Hele Valley Holiday Park
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- Well-maintained north Devon park just outside Ilfracombe
- Watermouth Castle five minutes' drive; Woolacombe 20 minutes
- Nature trail and play area on site; beach less than 10 minutes' walk
Campground type
7
22
35
5Tourist board rating
At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.- 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 3 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, Mar 13 to
Campsite types & availability
8 
FHU gravel RV campsite (small)
6 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 6.2m depth (31.2m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
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Powered grass tent campsite (large)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 3.5m depth (24.5m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
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FHU gravel travel trailer campsite (large)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8.5m depth (51m²)
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33)
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FHU gravel travel trailer campsite (XL)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 7.5m width × 8.5m depth (63.8m²)
Arrival daysFrom £38 (£38)
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Snug camping pod
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Dimensions: 6.6ft width × 7.3ft length
Arrival daysFrom £50 (£50)
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Camping pod (large)
2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Dimensions: 6.6ft width × 9.8ft length
Arrival daysFrom £55 (£55)
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Acorn microlodge
2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Arrival daysFrom £85 (£85)
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Conker microlodge (hot tub)
2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Arrival daysFrom £110 (£110)
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Reviews
99% would recommend this campground to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a beautiful, well-kept site in a sheltered valley, a short walk from Hele Bay and Ilfracombe. Guests consistently praise the spotless, modern restrooms and showers, often highlighting the private stalls. Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful. Pitches are generally well-sized and private, with excellent groundskeeping. Families appreciate the playground and nature trail. Some guests mention minor issues with shower timers and WiFi, and a few note the hilly walk into Ilfracombe.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews.
Last updated 6/3/2026
A beautifully well kept site with spotlessly clean facilities.
FHU gravel RV campsite (small)
Liked Such a lovely welcome from reception with helpful advice on the area, where to eat and the best walk into Ilfracombe. We loved our pitch no33 with a little stream running behind us and right close to toilet block. The site was immaculate with a relaxed feel to it. We will definitely be back!!!!
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: It's always lovely to hear that you found the information provided on arrival of use to you, which hopefully enhanced your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you again.
What a wonderful site and location…
Powered grass tent campsite (large)
Liked What a wonderful site and location too! Perfectly placed to walk to a great beach, shop and cafe also in very easy walking distance. lovely and quiet and peaceful. Great park for kids. Huge pitches with water, wifi and electric. Toilets/showers really high quality. Nice big dishwashing area and use of freezer. We will definitely be back!
Disliked I found the keypad on the toilets a bit annoying -kept forgetting the code!
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From the manager: Thank you for your comprehensive review, which helps other potential guests make an informed decision. We note your comments about the shower block codes. To ensure that only our guests get the benefit of this amazing facility, we have to ensure that only people staying with us can gain access. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Great caravan holiday
FHU gravel travel trailer campsite (large)
Liked Clean fresh facilities, great location and good pitches
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Excellent and clean facilities. Staff were…
FHU gravel travel trailer campsite (XL)
Liked Excellent and clean facilities. Staff were friendly and very helpful 🙂
Fantastic peaceful spot!
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Lovely site Facilities spotless Staff very friendly and…
FHU gravel travel trailer campsite (XL)
Liked Lovely site
Facilities spotless
Staff very friendly and helpful
Disliked WiFi sketchy
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From the manager: We are pleased to read that you found our staff to be friendly and helpful. As with most places the WiFi can be a little slower when high demands are placed on it. We note that you have said you would stay with us again, so we look forward to welcoming you in the future.
We will use this park again
FHU gravel RV campsite (small)
Liked Friendly helpful staff, given local bus timetables and maps, good showers and facilities and good pitch with a water tap and night light.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review, all of our pitches are fully serviced, so we are pleased to hear that you found this of benefit during your stay with us.
Very clean site staff very friendly.…
FHU gravel travel trailer campsite (large)
Liked Very clean site staff very friendly. Good walks for the dog . Toilet block spotless. Easy access to the beach.
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From the manager: Our shower block facilities provide everything you need in your own self contained area, which always seems to be well received by our guests. This part of North Devon is great for walking and the dogs seem to enjoy the variety of wonderful wooded areas and beaches. We hope to see you again in the future.
Beautiful, exceptionally clean site!
FHU gravel RV campsite (small)
Liked Beautifully maintained, immaculately clean park with really good facilities. The showers were always hot no matter when used, the gardens are lovely and the park gardeners were pottering around all day making sure everything looked lovely.
The ladies at reception were both really helpful and gave us some good local recommendations (the Mill is an absolute MUST!).
We had such a lovely time and were genuinely sad to be leaving.
Disliked Being extremely picky, the showers are push button with a very quick run time, making hair washing a bit of a faff, but really its a very minor detraction from an otherwise fabulous site.
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From the manager: What a lovely review, thank you for taking the time to write this. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed our well maintained site and found the information provided at Reception to be of use during your stay. The Mill is just one of the many places available within a short walking distance, so we are pleased to read that you enjoyed it.
Exceptionally clean and tidy site with…
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Anonymous FHU gravel travel trailer campsite (large)
Liked Exceptionally clean and tidy site with good pitches and excellent services.
Layout of site made for a peaceful stay even when busy.
Great location in walking distance of beach, shop, garage and the centre of Ilfracombe as well as local bus stop.
Reasonably priced carpark by the beach if you don’t want to walk.
Disliked Hard standing pitch was a bit difficult to get caravan awning pegs into.
Steep angled access onto main road made turning toward Ilfracombe challenging, but not impossible.
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From the manager: Thank you for your comprehensive review. As you mention, we are in a great location, with excellent facilities available. As our pitches require the use of rock pegs, if forget them or don't have any, we are able to provide information on local suppliers to makes things easier for you. We hope to see you again in the future.
Amazing place, staff are all so…
Anonymous Acorn microlodge
Liked Amazing place, staff are all so lovely and it’s a great little site!
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Features
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
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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Level campground, no steep slopes Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmac Step-free or level access Well-lit pathNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Caravan storage facilities Gray water hook-up for caravans Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Hele Valley Holiday Park
Hele Bay
Ilfracombe
Devon
England
EX34 9RD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.2051°N
4.1014°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilfracombe Hele | 0.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Ilfracombe Tunnels Beach | 1.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Combe Martin | 2.7 mi | Sea | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Combesgate Beach, Woolacombe | 5.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Woolacombe Village | 5.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
RHS Garden Rosemoor 18.2 mi
National Waterfront Museum 29.2 mi
National Trust
Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 6.6 mi
Heddon Valley 7.5 mi
Watersmeet 13.1 mi
Holnicote Estate 23.3 mi
Lundy 24.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Ilfracombe, Berrynarbor and the Coast 0.2 mi
Lee Bridge - Slade - Ilfracombe - Coast Path 3 mi
CHAPEL WOOD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 21/11/1950) 4.7 mi
Mortehoe NT Coast 4.8 mi
Morte Point - Rugged Coastal Headland 4.8 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 Hele Valley Holiday Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Hele Valley Holiday Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Hele Valley Holiday Park? Setting off to see your surroundings is easy – the South West Coast Path can be accessed from Ilfracombe to climb up to Hillsborough and pass Hele Bay and Watermouth to Combe … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Hele Valley Holiday Park?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Hele Valley Holiday Park? From $40.29 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.