Smytham Holiday Park - family-friendly touring caravan and camping park with heated swimming pools, fishing and direct access to the Tarka Trail in North Devon
Smytham Holiday Park offers a peaceful, family-run touring caravan and camping experience in the beautiful North Devon countryside, surrounded by nature within the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This spacious holiday park provides an excellent setting for families, couples and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a relaxing countryside escape with plenty of activities on their doorstep.
With two outdoor heated swimming pools, five ponds, woodland walks, children's play areas and direct access to the famous Tarka Trail, Smytham combines traditional camping with excellent leisure facilities. The park also offers glamping accommodation and holiday lodges, providing additional options for visitors wishing to enjoy a different style of holiday.
Touring caravans, motorhomes and campers can choose from a wide selection of well-maintained pitches, with three main categories available. Standard Pitches measure approximately 10m x 10m and include electric hook-up access, with grass, all-weather and hardstanding surfaces available. Premium Pitches offer a more generous 15m x 12m space, together with electric hook-up, drinking water connection, greywater disposal, television aerial connection and a picnic bench.
For additional privacy and convenience, En-suite Pitches provide the same generous dimensions and premium connections, alongside a private lockable cabin containing a toilet, washbasin and thermostatic shower, plus a covered washing-up area. These en-suite pitches feature an all-weather surface, making them particularly appealing to guests seeking extra comfort during their touring holiday.
The park's excellent leisure facilities provide something for every member of the family. Two heated outdoor swimming pools are open seasonally from May to September, while younger guests can enjoy an outdoor adventure playground with swings and slides, together with an indoor soft play area. A purpose-built games room offers table-top entertainment, and the spacious grounds include areas for football, cricket, badminton and volleyball. Nature lovers can explore the park's woodland and five ponds, including a designated dog-swimming pond and another suitable for fishing.
Smytham is also an excellent destination for cycling enthusiasts, with direct access to the traffic-free Tarka Trail and convenient on-site cycle hire. Its welcoming atmosphere and extensive outdoor spaces make it particularly appealing for dog-friendly holidays and active family breaks.
Smytham Holiday Park provides a wonderful base for discovering the beautiful landscapes, beaches and attractions of North Devon. Visitors can explore the surrounding countryside on foot or by bicycle, enjoy peaceful days beside the fishing pond or venture further afield to discover charming villages, traditional market towns and the spectacular Devon coastline.
The park has received recognition as a finalist and Best for Cycling in the 2026 Practical Caravan and Practical Motorhome Top 100 Sites awards, alongside a 9.5/10 review award from Pitchup. Electric hook-ups operate under a fair usage policy, with daily allowances varying by season and additional charges for excess usage. Combining spacious touring pitches, excellent facilities and a tranquil rural setting, Smytham Holiday Park offers a memorable camping and caravan holiday in North Devon.
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Smytham Holiday Park enjoys a beautiful countryside setting near Great Torrington in North Devon, surrounded by rolling hills, peaceful woodland and picturesque rural landscapes within the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The park benefits from direct access to the famous Tarka Trail, a scenic walking and cycling route following sections of former railway line through some of Devon's most attractive countryside.
Visitors can enjoy leisurely rides, peaceful walks and opportunities to discover local wildlife, with cafes and traditional villages along the route. The nearby historic market town of Great Torrington offers independent shops, caf?s and local attractions, including the beautiful RHS Garden Rosemoor.
North Devon is renowned for its spectacular coastline, beautiful beaches and charming seaside villages, all providing wonderful opportunities for memorable days out. Visitors can explore the sandy beaches of
Westward Ho!, enjoy the picturesque harbour at Appledore or discover the traditional coastal towns of Instow, Bideford and Barnstaple. The region offers excellent opportunities for surfing, swimming, kayaking and coastal walking, while the South West Coast Path provides breathtaking views across dramatic cliffs and sweeping bays. Families can also enjoy a variety of attractions throughout the area, including The BIG Sheep near Bideford and The Milky Way Adventure Park near Clovelly.
Further afield, visitors can discover the spectacular scenery of Exmoor National Park, explore the cobbled streets and historic harbour of Clovelly or enjoy the beautiful beaches and coastal landscapes surrounding Woolacombe and Croyde. The surrounding Devon countryside is ideal for walking, cycling, wildlife watching and exploring traditional villages, while the nearby River Torridge and its wooded valleys provide peaceful settings for outdoor adventures. Historic houses, beautiful gardens, nature reserves and family attractions offer plenty of additional places to visit throughout the year.
With its excellent location near Great Torrington, direct access to the Tarka Trail and convenient connections to the North Devon coast, Smytham Holiday Park provides an ideal base for discovering this beautiful part of southwest England.
Accommodation Amenities
- Bar / Lounge
- Chemical Toilet Disposal Point
- Children Welcome
- Children's Play Area
- Dog Friendly
- Electric Hook-ups
- EV Chargers
- Games Room
- Heated Swimming Pool
- Kitchen Area
- Off Road Parking
- Sun Terrace/Patio/Decking
- Swimming Pool
- Toilet and Shower Block
- Washing Up Facilities
- Water Points
- WiFi
Distances are as the crow flies, and not by road. Distances via roads will be longer.