Gidleigh Wood

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  • Simple pitches in 150 acres of privately owned Devon woodland
  • A 20-minute drive to Okehampton; 40 minutes to Exeter
  • Direct access to Dartmoor and the Two Moors Way, plus walks on site
Get down to Devon and a gorgeous setting in Dartmoor National Park – the simple grass pitches at Gidleigh Wood are part of a 150-acre site that’s mainly filled with conifer and broadleaf trees in the north Teign river valley. It’s an extremely peaceful location – and a scenic one too, with views out over the surrounding hills and woodland. If you’ve come this way for a bit of walking or cycling, you’re in the right place. Such outings can start right there on site, as there are numerous tracks crisscrossing the woodland, including one that takes you up Princeps Tor (with an elevation of 333 metres). There’s a mile or so of river frontage too, so you can get a close look at the water (it’s an unusual colour thanks to the peaty moorland soil…) Beyond the woods, you can get out onto the moors via a footbridge over the river. Once you’ve crossed the water, there’s a generous 365 square miles of moorland to explore, with nearby walks taking you to places like Kestor Rock and some standing stones. Something even longer in mind? This is a popular spot with students on Duke of Edinburgh Award expeditions, and it’s also a handy stopover point for the Two Moors Way, as the Mariners Way (part of the longer trail) runs through the woods. Life on site is fairly simple, with just the essential facilities provided – guests will have access to showers, compost toilets and a washing-up area but are otherwise left to their own devices.

Site type

Tent sites 15
RV sites 3
Open now
Opens August 1
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • 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).
  • Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat, Aug 1 to

Open from Thu, Dec 31 2026 to

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Reviews

9.7

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ForestPeaceful

98% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

Gidleigh Wood is loved for its serene, beautiful woodland setting by Dartmoor, with easy access to amazing hikes. Hosts Mark and Karen are consistently praised for being super friendly and helpful. Facilities like compost toilets and showers are generally clean and well-kept. It's dog and kid-friendly, with a popular communal fire pit. Some found access roads a bit narrow and pitches sloped, but most managed to find good spots.

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Peaceful, clean, beautiful area, hosts were…

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Amanda R. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Peaceful, clean, beautiful area, hosts were absolutely exceptional. Amazing walks off into Dartmoor. Perfect spot for a quiet weekend camp. Will be back very soon! My little boys first camp trip was an absolute hit!

Disliked Nothing at all.

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From the manager: Thank you so much for rating Gidleigh wood campsite a 10/10, we really appreciate it.
So glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to seeing you all again soon.
I really enjoyed chatting with Ryan.
Thank you Amanda.

Mark and Karen

Such a great spot away from…

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Mark P. 3 reviews

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Such a great spot away from everything, Mark was great letting us pitch together with friends.

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All was amazing... very helpful couple…

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 Alexandra T. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked All was amazing... very helpful couple and amazing atmosphere with plenty to see around the area.

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From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind words, so glad you enjoyed your stay at Gidleigh wood campsite and rating us a 10/10.
We look forward to seeing you again next year.

Mark and Karen

Hosts are so welcoming and friendly,…

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Shannon P. 3 reviews

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Hosts are so welcoming and friendly, always happy to go above and beyond to ensure you enjoy your stay. Plenty of space and they are very dog and child friendly. 2nd year coming here and no doubt we'll be back for a third 😊

Disliked On a slope so can be tricky to get flat pitch

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From the manager: Many thanks for rating Gidleigh wood campsite a 10/10, we really appreciate it. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and look forward to seeing you again next year.

Mark and Karen

Great place realy enjoyed will return

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Alison S. 2 reviews

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked Fantastic place lovely walks and river, pitch up lovely very peaceful .And very love couple that run it

Disliked Very tight lanes to get there
Pitch a little sloppy

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From the manager: Many thanks Alison for giving Gidleigh wood camping a 10/10, we really appreciate it.
So glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to seeing you again next year.

Mark

Cracking little site in the r…

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Kevin J. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Cracking little site in the r middle of nowhere. Quiet, clean facilities and the owner is really friendly.
The only downside is the slope it’s on, but pitch your tent right and it’s not an issue.

