Cofton Holidays

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Aerial view over Cofton Holidays
Hardstanding campervan pitch
The outdoor pool
Pitch overlooking the devon countryside

  • Award-winning 80-acre site two miles from the beach
  • Pools, pub, fish and chip shop, sauna, steam room and gym
  • Five private fishing lakes, woodland adventure zone and nature trails
Anyone who relishes a bit of variety on their holidays should give this award-winning site serious consideration: there are buckets and spades of activities for all ages, both on site and in the immediate vicinity. Tucked into a valley, only a mile away from swathes of Blue Flag beaches, and a 10-minute drive from Dawlish Warren, Cofton Holidays has 80 acres of meadows, orchards and woodland laced with nature trails for visitors to explore. The facilities here will keep the whole family happily entertained for weeks: Cofton's indoor pool has massage jets and hydrotherapy bubble loungers, as well as a sauna, steam room and gym (a small additional charge applies), and there's a splash area with water jets to entertain the kids. Or set off angling instead at one of the five private fishing lakes, to bag a monster carp (24-pounders aren't unknown here). More? Kids can bounce around in the three dedicated play areas or explore the adventure zone in the woods, with activities such as pond dipping and bug hunting laid on in season; if it’s raining, there’s also a games room with amusements and a pool table. After these exertions, retire to the poolside patio of the Swan Inn for a refresher and a snack: the pub opens every night and serves up a good range of grub (breakfast and lunch are also available at weekends), plus regular entertainment including live bands, discos and karaoke in high season. Cofton also has its own fish and chip joint, as well as a shop for any vittles you might need. Wifi across the whole site (charges apply) means staying connected is simple, and it’s also worth mentioning that Cofton has excellent facilities for disabled visitors.

Site type

Tent pitches 100
Touring caravan pitches 125
Motorhome pitches 125
Caravans for hire 72
Open all year
Opens

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • 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).
  • All customers: access to the swimming pool is not included in the rate and is charged £4.50 per adult and £3.50 per child per session.
  • Facilities/activities including coarse fishing, gym, some on site activities are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
  • The sauna (and/or hammam) is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
  • The restaurant is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
  • Entertainment and activities are available between 01/04 and 28/10.
  • The grocery shop is open between 02/01 and 31/12.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • The games room is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
  • The bar is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
  • Group bookings of 3 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Group bookings of 2 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.
  • Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
  • A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • The indoor swimming pool is open between 01/01 and 31/12.
  • The outdoor swimming pool is open between 27/05 and 16/09 (subject to weather conditions).
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Units longer than 10 metres are not allowed.
  • Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
  • Electricity is metered on site at £0.30 per kWh and must be paid onsite using a pre-paid topup card.

Languages spoken

English

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Pitch types & availability

Reviews

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Location
9
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9
Accommodation
9
Facilities / Activities
9
Customer service
9
Child friendliness
9
Cleanliness
9
Wifi
6

92% would recommend this site to a friend

89% would stay here again

What customers say

This large, well-maintained site offers excellent facilities including pools, a gym, and various activities, appealing to all ages. Visitors praised the cleanliness, spacious pitches, and friendly, helpful staff. While the location is good for walks and local attractions, some found the site hilly and busy. Extras like Wi-Fi and electricity are charged separately. Minor issues included occasional noise and the cashless payment system.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 09/06/2026

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Arrival date (latest first)

Great for the family of all age ranges

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9 out of 10
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9
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8
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10
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9
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No rating
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10
Wifi
No rating

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked For a very large caravan and campsite, it is done very tastefully with lovely planting of gardens and excellent facilities, a good gym, good pools and restaurants and bars, add to that the fantastic walks in the area, its a great stay

Recommend to friends Visit again

It is just too large and more interested in pushing the entertainment

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5 out of 10
Location
8
Value for money
4
Facilities / Activities
5
Customer service
6
Child friendliness
No rating
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6
Wifi
6

Electric optional gravel and hardstanding touring pitch (maximum 7 metres)

Liked The location. I was at a sailing event so the location was good.

Disliked It is just too large and too busy
Having to pay separately for electric hook up
Having to download and set up an appt to get electric
The location of the. It was a 7 meter plot so to get a large vehicle onto the plot required driving skills

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent campsite. Would recommend.

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10 out of 10
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10
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10
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10
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10
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No rating
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10
Wifi
6

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked Really lovely campsite even in the rain. I upgraded to a super pitch to be closer to mum/sister which was sorted out with no bother on arrival. Beautifully clean public areas and excellent showers/loos. Every member of staff was friendly, chatty and helpful. Food was great (I only had the unlimited breakfast) and entertainment in the evening very good. Would definitely book to go here again.

