Wild Camping at Emmetts on Exmoor
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- Off-grid wild camping at the highest farm on Exmoor
- A 20-minute drive to Exmoor Zoo; 25 minutes to the North Devon coast
- Free-range eggs and home-reared meat available to buy on site
Site type
3
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).
- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- 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.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
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Reviews
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We were completely alone, and really felt like we were wild camping.…
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)
Liked: We were completely alone, and really felt like we were wild camping. However, we still had access to a toilet and shower which was great. Instructions were good, and you can rent a fire pit and buy some firewood to keep warm at night. On a clear night, we had amazing views of the stars.
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Peaceful and clean environment.…
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Non-electric grass tent pitch (wild)
Liked: Peaceful and clean environment.
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Idyllic location but lacking in customer service.
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Liked: Amazing location with really nice views and walking routes, really quiet; exactly what we wanted. A town was 20 mins away which allowed us to stock up on food when needed.
Disliked: On arrival there was no one there, I walked around the farm and called the number on the conformation email 2/3 times to no avail. Luckily we saw a family just leaving who pointed us in the direction of the pitches but still unsure if we were in the right location. There was also no sign of the fresh eggs, sausages and bacon for sale as advertised and didn't know where the toilet/shower facilities were but we had our own provisions with us.
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From the manager: Dear Daniel, We send a very comprehensive email prior to your arrival which gives instructions and step by step photos on how to find the farm, where to park, how to get to your pitch, which pitch number you have been allocated and where to find the loo and the shower! The email explains that we operate the wild camping as a 'hands off' facility - with just four secluded pitches we obviously can't justify having a 'campsite manager' or similar, hence the information email. The email also tells you what to do if you would like to buy logs, sausages, eggs, etc - it's a self service system and stock of everything is kept in the wash room. Best wishes Shelley
Fantastic new facilities, great working farm estate setting
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Liked: Authentic Exmoor at its best - good communication from site and brand new bathroom facilities. Really enjoyed my stay and would definitely recommend to stay here!
Disliked: Nothing
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Tranquil and no people around…
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Liked: Tranquil and no people around
Disliked: Lack of facilities
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Liked: Nothing as site didn't look suitable to camp on. Pictures that were sent to us weren't the pitches we were offered on arrival.
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From the manager: We are very surprised to receive this review. These guests arrived, met us on arrival and we showed them to their pitch. This pitch is one of the photographs seen on our listing. We then received an email saying that they had left because of bricks and brambles. There are no bricks at the pitch location and no brambles. We are also surprised to see the individual ratings provided by this guest - the loo and shower facility is brand new and never used before so is immaculate!
Features
Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
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
Local produce
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
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
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
Pop-up campsite
Tiny (1-10 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Climbing nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Tennis nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Wild Camping at Emmetts on Exmoor
Emmetts Grange
Simonsbath
Somerset
England
TA24 7LD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
51.11821°N
-3.78407°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynmouth | 8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Porlock Weir | 9.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Combe Martin | 12.6 mi | Sea | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Ilfracombe Hele | 15 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Minehead Terminus | 15.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
RHS Garden Rosemoor 19.5 mi
The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 26.7 mi
Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 27.9 mi
Castle Drogo 29.2 mi
Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 29.5 mi
National Trust
Watersmeet 7.3 mi
Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 8.8 mi
Heddon Valley 9.2 mi
Holnicote Estate 11.3 mi
Dunster Working Watermill 15.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Simonsbath - Picked Stone - River Barle Valley - Simonsbath 2.1 mi
Withypool - Tarr Steps - Knaplock 5.8 mi
EXMOOR 6 mi
Hillsford Bridge - Watersmeet - Lynmouth - Hillsford Bridge 6.8 mi
CASTLE HILL 7.1 mi
Local events
- GoldCoast Oceanfest (Friday 21 June 2024 – Friday 21 June 2024)
Croyde, Devon 19.6 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 Somerset?
- Does Wild Camping at Emmetts on Exmoor have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Wild Camping at Emmetts on Exmoor dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Wild Camping at Emmetts on Exmoor? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Quince Honey Farm: 15 minutes' drive - Exmoor Zoo: 20 minutes - Lynton (for the cliff railway and coast path): 25 minutes - Combe Martin Wildlife … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Wild Camping at Emmetts on Exmoor?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m.