Burrowhayes Farm Caravan & Camping Site
Minehead, Somerset
Open from
15th March to 31st October
Contact
- Phone
Telephone 01643 862463
| Telephone | 01643 862463 |
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| Telephone | 01643 862463 |
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| Motorhome pitches | £20.00-£23.00 | |
| Touring pitches | 54 | £20.00-£23.00 |
| Tent pitches | 66 | £10.00-£22.50 |
| Serviced pitches | £22.50-£25.50 | |
| Seasonal pitches |
| Holiday homes | 20 | £250.00-£530.00 |
Payphone booth
Baby changing facilities
Top 10 Things to Do Near Burrowhayes Farm Caravan & Camping Site
Staying at Burrowhayes Farm means you’re right in the middle of Exmoor National Park, with coast, countryside and characterful villages all within easy reach. Here are ten of the best things to do within around 30 minutes of the park.
1. Explore Porlock Village
Just a short walk or drive away, Porlock is packed with traditional pubs, independent shops, tea rooms and local galleries. It’s a lovely spot for a relaxed wander and an easy lunch stop.
2. Visit Porlock Weir
A peaceful harbour with big coastal views, Porlock Weir is perfect for a waterside stroll or a drink overlooking the sea.
3. Discover Dunster and Dunster Castle
The medieval village of Dunster, with its cobbled streets and yarn market, is one of Somerset’s prettiest spots. Dunster Castle (National Trust) overlooks the village and offers gardens, woodland walks and sweeping views.
4. Spend a Day in Minehead
Only around five miles away, Minehead offers a sandy beach, shops, cafés and the start of the South West Coast Path. It’s great for families and traditional seaside days out.
5. Walk the South West Coast Path
From Minehead, you can join the famous South West Coast Path and follow dramatic cliff-top routes with unforgettable sea views.
6. Explore Exmoor National Park
From wooded valleys to open moorland, Exmoor offers endless walking routes directly from the campsite. Keep an eye out for red deer and Exmoor ponies.
7. Visit Exmoor Zoo
A popular family attraction, Exmoor Zoo is home to a wide range of animals and makes an easy day out from the park.
8. Horse Riding from Burrowhayes Farm
One of the park’s unique highlights, guests can enjoy horse riding directly from the farm, exploring the surrounding Exmoor countryside on horseback.
9. Discover Watersmeet and the River Exe
Follow the East Lyn River through ancient woodland at Watersmeet, one of Exmoor’s most scenic walking areas.
10. Drive the Exmoor Coastal Road
The coast road between Porlock, Lynmouth and Lynton is one of the most scenic drives in the South West, with dramatic cliffs and sea views throughout.
Local Shops, Pubs, Cafés and Essentials
Porlock village, just moments from Burrowhayes Farm, has everything you need for a relaxed stay. You’ll find welcoming traditional pubs serving local ales and home-cooked food, independent cafés perfect for cream teas, and small shops for groceries and essentials. Minehead, a short coastal drive away, offers larger supermarkets, high street shops, restaurants and family-friendly attractions. For many guests though, the well-stocked on-site shop at Burrowhayes, combined with the peaceful setting beside Horner Water, means you can settle in and only head out when you feel like exploring.
Overall rating
Based on 4 review(s)
31 May 2017
Excellent site everyone very friendly and accommodating. The facilities very good would recommend this site and can't wait to go back. The horses and pony rides brilliant they are adorable and well looked after.
Somerset 30 Dec 2013
what a superb site!
Beautiful surroundings, down a lane and next to a stream ideal for paddling and dam building.
Excellent clean facilities - powerful showers, plenty of loo's, indoor pot wash, laundry, shop and riding stables.
The friendliest and most helpful owners I've ever come across.
The site has statics, tents and tourers. Ehu and fully serviced pitches are available, The site is part sloping, but no-one seemed to worry.
Close to Porlock, Porlock Weir, Dunster, Minehead and direct access on to Exmoor.
Wonderful!
Nottingham 14 Jul 2013
I have been going to Burrowhayes Farm for 21 years (since birth).
The site is set in West Luccombe, a small but beautiful parish roughly 15 minutes walk from Porlock and 10 minutes drive from Minehead.
The campsite itself is situated alongside Horner Water - a tranquil stream that adds to the beauty of the campsite.
The facilities have improved markedly since I can remember. Initially the site featured a very basic toilet and shower area but now has a recently developed, large wooden block comprising showers and toilets, laundry room and pot wash facilities. The aforementioned facilities are consistently well kept.
I have stayed in both the camping and static caravan areas of the site and both come completely recommended.
Firstly camping - A number of tent pictching areas have recently been levelled to allow for greater comfort. There are three large areas available for camping - the first of which is reserved static caravans - all of the pitches are furnished with gravel parking areas and electricity plugs.
The second (and larger) area is reserved predominantly for tent camping. The camping field lies adjacent to the field housing the horses and ponies of which are for hire everyday (other than Saturday's).
The third area is for caravans only and is a completely level grassy area - always trimmed to a good length.
The fourth area is strictly static caravans only which number between 1 and 19 (the caravans have several different berths).
On site there is a shop that can cater for almost every campers need from camping equipment to frozen meals and snacks. The staff are always remarkably friendly (especially Mary who lives locally in Allerford).
The proprietors, Julian and Marion Dascombe live in a farmhouse on site and are always available should an issue arise.
Horses and ponies are for hire for reasonable rates although weight restrictions do apply with consideration to the health of the animals.
The site is situated in beautiful surroundings inside the Horner Valley. Five minutes walk up the road and you will find Horner Corner which comprises a couple of cottages offering light lunches and tea/coffee. Porlock is around 15 minutes walk (over a hill) away from the site and offers all of the things you might need - camping shops, pubs with good food and real ales (I particularly recommend The Top Ship, restaurants, a visitor centre and local convenience stores. (The nearest major supermarkets are in Minehead - they are Tesco and Morrissons).
There are a number of walks that can be done from the site itself such as Dunkery Beacon, Bossington Hill and Selworthy Beacon amongst many others.
You may think my review is biased due to the fact I have visited the same site for 21 years however you must consider that there must be a number of reasons that I continue to visit the place.
If you have any other questions about the surrounding area or the site itself please do not hesitate to ask.
kent 24 Mar 2007
Incredibly clean site with enormous facilities, riding stables, shop (well stocked), visiting morris dancers!!!
Nice site with static caravans (around 15) and 130 touring pitches. However, most on a slope. Lovely area and suprisingly nice weather as well!!!
Very cosy campsite, facilities are spotlessly clean, staff are friendly.
- 04 Sep 2024
