Bovey's Down Farm
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- Quiet rural site on a working farm 10 minutes' drive from Honiton
- A 15-minute drive from Seaton, Sidmouth and the South West Coast Path
- Farm shop and tea room on site for homemade meals and takeaway food
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- The tearoom/bar is open 8.30am to 6pm Wednesday to Monday, and is closed on Tuesday. The restaurant/bar is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings from 7pm to 10pm. Farm cider sales are possible at any time.
Languages spoken
English
Polish
Pitch types & availability
Primitive grass campsite
8 people maximum 
8.9/10
111 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7.6m width × 7.6m depth (58.1m²)
Arrival daysFrom £22 (£22)
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Woodland wedding yard primitive forest floor campsite
6 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Forest floor
Pitch size: Min 7.6m width × 7.6m depth (58.1m²)
Arrival daysFrom £22 (£22)
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Janet's parking powered cement/asphalt RV campsite
6 people maximum 9.7/10
3 reviews Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Cement/asphalt
Pitch size: Min 7.6m width × 7.6m depth (58.1m²)
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
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Powered grass campsite
8 people maximum 8.3/10
213 reviews Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7.6m width × 7.6m depth (58.1m²)
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
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Top view powered grass and gravel campsite
6 people maximum 5.7/10
3 reviews Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 7.6m width × 7.6m depth (58.1m²)
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28)
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Caroline's on-site travel trailer
3 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Arrival daysFrom £104 (£104)
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Janet's on-site travel trailer
2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Arrival daysFrom £104 (£104)
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Reviews
85% would recommend this site to a friend
81% would stay here again
What customers say
Friendly, family-run site with lovely rural views and a chill vibe. Owners are super helpful, facilities are usually clean, and the cafe serves tasty home cooking. Spacious pitches and a rope swing are big hits with families. Minor notes: road noise, some sloped pitches, and occasional facility hiccups in busy periods, though owners are responsive.
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The stay was disappointing due to misleading booking information.
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Top view powered grass and gravel campsite
Liked There was a microwave and a fridge to use which came in handy.
Disliked Starting with the booking process, I chose this site specifically because it advertised an on-site cafe and shop. At no point during the online booking process was it stated that these facilities would be closed between 31 December and 2 January. Only after payment was completed did I receive a booking PDF stating that both the café and shop would be closed. This was a significant issue, as we were travelling with a dog and there were no nearby food options within walking distance, other than along a busy road. Had this information been made clear at the time of booking, I would not have chosen this site.
In addition, I booked and paid for a hardstanding pitch but was allocated a grass pitch instead. Due to the heavy rain and icy conditions, we struggled to exit the pitch when leaving. Several other campers experienced the same problem, and I had to assist another couple whose camper became stuck.
The £10 bag of firewood purchased on site was also disappointing, as the bottom of the bag was filled with water, leaving part of the wood unusable.
Safety and cleanliness were further concerns. The paths leading to the toilet facilities were not salted on either day despite icy conditions. As a result, my partner slipped, fell, and sustained a leg injury that required attention. The toilet facilities themselves appeared poorly maintained, with leaves and cobwebs present, suggesting they had not been cleaned thoroughly for some time.
Overall, the experience fell well below expectations. Due to the lack of transparency, safety issues, and general standard of facilities, I would not return to this site or recommend it to others.
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If we had gone there in…
Powered grass campsite
Liked If we had gone there in the summer it would have been perfect.
Disliked Toilets and showers very cold, most sites we have visited in the winter have heated facilities.
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It was cheap, washing machines, nice…
Primitive grass campsite
Liked It was cheap, washing machines, nice views
Disliked Facilities are limited and very gross. Photos misleading in regards to communal area, it's a really small area. Neighbours said they didn't use the showers either as was gross and they'd been there 3 days. Advertised as WiFi but no code given on self check in. Pitches on incline, would be hard work in a tent
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Ideal peaceful break in the country.
Janet's parking powered cement/asphalt RV campsite
Liked A peaceful site with everything you need run by a lovely friendly couple.
Restful with lovely views.
Disliked There is nothing to dislike.
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Not our cup of tea won’t go again
Powered grass campsite
Liked Not a lot
Disliked Pitch next to building no view, washing up area dirty, no plug for sink leaves and debris in toilets.
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Made to feel very welcome even…
Janet's parking powered cement/asphalt RV campsite
Liked Made to feel very welcome even though we were the only ones on site that night. Helpful staff that helped start our van the next morning. Lovely hideaway even got a restaurant on site.
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Great site
Top view powered grass and gravel campsite
Liked The views are fantastic. Very friendly and helpful.
Disliked Our fault really for camping in wet weather, the grassy were very boggy.
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Lovely friendly site, on the flat, lovely countryside
Janet's parking powered cement/asphalt RV campsite
Liked The Pitch was great, hard stand with electric on the flat next to washrooms. Lovely countryside. Lovely friendly welcome. The lemon cake was very good!
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Lovely scenic place, Friendly host.…
Powered grass campsite
Liked Lovely scenic place, Friendly host. Toilet / shower Facilities basic but clean.
Nice Bar area , wonderful views
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Great little site that I will be going back to.
Primitive grass campsite
Liked Lovely little site with a fantastic restaurant and bar, very relaxed and quite, with amazing views. Clean facilities. Lovely hosts as well.
Disliked Nothing i didn't like
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Features
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Off licence Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Tents for hire Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Gastronomic delight Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 32 inches) Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal sitesLocation
Bovey's Down Farm
Farway
Colyton
Honiton
Devon
England
EX24 6JD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
50.74583°N
3.17982°W
Route directions
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beer | 8.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sidmouth Town | 8.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaton (Devon) | 9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sidmouth Jacobs Ladder | 9.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Ladram Bay | 12 km | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site 8.2 km
Crealy Great Adventure Park 17.1 km
Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 19.4 km
The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 20.2 km
Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 24.8 km
National Trust
Branscombe: the Old Bakery, Manor Mill and Forge 6.6 km
Shute Barton 8.7 km
Loughwood Meeting House 9.6 km
Killerton: Marker's Cottage 18.5 km
Killerton: Clyston Mill 18.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
COMBE HOUSE 4.1 km
Weston - Coastal Path - Salcombe Regis 5.7 km
Branscombe – Street and the Coastal Path 7.6 km
Colyton - River Coly - Parehayne Hill 7.7 km
CADHAY 7.9 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 Bovey's Down Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Bovey's Down Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Bovey's Down Farm? Once you’ve met the animals on site, get set to say hi to some more furry pals at The Donkey Sanctuary (10 minutes’ drive) before greeting some rather more exotic beasts at … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Bovey's Down Farm?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: noon On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. On arrival, please enter the Swallows Rest and ring the bell just inside on the left or by the swing doors on the left.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Bovey's Down Farm? From $41.06 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.