Bales Ash Campsite

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The pitch (added by manager 23 Aug 2022)
View over the grass pitches
Relaxed atmosphere
Cream teas including gluten-free and vegan options

  • Rolig camping, som det var engang
  • Gratis, varme brusebade
  • Afslappet og rummelig campingplads med bålsteder, der kan lejes
With a low carbon footprint, views to make your eyes water, homemade cakes and scones and a warm welcome for the pooch… it's no surprise that guests glow with warmth about the spacious Bales Ash Campsite near Umberleigh. Described by its amiable owners as 'a little green campsite in the heart of north Devon', Bales Ash sits up above the Taw Valley amid countryside of the beaut variety and fab views across to nearby Exmoor. The Tarka Trail is within easy driving distance and the (also fab) surfing beaches of north Devon are within 35 minutes' drive of the site. As you might expect from a site that endorses 'camping as it used to be', the vibe is relaxed and friendly. The amenities are kept to a spotless standard and include three hot showers, three eco-friendly compost loos, a shared portable toilet and outdoor Belfast sinks with hot and cold water. Wifi is available and guests can charge phones for free in the shower block. Water at Bales Ash comes from the site's borehole and is treated to provide pristinely clean fresh drinking water; tap water standpipes are also on each pitching field. All of the electric comes from 40 solar panels. There's also recycling collection. Teas and cakes can be baked on request (surely something to request as soon as you arrive) and the owners specialise in top-notch gluten-free baking. There's a shop selling cakes on site. And then settle down to stargaze or to sit by a firepit (for hire for a small charge): guests glow with warmth about the quiet of this place too.

Pladstype

Teltpladser 25
Autocamperpladser 25
Lej et telt 1
Træhytter, hytter eller camping-pods 2
Åbent hele året
Åbner
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  • Dobbelte aksler er ikke tilladte på pladsen.
  • Mindst én af de overnattende skal være 18 eller ældre.

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Just fabulous

Samlet 10/10
Beliggenhed 10
Værdi for pengene 10
Indkvartering 10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter 10
Kundeservice 10
Børnevenligt 10
Renlighed 10
Wi-fi 10
Lisa N. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

hyrdehytte

Syntes om: We stayed in the shepherd's hut with our 2 dogs for one night. We loved everything. It was clean and the accommodation was beautiful with all the things you need. Debbie was a lovely host and we've already booked to go back again.

Syntes ikke om: Nothing to dislike

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Clean and well ran estate

Samlet 10/10
Beliggenhed 10
Værdi for pengene 10
Indkvartering 10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter 10
Kundeservice 10
Børnevenligt 10
Renlighed 10
Wi-fi 10
Chris M. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal til telt eller autocamper med græs med elektricitet

Syntes om: Thanks to Debbie and the team we had a wonderful stay at Bales Ash Campsite, nothing was to much to ask we forgot out kettle and she even had one of those we could borrow. Lovely campsite and very knowledgeable about surrounding areas thanks Debbie see yous all next year.

Syntes ikke om: Nothing

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Level large pitches , clean facilities, fab host

Samlet 10/10
Beliggenhed 10
Værdi for pengene 10
Indkvartering 10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter 10
Kundeservice 10
Børnevenligt 10
Renlighed 10
Wi-fi 6
Laura M. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal til telt eller autocamper med græs med elektricitet

Syntes om: We loved our stay at bales ash , Debbie was a fantastic host. Very welcoming. Very well kept , very clean . Lovely little shop for all your essentials . Fire pits to hire with logs etc for a proper camping experience . So much space for the family to play games. Our dog loved it and was made very welcome . I highly recommend trying Debbies cakes. She made one for our sons birthday all gluten free for our needs and it was fantastic . Debbie was very knowledgeable on places to eat in the area . There's some lovely walks for the dog . Love that it's all very eco friendly. We will 100% be returning to bales ash campsite .

Syntes ikke om: Absolutely nothing to dislike. It's fab

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Great back to basics camping, with clean facilities & a laid back vibe

Samlet 10/10
Beliggenhed 10
Værdi for pengene 10
Indkvartering 10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter 10
Kundeservice 10
Børnevenligt 10
Renlighed 10
Wi-fi 10
Gemma R. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal til telt eller autocamper med græs med elektricitet

Syntes om: Debbie was very laid back about arrival times & putting a group of us (roller derby teammates) together. We had loads of space & paid extra for our own private portaloo. The main shower block, recycling & washing up facilities were a short walk away & clean & tidy & never busy. The campsite was friendly & peaceful & was close to the river where we swam at Umberleigh & played on paddle boards & kayaks (wasn’t deep enough for fins but ok for a play around). We enjoyed being able to have a camp fire each night & enjoy hanging out together. I had electric hookup for my van & it was well priced. I’d stay again, handy being half an hour from home but far enough into the countryside that it felt like a little holiday.

