Bimble around Wimbleball for some staggering views of this lake cradled by the Exmoor hills.
The extensive shoreline, secluded inlets, and shimmering waters stuffed with fat rainbow trout mean that Wimbleball Lake Campsite is a fisherman’s fairyland. In recent seasons, rod averages have topped four fish per angler, with the site record for rainbow trout standing at 12lb 13oz (competitive anglers will wish to note that Wimbleball is registered as a Trout Master fishery). Only fly fishing is permitted, but there is the option to fish from both boats and banks (the necessary rod licences are available on site).
On top of the great fishing, the lake offers an excellent range of watersports (sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and rowing). There are well-designed trails for cyclists and walkers, and a playground to keep the children occupied while you polish off a dreamy cream tea in the café.
Wimbleball takes its green credentials very seriously (it has a gold award from the Green Business Tourism Scheme) and does some important conservation work, so the birdwatching and wildlife spotting here is excellent. Campers get the chance to see some of the nocturnal residents too, such as the long-eared brown bats.
Nearby attractions and activities
As well as the wild wonders of Exmoor on your doorstep, the campsite is not too far from the alluring beaches and seaside villages of the North Devon coast. A scenic 45-minute drive across the moors will bring you to the sister villages of Lynton and Lynmouth, where you can catch the unique Victorian funicular railway down the plunging cliffs.
Foodies will enjoy the gourmet shops and market in Barnstaple, or head an hour south to the pretty city of Exeter to check out its cathedral and underground passages dating back to medieval times.
Attractions near Wimbleball Lake Campsite
Must see
- Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (15.0 miles)
- The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens (19.0 miles)
- Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter (23.8 miles)
National Trust
- Dunster Working Watermill (8.1 miles)
- Dunster Castle (8.1 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Activities near Wimbleball Lake Campsite
Wimbleball Lake - Haddon Hill - Wimbleball lake (0.1 miles) Walking
Haddon Hill - Bury - Wimbleball Dam - Haddon Hill (1.3 miles) Walking
Withypool - Tarr Steps - Knaplock (8.0 miles) Walking
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wkend break susu69 (Young couple, 2 reviews, 4 photos)
Liked: The tidiness of the site Disliked: the lighting up by the showers and toilets at night.only came on once close to the block. |
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our stay with you susu69 (With friends, 2 reviews, 4 photos)
Liked: the lovely views and walk around the lake such a beautitful place to stay if want the quite side of camping. Disliked: Didn't like that it was dark walking up to the toilets and lighting coming on once in the shower rooms and toilet. |
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a truly amazing place, stunning view and definitely a must for the future!!!!!!!! Sarah G. (Family with young children, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Fantastic place to camp - maybe a few more larger signposts as friends couldn't find it in the dark. Staff were brilliant - we had to call the AA and they were just amazing. Fishing really good and the play area superb - definitely a must for the summer and nicer weather!!!! Disliked: slightly bumpy ground and numbers need to be redone for a lot of the pitches. |
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Great location for a great price! Craig M. (Young couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: The location was beautiful! A perfect escape to the country Disliked: The ladies bathroom light did not work - we reported this. |
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Location. location, location!!! Relaxed campers and staff Jan B. (With friends, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: The relaxed atmosphere. The friendly and helpful staff - everyone we met and spoke to on the phone. The lake!! The walks, canoeing on the lake. The lack of light polution. The peace and quiet. Disliked: Nothing |
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Liked: Toilet/Shower Facilities Disliked: Weather!! |
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Liked: Nice location Disliked: Disgusting overflowing refuse bins |
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if you're looking for a watersports based activity centre, this is a great location David Palmer G. (Family with young children, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Great pitch, soft, stone free grass. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Good, calm, enthusiastic tuition. More toilets and showers than advertised as can use the toilets and showers at the activity centre 24/7. Disliked: Rain. Tent leaked. But compensated by wetsuits included with boat hire and brilliantly warm showers. |
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Wet weekend in Wimbleball Lake David W. (Mature couple, 1 review, 0 photos) Confirmed ?
Liked: Compactness of the site and the peace & quiet. Great toilets and showers! Challenging 1.5 mile walk to the George Inn at Dulverton - lovely pub with great atmosphere, beer and food! Disliked: Distance from our tent to the toilet block. Leaving early due to unseasonably wet weather! Never got to walk around the lake. |
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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
Disabled facilities
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Touring and motorhomes
Electrical hook-up points for tourers
Hard standings
Seasonal pitches
Rules
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Themes
Lake and/or mountain
Peaceful
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Watersports nearby
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Public transport nearby
Type
Small (11-25 pitches)
Ordnance Survey maps (GB and Northern Ireland only) are available at lower levels via the drop-down menu.
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Dunster: Dunster Steep Bus Stop — 8.6mi
Williton: The Egremont Coach Stop — 9.5mi
Minehead: Parade Coach Stop — 9.7mi
- Train stations
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Tiverton Parkway Rail Station — 11.5mi
Bishop's Lydeard — 12.4mi
Taunton Rail Station — 16.6mi
- Ferry ports
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Minehead Harbour — 10.3mi
Bridgwater Ferry Terminal — 21.8mi
Barry Waterfront Ferry Terminal — 24.7mi
- Airports
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Exeter International Airport — 23.3mi
Cardiff International Airport — 23.8mi
Directions
Near Dulverton, sat nav: TA22 9NW.
From Tiverton, take the A396, follow brown tourism signs from the Exeter Inn roundabout to Bampton & then Wimbleball.
From Dunster, take the A396 towards Dulverton; follow brown signs at Machine Cross, and then the B3190 towards Bampton. The turning for Wimbleball is signed from this road.
Permitted arrival time
12 noon
Cancellation policy
Any cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before due arrival.
Please note that your deposit paid to Pitchup.com is non-refundable.
Payment of balance
Balance to be paid on arrival.
Cards accepted on the park
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditionsCheck availability at Wimbleball Lake Campsite…
Standard grass pitch without electric, around 5m wide by 9m long. The pitches have more then enough room for awnings and gazebos are welcome.
Max. persons: unlimited
Unfortunately we have been trying to set up a new waste and re-cycling collection and have been badly let down by the company who promised over a month ago to bring us more bins and do our collections more frequently. I am working hard on chasing them for a response and over the weekend our staff did their best to empty bins in the camping field, bagging up waste to keep it tidy. Exmoor Area Manager