Tarka Trail Camping

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  • Peaceful family-run site on the outskirts of Yelland
  • Five miles from Barnstaple and Bideford, and six from Westward Ho!
  • Walkers' paradise: direct access to Tarka Trail/South West Coast Path
North Devon has many special spots, but the golden triangle around the rivers Taw and Torridge and the sea is particularly pretty. Guests at Tarka Trail Camping are right in the middle of this sweet spot, making this a great base to explore the area's various watery vistas. This site on the outskirts of Yelland is well suited to quiet rural breaks, but its location close to a main road makes getting around a breeze: popular spots such as Barnstaple, Bideford and Westward Ho! can all be reached within 15 minutes' drive. Guests who want to leave the car behind can hop about on the local bus, which handily stops in the village (10 minutes' walk away). There's direct access to the popular Tarka Trail from the site – it is, of course, named after an otter so it's no surprise that the creatures make an appearance now and then around these parts (although this smashing stretch of river is reward enough even without them). If all that walking (or cycling) builds up an appetite, fear not – weary wanderers are free to enjoy a barbecue back at base (provisions can be picked up a mile away in Fremington). Looking for a drink with that? Yelland Manor Micro Brewery is located right next door, and a café is 10 minutes' walk away. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, but please keep them on a lead while on site.

Campground type

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  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

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9.5

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97% would recommend this campground to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

A tidy, quiet spot right on the Tarka Trail with great estuary views. Guests rave about the spotless, modern loos and showers. Sites are usually big, flat, and well-spaced. The on-site microbrewery's a hit! Easy access to walks and bikes, plus a bus stop nearby.

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Jo S.

Unpowered grass campervan site

Liked Spotless toilet and shower block even though it was the last weekend of the season they were the best we have ever seen on any campsite.
The site is a great location for walking and cycling.
We were able to change to an electric pitch.

Disliked Nothing.

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass campervan site

Liked The shower, toilet and washing up block were immaculately clean even though it was the last days of the season. It is a lovely quiet site and the owners are friendly and very helpful.

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Will definitely look to come back next year now

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Martyn H.

Powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked Brilliant quiet site with immaculate facilities - lovely views

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Excellent site. Looking forward to next visit

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Joanne B.

Powered grass motorhome site

Liked Everything
Showers and toilet facilities excellent- so clean. Access to Tarka Trail. Onsite pub with its entertaining owner a must. Ale brewed onsite and one of the best pizzas I’ve tasted. Small campsite but so friendly

Disliked Nothing

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Debbie J.

Powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked Absolutely loved this site, ideal for us with two young dogs and very peaceful.Had all the facilities we needed. Toilets and showers amazing and very clean . Direct access to Tarka trail

Disliked Nothing well except the weather 🤣

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Valerie M.

Powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked Very close to the Tarka trail. Superb views across the Taw estuary and bird reserve. Easy walk to Instow beach (2 kilometres) which was great for the dogs.
Excellent facilities.
Level pitches. Free WiFi good TV signal.

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Great level pitches on a very well maintained site

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Jill N.

Powered grass motorhome site

Liked Lovely sized pitches, immaculate shower block, located on the Tarka Trail.

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Tracey C.

Powered grass motorhome site

Liked Shower and wash facilities very good and clean.
Nice size pitches well spaced out.

Straight onto Tarka trail is great.

Disliked Needs more hedging around pitches to shelter from wind and be more private.

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Quiet and peaceful. A lovely campsite with excellent facilities

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Sinead C.

Unpowered grass campervan site

Liked Pitch size very generous
Toilet facilities excellent by always clean
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Quiet and peaceful
Easy access to the Tarka Trail
Rosemary very friendly and prompt on emails

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Great location for Tarka Trail access

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Anonymous

Powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked Great location for Tarka Trail access. Site was orderly and efferently designed. My campervan was very happy on level pitch which was exactly as pictured in the photos and located close to the shower block. Polite and friendly greeting on arrival. Night was quiet for a great night sleep. Large Shower/toilet block was very clean and tidy. Good WiFi connection from the gravel pitches

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Features

Dogs 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

Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet 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

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pub campground

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Tarka Trail Camping

Lower Yelland Farm

Yelland

Devon

England

EX31 3EN

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

51.07206°N
4.15486°W

Nearest transport

Coach
0.5 km Post Office
2.2 km New Inn
2.3 km New Inn
Rail
6.4 km Barnstaple Rail Station
11 km Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
14.7 km Umberleigh Rail Station
Ferry
3 km Instow Ferry Landing
3.2 km Appledore Ferry Landing
6.9 km Bideford Ferry Landing

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

The traffic-free Tarka Trail is a top pick for walks and bike rides around here. The 30-mile section that runs adjacent to the site follows the route of an old railway, so it's fairly flat (excellent news for occasional walkers/cyclists). Bike hire is available at the old station by Fremington Quay (three miles away by road/a mile and a half's walk along the trail), where there's also a café and heritage centre. Wildlife spotters should check out RSPB Isley Marsh (under a mile by foot), where waders galore are drawn to a peaceful saltmarsh. Serious birdwatchers can head out for the day to to Lundy Island: the ferry leaves Bideford (10 minutes' drive) several times a week and takes around two hours. For a day at the beach, head to Instow (a five-minute drive), a sandy riverside spot with sweeping views over the estuary that's popular with sailors and windsurfers. If you fancy taking to the waves, catch the Instow to Appledore Ferry across the Taw. Westward Ho! (15 minutes) is home to another fine beach and is a hub for surfers, kayakers and paddleboarders (with kit for hire) as well as go-karting.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Westward Ho! 6.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Saunton Sands 6.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Croyde Bay 8.8 km Sea N/AGoodExcellentGood
Putsborough 9.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Woolacombe Village 11.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 14.4 km

Castle Drogo 48.3 km

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 58 km

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 58.5 km

Tintagel Castle 61.8 km

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 14.6 km

Heddon Valley 22.5 km

Watersmeet 29.9 km

Lundy 36.9 km

Finch Foundry 41.3 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

ISLEY MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 05/04/1990) 0.3 km

TAPELEY PARK 3.8 km

Northam Burrows - Coast Path - Appledore - Diddywell - Northam Burrows 5.7 km

SAUNTON COURT 6.2 km

Saunton - Croyde - Putsborough - Fruit and Nut Trail 6.8 km

Local events

  • Farnborough International Airshow (Monday 20 July 2026 – Monday 20 July 2026)

    Farnborough, England 237.3 km

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 Tarka Trail Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Tarka Trail Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Tarka Trail Camping? The traffic-free Tarka Trail is a top pick for walks and bike rides around here. The 30-mile section that runs adjacent to the site follows the route of an old railway, so … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Tarka Trail Camping?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  5:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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