Cranford Oak Farm

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Grass campervan pitch
Grass campervan pitch
Sunrise over the site
Camping Field
The barn
Fairy lights at night
Toilets
Compost Loo
Morning calm
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Sunrise over the site
Camping Field
The barn

  • Peaceful site on a North Devon farm 15 minutes’ drive from Barnstaple
  • Instow Beach 20 minutes’ drive and The Big Sheep 25 minutes
  • Off-grid pop-up with hens and cattle; pubs within 10 minutes’ drive
If you’re looking for a peaceful, small and simple site for a back-to-nature camping experience in North Devon, then Cranford Oak Farm may be the place for you. At 15 minutes’ drive from Barnstaple and 20 minutes by car from Instow Beach, the camping field has a south-facing position with stunning views towards Dartmoor; Exmoor is visible to the north-east. Facilities at this rural pop-up site are intentionally minimal (they do include modern composting toilets), allowing you to experience a no-frills camping holiday while still staying comfortable. Firepits and wood can be provided for a small additional fee, so you can cosy up around the fire for evenings under the stars on clear nights. The camping field is set on a working farm, so you’ll experience the sights and sounds of the countryside – including free-roaming chickens and cows grazing in neighbouring fields. Dogs are very welcome, but must be kept on leads at all times due to the livestock, and please note that the lane can occasionally be busy with farm machinery. There are several local pubs, restaurants and cafés within 10 minutes’ drive – feel free to ask the owners for recommendations on the best Sunday roasts, and other vital bits of info like local tide times and sunset spots.

Site type

Tent sites 10
Motorhome sites 5
Open now
Opens 1 May
Please note
  • This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.

Admission

  • Guests under the age of 10 are not allowed on site.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Safety

  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

General

  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Dogs

  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Reception

  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 1 May to

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Reviews

9.7

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100% would stay here again

What customers say

Peaceful, well-kept site with rural views. Nic the host is a legend, and the animals are a hit. New compost loos are a winner! Great value, spacious spots – ideal for off-grid. Solar lighting for facilities suggested.

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Loved this campsite we were greeted…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass campervan site

Liked Loved this campsite we were greeted by the owner happy friendly chap & his gorgeous dog.😃.
Tranquil place lovely piggies &chickens

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Fantastic view, spacious flat field, nice…

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david c. 1 review

Unpowered grass campervan site

Liked Fantastic view, spacious flat field, nice owner.

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Everything! Our just was friendly and…

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 Cassandra C. 2 reviews

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Liked Everything! Our just was friendly and helpful and knowledgeable. Ronnie the dog and the chickens were lovely too! Lovely peaceful stay thank you

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Perfect

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Amanda P. 4 reviews

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Beatiful, well maintained field with plenty of space. Several well shaded spots.
Whilst there isn't a shower the loos were spotless and didn't smell even in the heat.
Great supply of drinking water.
Excellent communication

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We loved this campsite fab views…

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Louise L. 1 review

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Liked We loved this campsite fab views and lovely farmer who was there to welcome us and tell us all about the campsite - we camped under the shade of the trees as it was very hot

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Great location with lovely views. Facilities…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Great location with lovely views. Facilities were really well maintained. Nic was an excellent host and we had a great stay!

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Lovely out of the way site

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Aleks L. 5 reviews

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Liked Lovely, basic site with nice views. Quiet and well kept. Clean compostable toilets. Perfect for a short break from every day rush. Friendly and helpful host.

Disliked Nothing.

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Felt very welcome and the owner could not do enough to help.

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Andrew B. 2 reviews

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Liked Friendly helpful owner. Great views. Compost toilets were immaculate. Fire pits available with plenty of decent wood to keep the fire going. Great value. Plenty of space.

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Good stop in the middle of knowwhere, bring your food/drink

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iain w. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Cheap and cheerful, nice views, nice to see the free roaming chickens. Host was sound

Disliked Not much to complain about, its an upcoming camp site which may have more facilities in the future.
Just an idea maybe have some solar lights on the bogs and entrance.

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Nic was an AMAZING host! (And…

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 Madi T. 2 reviews

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Nic was an AMAZING host! (And ronnie the dog of course) Always checked up on us incase we needed anything and were okay.. We wanted a nice little campsite in the heart of the country and we definitely found it here! The site was absolutely gorgeous, views I could wake up to anyday! new compost toilets were kept squeaky clean! And fresh cold water on site too! We definitely have found our little gem and will 110% be returning very very soon. Noc gave us lots of recommendations and we are so thankful we chose to go to them recommended places! We felt so safe and at ease here.. so thank you so so much nic and ronnie!

