Treacle Valley Campsite

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View down the valley towards Dartmoor
Surrounded by devon countryside.
Amazing sunset views
Tranquil countryside on edge of torquay. a short hop to the sea.

  • Relaxed and spacious site with views towards Dartmoor
  • Within easy reach of Torbay's beaches and Dartmoor National Park
  • Paignton Zoo, aquarium, seaside towns and more a short drive away
For a sweet-as break on a working farm, head to family-friendly Treacle Valley Campsite in the tiny village of Daccombe, between Dartmoor National Park to the west and more than 20 English Riviera beaches towards the east. This is a top spot for all ages: kids will be kept occupied at the play area or on all the wide open space around the accommodation area, and walks to the village through the surrounding countryside start right from the pitches. Treacle Valley's café/shop stocks all the basics you might need while you're on your hols, and provides a handy and free freezer block service in case you want to pack up a hamper with bubbly (possibly accompanied by a few sandwiches) and head out for the day. When you get hungry you're more than welcome to fire up the barbie or cook up something tasty over your campfire – for anything more substantial, head into one of the nearby seaside towns for supermarkets, seafood restaurants, fish and chip takeaways and posh pub grub. The nearest pub is a 20-minute walk away.

Site type

Tent pitches 75
Touring caravan pitches 75
Motorhome pitches 75
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Rent a tent 5
Open now
Opens 3 April
Please note
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Languages spoken

English

German

Portuguese

Spanish

Open from Fri 3 Apr to

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Pitch types & availability

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9
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8
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9
Child friendliness
9
Cleanliness
9
Wifi
7

87% would recommend this site to a friend

87% would stay here again

What customers say

Treacle Valley offers a relaxed, friendly camping experience with stunning valley views and a convenient location for exploring the coast. Visitors praise the clean facilities, helpful staff, and flexible arrival/departure times. While many highlight the peaceful atmosphere and value for money, some mention issues with uneven ground, occasional noise from fellow campers, and the farm's working nature. The site is generally well-maintained and accommodating for families.

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

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Arrival date (latest first)

Great location, friendly and helpful staff…

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Non-electric grass tent pitch (medium)

Liked Great location, friendly and helpful staff who came to our rescue as our tent attempted to take off on a particularly windy day!

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Non-electric grass campervan pitch

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From the manager: Dear guest,

We are sorry you did not enjoy your stay here. I understand you were kindly offered a refund even when our policy does not require it but, because it took a few days to process, you have left us a bad review. I have now completed the partial refund. I am not even sure why you didn’t like our site. However I hope the matter is now settled.
Regards
Alan

Great return visit!

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Kay B. 1 review

Bell tent

Liked This was our second year staying at treacle valley for the English riviera air show, this year we booked a bell tent for an easier set up.
We were sent an image of the tent prior to arrival and it was ready nearly 2 hours early, which was handy as we were only a few mins away so allowed us to set up and spend the evening out! The tent was clean and smelt fresh. The whole site is on a slope other than a few areas, but this gives beautiful views across the valley, and a lovely sunset! The site was quiet, clean (mostly!) and well maintained. The staff were super friendly and welcoming and we were pleased to realize they sold proper coffee in the mornings! Unsure how we missed this last year!
The site is fantastic location for local amenities, beautiful beaches and a great stop for the air show. There are multiple supermarkets/small shops less than 8 minute drive away, and you can be from tent to beach within 15 minutes via car! Our 7 year old enjoyed the little play park and it was a good way for her to make friends. We will be back and would love to stay in the horsebox next time!

Disliked The bin area was very full and quite messy and used sanitary products were just left on the floor in the bathroom- but really this was an issue from other people not respecting the site not the site itself. It’s just something to consider with the site being unmanned most of the time, other peoples behaviour can effect your stay. but you can tell when staff have been because the place is lovely and tidy!

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Toilet was very clean always.…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch (medium)

Liked Toilet was very clean always.

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Our family go to campsite

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Kira B. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)

Liked Amazing 360 views across the entire campsite. All staff were happy, friendly and helpful. This was our second visit and we will definitely be back again.

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We loved our stay and will definitely be returning.

