South Dean Camping

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Cliff path
Cliff path
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Site facilities, 9 flushing toilets and 8 hot showers
View of the campsite from the costal path
Coastal footpath
View from the footpath nearby
Rollo the alpaca eating his hay
View from the site
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Site facilities, 9 flushing toilets and 8 hot showers
View of the campsite from the costal path

  • Dog-friendly rural Devon site near several sandy beaches
  • A half-hour drive to Barnstaple and 25 minutes to Woolacombe
  • Barbecues and campfires allowed; footpaths and pubs nearby
Head to this north Devon site to pick your own spacious pitch across 12 acres of land with spectacular views over Exmoor, within 30 minutes’ drive of Barnstaple and 25 minutes of Woolacombe. This is a working farm, so you’ll share views of North Devon’s cliff-carved coastline with a host of farm animals, as well as the occasional wild pony, red deer or bird of prey. Near to sandy coves, woodlands and open moorlands, you'll quite possibly be ooh-ing and ahh-ing all day long. Plus, your dog won’t need to miss out on the countryside sensations either, as they’re welcome on a lead. Pick a plot among the unmarked pitches stretching over 10 acres of land and come prepped with grill recipes because barbecues are allowed on site. There are firepits provided to keep blazes safe and bins to keep the countryside litter-free. Toilets, showers and drinking water facilities are on site, too. Other perks of staying here include a pets corner where you can get your fluffy fix feeding the alpacas or watching the sheep and alpacas doing their thing and a picnic area where you can break up your day with a tasty packed lunch admiring the scenery. You may want to keep an eye out for cheeky peacocks and other wandering wildlife as you follow one of several trails direct from the site suited to bicycles or feet. There's a circular route past beaches, or if sand’s on your mind and you want it fast, it’s a 15-minute drive to the nearest sandy coves and surf schools. After all that walking, you won’t want to go hungry either… it’s easy to grab a takeaway here or fill up at several pubs, restaurants and shops in the neighbouring towns, including a Victorian inn within a five-minute drive of the site.

Site type

Motorhome sites 3
Tent sites 47
Open now
Opens 22 May
Please note

Vehicles

  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Occupancy

  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

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.

Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 22 May to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs
Dogs allowed

Reviews

9.7

Overall rating from 212 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
 10
Wifi
 5
Spectacular scenery

99% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

Stunning coastal views & path access for walkers. Facilities praised as clean & well-maintained with hot showers & private toilets. Relaxed vibe, great staff, choose your pitch. Windy on exposed cliff-top, can get busy. Campfires allowed.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 11/08/2026

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Arrival date (latest first)

Had a good time.

Overall

7 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
 7
Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Sandesh D. 2 reviews

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Location and view.

Disliked Cost- considering the number.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your review. We’re delighted that you enjoyed our location and views, would recommend us to friends and would visit again.

We’re a little confused by the comment “Cost – considering the number”, as we’re unsure what “the number” refers to. Our full price is clearly shown before a booking is made and accepted by the guest at the point of booking.

Our pricing reflects our location and the experience we offer, so while we appreciate that value is subjective, guests are able to consider the full cost before choosing to book.

Given the otherwise very positive feedback, we are naturally a little surprised by the overall score of 7, but we’re pleased you had a good time and enjoyed your stay.

Thanks so much
South Dean Camping

A few days that went by…

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yolanda P. 2 reviews

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked A few days that went by too quickly. Clean restrooms and showers, plenty of space for tents to choose from, potable water, and stunning views. Highly recommended.

Recommend to friends Visit again

I would camp here again!

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Rebecca L. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Liked the open space, beautiful views, great washing up facilities. Toilets and showers great.
Only thing to note, you share the field with sheep, so if your dog wants to chase sheep make sure you have a good lead.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would stay here again

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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Wifi
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Amy S. 2 reviews

Unpowered grass campervan site

Liked Great little site. Toilets and wash up area showers all very good
Nice views, spacious and quiet.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

The facilities were really good and…

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Jonas F. 3 reviews

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked The facilities were really good and clean
The views from the pitch is next level
No loud music or loud people in the evening
Overall the stay of 4 nights was absolutely perfect!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great views, nice facilities.…

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10 out of 10
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Child friendliness
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Oscar S. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Great views, nice facilities.

