Silver View Camping

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Visitor image of the views
Visitor image of the views
Views from the washing-up area
Green open space
Plenty of space
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Green views
Sunset at combe martin
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Views from the washing-up area
Green open space
Plenty of space

  • Peaceful site near Combe Martin, with views over the coast
  • A 15-minute drive from Ilfracombe and Exmoor Zoo
  • On the edge of Exmoor National Park and a mile from the coast path
What an enviable Exmoor location this is for a Devon camping holiday: Silver View Camping is just on the edge of the national park and around five minutes’ drive from the beach at Combe Martin. Pitches, covering two fields, have fine views over the valley and out to sea; on a clear day you’ll get glimpses of Lundy island (which you can also visit on boat trips from Ilfracombe, 15 minutes’ drive away). The setup is all very eco-friendly and relaxed: think of it as being a bit like wild camping but with the added luxury of access to drinking water, compost and flushing toilets, showers and a rubbish/recycling point. Campfires are generally allowed too for that true outdoor evening experience – the team here just ask that you consult with them first if planning a campfire or firepit, and pay attention to safety (raising your firepit off the ground and making sure all the flames are fully extinguished before you leave it). Please buy all of your wood on site. This is a handily located site for all sorts of days out – it’s about a mile from here to the South West Coast Path, and only a tiny bit further to kayak and paddleboard hire at Combe Martin beach (truly the way to explore, say the owners – and you might meet seals or dolphins along the way). There are plenty more walks and activities to be had around Exmoor National Park too, and plenty of ways to keep the kids amused with trips to Exmoor Zoo and the Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park.

Site type

Tent pitches 25
Motorhome pitches 10
Opens
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. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Campervans can be accommodated but should be no larger than a T4/5/6 long wheel base.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.2

Overall rating from 129 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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PeacefulSpectacular scenery

93% would recommend this site to a friend

90% would stay here again

What customers say

This peaceful campsite offers stunning views and a relaxed atmosphere. Visitors praise the clean, basic facilities, including hot showers and flushing toilets, often housed in charming converted horse boxes. The friendly and helpful owners are frequently mentioned, with many appreciating their attentiveness. While some noted occasional issues with showers or sloping pitches, the overall sentiment is highly positive, highlighting the ample space, natural beauty, and good value for money. It's a highly recommended spot for those seeking simplicity and tranquility.

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Would happily stay there again. Plenty…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Would happily stay there again. Plenty of space, no noise, good views. Had shower and toilet on site.

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From the manager: Thank you fir your review. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay. Hooe to see you again.

Very nice campsite. Very friendly staff…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Very nice campsite. Very friendly staff and great location.

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Absolutely wonderful, extremely welcoming and even…

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Alan H.

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Liked Absolutely wonderful, extremely welcoming and even supplied fresh eggs from under the hen!! Definitely be back and telling others - thankyou!!

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From the manager: So glad you enjoyed your stay and the eggs!
Hope to see you in the future.

We will be visiting again next year

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Daniel h.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked It was are very first time staying at the camp site. The facility were very good and the toilets and shower rooms where very clean and tidy. The washing up stations where very good .There where bins to put all your rubbish in and recycling everything else. There was even a cosey room with sofa and lots of electricity sockets to charge up phones and I have hearing aids and the charging points really helped there was even a freezer to freeze your ice packs.

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From the manager: Thank you for your wonderful review, so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again.

Just as expected - peaceful and zero hassle

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Katharine D.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Easy to find a pitch, level and had great views

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From the manager: Thank for your review. Glad you enjoyed your stay here.

Great basic campsite with lovely chilled vibes

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Woodie W.

Non-electric grass tent pitch (backpacker, no cars)

Liked Super friendly team. Relaxed approach.

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Really lovely, no frills, no hassle. Absolute bliss.

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Tam R.

