Mount Folly Farm is a working farm campsite above Bigbury Bay at Bigbury-on-Sea, near Kingsbridge in South Devon. The pitches sit in a scenic field with panoramic views over the bay and the River Avon, and the owners are upfront that facilities are basic: toilets, cold-water washbasins, electric hook-ups at 3 pounds a day and coin-meter hot showers at 1 pound. This is proper farm camping, so it suits tent campers, campervans and tourers who are happy to be largely self-sufficient, and it will disappoint anyone expecting a shop, heated shower block or on-site entertainment. Dogs are welcome and campfires are allowed, which makes it a relaxed choice for a back-to-basics few nights by the coast. Bigbury-on-Sea, its beach and the tidal causeway out to Burgh Island are close by, with Bantham beach and the River Avon nearby for swimming, paddling and coast path walks around the South Hams. Half of the large farmhouse is also let as self-catering accommodation if you fancy four walls. Mount Folly Farm works best for campers who value the location and the sea views over polished amenities near Kingsbridge. Season dates can vary, so check directly with the farm before travelling, and pack coins for the showers and everything else you need for a simple, scenic stay.
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Facilities at Mount Folly Farm are deliberately basic. The owners describe toilets, cold-water washbasins, electric hook-ups at 3 pounds a day and pay-meter hot showers at 1 pound. It is farm camping in a scenic field rather than a resort, so bring coins for the showers and everything else you need to be self-sufficient.
Are dogs allowed at Mount Folly Farm?
Yes, dogs are welcome at Mount Folly Farm. Set on a working farm above Bigbury Bay near Kingsbridge, it is a relaxed spot with plenty of coastal and coast path walking nearby. Keep dogs under control around farm livestock and other campers, and enjoy the beaches at Bigbury-on-Sea and Bantham close by.
Can I have a campfire at Mount Folly Farm?
Yes, campfires are allowed at Mount Folly Farm, which adds to its back-to-basics, get-away-from-it-all feel. As it is a working farm in a scenic clifftop field near Bigbury-on-Sea, follow the owners' guidance on where and how to light fires safely, and take care during dry spells to protect the surrounding countryside.
How close is Mount Folly Farm to the beach?
Mount Folly Farm overlooks Bigbury Bay and the River Avon, with Bigbury-on-Sea beach and the tidal causeway to Burgh Island close by. Bantham, one of South Devon's best surf beaches, is also nearby. The location and sea views are the main draw, so it suits campers who want the coast over on-site facilities.
When is Mount Folly Farm open for camping?
Mount Folly Farm operates as a seasonal farm campsite, though listed dates vary between sources. The operator site does not publish fixed camping dates, so contact the farm directly to confirm when the field is open and to book, particularly if you are planning a stay outside the main summer school holidays.
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