Porlock Bay View Campsite

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  • Well-maintained Exmoor National Park site with views of Porlock Bay
  • A 15-minute drive from Minehead; 35 minutes from Lynton and Lynmouth
  • Climb Dunkery Beacon directly from the site; logs for sale on site
If you’ve been planning on looking around Exmoor National Park, put your plans into motion with a stay at Porlock Bay View Campsite. The relaxed site is set between the ancient oak woodland of the Horner Valley and the wooded valley of Hawkcombe, through which there is a route to the peaceful village of Porlock. On site, there are three toilets, a shower, a couple of washing-up areas and a freezer. Anyone wishing to spend the evening around a campfire can purchase logs on site. The views are very much worthy of putting some time aside to sit down and contemplate, as the farm has views of moorland, rivers and the west Somerset coastline. This is a lovely base for anyone who likes walking, cycling, horse-riding or adventure sports. Climb to Dunkery Beacon, the highest point on Exmoor, directly from the site. There is plenty of wildlife on the doorstep, and at night, there are dark skies for stargazing. For places with more civilisation, Porlock (10 minutes’ drive) has two small convenience shops, and more extensive supplies can be picked up in Minehead 15 minutes’ drive away. With just a 10-minute drive, it’s also possible to reach village pubs, classic tea rooms and small restaurants.

Campground type

Tent sites 25
RV sites 25
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Please note
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

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9.8

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What customers say

This remote campsite offers stunning, unparalleled bay and countryside views for a peaceful escape. Guests loved the friendly owner, clean, basic but good facilities, and level spots. Despite a steep access road, its natural beauty and relaxed vibe come highly recommended.

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be aware that the roads are EXTREMELY steep!

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Anonymous

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked the view, the helpful owner, how peaceful it was, free firepit

Disliked the distance of the facilities (except the composting loo) and the steep walk to get there

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A peaceful, unfussy campsite with fabulous views. Just what I wanted!

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Lisa J.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Beautiful views. The friendly welcome. The unfussy vibe and simplicity of the facilities which very clean. Lovely level pitches. The peace and quiet. Walks from the campsite. It was wonderful and I very much hope to get back next season.

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Great site and location and very friendly people running it.

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Damian C.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Friendly staff, great view of the bay, facilities are simple but exactly what we needed (shower was lovely, although, at 6' 1", I did have to duck very slightly).
The hike to the village is quite steep but had some nice pubs.

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Stunning views

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Anonymous

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked Stunning views and perfect for stargazing. Super quiet at night apart from a few cows mooing nearby. Level pitches at the top which suited my campervan.

Simple but basics needs met. It was exactly what we were looking for.

Site is next to a farm so accessed via typical uk country lane which was suitable for my Campervan. Beautiful scenic landscapes on our drive there.

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Had an amazing stay. All the…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Had an amazing stay. All the facilities were clean. Beautiful view and very well priced.

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Wondefull, wonderfull camp site , very…

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JEAN-LUC S.

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked Wondefull, wonderfull camp site , very basic but this is what we like. The views are stunning, the cal ABSOLUTE. The farmer/owner a very nice man, comes personnaly to greet every customer on the pitch - How often do you see that ?
Thanks again !

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Everything : Location and views, peaceful…

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Mike H.

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked Everything : Location and views, peaceful and friendly helpful hosts. Had a relaxing weekend and facilities perfectly adequate and clean.

Disliked Nothing

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Fantastic no issues or faults whatsoever

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Lee J.

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked Views are incredible, very quiet and a fantastic pitch well worth the money, will be returning 100%

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Serene location, left to enjoy, flat well maintained pitches, clean

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Peace and tranquility with fantastic location. Beautiful approach up an incredible road. Great site

Disliked Nothing

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Lizzie B.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked It was perfect. Quiet, tranquil, incredible view and fantastic facilities. We love rustic so suited us just fine. Amazing location for the coast and lots to see and do.
The owners were friendly and helpful.
We felt so lucky to have found this spot!

Disliked Disliked nothing!

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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

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce 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 Rallies welcome 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

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer 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 Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campground

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Porlock Bay View Campsite

Woodcocks Ley Farm

Porlock

Somerset

England

TA24 8LX

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.19278°N
3.60005°W

Route directions

What3words: crows.chip.colder.

Nearest transport

Bus
5.3 mi The Parade
6.1 mi Butlins
15.8 mi The Square
Rail
15.8 mi Llantwit Major Rail Station
17.3 mi Rhoose Rail Station
19.6 mi Barry Rail Station
Ferry
5.7 mi Minehead Harbour
20.1 mi Barry Waterfront Ferry Terminal
22.2 mi Ilfracombe Ferry Landing
Airport
18.2 mi Cardiff 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: - Hurlstone Point (hiking): 10 minutes’ drive - Bossington beach: 15 minutes - Minehead (seaside town with watersports activities): 15 minutes - Valley of Rocks (hiking): 35 minutes - Lynton and Lynmouth (attractions such as a cliff railway and Glen Lyn Gorge): 35 minutes - National Trust – Watersmeet (tearoom, shop and walking trails): 35 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Porlock Weir 2.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Minehead Terminus 5.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Dunster North West 7.1 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AGood
Blue Anchor West 8.6 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AN/A
Lynmouth 10.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

St Fagans: National History Museum 24.7 mi

Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 25 mi

Millennium Stadium 26.8 mi

Cardiff Castle 26.9 mi

The Cardiff Story (opens April 1st 2011) 27 mi

National Trust

Holnicote Estate 1.8 mi

Dunster Working Watermill 6.6 mi

Dunster Castle 6.8 mi

Watersmeet 8.9 mi

Heddon Valley 14.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Webbers Post - Brockwell - Dunkery Breacon - Stoke Pero 1.4 mi

EXMOOR 4.1 mi

Lorna Doone Country: Malmsmead - Badgeworthy Water - Malmsmead 5.9 mi

Withypool - Tarr Steps - Knaplock 6.3 mi

DUNSTER CASTLE 6.9 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 Porlock Bay View Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Porlock Bay View Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Porlock Bay View Campsite? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Hurlstone Point (hiking): 10 minutes’ drive - Bossington beach: 15 minutes - Minehead (seaside town with watersports activities): 15 minutes - Valley of Rocks (hiking): 35 … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Porlock Bay View Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  11:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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