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely remote spot with fabulous views. Good loos, showers, washing up spot, even freezers for re-freezing ice-packs. Having a big bucket of logs, kindling, fire lighters and matches delivered to the pitch, plus the young chap who does it finding us an old wheel rim to elevate our fire pit - made the whole trip divine. Sitting around a gorgeous campfire, watching the sun set over the sea. Highly recommend taking a portable firepit and ordering a bucket of logs!
Really lovely, helpful, kind, yet very unobtrusive site staff. There when you need something, but otherwise left to our own devices in peace and quiet.

Disliked Bit confused as to what to do/where to go when we arrived - though we were quite late. Fortunately a chap saw us looking a bit confuddled and came across to explain what we needed to know. But it was such a lovely experience overall, I guess we're just very out of practice at being so relaxed!

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Mia M.

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Liked Location
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Facilities - fridge space
great recommendations and friendly staff

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From the manager: Thank you for your review. Hope to see you again in the future.

Excellent site with clean facilities, friendly staff

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Harry K.

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Liked Very good great service thanks 👍🏻

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Amazing

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Paul J.

Non-electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked We stayed in the 3rd field as the other two were busy. For us the field was perfect but no amenities on it. The other two fields have lovely showers and toilets. It’s a well kept site in a beautiful area with an amazing family running it. Nothing is too much trouble. The views are to die for with fantastic sunsets at night. Be aware it’s on a hill so chocks are needed. Down the road is Combe Martin with its lovely village a small beach full of rock pools. Ideal for walkers too.Perfect location to discover Devon. We will definitely be back.

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Features

Pop-up campsite

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 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

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearby

Type

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

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Silver View Camping

Knapp Down Farm

Combe Martin

Devon

England

EX34 0PG

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.20377°N
4.01079°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4.9 mi Methodist Church
8.9 mi Bus Station
9.3 mi Opposite George Hotel
Rail
9.3 mi Barnstaple Rail Station
13 mi Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
14.4 mi Umberleigh Rail Station
Ferry
4.4 mi Ilfracombe Ferry Landing
12.9 mi Instow Ferry Landing
13 mi Appledore Ferry Landing
Airport
27.7 mi Swansea 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

To the beach? It’s a fine suggestion, as some of north Devon’s top spots are close by. The peaceful stretch of shingle and sand at Combe Martin is your closest option (five minutes’ drive) and a lovely sheltered spot for swimming or paddleboarding. A little further along the coast, stop in at Ilfracombe (15 minutes) for the unusual Tunnels beaches accessed via hand-carved tunnels, or to board boat trips for a sea safari or an outing to Lundy island. There’s an aquarium here too for a handy damp-day activity. Woolacombe (25 minutes) is another good choice for a beach trip, especially if you’re into your surfing. Away from the coast there are plenty of other options for family days out, including Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park (five minutes) and Exmoor Zoo (15 minutes) for animal encounters and Watermouth Castle (10 minutes) for rides and kid-friendly attractions. You may also like to see all the old vehicles at Arlington Court & National Trust Carriage Museum, take a ride on the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway (both 15 minutes) or pedal bikes along the traffic-free Tarka Trail from Barnstaple (25 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Combe Martin 1.2 mi Sea PoorPoorPoorPoor
Ilfracombe Hele 3.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Ilfracombe Tunnels Beach 5.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Lynmouth 8.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Woolacombe Village 8.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 18.8 mi

National Waterfront Museum 28.7 mi

National Trust

Heddon Valley 3.7 mi

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 4.2 mi

Watersmeet 9.2 mi

Holnicote Estate 19.4 mi

Dunster Working Watermill 24.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Hunters Inn - SW Coast Path - Trentishoe - Hunters Inn 3.7 mi

Hunters Inn - Woody Bay - South West Coast Path - Hunters Inn 3.8 mi

Ilfracombe, Berrynarbor and the Coast 4.1 mi

ARLINGTON COURT 4.3 mi

Woody Bay and the Spectacular Coastline 5.1 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 Silver View Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Silver View Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Silver View Camping? To the beach? It’s a fine suggestion, as some of north Devon’s top spots are close by. The peaceful stretch of shingle and sand at Combe Martin is your closest option (five … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Silver View Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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