Barley Meadow Touring Park

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Clean modern fully refurbished facilities
Fully refurbished facilities for 2019

  • Scenic adults-only dog-friendly site in Dartmoor National Park
  • Haven for hikers and bikers, 20 minutes from Exeter city centre
  • On-site shop, information centre and secure off-lead dog area
Escape from messy desks, busy inboxes and fume-filled commutes with a peaceful fresh-air stay among grownups only at Barley Meadow Touring Park, a dog-friendly site under five minutes’ drive from the Devon village of Crockernwell. As it's in Dartmoor National Park, this is a top spot for hikers and bikers with a yen for exploring far-off places: the 117-mile Two Moors Way (which stretches from Ivybridge to Lynmouth) passes 10 minutes’ walk from the site, and National Cycle Route 27 and the Granite Way walking trail can be joined 15 minutes’ drive away in Okehampton. Closer to home, you can stroll next door to the farm shop to select goodies for your dinner. There’s plenty more to investigate around splendid Dartmoor, but of course… but not before kicking back for a bit on site… Stock up on snacks in the on-site shop (open subject to demand) while letting canine chums run off-leash in the dog area, or plan outings and pick up ideas for local walks, activities and visits in the little information centre. All sound a bit too rural? Never fear, as the site’s central and easy to reach: it’s just off the A30, and there’s a bus stop right outside the site entrance for trips to Exeter and Bude. Eco-friendly drivers can charge their electric vehicles using the EV point on site too.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 24
Tent pitches 13
Touring caravan pitches 39
Open now
Opens 17 March
Please note
  • 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.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 21 consecutive nights.
  • 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 8 metres are not allowed.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • Tents and units with awnings are allowed on the grass pitches for maximum 7 nights. 'Stealth' campervans are not allowed on-site: commercial vehicles must be fully converted to campervan and have side and rear windows.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Mon, 17 Mar to

Open from Fri, 20 Mar to

Pitch types & availability

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Best campsite ever stayed in 😊😊.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anil S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (maximum 6 metres)

Liked: Best Adult touring park ,very clean toilets ,facilities like 5star ,very nicely spoken couple behind the reception desk . All round everything excellent . No faults whatsoever.

Disliked: Nothing .

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: WOW! Many thanks for such a fantastic review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. Best wishes from Leigh and David.

Great little site

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: It was a lovely little site. Very well maintained. Leigh was so helpful.
Would definitely stay again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Many thanks for such a lovely review. We are so pleased that we could help you. We hope to see you again. Best wishes from Leigh and David

We will be back as excellent base for devon

Overall 9/10
Location 9
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 7
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Andrew P. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: Loved the help, enthusiasm and dedication of the owners nothing was too much trouble for us them as we were 1st timers and out of our depth . Very clean throughout!

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From the manager: Cheers Andrew for your kind review. We are pleased that we could help you enjoy your first trip away. We hope to see you again. Best wishes from Leigh and David.

Fantastic quiet Adults only campsite great for a relaxing break.

Overall 10/10
Location 9
Value for money 9
Accommodation 9
Facilities / Activities 9
Customer service 9
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 9
Wifi 9
Darren M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: We have stayed here many times now very peaceful clean and very well kept. Fully serviced pitches excellent showers toilet facilities. There's a local butchers/shop just a minute or two walk via the campsite.down the lane. There's great places to visit including chagford with it's open air heated pool. shops pubs etc. fingle bridge is fantastic for a walk cycle or a drink and a meal in the pub. Exeter is only 20mins drive away for shopping so much to see and do. Don't take my word for it Go and see for yourselves you will not be disappointed.

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From the manager: Many thanks Darren for such a brilliant review. We are so pleased that you have enjoyed another stay with us. We look forward to seeing you again. Best wishes from Leigh and David

Peaceful, relaxing Adult site good location

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anthony F. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: Upon arrival to the Adults only site you see its well maintained before even going through the gate. Check in is half done via an email a few days before, all info is sent via an attachment. The owners are lovely, very friendly and helpful.
The pitches are most part pretty flat and large, we had no 18 which was in the sun all day.
Shower block is modern and clean, always hot water it is small (3 of each, toilet and shower) but we never had to wait and the site was fairly busy.

There is free WiFi, and yes it works properly unlike other sites you visit.

We walked to the local pub it is up n down big hill roads but roads are very quiet.

The site is very peaceful, very little road noise during the day, no noise at night.

You can use a charcoal BBQ but you are not allowed open fires due to the site being on the Dartmouth national park. which I get.

All in all a great stay, definitely recommend.

Disliked: Nothing to dislike,

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From the manager: WOW! Thank you so very much for such a fantastic detailed review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to see you again. Best wishes from Leigh and David.

A brilliant little site which we will definitely visit again!

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 9
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 9
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 5
June B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (maximum 6 metres)

Liked: The site is very easily accessible from the A30. The warden was extremely welcoming and friendly. The site is immaculately kept and the toilet block is extremely clean and modern. Quiet and friendly site. We loved it and will definitely return.

Disliked: My only criticism concern the shower. The rose is extremely high so the water sprays everywhere and shoes get wet if you don’t put them in the seat. A shower curtain would solve this!

