When can I check in and check out of South Ford Farm Camping?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon Read more

How much does it cost to stay at South Ford Farm Camping?

From $33.30 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

South Ford Farm Camping

View prices & book Last booked 4 days ago 9.9 81 reviews

Inside our dry space tent for all to use. boardgames available for you to use.

Riverside campsite on a Devon farm, 25 minutes' drive from Barnstaple
A 20-minute drive from Exmoor National Park; 50 minutes to Croyde Bay
Dog-friendly, no-frills camping with river views and grazing sheep

South Ford Farm Camping is a small, family-run site in north Devon, set peacefully alongside a river. Here you can get far, far away from the rat race to watch sheep grazing in the fields, paddle in the river and enjoy the sunset along with your evening barbecue (available to hire on site; wood and firepits also available). On clear nights, just lie back and watch the Milky Way twinkling far above. Watersports enthusiasts, this is a great base for you. The farm is a 50-minute drive from some of Devon’s most popular surfing beaches, including Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay and Woolacombe. You can explore the wild moorland of Exmoor National Park on foot, horseback or bike, and if the weather’s not co-operating for you, treat the kids to the indoor pool and climbing wall in South Molton, or give beekeeping a go at Quince Honey Farm. A 10-minute drive away, South Molton is your nearest town. Here you can pick up bits in the supermarket or root around artisan food stalls at the Pannier Market (every Thursday and Saturday). For big shopping trips (and restaurants serving all kinds of food) Barnstaple (25 minutes) is your best bet. This is a laidback, simple site with a handful of amenities, including a shower block, washing-up station and recycling facilities. Dogs are welcome, but please, not at pitches by the river.

Campground type

Open now

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Apr 4 to Sun, Oct 5 2025

Campsite types & availability

Primitive grass and gravel RV campsite

8 people maximum

Ground type: Grass and gravel

Site size: Max 6.1m width x 6.1m depth (20.0ft width x 20.0ft depth) Calculated area: 37.2m² (400.0ft²)

8 people maximum

One RV or Class B motorhome allowed per site

Additional units require additional sites - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Site size

Max 6.1m width x 6.1m depth (20.0ft width x 20.0ft depth) Calculated area: 37.2m² (400.0ft²)

Ground type

Grass and gravel

0 rooms

Twin-axle vehicles not accepted

Suitable for

RV, Class B motorhome

Features

Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Bring a shelter tent 2 included, 2 max.
Car 2 included, 2 max.

Other restrictions

Car parking by site not allowed

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max) £5 (£5) per night
Dog (2 max)

£5 (£5) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £25 (£25) 1 night, 2 adults

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Other campsite types

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

8 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site

Ground type: Grass

Site size: Max 7.9m width x 7.3m depth (26.0ft width x 24.0ft depth) Calculated area: 58.0m² (624.0ft²)

8 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site

Multiple Tent or Trailer tent allowed per site

Site size

Max 7.9m width x 7.3m depth (26.0ft width x 24.0ft depth) Calculated area: 58.0m² (624.0ft²)

Ground type

Grass

0 rooms

Suitable for

Tent, Trailer tent

Features

Bring a shelter tent 2 included, 2 max.
Car 2 included, 2 max.

Fire ring
Wifi at the unit/site

Other restrictions

Car parking by site not allowed

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max) £5 (£5) per night
Bring an awning (1 max) £5 (£5) per night
Dog (2 max)

£5 (£5) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £25 (£25) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

Reviews

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Warm welcome at an excellent campsite in a great loctation

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

Anonymous May 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Comfortable well laid out campsite with good facilities, a warm welcome and a central location for visiting Exmoor, Dartmoor and the Devon coast

Recommend to friends Visit again

The hosts of the campsite were absolutely fantastic! What they have created…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Luke B. May 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: The hosts of the campsite were absolutely fantastic! What they have created here is beyond stunning! They were both so friendly and helpful! I honestly think they would of done our washing up after the bbq if we asked them! 😉😂, plenty to keep the kids entertained on the campsite, huge field next to the campsite for the pooch to roam free! I will certainly be bringing the extended family here before the end of the summer! Thanks guys!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Callum N. May 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Everything. Owner was very helpful and campsite was lovely and well maintained. We are already planning our next trip and looking at staying longer. Kids didnt want to leave was entertained by the park and football net the whole stay.

Disliked: Absolutely nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely campsite very clean and the host Chris was lovely we will…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Ellie B. May 2025

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Lovely campsite very clean and the host Chris was lovely we will defiantly be back to stay again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

EVERYTHING! What a Gem! Hosts, Chris and Tina are very friendly and accommodating. They…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Jenna B. Apr 2025

Primitive grass and gravel RV campsite

Liked: EVERYTHING!
What a Gem!

