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Bay View Meadows

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Sunset on the site (added by manager 19 Jul 2023)

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Sunsets over the site (added by manager 19 jul 2021)

Views from the site (added by manager 19 jul 2021)

The site's two kunekune pigs rosie and lilly (added by manager 19 jul 2021)

No-frills wild camping on a Devon smallholding a mile from the sea
Walking distance from two beaches and the South West Coast Path
Eco-friendly composting loos with a view; estuary walk close by

Bay View Meadow has no frills, just reels of wildlife and peace. At this site, you’ll be planting down in a wild meadow, part of a smallholding, that's 40 minutes’ walk from two beaches and within walking distance of the river Avon for water-filled scenery. You’ll be sharing your new abode with butterflies, abundant birdlife (including birds of prey overhead) and the occasional honey bee (who live in the hives far away from the pitches). Other welcome visitors include the stars at night (there are rather clear nights with the Milky Way sometimes visible), sublime sunsets and small bats that skim the hedgerows at dusk. In terms of facilities, you’ll have use of an eco-friendly composting toilet, made mostly from recycled materials and off-cuts. On a raised position, it really is a loo with a view – completely waterless too and friendly to the environment, as it turns waste into usable compost that the site will use to fertilise the flower beds and trees. The site also has access to drinking water and to a cold water washing-up point. On your way in, you may want to say hello to the site’s Kunekune pigs or to the assortment of chickens. However, you may also be in a rush to get to the beach too, as Challaborugh Bay beach is rather splendid, accessible by a narrow, sometimes busy road (driving is advised or there is a walking route through Bigbury that has minimal contact with roads), or Bigbury beach, accessible by a public footpath (some sections of the route are along the road).

Site type

Please note

This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
No hen/stag 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.
Protective masks must be worn at all times in common areas.
Minimum spacing of 5 metres between pitches.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

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Non-electric grass tent pitch

6 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: unlimited

6 people maximum

Multiple Tent allowed per pitch

Pitch size

unlimited

Ground type

Grass

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.
Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.
Car 1 included, 3 max.
Dog(s) allowed 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Extras

Additional dog (1 max)

£5 (£5) per stay
Extra car (2 max)

£5 (£5) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

No availability on our site

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Beautiful views and nice facilities on a cosy homestead style farm. Would…

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Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
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Daniel C. Jul 2023

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Beautiful views and nice facilities on a cosy homestead style farm. Would definitely camp here again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

I stayed here with my young 5 year old grandaughter as an…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Susan M. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: I stayed here with my young 5 year old grandaughter as an adventure for 2 nights in a small tent. It was perfect for her to be able to run around and play. Great view of the sea , Toilet great. and cant forget to mention the piggies that loved a scratch.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful place to stay

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Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
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Cleanliness	10
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Anonymous Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Nice view, compost loo was very clean, running water. Very much enjoyed our stay, and will definitely be returning. Just what is needed, when you’re needing a break from everyday life.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very quiet. Nice view. No shower so OK for a short stay.

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Value for money	6
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Child friendliness	6
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Deb B. Aug 2022

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Very quiet

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Pop-up campsite

Dogs 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

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

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

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

Pop-up campsite

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Golf nearby

Surf school nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

Bay View Meadows

Cott Lane

Bigbury

Devon

England

TQ7 4AP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.2957°N
-3.87355°W

Nearest transport

Coach

6.7 mi Town Hall

6.7 mi BP Garage

11.5 mi Plymouth Road Superstore

Rail

6.9 mi Ivybridge Rail Station

12.7 mi Totnes Rail Station

13.2 mi Plymouth Rail Station

Ferry

1 mi Cockleridge Ham Ferry Landing

1.2 mi Bantham Ferry Landing

4.5 mi Kingsbridge 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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Golf course: five minutes’ walk - Bigbury beach (boat trips to Burgh Island from this town): five minutes’ drive - Challaborugh Bay Beach: five minutes - South West Coast Path (walks between the beaches): five minutes - Avon estuary (nine-mile circular footpath with a short ferry ride and a very small section on the roadside through the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty): five minutes - Ayrmer Cove (remote National Trust beach with a car park): 10 minutes - Bantham beach: 20 minutes - Overbeck's (National Trust site and once the home of inventor Otto Overbeck): half an hour - Woodlands Family Theme Park: half an hour - Dartmoor National Park: half an hour.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Bantham	1.2 mi	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Good	Good
Challaborough	1.2 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Bigbury-On-Sea North	1.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Bigbury-On-Sea South	1.4 mi	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Good	Good
Thurlestone North	2.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Good	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Dartmoor Zoological Park 9.5 mi

National Marine Aquarium 12.4 mi

Buckfast Abbey 14.3 mi

Paignton Zoo Environmental Park 15.7 mi

Living Coasts 19.1 mi

National Trust

Overbeck's 6.4 mi

Wembury 9.3 mi

Salcombe: Thurlestone to Torcross 10.9 mi

Saltram 10.9 mi

Greenway 14 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Ringmore Round 1 mi

Ringmore - Kingston - Erme Estuary - Ayrmer Cove 1 mi

Erme Estuary 3.7 mi

Erme Ingot 3.8 mi

FLETE 4 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Please pick any available pitch on arrival.
The site will send you further check-in information 7 day(s) before your arrival.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 2 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

General

Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Protective masks must be worn at all times in common areas.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10:30 p.m. and 8 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Pitches

Minimum spacing of 5 metres between pitches.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Open fires are prohibited.

Vehicles

Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
No vehicle movement between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m..
Only one car is to be parked by the pitch. Extra vehicles must be parked in the designated area.

Visitors

Visitors are not permitted on site.

Payment terms

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Does Bay View Meadows have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Bay View Meadows dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Bay View Meadows? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Golf course: five minutes’ walk - Bigbury beach (boat trips to Burgh Island from this town): five minutes’ drive - Challaborugh Bay Beach: five minutes - … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Bay View Meadows?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 1 p.m.

Read more