Under the Milky Way
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- Small glampsite on nine acres of land in Exmoor National Park
- Five minutes' drive to Combe Martin; 10 minutes to the coast
- Private bathroom and sheltered cooking area for each unit
Back in 2011, Exmoor National Park was designated as the UK's first International Dark Sky Reserve – so the name of Under the Milky Way is a fitting one indeed. This small-scale north Devon site is inside the boundaries of the national park, about two miles from Combe Martin, and its rural location means you should be in for some splendid stargazing on clear nights.
The countryside side location is also a good one for providing plenty of peace and quiet – you'll be surrounded by fields and woods so mostly you'll just hear the noises of wildlife (and the odd tractor from time to time…)
There's a generous nine acres of land at this property, and the owners have made the most of it, spacing the glamping units well apart from their neighbours and ensuring each one has its own outdoor deck where you can chill out and look up into the stars. Each unit also has a wooden shelter that houses a picnic bench and a cooking area with a camping gas cooker, a cool box and a collection of handy utensils.
A stay here should be nice and cosy, as each unit has a firepit outside and a wood-burning stove inside to ensure warmth in all weathers. A shared area close to the accommodation houses a communal washing-up area, some phone charging points and an individual bathroom for each group.
This is a particularly excellent Exmoor spot for an outdoor break – not only does it have Combe Martin village five minutes' drive away (or a 45-minute step walk) for shops and pubs, but it's also only about 10 minutes' drive to the coast for a beach, a seaside walk or a kayak trip.
Campground type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 23 May to
Open from Fri, 22 May to
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Features
No dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Covered terrace area 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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Luxury Peaceful Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)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 Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Under the Milky Way
Thornlands
Combe Martin
Devon
England
EX34 0NT
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.18287°N
4.02627°W
Nearest transport
Coach7.4 km Methodist Church
11.8 km Bus Station
12.6 km Opposite George Hotel
Rail12.4 km Barnstaple Rail Station
18.5 km Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
20.9 km Umberleigh Rail Station
Ferry6.7 km Ilfracombe Ferry Landing
18.3 km Instow Ferry Landing
18.4 km Appledore Ferry Landing
Airport46.8 km Swansea 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
To the coast first… it's a 10-minute drive to Combe Martin beach, where you can hire kayaks, set off on a stroll along the South West Coast Path or just spend the day relaxing on the sand and poking around in the rockpools. The beaches at Woolacombe (15 minutes' drive) and Croyde (25 minutes) are excellent for surfers, or you could hit Ilfracombe (10 minutes) for sheltered beaches, an aquarium and boat trips to Lundy Island.
Exmoor has heaps of walks, of course – the Valley of Rocks (half an hour) being a particular favourite. Cyclists can try the Tarka Trail from Barnstaple (20 minutes) and there are easygoing rides on the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway (20 minutes).
For family days out, head to Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park (10 minutes), Watermouth Castle (15 minutes) or Exmoor Zoo (15 minutes). A little further away, The BIG Sheep (35 minutes) is another good choice, with undercover options for damp days.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combe Martin | 2.8 km | Sea | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Ilfracombe Hele | 5.8 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Ilfracombe Tunnels Beach | 7.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Woolacombe Village | 12.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Combesgate Beach, Woolacombe | 13 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
RHS Garden Rosemoor 27.8 km
National Trust
Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 5.1 km
Heddon Valley 7.7 km
Watersmeet 16.4 km
Holnicote Estate 32.4 km
Dunster Working Watermill 40.3 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
ARLINGTON COURT 5.2 km
Ilfracombe, Berrynarbor and the Coast 6.2 km
YOULSTON PARK 7.4 km
Hunters Inn - SW Coast Path - Trentishoe - Hunters Inn 7.9 km
Hunters Inn - Woody Bay - South West Coast Path - Hunters Inn 7.9 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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- Does Under the Milky Way have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Under the Milky Way dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Under the Milky Way? To the coast first… it's a 10-minute drive to Combe Martin beach, where you can hire kayaks, set off on a stroll along the South West Coast Path or just spend the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Under the Milky Way?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Under the Milky Way? From $634.41 (for 3 nights, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.