Bovey's Down Farm
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- Quiet rural site on a working farm 10 minutes' drive from Honiton
- A 15-minute drive from Seaton, Sidmouth and the South West Coast Path
- Farm shop and tea room on site for homemade meals and takeaway food
Campground type
5
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5
2
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- The tearoom/bar is open 8.30am to 6pm Wednesday to Monday, and is closed on Tuesday. The restaurant/bar is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings from 7pm to 10pm. Farm cider sales are possible at any time.
Languages spoken
English
Polish
Campsite types & availability
8.4/10
Wifi at the unit/site
Reviews
87% would recommend this campground to a friend
83% would stay here again
What customers say
This family-run site boasts scenic rural views & a relaxed vibe. Guests rave about the friendly owners, clean facilities & tasty home-cooked food. Spacious pitches & kid-friendly fun (rope swing!) are highlights. Downsides: road noise, some sloped sites, and occasional facility hiccups at peak times.
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Powered grass campsite
Liked Pleasant young lady in tea room kitchen, very helpful. View
Disliked I asked to be by a hedge, but not by the busy main road. We were placed by the main Sidmouth road despite there being other hedges on site. Was told just the occasional tractor rumbling by... nooe! Also we were sited by the bins. Noise from traffic was an issue. Dated and not terribly clean toilets. If you like lots and lots of insects, you will be fine. Bring your own plug for the sink. Due to stay 2 nights left after 1.
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From the manager: Hello, thank you for taking the time to review your short stay here.
I'm sorry in this instance you were unhappy with your pitch, which was on the small road that leads to the Seaton road.
Our bins are screened and emptied twice weekly, with your pitch being on the opposite side of the main gate & drive
includes a wooden wind break for privacy and seclusion for your dog . We attempted to fulfil all your requests , including being next to a hedge. Any other hedges you saw did not have an electrical supply or else reserved for tents.
I'm sorry if the Saturday traffic was an issue ,this is an un numbered road so not classed as busy.
Sink plugs are not supplied to be sure its germ free for clients as most campers prefer to use their own washing up bowl,
if there was one missing from any toilet basin, apologies, we are frequently replacing them.
Any problems could have been brought up at the time and dealt with to make your stay more comfortable.
Regards from Boveys Down Farm
Very clean and welcoming. Facilities very…
Powered grass campsite
Liked Very clean and welcoming. Facilities very clean.
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Score would have been 8 or 9 but for uncontrolled fellow campers
Powered grass campsite
Liked Great Site & location, Cafe, Basic Bar. Lovely owners,
Disliked Group on last night blasting music until 3am.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review, we are pleased you enjoyed most of your stay.
Apologies about the music being played too late.
On everyone's welcome letter it stipulates no music after 11pm & the details are there to phone us in an emergency if you feel your fellow campers are out of control. we can nip any problems in the bud if we know about it..
We sleep on site but down under the bank so never hear if music is playing so depend on your good selves to contact us if someone is too loud after hours.
We look forward to seeing you here again.
Pam & Gerald.
Small friendly site with good views. Some level & some sloping pitches
Primitive grass campsite
Liked Lovely field with beautiful views over the valley. Loos and wash facilities were fine and clean. Lots of space and a friendly host.
Disliked The road adjoining the site is quite busy so there was some traffic noise but that subsided as the evening wore on.
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From the manager: Thanks for your review. I'm sorry to see you would prefer not to stay again & this site was not for you.
Best wishes from Gerald & Pam.
Definitely would revisit
Primitive grass campsite
Liked The lovely location the showers
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Incredible site with amazing views, fantastic owners and facilities!
Primitive grass campsite
Liked What a magical site! The owners were incredible, facilities clean and easily accessible, great WiFi coverage, large pitch sizes, fantastic local products available from the main barn as well as beautiful cream teas and food. Loads for kids to do and explore with rope swings and owners even put up a large football net as a surprise one afternoon. Farm animals such as the chickens and geese, the cows in the far fields and of course Mia the cat were a highlight for the family as well as the incredible night skies, perfect for star gazing. Will definitely be back next year, couldn’t fault it!!!
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From the manager: Such a beautiful review, thanks so much ,I'm lost for words.
P & G x
Great site, will definitely be coming back!
Powered grass campsite
Liked Friendly staff, simple check in
Lovely rib eye steak!
Plenty of space
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From the manager: Great thank you,, see you next time.
Pam & Gerald.
Could be lovely if some effort was made. Very strange vibe from owners
Powered grass campsite
Liked The location
Disliked It was advertised as a pub campsite but the pub was a small bar that only opens Fri/Sat and not even on a bank holiday. Farm shop is advertised but I didn’t see any produce on sale and despite advertising their own cider, when asked at “the bar” all they could offer us was a can of Thatchers. Sat at a table that was full of a left over cream tea, this was not cleared during the whole hour we were sat there, despite staff walking pass several times. No where on site to exercise dogs.
The toilets and showers were really dirty and looked as if they were not cleaned regularly. We were supposed to stay 2 nights but left after the first.
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Lovely little campsite , friendly ,…
Powered grass campsite
Liked Lovely little campsite , friendly , fires allowed
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Onsite restaurant and bar and shop.…
Powered grass campsite
Liked Onsite restaurant and bar and shop. Nice site and nice views, all clean and tidy
Disliked Only one toilet block so sometimes there was a wait but nothing major. Another toilet block in the restaurant area but that closes at 10.
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Features
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 WatersportsAmenities on park
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Off licence Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Tents for hire Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Gastronomic delight Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 32 inches) Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal sitesLocation
Bovey's Down Farm
Farway
Colyton
Honiton
Devon
England
EX24 6JD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.74583°N
3.17982°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Bus
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beer | 5.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sidmouth Town | 5.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaton (Devon) | 5.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sidmouth Jacobs Ladder | 5.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Ladram Bay | 7.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site 5.1 mi
Crealy Great Adventure Park 10.6 mi
Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 12.1 mi
The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 12.5 mi
Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 15.4 mi
National Trust
Branscombe: the Old Bakery, Manor Mill and Forge 4.1 mi
Shute Barton 5.4 mi
Loughwood Meeting House 6 mi
Killerton: Marker's Cottage 11.5 mi
Killerton: Clyston Mill 11.7 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
COMBE HOUSE 2.5 mi
Weston - Coastal Path - Salcombe Regis 3.5 mi
Branscombe – Street and the Coastal Path 4.7 mi
Colyton - River Coly - Parehayne Hill 4.8 mi
CADHAY 4.9 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 Bovey's Down Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Bovey's Down Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
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- When can I check in and check out of Bovey's Down Farm?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: noon On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. On arrival, please enter the Swallows Rest and ring the bell just inside on the left or by the swing doors on the left.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Bovey's Down Farm? From $29.56 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.