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Burrowhayes Farm Caravan And Camping Site
West Luccombe
Porlock
Minehead
Somerset (Browse area)
TA24 8HT
Tel: 01643 862463
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Pitches: 120
Open: 01/03/2024 to 31/10/2024
01/03/2025 to 31/10/2025
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 No Rallies |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 No Baby Changing |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 Gas Exchange |
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 No Kitchen Facilities |
 No Freezer / Fridge |
 No Motorhome Point |
 Wifi Access |
 Shop On Site |
 Bar <5 miles |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <5 miles |
| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing <5 miles |
 Wild Swimming <5 miles |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding On Site |
 Cycle Hire <10 miles |
 No Golf |
 Tennis <5 miles |
 Beach <5 miles |
 No Watersports |
 Boat Launch / Mooring <10 miles |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
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 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport <5 miles |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: March 2009 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Weavers78 |
26 reviews from this member |
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 Just enjoyed a peaceful and relaxing week at this wonderful site
Julian was most attentive in helping us choose a pitch when we arrived.
The site is sited beside a lovely river (ideal for the kids to play in during the warmer weather) and there are plenty of hook ups available, some of the pitches near to the statics also have tv points.
What about the facilities, well have never seen such a large block (new in 2004)and kept spotlessly clean.
More than adequate amounts of toilets and showers, a couple of large enclosed sink units just right for either washing clothes or bathing the baby!
A large internal pot wash as well as a washing room with the biggest tumble driers you are likely to need.
The shop was just in the process of being stocked for the season but appears to going to have plenty of lines and they also carry a good selection of camping bits and pieces as well as a selection of walking books.
There are plenty of good wealks in the area, some starting from the site. The walk into Porlock is only 20 minutes or so but is uphill on the return. Porlock has a good selection of pubs and eateries (the Ship Inn has loads of character, exccellent real ales and a good menu as well) but if you want a 'special' meal you won't beat Reeves in Dunster.
All in all couldn't fault it. 
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| Date of Visit: July 2008 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Johnneyw |
12 reviews from this member |
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This campsite has a beautiful location on the northeast side of the National Park, at the foot of the moorland hills with surrounding scenery that makes you stand and look.
The staff were friendly and very helpful (even to the point of helping out setting up the tent in windy conditions) and will show you to a choice of pitches depending on whether you prefer shade, full sun, wind shelter or whatever else.
The campsite also runs pony trekking tours catering for various levels of experience which seem quite popular. Although we didn't opt for that ourselves.
It's a sloping site, which affords superb views but there's plenty of level / near level pitches.
The facilities are very adequate for the size of the site and where kept clean and tidy.
Nearby you have the moorland to explore, the NT village of Selworthy as well as Porlock and Porlock Weir, Dunster and Minehead with the steam railway and more.
One tip though, the horses in an adjacent field can attract midges on that far edge of the campsite but aren't a problem if you just pitch a few metres from the fence.
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| Date of Visit: September 2008 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Spannerrr |
2 reviews from this member |
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I absolutely love this site, I have stayed at some very good sites the last few years but I would say this is my favourite due to it being fantastic all round.
We didn't book but were fully accommodated for with a hook up pitch, and were allowed to choose our own pitch and put the tent up before paying which I thought was excellent.
The facilities aren't as good as some of the others I've seen but do the job and were always very clean and the showers are heat adjustable so can be as hot as you wish.
The site itself is beautiful, and the stables and farmhouse give it a lot of character and at night when the horses go in to the field it is lovely and comforting to hear them galloping around and making noises. Being September time when kids are back in school it was also very peaceful and it was lovely to sit outside with a warm drink as the sun was setting watching all the birds.
We couldn't resist having a horse riding lesson and thoroughly enjoyed it so booked a second the day after. We were taken on a different route each day which allowed us to see the Exmoor countryside around the campsite and lovely views. The girl who took the lessons, Zara was very nice and knew her stuff. I rode Wendy one day then Millie the next, both lovely and well behaved if not a little slow. My partner rode strapping Ronan the baby at only 6 but brilliant.
The shop was excellent and I thought very cheap, with things like butter being cheaper than at the local tesco in Minehead. It is also a good location for exploring Exmoor and is very close to the famous villages of Bossington and Selworthy full of quaint thatched roof cottages and lovely tea rooms in which we had a number of cream teas with clotted cream!
Finally Julian and the rest of the staff were all very nice and welcoming and I have already decided I will be revisiting Burrowhayes again next year.
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| Date of Visit: August 2008 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Weekendgypsy67 |
3 reviews from this member |
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If you love horses, wonderful countryside, a great local pub and tearoom, spotless facilities and brilliant hosts look no further than Burrowhayes.
This was our second visit - our third is already booked for October!and once again we were not disappointed. The stream running alongside is a great plus with children, my son and dog spent many happy times paddling in and out of it - even in the rain! I agree that Dick is the main man! BUT if you want a fun ride Archie is the guy! For food The Ship is good but also try the Royal Oak - very friendly staff and well behaved dogs are allowed and if their lucky get fed doggie chews - well ours did anyway, both are just a mile walk away in Porlock. In my opinion this site cannot be faulted! And I look forward to many more holidays there.
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| Date of Visit: July 2008 |
Unit: Static |
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| Reviewer: Nosbiglam |
1 review from this member |
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Not sure I want to tell too many people about this little gem.
The location is breathtaking and the stone bridge on the way in really sets the scene. It is so nice to find somewhere that children can play without the usual computer generated toys of the world we live in. My two kids 7 and 12 played frisbee, ball etc on the green in front of the static caravans of only 20. Our caravan was spotless and I am very fussy.
