South Ford Farm Camping

From £15 For 1 night, 4 adults 10 39 reviews
View down toward camping area (added by manager 14 Jul 2021)
Small campervans are welcome (added by manager 14 jul 2021)
Photo of the campsite area looking toward the river and pond (added by manager 25 jun 2021)
Our pitch (added by alyx_b203724 25 jun 2023)

  • Riverside campsite on a Devon farm, 25 minutes' drive from Barnstaple
  • A 20-minute drive from Exmoor National Park; 50 minutes to Croyde Bay
  • Dog-friendly, no-frills camping with river views and grazing sheep
South Ford Farm Camping is a small, family-run site in north Devon, set peacefully alongside a river. Here you can get far, far away from the rat race to watch sheep grazing in the fields, paddle in the river and enjoy the sunset along with your evening barbecue (available to hire on site; wood and firepits also available). On clear nights, just lie back and watch the Milky Way twinkling far above. Watersports enthusiasts, this is a great base for you. The farm is a 50-minute drive from some of Devon’s most popular surfing beaches, including Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay and Woolacombe. You can explore the wild moorland of Exmoor National Park on foot, horseback or bike, and if the weather’s not co-operating for you, treat the kids to the indoor pool and climbing wall in South Molton, or give beekeeping a go at Quince Honey Farm. A 10-minute drive away, South Molton is your nearest town. Here you can pick up bits in the supermarket or root around artisan food stalls at the Pannier Market (every Thursday and Saturday). For big shopping trips (and restaurants serving all kinds of food) Barnstaple (25 minutes) is your best bet. This is a laidback, simple site with a handful of amenities, including a shower block, washing-up station and recycling facilities. Dogs are welcome, but please, not at pitches by the river.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 3
Tent pitches 12
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open now
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 28 Mar to

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

A very nice site and would definitely recommend.

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: Quiet, clean facilities, friendly owners, pitches well spaced.

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A must visit

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Sarah K. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Most fabulous campsite we have ever stayed at, the locations and site in general is beautiful and very well put together. Even when camping we felt like we had our own little site during to the way the grass is cut so everyone has there own little section Brilliant facilities very clean, lo ley little river area with sand pit and dammed off pool for the kids to play safely and a big communal tent that was a life saver from the rain and son. The hosts couldn't have been more friendly and helpful and we would 100% recommend this site to anyone it is a not to miss 5*

Disliked: Absolutely nothing

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Owner was extremely helpful. The ground were a great mix of wild…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Zoe W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: Owner was extremely helpful. The ground were a great mix of wild and well kept areas for your pitch . Nicely spaced out .

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Absolutely brilliant campsite. We booked last minute and arrived after 8pm. The…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Lauren S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: Absolutely brilliant campsite. We booked last minute and arrived after 8pm. The host chap was brilliant and couldn’t do more to help. The grounds were kept impeccably. Loved the grass tracks and the river beach. Toilets and showers were also great- authentic but practical. Definitely would return.

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Fantastic camp site which offer a lot for your money. Highly recommend

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 8
Brett J. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: We loved the peaceful destination in which we stayed. They offer Basic but modernised facilities which was a lovely addition to this campsite. They go above & beyond to ensure your trip is as pleasant as possible & offer some fantastic free activities to enjoy. The beach area was a great hit with the kids as they spent a lot of their down time enjoying this area. There was also a Dry area in place which was like a teepee tenant which offered board games to be played with a benched area to sit & enjoy the space.

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A wonderful stay and would definitely recommend the site

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Karina G. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: We loved everything about the site it was clean and tidy and well laid out with stunning views. The pitches were spacious and on hardcore so easy to get the camper van in and out. The owner was welcoming and a wonderful host. Family friendly with a little stream and a man made beach and sand pit small enough for kids to roam around with no issues. Thank you for a great stay and we will definitely be back.

Disliked: Nothing

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Superb campsite

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Bogdan I. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Everything - beautiful surroundings , a small river nearby , excellent facilities , Chris is a very kind, helpful and friendly host . Will book again

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Excellent campsite for the children to run around and play games.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Absolutely loved this campsite! Amazing setting and views with a little stream at the bottom for the children to play in. The owners have provided the campsite with lovely little touches, such as a communal tent to go in if the weather is wet, with board games for the children or adults! The showers and flushing toilets are well looked after and clean. Very friendly owners and me and my son loved staying here! Would definitely recommend to friends and family.

Disliked: Nothing we loved everything about the campsite.

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Small campsite, paddling in the stream. Clean toilets and facilities. Beautiful setting…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: Small campsite, paddling in the stream. Clean toilets and facilities. Beautiful setting close to local town. Nothing to fault can highly recommend

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything really. Lovely tranquil ,natural setting. Pitches varied and not close…

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 6
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Clay S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass and gravel motorhome pitch

Liked: Everything really. Lovely tranquil ,natural setting. Pitches varied and not close together, lots of space. Chris, the owner, was on site regularly through the day, helpful and charming .

Disliked: Nothing significant enough to write about

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby

Cycling nearby

Golf nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Leisure/theme park nearby

Restaurant nearby

Location

South Ford Farm Camping

Exeter Road

South Molton

Devon

England

EX36 4HX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.0023°N
-3.88213°W

Route directions

If you are coming from South Molton, the site is just past the village sign for Clapworthy Mill on the right hand-side before the Farm House.

Nearest transport

Coach
2.3 mi The Square
2.3 mi The Square
9.3 mi Bus Station
Rail
4.3 mi Portsmouth Arms Rail Station
4.4 mi Umberleigh Rail Station
4.7 mi Kings Nympton Rail Station
Ferry
13.5 mi Instow Ferry Landing
13.9 mi Appledore Ferry Landing
14.1 mi Bideford Ferry Landing
Airport
27.7 mi Exeter International Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Quince Honey Farm: 10 minutes' drive - South Molton: 10 minutes - Exmoor National Park: 20 minutes - Exmoor Zoo: 25 minutes - Castle Hill Gardens: 30 minutes - Saunton Sands: 45 minutes - Croyde Bay: 50 minutes - Woolacombe: 50 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Westward Ho! 15.7 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Combe Martin 15.7 mi Sea Poor Poor Poor Poor
Lynmouth 16 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Saunton Sands 16.8 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Ilfracombe Hele 17.2 mi Sea N/A Good Good Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 11.8 mi

Castle Drogo 21.4 mi

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 23.6 mi

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 24.7 mi

Crealy Great Adventure Park 28.8 mi

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 10.8 mi

Heddon Valley 14.9 mi

Watersmeet 15.6 mi

Knightshayes Court 18.2 mi

Finch Foundry 18.9 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

CASTLE HILL 2.9 mi

KING'S NYMPTON PARK 3.3 mi

Eggesford Station - Eggesford Barton - Nethercott - Eggesford Station 7.9 mi

YOULSTON PARK 9.9 mi

ARLINGTON COURT 10.7 mi

Local events

  • GoldCoast Oceanfest (Friday 21 June 2024 – Friday 21 June 2024)

    Croyde, Devon 17.8 mi

  • Beautiful Days (Friday 16 August 2024 – Friday 16 August 2024)

    Ottery St Mary, Devon 29.7 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Want to know more about camping in Devon?

  • Does South Ford Farm Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is South Ford Farm Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near South Ford Farm Camping? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Quince Honey Farm: 10 minutes' drive - South Molton: 10 minutes - Exmoor National Park: 20 minutes - Exmoor Zoo: 25 minutes - Castle Hill Gardens: … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of South Ford Farm Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at South Ford Farm Camping? From £15 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.