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General
- Peaceful site in Exmoor’s Porlock Vale, for guests aged 16 and over
- Around three miles from Minehead or the village of Porlock
- In a farmed meadow on the National Trust's Holnicote Estate
Sitting among the scenic landscapes of the National Trust’s Holnicote Estate in Exmoor National Park, Porlock Vale Campsite is a peaceful and secluded spot for adults (aged 16+) where you can relax and surround yourself with nature in a gorgeous farmed meadow. There’s much to explore locally for walkers and cyclists – the spectacular panoramas of the Dunkery Commons, Webber’s Post, Ley Hill, Horner Woods, Selworthy Hill and the South West Coast Path are all nearby, as are some lovely tea rooms and a farm shop.
Moorland, woodland and coast can all be easily reached from Porlock Vale Campsite and the site is under half a mile from the A39 (where the Exmoor Coaster bus can stop). For pubs, cafés and shops, you’re only about three miles from either Minehead or pretty Porlock, leading on to Porlock Weir.
The views on site take in oak trees, woodland, hedges, undulating pastures, hills and the dramatic moorland rising up to to Dunkery Beacon, the highest point in all of Exmoor. The river Aller also meanders through the site, creating a relaxed atmosphere to fit with the site’s ethos of ‘peace and tranquility’.
Facilities at this 17-acre site near Luccombe include access to good-quality drinking water, washing-up facilities, a mobile toilet block with flushing toilets, and showers.
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Reviews
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Delightful site in a super location.
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An excellent site with a warm and informative welcome!
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Thank you Sarah! We very much appreciate your review and pictures and glad your enjoyed your holiday. |
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Thank you Ian - much appreciated! It was lovely to meet you and look forward to seeing you again. |
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Wonderful open space surrounded by stunning countryside.
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Thank you for this lovely review Nick - much appreciated. |
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Loved the Millennium Woods; great for short dog walks and …
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Features
Coronavirus
Hand sanitising stations
More frequent emptying of bins
Shared spaces: more frequent cleaning
Staggered showering times
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
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups 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
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Peaceful
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wild camping
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
Nearby farmers' market
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Farm
Medium (26-50 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Tennis nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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The Parade
— 3.0 miles
Butlins — 3.8 miles
The Square — 17.6 miles
- Train stations
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Llantwit Major Rail Station
— 15.1 miles
Rhoose Rail Station — 15.8 miles
Barry Rail Station — 17.9 miles
- Ferry ports
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Minehead Harbour
— 3.5 miles
Barry Waterfront Ferry Terminal — 18.4 miles
Penarth Pier — 23.4 miles
- Airports
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Cardiff International Airport
— 16.7 miles
Turn left off A39 towards Luccombe. At the Blackford turning, bear right and look out for the campsite 600m further along that lane on the left.
Local attractions
The campsite shares the farm with the Exmoor Pony Project, a locally run initiative to breed, care for and encourage better understanding of Exmoor's rare native ponies. All the animals are housed in excellent conditions, and you can come and admire them looking their best as they trot between their barns, corrals and paddocks.
Five minutes' drive away from site, the picture-postcard village of Selworthy has spectacular views over the local countryside, plus a tea room where you can fill up on freshly baked cake. For access to the sea, there's Bossington beach (10 minutes' drive), a pebble-based spot owned by the National Trust with pretty views over the Exmoor Hills, or you could take the scenic drive through forests and moors to Lynton and Lynmouth (30 minutes) for fish and chips on the quay and surfing in the spray.
Exmoor is one of those fabulous places that has both countryside and coast to explore, so walkers and cyclists have a plethora of scenery to enjoy on their jaunts here. The South West Coast Path is one of the main draws, of course – you could fill many a day covering several different sections – while inland highlights include Dunkery Beacon (three miles away) and Tarr Steps (half an hour’s drive).
Must see
- St Fagans: National History Museum (23.3 miles)
- Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (23.7 miles)
- Millennium Stadium (25.2 miles)
National Trust
- Holnicote Estate (1.0 miles)
- Dunster Working Watermill (4.4 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
- Does Porlock Vale Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Porlock Vale Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Porlock Vale Campsite? The campsite shares the farm with the Exmoor Pony Project, a locally run initiative to breed, care for and encourage better understanding of Exmoor's rare native ponies. All the animals are housed … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Porlock Vale Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m.
Thank you Lorrayne - we very much appreciate this review and are glad you all enjoyed your stay.