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Electric optional grass tent pitch
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5 people maximum 
8.4/10
51 reviews Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.
Pitch size
Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Ground type
Grass
Suitable for
Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)
Features
Electric: 16 amp extra cost Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max. Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max. Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max. Car 2 included, 2 max. Dog(s) allowed 2 included, 2 max. Car parking by pitch/unit European plug Extras
| Electric hook-up (16A) (1 max) | £9 (£9) per night |
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Thorn Campsite
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Reviews
79% would recommend this site to a friend
78% would stay here again
What customers say
Relaxed, spacious site with friendly owners in a peaceful rural spot. Pitches usually large & flat, some near the golf. Basic but functional facilities with hot showers, though some noted cleanliness issues, limited hot water for washing, and no loo roll. Mostly quiet & good value, but occasional function noise & long toilet block walks.
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Electric optional grass tent pitch
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Location, Golf facilities…
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked Location, Golf facilities
Disliked Bit of a walk from tent to shower and washing up block.
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Would recommend
Electric optional grass motorhome pitch
Liked Peaceful, great value, clean, relaxing. Close to great walks and Sidmouth. Flexible checkin/checkout.
Disliked Leaving
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Lovely site with lots of space.
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked A large site with lots of space for the tents and kids to play.
Dogs were very welcome.
The owner was very friendly and relaxed.
It was nice not to have to rush to pack up to leave.
Disliked Can’t say there was anything I disliked.
The showers could have been a bit better, but they were clean as were the toilets.
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Large pitches really good place
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked Peaceful & enjoyed my stay
Disliked Nothing
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Lovely pop up campsite with level pitches & EHU on a golf course
Electric optional grass tent pitch
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It covered all our basic needs so was very good
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked We enjoyed our time at Thorn campsite, lovely large pitch & not too many people.
We were able to watch people play golf & just chill out
Disliked There wasn't anything we disliked
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Space and golf activities…
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked Space and golf activities
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What a great site! Never thought about staying on a golf course b4!
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked Relaxed atmosphere, space of pitches, ability to have campfire & collect wood from hedges, friendly owners, toilets & showers (one in driving range field ok but take own loo roll), bin facilities (far from camping but ideal as don't have to see or smell, location, price. Can also have a try of golf golf course & mini golf for a very low price (no need to take own clubs!)
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Will defo be back asap.
Electric optional grass tent pitch
Liked Warm welcome.
Quiet relaxed setting - close enough to town to get supplies but far enough away to be quiet.
Owner was friendly and the on site driving range was ideal for the children.
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Features
Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Pop-up campground Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Thorn Campsite
Thorn Golf Centre
Salcombe Regis
Sidmouth
Devon
England
EX10 0JH
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.69764°N
3.20277°W
Nearest transport
Coach
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidmouth Town | 3.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Sidmouth Jacobs Ladder | 4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Ladram Bay | 6.9 km | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | Good |
| Beer | 8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seaton (Devon) | 9.3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site 3.3 km
Crealy Great Adventure Park 15 km
The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 20.7 km
Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 23.2 km
Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 24.6 km
National Trust
Branscombe: the Old Bakery, Manor Mill and Forge 4.6 km
Shute Barton 12.8 km
Loughwood Meeting House 14.1 km
A la Ronde 15.6 km
Killerton: Marker's Cottage 18.4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Weston - Coastal Path - Salcombe Regis 1.5 km
CONNAUGHT GARDENS 3.9 km
Branscombe – Street and the Coastal Path 5.6 km
COMBE HOUSE 8.6 km
BICTON 8.8 km
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 Thorn Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Thorn Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Thorn Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - Golf: on site - The Donkey Sanctuary: five minutes’ drive - Norman Lockyer Observatory: five minutes - Jurassic Coast: 10 minutes - Salcombe Regis (beach): 10 … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Thorn Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime