Watermouth Valley Camping Park

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  • Family-run, family-oriented site a short walk from Watermouth Bay
  • A 10-minute drive to Ilfracombe; 25 minutes to Woolacombe beach
  • On-site shop with maps available; access to the South West Coast Path
Everyone in… it’s time for a beach break on the edge of Exmoor National Park. From Watermouth Valley Camping Park, a five-minute walk will get you to Watermouth Bay, where there’s fabulous rock fishing and spectacular coastal walks. That’s not all, believe it or not. The Victorian town of Ilfracombe is 10 minutes’ drive away and surfing beaches such as Woolacombe beach (25 minutes’ drive) and Croyde beach (35 minutes) are also within driving distance. Further on, characterful Lynton and Lynmouth (half an hour) can be found too. Of course, the site is right on the South West Coast Path around North Devon, so it’s a very wise base for hiking fans (just pick up a map of the local area from the site’s shop). What about Watermouth Valley Camping Park itself? Well, the family-run, dog-friendly site has sea views and a sheltered valley where guests can relax and take in the scenery. There’s a children’s adventure playground for kids to let off steam, a handy on-site shop and a modern, clean amenities block with hot showers and electric points for hair dryers, straighteners and razors. The site gets very popular with families during the school summer holidays (May through to September), but at other times, it’s quiet and peaceful and attracts couples and solo travellers.

Site type

Tent pitches 125
Touring caravan pitches 125
Motorhome pitches 125
Open now
Opens 30 April
Please note
  • Reception opening times: Sunday to Thursday: 8.30am-5pm Friday and Saturday: 8.30am-6pm

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu 30 Apr to

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98% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

This well-maintained campsite boasts stunning sea views, spacious pitches and a relaxed atmosphere. Visitors praised the clean facilities, friendly staff and excellent on-site food and bar options. It's well-equipped for families with numerous play areas and activities. While the location is ideal for exploring, some noted road noise and the steep walk to Broadsands Beach. Overall, highly recommended.

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A very friendly family campsite, clean…

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Andy N. 1 review

Valley non-electric grass pitch

Liked A very friendly family campsite, clean facilities, bar and social area was nice. Food available onsite with themed evenings. Prices for food and drinks very reasonable. There was a pub (Sawmills) not far from the campsite.
The campsite was set out in pitch’s of a reasonable size. I had opted for a valley pitch with out electricity which was suitable for me. Other camper vans did have pitches with electric supply.
Coastal path on the door step which I did make the most of. You are not far from the Watermouth Castle which I did visit on my own. However I did enjoy my time there. If you have young children they would enjoy it so a great time for the family. All in all my experience was good, I wanted a nice relaxing time and that is what I got. So thank you.

Disliked No dislikes to mention

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Outstanding.

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Mark C. 1 review

Valley electric grass pitch

Liked Place is so lovely. The bathroom facilities are spotless. Great atmosphere with the football.

Disliked Can’t get the dates I want to return.

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From the manager: Email me with your dates Mark, you never know I might have something up my sleeve - Nick

Scenic setting, facilities and friendly staff.…

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Anonymous

Open plan non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch (sloping)

Liked Scenic setting, facilities and friendly staff. Great walks on your doorstep.

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Big pitch good showers, bit to…

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Anonymous

Valley electric grass pitch

Liked Big pitch good showers, bit to hot, ever so clean. Nice there is food six times a week. Nice people, great location

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shame the road is so noisy as the rest of the campsite is outstanding

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Mark F. 1 review

Valley non-electric grass pitch

Liked Everything the campsite had to offer. Bar, food, shop, facilities, toilets, showers. The site is fantastic but it had one downside. The road adjacent.

Disliked The road adjacent the campsite is very loud.

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Beautiful site, had a lovely sized…

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Valley electric grass pitch

Liked Beautiful site, had a lovely sized pitch with sea views.
Staff were all very friendly, toilets and showers were clean.
They were serving pizzas on the night I was there which was lovely and there was a bar.
Only stayed the one night over a weekend but will definitely be back for more.

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Enjoyed it that much we off again on the 3rd July! Can’t wait

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Luke O. 1 review

Valley electric grass pitch

Liked Staff were amazing. Views, facilities, shop, bar, games room, access. Loved everything.

