Thorn Campsite
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- Well-maintained wild camping field on a golf course in rural Devon
- A 10-minute drive from the Jurassic Coast, Branscombe and Sidmouth
- Golf and snacks on site; beaches, coastal hikes, pubs and shops nearby
Site type
15
4Dogs
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).
General
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri 15 May to
Pitch types & availability
2 
Electric optional grass motorhome pitch
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £19
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- 6
Electric optional grass tent pitch
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £19
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Reviews
83% would recommend this site to a friend
85% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite offers a relaxed atmosphere with spacious, flat pitches and friendly, helpful owners. Located on a golf course, it provides a peaceful setting close to Sidmouth and the coast path. While many praise the cleanliness and adequacy of the toilets and showers, some reviews mention issues with low water pressure, occasional lack of hot water for washing up, and the distance to facilities. The site is noted for good value and suitability for families and those seeking a quiet break.
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Last updated 25/08/2026
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The owner was super friendly and…
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Anonymous Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked The owner was super friendly and really helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. The campsite had everything needed and having no check in / out times was an added bonus. Would definitely stay again
Disliked Nothing
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Do not use this site. Dont know where all the reviews came from.
Electric optional grass motorhome pitch
Liked Absoulutely nothing. Luckily the site up the road could fit us in
Disliked Everything, this is the worst site, so bad we did not stay. The field we were shown to had nothing but old vehicles a metal toilet and lots of rubbish. No stars for this site
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Malcom was very welcoming, even though…
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked Malcom was very welcoming, even though I got stuck in traffic on the way down he was very understanding of us arriving late. A lovely campsite and very easy to get to places like sidmouth and Exeter. Nice area to camp and it was nice to have proper toilets and showers available.
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Lovely peaceful, no frills site. The…
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked Lovely peaceful, no frills site. The owner/manager was friendly and helpful, the site had everything we needed to be comfortable and the location was very convenient.
We didn't bring the firepit with us due to the dry weather, but definitely will next time. Having the choice where to pitch and being able to park by the tent is always appreciated. The ground was nice and level and there was plenty of options for shade so we were very happy with our spot even if it did mean a bit of a trek to the facilities.
Wouldn't hesitate to book again.
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Would use again.
Electric optional grass motorhome pitch
Liked Lovely quiet site.
Disliked Not really a dislike, but the shower block could do with some work.
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One of the best places to…
Anonymous Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked One of the best places to go , do nice and quiet Area. Strongly recommend
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Great location to explore Devon, Dorset and Somerset
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked Plenty of open space, peaceful, nice and flat pitches and owner very helpful and welcoming
Disliked Been really picky……Shower block little too far however there is a toilet accessible and no hot water for washing up
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Will defo be back!
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked Flat, clean campsite, friendly, helpful owners. Toilets and showers clean. Plenty of space for your pitch. You choose where you pitch. Loved how there was no set check in/out times…. So after a long drive - I was there and set up for 10.30am so I could enjoy the rest of my day.
Superb location for the beaches (just a 20 min walk away) and the south west coastal path.
Ideal for walks. I will definitely be back!
Disliked Nothing! This site is spot on!
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We enjoyed our 1 night stay…
Electric optional grass motorhome pitch
Liked We enjoyed our 1 night stay here a few nights ago ~ We found the owners to be very helpful, and welcoming; we were shown around the campsite and to the facilities, and were even given toilet paper too! What's not to like?!
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Wouldn't bother, unless your desperate!
Electric optional grass motorhome pitch
Liked Nothing...
Disliked The owner wasn't very helpful.
Said they had WIFI when I booked, nope!
The toilets and showers were a shambles! They didn't even supply toilet paper???
I stayed on a Saturday night and wasn't warned about a party they were having!