Julian seemed to be well known by all the regulars and was extremely welcoming. The shop on site sold all the usual essentials and even sold cakes from the local tea room in Horner - a nice touch - keep it local etc.
Although we had wonderful facilities in our van, just checked out the shower and toilet block and was amazed at how clean it was. There were a few in the static vans that used to walk over with towels just to use them. Can't say better than that can you?
At the back of camping field there is a gate with a great walk through the woods and down a very steep, but great fun, hill to the village of Porlock. Did it every night with kids, dog and torches to the Ship Inn. Great food, small play area and good ale.
Kids were amazed at the 'bat watch' we did on the way home through the woods. Watching my kids faces as they played in the stream will stay with me forever.
Horses are great and we rode most days. Dick seems quite famous, but can fully recommend Archie and Indie for a great ride. My 12 year old wanted to take her trusty steed Millie home.
The camping field overlooks the grazing horses and at times I felt quite envious of the tent inhabitants around their little lights! We have re-booked next year. For great walks, getting to know your kids again, smelling the fresh air all around and riding 10/10.
Please Note: Bright Lights, Arcades, Bingo, Childrens Organiser not here. Thank Goodness!
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| Date of Visit: June 2005 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Sapper696 |
10 reviews from this member |
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We spent 1 night at this site, great shop and at the time brand new toilet / shower block.
Found the site noisy, but once children went to bed, peace and quite.
Close to Exmoor, Porlock and Minehead. Some pitches on a slope which could be a problem for some.
I have no problem recommending this site. Final note owners / staff friendly and helpful.
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| Date of Visit: October 2007 |
Unit: Trailer Tent |
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| Reviewer: Steve6163 |
6 reviews from this member |
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I chose to visit this campsite on the strength of the reviews that have been left on this website. Well all I can say is that myself and the family were not dissapointed.
On entering the site I encountered julian the owner who was wandering around the reception building. After a short conversation he asked us to follow him as he had a choice of pitches for us to see. Once we chose the one we wanted, he ensured that we were left happy. He even told us to leave booking in until we had got ourselves sorted. I have never encountered such a helpful site owner in all the years I have stayed at campsites.
As for facillities well what can I say? 10/10 all round. (especially shower & toilet block)
Great site for walkers, with or without dogs.
The countryside is breathtaking and the local people so friendly and helpful.
If you want a quiet, well maintained site with great walks and beautiful countryside,a place to relax and unwind then I would thoroughly recomend this campsite. Nearly forgot to mention the stables which are very popular and my 12 year old daughter enjoyed 2 pre-booked rides, which made the holiday for her.
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| Date of Visit: September 2007 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: Bigyun |
1 review from this member |
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This was our first outing as campers, so we packed my escort with the tent and all the gear (think I will need a bigger car soon), and set off for Burrowhayse. We knew that it was off the main road and thought may have problems finding it. But the directions given were good and it was well sign posted.
We got there and went to the reception expecting to have to do paper work and pay the remaining fees. The lady behind the counter said no, we can do that later when we are ready and all set up. It was such a relaxed approach that we started relaxing straight away. She then showed us to our pitch, and to our amazement she walked out side, turned right and pointed to the tent field and said we could pitch anywhere we liked. We were expecting to be ushered to a pre chosen pitch and that we would have no say in the matter. As has already been stated the tent field is on a slope and in places steepish but as they let us pitch anywhere we could pick the flattest spot. We did not need electric hook up but noticed that had we wanted it then we would of been put behind the shop though more level no there were views.
We had practised putting up the tent before we went so we had half an idea what we were doing. The stony ground did take its revenge on quite a few of our tent pegs, as new comers we didn’t have that many spares. Lesson learnt though more pegs and stronger.
The new shower block was fantastic with free showers, washing up and all spotlessly clean the site was very peaceful and quiet. All you hear at night is rustling of leaves and the stream making its way past the caravan pitches on the lower level.
Although we didn't go riding, there were those who did and they said they enjoyed it and is an excellent way to see the local countryside, which is breathtaking. Porlock is about a mile away and Minehead is five miles. The camp shop had the basics and not to badly priced but as the 'big shops' were near by it was no hardship to get shopping.
If this is typical of camp sights then we made the correct chose in going camping for our holidays. In a nutshell, Burrowhayes is peaceful, clean, well managed and set in an idyllic location. We will be returning soon.
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| Date of Visit: August 2007 |
Unit: Tent |
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| Reviewer: GGoshorn |
9 reviews from this member |
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The impression we got from actually staying on this site was not at all the same as that given by the reviews here. Even on the weekend after the bank holiday it was crowded and noisy with no sense of privacy; heaving with children, especially little ones, although there was no play area or facilities for them; likewise lots of dogs, with no apparent exercise area for them either. The sloping tent field made cooking and sleeping a bit awkward; caravans both touring and static were on the flat. New toilet block with ample showers and laundry facilities is very nice. But we would not go back here with other sites in the area to choose from.
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| Date of Visit: August 2007 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Grant.lyon |
15 reviews from this member |
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We went here for the Bank Holiday weekend and we were delighted by what we found.
Julian the owner showed us to our pitch and was very friendly.
The pitches are of a good size with plenty of room for the caravan, awning, windbreak and car.
Some of the pitches are rather sloping though.
The valley in which the site is set is a real gem of a location and there is a small river running beside the site which is smashing for a quick paddle.
The Ablutions are first class and kept immaculately clean, in fact I think they are the best we have seen.
The site has an adjoining stables although we did not use it the horses looked well cared for and people seemed to be enjoying the rides.
The Porlock area is a real step back in time and is quite exquisite although a bit on the quiet side.
To sum up the site is great, the area beautiful and the prices reasonable. WE WILL BE BACK.
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