Branscombe Airfield and Camping

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View of the North side pitches
View of the pitches
Wonderful sunset 😊
View of south side pitches

  • Site with its own private airstrip with restored aircraft
  • Within easy reach of Branscombe beach, Seaton and Beer
  • Safe and enclosed play area; two games rooms; plenty of space for play
Branscombe Airfield and Camping is four miles from Sidmouth, Seaton and Beer, on the edge of Branscombe village and in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on Lyme Bay. The site has its own private airstrip, home to a range of vintage and classic aircraft including a Stearman PT-17 and a Zlín 526. The resident pilots and restoration team are happy to show guests the current lineup when they are available; you may also see occasional flight activity (when pilot availability and weather/ground conditions permit). Branscombe has plenty of wide open space with views of Devon countryside and distant sea views. There are refurbished toilets and free showers, as well as a modern utilities block, a washing-up area and a launderette with washing machine and tumble dryer. There's also a safe and enclosed play area with plenty of space to play football and other outdoor activities, and a small indoor games room also available. Foodies can head out to two Good Pub Guide pubs within a mile and a half – one within a short 10-minute stroll.

Site type

Tent sites 30
RV sites 25
Travel trailer sites 25
Mobile homes for rent 1
Open now
Opens March 1
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
  • Limited Wifi is available (5G only). Strong rock pegs are advised after spells of dry weather.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat, Mar 1 to

Pitch types & availability

Other pitch types

Reviews

95%

would recommend this site to a friend

92%

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Great well kept site at a sensible price

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Garry W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Good signage at the campsite and a very warm welcome on arrival. The grass was short and other areas on site were kept clean and tidy. The fully enclosed dog exercise area was very much appreciated by our westie Fergus

Disliked: Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Enjoyed our stay

Overall 9/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 8
Wifi No rating
Colin J. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Friendly welcome.
Good pitch.
Quiet area and spectacular surroundings.
Relaxed attitude.

Disliked: Lack of toilets

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful site with companionable staff and brilliant facilities.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass campsite

Liked: The greeting on arrival was happy and pleasant and gave a chance to check out the small - but well stocked with essentials - shop on site. Pitches are amazingly well laid out with plenty of space between and easy access to drinking water.
The enclosed dog area was a bonus and meant that our pup could be exercised without having to worry about disturbing other users.
Being in a motorhome we were self contained and didn’t need to use the toilets or showers so can’t comment on them beyond looking good from the outside, but the chemical disposal area was fantastic - cleaned regularly, everything you’d need to empty waste on hand, and with plenty of space to move in.
There is an onsite games room but we didn’t use it so can’t say anything other than it exists. But if it’s like the rest of the site, it’ll be in good condition.

The site also has a private airstrip that staff advised us can get noisy for brief periods when planes arrive/depart, but we didn’t experience it so can’t say just how noisy it gets.

This place is a hidden gem that’s well worth a stay.

Disliked: The only downside to the site isn’t one they can do anything about: the road to the site gets narrow in places with little chance of passing other vehicles, slow and steady is advised when driving the last half mile.

Recommend to friends Visit again

really nice campsite, and fairly local to us, so will be back!

Overall 9/10
Location 9
Value for money 9
Accommodation 9
Facilities / Activities 9
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Matthew C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: peaceful and quiet
large pitches, with mix of shade and sun
clean toilets and shower

Recommend to friends Visit again

Second visit really lovely well managed site. Large pitches , clean showers…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Deborah S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass campsite

Liked: Second visit really lovely well managed site. Large pitches , clean showers and toilets.. close to Branscombe beach , will definitely return

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Casual relaxed atmosphere. Planes were a bonus.…

Overall 9/10
Location 9
Value for money 6
Accommodation 6
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 9
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Ian C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Casual relaxed atmosphere. Planes were a bonus.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your review
Chris and Tracey

Excellent site with clean facilities friendly staff and level pitches

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass campsite

Liked: Flat site
Many walks nearby
Coast nearby
Pubs within walking distance
All good

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your review, we loved meeting your lovely dogs
Chris and Tracey

Only stayed 1 night, but was perfect. Plenty of toilets and hot…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Only stayed 1 night, but was perfect. Plenty of toilets and hot showers.. birdsong surrounding us... ideal location for exploring abit more of the SWCP .

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review, we are pleased you had a good time

Lovely site. Great facilities. Small onsite shop. Choose your own pitch.loved the…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Jason V. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Primitive grass campsite

Liked: Lovely site. Great facilities. Small onsite shop. Choose your own pitch.loved the dog exercise field. 15-20 mins walk to local dog friendly pub with nice food.
Will definitely be back

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review, we look forward to seeing you again
Chris and Tracey

Great campsite, lovely and helpful staff, will likely book again!

