Camping in South Devon AONB

With beaches, estuaries, and river valleys, you’re never far from water in this coastal AONB.

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South Devon AONB

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Gemma

5 days ago

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Weekend Trip to Tregonetha Lake

Really stunning and peaceful site. Hosts are great and super friendly. Would highly recommend

2 nights at The Hen's Dens at Orchard Farm

Lovely location we camped amongst the apple orchards we lovely views overlooking fields . Great amenities with hot showers and washing up ,cooking and laundry facilities if needed .

Weekend Trip to Pittaford Farm

Lovely site, peaceful yet great facilities. Lovely walk down bridlepaths and lanes straight from the site to Slapton Ley & the beach.

Weekend Trip to Goren Farm

Loved how wild and peaceful this campsite is. We had a whole wildflower meadow to ourselves! Beautiful countryside, great hosts, we'll be back!

Weekend Trip to Goren Farm

We stayed in the old moor hideaway pitch, which was lovely and private, looking over one of the beautiful wildflower meadows. The pitch has cows nearby, which we liked but if you’re not a fan of cows it might not be the pitch for you. Lots of lovely butterflies and birds to watch. Compost loos, sink and showers all good, fire pit provided. Checking in wasn’t super smooth as the host hadn’t received a notification that we’d booked on here, but they were friendly and welcoming when we did arrive. Website said there was wheelbarrows to transport stuff up to the plot because you couldn’t drive the whole way but there wasn’t any. There was also a recycling sign recommending burning light plastics in your firepit… not particularly good for the environment or your health breathing in the fumes… Despite these little things I would visit again, lovely spot.

Weekend Trip to Meldon Lake and Woods Wild Camping

This was an exquisite little gem. Hosts are upfront about lack of facilities so it is for the wild campers and star seekers! Pitches were very large compared to other sites we have visited in the area and limited pitches makes it the perfect environment for couples, families or a group of friends. Actually very disappointed we didn’t book a second night as it was so peaceful and plots are in the shade, providing a nice cool wake up in the morning! Not sure if it was a windy night but the trees provided a lot of shade and cooling in this hot weather. Lime kiln, large lake and gorgeous moors only a few steps from your pitch. Rivers, steams and bridges all over to explore if you want to be active. Lake is brown and not easily accessible as pictures make you believe, gorgeous nonetheless but sought out the spot with the idea of paddleboarding and soon realised it would be a lot of effort to try and get in the lake so we avoided that. However the close streams provided refreshing cool clean water :) Fire pits provided on each plot and enough space that you don’t feel like you’re encroaching on others space. Only downside is it’s a public bridleway, meaning we were stopped by many walkers passing to enquire about how they book the spots! This place is such a gem you almost don’t want people to know! ;) Thanks again we will definitely be back! Loz and Con x

3 nights at Goren Farm

We had a magical time camping at Goren Farm. Blessed with lovely weather we enjoyed having nature all around. Photographing flowers, bees and insects in the meadows and relaxing with birdsong and a glass or two of wine. Just perfect. We hope to return to this very special place.

1 night at Meldon Lake and Woods Wild Camping

Great location. Great site. Exactly as described. Thanks

1 night at Meldon Lake and Woods Wild Camping

A beautiful, very peaceful spot. Very quiet. Great for dogs who can roam freely. Highly recommend.

Weekend Trip to Goren Farm

I absolutely loved our stay at Gorens wild meadow camping and will definitely be returning. The land is beautiful and so peaceful. The hot showers were lovely too! So many nice walks around the land and close to it. The hosts were great too! We also enjoyed coffee and cake at the cafe which was delicious!

Weekend Trip to Meldon Lake and Woods Wild Camping

3rd stay and had a lovely time again! Gorgeous views, nice weather, lovely quiet spot x

Weekend Trip to Goren Farm

We love it here. Very relaxed rural space with only one pitch per field. Beautiful wildflowers and they have worked hard at creating a biodiversity paradise. You almost never find campsites this isolated in the UK.

1 night at Farm camping in the Blackdown Hills

Peaceful field with wonderful views. Clean facilities and lambs in the next field. Perfect spot.

2 nights at The Enchanted Wilderness

Lovely unfussy campsite. Great location. Friendly reception. Highly recommended.

1 night at The Enchanted Wilderness

Beautiful site, wonderful view, and very friendly host. Perfect!

Weekend Trip to Meldon Lake and Woods Wild Camping

Lovely peaceful spot and a perfect location to explore Meldon area of Dartmoor. Note the Hipcamp directions are inaccurate but Phil messaged with very clear directions. Access to plot allows an L3H2 van ... just!!!