Disliked Having to go back home ;(
Felt like 2nd home to us!

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby

Location

Cranford Oak Farm

Yarnscombe

Barnstaple

Devon

England

EX313NE

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.97648°N
4.07983°W

Nearest transport

Coach
9.9 km Bideford Quay
9.9 km Bideford Quay
10.8 km Garage
Rail
5.9 km Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
7.2 km Umberleigh Rail Station
9.3 km Portsmouth Arms Rail Station
Ferry
9.9 km Bideford Ferry Landing
11 km Instow Ferry Landing
11.6 km Appledore Ferry Landing

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

Local attractions and activities include: - Great Torrington (shops and supermarket): five minutes’ drive - RHS Garden Rosemoor: 10 minutes - Pubs: within 10 minutes - Instow Beach: 20 minutes - The Big Sheep (petting zoo): 25 minutes - Clovelly: 35 minutes - Bude: 50 minutes - Monster Slip and Slide (waterpark): 50 minutes.
(within 10 km)
Castle, Aquarium, Theme park and Zoo (within 16.1 km)

Food and drink

  • Ebberly Arms Pub 3.9 km
  • Chef Lin Chinese Takeaway Restaurant 5 km
  • The Cavalier Inn Pub 5 km
  • Newmarket Inn Pub 5.2 km
  • The Black Horse Pub 5.2 km
  • Torrington Conservative Club Pub 5.4 km
  • Brown's Deli & Restaurant 5.4 km
  • Torrington Arms Pub 5.6 km
  • The New Inn Pub 5.8 km
  • Garden Restaurant 5.9 km

Groceries

  • Co-op Food 5.3 km
  • Lidl 5.6 km
  • Tesco 8.9 km
  • Lidl 9.9 km
  • The Co-operative Food 10 km

Parks and play

  • Sydney House Memorial Garden 5.3 km
  • Rack Park 5.5 km
  • Pollyfield 9.3 km

Family days out

  • Torrington 1646 Visitor attraction 5.3 km
  • RHS Garden Rosemoor Visitor attraction 5.9 km
  • Tawstock Castle 9.2 km
  • The BIG Sheep Theme park 12.3 km
  • Pebble Ridge Adventure Golf and Go Karts Theme park 13.2 km
  • Castle Hill 14.7 km
  • Sham Castle 14.9 km

Public transport

  • Church (Stop A) 5.1 km
  • Opposite Church 5.2 km
  • School Lane 5.2 km
  • Torridge View 5.9 km
  • Monkleigh 8.7 km
  • Rockwell Cross 8.9 km
  • Avon Road 9.1 km
  • Ship On Launch 9.6 km
  • Salterns Terrace 9.6 km
  • Woodside Court 9.9 km

What’s nearby

  • Great Torrington Golf Club Golf course 6.2 km
  • Libbaton Golf Club Golf course 6.4 km
  • Palace Nightclub 10 km

Local services

  • Torrington Community Hospital 4.7 km
  • BP Fuel station 5 km
  • Torrington Health Centre Doctors 5 km
  • Castle Gardens Surgery Doctors 5.1 km
  • Euronet Cashpoint 5.2 km
  • Allied Pharmacy 5.2 km
  • Murco Fuel station 5.7 km
  • EV On The Move Charging station 9.5 km
  • EG On the Move Fuel station 9.5 km
  • Roundswell Service Station Fuel station 9.6 km

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Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 5.5 km

Castle Drogo 36.5 km

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 47.8 km

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 48.3 km

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 20 km

Heddon Valley 28.7 km

Finch Foundry 29.5 km

Watersmeet 33.6 km

Castle Drogo 36.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

GREAT TORRINGTON CEMETERY 5.8 km

TAPELEY PARK 9.6 km

ISLEY MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 05/04/1990) 12.1 km

KING'S NYMPTON PARK 13 km

Northam Burrows - Coast Path - Appledore - Diddywell - Northam Burrows 13.5 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 Cranford Oak Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Cranford Oak Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Cranford Oak Farm? Local attractions and activities include: - Great Torrington (shops and supermarket): five minutes’ drive - RHS Garden Rosemoor: 10 minutes - Pubs: within 10 minutes - Instow Beach: 20 minutes - The … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Cranford Oak Farm?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Cranford Oak Farm? From $36.97 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.