. Bedding and towels not included. Private compost loo. Small kitchenette and seating area as well as a private fenced outdoor space.
Converted Horse Box
Max 4 people
A converted horse box with two double beds, climb up the horseshoe steps above the main bed to reach the second bed, this has restricted headroom. Private eco loo. Small kitchenette and log burner. BBQ and outdoor seating. Bedding and towels not included.
4.82 /5
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Great but basic
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Derren G
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Loved the site and the staff were very helpful. Shower block and recycling facilities all clean and tidy. We booked a pitch with a 'private toilet', which was actually a portaloo. I have been to sites advertising private toilets before and you get a proper toilet but other than that, we had a wonderful time, despite the weather.
A lovely rural campsite
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Glen D
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A lovely, quiet campsite set in a rural location. Staff were really friendly and the facilities were generally good with large pitches. The only negative was the compost toilet, which I'm afraid didn't suit us. Other than that it was a lovely stay in the countryside.
Site's response
Ah, we're really sorry that you didn't like our funky compost separator toilets, they are so much better for the environment and they don't smell like the old fashioned ones because they are separators. Most people find they prefer them to portaloos but you can always book a private portaloo to be right next to your pitch should you ever want to return. Thanks for staying with us.
Perfect!
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Sarah C
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We booked the Shepherd's Hut as a last minute stayover with our 2 dogs and we are so glad we did. We were greeted upon arrival by Debbie, who showed us around the facilities and explained everything. Wood and firelighters were available to purchase, and there was a small shop, so we bought some fresh eggs. The hut was beautiful, really clean and welcoming and it had everything we needed. We paid extra to have the bedding made up, the bed was so comfortable - it was one of the best sleeps we have ever had. The site hadn't fully opened for the summer, so we had the whole field to ourselves, but even in high season I don't imagine it would feel crowded. The area is quite remote, the nearest shop was a 10 min drive and very expensive so I would take everything you need with you. Debbie recommended some pubs to us, but we didn't try them. We were lucky to have good weather so we used the barbeque and sat by the firepit all evening watching the stars and toasting marshmallows. We would definitely return to Bales Ash!
Site's response
We'd be very happy to have you back anytime. There are well priced supermarkets, local shops and pannier Markets in South Molton, Barnstaple and Torrington who will all deliver to the campsite.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Umberleigh area
The famous Tarka Trail is just short 25 minute drive away, a 180 mile walking and cycling route that is the perfect day out for those looking to explore Devon and see stunning countryside.
A 30 minute drive will take you to some of Devon's best swimming and surfing beaches including Saunton Sands, Croyde, Westward Ho!, Instow and Woolacombe
Other nearby activities:
- Halsdon Nature Reserve (15 minutes)
- Survival Paintball and Laser Games (15 minutes)
- Quince Honey Farm (25 minutes)
- The Milky Way Adventure Park (30 minutes)
- Tapeley Park (30 minutes)
- The Big Sheep (30 minutes)
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