Weekend Trip to Farm camping in the Blackdown Hills

Lovely pitch, showers and toilet very close but not too close to be a bother. Beautiful views facing the field. One morning I was woken up by a woodpecker knocking on the tree right behind my tent. I must say it was the best alarm I have ever heard and saw :)

Weekend Trip to Goren Farm

Everything was perfect! Booking easy and Julian very helpful on the phone. Our pitch was on the edge of a beautiful wildflower meadow and we had the whole field to ourselves! Firepit provided. Hot showers and compost loos. Lovely sitting in the enclosed farm yard with tea and cake. Good walks from the site. We drove to the Tuckers Arms pub which was good. Burrow Farm gardens worth a visit. Highly recommend Goren Farm!

6 nights at Goren Farm

Lovely campsite very calm and relaxing. The care and love put into to the café, shop, play area was very special. For a couple of days we didn’t leave (kids played happily, nice walks, meeting cows). The birdsong in the mornings is heavenly.

Stephanie

June 2025

3 nights at Brig's Farm

Really lovely chilled camp. The showers are fantastic. It isn’t crowded so everyone has a great view. Our dog was welcomed! We had such a great time. Thank you!

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Forest Edge

49 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents30 acres · Devon, South West England

A welcoming and wild-ish camping and glamping site on the edge of a forest in East Devon

Booked 13 times

Summit Camping Panoramic views

33 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents8 acres · Cornwall, South West England

Cornish camping at the foot of Kit Hill in an area of outstanding natural beauty

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Wolf Meadows Farm

20 units · Motorhomes, Tents30 acres · Umberleigh, England

Relaxed camping in a riverside meadow in north Devon

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Cerenety Eco Campsite

5 units · Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Bude, Cornwall, South West England

Back-to-basics camping on the edge of Bude

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Looe Country Park

2 units · Glamping4 acres · Looe, Cornwall, South West England

Glamping pods on a quiet camping and caravan park in the Cornish countryside

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Wilderfox

2 units · Tents10 acres · England

A beautiful space nestled within the site of an old grass tennis court. Surrounded by beautiful trees and lots of games including outdoor table tennis in keeping with the space! Shower, field kitchen and loo on site including mains water. Small site and very private. Wilderfox also offers a multitude of outdoor activities including Archery, Axe throwing and Bushcraft and survival.

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Little Harford Lower Woodland

5 units · Tents3 acres · Exeter, England

Little Harford Lower Woodland is set in a property of just over 6 acres. The woodland here at Little Harford is a tranquil place for people wanting to find peace and quiet in a back to nature experience. A small river meanders through the bottom of the lower woodland which can occasionally come up to the top of the bank with lots of rain. A winding path leads down through the woodland to where the land levels out at the water meadow area of the woodland. A family of buzzards live in the valley and you can often hear owls, pheasants and wild birds. A certain degree of fitness is needed as there is no vehicle access and wheelbarrows are available to help move your gear. There is parking at the entrance to the lower woodland on hard standing. A compost toilet is available for all No.2’s and mindful wild peeing is encouraged. Tap water is available from an outside tap at the property for drinking water. There is a washing up area (eco products provided) and a solar-powered gas fired shower. Campfires are allowed and seasoned wood can be purchased at a small extra cost. Nearest village of Tedburn St Mary with a local pub and the village shop is 1 ½ miles away. The nearest town of Crediton is 3 miles away with plenty of supermarkets, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Dartmoor is close by with Fingle Bridge just a 20 minute drive. We only offer a very limited number of camping spots at any time to preserve the tranquility for everyone. BBQs and firepits allowed, dog friendly

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Milkmaid Meadow Campsite

30 units · Motorhomes, Tents3 acres · Barnstaple, Devon, South West England

An open, green, back-to-basics space with homely local produce for sale

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Postwood Gardens Campsite

17 units · Motorhomes, Tents2 acres · England

Welcome Postwood Gardens, our beautiful & secluded campsite in the heart of Devon . Minutes from areas an outstanding natural beauty and he M5 corridor Junction 28 at Cullompton. Prepare for an adventure in this idyllic rustic retreat which is nestled on the edge of The Blackdown Hills (AONB) and easy reach of the Jurassic Coast (AONB) Stay in our ready made country cabins or stay out by bringing a tent or tourer. Set amongst serene woodlands, our site offers a tranquil haven for relaxation. Conveniently located near numerous attractions, our cabins provide everything you need for an unforgettable stay. Peaceful camping, glamping & cabins. Easy reach to Exeter, and the markets towns of Honiton, Cullompton and Tiverton For beautiful walks Exmoor and Dartmoor and the National Trust House of Knighthayes and Killerton. Stunning coastline of the North and South Coast of Devon, Adventure at Creally, The Beare Trail, Digger Land, at Quinces Honey Farm.

