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Tent pitchTouring caravan pitches - not allowedMotorhome or campervan pitch - not allowed

Powered grass tent or trailer tent site

From GBP 25 (GBP 25) 1 night, 2 adults

8 people maximum Wifi at the unit/site
One Tent or Camper trailer allowed per site

Additional units require additional sites - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Site size

Max 11m width × 11m depth (121m²)

Ground type

Grass

0 rooms

Suitable for

Tent, Camper trailer

Features

Electric: 16 amp included
Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.
Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.
Car 1 included, 2 max.
Dog(s) allowed 0 included, 2 max.
Car parking by site/unit
Wifi at the unit/site

Other restrictions

Awnings not allowed

Extras

Dog (2 max) GBP 5.50 (GBP 5.50) per night
Extra car (1 max) GBP 5.50 (GBP 5.50) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Availability
Arrive or depart on this date
Your booking From GBP 25 (GBP 25)
Based on 1 night, 2 adults
2 adults

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River Dart Country Park

View prices & book 9.3 4 reviews
Desert island and the pirate ship in the pond
Desert island and the pirate ship in the pond
High ropes course across the river dart
Camping on dartmoor
Pitches, play park, and table tennis
Grass pitch
Grass pitches
Grass pitches
Grass and hardstanding pitches
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High ropes course across the river dart
Camping on dartmoor
Pitches, play park, and table tennis

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Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 4 Pitchup.com customers

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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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100% would recommend this campground to a friend

100% would stay here again
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Arrival date (latest first)

Beautiful and well thought out site, classic family holiday. 5 stars.

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Eleanor L.

Powered concrete slab caravan site

Liked Returning 15 years after my last visit but this time with my 6 year old son was magical. We had lovely weather and connected to nature in the best way. Amazing facilities and the kids were entertained all day long. We did two nights and if you are doing more you will probably want to explore locally but there is loads to see on beautiful Dartmoor.

We will be returning with friends over the next few years. Clean facilities, well kept pitches and incredible surroundings.

Take wetsuit shoes and wetsuits for the more sensitive amongst you, the pirate ship and rope swing water is freezing even in summer! But worth it for the feeling.

Disliked Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Wonderful camping experience in beautiful surroundings.…

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9 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Sarah H.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Wonderful camping experience in beautiful surroundings. Facilities are conveniently located and cleaned regularly. So much to do. Staff were all lovely and very helpful. The food in the old sawmill was delicious. Good value with decent portions and the unlimited salad was a family favourite. My daughter loved all the activities. We’re hoping to squeeze in another stay before the end of the summer holidays.

Disliked Having to leave! I wish we’d booked a few more nights

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Good morning Sarah,

Thank you for such a wonderful review! We’re so pleased you enjoyed the surroundings, activities, and your meals at the Old Sawmill — it’s great to hear the salad bar was such a hit! We’ll pass your kind words on to our team. We’d love to welcome you back for that extra stay before the summer’s out!

Best wishes,

Team River Dart

Nice site

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Accommodation
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Customer service
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Wifi
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Anonymous

Powered concrete slab caravan site

Liked Area, cycling

Disliked Bar area was untidy , jet wash could be used on outside area

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely place to stay even without children.

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10 out of 10
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Value for money
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wildones@sky.com W.

Powered concrete slab caravan site

Liked Beautiful country park with plenty of walks to avoid the crowds, particularly along the river.

Disliked Paying £22 for a small dog for 4 nights. I think that is too much.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Good morning,

Thank you so much for your lovely review — we’re really pleased you enjoyed the peaceful walks and beauty of the park. We appreciate your feedback about the dog fee and will be sure to take it on board. It’s great to hear you’d recommend us and visit again, and we hope to welcome you back soon!

Best wishes,

Team River Dart

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

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Bush Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Very large (over 200 sites)

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for caravans Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

River Dart Country Park

Ashburton

Devon

England

TQ13 7NP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.51719°N
3.78913°W

Route directions

Within the Dartmoor National Park, yet only one mile from the A38 between Exeter and Plymouth near Ashburton, we are easy to find and conveniently located. Follow the brown tourist signs to the River Dart Country Park from the Peartree Junction on the A38 by Ashburton. Please note that the Peartree junction is the second Ashburton junction when travelling from Exeter direction. Do not come off at the Linhay junction which takes you through the narrow streets of Ashburton - not ideal when towing a caravan.

Nearest transport

Coach
12.1 km Opposite Tourist Information Centre
12.2 km Opposite Royal Seven Stars Hotel
13.5 km Rail Station
Rail
11.5 km Totnes Rail Station
13.5 km Newton Abbot Rail Station
16 km Ivybridge Rail Station
Ferry
12.5 km Totnes Ferry Landing
19.7 km Torquay - North Quay
19.8 km Torquay Harbour Boarding Pontoon
Airport
35.5 km Exeter International Airport

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

When you're ready to venture away from all the site-based antics, the park is a mile from the A38 Devon Expressway for easy access to plenty of top Devon attractions such as Buckfast Abbey (10 minutes' drive away), as well as Devon beaches, coastal paths and cities like Exeter and Plymouth. Ditch the car and explore the surrounding countryside by foot or bike (bike hire is available on site), or drive to the sea on the north or south coasts to access the spectacular South West Coast Path, running along the Devon (and Cornwall) coastline. Or just set out into Dartmoor for wild ponies and riverside ambles all the day long. For a bit more history after Buckfast Abbey, try Powderham Castle, half an hour's drive away, or for more local produce sampling, Dartington Cider Press near Totnes is 15 minutes away.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Hollicombe 18.3 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Paignton Preston Sands 18.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood
Paignton Paignton Sands 18.7 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Torre Abbey 18.9 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood
Goodrington 19.3 km Sea PoorPoorN/AN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Buckfast Abbey 2.9 km

Paignton Zoo Environmental Park 17.8 km

Dartmoor Zoological Park 18.7 km

Living Coasts 19.8 km

Castle Drogo 19.9 km

National Trust

The Church House 6.7 km

Compton Castle 14.4 km

Castle Drogo 19.9 km

Greenway 20.6 km

Buckland Abbey 24.6 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Hembury Woods and Hill-Fort 1.6 km

Ashburton - River and Woods 2.1 km

Ashburton - Goosepool Lane - River Dart - Ashburton 2.2 km

Holne Woods and River Dart 2.3 km

New Bridge - Mel Tor - Aish Tor - Leigh Tor - New Bridge 2.3 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 River Dart Country Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is River Dart Country Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near River Dart Country Park? When you're ready to venture away from all the site-based antics, the park is a mile from the A38 Devon Expressway for easy access to plenty of top Devon attractions such as … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of River Dart Country Park?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at River Dart Country Park? From $41.48 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.