South Dean Camping
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- Dog-friendly rural Devon site near several sandy beaches
- A half-hour drive to Barnstaple and 25 minutes to Woolacombe
- Barbecues and campfires allowed; footpaths and pubs nearby
Campground type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Wed, May 21 to
Campsite types & availability
Primitive grass campervan campsite
8 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 6m depth (36m²)
Arrival daysFrom £35 (£35)
View prices & bookPrimitive grass tent campsite
8 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 6m depth (36m²)
Arrival daysFrom £35 (£35)
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Reviews
98% would recommend this campground to a friend
97% would stay here again
What customers say
Stunning cliff-top views & coastal path access. Clean, well-kept facilities (flushing toilets, warm showers). Spacious, informal site lets you pick your spot; fire pits available. Alpacas a hit! Can be windy, but overall a relaxed, peaceful, highly recommended stay.
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Stay here if you can.
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked I love this campsite. Stunning, all round views. No to use your car as cliff and woodland walks are on the doorstep. Lovely clean facilities. Hot water all round (even for teeth cleaning ). Plenty of room to give space and privacy if required. Generous and welcoming hosts.
Disliked NOT a dislike but if you’re camping make sure you pitch your tent properly and firmly as one can never predict wind speeds.
( below it asks about WiFi. Stupidly I hadn’t realized it’s available. Don’t make the same mistake as me as it’s the only way you’ll get a decent connection or even better …take a break from your phone :-)
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Fabulous location; gorgeous, welcoming site.
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Fabulous site. Sensational location. Simple facilities but just lovely - so many extra little touches that make all the difference: clean, gorgeous soaps, loads of loo rolls, washing up liquid provided, comfy chairs if you had to wait for the showers etc. It's a site that feels like the owners really love it and want to share that back with the campers. The fire pits were great. The welcome text message on arrival day was also super helpful. Such a bonus to able to leave any time on departure day so we didn't leave until the evening.
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Great site, plenty of room and…
Primitive grass campervan campsite
Liked Great site, plenty of room and views you won’t find elsewhere. Very relaxed, great having freedom to choose your pitch and no adherence to check in/out times. Clean facilities. Certainly recommend it to others and will return 👍
Disliked Only one niggle… Felt like there wasn’t enough toilets and showers for the number of people onsite, being a bank holiday it was very busy.
Certainly no fault of the owners, be prepared for the wind due to the location. Small price to pay though for the amazing views.
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Best camping site
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Was so impressed with the utilities area, lots of effort from the owners in my opinion, toilets really clean and filled with all the necessities/amenities including pictures inside the cubicles, fairy and hand wash liquid at all the sinks, and lovely rain showers.
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Wonderful experience. Brilliant location. Toilets were…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Wonderful experience. Brilliant location. Toilets were very clean and always topped up with soap and toilet rolls even on a bank holiday!
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Just the best!…
Primitive grass campervan campsite
Liked Just the best!
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Beautiful views. Clean toilets and showers were…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Beautiful views.
Clean toilets and showers were great.
Plenty of space and calm environment.
Dog and group friendly.
Option to rent fire pits.
Disliked It is completely remote and no access to beach, just as a heads up. Will need to drive most places.
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An amazing campsite that I would 100% recommend.
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Amazing views, clean facilities, good local walks etc.
Perfect location for sun sets and sun rises.
Disliked Very windy at times so be prepared
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Fantastic camp site
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Had the best time with my 11 year old daughter and husband. Perfect views, clean toilets and showers. Soaps and rolls well stocked and unexpected. Will definitely visit again
Disliked Nothing
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Everything. Great location and views. Good…
Primitive grass campervan campsite
Liked Everything. Great location and views. Good amenities. Would certainly use again.
Disliked Bit smelly around toilets.
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Features
Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Large (51-200 sites) Pop-up campgroundNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
South Dean Camping
Trentishoe
Parracombe
Barnstaple
Devon
England
EX31 4QD
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.21832°N
3.94852°W
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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Combe Martin | 4 mi | Sea | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Lynmouth | 5.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Ilfracombe Hele | 6.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Ilfracombe Tunnels Beach | 7.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Combesgate Beach, Woolacombe | 11.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
RHS Garden Rosemoor 20.7 mi
National Waterfront Museum 27.5 mi
National Trust
Heddon Valley 0.9 mi
Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 5.2 mi
Watersmeet 6.4 mi
Holnicote Estate 16.7 mi
Dunster Working Watermill 21.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Hunters Inn - SW Coast Path - Trentishoe - Hunters Inn 1 mi
Hunters Inn - Woody Bay - South West Coast Path - Hunters Inn 1 mi
Woody Bay and the Spectacular Coastline 2.2 mi
ARLINGTON COURT 5.5 mi
Hillsford Bridge - Watersmeet - Lynmouth - Hillsford Bridge 6.2 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.
Want to know more about camping in Devon?
Frequently asked questions
- Does South Dean Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is South Dean Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near South Dean Camping? Getting your seaside fix isn’t hard from South Dean Camping. Combe Martin (five minutes’ drive) is a very scenic spot, and all that scenery is extra special when you’re on a rented … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of South Dean Camping?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at South Dean Camping? From $47.26 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.