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Melody Fey W. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Powered grass campsite

Liked: Great area, lots of kids on site and very accomodating. Lovely staff!

Disliked: Nothing we disliked, highly likely we will return

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your great review
Chris and Tracey


Features

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 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts 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 Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge 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

Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Caravan storage facilities

Location

Branscombe Airfield and Camping

Higher Lands Farm

Branscombe

Seaton

Devon

England

EX12 3BL

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.69809°N
-3.1629°W

Route directions

From the west: Follow the A3052 to Sidmouth. After 13.5 miles turn right at Branscombe Cross (towards Bulstone and Branscombe). Travel 1 mile until you come to a crossroads with a large 'Branscombe Airfield' sign on double gates. Turn left into Northern Lane and then right through the double gates into Branscombe Airfield and Caravan Site. From the east: Follow the A3052 from Seaton/Axminster/Lyme Regis and turn left at Branscombe Cross (towards Bulstone and Branscombe). Travel one mile until you come to a crossroads with large 'Branscombe Airfield' sign on double gates. Turn left into Northern Lane (just in front of Higherland Farm bungalow) and then right through the double gates into Branscombe Airfield and Caravan Site. If you use your satnav it will leave you approximately half a mile short of the campsite. Please continue along the same road and you will come to the crossroads mentioned above. Turn left here and the you will find the campsite on your right. Please note, there are a number of Branscombe signs on the A3052. Please only follow signs for 'Branscombe Bulstone' and look out for the small Branscombe campsite and airfield sign by the turning.

Nearest transport

Coach
21.6 km Rail Station
21.6 km Opposite Rail Station
21.9 km Honiton Road Park and Ride
Rail
11.1 km Honiton Rail Station
13.1 km Feniton Rail Station
14.4 km Axminster Rail Station
Ferry
20.5 km Exmouth Ferry Landing
21.5 km Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing
21.5 km Starcross Ferry Landing
Airport
18.3 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

Stay at Branscombe at the beginning of August to frolic at the world-famous Sidmouth Folk Week, or mosey along to this part of Devon at any time of year to ramble and rockpool on Branscombe Mouth beach, be tempted by tasty treats in the thatched roof restaurant or take a boat out to land some mackerel and pollock for supper. Branscombe village has the Old Forge, the Old Bakery and the Norman St. Winifred Church to see, while the regency town of Sidmouth five miles to the west has a sauna, cinema, indoor pool, restaurants and gift shops as well as beaches for splashing and sunbathing. The fishing village of Beer is nearby: this sheltered beach is the spot for catching the sun’s rays, and if you don’t want to angle yourself from a boat to cast off, you can buy some fresh fish on the beach before getting on your mining helmet to explore the Beer Quarry Caves or climbing the hill (sans helmet) to the model railway exhibition and gardens at Pecorama. Cavers and trainspotters can also try the Kents Cavern Underground Caves and the South Devon Railway, both at Torquay. Devon day trips include browsing for lace in the market town of Honiton, taking a tram from Seaton along the River Axe for birdwatching at the estuary, fossil-hunting at Lyme Regis, history hunting at Exeter Cathedral and wandering the National Trust walks over Exmoor and Dartmoor. For the small fliers, Crealy Adventure Park, Paignton Zoo and Plymouth’s National Marine Aquarium should have them soaring.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Beer 5.1 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Sidmouth Town 6.1 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Sidmouth Jacobs Ladder 6.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seaton (Devon) 6.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Ladram Bay 9.3 km Sea N/AGoodN/AGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site 5.9 km

Crealy Great Adventure Park 17.8 km

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 23.2 km

Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 24.9 km

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 26 km

National Trust

Branscombe: the Old Bakery, Manor Mill and Forge 1.8 km

Shute Barton 10.8 km

Loughwood Meeting House 12.2 km

A la Ronde 18.2 km

Killerton: Marker's Cottage 20.9 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Weston - Coastal Path - Salcombe Regis 1.4 km

Branscombe – Street and the Coastal Path 3 km

CONNAUGHT GARDENS 6.3 km

Seaton - Beer - Pratt's Hill - Holyford - Seaton 6.5 km

Colyton - River Coly - Parehayne Hill 8.1 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

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Branscombe Airfield and Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Branscombe Airfield and Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Branscombe Airfield and Camping? Stay at Branscombe at the beginning of August to frolic at the world-famous Sidmouth Folk Week, or mosey along to this part of Devon at any time of year to ramble and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Branscombe Airfield and Camping?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Branscombe Airfield and Camping? From $27.87 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.