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Dartmoor Devon B&B's, Hotels, Self-catering, Camping & Youth Hostels and Camping Barns Child friendly camping and hostels. Ideal family accommodation in Devon
It's best to check before you book, that the campsite you want really does like taking children. The best campsites for kids are those that have plenty of large open spaces for children to have fun. One of the campsites listed on my website will not entertain a child of any age at all, not even a babe in arms, because they specifically want to appeal to older clients who like to read the paper and doze off in the afternoon, but families who like making friends on holiday and prefer to be able to stay on the campsite all day should first check out the websites thoroughly to see exactly what facilities are on offer. These photos above are ones I took at the River Dart Country Park this year. It is absolutely
This is a quiet little site and is ideal for outdoor families. It has electic hook ups, toilets and showers. It's a good base for seeing the area. It's a toss up in distance as to which is the closest, the swimming pool at Okehampton or the one at Tavistock. Cheston Caravan & Camping Campsite, Buckfastleigh, TQ10 9HF Telephone: 01364 72586, Email, Grid Ref SX 685 585. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map    
Paradise for hyperactive kids of all ages. Campers who stay on the caravan park have free access to the adventure park which is bursting with Commando Assault course (for big and little children!),Pirate Ship , Toddlers beach , Toddlers Playground (Lilliput), Spiders web, Wooden play fort ,Cows Udders, Snake Slides, Zip wires and Jungle Fun. Plenty of supervised play plus canoeing and Water Zorbs. Go for it !! Not that they welcome noisy teenagers. As their website quotes "If you are looking for late nights and wild parties, we would politely suggest you find an alternative venue!" The River Dart Country Park Campsite, Ashburton, TQ13 7NP Telephone: 01364 652511, Email, Grid Ref SX 732 703. Ideal Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome.
    
I visited Sparrowhawk Backpackers on the 7th of July last year to meet Alison for the first time, and really liked what I saw. Backpackers is a well organised hostel in barn and flowery enclosed courtyard at the rear of her house which takes groups, families and singles. With dormitory accommodation plus a double/family bedroom. Bedding is provided. Solar heated showers, bike storage, and bbq all in. Do read my review - the orange button to see lots of large photos and the write up. Sparrowhawk Backpackers Hostel, Moretonhampstead, TQ13 8LN Telephone: 01647 440318, Email, Grid Ref SX 753 863. Children Welcome, No Dogs.
Overnight adults £ 16.00 Children £8.00 per night in the dorm and £36 for two adults in the family room in the house.     
Friendly staff with a nice dining area. Very clean and well organised. 102 Beds plus Family Rooms. Open all year, reception is manned from 8am to 10am and from 5pm to 10pm. The hostel closes for the night at 11pm. Ideal budget accommodation for large groups and great for all active kids.Click here to see some of the activities. Okehampton YHA Hostel, Okehampton, EX20 1EW Telephone: 01837 53916, Email, Grid Ref SX 592 944. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, No Dogs.
Adult: £13.95, Under 18: £ 10.00   
Children are welcome at Betty Cottles, where there is a climbing frame play area and a pets corner. The campsite is next to the Betty Cottle Inn, so evening meals are not a problem. Betty Cottles Inn Campsite, Okehampton, EX20 4LR Telephone: 01837 55339, Email, Grid Ref SX 564 934. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map Beer and Folk Festival 22nd and 23rd April 2011.  
Camp at Harford Bridge Holiday park and make free use of a hard tennis court, children's enclosed play area, table tennis and games' room (no slot machines), a quiet room with television and comprehensive library, a large recreation green for leisure facilities (in the interest of health and safety, football and hard ball games are prohibited throughout the whole park), a plentiful supply of picnic tables and 2 permanent barbecue facilities. Oh and all hot water and showers are free! Not to mention the fact that this site is on the banks of the river and they encourage ducks and wildlife. Harford Bridge Holiday Park Campsite, Peter Tavy, PL19 9LS Telephone: 01822 810349, Email, Grid Ref SX 503 767. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map 
What a great experience for children. Off on an adventure in a campervan. Who knows where you will be staying tomorrow? Could be the seaside could be the Moor. Just switch on the engine and floow the map. O Connor Campers Campsite, Okehampton, EX20 1SP Telephone: 01837 659599, Email. Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map 10% off for returning customers. Just book any van for any period taken before 13th July 2012 to qualify. And I am sure that they will haggle over out of season bookings right now!! Jill   
There is a new childrens wooden play trail in place at Barley Meadow touring site.. Also a games room with pool table and bar football. You can buy kindling for the fire pits if you fancy a barbecue. This is a very good site if you are on route near to the A30, but you will like it so much that you will probably want to stay longer and explore Dartmoor. You can buy ice creams here too. I say Hooray to that dont you ? Barley Meadow Campsite, Drewsteignton, EX6 6NR Telephone: 01647 281629, Email, Grid Ref SX 742 923. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map     
I am listing this very basic bunkhouse on my child friendly page because if you are thinking about bringing a large party of youngsters down to camp, this hostel a Youth hostel Association barn can house up to 12 people for just £86 per night. With extra space for tents in the campsite behind the Fox and Hounds pub. The bunkhouse itself has NO KITCHEN OR CATERING FACILITIES. The pub serves food all day, so breakfasts can be organised on a wet morning should you need to lift any damp spirits. But hey ! the sun will be shining won't it? Fox and Hounds Camping Barn Hostel, Lydford, EX20 4HF Telephone: 01629 592700, Email, Grid Ref SX 511 852. Children Welcome, No Dogs. See on map £8 per bunk per night. £16 for bunk and breakfast, add £3 for linen.   
Yes children are welcome. Its a quiet, pretty site rather than one for active youngsters though. With an emphasis on flower beds and well maintained lawns. Dartmoor Caravan Park Campsite, Yelverton, PL20 7PG Telephone: 01822 854509, Email, Grid Ref SX 498 675. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome.
 