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Lisa T. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)

Liked Beautiful campsite, family friendly and lovely clean facilities.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect

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Non-electric grass tent pitch (medium)

Liked Location...No stupid strict rules like most campsites..Perfect spot👍👍👍👍👍

Disliked Nothing

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Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)

Liked Campsite

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Just got back from a brilliant…

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Dani J. 1 review

Bell tent

Liked Just got back from a brilliant trip, 5 nights over the May half term, beautiful view its a working farm so you get to wake up to chickens, cows and sheep and the tractor which is not loud, its really nice. We stayed in the yurt, it got hot through the heatwave but a welcomed breeze at night as we were on a hill plus we were out all day. Local shops not far, if driving very easy to get every where, loads of big shops lidl, aldi, home bargains, morrisons etc. we walked a few times and got buses which were about 15min walk you have to go up a hill (31 bus for torquay, golden road avenue takes cash and card). Theres is also the coastal walk too so pack walking shoes or comfy trainers. Shop on site only open in the morning, but we didn't use as we brought everything with us, clean loos and showers, plug socket in ladies above mirror. Kitchen washing at the back and on the right side of the building there is laundry and phone charging facilities. Bins to the right side, Hosts were amazing. Overall a beautiful spacious sight with amazing views. 👏 oh and free WiFi on site too

Disliked No option for electric, but I really didnt mind if it's a priority go somewhere else. Charged my fridge and phone in the van.

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Such a peaceful place.…

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Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)

Liked Such a peaceful place.

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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 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

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location 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 Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing 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

Location

Treacle Valley Campsite

Orestone Lane

Daccombe

Newton Abbot

Devon

England

TQ12 4ST

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.49993°N
3.54771°W

Route directions

The site's postcode, TQ12 4ST, is the same for the whole village and will leave you at the middle cottage that is coincidentally also called Treacle Barn. Please do not camp there. The site is next to the last house in the village (500 metres away) towards Torquay, on Orestone lane.

Nearest transport

Coach
1.9 mi Coach Station
2.4 mi Shelter
2.5 mi Shelter
Rail
1.8 mi Torre Rail Station
2.7 mi Torquay Rail Station
3.1 mi Newton Abbot Rail Station
Ferry
2.9 mi Torquay - North Quay
3 mi Torquay Harbour Boarding Pontoon
3.4 mi Shaldon Teignmouth Ferry Landing
Airport
17 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

For stuff to do nearby, try a visit to the historic village of Cockington, three miles away, where there's a manor house and a cricket ground plus some 16th-century thatched stone cottages and a traditional pub serving cream teas. The award-winning caves of Kents Cavern – once home to prehistoric humans – are also within easy reach of Treacle Valley; this subterranean network lies close to some spectacularly scenic coastal areas with several walking routes along Torbay's UNESCO Global Geopark – one of only seven in the UK. A walk around Babbacombe coves and cliffs begins at Anstey's Cove (opposite Kents Cavern), to wind its way along a scenic track and bring you out into the pretty village of Babbacombe in Torquay; take a ride on the famed Babbacombe Cliff Railway, then follow up with a wander around four acres of award-winning gardens showcasing hundreds of model scenes and railways at Babbacombe Model Village. Take the kids on an animal adventure at Paignton Zoo (20 minutes) or visit the seaside towns of Torquay (15 minutes), Paignton (20 minutes), Brixham (half an hour), Shaldon (15 minutes) or Teignmouth (20 minutes) for miniature golf, arcades, ice cream shops and beaches.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Watcombe 1.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Maidencombe 1.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Oddicombe 1.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Babbacombe 2.2 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Torre Abbey 2.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Living Coasts 3 mi

Paignton Zoo Environmental Park 5.3 mi

Buckfast Abbey 10 mi

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 15.4 mi

Crealy Great Adventure Park 15.5 mi

National Trust

Compton Castle 2.9 mi

Greenway 8.2 mi

Coleton Fishacre 10.6 mi

A la Ronde 11.7 mi

The Church House 12.7 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

WATCOMBE PARK AND BRUNEL MANOR 0.9 mi

BARTON ROAD CEMETERY, TORQUAY 1.2 mi

Torquay - Brixham 2.6 mi

PRINCESS GARDENS AND ROYAL TERRACE GARDENS 2.8 mi

Around Cockington Village 2.9 mi

Local events

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

    Sidmouth, Devon 18.5 mi

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

    Ottery St Mary, Devon 21.8 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 Treacle Valley Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Treacle Valley Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Treacle Valley Campsite? For stuff to do nearby, try a visit to the historic village of Cockington, three miles away, where there's a manor house and a cricket ground plus some 16th-century thatched stone cottages … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Treacle Valley Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  Anytime –  Anytime
    Depart by:  Anytime
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  10 a.m.

    Campers must register at the camp shop/reception as soon as possible.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Treacle Valley Campsite? From £19 (for 1 night, 3 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.