Reforge Retreat

9.8 23 reviews

Bell tent hidden among the trees (added by manager 06 Jun 2022)

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20-acre Devon farm half a mile from a village with good food pub
10 miles from the Dartmoor National Park and the coast
Picnic areas, and medieval clubhouse and courtyard

Do you feel like nature is lacking in your life? Rebuild that relationship with a stay at Reforge Retreat, on a 20-acre farm less than 15 minutes’ drive from Beaworthy in Devon, where you can pitch up among meadows, woods and lakes. Reforge Retreat is a top spot for exploration of Devon: bring your bike and head out on the Ruby Way cycle path that passes near the site, or join up with the Tarka Trail which stretches from Meeth to Braunton. You can hike or take to horseback in Dartmoor National Park, 25 minutes away, and there are also plenty of quiet lanes and bridleways nearby where you can walk or bike in peace. Relax back on site in the clubhouse or medieval courtyard, tucking into some snacks in one of the picnic areas, or hanging out by the firepits and gazing at the stars. If your stomach starts complaining, you won’t have to travel far: barbecues are available for hire on site, so you can look after yourself, or if you’re feeling a little lazier – and who could blame you when you’re on your hols – there’s a pub in the village of Black Torrington, a 15-minute walk away, where you can grab some grub and knock back a few local ales and ciders.

Site type

Open all year

Languages spoken

English

Spanish

Features

No 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

Disabled facilities

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

Tents for hire

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Forest

Lake and/or mountain

Luxury

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Horse riding nearby

Restaurant nearby

Location

Reforge Retreat

Upcott

Black Torrington

Beaworthy

Devon

England

EX21 5QH

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.81959°N
-4.17615°W

Nearest transport

Coach

9.4 mi Thomas Cook

13.8 mi Bideford Quay

Rail

9.9 mi Okehampton Rail Station

10.5 mi Sampford Courtenay Rail Station

13.7 mi Portsmouth Arms Rail Station

Ferry

13.8 mi Bideford Ferry Landing

16 mi Instow Ferry Landing

16.2 mi Appledore Ferry Landing

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

There are plenty of castles and stately piles nearby to make you feel like a Devon (or Cornish) landowner of the past: Lawrence House, Okehampton Castle, Castle Drogo, Cotehele and Buckland Abbey are all within an hour’s drive of Reforge Retreat. More of a horticulturist than a historian? The gardens, orchards, arboreta and borders of RHS Garden Rosemoor are 25 minutes from the site… Garden trips don’t have to be stuffy grownup affairs either – the kids may not be drawn in by border gardens and arboreta, but poking around the Gnome Reserve and Wildflower Garden should keep them entertained. Anglers will have plenty to keep them occupied close at hand too. Cast a line at the Legge Farm Coarse Fishery, less than 10 minutes from the site, or head to Tamar Lakes, 25 minutes away, for something to cook up on the barbecue later on. If you’re in search of something less sedate, be prepared to get active with a trip to Bude, half an hour from Reforge, where you can go surfing, coasteering or paddleboarding, or simply take a stroll on the beach. At Tamar Lakes, try your hand at sailing and windsurfing. Keep your adrenaline pumping in the Battlefield arena or on the rollercoaster at The Big Sheep theme park, then slow it down with safari rides or lakeside train rides without leaving the park.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Westward Ho!	15.7 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Summerleaze	16.4 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Good	Good
Crooklets	16.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Good	Good
Northcott Mouth	16.7 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	N/A
Widemouth Sand	16.8 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 8.7 mi

Castle Drogo 18.1 mi

Tintagel Castle 27.6 mi

Buckfast Abbey 28.6 mi

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 29 mi

National Trust

Finch Foundry 12.5 mi

Lydford Gorge 12.6 mi

Lawrence House 15 mi

Castle Drogo 18.1 mi

Cotehele Mill 22.6 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

GREAT TORRINGTON CEMETERY 9.3 mi

SIMMONS PARK 9.7 mi

Meldon Reservoir - Brat Tor - Meldon Reservoir 9.8 mi

HAYNE MANOR 11.5 mi

WOOD HOUSE 12.8 mi

Local events

GoldCoast Oceanfest (Friday 21 June 2024 – Friday 21 June 2024)
Croyde, Devon 21.9 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.

