Watermouth Valley Camping Park

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Such a perfect spot.
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  • Family-run, family-oriented site a short walk from Watermouth Bay
  • A 10-minute drive to Ilfracombe; 25 minutes to Woolacombe beach
  • On-site shop with maps available; access to the South West Coast Path
Everyone in… it’s time for a beach break on the edge of Exmoor National Park. From Watermouth Valley Camping Park, a five-minute walk will get you to Watermouth Bay, where there’s fabulous rock fishing and spectacular coastal walks. That’s not all, believe it or not. The Victorian town of Ilfracombe is 10 minutes’ drive away and surfing beaches such as Woolacombe beach (25 minutes’ drive) and Croyde beach (35 minutes) are also within driving distance. Further on, characterful Lynton and Lynmouth (half an hour) can be found too. Of course, the site is right on the South West Coast Path around North Devon, so it’s a very wise base for hiking fans (just pick up a map of the local area from the site’s shop). What about Watermouth Valley Camping Park itself? Well, the family-run, dog-friendly site has sea views and a sheltered valley where guests can relax and take in the scenery. There’s a children’s adventure playground for kids to let off steam, a handy on-site shop and a modern, clean amenities block with hot showers and electric points for hair dryers, straighteners and razors. The site gets very popular with families during the school summer holidays (May through to September), but at other times, it’s quiet and peaceful and attracts couples and solo travellers.

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Open now
Opens April 30
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  • Reception opening times: Sunday to Thursday: 8.30am-5pm Friday and Saturday: 8.30am-6pm

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, Apr 30 to

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Reviews

9.6

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Spectacular scenery

98% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

Highly recommended campsite with stunning sea views, friendly staff, and great, clean facilities. Guests loved the spacious pitches, on-site food, and family vibe. Road/wedding noise and busy facilities were minor points. Many plan to return! Perfect for coastal walks.

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Big pitch, surrounded by greenery. Facilities…

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 Kathryn J. 1 review

Valley powered grass campsite

Liked Big pitch, surrounded by greenery. Facilities were close, functional and very clean. The staff were friendly, and helpful. There was a little shop on site. Also a pop up bar & food shack. The view from the top of the campsite was beautiful! Felt safe for a solo traveller

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 Donna K. 1 review

Valley powered grass campsite

Liked Every thing! Pitch site, staff, facilities, bar and food all excellent

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Ideal for coast path and exploring N Devon.

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Anonymous

Valley powered grass campsite

Liked Beautiful site, large pitches, clean and excellent resources. Having an evening food bar (different option each night) and cocktail bar on site was a nice touch.

Disliked Bit noisy from the adjoining wedding/event venue on the East Side. Although noise stopped around 11/11:30pm.

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100% recommend have told all my friends great location staff and site

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 Laura M. 1 review

Valley powered grass campsite

Liked Toilets and Shower block were immaculate and also very practical. Staff were exceptionally helpful and accommodating. Food was amazing. Children’s play area was great. Dog exercise area was a gift from above.

Disliked Was a little noisy from the road, but that can’t be helped

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nice pitches, good options for food…

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 chelsea w. 3 reviews

Valley primitive grass campsite

Liked nice pitches, good options for food although we did not eat here.

Short drive from Ilfracombe town.

Clean pitches well maintained.

Disliked showers could do with a little upgrade although they were clean and hot

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Good amount of showers and toilets…

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Jacqueline T. 1 review

Valley primitive grass campsite

Liked Good amount of showers and toilets which were very clean and pleasant to use. Lovely layout with clearly marked spots and great facilities including food van and bar with seating. Very helpful staff.

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Nicky W. 3 reviews

Valley primitive grass campsite

Liked Everything excellent

Disliked The noice from the road

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Amazing and beautiful place

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 Donna B. 1 review

Valley primitive grass campsite

Liked Absolutely beautiful place would recommend to anyone to stay there can’t wait to return is definitely worth the 240 mile drive there for us

Disliked Nothing was all amazing

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Good size and level pitch. Great…

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 Austen M. 3 reviews

Valley powered grass campsite

Liked Good size and level pitch. Great site, good amenities, very clean, also very friendly staff. We have just had a week there and thoroughly enjoyed it.

Disliked Nothing

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Ben & Trudi D. 1 review

Valley powered grass campsite

Liked Beautiful site, great location, clean and tidy, wonderful amenities and was made to feel very welcome. Thanks for a great stay we will definitely be back x

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Features

Dogs allowed

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 Watersports

Amenities on park

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 Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Watermouth Valley Camping Park

Watermouth

Ilfracombe

Devon

England

EX34 9SJ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.21243°N
4.06555°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4.1 km Methodist Church
13.4 km Opposite George Hotel
13.4 km George Hotel
Rail
15.4 km Barnstaple Rail Station
22 km Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
24.7 km Umberleigh Rail Station
Ferry
3.2 km Ilfracombe Ferry Landing
19.7 km Appledore Ferry Landing
19.7 km Instow Ferry Landing
Airport
43.4 km Swansea 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

Time to tick off the North Devon coves and harbours? Start with splendid Combe Martin (five minutes’ drive), a seaside resort with a sheltered cove for peaceful days on the sand. Surfers might want to slide on over to Saunton Sands (half an hour), while those seeking scenic clifftop hikes will get on well with the Valley of Rocks’ (35 minutes) wild goats and sea views. Take off on a fishing trip or a sea safari from Ilfracombe Harbour (10 minutes). Lundy Island is one of the most popular tour spots for such boat trips. There’s a working lifeboat station in the harbour too if that sort of stuff entertains you. Once you’ve checked out the lifeboats, turn back time a little with a trip to Arlington Court (20 minutes), a National Trust site with a Regency house and a carriage museum. Or perhaps all the way back to the time of dinosaurs? Kids are likely to love the life-sized dino models at Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park (10 minutes) and its zoo and fossil museum.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Combe Martin 2 km Sea PoorPoorPoorPoor
Ilfracombe Hele 2.2 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Ilfracombe Tunnels Beach 4.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Combesgate Beach, Woolacombe 10.9 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Woolacombe Village 11 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 30.4 km

National Waterfront Museum 45.7 km

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 9.4 km

Heddon Valley 9.5 km

Watersmeet 18.5 km

Holnicote Estate 35 km

Lundy 42 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Ilfracombe, Berrynarbor and the Coast 2.9 km

Lee Bridge - Slade - Ilfracombe - Coast Path 7.3 km

ARLINGTON COURT 9.4 km

Hunters Inn - SW Coast Path - Trentishoe - Hunters Inn 9.7 km

Hunters Inn - Woody Bay - South West Coast Path - Hunters Inn 9.7 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.

Offers

Tent pitch
Hiker primitive grass tent campsite (no cars)

  • 17% off

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    Max. stay 7 nights Expires 2026-09-07
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Open plan primitive grass campervan or tent campsite (sloping)

  • 17% off

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    Max. stay 7 nights Expires 2026-09-07
Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Valley primitive grass campsite

  • 17% off

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    Max. stay 7 nights Expires 2026-09-07
Tent pitchTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome or campervan pitch
Valley powered grass campsite

  • 17% off

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    Max. stay 7 nights Expires 2026-09-07

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Watermouth Valley Camping Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Watermouth Valley Camping Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Watermouth Valley Camping Park? Time to tick off the North Devon coves and harbours? Start with splendid Combe Martin (five minutes’ drive), a seaside resort with a sheltered cove for peaceful days on the sand. Surfers … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Watermouth Valley Camping Park?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Watermouth Valley Camping Park? From $31.15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.