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Fantastic little campsite, so peaceful in…

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Rhiannon D. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Fantastic little campsite, so peaceful in a great location. Clean warm shower and toilets. Mark is so friendly and welcoming too. Had the best weekend with our dogs, looking to going back soon.

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you so much for rating Gidleigh wood campsite a 10/10, we really appreciate it.
So glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to seeing you again next year.

Mark and Karen

Quietness, countryside,walks…

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Malcolm B. 1 review

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked Quietness, countryside,walks

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From the manager: Many thanks Malcolm for rating us a 10/10, we really appreciate it.
So glad you enjoyed your stay although you had a leave a day early.
Hope to see you again next year.

Mark

10 out of 20

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David T. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Well run , peacefull and quiet site.
The host Mark is extremely helpful.

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you David, really appreciate your kind words and rating us a 10/10.
Also, thank you for the" Nearly there" honey.
No doubt we will see you again soon.

Cheers

Mark and Karen

Lovely host in a great location,…

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Heather W. 3 reviews

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked Lovely host in a great location, peaceful with plenty of river dipping for the dogs, as well as lots of space to walk them.

Disliked The composting toilets take some getting used to but every thing was clean and tidy. Also, tricky to get to in a campervan. Very narrow roads and overgrown hedgerows

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Features

Pop-up campground

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 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 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

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No drinkable water point Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)

Location

Gidleigh Wood

Berrydown Road

Gidleigh

Chagford

Devon

England

TQ13 8HR

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.67838°N
3.88191°W

Nearest transport

Coach
10.9 km Thomas Cook
23.7 km Bus Station
25.8 km Bus Station
Rail
10.1 km Okehampton Rail Station
11.2 km Sampford Courtenay Rail Station
15.5 km Yeoford Rail Station
Ferry
29.1 km Topsham Lock Ferry Landing
29.3 km Topsham Ferry Landing
29.4 km Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing
Airport
33.4 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

Fancy a challenge once you’ve warmed up on the trails nearby? How about a hike up High Willhays, the highest point in southern England at 621 metres. Meldon Hill, just outside Chagford, is another that’s worth a climb for some excellent moorland views. Shilley Pool, a few miles north of the site, is a lovely spot to cool off with some wild swimming in the river. For a glimpse into times gone by, stop by at the National Trust’s Finch Foundry (15 minutes’ drive) to see an old water-powered forge, or head to the Museum of Dartmoor Life (20 minutes) to explore the themed exhibits. Castle Drogo (20 minutes) may look like a historic building thanks to its medieval styling but it was actually constructed in the 20th century by renowned architect Edwin Lutyens – that modern take on a traditional style makes it a fascinating place to visit. Other days out nearby might take you over to Exeter (40 minutes) to visit the cathedral and museums and delve into the underground passages, or down to the coast for a day on the beach in Dawlish (45 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Shaldon 30.9 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Teignmouth Town 31.1 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dawlish Coryton Cove 31.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Ness Cove 31.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dawlish Town 31.4 km Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Castle Drogo 5.3 km

Buckfast Abbey 21.9 km

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 25.3 km

Dartmoor Zoological Park 30.9 km

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 32.4 km

National Trust

Castle Drogo 5.3 km

Finch Foundry 6.5 km

The Church House 12.4 km

Lydford Gorge 16.5 km

Buckland Abbey 28.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Chagford - Castle Drogo - Fingle Bridge 3.5 km

CASTLE DROGO 5.9 km

Bennet's Cross - Huckney Tor - Vitifer Mine Complex - Bennet's Cross 6.7 km

WOOD HOUSE 7.8 km

Postbridge CP - Broad Down - Longaford Tor - Powder Mills 9.7 km

Local events

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

    Ottery St Mary, England 42.1 km

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

    Sidmouth, England 45.6 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 Gidleigh Wood have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Gidleigh Wood dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Gidleigh Wood? Fancy a challenge once you’ve warmed up on the trails nearby? How about a hike up High Willhays, the highest point in southern England at 621 metres. Meldon Hill, just outside Chagford, … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Gidleigh Wood?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Gidleigh Wood? From $45.37 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.