Camping in Blackdown Hills AONB
From wildlife-rich valleys to hilltop panoramas, there’s much to discover in the Blackdown Hills.
- Blackdown Hills AONB
Popular camping styles for Blackdown Hills AONB
Star Hosts in Blackdown Hills AONB
Under £50
12 top campsites in Blackdown Hills AONB
Brig's Farm
Sweet Hill Farm
Kingsmead Camping
Cider Farm Orchard Campsite
Bredy Farm
Goren Farm
South Dean Camping
Primrose Fields Campsite
Buckland Farm Camping
Stowford Manor Farm Campsite
Hobby Farm
Higher Hogleaze Farm
Dog-friendly getaways
Available this weekend
Camping in Blackdown Hills AONB guide
Overview
Marking the meeting point of Devon and Somerset, this modestly sized Area of Natural Beauty encapsulates quintessential English countryside—the perfect setting for a camping holiday. The tranquil region’s working farmland, winding waterways, and ancient woodlands are ideal for rambling, cycling, or horse riding, and can be explored year-round. A range of camping options include back-to-basics sites, traditional farm camps, and modern glamping sites, often relatively isolated and near a mosaic of ridges, high plateaus, wild valleys, and freshwater springs.
Where to go
Chard
On the eastern border of the Blackdown Hills, this countryside parish is a convenient launch point for exploration of South Somerset and Devon, with the seaside town of Lyme Regis just 30 minutes’ drive away. The surrounding area is home to touring parks, working farms, and exclusive glampsites, offering plenty of overnight accommodation under the stars.
Cullompton and the Culm Valley
West of the Blackdown Hills AONB, this rural region offers something for every Hipcamper. Campsites are easy to find, many offering caravan spots, secluded glampsites, and tent pitches. Walking and riding trails along the Culm Valley toward Hemyock reveal historic landmarks, riverside villages, and an array of native wildlife.
Honiton
Just 30 minutes’ train ride from Exeter St Davids and connected directly to London Waterloo, Honiton is an ideal destination for car-free adventurers. Wild-style pitches, working farms, and glamping lodges are popular, with many campers drawn to the picturesque banks of the River Otter.
East Devon AONB
Adjoining the Blackdown Hills to the south, this diverse landscape is also worth exploring, especially for anglers, birdwatchers, and watersports fans. A vast network of footpaths, riding routes, and nature trails guide adventurers through heathland, forests, and along World Heritage-listed coastline, while an array of holiday parks, farm pitches, and glamping accommodations provide plenty of camping options.
