Bowhayes Farm Camping
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- Semi-wild camping on the grounds of a Devon cider orchard
- Sidmouth 15 minutes’ drive; central Exeter half an hour
- Farm shop selling teas, coffees and snacks; hampers available
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Guests under the age of 13 are not allowed on site.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Reception is unmanned after 4:30 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
French
Open from Wed, 1 Jan to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent pitch (small)
Adults only
3 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 3.5m width x 5.0m depth (11.5ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 17.5m² (188.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £22 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookBramley bell tent
Adults only
2 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £95 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookDabinet bell tent
Adults only
2 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £95 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookMichelin bell tent
Adults only
2 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £95 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookPippin shepherd's hut
Adults only
2 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 4.0m width x 2.2m length (13.1ft width x 7.1ft length) Calculated area: 8.6m² (92.6ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £300 2 nights, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 93% of visitors View breakdown
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Peaceful campsite, with all the facilities you needed. Very friendly and…
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Liked: Peaceful campsite, with all the facilities you needed. Very friendly and helpful host :)
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An absolute gem all-round! Thank you, Howard!
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Liked: Pretty much everything - Howard and his family were wonderful and so accommodating. The surroundings were absolutely beautiful, and so peaceful. The facilities were clean and access to the little kitchen area was a fantastic added bonus when it came to storing some of our food. The shower was quite possibly the highligh / best shower ever! We would definitely camp here again whenever we come to East Devon.
Disliked: Absolutely nothing!!!!
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Stunning setting to camp in the orchard. Loads of space between tent…
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Liked: Stunning setting to camp in the orchard. Loads of space between tent pitching's and based between separate rows of trees in the orchard gave a very private feel. Outback shower was great to have and producing very hot water so welcome whilst camping!
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Beautiful well run campsite. Quiet ,secure and excellent facilities. Loved the horsebox…
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Liked: Beautiful well run campsite. Quiet ,secure and excellent facilities. Loved the horsebox shower and the kitchen facilities. Very friendly and welcoming owner .
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Excellent!
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Liked: Beautiful setting in the orchard; ‘forest bathing’ in its most natural form. Tents very well spaced so that you don’t notice other campers. Cars are parked below the campsite preserving its tranquility. Rabbits in the long grass this morning. Fiona and Howard are excellent hosts - friendly, relaxed and super helpful. Loved the way the tent locations are indicated by paint on the trees - find your row and pick a spot and loved the shower unit in its random row. The coffee deck is also perfectly situated for catching the sun - I was torn this morning between that and just sitting in front of my tent and admiring the setting.
Disliked: Absolutely nothing
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Beautiful location, unique, in the middle of the orchard without any tents…
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Liked: Beautiful location, unique, in the middle of the orchard without any tents visible around you. Perfect hot showers, flushing toilets and fridge and firepit. Very friendly and welcoming host.
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A lovely stay
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Liked: Loved the camping in the orchard. Loved the distance between the tents and how peaceful it was. Liked the warm welcome from the hosts and would certainly like to return!
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Really beautiful site, amazingly quiet. Howard & Fiona were brilliant hosts,…
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Liked: Really beautiful site, amazingly quiet. Howard & Fiona were brilliant hosts, super helpful and friendly. Fantastic location for walks and getting to the coast. Loved the outback shower!
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Peaceful camping in the orchard
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Liked: Fantastic, peaceful camping on a working cider apple farm, a restful night amongst the trees after a very warm welcome from Howard the host. Excellent location for exploring the beautiful surrounding area. Highly recommended site for a relaxing stay. We will definitely be back!
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A lovely stay. Friendly and welcoming owners. Thank you.
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Liked: Lovely owners, lovely place. Beautiful views, very peaceful and private
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Features
Dogs allowed
Adults only
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 Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Leave the car at home Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Bowhayes Farm Camping
Venn Ottery
Ottery St Mary
Devon
England
EX11 1RY
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.71352°N
-3.30371°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Sidmouth Jacobs Ladder | 3.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Sidmouth Town | 3.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Ladram Bay | 3.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | Good |
Budleigh Salterton | 5.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Sandy Bay | 7.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site 3.3 mi
Crealy Great Adventure Park 4.9 mi
The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 8.6 mi
Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 9.9 mi
Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 14.5 mi
National Trust
A la Ronde 6.6 mi
Killerton: Marker's Cottage 7 mi
Killerton: Clyston Mill 7.1 mi
Branscombe: the Old Bakery, Manor Mill and Forge 7.4 mi
Killerton: Budlake Old Post Office 8.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
AYLESBEARE COMMON (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/07/2005) 1.5 mi
CADHAY 3.2 mi
BICTON 3.2 mi
ROCKBEARE MANOR 3.6 mi
CONNAUGHT GARDENS 3.7 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Bowhayes Farm Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Bowhayes Farm Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Bowhayes Farm Camping? If you detect similarities between the formal Italian garden at Bicton Park Botanical Gardens (15 minutes’ drive) and the gardens of the Palace of Versailles (the terraces, fountains, the long perspective…), it’s … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Bowhayes Farm Camping?
Camping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Bowhayes Farm Camping? From £22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.