Cockingford Farm Campsite spreads across three riverside fields on a small Dartmoor farm at Widecombe in the Moor, in south Devon. The East Webburn river runs along the bottom of the site, and the same family has farmed here for more than a century. There is room for tents, caravans, motorhomes and campervans, plus a glamping pod known as the Valley View Pod, with electric hookups available. Fire bowls can be hired and firewood bought on site, dogs are welcome on leads, and a small self service farm shop sells eggs, milk, clotted cream and other local produce. Toilets and showers are provided. Walk to the top of the third field for views across the Widecombe valley to the open moor, good for sunsets and stargazing. Widecombe village, with its two pubs and cafe, is about a half hour walk away, and Ashburton, Bovey Tracey and Trago Mills are a short drive. Cockingford Farm Campsite opens from mid March to mid November and suits campers who want Dartmoor on the doorstep.
Can you have a campfire at Cockingford Farm Campsite?
Yes, Cockingford Farm offers fire bowls to hire and sells bags of firewood, so you can enjoy a fire during your stay. You can add these to your booking in advance or arrange them while on site, which suits campers who love an evening around the flames on Dartmoor.
Does Cockingford Farm have glamping?
Yes, alongside pitches for tents, caravans, motorhomes and campervans, Cockingford Farm has a glamping pod called the Valley View Pod. It is a good option if you want a stay on the Dartmoor farm without bringing your own tent or van, and it is bookable through the site.
How far is Widecombe village from the campsite?
Widecombe in the Moor village is roughly a half hour walk from Cockingford Farm, using a footpath that cuts the corner of the hill down to the main road. The village has two pubs, a cafe, gift shops and a green, and hosts a regular market well worth a visit.
Are dogs allowed at Cockingford Farm Campsite?
Yes, dogs are very welcome at Cockingford Farm but must be kept on leads. The owners ask that you do not take dogs over to the farmhouse itself, as there are resident farm dogs and cats, so the arrangement keeps all the animals happy during your stay on Dartmoor.
When is Cockingford Farm Campsite open?
Cockingford Farm Campsite is open from 15th March to 15th November, weather permitting. As a family run site on a working Dartmoor farm, opening can depend on ground conditions, so it is sensible to check dates and book through the campsite before you travel to Widecombe in the Moor.
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