The best attraction for children at Springfield is the heated open air swimming pool. There is also a terraced area and a games room including snooker and table tennis. There is a child's play area with a climbing frame. Should the weather be poor, this site is not too far from Exeter along the A30. Springfield Holiday Park Campsite, Drewsteignton, EX6 6EW Telephone: 01647 24242, Grid Ref SX 788 936. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map  
This is a great outdoor camping site run on a working farm. They ask that children be accompanied at all times. Runnage Farm Campsite, Postbridge, PL20 6TN Telephone: 01822 880222, Email, Grid Ref SX 668 791. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map    
I loved the small playpark for children at Langstone. Good sturdy toys to play on. There is a bar with woodburner stove and games room in the evening for families to relax in. its a family camp with no loud music. Langstone Manor Campsite, Tavistock, PL19 9JZ Telephone: 01822 613371 , Email, Grid Ref SX 523 734. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map      
An activity hostel with loads to do for children, ranging from abseiling & climbing to canoeing & local kayaking. Can house up to 56 people overnight. Common room, tv lounge and garden on offer. Parking and bike hire. You can camp here too. Drying facilities, and self catering kitchen on offer along with BBQ stuff. And the good news is that wheelchair facilities are here too. Bracken Tor YHA Hostel, Okehampton, EX20 1QW Telephone: 01837 53916, Email, Grid Ref SX 583 933. Ideal Extra Care, Children Welcome, No Dogs. See on map Adult: £15.95, Under 18:£11.95  
Beds and Family Rooms available here at Bracken Tor and the whole of Dartmoor sitting on the doorstep. An older property of the YHA but with modern facilities. Bellever YHA Hostel, Postbridge, PL20 6TU Telephone: 01822 880302, Email, Grid Ref SX 654 773. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, No Dogs. See on map Adult: £14.00, Under 18: £10.00.   
The owners of Lemonford say that it is a "Small family park with a big friendly atmosphere. An activity frame and swings are provided. They also point out that there is no clubhouse, which I know will be good news for some. Laundry facilities and a small shop on site. Lemonford Caravan Park Campsite, Ashburton, TQ12 6JR Telephone: 01626 821242, Email, Grid Ref SX 793 725. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map    
A low key campsite for families and those not seeking the more organised sites. Play area for toddlers. Picnic table, large sloping field with a view of the Moors. Very close to the A38 (come off at the Trago turn, then drive through small village of Liverton, back over the dual carriage way, then soon on your left) Small toilet block. No slot machines - yippee!The pub has food on offer. To read my food review with lots of photos click the orange button on the next line. Welcome Stranger Campsite, Ashburton, TQ12 6JA Telephone: 01626 821224, Email. Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome.
  
Families are welcome at this bunkhouse high on Dartmoor, and with lots going on in the way of walking, climbing, cycling etc, the new owners Abbi and Dave are keen to welcome new guests. Should you have a special birthday to celebrate, I feel sure that they could organise a great surprise party in no time. Fox Tor Bunkhouse Hostel, Princetown, PL20 6QS Telephone: 01822 890238, Email, Grid Ref SX592 736. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome.
  
