Bakesdown Farm Camping
UK England South West England Cornwall Bude
In fact these prized tent spots, mown into the grass and accompanied by a campfire at every pitch, occupy just one of four different meadows hidden around Bakesdown Farm. A second is for ‘exclusive camping’ – a two-acre paddock for groups with its own compost toilet and a shower – while a yurt and a cabin also have patches of their own. It’s these glamping options that perhaps most stand out. They exude the same rustic feel as the rest of the farm – hardwood floors, rugs, and wooden furnishings feel aged but not outdated – and offer the extra comfort of a proper double bed. Both also have their own private kitchen shack with a covered seating area, cooking equipment and a stove.
All of the different meadows around the farm share extra facilities in the main yard itself, a short stroll up the gravelly path. Here there is a proper flushing toilet and electric shower, along with a fridge, freezer and electricity points. The farmyard acts as a sort of gateway into the outside world, reminding you that modern life exists beyond the sanctuary of your private meadow. Beyond the little caravan shop, housing a colouring table at one end and a small farm shop at the other, the road to the outer world awaits. Not that heading down it is a bad thing – surfing, sun lounging and sand castling are all on the other side.
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Facilities
Choose from Simple Camping, Exclusive, Exclusive Too and Great Orchard Cabin. These holiday spaces each have their own field, and every pitch has a campfire pit (logs £3.50 per bucket, kindling £1.50 per basket). There is a shower, toilet, fridge-freezer and charging points on the farmyard, along with the little caravan providing colouring in, games and toys, and ice creams for sale! The Cabin and Exclusive Too each have their own private kitchen hut, compost toilet and gas-heated shower. Water taps, recycling and rubbish in all fields.Suitable For
Galmpers, campers, tents, campervans – yes. Dogs, caravans – no. Groups by arrangement.Nearby
It's under four miles to Widemouth Bay, with access to the coastal path and several companies offering surfboard hire and lessons. Widemouth is also home to the excellent Bay View Inn, the best pub food in the area (see food & drink). Half a mile further, Bude has two more beaches (with more lessons and boards for hire; 07779 117746) and is backed by a wealth of independent shops. For something different, try horse riding with nearby Broomhill Manor Riding Stables(07899 676746).Food & Drink
Bude (15-20 minutes’ drive) has plenty of eating options, including River Life Café & Bistro (01288 355994) and The Bank (excellent tapas; 01288 352070). The Bay View Inn (01288 361273) in Widemouth is a family-friendly bar and restaurant with great views. Closer by, The Bullers Arms (01288 361277) in Marhamchurch is a traditional village pub serving real ales, or Whitstone Stores (01288 341444) for a morning coffee and a few provisions.Opening Times
April–October.Why book with Cool Camping?
- Coronavirus Booking Guarantee
- Best Price Guarantee, with no fees
- Instant booking confirmation
- Trusted for over 10 years
- A chance to win prizes in our regular competitions
The Owner Says
Accommodation
4 Simple camping pitches (6 people per pitch), 1 Exclusive pitch, a Yurt and a Cabin.Great Orchard Cabin
Exclusive Pitch
Exclusive Too
Simple Camping Pitch 1
Location
Contact Bakesdown Farm Camping, Lower Bakesdown Farm, Marhamchurch, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 0HJ
Getting There
Reviews
Add Your ReviewRated ★★★★★ over 16 reviews
A field, a fire and a big blue sky.
A beautiful quiet and private place.
Everything you need
perfect pitches
Relaxed camping at it's finest
Lovely peaceful campsite
Blissful peace & quiet campsite
Beautiful , peaceful, non crowded camp site - Bliss!
Privacy, gas shower hut, child friendly
Lovely, simple and peaceful
Amazing site - quiet, beautiful, serene, bliss!
Peace and quiet
A hidden gem
Perfect
Splendid!
Best ever campsite!
This is a fantastic site that we keep going back to. It really has it all- super, quiet location, clean, well maintained facilities and really spacious pitches (in contrast to all the nearby overcrowded sites). We love how it's different from most sites; you really get to camp, relax and play out in the wilderness, have a proper fire and common sense prevails over petty rules. The novelty of the compost loo always goes down well with the children. The owners are really friendly and helpful too- coming to the rescue when I went into labour a few years back!
Why book with Cool Camping?
- Coronavirus Booking Guarantee
- Best Price Guarantee, with no fees
- Instant booking confirmation
- Trusted for over 10 years
- A chance to win prizes in our regular competitions