Bowhayes Farm Camping
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- Semi-wild camping by a scenic Devon cider orchard
- Sidmouth 15 minutes' drive; half an hour from central Exeter
- Hampers available; small farm shop for teas, coffees and snacks
Site type
8
3
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.- Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
- Guests under the age of 13 are not allowed on site.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Reception is unmanned after 4:30 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
French
Open from Fri, 29 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Choose your dates and we'll email when available.
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Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (small)
3 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 3.5m width x 5.0m depth (11.5ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 17.5m² (188.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 1 night, 2 adults
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch (large)
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 3.5m width x 5.0m depth (11.5ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 17.5m² (188.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £28 1 night, 2 adults
Bramley bell tent
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £85 1 night, 2 adults
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Dabinet bell tent
2 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £85 1 night, 2 adults
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Michelin bell tent
2 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £85 1 night, 2 adults
Reviews
Voted 88% of visitors View breakdown
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We loved our stay at Bowhayes Farm! The location is so peaceful…
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Liked: We loved our stay at Bowhayes Farm! The location is so peaceful and it is great to be able to stay within the trees of the apple orchard. Howard and Fiona are such welcoming and friendly hosts, who gave us loads of great recommendations for the local areas' pubs and walks. We will definitely be returning and have already recommended to all our friends and family. Poppy & Dan
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From the manager: Hey Poppy & Dan, Apologies for the delay in writing back! Thank you both for your lovely review - we're glad you liked the place! You're both most welcome in the future, it was our pleasure to host you. See you next season! Howard & Fi
A fantadtic and quiet site, we had such a relaxing time with…
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Liked: A fantadtic and quiet site, we had such a relaxing time with lots of space and picturesque views. The utilities were great, especially the shower. All staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, even making a fuss over our dogs. We will definitely be staying again. An ideal spot if you want to unwind and get away from the world for a while.
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From the manager: Hello! Thanks so much for your kind review, we really appreciate it. You and the dogs were the perfect guests! It was our pleasure hosting you. Kind regards, Howard & Fiona
Great hosts, excellent location and facilities.
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Liked: Great hosts always on hand to help. Excellent location that was very quiet and peaceful. Would highly recommend.
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From the manager: Hi George! Apologies for the delay in responding to your kind review. Great to read your lovely review - we both really appreciate it. And great to hear you enjoyed yourself away from the maddening crowd here at Bowhayes Farm. I hope the overseas work assignment went well. If you're ever passing, it would be our pleasure to host you again. Kindest regards, Howard & Fiona
Lovely site, really peaceful. Great pitches that were spread out so you…
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Liked: Lovely site, really peaceful. Great pitches that were spread out so you could really relax. Friendly hosts who were always helpful. Walks from the site were wonderful. Great base for exploring Devon. Will definitely be returning.
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From the manager: Hi Amy, Apologies for the delay in responding to your kind review. I was lovely hosting you and we really like your picture - it really captures the ethos of our approach to camping. Relaxing and peaceful - we think of our orchard as a little sanctuary away from the bustle of the 'real' world! So pleased you enjoyed yourself - hope to see you back here soon! Regards, Howard & Fiona
Lovely stay here, beautiful spot, and Howard was so welcoming and helpful…
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Liked: Lovely stay here, beautiful spot, and Howard was so welcoming and helpful
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From the manager: Hi Emily, Apologies for the delay in writing a review. Thanks so much for your kind review and lovely pictures - really appreciated. So pleased you enjoyed your stay here - we try our hardest to keep it as friendly and relaxed as possible and your pictures clearly capture this spirit. Thanks again - we hope to see you all again sometime. Kindest regards, Howard & Fiona
Very lovely and peaceful! Howard is so helpful - thank you for…
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Liked: Very lovely and peaceful! Howard is so helpful - thank you for a nice stay
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From the manager: Hi Hannah, Thank you so much for your review - it's always lovely when someone takes time to reflect on their break. We really appreciated it. It was great meeting you and I hope we see you again. Many thanks, Howard
Delightful small camp site with lovely hosts in a picturesque setting
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Liked: Loved the large amount of space between pitches and that it's such a small camp site. The owners are really nice and friendly, driving us to and fro our camping spot with our camping our gear in his 4x4 which was a lovely unexpected bonus. It's a lovely quiet place surrounded by greenery, a lovely place to get out into nature. we very much enjoyed our time here and the town was only a relatively short walk away which was equally as delightful. Though we camped this time, the bell tents looked like such cosy places to spend sleep as well and we're definitely thinking about booking one of them next time we pop down to devon!