Recommend to friends Visit again

So peaceful and lots of space Very…

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Alisha C. 2 reviews

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked So peaceful and lots of space
Very tidy and clean

Recommend to friends Visit again

The views, the facilities…

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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Rhys P. 1 review

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked The views, the facilities

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very laid back and chilled campsite. Would definitely stay again!

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Wifi
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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Lovely Views
Park next to tent
Good hot showers and toilet facilities
Spacious campsite
Noisy group of campers at night looked like they were dealt with swiftly
Supplies like washing up liquid at the sink area and shower gel in the showers
Local vendors came each day such a Mexican food, bakery and cocktail bar (but they were pricey)
Early arrival time and no rush to leave on departure day either.

Disliked Not really a dislike but the only thing the campsite is missing is an Ice pack freezer which would make the place top tier. Food we purchased went off due to the tent getting so warm and not being able to keep our food cool even in a cool box.

Some of the toilet doors do have quite large natural holes and gaps in the wood at the sides which may cause a problem if you’re looking for complete privacy.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect!

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Child friendliness
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Mark H. 1 review

Unpowered grass campervan site

Liked Absolutely loved my break away this weekend, the site was perfect! And the views!! Wow! Will 100% be going back.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Pop-up campground

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 Picnic table 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

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campground

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

South Dean Camping

Trentishoe

Parracombe

Barnstaple

Devon

England

EX31 4QD

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.21832°N
3.94852°W

Nearest transport

Coach
12.3 km Methodist Church
17.3 km Bus Station
19.2 km Garage
Rail
17.9 km Barnstaple Rail Station
23.1 km Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
24.8 km Umberleigh Rail Station
Ferry
11.4 km Ilfracombe Ferry Landing
24.8 km Instow Ferry Landing
24.9 km Appledore Ferry Landing
Airport
43.6 km Swansea Airport
47 km Cardiff 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

Getting your seaside fix isn’t hard from South Dean Camping. Combe Martin (five minutes’ drive) is a very scenic spot, and all that scenery is extra special when you’re on a rented kayak or paddleboard just off shore. The village is home to the Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park (10 minutes) too, a zoo and prehistoric park for just as an attractive day out. More coastal spots include the surfing hotspot at Woolacombe Beach (25 minutes), Ilfracombe’s busy harbour (20 minutes) or the Valley of Rocks (20 minutes) for all things coastal walks and dramatic sea views. For a little of the historic, settle in for the funicular railway in the villages of Lynton and Lynmouth (20 minutes) or potter around the country house and gardens at Arlington Court (15 minutes). Barnstaple (30 minutes), a gorgeous riverside town, is the go-to place for Tarka Trail bike rides. If it’s a walk you’d rather, Dunkery & Horner Wood National Nature Reserve (40 minutes) has a great loop among the ancient oaks.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Combe Martin 6.4 km Sea PoorPoorPoorPoor
Lynmouth 8.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Ilfracombe Hele 10.4 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Ilfracombe Tunnels Beach 12.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Combesgate Beach, Woolacombe 18.9 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 33.3 km

National Waterfront Museum 44.2 km

National Trust

Heddon Valley 1.4 km

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 8.4 km

Watersmeet 10.4 km

Holnicote Estate 26.9 km

Dunster Working Watermill 35.1 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Hunters Inn - SW Coast Path - Trentishoe - Hunters Inn 1.6 km

Hunters Inn - Woody Bay - South West Coast Path - Hunters Inn 1.6 km

Woody Bay and the Spectacular Coastline 3.6 km

ARLINGTON COURT 8.9 km

Hillsford Bridge - Watersmeet - Lynmouth - Hillsford Bridge 10 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 South Dean Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is South Dean Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near South Dean Camping? Getting your seaside fix isn’t hard from South Dean Camping. Combe Martin (five minutes’ drive) is a very scenic spot, and all that scenery is extra special when you’re on a rented … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of South Dean Camping?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  9 a.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  Anytime
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  • How much does it cost to stay at South Dean Camping? From $80.26 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.