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Lots of space. Great host. Toilets and showers cleaned regularly. Great views…

Samlet 10/10
Beliggenhed 8
Værdi for pengene 10
Indkvartering 10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter 8
Kundeservice 10
Børnevenligt 10
Renlighed 10
Wi-fi 8
Tara P. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal til telt eller autocamper med græs uden elektricitet

Syntes om: Lots of space. Great host. Toilets and showers cleaned regularly. Great views and amazing sunsets

Syntes ikke om: Nothing

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Lovely quiet chilled stay!

Samlet 10/10
Beliggenhed 10
Værdi for pengene 10
Indkvartering 10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter 10
Kundeservice 10
Børnevenligt 10
Renlighed 10
Wi-fi Ingen bedømmelse
Jessica P. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal til telt eller autocamper med græs med elektricitet

Syntes om: Loved how quiet and relaxed it was here! Really chill vibe. The owners were so friendly and helpful! Lovely people! Our dog loved it!

Syntes ikke om: Nothing.

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Excellent site, friendly, clean, quiet and nice level pitches.

Samlet 10/10
Beliggenhed 10
Værdi for pengene 10
Indkvartering 10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter 10
Kundeservice 10
Børnevenligt 10
Renlighed 10
Wi-fi 10
Milly H. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal til telt eller autocamper med græs med elektricitet

Syntes om: The campsite was perfect! Not too busy and everyone was so friendly, facilities were clean. Perfect for a weekend get away.

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Everything you need. Peaceful, clean and friendly and helpful staff

Samlet 10/10
Beliggenhed 10
Værdi for pengene 10
Indkvartering 10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter 10
Kundeservice 10
Børnevenligt 10
Renlighed 10
Wi-fi 10
Sam F. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

The Horse Box træhytte

Syntes om: Amazing views Peaceful

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Lovely site, so much space! Great location to travel to lots…

Samlet 8/10
Beliggenhed 8
Værdi for pengene 10
Indkvartering 8
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter 6
Kundeservice 10
Børnevenligt 10
Renlighed 10
Wi-fi 6
Claire M. Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal til telt eller autocamper med græs med elektricitet

Syntes om: Lovely site, so much space! Great location to travel to lots of lovely beaches & other days out. Showers & shop were great. Loved the honesty box/tab - so convenient and loved the trusting attitude! Very dog friendly 🐶 Amazing sky-scape for stargazing 💫 Owners - Debbie & co…were wonderful, super friendly, helpful, seriously relaxed attitude!! Loved it ❤️

Syntes ikke om: Not so keen on the separator toilets, a bit of a struggle for little people…but this was overcome by booking our own portaloo next to our pitch. Lovely site, so much space! Great location to travel to lots of lovely beaches & other days out. Showers & shop were great. Loved the honesty box/tab - so convenient and loved the trusting attitude! Very dog friendly 🐶 Amazing sky-scape for stargazing 💫 Owners - Debbie & co…were wonderful, super friendly, helpful, seriously relaxed attitude!! Loved it ❤️ 👍

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Amazing site, with a friendly atmosphere and great pitches

Samlet 10/10
Beliggenhed 10
Værdi for pengene 10
Indkvartering 10
Faciliteter/Aktiviteter 10
Kundeservice 10
Børnevenligt 10
Renlighed 10
Wi-fi 10
Anonym Anmelderen reserverede via Pitchup.com

Areal til telt eller autocamper med græs uden elektricitet

Syntes om: Super friendly atmosphere, honesty boxes for the shop and plenty of fire wood for your campfire

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Faciliteter

Fritidsaktiviteter på stedet

Aftenunderholdning Bar eller klubhus Børneklub Cykelleje Fiskeri Fitnesscenter Fjernsynsrum Indendørs swimmingpool Legeplads Restaurant/Bar på pladsen Spillerum Takeaway Tennis Udendørs swimmingpool Vandsport