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Great views, wonderful showers, perfect location.…

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Kevin W. Sept 2023

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked: Great views, wonderful showers, perfect location.

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Little haven away from the hustle and bustle

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sharon g. Sept 2023

Orchard bell tent

Liked: A little haven in the middle of nowhere, but not too far from Bude and Cornwall. Owners were super friendly and accommodating. We loved the quirky bar and outdoor seating area, with all the twinkly lights. We stayed in a furnished bell tent and it was perfect and the surroundings just gorgeous. It came with a fire-pit and so we bought a big basket of logs and kindling from the site and had a fire-pit both nights we stayed. There are shared facilities for campers to use - microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge etc which meant we didn’t have to pack all of our camping stuff. In the tent was a cool box and plastic plates, bowls, knives and forks which was a lovely touch. We’re definitely planning to return next year, as we loved it so much

Disliked: Nothing we disliked, loved it all

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This place was beyond amazing 😍

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Anonymous Aug 2023

Exclusive Shady Woodland non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Everything was wonderful!

Disliked: Nothing to dislike.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite, great stuff. I'd recommend this place and will definitely be…

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Anonymous Aug 2023

Exclusive Shady Woodland non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Great campsite, great stuff. I'd recommend this place and will definitely be back.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful setting, friendly and relaxed site

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Hayley M. Aug 2023

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked: Beautiful setting, relaxed feel.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely campsite, friendly owners, the grounds are stunning, we will…

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Anonymous Jul 2023

Non-electric grass campervan pitch

Liked: Lovely campsite, friendly owners, the grounds are stunning, we will be returning

Recommend to friends Visit again

Best campsite ever

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Adam T. Jul 2023

Meadow non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Honestly I think this is hands down the best campsite we have ever stayed at. From the staff to the owner, the grounds and the atmosphere were awesome. We loved the quirky little pub and the communal cooking/games area. I would highly recommend this site for any group or occasion. Thank you faith and team for an amazing weekend.

Disliked: Coming home 😭😭😭😭

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Great place for all.

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Kasia F. Jun 2023

Meadow non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Great camp site with lots of space for everyone and beautiful nature around. Clean facilities with extras like hammock we could used or games room. There was plenty things to explore in the aeria. We loved quorki pub.

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Lovely peaceful setting. Perfect for getting away from it all but close…

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Linda O. May 2023

Lakeside bell tent

Liked: Lovely peaceful setting. Perfect for getting away from it all but close enough to a couple towns incase you need anything. Great for exploring woodland and plenty of space to kick a ball about

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Orchard tent was a great size and in a nice enclosed area…

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Anonymous Aug 2022

Orchard bell tent

Liked: Orchard tent was a great size and in a nice enclosed area with no other tents visible Fun having a campfire to sit around Marsha was really helpful and communication was really good as we were given instructions and a map via text before arrival Toilet/shower facilities good Overall great given the price :)

Disliked: We thought there would be a few more cooking facilities available with the orchard tent itself based upon description when booking. Marsha kindly found us a second pan but there was only a single small saucepan and gas stove originally. Facilities in the campers kitchen are however pretty good with toaster/microwave and we made do just fine. but is a minor comment that you would need to bring your own pans etc. for cooking at the orchard tent (which is of course expected at a campsite but because of the description when booking we didn't bring much with us for this purpose).

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Does Reforge Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Reforge Retreat dog friendly? No View all features
What attractions are near Reforge Retreat? There are plenty of castles and stately piles nearby to make you feel like a Devon (or Cornish) landowner of the past: Lawrence House, Okehampton Castle, Castle Drogo, Cotehele and Buckland Abbey … Read more