Ralegh's Cross Inn

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Raleghs Cross Inn
Raleghs cross inn
Flat pitches
Pitches by the trees
The grounds of the inn
Far-reaching views
Sunset over the exmoor hills
Bar area in the inn
Carvery served wednesdays, saturdays and sundays
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Flat pitches
Pitches by the trees
The grounds of the inn

  • In the grounds of a country inn in Exmoor National Park
  • A 15-minute drive from Watchet and 30 from Taunton and Minehead
  • Pub classics, evening specials and carvery night at the restaurant
Spectacular national park views, local eats and a traditional English country inn? If that’s ticking your boxes, scurry along to Ralegh's Cross Inn, an adults-only site 15 minutes’ drive from the Somerset coastal town of Watchet. In the grounds of the Ralegh's Cross Inn, the site is – as one might imagine – exceptionally well placed when hunger strikes. It’s a short amble from pitches to the restaurant, where chefs cook up local ingredients for pub classics, light lunches, evening specials and (on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays) carvery spreads. Of course, there’s more to travel than the food, and the site’s in a top spot for adventures beyond tickling taste buds too. Just inside the south eastern edge of Exmoor National Park, it’s well suited to energetic explorers who are keen to venture out on hikes and bikes, and there’s bike rental available 35 minutes away. For hols spent by the sea, it’s an easy 15 minutes to the nearest (pebble) beach in Watchet, and half an hour to the sands of Minehead. Once everyone tires of splashing about, a return to site should prove calming: soak up views towards Dunkery Beacon (Exmoor’s highest point), Bristol Channel and the Welsh hills.

Campground type

Tent sites 70
Caravan sites 30
RV & Motorhome sites 40
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No charcoal barbecues allowed.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

English

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

8.6

Overall rating from 399 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

91% would recommend this campground to a friend

88% would stay here again

What customers say

Raleghs Cross: chill, adult-only camping, big spots, friendly vibes. On-site pub gets rave reviews for grub and fair prices. Facilities are clean but basic; some reckon they're due an update. Great for exploring Exmoor/coast. Staff are legends. Top value, folks wanna come back.

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 Martin B. 4 reviews

Powered grass and earth site

Liked Another great stay for us at Raleghs Cross. Staff always pleasant and helpful and the on-site amenities are excellent considering the price. Lots to see n do whilst there. We went walking in the Quantocks and down to some of the less accessible beaches along the north coast. Watchet is down the hill and well worth a visit. Pebbles Tavern is a must for cider drinkers and the Harbour is a nice place to just sit n relax. Pub serves decent food on-site but no shop nearby

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The place was first class, we…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked The place was first class, we loved it there.

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Very good

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 ian s. 2 reviews

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked Nice place to stay

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Camper heaven

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 Dawn W. 5 reviews

Powered grass and earth site

Liked Having read the poor reviews before I came I wasn’t expecting much but I was very pleasantly surprised. The fields are spacious and the site peaceful. The toilets are a bit tired but clean. We’re lucky enough to have a good shower in the van so didn’t use theirs. Had a meal the first night. Pub was clean, had a nice atmosphere and the staff were polite, the meal was delivered quickly, good food at usual pub prices had a peaceful night and we enjoyed our spot so much that we booked another 2 nights

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So good we extended our stay.…

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 Martin B. 4 reviews

Powered grass and earth site

Liked So good we extended our stay.

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Excellent facility, friendly staff, top notch…

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 Paul c. 3 reviews

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked Excellent facility, friendly staff, top notch carvery in the pub, highly recommend it.

Disliked Nothing

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Great stay , peaceful and quiet.

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Lauren C. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked Lovely and quiet, not overcrowded. Great pub food and service. Nice showers and facilities

Recommend to friends Visit again

Area and adjoining pub. Nice relaxing…

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Mark G. 1 review

Powered grass and earth site

Liked Area and adjoining pub. Nice relaxing atmosphere

Disliked Unisex toileta

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Peaceful site with a wonderful local…

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 Richard b. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site

Liked Peaceful site with a wonderful local pub that does amazing food. Within short driving distances of beaches

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!…

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Ann R. 2 reviews

Powered grass and earth site

Liked We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! We have a fearful dog and the staff were very helpful as to where we could set up not too close to other dogs! Before we went I looked at reviews and some people mentioned the showers, there’s nothing wrong with them! They’re spacious, warm and a lot more powerful than some sites we’ve been on!! Also, the pub is very reasonably priced and staff very friendly! We will be going back again soon!

