Pearchay Farm Camping

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Aerial view of the camping field
Aerial view of the camping field
Pitched tent in camping field
Farm pond
Views of exmoor national park
Firepit, kitchen area equipped with gas stove, kettle, small pans, utensils
Camping field neighours
Wind turbines at sunset
Beautiful sunset over the farm
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Pitched tent in camping field
Farm pond
Views of exmoor national park

  • Well-maintained dog-friendly farm site just outside South Molton
  • A 20-minute drive to Exmoor National Park; 30 minutes to Barnstaple
  • Firepit for hire and wood to purchase; barbecues permitted
Put your faith in the bridleway and follow it into Pearchay Farm Camping, where you can share the soil with gently grazing cows, sheep and horses. At the foot of several public footpaths and just outside of the market town of South Malton, pitch up this peaceful working farm retreat for a well-maintained base that will open up a web of rural rambles in the Devon countryside and nearby Exmoor National Park, 20 minutes’ drive away. Handily, you won’t need to wave goodbye to the sea either, as this natural haven is half an hour’s drive from Barnstaple and just under an hour’s drive from the sandy-stripped north Devon coast for surfing, paddleboarding and all manner of watersports. Hire a large firepit and purchase wood on site for a campfire or stack up the meat on the grill for an end-of-the day barbecue, as both are permitted on site. Just don't forget to put aside the grizzly bits for your dog if you have one, as they’re also welcome on the site on a lead. If you're still hungry, you can hunker down for local food and beers in several pubs and restaurants within 10 minutes’ drive and pick up extra rations in a couple of food shops within 10 minutes’ drive.

Site type

Tent sites 40
Motorhome sites 3
Rent a tent 3
Open now
Opens 11 July
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 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).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Minimum spacing of 5 metres between pitches.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 11 Jul to

Open from Fri, 18 Jul to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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Reviews

9.7

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PeacefulSpectacular scenery

100% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

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You must stay at this site. Views are stunning and it's so quiet.

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Kieran P.

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Liked Amazing views. Spotless facilities. Very helpful owners. Did I mention the amazing views!!

Peaceful, scenic and dog freindly

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Anonymous

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Liked Beautiful view, very peaceful and dog friendly. Super place to sit, take in the view, read a book and have a drink. Definitely a place to return to often.

Very quiet. Sufficient flat ground. Excellent showers and spotlessly clean. Stunning views…

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Anonymous

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Liked Very quiet. Sufficient flat ground.
Excellent showers and spotlessly clean. Stunning views

Disliked No recycling facilities, brought rubbish home.
No hose to fill up water

Amazing views, can see for miles. while the field is sloped, there…

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Mark S.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Amazing views, can see for miles. while the field is sloped, there are lots of relatively flat areas for pitching. Ground is very easy for pegs and soft, good grass, not muddy.

Great phone signal.

The showers were amazing, toilets too. Some of the best I've seen.
Owner was really nice and brought me some wood and kindling for my fire pit.

Recommended for motorcycles.

Disliked Nothing

Good location with a nice view, facilities were clean. Very easy to…

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Anonymous

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Liked Good location with a nice view, facilities were clean. Very easy to find, what three words location being sent over by text was very helpful. Near enough to town to pop in and get some fish and chips!

stunning countryside, peaceful, clean facilities and great hosts.

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richard s.

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Liked everything.

Will definitely be back, communication was excellent couldn’t complain

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass motorhome site

Liked We loved the location
Toilets and showers where spotless
We sat in paradise with a fire pit and a bag of logs. What’s not to love.

Excellent site for wild camping

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass motorhome site

Liked Excellent Pitch with stunning views. Toilets and showers were very clean and field well kept. Only one other family camping there so it was very peaceful. would definatley stay again

Relaxed, friendly

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Carolyn K.

Unpowered grass motorhome site

Liked Peaceful, views, relaxed, friendly, showers and toilets impeccable, hot water

Disliked Amount of sheep poo in field.

Excellent! Highly recommend

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass motorhome site

Liked Beautiful View! Lovely clean toilets and the best camping showers ever!

Features

Dogs 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 Car parking by site/unit 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 Walkers' paradise Wild camping

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Pearchay Farm Camping

Rose Ash

Devon

England

EX36 4BU

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.98377°N
3.73092°W

Nearest transport

Coach
8.2 km The Square
8.2 km The Square
19.4 km Bus Station
Rail
13.4 km Kings Nympton Rail Station
14.7 km Eggesford Rail Station
15.2 km Lapford Rail Station
Ferry
31.3 km Minehead Harbour
32.5 km Instow Ferry Landing
33.2 km Appledore Ferry Landing
Airport
35.8 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

Fresh pasties, collectibles and antiques… South Molton (15 minutes’ drive) is a historical market town with sweet treats and locally grown produce for perusal. A town-based home to one of the largest collections of honeybees in the UK, you’ll want to stop by Quince Honey Farm (15 minutes) and its soft play area, shop and restaurant for a stickily sweet time. At nearby Knightshayes National Trust (20 minutes), alternate between the Victorian house, formal gardens and the spacious outdoor space. Slightly further afield, Arlington Court (40 minutes) has more fanciful gardens, horse-drawn carriages and tea rooms. Handily, the north Devon coast is also within reach. Saunton Sands (50 minutes) has an impressive stretch of sand and waves fit for wakeboarding and paddleboarding. Stop by the curvaceous Baggy Point (an hour) as you rise over the cliffs and descend into its neighbouring Woolacombe beach (an hour), surfers’ favourite. Inland, at Exmoor National Park (20 minutes), walk among herds of ponies on the moors and pack a picnic for a scenic stop along the way. With wildlife spotting on the brain, you can find a greater portion of the animal world residing in Exmoor Zoo (half an hour) too.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Porlock Weir 27.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Lynmouth 28.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Minehead Terminus 31 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Dunster North West 31.7 km Sea N/AN/AN/AGood
Blue Anchor West 31.9 km Sea N/AN/AN/AN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 28.7 km

RHS Garden Rosemoor 28.8 km

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 32.2 km

Castle Drogo 32.6 km

Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 36.1 km

National Trust

Knightshayes Court 18.6 km

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 25.2 km

Watersmeet 27 km

Holnicote Estate 27.3 km

Killerton 28.9 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

KING'S NYMPTON PARK 12.1 km

CASTLE HILL 13.3 km

Eggesford Station - Eggesford Barton - Nethercott - Eggesford Station 14.7 km

Withypool - Tarr Steps - Knaplock 14.8 km

Simonsbath - Picked Stone - River Barle Valley - Simonsbath 17.6 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.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Pearchay Farm Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Pearchay Farm Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Pearchay Farm Camping? Fresh pasties, collectibles and antiques… South Molton (15 minutes’ drive) is a historical market town with sweet treats and locally grown produce for perusal. A town-based home to one of the largest … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Pearchay Farm Camping?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  10 a.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  10 a.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Pearchay Farm Camping? From $44.92 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.