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Add your business details- Peaceful Devon farmstead at the gateway to Dartmoor National Park
- A short drive to Dartmoor Zoological Park and Plymouth Ski Centre
- Walks through the surrounding countryside direct from the site
A peaceful farm, right outside Dartmoor, and with spectacular views over the South Downs… you'll have dun well if you've bagged a break here.
This smashing little site is Dunwell Farm, set on a a dairy, beef and sheep farm overlooking Dartmoor National Park among south Devon countryside, and under 10 miles from the Devon seaside at both Mothecombe and Bigbury-on-Sea. There are stunning views from this quiet and rural spot, along with a friendly vibe, loads of green open space, and walks aplenty straight from the grounds… you could say you'll stay here happily heifer after…
The site is a mile and a half outside the village of Ugborough and its two pubs; two and a half miles from the shops and supermarket of Modbury, and three and a half from Wrangaton and a bike rental service. Those hankering after yet more hikes should traverse the four and a half miles to Ivybridge, for access to the many miles of Dartmoor as well as the scenic strolls of the 102-mile Two Moors Way.
Amenities at Dunwell include a block with two showers, two toilets and a baby changing facility, alongside an indoor washing-up area and a small communal fridge.
Groups are welcome. Friendly dogs are allowed too, but since Dunwell is a working farm, the site owners require them to be kept on leads at all times.
Site type
20
5
5Languages spoken
English
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Features
Dogs 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
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Dunwell Farm
Ugborough
Ivybridge
Plymouth
Devon
England
PL21 0HL
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.37533°N
-3.86635°W
Nearest transport
Coach4 km BP Garage
4 km Town Hall
14.4 km Opposite Royal Seven Stars Hotel
Rail3.4 km Ivybridge Rail Station
14.3 km Totnes Rail Station
19.7 km Plymouth Rail Station
Ferry10.5 km Cockleridge Ham Ferry Landing
10.7 km Bantham Ferry Landing
12.3 km Kingsbridge Ferry Landing
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
Venture out on walks and bike rides through the surrounding countryside direct from the site, or to the edge of Dartmoor National Park, around an hour from Dunwell Farm if you're hoofing it rather than driving.
Beaches are within easy reach too, such as Mothecombe, 20 minutes' drive away – a long and sandy stretch that's generally peaceful even in high season as it's privately owned (it's open to the public on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays). Also meander along to Bigbury-on-Sea (25 minutes) for tractor boat rides out to Burgh Island, also accessible via a causeway at low tide, and Challaborough (also 25 minutes), a splendid spot for surfing.
Also within 25 minutes, see big cats at feeding time at Dartmoor Zoological Park, or zip along to the Plymouth Ski and Snowboard Centre for skiing and snowboarding on the longest artificial slope in the south west.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mothecombe | 9.5 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Challaborough | 10 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bigbury-On-Sea North | 10.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bigbury-On-Sea South | 10.6 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Bantham | 10.7 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Dartmoor Zoological Park 9.8 km
Buckfast Abbey 14.6 km
National Marine Aquarium 18.8 km
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park 20.9 km
Living Coasts 25.9 km
National Trust
Saltram 15.3 km
Salcombe: Thurlestone to Torcross 15.3 km
Wembury 16.4 km
Overbeck's 18 km
Greenway 19.9 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Ivybridge P&R - around Western Beacon - Sharp Tor 3.2 km
Ivybridge Viaduct - Pit Hill Farm - Hall Farm - Henlake Down 4.6 km
FLETE 5.9 km
New Waste CP - Stalldown Barrow - Downing's House 8.2 km
Shipley Bridge by River Avon to White Barrows 8.4 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 Dunwell Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Dunwell Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Dunwell Farm? Venture out on walks and bike rides through the surrounding countryside direct from the site, or to the edge of Dartmoor National Park, around an hour from Dunwell Farm if you're hoofing … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Dunwell Farm?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 10 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m.