Holdstrong Farmhouse

No availability at present on Pitchup.com 9.2 5 reviews
Picnic table
Picnic table
View of tamar valley
Garden area
The camping field
View from pitch
Swings for children
Swings for kids to play on
Spring bluebells in the woods
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View of tamar valley
Garden area
The camping field

  • Wild camping field with Tamar Valley views on the edge of Dartmoor
  • A five-minute drive to Lydford Gorge and the Granite Way Cycle Track
  • Back-to-basics site close to a farm shop, vineyard and moorland hikes
Holdstrong Farmhouse is the clever choice for anyone who wants to go camping on the edge of Dartmoor National Park – but not on a formal campsite. And without the crowds. At this semi-wild meadow spot, there is plenty of room – nearly 16 acres in fact – for dogs and kids to play safely without bothering anyone else. This large field also brings you spectacular views over the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, while Dartmoor (five minutes’ drive), its wild hiking, craggy tors and wild ponies, really is on the doorstep. There are a handful of National Trust stately piles to see too, as well as adventure parks offering fun rides for the kids. You can pick up local goodies for the barbecue from Lydford Farm Shop (five minutes) or head to the huge supermarket in Launceston (20 minutes) for major stocking up. You won’t be short of pubs and tea rooms in those winding Cornish lanes – and there’s also a winery (five minutes) where you can tour the vines and tuck into sampling the wares as well local cheese and charcuterie platters. And please remember this is pretty much wild camping, so although toilets and running water are available, there are no showers or washing-up facilities.

Site type

Tent pitches 4
Opens
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Reviews

9.2

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Fairly civilised version of wild camping. Lovely open field to Camp. The…

Overall 10/10
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Value for money 10
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Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
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Cleanliness 10
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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Fairly civilised version of wild camping. Lovely open field to Camp. The loo was a bonus, and the dogs could roam freely around the tent.

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Unfortunately due to the weather we were forced to cancel the day…

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Angus I. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Unfortunately due to the weather we were forced to cancel the day before but I am sure we will book again. The hosts were extremely understanding

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Amazing views of the tamar valley

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 4
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 8
Wifi No rating
Caron Q. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Views were amazing, lady was very friendly, if you like wild camping this site is for its basic but this is what we wanted. We were lucky enough to be camping with no-one else. Would visit again. Loads of birds singing and buzzards above Yr head

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The scenery was lovely with a real sense of remoteness and countryside.…

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 6
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: The scenery was lovely with a real sense of remoteness and countryside. Good access to nearby forest and creek. Friendly staff with a greater sense of freedom than ordinary campsites.

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Peaceful spot with great views.

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 6
Accommodation 6
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 6
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Peaceful location, plenty of birdsong, and stunning views to Brentor and Dartmoor.

Disliked: Toilet needs a good clear out and clean out.
Grass is extremely long and needs a pathway cut through it.

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Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 Car parking by pitch/unit 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

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

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Holdstrong Farmhouse

Coryton

Okehampton

Devon

England

EX20 4PQ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.65095°N
-4.1436°W

Nearest transport

Coach
11.4 km Bus Station
13.9 km Thomas Cook
27.1 km Burraton Cross
Rail
13.8 km Okehampton Rail Station
15.9 km Gunnislake Rail Station
17.7 km Calstock Rail Station
Ferry
30.7 km Devonport Ferry Terminal
30.8 km Torpoint Ferry Terminal
31.7 km Plymouth (Barbican) Landing Stage

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

Local attractions and activities include: - Dartmoor National Park: five minutes’ drive - National Trust - Lydford Gorge (walks): five minutes - Granite Way Cycle Track: five minutes - Tamar Valley AONB: 20 minutes - Trethorne Leisure Park: 25 minutes - Golf: 30 minutes - Hidden Valley (adventure park): 30 minutes - Dartmoor Prison Museum: 30 minutes - National Trust - Buckland Abbey: 35 minutes - National Trust - Cotehele: 35 minutes

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Plymouth Hoe West 31.9 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Plymouth Hoe East 31.9 km Estuary N/AGoodExcellentExcellent
Widemouth Sand 33.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Portwrinkle 34.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Sharrow 34.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Castle Drogo 23.9 km

Dartmoor Zoological Park 28.8 km

Buckfast Abbey 31.4 km

National Marine Aquarium 31.6 km

RHS Garden Rosemoor 32.5 km

National Trust

Lydford Gorge 2.6 km

Lawrence House 15.5 km

Finch Foundry 17.6 km

Cotehele 18.4 km

Cotehele Mill 18.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

SYDENHAM HOUSE 5.7 km

HAYNE MANOR 6.5 km

Meldon Reservoir - Brat Tor - Meldon Reservoir 9.7 km

Merrivale - 10 Tors including Staple - Roos - Cox - nr Vixen 12 km

ENDSLEIGH 12.4 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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Holdstrong Farmhouse have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Holdstrong Farmhouse dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Holdstrong Farmhouse? Local attractions and activities include: - Dartmoor National Park: five minutes’ drive - National Trust - Lydford Gorge (walks): five minutes - Granite Way Cycle Track: five minutes - Tamar Valley AONB: … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Holdstrong Farmhouse?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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