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
Campground type
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20
5
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).
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, 28 Mar to
Site types & availability
5 
Unpowered grass campervan site
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Min 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 30 (GBP 30)
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Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Min 5m width × 6m depth (30m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 30 (GBP 30)
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Unpowered grass motorhome site
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Min 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 33 (GBP 33)
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Powered grass and gravel caravan site
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass and gravel
Site size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 37 (GBP 37)
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Powered grass motorhome site
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Min 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 40 (GBP 40)
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Reviews
97% would recommend this campground to a friend
95% would stay here again
What customers say
This tidy campsite's ripper spot on the Tarka Trail is a cyclist and walker's dream. Guests rave about the spotless, modern facilities, roomy sites, and helpful staff. Lovely estuary views and a chilled vibe get a big tick. The onsite microbrewery is a bonus. Some mention it can get windy and wish for more shelter.
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Last updated 28/07/2026
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Quiet with large pitches and clean,…
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Liked Quiet with large pitches and clean, nee, facilities. Right on the bike trail, easy to find and good roads to get in. They also have a drive over grey water, which we found hard to find at some places.
Disliked Honestly nothing at all!
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A perfect North Devon holiday
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Liked This was a return visit to our favourite campsite. Everything was wonderful, from the cheerful welcome, to the ultra-clean toilets and the view across the estuary. We choose this site for its access to the Tarka trail where we can cycle traffic-free into nearby places like Barnstable, Bideford, Instow and Appledore. But the site is excellent in its own right.
Disliked No laundry facilities?
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Great all rounder camp sight will definitely be back
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Liked Great location good transport links, great for walking or if you have a bike
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From the manager: Fab photo - we do love our sunsets. Thank you for your kind review, hope to see you again soon, Tarka Trail Camping
Would highly recommend
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Liked Lovely site, good size pitches easy to get to. A gate onto Tarka trail for us to enjoy 2 days of level cycling with great views. Fantastic shower/toilet block & a great WiFi.
Disliked The helicopters were out one night, rather noisy, but can’t be helped.
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Liked Cleanliness of facilities. Location to cycle path.
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review. Hope to see you again soon, Tarka Trail Camping
Lovely site with very clean facilities…
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Liked Lovely site with very clean facilities
Disliked A freezer to freeze ice blocks would be handy especially with the hot weather when the fridge was struggling.
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From the manager: We're glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon. Thank you, Tarka Trail Camping
Pitch was a great size, showers/toilet/washup…
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Liked Pitch was a great size, showers/toilet/washup areas were very clean. The added bonus was the sunset each evening.
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From the manager: We do love our sunsets and we're glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your kind review, hope to see you again soon.Tarka Trail Camping
Excellent facilities which were clean. Close…
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Liked Excellent facilities which were clean. Close to the walk/bike trail
Great location
Quiet
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This 5* site is for the more senior people looking for quiet time
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Liked Very well run site with beautiful views.
The entrance from the main road is interesting I would say!
Flat and well kept pitches with hard standing, hook ups close by.
The toilet/shower/dishwashing facilities are 5*, I couldn't fault them!
Ideal for more senior cyclists and dog walker (I don't have a bike or a dog).
Disliked This isn't a site criticism, but, the site is very sedate.
Not a lot of life (when we were there) no flags or lights/banners or such.
This is the first time in six years I have been charged £5/night for a car being towed by a motorhome!
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A lovely family run site with…
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Liked A lovely family run site with excellent pitches and facilities right next to the Tarka Trail
Disliked Nothing about the site it was the 10 month road closure in the village having to find an alternative route.
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From the manager: We're glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon. Thank you for your kind review, Tarka Trail Camping
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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowedThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pub campgroundNearby 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 nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service pointLocation
Tarka Trail Camping
Lower Yelland Farm
Yelland
Devon
England
EX31 3EN
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.07206°N
4.15486°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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westward Ho! | 6.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Saunton Sands | 6.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Croyde Bay | 8.8 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Excellent | Good |
| Putsborough | 9.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Woolacombe Village | 11.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
RHS Garden Rosemoor 14.4 km
Castle Drogo 48.3 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
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?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Tarka Trail Camping? From $57.38 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.