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Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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 site/unit 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

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Walkers' paradise

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites) Pub campground

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Ralegh's Cross Inn

Brendon Hills

Watchet

Somerset

England

TA23 0LN

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.10079°N
3.37349°W

Nearest transport

Coach
13.3 km Butlins
13.8 km The Parade
17 km Post Office
Rail
13.6 km Bishop's Lydeard
20.4 km Tiverton Parkway Rail Station
20.8 km Taunton Rail Station
Ferry
14.3 km Minehead Harbour
27.1 km Bridgwater Ferry Terminal
33.9 km Barry Waterfront Ferry Terminal
Airport
33.2 km Cardiff International Airport
41.2 km Exeter International Airport

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

Make the most of Exmoor stays by signing up immediately for an Exmoor Wildlife Safari, clambering into the back of a Land Rover for guided excursions through the park, keeping eyes peeled for deer and the rare Exmoor ponies. There are no long treks to get going either, as the tour guides will pick guests up at Dunster, Dulverton or Exford, all within about 25 minutes’ drive. Get a closer look at some of the area’s wildlife (as well as some more exotic specimens) at Tropiquaria, a small Art Deco zoo in a former BBC radio transmitter station 10 minutes from base, or travel a little further (30 minutes) to the Exmoor Pony Centre to learn about the native ponies and even take a ride in the park. If interest in watery getaways was piqued by beach days in Minehead and Watchet, but less salt would be preferable, head along to Wimbleball Lake or Clatworthy Reservoir (both within 15 minutes) – the first for birdwatching, trout fishing and lessons in windsurfing, sailing, canoeing and rowing, and the second for pretty scenery, boat hire and fishing. Dip a toe into the past by visiting the Museum of Somerset and the military and cricket museums in Taunton, half an hour away, then dive further in with trips to Dunster Castle, Fyne Court and Knightshayes, all within 35 minutes of base. Prefer to finish hols on a celebratory note? Stumble over to Yearlstone Vineyard (40 minutes) for a tipple or two.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Blue Anchor West 9.3 km Sea N/AN/AN/AN/A
Dunster North West 12 km Sea N/AN/AN/AGood
Minehead Terminus 13.6 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Porlock Weir 22 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Berrow North Of Unity Farm 31.9 km Estuary N/AExcellentGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 22.8 km

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 34.9 km

St Fagans: National History Museum 43.4 km

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 43.4 km

Crealy Great Adventure Park 43.9 km

National Trust

Dunster Castle 10.2 km

Dunster Working Watermill 10.3 km

Coleridge Cottage 16 km

Holnicote Estate 17.6 km

Fyne Court 18.6 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

NETTLECOMBE COURT 3.6 km

Wimbleball Lake - Haddon Hill - Wimbleball lake 8.2 km

Haddon Hill - Bury - Wimbleball Dam - Haddon Hill 9.1 km

DUNSTER CASTLE 9.6 km

ST AUDRIES (HOUSE) 10.5 km

Local events

  • Beautiful Days (Friday 21 August 2026 – Friday 21 August 2026)

    Ottery St Mary, England 36.5 km

  • Sidmouth Folk Festival (Friday 31 July 2026 – Friday 31 July 2026)

    Sidmouth, England 47.8 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 Ralegh's Cross Inn have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Ralegh's Cross Inn dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Ralegh's Cross Inn? Make the most of Exmoor stays by signing up immediately for an Exmoor Wildlife Safari, clambering into the back of a Land Rover for guided excursions through the park, keeping eyes peeled … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Ralegh's Cross Inn?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  noon –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Ralegh's Cross Inn? From $23.09 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.