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Blackbury Campsite

20 units · Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · England

Blackbury campsite at Lovehayne Farm is a back to basics family friendly campsite that opens for the school summer holidays. We’re uniquely located opposite Wiscombe Park race course and walking distance to both Blackbury Camp and Blackbury Honey Farm. Just a short drive or hike away are the beautiful jurassic coastal villages of Beer and Branscombe and the towns of Seaton, Sidmouth and Honiton. Slightly further a field is the city of Exeter, the award winning beaches of Exmouth and the beautiful town of Lyme Regis. The area is bustling with attractions for children and adults. Come stay with us and start your summer adventures!

12 top campsites in South Devon AONB

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Meldon Lake and Woods Wild Camping

5 units · Motorhomes, Tents8 acres · Okehampton, Devon, South West England

Seriously simple but beautiful wild camping beside a lake on Dartmoor

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Brig's Farm

21 units · Glamping, Tents1 acre · Bridport, Dorset, South West England

Family camping with campfires near Charmouth, with sea views and a couple of quirky glamping lorries

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The Enchanted Wilderness

6 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents22 acres · Yelverton, England

Simple riverside camping pitches in the Tamar Valley on the edge of Dartmoor

Bovey Heath Retreat

3 units · Glamping1 acre · England

Reconnect with nature in comfort – Bell Tent Glamping at Bovey Heath Retreat Step away from the everyday and immerse yourself in the calm and beauty of nature with our rustic bell tent glamping experience. Nestled in a small copse of trees right on the edge of Dartmoor—our tents offer a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Ideal for couples and small families, each pre-erected canvas bell tent features a plush double bed, cozy furnishings, and thoughtful extras like a kitchenette, picnic area, and wood-burning stove, perfect for stargazing or sipping morning coffee to birdsong. Private toilet and shared shower, is conveniently located nearby. Bedding, and cooking essentials are included for a hassle-free stay as well as phone charging points in the tents. Our campsite is eco-conscious, small-scale, and family-run—designed to provide peace, privacy, and connection to the land. Whether you're enjoying the devon coast a short drive away, exploring Dartmoor, or finding footpaths through unspoiled countryside, you’ll find the ideal base to relax, recharge, and explore. Pets aren’t permitted, and a minimum stay may apply on peak weekends. Escape the hustle, unplug from screens, and reconnect with nature in comfort and style. Book your bell tent retreat today and experience the outdoors—your way.

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Cornish Tipi Holidays & Camping

168 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents20 acres · Cornwall, South West England

Wake up to the sound of birdsong, go swimming before breakfast in the clear water of a secluded lake. Cook your bacon and eggs over an open fire while you plan your day, or just laze it away in the peace and quiet of your own personal tipi. You can always go fishing tomorrow, and walk along the cliffs the day after that… The site is a unique woodland valley folded around a clear, spring-fed lake created from the old Tregildrans Quarry. Our tipis and tent pitches are dotted about this secret 20 acres full of ferns, bluebells, oak and meadowsweet. Left in peace for many years there's been no modern chemicals or poisons on the land, meaning we've got bluebells, dormice, Red Admirals and shy woodland Jays for you to spot. It’s a place set apart from the rush and clutter of the modern holiday experience, with an atmosphere that makes you forget the world outside, and just lounge, ramble, or potter about in a boat. We're committed to giving you a genuinely individual service from first contact to your time staying with us. We established CTH in 1996. This was the first and we believe still is the best tipi holiday site in the UK. We know our area inside out and can always help with local knowledge or contacts if you need them. We want to offer our guests a sustainable holiday. A return to real camping means the lowest possible impact on the land and environment - our tipi poles don’t even break the surface of the earth. Your footprint while here could only be bettered by a survival expert. You don't have to fly! a major bonus, and we source all our wood, fish and canvas locally and work with local people wherever possible.