Hosts, Chris and Tina are very friendly and accommodating. They go above and beyond to make your stay enjoyable and comfortable. We had a great chat with Chris and took his recommendations to visit Valley Of The Rocks and we were not disappointed!

Location is just beautiful. Spaced out pitches in a well maintained campsite with stunning surroundings. We were lucky to wake up to the view of the Lambs.
They have thought of it all when I comes to entertainment; a football goal, badminton/tennis net and rackets, a little "beach" with a built in sandpit, swing set/climbing frame.
Located a few minutes from town for essentials and easy access to coastal areas for walks.
Clean facilities, warm showers, charging points, fridge/freezer, information room and free WiFi.

What more could you need?!

Thanks for an awesome stay. We will be back for sure.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Easy check in and a great welcome. The facilities were clean and…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Natalie C. Oct 2024

Primitive grass and gravel RV campsite

Liked: Easy check in and a great welcome. The facilities were clean and well kept. Lovely feel to the place and great host. We didn't access it but WiFi onsite.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with clean facilities, friendly couple and big pitches

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

Brooke W. Sep 2024

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Such a beautiful campsite. Very well kept and tidy. The toilets and shower are lovely and so incredibly clean.
The hot water station for washing up was so helpful along with the new USB station so that you can charge your phone !
The couple who run it are so friendly and kind and incredibly helpful.
The fire pit hire and logs and kindling was also very helpful.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful campsite

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Sylwia D. Sep 2024

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Beautiful spots of nature with river.Nice owners.Campsite keeps on high level. Clean toilets and shower. Freezer, fridge and charging phone area.
Pitches prepeared for 1 tent not for group of tents.
Really cheap price per night

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Rosanna J. Sep 2024

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: This is definitely one of the best camp sites I have been to! The owner was so welcoming and very helpful with anything we needed. The pitches are perfect! Very clean showers and toilets. The site is beautiful! We are definitely coming back!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent Camp Site

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Anonymous Sep 2024

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked: Truly great camp site. Perfect pitch spacing, great kids facilities, clean toilets and warm showers. Central location within easy reach of all beaches and attractions. Loved it!

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 Watersports

Amenities 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 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

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

South Ford Farm Camping

Exeter Road

South Molton

Devon

England

EX36 4HX

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.0023°N
-3.88213°W

Route directions

If you are coming from South Molton, the site is just past the village sign for Clapworthy Mill on the right hand-side before the Farm House.

Nearest transport

Bus

2.3 mi The Square

9.3 mi Bus Station

Rail

4.3 mi Portsmouth Arms Rail Station

4.4 mi Umberleigh Rail Station

4.7 mi Kings Nympton Rail Station

Ferry

13.5 mi Instow Ferry Landing

13.9 mi Appledore Ferry Landing

14.1 mi Bideford Ferry Landing

Airport

27.7 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: - Quince Honey Farm: 10 minutes' drive - South Molton: 10 minutes - Exmoor National Park: 20 minutes - Exmoor Zoo: 25 minutes - Castle Hill Gardens: 30 minutes - Saunton Sands: 45 minutes - Croyde Bay: 50 minutes - Woolacombe: 50 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Westward Ho!	15.7 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Combe Martin	15.7 mi	Sea	Poor	Poor	Poor	Poor
Lynmouth	16 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Saunton Sands	16.8 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Ilfracombe Hele	17.2 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 11.8 mi

Castle Drogo 21.4 mi

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 23.6 mi

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 24.7 mi

Crealy Great Adventure Park 28.8 mi

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 10.8 mi

Heddon Valley 14.9 mi

Watersmeet 15.6 mi

Knightshayes Court 18.2 mi

Finch Foundry 18.9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

CASTLE HILL 2.9 mi

KING'S NYMPTON PARK 3.3 mi

Eggesford Station - Eggesford Barton - Nethercott - Eggesford Station 7.9 mi

YOULSTON PARK 9.9 mi

ARLINGTON COURT 10.7 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 3 day(s) of arrival.

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.
All guests spending the night at the park must present their ID at the reception desk and sign registration forms.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Please pick any available site on arrival.
There is no reception at this park. Please check-in at the gate instead.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leashes and supervised at all times.
The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

General

Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and trunks must be closed quietly.

Occupancy

No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
Open fires are prohibited.
Please do not touch or feed the animals.
Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Vehicles

No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
No vehicle movement between midnight and 7 a.m..
Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

Does South Ford Farm Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is South Ford Farm Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near South Ford Farm Camping? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Quince Honey Farm: 10 minutes' drive - South Molton: 10 minutes - Exmoor National Park: 20 minutes - Exmoor Zoo: 25 minutes - Castle Hill Gardens: … Read more
When can I check in and check out of South Ford Farm Camping?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites

Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: noon

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How much does it cost to stay at South Ford Farm Camping? From $33.30 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.