Rectory Farm Wild Camping

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Aerial view of the site
Aerial view of the site
View of the camping field, farm and the church spire
View from a walk towards the cliff
Field view
Grass pitches with bags of room
View of the camping field
On site tearooms garden
On site tearooms garden
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View of the camping field, farm and the church spire
View from a walk towards the cliff
Field view

  • Wild camping on an organic Cornish farm 20 minutes’ drive from Bude
  • The Milky Way Adventure Park and Clovelly both 20 minutes’ drive
  • Off-grid site five minutes’ walk from a pub; beach five minutes’ drive
Wild camping in Cornwall tick all the boxes for you? Set yourself up at Rectory Farm Wild Camping, a pop-up site set in a spacious and nicely level field on an organic farm within easy walking distance of the Atlantic coastline. Sandymouth Bay Beach (lifeguarded in summer) is five minutes’ drive away for days rookpooling and splashing about in the sea, and Bude (20 minutes) has lots of shops and cafés as well as a natural tidal swimming pool. Your four-legged friends are welcome to join your adventures, with plenty of walking options to suit all levels of ability. The South West Coast Path is a mere five minutes’ stroll away, and there are shorter circular rambles accessed directly from the camping meadow, taking in a handsome church and the eccentric Hawker’s Hut, both about 10 minutes away on foot. It’s even quicker to walk to the local pub (less than five minutes), and the Rectory Farm Tea Rooms are steps away from the pitches. Simple facilities include portable toilets, a hot shower and a drinking water supply; as the site is off grid it's a good idea to come prepared with torches and banks of batteries.

Site type

Tent pitches 20
Motorhome pitches 20
Open now
Opens 4 July
Please note

Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Dogs

  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

General

  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Occupancy

  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Reception

  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat 4 Jul to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs
Dogs allowed

Reviews

9.7

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100% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a peaceful, spacious campsite in a superb location, praised for its lovely views and proximity to the coast path, a pub, and tea rooms. Facilities, including toilets and a standpipe, are generally described as clean and adequate for a "back to basics" camping experience. A hot shower is noted as a welcome addition by some. Some reviews suggest the addition of more portaloos and a water tap at the top of the field would be beneficial.

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Pretty and peaceful and amazing views…

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Ben C. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Pretty and peaceful and amazing views

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely spot to camp during SWCP…

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James W. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely spot to camp during SWCP hike. Easy access and well located by the pub and tearooms. Toilets and shower were basic but did the job and were clean. Would come back!

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A basic but really lovely, quiet…

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Emma W. 1 review

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked A basic but really lovely, quiet campsite. Stunning area, great pub, will definitely be coming back. Thanks

Disliked Nothing

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Large well kept field, very peaceful…

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Emma S. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Large well kept field, very peaceful location! There was only us and another campervan there when we stayed.
Clean toilets and a hot shower was really welcome.
Added bonus of lovely tea rooms a stones throw away as well as the church and coastal path.
The Bush Inn is a few yards away too which is great for an evening meal and pint with a sea view.
We would definitely stay again.

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Perfect spot for a peaceful night away

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Anonymous

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Lovely quiet campsite, basic but great…

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Anonymous

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Liked Lovely quiet campsite, basic but great location.

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The view, the space, the value…

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 Georgie L. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked The view, the space, the value for money! The shower was a lovely added extra from our previous visit.

Disliked Not a dislike but would have loved there to be a water tap at the top of the field too

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Just like sites of my childhood- perfect 🤩

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Nicola A. 3 reviews

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Liked We love the old way of camping- nothing else needed- hope to return again soon 🤩

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Lovely location close to pub, bus…

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 JEAN C. 8 reviews

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Liked Lovely location close to pub, bus stop and tea rooms 😊 good facilities and best wild camping so far!!

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Michaela S. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked The location was perfect for us.
Basic facilities. Quiet and chilled

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Portable toilet

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 cafe On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet 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

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 Walkers' paradise Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Accessibility

Level site, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby

Location

Rectory Farm Wild Camping

Rectory Farm

Crosstown

Bude

Cornwall

England

EX23 9SR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.90745°N
4.55098°W

Route directions

What3words: shepherdess.pilots.pouch. When you come to Crosstown, the Bush Inn pub will be on your left. Do not follow the road right down around the corner. Instead, turn off the road straight onto the lane and the camping field is immediately on the right.

Nearest transport

Coach
5.4 mi The Strand
16.4 mi Nelson Road
17 mi Bideford Quay
Rail
24.2 mi Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
24.2 mi Barnstaple Rail Station
25.6 mi Umberleigh Rail Station
Ferry
17 mi Bideford Ferry Landing
18.3 mi Lundy Island Ferry Landing
18.7 mi Appledore Ferry Landing

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

Local attractions and activities include: - Higher Sharpnose Point (ocean viewpoint): five minutes’ drive - Sandymouth Bay Beach: five minutes - Bude (shops and sea pool): 20 minutes - The Milky Way Adventure Park: 20 minutes - Clovelly (historic village): 20 minutes - The Gnome Reserve and Wildflower Garden (whimsical kids' attraction): 25 minutes - The BIG Sheep (petting farm): half an hour - Peppercombe Beach (quiet beach): half an hour.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Sandymouth 3.2 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Northcott Mouth 4.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentN/A
Crooklets 5 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Summerleaze 5.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Hartland Quay 6.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 18.2 mi

Tintagel Castle 18.9 mi

Rock Beach 29.7 mi

National Trust

Lundy 18.4 mi

Tintagel Old Post Office 19.1 mi

Lawrence House 20.4 mi

Lydford Gorge 26.6 mi

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 29.7 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Morwenstow - Hawker's Coast 0.2 mi

Duckpool - Stanbury Mouth - Woodford - Combe Valley 2.2 mi

Poughill - Bude - Northcott Mouth 4.6 mi

Battle of Stratton, 1643 5.2 mi

Bude to Sandymouth 5.2 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Rectory Farm Wild Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Rectory Farm Wild Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Rectory Farm Wild Camping? Local attractions and activities include: - Higher Sharpnose Point (ocean viewpoint): five minutes’ drive - Sandymouth Bay Beach: five minutes - Bude (shops and sea pool): 20 minutes - The Milky Way … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Rectory Farm Wild Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Rectory Farm Wild Camping? From £15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.