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Goren Farm

7 units · Motorhomes, Tents70 acres · Seaton, Devon, South West England

Nearly wild camping in Devonshire wildflower meadows

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Pleasant Streams Farm Camping

67 units · Glamping, Tents9 acres · St Austell, England

Lakeside camping with streams, rope swings and farmyard animals in rural Cornwall

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Berries Farm Camping

31 units · Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · England

Berries Farm Camping is a small eco-friendly family-run campsite, located in the heart of West Dorset Countryside. We are situated at the top of Lyme Regis, on the A3052. Set amongst 5 acres of picturesque farmland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and within walking distance to Charmouth, which is part of the World Heritage Coast. With your own spacious camping spot, enjoy the panoramic views of the rolling hills of Lyme Regis. We provide generous grass only pitches for tents and camper-vans. These are unpowered sites. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate for caravans. Nearby attractions include the Jurrasic Coast, quaint market towns and local pubs serving farm fresh food and local seafood. Enjoy River Cottage HQ for a cookery course and get a taste of local cuisine. Also near by is Lyme Regis driving range, golf course and foot-golf. If you fancy exploring Lyme Regis, take the park and ride which is within a short walking distance South of the farm. If walking is more your thing, there is an abundance of local footpaths including the south west coastal path, with Lyme Regis just 1 mile away. Our amenities include flushing toilets and hot water shower blocks. A designated space is avaliable for washing dirty dishes. Be advised that only cold water is provided. BBQ's are permitted; however, they must raised off the ground to prevent damage to the grass. Bricks will be provided for this purpose. Please note that campfires are now allowed at this time. Please feel free to bring your pets, but bear in mind there will be sheep on the farm. Our “what3words” for Berries farm is: ///lives.grandest.honeybees https://w3w.co/lives.grandest.honeybees) Postcode: DT7 3UE (this will NOT take you directly to the farm, please follow the ''what3words'' above) Latitude, Longitude: 50.740819, -2.936091 You’ll share 5 acres of land surrounded by a further 15 acres of beautiful hillside farmland for you to enjoy.

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Trewan Hall

20 units · Motorhomes, Tents36 acres · Saint Columb, England

The grounds of a 17th century manor where a relaxed atmosphere and sense of pleasant privacy rules

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Willow Valley Holiday Park

30 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · Bude , England

This peaceful, sheltered site has a special character. The site is the ideal place to unwind with plenty of safe space, a meandering river and friendly atmosphere. It offers 4 acres with facilities, 7 acres of wilderness, shower block, level pitches, picturesque river, children’s playground and has been rated AA 4 star gold pennant. Becky and John both love Cornwall and fell in love with the site as soon as they saw it and it provided the perfect opportunity for a new challenge. Having only recently taken over at Willow Valley in the Summer of 2024, there are always ongoing improvements being made so make sure you keep in touch. Any returning campers will be glad to know we aren’t changing the campsite itself though. Why would we when it is already so perfect!

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The High Nature Centre

14 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Salcombe, Devon, South West England

A stay at The High Nature Centre is sure to reinvigorate the soul as only a sojourn by the sea can

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Farm camping in the Blackdown Hills

15 units · Motorhomes, Tents30 acres · Devon, South West England

Farm camping in the Blackdown Hills, with campfires, big views and homegrown produce for sale

Pets

50 units · Motorhomes, Tents200 acres · Saltash, England

As close to wild camping as you can get on a rewilded 200-acre farm in Cornwall

Available this weekend

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Buttles Farm Campsite

7 units · Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · Taunton, England

Buttles Farm is located at the head of the Culm Valley on the boarder between Somerset and Devon. We are blessed with magnificent views, tranquil countryside and the kind of quiet that will let you just relax. Situated off the road and well away from traffic, your stay can be as calm or energetic as you want. We moved here in 2009 and started keeping a few pigs, sheep and chickens. In 2010 I planted 51 cider apple trees and we are beginning to see a useful crop for making some of the good stuff! Carl has spent time upgrading fencing, hedges, some of the barns and our new access track to ensure you have the best possible stay. We offer 20 pitches either for tents or caravans. Come and enjoy our lovely tree-lined 4 acre paddock. Our flock of Rhode Island Rock hens are producing eggs all year and are available to buy if you fancy a local breakfast!

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Tremanor Farm

50 units · Motorhomes, Tents8 acres · Castledore, England

Cornish camping with sea views, 5 minutes from the beach and 10 minutes from the Eden Project

Forest Edge

49 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents30 acres · Devon, South West England

A welcoming and wild-ish camping and glamping site on the edge of a forest in East Devon

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Gatcombe Park Farm Glamping

13 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents3 acres · Littlehempston, England

Adult-only camping and glamping within striking distance of Totnes and the South Devon coast.

Wilderfox

2 units · Tents10 acres · England