Campsite · Yelland · Devon

Tarka Trail Camping

Family-run summer campsite at Yelland on the Taw estuary with a private gate onto the Tarka Trail, a new heated washblock, 18 hook-ups and dogs welcome.

Dogs welcome

Tarka Trail Camping is a large, level grass field on a farm at Yelland, on the Taw estuary between Barnstaple and Bideford. A private gate at the edge of the site opens straight onto the traffic-free Tarka Trail, so walkers and cyclists can leave the car and head to Instow, Fremington Quay or Bideford. Tents, trailer tents, campervans, motorhomes and caravans are all taken, with 18 electric hook-up pitches and a separate sheltered area for people arriving on foot or by bike.

The amenity block is newly built, with underfloor heating, hot showers, a family bathroom, a wet room for disabled guests and baby changing, and there is a covered dishwashing room, a motorhome waste point, free wifi and a device charging station. Reception sells ice cream and a few basics in the afternoons. Dogs are welcome on a lead, though not in the washblock. Open fires and disposable barbecues are banned, and a microbrewery with pizza is next door. The site is open from late March to late September.

Prices are charged per person rather than per pitch, with a cheaper rate for people without a car.

Private gate onto the Tarka Trail
New heated shower and toilet block
Separate sheltered area for walkers and cyclists
18 electric hook-up pitches and motorhome waste point
Microbrewery with pizza next door

Open28 March to 28 September

Arrive / leaveFrom 14:00 / by 11:00

DogsYes

CampfiresNo

PoolNone

ElectricYes

Prices

Charged per person per night: 18 per adult with a car, 14 per walker or hiker without a car, 7 per child aged 5-11, free under 5. Electric hook-up is 7 per night on top. A second car can be added when booking but its charge is not published. The 2026 season ended on 28 September and 2027 prices have not been announced, so these are the 2026 rates. Booking form is on the home page.

When is it cheapest?

One night for two adults in the tent pitch (non-electric), every night of the next year. Tap a day to price it.

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October 2026

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November 2026

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December 2026

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January 2027

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February 2027

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March 2027 from £36

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April 2027 from £36

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May 2027 from £36

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June 2027 from £36

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July 2027 from £36

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August 2027 from £36

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September 2027 from £36

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Rates

For	Season	Nights	Price
tent-pitch, tourer-pitch, ehu-pitch	Any	Any	£18 person_night
walker-cyclist	Any	Any	£14 person_night

People

Child 5–11: £7 night
Infant–4: £0 night

Extras

Electric: £7 night (Per hook-up, per night)

Source: tarkatrailcamping.co.uk, checked 2026-10-20. Always confirm the price when you book.

Places to stay

Tent pitch (non-electric)

Pitch · sleeps 6

Grass
No electric
For tent, trailer-tent

One pitch holds up to 6 people; a party of up to 12 can book two pitches. Allocated on arrival.

Campervan, motorhome or caravan pitch (non-electric)

Pitch · sleeps 6

Mixed
No electric
For caravan, motorhome, campervan

Grass and hardstanding pitches. Allocated on arrival.

Electric hook-up pitch

Pitch · 18 of them · sleeps 6

Mixed
Electric
For tent, trailer-tent, caravan, motorhome, campervan

Room for car, caravan, campervan or motorhome and an awning. Choose the hook-up when booking so you are given the right pitch.

Walker and cyclist area (no car)

Pitch

Grass
No electric
For tent

Sheltered pitches with a covered seating shelter, bike racks and a device charging station, for people arriving without a car.

Rules

Dogs: Yes · on leads
Banned breeds under the Dangerous Dogs Act (including XL Bully) not accepted; no dogs in the shower block, toilets or dishwashing room
On a lead at all times because of livestock; tether to your pitch when not inside your tent or van, using the dog clips outside the washblock. Any dog charge is not stated.
Fires: No
BBQs: Raised off the ground only
Open fires and disposable barbecues are prohibited. Free-standing barbecues must be raised off the ground and attended; ask permission and guidance first.
Pool: None
Arrival: From 14:00 until 18:00
Phone 07944 247417 as soon as possible; a booking is held for 24 hours
Vehicles: Car by your pitch · 1 per pitch
Music: No loud music
Cancellation: No refunds for weather, late arrival or early departure; bookings cannot be amended within 5 days of arrival
Also: No kites, drones or overhead activities because of power lines
Also: A motorbike can be brought in place of the car
Also: Reception open 2-6pm

Facilities

Washing and toilets

Toilets
Hot water
Accessible toilet
Accessible shower
Family bathroom
Baby changing
Washing-up area

Pitches and power

Electric hook-up
Hardstanding pitches
Drinking water
Chemical toilet disposal
Grey waste
Motorhome service point
Phone charging
WiFi (Free)

Food and drink

Shop

Things to do

Bike storage

Around the site

Cycle route access
Recycling

Only facilities we've confirmed are shown. Crossed out means confirmed not available.

Location

Lower Yelland Farm, Yelland, Barnstaple, Yelland, EX31 3EN

Nearest beachInstow Beach1.5 miles
Nearest pubThe New Inn35 min walk
Nearest ferryInstow2 miles
Nearest stationBarnstaple4 miles

Directions in Google Maps

Questions people ask

Are dogs allowed at Tarka Trail Camping?

Yes, dogs are welcome. Banned breeds under the Dangerous Dogs Act (including XL Bully) not accepted; no dogs in the shower block, toilets or dishwashing room.

Can you have a campfire at Tarka Trail Camping?

No, campfires aren't allowed. BBQs: raised off the ground only.

When is Tarka Trail Camping open?

28 March to 28 September.

How much does it cost to stay at Tarka Trail Camping?

From £36 a night for two adults, the lowest price we can find over the next year. Charged per person per night: 18 per adult with a car, 14 per walker or hiker without a car, 7 per child aged 5-11, free under 5. Electric hook-up is 7 per night on top. A second car can be added when booking but its charge is not published. The 2026 season ended on 28 September and 2027 prices have not been announced, so these are the 2026 rates. Booking form is on the home page.

Does Tarka Trail Camping have a swimming pool?

No.

Does Tarka Trail Camping have electric hook-ups?

Yes.

Is there WiFi at Tarka Trail Camping?

Free.

How far is Tarka Trail Camping from the beach?

Instow Beach is 1.5 miles away (as the crow flies).

Which ferry is closest to Tarka Trail Camping?

Instow, 2 miles away.