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Cloud Farm Camping, Oare, Lynton, Devon, UK, EX35 6NU

Cloud Farm Campsite

Cloud Farm Campsite and the surrounding area, Devon
Cloud Farm Campsite and the surrounding area, Devon | © National Trust / Paul Harris
Camping at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
The night sky from a pod at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon

Cloud Farm Campsite

A laid-back, riverside campsite on Exmoor, surrounded by walks in the Lorna Doone Valley.

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Camping at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
The night sky from a pod at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
Cloud Farm Campsite and the surrounding area, Devon
Cloud Farm Campsite, reception, shop and neighbouring cottages, Cloud Farmhouse and Carver Cottage, Devon
A view of Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
Carver Cottage, Cloud Farmhouse and the picnic area at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
A tent and campervan at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
Campervans, motorhomes and tents at Cloud Farm Campsite in the evening, Devon
Refilling a water bottle at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
A place to park bikes at Cloud Farm Campsite. Devon
The row of pods at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
The row of pods in their elevated position at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
Pods at night at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
A plus pod at Eskdale Campsite, Cumbria
The interior of a Plus Pod at Great Langdale Campsite, Cumbria
The view from the row of pods at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
The row of pods at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
Paths leading from Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
Camping by the river at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
The river at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
The reception, shop and picnic area at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon
Walking from Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon

© National Trust / Paul Harris

A laid-back, riverside campsite on Exmoor, surrounded by walks in the Lorna Doone Valley.

At a glance

Type of accommodation
Tents, Campervans, Motorhomes, Pods
Number of places / pitches
58
Seasons
22 Mar 2024 - 2 Nov 2024
3 Apr 2025 - 1 Nov 2025
Minimum stay
1 night
Dogs welcome per pitch
2

About Cloud Farm Campsite

Cloud Farm Campsite is on the banks of Badgworthy Water, a gently flowing river on the border of Devon and Somerset in Exmoor's Lorna Doone Valley. There are walks of every kind here, from an easy stroll to Oare Church to a long hike to Dunkery Beacon for views across the Bristol Channel. Trails lead along the river to nearby pools and then on to the coast, or head off into heather-covered valleys, moorland and ancient woodland. The site is well placed for the Colerdige Way, and you can join the South West Coast Path from the moor.

It's a peaceful place to spend a nature-filled holiday, splashing in the water, exploring the valley to spot wildlife, and relaxing by a campfire on your camping pitch. The hamlet of Malmsmead is less than a mile’s walk away, where you’ll find the Buttery Tea-room which is open into the evening. 

Check-in is from 1.30pm, with departures by 11am. For group bookings, directions, late arrivals, facility information, electric vehicle charging, local area guides and more, please check the Cloud Farm Campsite Guide.

Features and facilities

  • Showers, available
  • Toilets, available
  • BBQs allowed, available
  • Electric hook-up, available
  • Washing-up area, available
  • Shop, available
  • Chemical disposal, available
  • Hardstanding, available
  • Campfires allowed, available
  • EV charging (shared use), available

Location

Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon

Campervans and motorhomes

Campervans and motorhomes (under 6m long) can choose from hardstanding pitches with electric hook-up or a riverside, grass pitch without electricity. Sorry but the site isn't suitable for caravans due to access restrictions.

Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon

Pitching a tent

Choose your pitch type and size in the booking system, and we'll help you find the best available spot when you arrive. You'll be able to choose from available pitches near the water or at the foot of the valley sides.

The pods at Cloud Farm Campsite, Devon

Plus Pods

The row of pods at Cloud Farm are in an elevated position looking across the campsite to catch the last of the evening sun. Think of a pod as a replacement for your tent... A pod offers a few simple comforts - like heat, light and sleeping platforms. You'll need to bring all your other camping gear, like sleeping bags, a sleeping mat if you'd like to place it on top of the mattresses provided, pots and pans, a stove and camping chairs. The pods at Cloud Farm are Plus Pods, so they're a bit larger than regular pods and have some extra comforts.

The interior of a Plus Pod, including bench seating, at Great Langdale Campsite, Cumbria

What do Plus Pods include?

The front section has two benches with mattresses, which can be used as seating in the day and single beds at night. There is storage space under the benches and hooks to hang equipment. The back section also has floor mattresses, which can be folded up for extra seating.

The interior of a Plus Pod at Great Langdale Campsite, Cumbria

How many people can stay in a Plus Pod?

The pods at Cloud Farm can sleep two adults and two children, or three adults. Two are dog friendly.

Cloud Farm Campsite in the evening, Devon
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Cloud Farm Campsite Guide 

Find all you need to know about a holiday at Cloud Farm Campsite, including directions, how to check in, types of pitches, pods, dogs, campfires and more...

Exmoor ponies roaming on the moorland of Holnicote Estate, Somerset in summer with green fields and a blue sky behind them

Nature and history surrounds Cloud Farm

While you’re off discovering the area, you might spot buzzards, red deer or the semi-wild Exmoor ponies who roam freely, maintaining the landscape by eating gorse and paving out walkways through the bracken. By the water, see if you can see an otter, or the blue flash of a kingfisher. There's a patchwork of history and archeology, with prehistoric standing stones along the river, an abandoned medieval village nearby and the 17th-century packhorse bridge over the river at Malmsmead village.

A red stone castle on a high, wooded hill

Things to see and do while you stay

With both Devon and Somerset on the doorstep and the coast within reach, there's a lot to see and do. You have free entry at National Trust places during your stay, including the ancient Dunster Castle and its subtropical gardens. Explore Watersmeet with its National Trust tea-garden, walk the 10-mile trail to the cliffs of Foreland Point, or head to the coast at Lynton or Lynmouth to hop on the funicular Cliff Railway. The family-friendly beaches of Croyde, Woolacombe and Saunton Sands are about an hour away.

The outdoor seating area at Cloud Farmhouse, Devon

Holiday cottages by Cloud Farm Campsite 

For friends and family who would like to join your holiday without camping, there are two National Trust cottages at Cloud Farm Campsite - Carver Cottage (sleeps six) and Cloud Farmhouse (sleeps six). Heron View (sleeps four), Kingfisher View (sleeps six) and Riverside Cottage (sleeps six) are in Malmsmead, a short walk away.

Exploring the area...

View over Malmsmead bridge to Lorna Doone Valley
Place
Place

Lorna Doone Valley 

Mystical valley and peaceful walks in countryside made famous by RD Blackmore

Lynton, Devon

Fully open today
A view of the house at Watersmeet and surrounding gardens with river visible
Place
Place

Watersmeet 

Dramatic river gorge and ancient woodland in stunning surroundings

Lynmouth, Devon

Fully open today
A stone bridge and ford surrounded by grassy hills and trees at Malsmead in the Lorna Doone Valley, Devon
Trail
Trail

Lorna Doone Valley short river walk 

Devon

A tranquil stroll along Badgworthy Water through the picturesque Lorna Doone Valley to the memorial to the author of Lorna Doone R.D.Blackmore.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 2 (km: 3.2)