Faciliteter på stedet

Afhentning fra offentlig transport Bad til rådighed Bilparkering ved campingarealet/enheden Bruser til rådighed Familietoiletter Fryser med køleelement Gratis wi-fi Hundepark Internet-adgang Komposttoilet Købmandsbutik Lokale produkter Møntvaskeri Offentlig telefon Offentlige toiletter Opvaskeområde Portabelt toilet Toiletblok Tørrerum Wi-fi

Grupper er velkomne

Familievenlig Grupper af samme køn velkomne Grupper af studerende velkomne Motorcyklister velkomne Skoleklasser velkomne Stævner velkomne

Regler

Bål tilladt Erhvervskøretøjer tilladt Grill kan lånes Grill tilladt Hunde tilladte Hunde tilladte hele året rundt

Temaer

Camping uden faciliteter Fredfyldt Lavpris/backpacker Paradis for vandringsfolk Spektakulært landskab

Service

Gasflasker til rådighed Genbrug tilgængeligt Grøn energi Kemisk bortskaffelse Ladestationer til elbiler Opladningsfaciliteter

Faciliteter i nærheden

Bar i nærheden Butik i nærheden Hundevenligt område Offentlig transport i nærheden

Type

Mellem (26-50 arealenheder)

Accessibility

Handicapfaciliteter

Fritidsaktiviteter i nærheden

Cykelleje i nærheden Cykling i nærheden Fiskeri i nærheden Fritids-/forlystelsespark i nærheden Golf i nærheden Restaurant i nærheden Ridning i nærheden Surfskole i nærheden Vandsport i nærheden

Beliggenhed

Bales Ash Campsite

High Bickington

Umberleigh

Devon

England

EX37 9BL

Rutevejledning

Tidszone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50,95563°N
-3,98211°V

Nærmeste transport

Bus
12,4 km The Square
12,4 km The Square
14,7 km Bus Station
Jernbane
2,2 km Portsmouth Arms Rail Station
4,6 km Umberleigh Rail Station
5,8 km Kings Nympton Rail Station
Færge
17,1 km Bideford Ferry Landing
17,6 km Instow Ferry Landing
18,3 km Appledore Ferry Landing
Lufthavn
47 km Exeter International Airport

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Lokale seværdigheder

A number of scenic strolls are directly accessible from the site, such as the easy one-hour round walk to two local pubs, or the hike to Woodland Trust land on Kingford Hill. The north Devon stretch of the South West Coast Path is a little further away. Within easy reach by car, the scenic beaches of Croyde, Woolacombe, Saunton, Putsborough and Westward Ho! will give days upon days of sunbathing, surf lessons, swimming, rockpools, kitesurfing and coasteering. The Tarka Trail, a series of footpaths and cycle paths through north Devon, is a short drive away; alternatively, cycle to one of the stations along the Tarka Line train route running for 39 miles between Exeter and Barnstaple. Also in the region, you could get green at the RHS Rosemoor Gardens or Broomhill Sculpture Garden; try National Trust attractions like Arlington Court; hike the Heddon Valley or visit the Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon to see what's been what in the area throughout the ages. And if you have kids, they'll be glowing with happiness after days out at Devon family-based attractions like The Big Sheep, Exmoor Zoo, Watermouth Castle and Family Theme Park and Atlantis Adventure Park.

Vandkvalitet for nærliggende badevand

Navn Afstand Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Westward Ho! 20,3 km Hav Ikke Relevant Fremragende Fremragende Fremragende
Saunton Sands 24,5 km Hav Ikke Relevant Fremragende Fremragende Fremragende
Croyde Bay 26,5 km Hav Ikke Relevant God Fremragende God
Putsborough 26,9 km Hav Ikke Relevant Fremragende Fremragende Fremragende
Combe Martin 28,3 km Hav Dårlig Dårlig Dårlig Dårlig

Datakilde: Det Europæiske Miljøagentur

Bør opleves

RHS Garden Rosemoor 11 km

Castle Drogo 31,3 km

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 40,9 km

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 41,1 km

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 21,2 km

Finch Foundry 25,4 km

Heddon Valley 29,2 km

Castle Drogo 31,3 km

Watersmeet 32,3 km

Cykelruter

Find lokale ruter på det nationale cykelnet - over 19,000 kilometer cykelruter.

Andet

KING'S NYMPTON PARK 5,9 km

Eggesford Station - Eggesford Barton - Nethercott - Eggesford Station 10,7 km

CASTLE HILL 11,5 km

GREAT TORRINGTON CEMETERY 12,1 km

TAPELEY PARK 16,3 km

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Nærmeste pladser

Desværre har vi ingen pladser i nærheden, som kan reserveres.

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