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From the manager: Hi Sophie, Many thanks for your lovely review - we're really please that you liked our little corner of East Devon. If you book one of the bell tents we should (fingers crossed) have the horsebox shower and toilet up and running and... our new 'field kitchen'!! Watch this space....! It was a pleasure hosing you both, we hope to see you again! Howard & Fiona
Excellent site with two pubs within walking distance
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Liked: The pitch in the Apple trees, the optional breakfast and Howard was a fantastic host explaining everything .
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From the manager: Hi Steve, Thanks for your kind review, very much appreciated. It was a pleasure hosting you, hope to see you again sometime. Regards, Howard & Fiona
Very quiet, friendly seasonal site in working Orchard
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Liked: Very relaxed quiet camping in an Orchard, hosts Howard and Fiona so helpful, one of the nicest camping stays I've had. Highly Recommended
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From the manager: Hi David, Many many thanks for your kind words - reviews are the life blood for small family businesses, so very much appreciated! Great to hear you liked our little farm, hope to see you back here again one day. Regards, Howard & Fiona
Excellent quiet site with clean facilities . Pitches were good
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Michelin bell tent
Liked: Tent was beautiful . Surroundings were beautiful. Hosts were lovely
Disliked: Didn't like needing to walk up from the car park to the tent.
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From the manager: Hi Natalie, Thank you for your nice review - very kind. Very pleased you liked our orchard bell tent, albeit a little walk (c. 200m) from the parking area. I'm sure you'll understand why we have to keep cars away from the orchard - so as to ensure it's kept as peaceful as possible. Hence why I tend to transfer all the guests to and from the orchard with their luggage. That said it's good to get honest feedback and (you may be pleased to hear) we're addressing that very point!!! We have new facilities to be installed at the top of the orchard - to enhance the experience, and cut down the walking... watch this space! I hope to see you again next year! Regards, Howard and Fiona
Features
Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
Adults only
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
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
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
D. of E. welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Adults only
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Themes
Budget/backpacker
Forest
Leave the car at home
Peaceful
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
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Farm
Pop-up campsite
Tiny (1-10 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
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Surf school nearby
Tennis nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Bowhayes Farm Camping
Venn Ottery
Ottery St Mary
Devon
England
EX11 1RY
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.71352°N
-3.30371°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Sidmouth Jacobs Ladder | 3.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sidmouth Town | 3.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Ladram Bay | 3.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | Good |
| Budleigh Salterton | 5.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sandy Bay | 7.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site 3.3 mi
Crealy Great Adventure Park 4.9 mi
The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 8.6 mi
Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 9.9 mi
Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 14.5 mi
National Trust
A la Ronde 6.6 mi
Killerton: Marker's Cottage 7 mi
Killerton: Clyston Mill 7.1 mi
Branscombe: the Old Bakery, Manor Mill and Forge 7.4 mi
Killerton: Budlake Old Post Office 8.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
AYLESBEARE COMMON (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/07/2005) 1.5 mi
CADHAY 3.2 mi
BICTON 3.2 mi
ROCKBEARE MANOR 3.6 mi
CONNAUGHT GARDENS 3.7 mi
Local events
- Sidmouth Folk Festival (Friday 2 August 2024 – Friday 2 August 2024)
Sidmouth, Devon 3.8 mi
- Beautiful Days (Friday 16 August 2024 – Friday 16 August 2024)
Ottery St Mary, Devon 4.3 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.
Want to know more about camping in Devon?
- Does Bowhayes Farm Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Bowhayes Farm Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Bowhayes Farm Camping? Local attractions and activities include: - Ottery St Mary: 10 minutes’ drive - Bicton College Arboretum: 10 minutes - Crealy Theme Park and Resort: 15 minutes - Budleigh Salterton: 15 minutes - … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Bowhayes Farm Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Bowhayes Farm Camping? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.