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Features
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Pop-up campsite
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Thorn Campsite
Thorn Golf Centre
Salcombe Regis
Sidmouth
Devon
England
EX10 0JH
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.69764°N
3.20277°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Food and drink
- Blue Ball Inn Pub 0.9 mi
- The Salty Monk Restaurant 1 mi
- Rising Sun Pub 1.2 mi
- Red Lion Pub 1.7 mi
- The Balfour Pub 1.7 mi
- Volunteer Inn Pub 1.7 mi
- The Cinnamon Tree Restaurant 1.9 mi
- Swan Inn Pub 1.9 mi
- Phoenix Restaurant 1.9 mi
- The Black Horse Pub 2 mi
Groceries
- Lidl 1.6 mi
- Waitrose 1.8 mi
- Co-op Food 1.9 mi
- Sainsbury's 5.1 mi
- Aldi 5.9 mi
- Tesco 6 mi
Parks and play
- Deepway Millennium Green park 1.6 mi
- The Byes park 1.6 mi
- The Knapp park 1.9 mi
- Peaslands Knapp park 1.9 mi
- Blackmore Gardens park 2 mi
- Pearl Pirate Ship Playground 4.4 mi
- Playstation Playground 4.4 mi
- Pecorama Gardens park 4.4 mi
- Venn Ottery Village Green park 4.7 mi
- Land of Canaan park 5.2 mi
Family days out
- Donkey Sanctuary 0.6 mi
- The Donkey Sanctuary 0.6 mi
- Site of old Lime Kilns 2.2 mi
- Glenside 2.2 mi
- Earth works 2.3 mi
- The Manor Mill 3 mi
- Beer Quarry Caves 3.9 mi
- Venn Ottery Solar Time 4.7 mi
- Tumbling Weir 5.1 mi
- Otterton Mill 5.2 mi
Public transport
- Englands Close 0.9 mi
- Fortescue Phone Box 1 mi
- Sid Vale Close 1.2 mi
- Drake's Avenue 1.2 mi
- Primley Road 1.5 mi
- Burscombe Lane 1.6 mi
- Chapel Street 1.6 mi
- Winslade Road 1.6 mi
- Manstone Lane 1.6 mi
- Church 1.7 mi
Beaches
- Jacobs Ladder Beach 2.8 mi
- Branscombe Beach 3.5 mi
- Hooken Beach 4.1 mi
- Hooken Beach 4.2 mi
- Little Beach 4.6 mi
- Beer Roads 4.9 mi
- Seaton Beach 6 mi
What’s nearby
- Thorn Park Golf Centre 0.05 mi
- Oak Mead Family Golf (Pitch & Putt) 1 mi
Local services
- Boots Pharmacy 1.6 mi
- Sidmouth Pharmacy 1.9 mi
- Beacon Medical Centre Doctors 1.9 mi
- Lloyds Pharmacy 1.9 mi
- Sidmouth Health Centre Doctors 1.9 mi
- Sidmouth Victoria Hospital 2 mi
- ICS Charging station 3.8 mi
- Beer Pharmacy 4.8 mi
- Boots Pharmacy 5 mi
- Esso Fuel station 5.1 mi
Must see
Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site 2 mi
Crealy Great Adventure Park 9.3 mi
The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 12.9 mi
Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 14.4 mi
Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 15.3 mi
National Trust
Branscombe: the Old Bakery, Manor Mill and Forge 2.8 mi
Shute Barton 8 mi
Loughwood Meeting House 8.8 mi
A la Ronde 9.7 mi
Killerton: Marker's Cottage 11.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Weston - Coastal Path - Salcombe Regis 1 mi
CONNAUGHT GARDENS 2.4 mi
Branscombe – Street and the Coastal Path 3.5 mi
COMBE HOUSE 5.3 mi
BICTON 5.5 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 Thorn Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Thorn Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Thorn Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - Golf: on site - The Donkey Sanctuary: five minutes’ drive - Norman Lockyer Observatory: five minutes - Jurassic Coast: 10 minutes - Salcombe Regis (beach): 10 … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Thorn Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Thorn Campsite? From £19 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.