Children are welcome at Woodovis. There is an indoor pool to enjoy and a good play area surrounded by bark chippings. with clibing frame, play house and a now defunt tractor. "Hey Dad it's for children !" the pool has one of those water walking see through balls to provide extra fun. On one night of the wek, everyone is invited to join in on an archery night ! There is a coin operated laundry should you need to wash childrens clothes. Woodovis Campsite, Tavistock, PL19 8NY Telephone: 01822 832968, Email, Grid Ref 201 431 745. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome.
"Dear Jill, we visited Woodovis in Oct '08 and it is a truly wonderful place. 10/10 for facilities and friendly staff. Best site ever." Diane Shean, Truro. 
You might like to know that tv reception is not good here on the campsite, but there are lots of things to keep the kids on the go all day. Trampolines and an outdoor play area, a childrens play room live entertainment during the Summer and face painting now and again. With a bar and restaurant, farm walks and tractor rides. There is a shop on site too. Parkers Family Holiday Park Campsite, Ashburton, TQ13 7LJ Telephone: 01364 654004, Email, Grid Ref SX 777 712. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map    
Perfect for family camping under cover! New on Dartmoor these shepherd's huts built at the farm are ideal for basic camping treats. Well insulated with lambswool straight off the farm, they come equipped with a fixed double bed, linen, utensils, crockery, a gas hob, hanging space, a sink with cold water, folding table and cool box. No extra charge for children. Small price to bring your dog £3 per night. An adjacent block for toilet, washing machine and use of the fridge. You can also hire bell tents so might be an idea for Mum and Dad to have the hut and the children right next door in the tent. Boys would love that. Michelcombe Farm Campsite, Ilsington, TQ13 7SP Telephone: 07562 050424, Email. Ideal Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. Just £60 per night for 5 nights or more and £70 per night for fewer nights.   
This is a certified location nothing more, so bring the kids if you don't want all the trimmings. Its quiet and children can experience a real night sky. Knole Farm Campsite, Okehampton, EX20 4HA Telephone: 01837 861241, Email. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map  
If you have a child with a bike to ride, this campsite is smack bang next to the Granite way Cycle track. Nice and even with no hills to bother with as it was once the railway track. BBQ area on site. Bundu Camping & Caravan Campsite, Okehampton, EX20 4HT Telephone: 01837 861611, Email, Grid Ref SX 546 915. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map   
Bus and train less than a mile and a half away, and OPEN ALL YEAR. Dormitory accommodation with bunkbeds plus kitchen and showers. Camping on the farm. And this is a farm where you are allowed to make a small campfire and enjoy a BBQ. Great ! Harford Farm Campsite Campsite, Ivybridge, PL21 0JG Telephone: 01752 691883, Email, Grid Ref SX 641 584. Ideal Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map Prices for 2011 are £17p.p.p.n. in the BUNKHOUSE and £7.50p.p.p.n. FOR CAMPERS. Discount for groups + out of season stays.  
This is a Caravan Club site and although they do take children, it's more of a tidy well kept site for careful campers. Lydford Caravan and Camping Park Campsite, Lydford, EX20 4BE Telephone: 01822 820497, Email, Grid Ref SX 511 852. Some Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome.
 
Bus and train less than a mile and a half away, and OPEN ALL YEAR. Dormitory accommodation with bunkbeds plus kitchen and showers. Camping on the farm. And this is a farm where you are allowed to make a small campfire and enjoy a BBQ. Great ! Harford Bunkhouse Hostel, Ivybridge, PL21 0JG Telephone: 01752 691883, Email, Grid Ref SX 641 584. Ideal Extra Care, Children Welcome, Dogs Welcome. See on map Prices for 2011 are £17p.p.p.n. in the bunkhouse and £7.50p.p.p.n. for campers. Discount for groups + out of season stays.
and net in one of rock pools on one of Devon's many beaches which are all within less than an hour's drive from Dartmoor. Logs in the forest, sit on the front and it becomes a bus to ride. Search in the nooks and crannies to find all manner of bugs to watch. Take the kids up onto the Moor as evening falls to a high place, maybe with a flask of hot soup and let them watch how beautiful it all gets as the sun goes down. I'm not going to tell you about not staring into the sun and watch out for boggy places and all the other gibberish that this Nanny state insists on.
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