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Very friendly. Welcoming. Excellent facilities. Very…

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Anonymous

Valley non-electric grass pitch

Liked Very friendly. Welcoming. Excellent facilities. Very clean. Excellent attention to detail.

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Beautiful view from the tent to…

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Valley non-electric grass pitch

Liked Beautiful view from the tent to the sea.

Disliked The only downside to pitching a tent is finding a flat, level surface.

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A very well kept campsite in…

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Anonymous

Valley electric grass pitch

Liked A very well kept campsite in a lovely area near the sea with a shop, bar and food available every evening. The pitches are spacious and there is a very relaxed vibe on site. Loved the miniature goats.

Disliked The facilities were very clean but the campsite was quite busy and there were sometimes queues for them..

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From the manager: Thank you for your review, Salt n Pepper the goats will be thrilled they got a mention.
It’s impossible to shower every pitch and person at the same time unfortunately, i guess even at home you might have to wait sometimes.
Hope to see you again soon.


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 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

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

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

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

Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Watermouth Valley Camping Park

Watermouth

Ilfracombe

Devon

England

EX34 9SJ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.21243°N
4.06555°W

Nearest transport

Coach
2.5 mi Methodist Church
8.3 mi Opposite George Hotel
8.3 mi George Hotel
Rail
9.6 mi Barnstaple Rail Station
13.7 mi Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
15.3 mi Umberleigh Rail Station
Ferry
2 mi Ilfracombe Ferry Landing
12.2 mi Appledore Ferry Landing
12.2 mi Instow Ferry Landing
Airport
27 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

Time to tick off the North Devon coves and harbours? Start with splendid Combe Martin (five minutes’ drive), a seaside resort with a sheltered cove for peaceful days on the sand. Surfers might want to slide on over to Saunton Sands (half an hour), while those seeking scenic clifftop hikes will get on well with the Valley of Rocks’ (35 minutes) wild goats and sea views. Take off on a fishing trip or a sea safari from Ilfracombe Harbour (10 minutes). Lundy Island is one of the most popular tour spots for such boat trips. There’s a working lifeboat station in the harbour too if that sort of stuff entertains you. Once you’ve checked out the lifeboats, turn back time a little with a trip to Arlington Court (20 minutes), a National Trust site with a Regency house and a carriage museum. Or perhaps all the way back to the time of dinosaurs? Kids are likely to love the life-sized dino models at Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park (10 minutes) and its zoo and fossil museum.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Combe Martin 1.2 mi Sea PoorPoorPoorPoor
Ilfracombe Hele 1.4 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Ilfracombe Tunnels Beach 2.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Combesgate Beach, Woolacombe 6.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Woolacombe Village 6.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 18.9 mi

National Waterfront Museum 28.4 mi

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 5.8 mi

Heddon Valley 5.9 mi

Watersmeet 11.5 mi

Holnicote Estate 21.8 mi

Lundy 26.1 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Ilfracombe, Berrynarbor and the Coast 1.8 mi

Lee Bridge - Slade - Ilfracombe - Coast Path 4.6 mi

ARLINGTON COURT 5.9 mi

Hunters Inn - SW Coast Path - Trentishoe - Hunters Inn 6 mi

Hunters Inn - Woody Bay - South West Coast Path - Hunters Inn 6 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

Tent pitch
Hiker non-electric grass tent pitch (no cars)
  • 17% off

    Max. stay 7 nights Expires 07/09/2026
Tent pitchMotorhome or campervan pitch
Open plan non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch (sloping)
  • 17% off

    Max. stay 7 nights Expires 07/09/2026
Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Valley non-electric grass pitch
  • 17% off

    Max. stay 7 nights Expires 07/09/2026
Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Valley electric grass pitch
  • 17% off

    Max. stay 7 nights Expires 07/09/2026

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Watermouth Valley Camping Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Watermouth Valley Camping Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Watermouth Valley Camping Park? Time to tick off the North Devon coves and harbours? Start with splendid Combe Martin (five minutes’ drive), a seaside resort with a sheltered cove for peaceful days on the sand. Surfers … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Watermouth Valley Camping Park?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Watermouth Valley Camping Park? From £16.60 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.