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From the manager: Many thanks June for your great review. With regards to the showers you can adjust the nozzle in the shower head. We hope to see you again. Best wishes from Leigh and David.

Excellent site with clean facilities, friendly staff and level pitches

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
David R. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (maximum 6 metres)

Liked: Helpful staff easy to book in , very quiet and peaceful, well stocked farm shop, ideal site for dog owners, very clean tidy facilities, all in all a lovely site

Disliked: U

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From the manager: Many thanks David for your great review. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to see you again. Best wishes from Leigh and David.

Loved the friendly staff, peaceful atmosphere and how my dog was also…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 8
Katie B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (maximum 6 metres)

Liked: Loved the friendly staff, peaceful atmosphere and how my dog was also included and loved

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From the manager: Many thanks Katie for such a fantastic review. We are so pleased that you all enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to see you again. Best wishes from Leigh and David.

We only stayed one night. Camping was very nice, quiet and clean!…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities No rating
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Lara R. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Fully-serviced hardstanding and grass touring pitch

Liked: We only stayed one night. Camping was very nice, quiet and clean! Very friendly people at the reception. No complaints whatsoever!

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From the manager: Many thanks Lara for such a kind review. It was lovely to meet you. Best wishes from Leigh and David.

Quiet, clean, friendly - we will be back ❤️

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 1
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 8
Donna D. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (maximum 6 metres)

Liked: Excellent second stay (first time was a few years before they became adult only). We travelled with our converted van and awning. Great site, spotlessly clean! Well organised, friendly and perfect facilities. We took our dogs for their first van experience and the enclosed field was perfect for toilet breaks and zooming around. A beautiful site, great location for lots of exploring of dartmoor and countryside walking locations.

Its amazing and we will be back!! Thank you all!

Disliked: Nothing it was perfect for us being so quiet, well situated and dog friendly.

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From the manager: Oh Donna thank you for such a fabulous review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and that your lovely doggies enjoyed our dog field. We look forward to seeing you again in the future. Best wishes from Leigh and David.

Cleanliness, hot showers, friendly staff, very dog friendly,…

Overall 10/10
Location 7
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 5
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (maximum 6 metres)

Liked: Cleanliness, hot showers, friendly staff, very dog friendly,

Disliked: Road is a bit noisy

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From the manager: Many thanks for the kind review. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us over a busy Bank Holiday Weekend. Best wishes from Leigh and David.


Features

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 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

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only 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 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 Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant 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

Barley Meadow Touring Park

Crockernwell

Exeter

Devon

England

EX6 6NR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.71692°N
-3.78211°W

Nearest transport

Coach
9.9 mi Thomas Cook
11.3 mi Bus Station
13.7 mi The Barn Owl
Rail
4.8 mi Yeoford Rail Station
6.9 mi Copplestone Rail Station
7.5 mi Crediton Rail Station
Ferry
13.9 mi Topsham Lock Ferry Landing
14 mi Topsham Ferry Landing
14.1 mi Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing
Airport
16.1 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

Devoting a few days to rambling explores of Dartmoor National Park is a must hereabouts, with plenty of stunningly scenic spots to include in itineraries. Start with the nearby Teign Valley and the can’t-miss Lydford Gorge (the deepest gorge in south-west England) – don’t forget a camera to snap some shots of the spectacular White Lady waterfall and the Devil’s Cauldron whirlpool. There are more ways to explore Dartmoor National Park than on foot or by bike too: adrenaline junkies can try out whitewater kayaking or canoeing along the River Dart, or head into Okehampton to sign up for scrambling through gorges. History buffs are well served around these parts too: jaunts into Exeter come with possible pitstops at the city’s famed cathedral, medieval guildhall and Tudor-built House that Moved (that one deserves a quick internet search), while rural travels lead to stately manors including Powderham Castle, Castle Drogo, Killerton House, and Buckland and Buckfast abbeys, all within an hour's drive. Poke around England’s last working water-powered forge at Finch Foundry and visit the Museum of Dartmoor Life near Okehampton, or step back into the present day with some kid-friendly fun at Crealy Adventure Park or Diggerland Devon, both around half an hour from the site.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Dawlish Town 16.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Dawlish Coryton Cove 16.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dawlish Warren 17.1 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Teignmouth Holcombe 17.2 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Shaldon 17.3 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Castle Drogo 2 mi

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 11 mi

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 15.1 mi

Buckfast Abbey 15.5 mi

Crealy Great Adventure Park 16.1 mi

National Trust

Castle Drogo 2 mi

Finch Foundry 6.4 mi

The Church House 9.8 mi

Killerton: Clyston Mill 15 mi

Lydford Gorge 15.2 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

CASTLE DROGO 1.8 mi

Chagford - Castle Drogo - Fingle Bridge 3.3 mi

WOOD HOUSE 5.8 mi

Bennet's Cross - Huckney Tor - Vitifer Mine Complex - Bennet's Cross 7.7 mi

Hound Tor and Ancient Village 8.2 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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Barley Meadow Touring Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Barley Meadow Touring Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Barley Meadow Touring Park? Devoting a few days to rambling explores of Dartmoor National Park is a must hereabouts, with plenty of stunningly scenic spots to include in itineraries. Start with the nearby Teign Valley and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Barley Meadow Touring Park?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Barley Meadow Touring Park? From £16 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.