Widdicombe Farm Touring Park

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Aerial view of fab Devon coast and the countryside towards Brixham (added by manager 26 Aug 2015)
Plenty of space (added by visitor 20 jun 2023)
View from our pitch. (added by visitor 05 aug 2023)
Entrance to apple blossom field (added by manager 30 sep 2015)

  • Adults-only farm site 10 minutes from English Riviera beaches
  • Outdoor haven: trails, tors and moors of Dartmoor within 30 minutes
  • Minibus service and fully licensed restaurant and bar on site
When the choice between beachy hols on the English Riviera and lush wanders in stunningly scenic national parks leaves you dithering, make your decision a doddle with a stay at Widdicombe Farm Touring Park, a family-run and adults-only site 10 minutes’ drive from the seaside town of Paignton on the Devon coast. The site's about 15 minutes from the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and half an hour from Dartmoor National Park, so there are plenty of spectacularly green vistas to hike, bike or drive through within easy reach – not to mention waterfalls, river banks and craggy moors... If the first thing into your suitcase was a swimming cossie, you’ve packed well for this particular getaway: Paignton’s Preston Sands beach is less than 10 minutes away (there’s a shuttle service from the site). If your quick sandy stroll seems to be picking up speed, turn it into a long-distance jaunt by accessing up the South West Coast Path at either end of the beach. There’s a small shop on site for groceries if you fancy bringing picnic supplies on your day trips, or you can hold off for a home-cooked dinner at Poppies, the on-site restaurant (open from Easter to September). After that, wander over to Gordon’s bar for a drink, or to take in the live entertainment.

Campground type

Camper sites 160
RV sites 160
Open now

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • 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).
  • Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Entertainment and activities are available between 04/15 and 09/24.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Group bookings where more than half of the group is under 25 are not accepted via Pitchup.com. During low season (March to mid-May, and October, with the exception of Easter and bank holidays), the bar, restaurant and shop will only open when the customer demand is sufficient.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Mar 22 to

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Features

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

Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available

Car parking by site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Free wifi

Grocery store

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Laundromat

Parent & baby washroom

Payphone

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Restrooms

Shower available

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Rallies welcome

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only

Barbecue grills allowed

Barbecue provided

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities

Communal freezer

Dump station

Electric car charging point(s)

Propane/gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Convenience store nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Public transportation nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Outdoor pool nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Tennis nearby

Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Caravan storage facilities

Gray water hook-up for caravans

Motorhome service point

Seasonal sites

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Widdicombe Farm Touring Park

The Ring Road

Paignton

Devon

England

TQ3 1ST

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.46605°N
-3.58523°W

Nearest transport

Bus
2.2 mi Coach Station
2.3 mi Bus Station
2.3 mi Bus Station
Rail
1.8 mi Torre Rail Station
1.9 mi Torquay Rail Station
2.3 mi Paignton Rail Station
Ferry
2.6 mi Torquay - North Quay
2.7 mi Torquay Harbour Boarding Pontoon
5 mi Totnes Ferry Landing
Airport
19.8 mi 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

This is Agatha Christie country, so if you’re looking to solve the mystery of what to do during your hols, you're sorted here too. Make your way into Torquay a 15-minute drive away for the Agatha Christie Mile – a walking tour of spots that inspired the author – and Kents Cavern, a prehistoric cave that served as Hampsley Cavern in her novel The Man in the Brown Suit. For a glimpse of Christie’s personal life, Greenway House at Brixham is where she spent summer and Christmas hols. If Greenway House whet your appetite for stately homes, zip along to Compton Castle (five minutes) for house and garden tours, or Cockington Country Park (10 minutes) for strolls around the extensive grounds and a glimpse of Cockington Court (now a craft centre). Not enough? Venture further afield for Coleton Fishacre, Buckfast Abbey and the 16-sided A la Ronde, all within 35 minutes. There are plenty of museums, steam trains and model villages nearby to keep history buffs entertained, but those who prefer more of a living and breathing experience should pad over to Paignton Zoo (within 15 minutes) instead.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Hollicombe 1.8 mi Sea N/A Good Good Good
Paignton Preston Sands 2 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Good
Torre Abbey 2.2 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Good
Paignton Paignton Sands 2.4 mi Sea N/A Good Good Good
Beacon Cove 2.8 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Living Coasts 2.7 mi

Paignton Zoo Environmental Park 2.7 mi

Buckfast Abbey 8.6 mi

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 17.9 mi

Crealy Great Adventure Park 18.3 mi

National Trust

Compton Castle 0.7 mi

Greenway 5.7 mi

Coleton Fishacre 8.5 mi

The Church House 12.5 mi

A la Ronde 14.5 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Occombe Valley Farm and Nature Trail 0.6 mi

Occombe Valley Farm and Cockington 0.6 mi

Around Cockington Village 1.7 mi

OLDWAY MANSION 1.9 mi

BARTON ROAD CEMETERY, TORQUAY 2.2 mi

Local events

  • Sidmouth Folk Festival (Friday, August 2, 2024 – Friday, August 2, 2024)

    Sidmouth, England 21.3 mi

  • Beautiful Days (Friday, August 16, 2024 – Friday, August 16, 2024)

    Ottery St Mary, England 24.7 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.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Want to know more about camping in Devon?

  • Does Widdicombe Farm Touring Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Widdicombe Farm Touring Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Widdicombe Farm Touring Park? This is Agatha Christie country, so if you’re looking to solve the mystery of what to do during your hols, you're sorted here too. Make your way into Torquay a 15-minute drive … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Widdicombe Farm Touring Park?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Widdicombe Farm Touring Park? From $29.91 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.