Disliked EHU set up a bit of a faff and so was the WiFi which was patchy. I only arrived after work on Friday and left at 10am on Sunday so didn’t really get to explore. It would have been useful not to have had to leave so early.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent facilities. Great value for money,…

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10 out of 10
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10
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10
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10
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10
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Electric optional grass pitch

Liked Excellent facilities. Great value for money, would definitely come again!

Disliked The big shower block was closed but not entirely sure why.

Recommend to friends Visit again

100% recomend

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10 out of 10
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10
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10
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10
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Wifi
10

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked Clean tidy site, plenty of activities. Amazing pools, great bar/resturants and friendly staff.

Disliked Nothing. The trip was amazing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent will book again

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9 out of 10
Location
9
Value for money
9
Facilities / Activities
10
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
10
Cleanliness
10
Wifi
9

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked the pitch was spacious in a great location
facilities were spotless and no issue with using.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Swimming pool, on site shop and…

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10 out of 10
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10
Value for money
10
Facilities / Activities
10
Customer service
10
Child friendliness
10
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10
Wifi
2

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked Swimming pool, on site shop and bar.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean…

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8 out of 10
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8
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8
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8
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9
Wifi
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Electric optional grass pitch

Liked Clean

Recommend to friends Visit again

There is plenty for everyone to…

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10 out of 10
Location
10
Value for money
10
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No rating
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10
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4

8 meter fully-serviced gravel and hardstanding touring pitch (super)

Liked There is plenty for everyone to do in a lovely countryside setting

Disliked Setting up the electric was a pain and I would prefer that it was factored into the booking price.

Recommend to friends Visit again

First time staying here and absolutely loved it, will be coming back:)

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10 out of 10
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Glen B. 1 review

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked Super friendly staff
Amazingly clean
Facilities are top notch

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again


Features

Leisure on site

BMX track Bar or club house Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club Massages On-site cafe On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area Sauna Skatepark Soft play area Spa TV room Take away Teens' club Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Baby-changing facilities Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Off licence 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery 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 Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Very large (over 200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for tourers Motorhome service point Seasonal pitches Tourer storage facilities Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Cofton Holidays

Starcross

Dawlish

Devon

England

EX6 8RP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.6123°N
3.4614°W

Nearest transport

Coach
1.2 mi Opposite Rail Station
1.2 mi Rail Station
2.3 mi The Green
Rail
1.2 mi Dawlish Warren Rail Station
1.2 mi Starcross Rail Station
2.1 mi Exmouth Rail Station
Ferry
1.2 mi Starcross Ferry Landing
1.7 mi Exmouth Ferry Landing
3.5 mi Turf Lock Inn Ferry Landing
Airport
8.4 mi Exeter International 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

Wandering just outside the site, the nearby clifftops have pretty walks; there are gentle bike rides around and about; plus beaches and waterways offering more sail-, paddle- and wave-powered action than you can shake a stick at. Take a bus (the stop’s only 100 metres away) to explore a bit further afield: this corner of Devon's jampacked with things to see and do, including castles, botanic gardens, zoos, aquariums, animal farms, model villages and adventure parks. It's a 10-minute drive from the site to spectacular Dawlish Warren, home to a sandy beach and a tiptop nature reserve.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Dawlish Warren 1.3 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dawlish Town 2.2 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Dawlish Coryton Cove 2.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Exmouth 2.6 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Teignmouth Holcombe 3.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Crealy Great Adventure Park 6.9 mi

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 8.2 mi

Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site 10.7 mi

Living Coasts 11 mi

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 12.4 mi

National Trust

A la Ronde 3.2 mi

Killerton: Clyston Mill 10.5 mi

Killerton: Marker's Cottage 10.6 mi

Compton Castle 11.4 mi

Killerton: Budlake Old Post Office 12.1 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

MAMHEAD PARK 2.1 mi

POWDERHAM CASTLE 2.3 mi

STONELANDS HOUSE 2.3 mi

OXTON HOUSE 2.6 mi

Exmouth, Geoneedle, Coast Path and Knowle Walk 2.7 mi

Local events

  • Sidmouth Folk Festival (Friday, 31 July 2026 – Friday, 31 July 2026)

    Sidmouth, Devon 10.9 mi

  • Beautiful Days (Friday, 21 August 2026 – Friday, 21 August 2026)

    Ottery St Mary, Devon 13.2 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 Cofton Holidays have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Cofton Holidays dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Cofton Holidays? Wandering just outside the site, the nearby clifftops have pretty walks; there are gentle bike rides around and about; plus beaches and waterways offering more sail-, paddle- and wave-powered action than you … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Cofton Holidays?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Cofton Holidays? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.