Tarka Trail Camping

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  • Peaceful family-run site on the outskirts of Yelland
  • Five miles from Barnstaple and Bideford, and six from Westward Ho!
  • Walkers' paradise: direct access to Tarka Trail/South West Coast Path
North Devon has many special spots, but the golden triangle around the rivers Taw and Torridge and the sea is particularly pretty. Guests at Tarka Trail Camping are right in the middle of this sweet spot, making this a great base to explore the area's various watery vistas. This site on the outskirts of Yelland is well suited to quiet rural breaks, but its location close to a main road makes getting around a breeze: popular spots such as Barnstaple, Bideford and Westward Ho! can all be reached within 15 minutes' drive. Guests who want to leave the car behind can hop about on the local bus, which handily stops in the village (10 minutes' walk away). There's direct access to the popular Tarka Trail from the site – it is, of course, named after an otter so it's no surprise that the creatures make an appearance now and then around these parts (although this smashing stretch of river is reward enough even without them). If all that walking (or cycling) builds up an appetite, fear not – weary wanderers are free to enjoy a barbecue back at base (provisions can be picked up a mile away in Fremington). Looking for a drink with that? Yelland Manor Micro Brewery is located right next door, and a café is 10 minutes' walk away. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, but please keep them on a lead while on site.

Site type

Tent pitches 20
Motorhome pitches 20
Touring caravan pitches 5
Open now
Opens 5 April
Please note
  • 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).

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat, 5 Apr to

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Reviews

9.5

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PeacefulWalkers' paradise

98% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

This immaculately maintained campsite is highly praised for its superb location directly on the Tarka Trail, ideal for cycling and walking. Visitors consistently highlight the new, spotless toilet and shower facilities. The site is noted for its peaceful atmosphere and friendly, helpful staff. An on-site brewery and pizza venue is a popular addition. Pitches are generally spacious and level, with many pitches benefiting from lovely estuary views and picnic tables. While some found it pricey, most highly recommend it.

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Excellent site, spotless facilities.

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Ruth C.

Electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Friendly greeting especially our guide Daniel, excellent facilities, spotless.
Very close accessibility to the tarka trail and coast path.
Neighbouring brewery entertaining as ever with the eccentric Lawrence, although the lovely Jackie has added a few feminine touches in an attempt to tidy the place up a bit.

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Lovely, quiet camp site. Backs straight…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked Lovely, quiet camp site. Backs straight onto the Tarka Trail for hiking and biking. Clean showers and toilets, not busy at all while we were there. A great de-stresser!

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Highly recommended

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Anonymous

Electric grass motorhome pitch

Liked Excellent location on the Tarka trail, on the estuary.
Small and quiet site. Great pitch
Very clean showers and toilet block - very well kept

Disliked Nothing@

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100% stay there again

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Roger G.

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Liked Amazing. Clean . Perfect location

Disliked Nothing

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Peter G.

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Liked Small, peaceful site. Flat grass. No noise. Close access onto the Tarka Trail. Clean, friendly, great showers, charging points for phones, hearing aids, etc. Great wi-fi across the site.

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Excellent site and we will certainly return

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Anonymous

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Liked Great campsite situated right on the Tarka Trail. Also a great bus route just outside the entrance. Regular service. Mainly flat site, nice showers and toilet block.

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Quiet site, good clean facilities & pitches are a good size.

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Anonymous

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Liked Quiet site located on the Tarka Trail between Barnstaple & Instow. Good clean facilities, showers, toilets, dishwash area, some EHU, grey water & chemical disposal.
Level pitches which are a good size.
The views across the estuary are lovely.

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Fabulous site on a farm. Will definitely visit again …loved it.

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Tracey S.

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Liked The Location was perfect you can walk to the beaches. The Pitch sizes were very big lots of space for everything and still room.
Toilet facilities are new, clean and bright.

Arrived later in the day and was text with all of the information that I needed.

Disliked Nothing

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Iona J.

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Liked We loved the lovely new facilities- showers, toilets and washing up room. We loved the closeness to the Tarka Trail. The micro brewery which served delicious pizza was also a bonus. We loved that we were allowed to have a campfire- but only because it was above the ground.

Disliked Not a major dislike - just pity the fresh water tap was quite far from the pitch.

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Nichola T.

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Liked Great site. Friendly helpful staff. Plenty of room to pitch your tent. Toilets and showers are very clean.

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Features

Dogs 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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Baby-changing facilities Bath available 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pub campsite

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Tarka Trail Camping

Lower Yelland Farm

Yelland

Devon

England

EX31 3EN

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.07206°N
4.15486°W

Nearest transport

Coach
0.3 mi Post Office
1.3 mi New Inn
1.4 mi New Inn
Rail
4 mi Barnstaple Rail Station
6.8 mi Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
9.1 mi Umberleigh Rail Station
Ferry
1.9 mi Instow Ferry Landing
2 mi Appledore Ferry Landing
4.3 mi Bideford Ferry Landing

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

The traffic-free Tarka Trail is a top pick for walks and bike rides around here. The 30-mile section that runs adjacent to the site follows the route of an old railway, so it's fairly flat (excellent news for occasional walkers/cyclists). Bike hire is available at the old station by Fremington Quay (three miles away by road/a mile and a half's walk along the trail), where there's also a café and heritage centre. Wildlife spotters should check out RSPB Isley Marsh (under a mile by foot), where waders galore are drawn to a peaceful saltmarsh. Serious birdwatchers can head out for the day to to Lundy Island: the ferry leaves Bideford (10 minutes' drive) several times a week and takes around two hours. For a day at the beach, head to Instow (a five-minute drive), a sandy riverside spot with sweeping views over the estuary that's popular with sailors and windsurfers. If you fancy taking to the waves, catch the Instow to Appledore Ferry across the Taw. Westward Ho! (15 minutes) is home to another fine beach and is a hub for surfers, kayakers and paddleboarders (with kit for hire) as well as go-karting.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Westward Ho! 4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Saunton Sands 4.2 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Croyde Bay 5.5 mi Sea N/AGoodExcellentGood
Putsborough 5.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Woolacombe Village 7.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 8.9 mi

Castle Drogo 30 mi

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 9 mi

Heddon Valley 14 mi

Watersmeet 18.6 mi

Lundy 22.9 mi

Finch Foundry 25.7 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

ISLEY MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 05/04/1990) 0.2 mi

TAPELEY PARK 2.4 mi

Northam Burrows - Coast Path - Appledore - Diddywell - Northam Burrows 3.5 mi

SAUNTON COURT 3.9 mi

Saunton - Croyde - Putsborough - Fruit and Nut Trail 4.2 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 Tarka Trail Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Tarka Trail Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Tarka Trail Camping? The traffic-free Tarka Trail is a top pick for walks and bike rides around here. The 30-mile section that runs adjacent to the site follows the route of an old railway, so … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Tarka Trail Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  5:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Tarka Trail Camping? From £30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.