Beech Hill Community Campsite

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Grassy, shaded pitch
Grassy, shaded pitch
Nearby orchard
View of the site
Sitting around the firepit
Camp kitchen
Camp kitchen
Outdoor camp kitchen and lounge
Table for two
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New
Nearby orchard
View of the site
Sitting around the firepit

  • Peaceful site within an eco-community 35 minutes’ drive from Exeter
  • Dartmoor National Park 45 minutes’ drive; Powderham Castle an hour
  • Dog-friendly; communal kitchen; adjacent to the Two Moors Way
If you’ve been flirting with the idea of communal living, you can get a short-term taste of how it all works at Beech Hill Community Campsite. At this peaceful site in mid-Devon (about 35 minutes’ drive from Exeter), a group of people with the same passion for the environment share land, resources and responsibilities. Guests set up on a secluded grass area fringed by leafy beech trees and next to what might be the beating heart of this low-impact site: an apple orchard and vegetable gardens producing food for the community. It is a gorgeous setting, conducive to relaxing days exploring the local countryside with your four-legged companion. Beech Hill is a five-minute walk from the Two Moors Way, which links Dartmoor and Exmoor national parks (both about 45 minutes), with miles of walking and cycling routes through farmland and woodlands. Evenings might be spent sitting around the fire (or at the table in the communal outdoor kitchen) exchanging stories and experiences with fellow visitors. The kitchen comes with two gas hobs, running water and a range of cooking utensils. You’re also welcome to light up a barbecue, and provisions can be sourced from the community store in Kennerleigh (10 minutes’ drive). Of course, you might choose not to cook at all, electing instead to head down to the local pub in Morchard Bishop (five minutes or a half-hour walk). Amenities – simple but thoughtfully maintained – include composting toilets and gas- and solar-powered showers, plus a washing-up area and recycling points.

Campground type

Tent sites 40
Opens
Please note
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

Czech

English

Spanish

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Reviews

10

Overall rating from 3 Pitchup.com customers

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100% would recommend this campground to a friend

100% would stay here again
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Nice campsite 1.5 mile outside morchard…

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Vincent m.

Primitive grass and earth tent campsite

Liked Nice campsite 1.5 mile outside morchard bishop.
Shower and cooking facilities available..

Orchards and gardens around Old grande House. Access to swimming pool

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean, well maintained, friendly, definitely would return!

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10 out of 10
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Value for money
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Helen W.

Primitive grass and earth tent campsite

Liked Lovely secluded setting amongst the trees. Rustic feel with solar shower (very warm!) and compost toilets. Very dog friendly. The owners were very welcoming and friendly. Camp kitchen area ideal for wet weather. Had a lovely swim in the pool, perfect on a hot day after walking the Two Moors Way.
This would be a great choice for a large group or family celebration.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

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

Baby-changing facilities 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 Picnic table 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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities 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) Pop-up campground

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Step-free or level access Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Beech Hill Community Campsite

Beech Hill House

Morchard Bishop

Crediton

Devon

England

EX17 6RF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.86354°N
3.73342°W

Nearest transport

Bus
11.1 mi Bus Station
11.5 mi The Square
11.5 mi The Square
Rail
2.9 mi Morchard Road Rail Station
3.4 mi Lapford Rail Station
3.5 mi Copplestone Rail Station
Ferry
17 mi Topsham Ferry Landing
17 mi Topsham Lock Ferry Landing
17.2 mi Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing
Airport
16.6 mi 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - National Trust - Knightshayes Court: half an hour’s drive - Exeter (cathedral, Northernhay Gardens, Underground Passages): 35 minutes - RHS Garden Rosemoor: 40 minutes - National Trust - Fingle Bridge: 45 minutes - National Trust - Killerton (landscaped gardens): 45 minutes - Powderham Castle and Gardens: an hour - Hartland Devon Heritage Coast: an hour and 15 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Dawlish Warren 22.3 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Exmouth 22.7 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dawlish Town 22.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Dawlish Coryton Cove 23.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Sandy Bay 23.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Castle Drogo 12.1 mi

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 13 mi

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 13.2 mi

Crealy Great Adventure Park 17.6 mi

RHS Garden Rosemoor 18.4 mi

National Trust

Knightshayes Court 11.8 mi

Castle Drogo 12.1 mi

Finch Foundry 12.5 mi

Killerton 13.2 mi

Killerton: Budlake Old Post Office 13.5 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Eggesford Station - Eggesford Barton - Nethercott - Eggesford Station 6.4 mi

SHOBROOKE PARK 6.5 mi

KING'S NYMPTON PARK 9.6 mi

Brampford Speke Circular 11 mi

WOOD HOUSE 11.1 mi

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 Beech Hill Community Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Beech Hill Community Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Beech Hill Community Campsite? Attractions and activities nearby include: - National Trust - Knightshayes Court: half an hour’s drive - Exeter (cathedral, Northernhay Gardens, Underground Passages): 35 minutes - RHS Garden Rosemoor: 40 minutes - National … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Beech Hill Community Campsite?
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    Arrive:  8 a.m. –  10 p.m.
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