Just a short walk to the beach, Camping at Croyde Bay is set in an ideal location that allows you to make the most of being in stunning Croyde Bay. Pitch up for a relaxed and enjoyable stay on a selection of grass pitches. Just two minutes away you'll find all the amenities of Croyde village and this family friendly site is a huge hit with surfers! Grass and hardstanding pitches are available for tents and tourers, with optional electric hookup.

Overall runner up of Best Coastal Campsite in our 2024 Camping and Glamping Awards

Minutes from Croyde Bay, one of the best surf beaches and walking distance from Putsborough beach

Excellent facilities, including surfboard hire, wetsuit drying area, freezer, WiFi and more!

Tranquil campsite with easy access to the South West Coast Path and Tarka Trail

About Camping @ Croyde Bay

Whether you've come to spend your days by the waves or to top up your tan from your own pitch, the site has you covered. Just 400 metres from the nearest beach and also walking distance from Putsborough beach. Why not come and meet Stu and the team and take in the incredible views of North Devon's rolling hills whilst breathing in the sea air from Croyde's most charming campsite. All pitches vary in size. Suitable for tents, trailer tents and small campervans only, with a limited number of electric hookup. Hardstanding pitches with optional electric are available too, for larger motorhomes. The site is clean and friendly and the staff work incredibly hard to ensure your stay is as unforgettable as it can be. No dogs here, sorry.

Camping @ Croyde Bay is open from 29/03 to 07/09 in 2024 and from 18/04 to 07/09 in 2025.

Best Coastal CampsiteTripadvisor cert. of Excellence

Facilities and amenities

Site facilities include clean toilets, hot indoor showers (male and female), an outdoor shower for wetsuits, Elsan chemical disposal point, charging for phones/tablets and free WiFi access. The men's showers also feature a hair dryer, and the ladies include both hair dryers and straighteners.

Surfboards, bodyboards and wetsuits are available to hire from the site. Croyde includes pubs, shops and more.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets on site

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilet

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal

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WiFi


Map and address

Park address

Camping @ Croyde Bay,

1, Moor Lane, Croyde, Devon, EX33 1NN

Coordinates

51.1326, -4.2260 | SS 44 39

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Camping @ Croyde Bay is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 56 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

10 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Non electric grass pitches varying in size and are suitable for tents, trailer tents and campervans up to 6m only.

43 x Grass Pitches with Optional Electric

Max 6 people

Grass pitches with optional electric to suit tents and small campervans.

Hardstanding motorhome pitches with optional electric

3 x Hardstanding Motorhome Pitches with Optional Electric

Max 6 people

Hardstanding pitches with optional electric. Located close to the water points and suitable for motorhomes.


Camping @ Croyde Bay reviews

4.84 /5

74 reviews

97%

would recommend

Overall
4.84
Location
4.91
Value for money
4.82
Service
4.88
Facilities
4.74
Cleanliness
4.84

"A stunning gem of a place!"

Lisa M - Jun 2024

"A basic site popular with the surfing community due to the proximity of the beach"

Norman L - Aug 2023

"We were very impressed with the cleanliness of the toilets and showers"

Scott S - Aug 2023

"The site had everything we hoped for and the stuff we did not realise we would need!"

Jo M - Aug 2023

"It is a quiet site, so great for families or those who want a more relaxing stay"

Joanne Q - Jul 2023


Superb

Charles F

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2024

A superb little campsite. Great facilities, close to the pubs/ shop in Croyde and only a short walk to the beach. Clean, convenient and friendly.

Great location

Joanna B

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2024

Perfect compromise in terms of being close to the village and walkable to the beach. Very sheltered spot which was fortunate given the strength of the wind.

Amazing campsite

Olivia C

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Large Tent - Grass Pitches with Optional ElectricAug 2024

Ten minute walk to the beach, and so close to the town. Lots of surf-hire shops which was amazing! The facilities were very good and clean, there are only a few toilets and showers however it was never too busy! the campsite is quiet and in a very good location! highly recommend.

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FAQ

Check-in is between 12:30pm - 9pm and you must vacate your camping or touring pitch before 10:30am on day of departure.

It's a short stroll to the nearest beach, just 400m away, and don't miss exploring Croyde Bay's unspoilt sandy stretch. Kick back at this Blue Flag awarded beach before surfing at Downend Point - wetsuits, surfboards and bodyboards are available to hire onsite. Putsborough beach is a 15 minute walk from the site too, and there are plenty of glorious beaches lining the Devon coast nearby, including: *Saunton (2.4 miles) *Woolacombe Beach (4.6 miles) *Rockham Beach (6.3 miles)

Croyde's unspoilt sands are situated just 400m from the campsite, or take in the breathtaking scenery on a route along the South West Coast Path. Baggy Point (National Trust) is well worth the trek to see stunning views over Croyde - a 45 minute stroll away with great access to South West Coast Path too. Other attractions nearby include: *The Ilfracombe Aquarium (9.7 miles) - admire the aquatic life at this award-winning attraction, with feeding demonstrations and cafe. *Watermouth Castle (12 miles) - family friendly with a dungeon maze, water show, climbing frames for the kids and more. *Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park (15 miles) - treat the kids to a ride on the Dino Express, and meet a variety of animals including lions!

Sorry, no dogs are allowed.

Yes, all free of charge!


To help you see the majesty of Croyde Bay the local area offers surfing, rock-climbing, walking, cycling, coasteering and swimming. The friendly staff onsite can offer personal recommendations to ensure you get the most from your stay. As avid outdoor enthusiasts, the staff have made the most of the local area and are ecstatic to help you do the same.

For those wanting the easier side of life, the beach offers idyllic sunbathing followed by good food and drink at one of the village's brilliant pubs, bars and restaurant.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park
  • Watermouth Castle
  • The Ilfracombe Aquarium
  • Bull Point Lighthouse
The listing for Camping @ Croyde Bay was last updated on December 22nd, 2024 at 9:32 AM

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