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Brightlycott Barton

No availability at present on Pitchup.com 9.6 164 reviews

Panoramic view of the site (added by manager 09 Feb 2014)

Small family-run park on a regenerative farm near Barnstaple
Peaceful atmosphere with spectacular valley views
Table tennis room, dog walking lane and clean modern amenities

Fancy yourself as a bright holiday type? Want to keep well away from the madd(en)ing crowds? Make your way to Barnstaple’s Brightlycott Barton, a small family-run park and farm for canny holidaymakers who want the perks of peace and quiet. The farm focuses on regenerative farming, like sowing herbal leys and planting native tree species rather than agriculture. This is a spot to sit and watch the world go by in contented contemplation: with stunning views over the valley and spacious level pitches, all you have to do is pitch up and sit back. If the kids are harshing your valley vibe, pack them off to the table tennis room in the barn, let them reach for the skies on the swing frame, or gently suggest that they take the dog for a walk in the tree-lined lane next to the site. (The kids at least will probably come back covered in muck, but that shouldn’t stress you out either as there’s free use of the washing machine and tumble dryer on site: suggest that the offspring wash their own clothes if you want to max out your amusement factor.) The modern amenities here will keep you bright and smiling too: there’s a modern shower block with washing-up spot, plus a separate area with disabled facilities and a big fridge freezer for everyone’s use.

Site type

Tourist board rating

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) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

A lovely, easygoing place to pitch up for a relaxing break

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Ed W. Sept 2024

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Peace, friendly, relaxed host, views, hot showers, no long list of rules!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful, natural, peaceful site with breathtaking views of hills and the sea,…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Liz B. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked: Beautiful, natural, peaceful site with breathtaking views of hills and the sea, sunrise and sunset. Showers, loos and wash up area clean and easy to use. Charles, who runs the site, was warm and friendly and I felt very welcome.

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Would stay again if we are in the area

Overall	8/10
Location	6
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Christine B. Sept 2024

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked: Charles was very accommodating and pitched us in the Lea of strong westerly winds. Toilet block always clean and warm when the blower heater was on. The table tennis table in doors was an added bonus. So happy here we stayed an extra night. Use of freezer, fridge and washing machine all free.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good site, well cared for.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Venice E. Sept 2024

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Lovely hot clean showers. The weather was chilly and the block was heated so that was nice. I love the dark sky, no lights rule.

Disliked: Would have preferred a pitch on the top field but the weather had been wet and I think we were put on the lower field for that reason.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site for a quiet stay, very accessible for Barnstaple.

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	No rating

Gordon S. Sept 2024

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Nice quiet campsite with excellent views. Good size pitches with all the neccessary facilities and very friedly host Charles.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Total peacefulness of the site. Lovely views. Large pitches well laid out Very friendly…

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Roger F. Sept 2024

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Total peacefulness of the site. Lovely views. Large pitches well laid out Very friendly owner who always liked to chat

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site will definitely use again on our travels.

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 Aug 2024

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Clean, quiet, lively views, great facilities.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Views from the site excellent. Facilities very good, clean and tidy.…

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	10

Anonymous Sept 2024

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Views from the site excellent. Facilities very good, clean and tidy. Charles was very welcoming and friendly. So all in all an excellent place to stay.

Disliked: The only two points we found. A long walk down and back from Barnstaple. And no bus bar two a day. But that's not Charles fault.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect place for staying whilst site seeing around the local area!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Donna S. Sept 2024

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Everything! Everyone on the pitches were so friendly, Charles who own the farm was amazing! He was so friendly towards us and our children and always checking that everything was okay, even helped with recommendations for places to go! I even spied him playing football with my son whilst we were setting up bits in the awning. Such a peaceful and relaxed area. The washroom, showers and toilets were cleaned very regularly. There's a play area for the kids and a barn with a basket ball hoop and table tennis as well. We stayed for 8 nights and really weren't disappointed! We will definitely be back again!!!!

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Charles was amazing he went above and beyond for us when we…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Charlotte U. Sept 2024

Electric grass pitch

Liked: Charles was amazing he went above and beyond for us when we had an issue with our van. He was very helpful and accommodating. The site was great, quiet with a lovely view and cleaned every day.

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Features

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 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

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Tourer storage facilities

Location

Brightlycott Barton

Shirwell

Barnstaple

Devon

England

EX31 4JJ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

51.1005°N
-4.02944°W

Route directions

Satnav info: please do not turn right off the A39 at the North Devon District Hospital. This road leads to the site but is a very narrow steep lane and is not suitable for motorhomes or caravans. By train The nearest train station is about three miles away in Barnstaple. This has a regular service from Exeter. If cycling from the station, head for the North Devon District hospital. From here you can either carry on along the A39 or take the quieter lane (Roborough Road) behind the hospital which is a more direct route to the campsite (please note this lane is tarmac but is steep and unsuitable for caravans). By bus Stagecoach buses from Holsworthy, Bideford, Ilfracombe, South Molton, Torrington run to the North Devon District Hospital. From here, the campsite is one mile away up the leafy lane (Roborough Road) behind the hospital. First Devon and Cornwall run regular services to the hospital from Barnstaple bus station, via Service 2.

Nearest transport

Coach

1.9 mi Bus Station

3.4 mi Garage

Rail

2.3 mi Barnstaple Rail Station

5.8 mi Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station

7.5 mi Umberleigh Rail Station

Ferry

7.5 mi Instow Ferry Landing

7.7 mi Appledore Ferry Landing

8.4 mi Ilfracombe Ferry Landing

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

Barnstaple has been the main market for north Devon since the Saxons were around, so follow in their Saxony footsteps with a trip to the historic Pannier Market along Butchers Row to bag local food, crafts, art and antiques. Culture vultures can stay on in the town into the evening for stage and film at Queen’s Theatre or catch a gig most nights of the week at the local pubs, while skater bois and girls can hurtle about Barnstaple’s Rock Park at the skate park or in the play area. Elsewhere around, make up for suggesting your small fry do their own laundry by giving them a sandtastic time at the local beaches of Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton, taking them to explore Exmoor National Park, or having a roaringly top time at the Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park. This area of Devon is probably best known for the Tarka Trail, one of the longest traffic-free walking and cycling paths in the country: join it at Barnstaple for strolls and rides around river valleys, bays, moorland and coastal cliffs. For a more leisurely day out, bloom at National Trust’s Marwood Gardens with its camellias and magnolias, tee off at the golf course three miles from the site, or settle into some nearby fishing or horse riding. A fly fishing and trout lake is a mile away from Brightlycott.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Combe Martin	7.4 mi	Sea	Poor	Poor	Poor	Poor
Ilfracombe Hele	8.2 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Saunton Sands	8.4 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Ilfracombe Tunnels Beach	8.7 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Putsborough	8.9 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 11.8 mi

Castle Drogo 29.5 mi

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 3.7 mi

Heddon Valley 9.1 mi

Watersmeet 13 mi

Holnicote Estate 21.5 mi

Dunster Working Watermill 25.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

YOULSTON PARK 1.2 mi

ARLINGTON COURT 3.4 mi

ISLEY MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 05/04/1990) 5.8 mi

CASTLE HILL 7 mi

CHAPEL WOOD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 21/11/1950) 7.1 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 Brightlycott Barton have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Brightlycott Barton dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Brightlycott Barton? Barnstaple has been the main market for north Devon since the Saxons were around, so follow in their Saxony footsteps with a trip to the historic Pannier Market along Butchers Row to … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Brightlycott Barton?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

Read more