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Camping in East Devon

24th January 2019

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If you’ve looked at our series of blogs about camping in the different areas of Devon and haven’t yet found anything that takes your fancy, why not look to the east?

East Devon is a great place for a family holiday, there are miles of stunning sandy beaches and fascinating coastlines that join up to the Jurassic Coast.

If the beach isn’t your thing, don’t worry, you’ll also find a number of countryside settings and you’ll see that the majority of the region is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for a reason!

Image by South West Camper Hire

If you don’t know whether you want to settle for coast or country, you might want to consider hiring a campervan or motorhome and enjoying the best of both! South West Camper Hire, which are based in Exeter allow you to really discover your adventurous side by pairing you with a campervan to explore Devon! The vans come with everything you might need, making it ideal for first timers and there are even dog friendly campervans for hire, if you wanted to bring your furry friends along too. The beauty of these kinds of holidays is the fact that you aren’t confined to one space, you can take in as much, or as little as you like!

Image by Charmouth Camping and Caravanning Club

If you’re camping with kids, you’ll know that being close to the Jurassic Coast is always a good shout. You’ll have opportunities to examine rock pools and find fossils, as well as needing lots of space for running about. If this is the case, book a pitch with the Charmouth Camping and Caravanning Club. The site is perfectly located for fossil hunting and exploring the best bits of the historic coastline. There is even a children’s play area to keep the little ones entertained. Not content with being right on the coast, the Charmouth Camping and Carvanning Club site is perfectly located for anyone who wants to explore the most popular attractions in the east of Devon, like Seaton Tramway and Wildwood Escot, so whether they are into historical transport or befriending animals, there is something for everyone!

Image by Oakdown Touring and Holiday Park

We all know that camping holidays are a way to create some wonderful memories and there is a certain charm in camping holidays, but they’re not for everyone. For those of you who don’t quite like the idea of sleeping out under the stars or driving your own camper van around the area, then you’ll want to check out Oakdown Touring and Holiday Park. Based in nearby Sidmouth, Oakdown offers both caravan and glamping holidays, perfect for those of you who want to camp, but want all your home comforts at the same time.

This family friendly, award-winning holiday park is within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is only a stone’s throw from the Jurassic Coast. The site has its own shop which provides all the essentials, plus you’re close to the famous River Cottage giving you chance to experience some amazing local produce! You could even use the site as your base and then view the whole AONB by booking a ride with Aerosaurus Balloons!

If you’re planning a camping holiday in Devon, we hope you’ve got a much better idea of all the sites and regions that are on offer for you in this beautiful county! Make sure to take a look at our other Camping in Devon posts so you can choose the area that best suits you!